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Multicultural Marketing E-book

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Unlock the potential of multicultural marketing with our in-depth e-book. Learn strategies to engage diverse audiences and expand your brand's reach in today's global market. Whether you're new to multicultural marketing or looking to enhance your current strategies. The post Multicultural Marketing E-book first appeared on Innovate Marketing Group, Inc.

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AI, Acquisitions, and Adaptation: Cvent’s Strategy for Event Tech Leadership

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Skift Take: Cvent’s blueprint goes beyond buzzwords. AI is improving efficiencies, and acquisitions are filling gaps as the company tries to stay ahead of shifting industry demands.

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DEIB Calendar 2024-2025

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Promote Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging in your events with our DEIB Calendar. This resource highlights important dates and cultural observances for 2024-2025, helping you plan events that are inclusive and culturally sensitive. The post DEIB Calendar 2024-2025 first appeared on Innovate Marketing Group, Inc.

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Intentional Serendipity: Event Tech and the Future of In-Person Networking

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Skift Take: Event technology shouldn’t replace in-person connections but enhance networking opportunities that strengthen business relationships.

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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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Event Industry Report & Forecast 2024

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Stay ahead in the dynamic world of events; discover the latest trends, insights, and projections that will shape the event industry in 2024. This report is essential for professionals looking to make informed decisions and strategize effectively for the upcoming year. The post Event Industry Report & Forecast 2024 first appeared on Innovate Marketing Group, Inc.

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IMG Business Tools

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Streamline your business operations with our curated selection of tools. From project management to client engagement, these resources are designed to enhance efficiency and productivity in your event planning processes. The post IMG Business Tools first appeared on Innovate Marketing Group, Inc.

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77% of UK Businesses deem the Corporate Christmas Party the most important event of the year

Prestige Events Magazine

77% of UK business leaders consider the annual corporate Christmas party the most important work event of the year, emphasising its significance in the corporate calendar. The research, which surveyed hundreds of senior business leaders from a host of industry sectors [ranging from banking to pharmaceutical] on their perceptions of the corporate Christmas party, also revealed that 72% of businesses have a Christmas party every year without fail, with only 9% of companies refusing to celebrate th

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Checklist: Company Retreat Planning

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Plan the perfect company retreat with ease. Our comprehensive checklist helps you cover all the essentials, ensuring a productive and enjoyable experience for your team. The post Checklist: Company Retreat Planning first appeared on Innovate Marketing Group, Inc.

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ICC Wales projected to generate almost £76m in local economic benefit

Prestige Events Magazine

ICC Wales is celebrating a huge business milestone with its confirmed event pipeline, which is expected to generate more than £75.8m in local economic benefit, with 2025 events contributing more than £39m alone. The extensive lineup of conferences, exhibitions, and large-scale events which are booked from now until as far ahead as 2028 span a range of sectors including technology, healthcare, education and renewable energy.

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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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Checklist: 6 steps to Building a Rockstar Event Experience

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Ensure your next event is unforgettable with our step-by-step checklist. From initial planning to execution, this guide covers everything you need to create an exceptional event that resonates with your audience. The post Checklist: 6 steps to Building a Rockstar Event Experience first appeared on Innovate Marketing Group, Inc.

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CHS Bring Bundles of Event Options to Birmingham

Prestige Events Magazine

CHS Birmingham has announced a new raft of exhibiting companies that will add even more to its visitor’s experience when the show opens its doors at the ICC Birmingham, 29 th October 24. The exhibition will once again provide a mix of domestic and international venues, destinations, unique venues, and support services that will allow event planners to build their events during one day at the show.

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IMG Culture Event Ideas

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Looking to boost company culture? Explore our collection of event ideas that foster team building, employee engagement, and a positive workplace environment. These ideas are crafted to inspire and help you create memorable experiences for your team. The post IMG Culture Event Ideas first appeared on Innovate Marketing Group, Inc.

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How to use Approval Only Events in your Marketing Strategy

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Whether you’re an event marketer, a planner, or someone in the field of marketing, this strategy could be the key to more successful […] The post How to use Approval Only Events in your Marketing Strategy appeared first on Oveit.

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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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The importance of Event Strategy

Event Industry News

Multi-award-winning creative agency Sledge can boast an impressive catalogue of clients, Sage, Aruba and O2 contemporary among them. Managing director Sarah Yeats has been with the company for more than 12 and a half years, so she knows a thing or two about live experiences.

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Savoring Success: How to Develop a Subscription-Based Catering Service

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Introduction Imagine a steady revenue stream, loyal customers, and the ability to forecast your business growth confidently. This isn’t just a dream—it’s the reality for caterers and event planners who embrace subscription-based services. As subscription models gain popularity across various industries, they offer catering businesses a powerful opportunity to secure consistent clientele and streamline operations.

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ICC Wales projected to generate almost £76m in local economic benefit

Event Industry News

ICC Wales is celebrating a huge business milestone with its confirmed event pipeline, which is expected to generate more than £75.8m in local economic benefit, with 2025 events contributing more than £39m alone.

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The Ongoing Hotel, Boeing Strikes: What Planners Need to Know

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It’s always something , as Gilda Radner playing Roseanne Roseannadanna used to moan on “Saturday Night Live.” Meeting professionals can relate. In recent weeks, that “something” is labor strikes in two industries heavily relied on for successful events—hotels and aircraft. The Situation, in Brief This week, thousands more hotel workers in the U.S. have gone on strike as talks between the Unite Here labor union and major hotel companies over pandemic-era cuts and pay remain stalled.

