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Legislative Action Day Converges Industry Leaders on Capitol Hill

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Skift Take: The U.S. business events industry employs 2.6 million Americans and drives $399 billion in direct spending annually. This was the message that was brought to Capitol Hill on ECA Legislative Action Day.

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Smart Moves in Hawaii, New Orleans and More

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Gary Spencer and Erika Kauffman Gary Spencer (left) and Erika Kauffman (right), Highgate Real estate and hospitality management company Highgate expands its Hawaii leadership team with two new appointments. Spencer is appointed as senior vice president of sales & marketing, luxury, lifestyle & Hawaii. He brings over 30 years of experience in sales, marketing and hospitality to his new role, in which he will oversee an integrated sales, marketing and communications strategy for Highgate’s

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Mandalay Bay Completes $100 Million Remodel of Convention Center 

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Skift Take: Mandalay Bay’s $100 million convention center redesign, featuring cutting-edge technology and diverse new art installations, looks to set a new standard for modern meetings and events.

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Five Playful Exhibit Activations from Licensing Expo 2024

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Play is serious business at the Licensing Expo that brought together more than 12,000 retailers and 5,000 brands to Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas on May 21-23. So, it only makes sense that immersive, interactive and just plain delightful play was key to many of the exhibits at the show, setting the stage for the IPs and sparking creative brand licensing opportunities.

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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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Across the Country: How Immersive Experiences Shine Throughout the U.S.

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Skift Take: Attendees are craving much more than education sessions and networking receptions. As event organizers try to cook up a recipe for elevated engagement, the key is finding a place that can lay the foundation for a truly immersive experience. Skift Meetings worked with Brand USA to find the country’s best-in-class immersive experiences. Here are five destinations that can redefine your next event.

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Online Registration for Events: Definition, Benefits, and Steps

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Online registration has changed when it comes to signing up for events. With just a few clicks, you can register for events anytime, anywhere, without any hassle. This method makes everything more straightforward for both event organizers and attendees.

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Use These 5 Tips to Develop Your Event Brand

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It’s every promoter’s dream to develop an event brand. Whether it’s a music or lifestyle event, a brand that runs for ten, twenty or even thirty years comes with a special type of reverence. But how do you go about achieving this? We won’t pull the wool over your eyes: it’s challenging. It’s hard enough getting your event off the ground, never mind keeping it going into the decades.

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Proven Tips to Increase Catering Profitability and Sales: A Comprehensive Guide for Caterers

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In the highly competitive catering industry, achieving profitability and increasing sales requires a strategic approach. Whether you’re a seasoned catering professional or a newcomer looking to make a mark, understanding the nuances that drive profitability is crucial. Here, we present proven tips to help you enhance your catering business’s profitability and boost sales.

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How to Set Up Online Registration for an Event

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Discover how to simplify event registration with our comprehensive setup guide. Streamline your process for seamless attendee management. The post How to Set Up Online Registration for an Event appeared first on Event Management Solutions for Expo Events and Trade Shows | Expo Logic.

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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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Industry News for May 31, 2024

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Special Events Industry News

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