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A terrific example of the value of client feedback—Part 2

Conferences that Work

In Part 1 of this post , I offered gratitude for client feedback and gave an excellent example from Rachel LaForgia , the Senior Program Director of The Peace and Security Funders Group (PSFG). In this continuation post, I’ll share what I learned from Rachel’s feedback. I get client feedback! Right after PSFG’s second peer conference in May 2024, I was delighted to receive detailed feedback from Rachel (in red ), which I shared in full in Part 1.

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Maritz Acquires Convention Data Services from Freeman — Maritz CEO Discusses First Acquisition in 12 Years

EventMB

Skift Take: Former rivals, Maritz and Convention Data Services, have joined forces. Maritz has acquired the company from Freeman.

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The Power of the Perfect Conference Closing

PCMA Convene

Julia Gräßer guides Convening EMEA 2023 participants in a meditation during the events’ closing session in Copenhagen, Denmark. Read about the thoughts behind the unusual close in “ Beginning and Ending an Event With Authenticity.” Dominic Thurbon, a Sydney, Australia–based entrepreneur who has created behavioral change programs for some of the most successful companies in the world, is also a speaker who thinks a lot about how behavioral science principles are — and aren’t — applied at co

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Evolution Dome chosen for the Royal International Air Tattoo (RIAT) 2024

Event Industry News

Inflatable event structure specialist Evolution Dome has announced it has been chosen by The Royal Air Force Charitable Trust (RAFCT) to provide its temporary structures to the 2024 edition of the Royal International Air Tattoo (RIAT) at RAF Fairford, Gloucestershire, on 19 – 21 July 2024.

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Elevate Your Event Experience to the Next Level

In order to create a successful event, you must: Optimize Event Website and Registration Process Utilize Social Media Platforms Effectively Implement Targeted Email Campaigns Harness the Power of Video Content Benefit from a Mobile App Download now and learn how to simplify this process with Eventpedia.

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UKEVENTS welcomes Sir Keir Starmer as Prime Minister of the UK and defines areas of policy collaboration

Prestige Events Magazine

UKEVENTS, the umbrella organisation for the UK events industry, extends its congratulations to Sir Keir Starmer on his appointment as the new Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. UKEVENTS is eager to collaborate with Prime Minister Starmer and his team, including Lisa Nandy, the new Secretary of State for Culture, to drive forward key initiatives that will strengthen the UK events industry and its contributions to the nation’s economy and cultural heritage.

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Environmental recognition days: impactful or irrelevant?

Prestige Events Magazine

By Elliot Durrant, Sustainability Consultant, The Bulb Environmental recognition days and awareness months, such as Plastic Free July, Earth Day and World Environment Day, are designed to raise awareness of environmental issues and promote sustainable practices, but do they truly help to achieve global net-zero goals and foster long-term environmental stewardship?

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Superhero Suppliers 2024

Event Industry News

Introducing Superhero Suppliers, the latest feature on Event Industry News that shines a spotlight on the unsung heroes of the event industry. In this feature, we delve into the world of event suppliers who excel at stepping in and saving the day when last-minute needs arise.

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Central Hall Westminster marks 25 years of successful event delivery

Prestige Events Magazine

Central Hall Westminster has kicked off celebrations for its 25 th anniversary in style with a spectacular showcase event. New and existing clients as well as leading industry professionals helped celebrate the landmark year at the event on 4 July by indulging in delicious food prepared by Green & Fortune and listening to a spine-tingling live performance by Get Gospel.

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Central Hall Westminster marks 25 years of successful event delivery

Event Industry News

Central Hall Westminster has kicked off celebrations for its 25th anniversary in style with a spectacular showcase event. New and existing clients as well as leading industry professionals helped celebrate the landmark year at the event on 4 July by indulging in delicious food prepared by Green & Fortune and listening to a spine-tingling live performance by Get Gospel.

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Unlock the Secrets of Event Marketing Masters

The greats learn from the greats. Set yourself and your team up for success with tried and tested strategies and insights from event marketing geniuses at Vanta, Partnership Leaders, Quantum Metric, Rocketlane, and Explori.

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BMA House introduces “History of BMA House Tour” to elevate event engagement

Prestige Events Magazine

In an innovative move to enhance event experiences, BMA House has unveiled the “History of BMA House Tour.” This new offering enriches evening gatherings by engaging attendees with a fascinating exploration of the venue’s historical significance. The integration of a historical tour, delivered by the BMA Archive team, into events – particularly evening receptions and dinners – can benefit organisers through higher attendee engagement, enriched learning opportunities

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Pixl Evolution announces new Central London Office in Kings Cross

Event Industry News

Pixl Evolution, a leading provider of cutting-edge AV and event technology solutions and part of the Entertainment Technology Partners (ETP) family, is thrilled to announce the opening of its new central London office in the heart of Kings Cross.

