Fri.Jan 31, 2025

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Certified Meeting Professional Program Gets Major Update, New Exam Coming in August

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Skift Take: The CMP, the events industry's most recognized certification is getting a makeover. For the first time since 2017, the Events Industry Council is rolling out significant changes to its Certified Meeting Professional International Standards.

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Leveraging Live Feedback During Events: The Role of Instant Surveys

Caterease

Planning an event takes considerable effort. From selecting the perfect venue to curating the right menu, every detail matters when creating an unforgettable experience. However, one aspect often overlooked by caterers and event planners is capturing feedback during the event. Live feedback isn’t just a nice to haveits a powerful tool that can elevate your event to the next level.

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EMEC: Reaching your event attendees’ emotional minds

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If you want ideas presented at your events to stand out to attendees, you must learn how to captivate the human mind, according to Richard Newman, who will be presenting the plenary session “The Science of Storytelling” during MPI’s European Meetings & Events Conference (EMEC), 22-25 February in Istanbul. “We used to live in a time with just a couple of TV channels, where people communicated by post or a phone-call.

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Los Angeles Turns on “Open for Business” Sign

Smart Meetings

On Jan. 24, the temperature in downtown Los Angeles was 72 degrees and the 61 st Annual Meeting of The Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS) had gathered at the Los Angeles Convention Center which, like 98 percent of Los Angeles County, was not impacted by the fires that raged on televisions around the country and in the hills of Palisades and Altadena.

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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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Big changes are shaping the future of events! From AI-driven personalization to TikTok-inspired content, check out the latest from C&IT, featuring insights from Opus Agency’s Brent Turner. Read more here.

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Personal, Local, and Snackable: Opus Agency Talks Trends with C&IT

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Matt Whiteman Appointed Executive Head Chef of The Venues Collection

Prestige Events Magazine

The Venues Collection is delighted to announce the appointment of Matt Whiteman as Executive Head Chef. Matt brings with him 20 years of culinary experience, including roles at Watsons restaurant, The Gleneagles Hotel and Leicester Tigers and has been a valued member of Compass Group UK & Ireland (parent company of The Venues Collection), for the past nine years.

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A Network to Amplify Women’s Influence

Smart Meetings

Maritz is in the business of motivating people to be their best, has been since it was founded in 1894 as the E. Maritz Jewelry Manufacturing Company. In 2019, a group formed at the St. Louis-based company to support the emerging female leaders among the more than 2,600 employees. After lifting each other up through a pandemic and the hybrid shift that followed, Smart Meetings sat down with the co-chairs of Amplify Womens Network , Beck Kjar (third from right in the photo above) and Cindy Allen

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GES forms long-term partnership with charity that supports young people transitioning from Care into independent living 

Prestige Events Magazine

GES EMEA has joined forces with charity, the National House Project (NHP), to provide practical support to young people leaving care so that they can go on to live connected and fulfilling lives. The charity provides unmatched support and expertise by partnering with local authorities and other organisations to offer help that ranges from learning DIY skills and providing household basics, to career advice and funding for vocational training.

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How Social Media, Gen Z, and Millennials Are Changing the News Media Landscape

The Castle Group

As public relations professionals, reading the news comes with the territoryits essential for our relationships with journalists, our organizations, and our clientsthat we stay informed and agile. Plus, were a naturally curious bunch, and we want to know whats happening in the world and markets around us. Its easy to forget that this isnt a priority for everyone, and generational news consumption patterns tell a puzzling story about the state of the media.

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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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The Eastside Rooms reflects on a successful 2024 and sets sights on an even bigger 2025

Prestige Events Magazine

The Eastside Rooms, Birminghams newest conference and events venue, is celebrating a landmark 2024, having welcomed an impressive 76,518 event attendees through its doors. This milestone highlights the venues continued success as a hub for innovation, collaboration, and world-class events. 2024 in numbers Last year, The Eastside Rooms demonstrated its ability to deliver exceptional experiences including: 1,123 events 37,764 lunches 18,185 banqueting attendees 25 awards dinners, with 7,122 attend

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Discover Chicago’s North Shore: The Perfect Midwest Destination for Meetings and Events

Unique Venues

Planning a meeting or event in the Midwest? Look no further than Chicago’s North Shore, a picturesque and convenient location that offers the perfect blend of sophistication, accessibility, and unique attractions. Nestled along Lake Michigan, just 30 minutes from both Downtown Chicago and OHare International Airport, the North Shore is a standout choice for meetings and events of all sizes.

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Recruitment Trends from Q4 2024 and Key Forecasts for 2025, by Robert Kenward

Prestige Events Magazine

Senior recruitment specialist Robert Kenward has shared his analysis of the latest recruitment trends that shaped the final quarter of 2024 and offers his key forecasts for 2025. These insights offer a glimpse into the changes and shifts in the hiring landscape, giving employers and job seekers the clarity needed to navigate the future of work. Drawing from his extensive interactions with agency owners, managing directors, c-suite stakeholders, and senior leaders, Robert offers unparalleled insi

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How eSIMs Are Transforming International Travel for the Event Industry

Event Industry News

For event planners, organisers, and suppliers, international travel isnt just part of the jobits the lifeblood of the business. Whether youre scouting venues, managing global teams, or sourcing unique event supplies, staying connected is non-negotiable. But lets be honest, traditional roaming solutions often leave a lot to be desired.

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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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Events Industry Council releases update to CMP International Standards

Event Industry News

The Events Industry Council (EIC), the global voice of the business events industry on advocacy, research, professional recognition, and standards, today released an update to the Certified Meeting Professional International Standards (CMP-IS). This update will be the foundation for a revised CMP exam and related study materials, which will be released in August 2025.

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