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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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The QEII Centre appoints new Venue Operations Director

Event Industry News

Leading London conference and events venue, The QEII Centre, has strengthened its senior leadership team with the appointment of Peter Ochser as Venue Operations Director.

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Exclusive Guest Column: How to Transform Events with Local Culture

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Meeting and event planners have a unique opportunity to create immersive experiences that go beyond just logistics and schedules. By infusing the local culture of a destination into their events, planners can elevate gatherings, leaving attendees with a deeper appreciation and understanding for the place they’re visiting. In San Antonio, we host the annual Fiesta celebration each year as a testament to the city’s heritage.

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Big Week for Industry News: Mergers, Rebrands & Consolidations

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If you haven’t heard, Chair-man Mills, Senik Events, E=mc2 and Fuze Entertainment have been making waves in the event world. Last week, Chair-Man Mills, the title sponsor of the Canadian Event Awards and CSE Live, finalized a consolidation strategy over two years ago. Now rebranded as Elements Event Solutions , the company has brought together Event Rental Group, Higgins Event Rentals, Contemporary Furniture Rentals, Regal Tent Productions, Advanced Tent Rental, A&B Partytime, Loungeworks, a

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Leadership Experience Brought Out the Local Spirit in Puerto Rico

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Meet Boricua brought culture and heart into El Conquistador Resort ballroom Smart Meetings Leadership Experience at El Conquistador Resort in Puerto Rico set the stage for top meeting professionals to make new connections to improve their effectiveness—and add some spice to their programs. Over three days, attendees danced, tasted and laughed their way through one of the top resorts in the world.

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Dominate Your Local Market With These 4 Reputation Management Strategies

Speaker: Adam Dorfman, Lindsay Harrison, and Erin O'Brien

Did you know that 4 out of 5 consumers use local search and 88% use smartphones for those searches? With that in mind, I think it's safe to say your online presence is the silver bullet of your business. Think about the revenue you could be missing by not prioritizing local search optimization. Fortunately, there are a handful of steps you can take right now that will immediately impact your business's pace in local search, and we're happy to share them.

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How To Stay Motivated As An Association Volunteer Leader During Challenging Times

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In times of uncertainty and challenge, whether due to global events, personal struggles, or change within your organization, it can be difficult to maintain motivation in your work. As Association Volunteer Leaders, you are the backbone of countless organizations, making an impact in your individual communities and beyond. But when the going gets tough and life gets busy, staying engaged and inspired can feel harder than ever.

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Meeting-Negotiation Essentials: F&B, AV, and More

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7 business-event pros weigh in on how to get what you need in an event contract and stay on budget. A few key tips: Make F&B events value-added experiences and understand what “exclusive AV provider” really means. A recent survey of more than 200 business-event planners by Global DMC Partners found that their top five challenges this year are adapting to higher costs; finding availability; budget management; timely approval from internal decisionmakers; and contract negotiations.

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Bonus Episode: LASSO Fest Rewind – Ask Us Anything!

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About the Episode This special bonus episode of the podcast ‘Corralling the Chaos’ looks back at a session from the virtual festival, LASSO Fest. The session was an ‘Ask Us Anything!’ event where the hosts answer questions about the company and its products, focusing on the speed of development, how customer feedback is incorporated, plans for the mobile app, customer support, and future plans for LASSO.

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The QEII Centre appoints new Venue Operations Director

Prestige Events Magazine

Leading London conference and events venue, The QEII Centre , has strengthened its senior leadership team with the appointment of Peter Ochser as Venue Operations Director. Peter joins the QEII Centre from his previous role as Deputy Head of Facilities Management for the City of London Guildhall, where he was responsible for facilities management and event support within the historic multi-venue meeting and conference site.

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5 Things Businesses Need to Know to Thrive in a Post-COVID World

People are itching to get back into the world. 54% of consumers say they plan to dine out at a restaurant at least once a week this year. As COVID-19 restrictions ease, the competition for their business is stronger than ever. Download this eBook today to learn how your restaurant can be prepared!

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Upcoming Webinars: Announcing IntelliBooster™, Recurring Updater, and Click & Pay Suite Updates

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Click & Pledge is hosting two webinars in October, designed to introduce new features and updates that will take your nonprofit’s fundraising to the next level. Whether you’re preparing for Giving Tuesday, Year-End Giving, or looking to optimize your processes, these webinars will offer valuable insights and tools for success. ► IntelliBooster and Recurring Updater Announcement October 2nd @ 1:00 pm EST Register In this webinar, we will announce two groundbreaking features — IntelliBoo

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Halloween Horror Nights: Renting Spaces for Frightening Fun

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Halloween Horror Nights have become one of the most thrilling and popular ways to celebrate the spooky season. From haunted houses and scare zones to themed rooms and live actors, crafting the ultimate Halloween experience requires a blend of creativity, meticulous planning, and the right venue. Whether you’re an event planner, a business owner, or simply aiming to host an epic Halloween party, selecting the ideal small party venues for a Halloween party can transform your event from merel

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Roundup: Your Favorite 2024 Industry Podcasts

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Event pros share their favorite podcasts from industry experts

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