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Christmas on the Cutty Sark

Prestige Events Magazine

This Christmas, why not step aboard the historic tea clipper, Cutty Sark, and immerse yourself in a festive celebration like no other. Picture the scene: the crips winter air, the iconic 19th-century ship gleaming under the festive lights, with panoramic views of the River Thames and the sparkling Canary Wharf skyline. As you and your guests embark on this unique experience, you will be welcomed into an atmosphere infused in history and holiday cheer.

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Freshers Week is Changing: Learn How to Navigate Changing Student Preferences

Skiddle

Freshers Week is changing. As the generations change, so are attitudes. We’re seeing less of the heavy drinking and partying culture seen by students of yesteryear. Now, you might be wondering: what does this mean for me? I’ve been promoting Freshers events for years. Will this damage my income? Well, we’re here to show you have to navigate this change in culture.

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How to Get Speakers, Exhibitors, and Attendees to Promote Your Event With Video

In this best practices guide, you’ll learn how to tap into the cost-efficiencies of advocacy and word-of-mouth marketing with video. Examples include speakers providing a preview of their upcoming sessions, exhibitors creating “please stop by” invitations and attendees creating “looking forward to seeing you” introduction videos. Learn about best practices and programs created by leading companies and associations including ASIS, AUVSI, SuperZoo, National Restaurant Association, World of Concret

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Destination Emirates Old Trafford’s Zoe Arnold Wins Rising Star Award

Prestige Events Magazine

Destination Emirates Old Trafford has announced that Zoe Arnold, Business Development Manager, has been honoured with the Rising Star award from the WLA (Women Leaders Association), a leadership development consultancy that focuses on female leaders. Zoe joined Emirates Old Trafford in 2018, bringing her passion and expertise to the iconic stadium, the home of Lancashire Cricket.

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ExhibitDay Launches Tools for Exhibitors to Track Event Objectives and Measure Return on Objective

Exhibitor Magazine

BETHESDA, MD - ExhibitDay.com, an award-winning trade show planning and event project management platform, is thrilled to announce the release of its.

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TRO to fuel automotive fandom at Goodwood Festival of Speed 2024 

Prestige Events Magazine

Live events and experiential experts TRO will be working with clients including BMW, MINI and Genesis to create a series of participatory brand experiences at the celebrated automotive event: Goodwood Festival of Speed. Taking place at Goodwood Estate, West Sussex, from 11-14 July, Goodwood Festival of Speed (GFOS) is the largest celebration of motorsport and car culture, bringing together hundreds of thousands of motorsport enthusiasts every year.

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Integrated Systems Europe Announces New Innovation Park for ISE 2025

Exhibitor Magazine

BARCELONA - Integrated Systems Europe (ISE), the world's premier pro AV and systems integration show, has announced a brand-new Innovation Park for.

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B2B Events in 2023 - What You Need to Know

Get ahead of the curve and stay informed with Zuddl's industry report on the future of B2B events in 2023. Stay up-to-date on the latest trends and insights from leading experts in the field. Make informed decisions and stay ahead of the competition.

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Hosting a Memorable Event at the University of Maine

Unique Venues

The University of Maine is a picturesque campus located in Orono, Maine. Its home to a diverse student population and numerous beautiful event spaces. Hosting an event at the University of Maine is an excellent idea for event planners who want to take advantage of a beautiful venue while providing a comfortable environment for their guests. Whether you are planning a wedding, a business conference, a continuing ed event, or a charity event – the University of Maine has all the amenities yo

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Tech Tools to Transform Your Design Process

Special Events

Tech tools that can improve your event designs

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GruvCard Introduces Interactive Trade Show Booth Sign System

Exhibitor Magazine

GruvCard, LLC today announced the launch of their new interactive counter signs for trade shows.

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Sustainable event ideas in Lucerne

The MICE

Nowhere else in Switzerland can you find the unique combination of city, lake, and mountains in such close proximity as in Lucerne. Just under an hour by train from Zurich, Lucerne offers a quintessential Swiss experience, complete with top-notch infrastructure for business events. I recently visited Lucerne to attend the ‘Go Sustainable’ study trip, organised by the Lucerne Convention Bureau in collaboration with the Zurich Convention Bureau.

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Download Now: 2022 Virtual + Hybrid Event Platform RFP Template - Enterprise Edition

Download 200+ new RFP questions for hybrid and virtual event technology success. After 10,000 downloads, the SpotMe Virtual + Hybrid Event Platform RFP Template is the ultimate procurement tool for event technology. This template is ideal for companies looking for a vendor to fulfill their specific virtual + hybrid event platform needs and requirements!

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Starting in the Events Industry? Our Event Planners Share their Top 6 Pieces of Advice

Meeting Tomorrow

Our team has seen it all. Through their careers, they’ve planned thousands of successful events, and have weathered recessions, pandemics, industry shifts and much more. Whether you’ve been in the industry 10 days or 10 months, here’s what three of our event pros of 10+ years wish they would have known starting out. Joey Rodriguez Joey is a seasoned event planning pro, now in her 21st year in the industry.