Fri.Mar 07, 2025

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Aintree Racecourse wins Business Events Venue of the Year

Prestige Events Magazine

Aintree Racecourse , part of The Jockey Club Venues , has won Business Events Venue of the year at the Liverpool City Region Tourism Awards. Celebrating the best of the regions visitor economy sector, the awards acknowledged Aintree as a standout venue because of its versatile event space, iconic views, and its ability to host a wide range of events.

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Five Ways Exhibitors at Toy Fair Stood out in a Sea of Playfulness

Event Marketer

The first visual we laid eyes on at Toy Fair 2025 in New York City, held at the Javits Center, March 1-4, was a larger-than-life Rubiks cube suspended in the air and surrounded by disco lights and bumping music. There was something about a handheld toy that has transcended generations, blown up in epic proportions, that activated the joy meter for this geriatric millennial.

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The Great Yorkshire Events Centre appoint expert consultants Catch the MICE to drive future MICE business

Prestige Events Magazine

The Great Yorkshire Events Centre has appointed Manchester-based consultancy Catch the MICE as their UK Representation as part of its ambitious strategy to showcase and grow its meetings, incentives, conferences, and events (MICE) offering. Following a recent rebrand that consolidates Pavilions of Harrogate and Yorkshire Event Centre under one comprehensive identity, The Great Yorkshire Events Centre is poised to capitalise on its 340-acre site, offering flexible spaces for anything from board m

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The Best Bites: How Demos Cooked Up Brand Engagement at KBIS 2025

Event Marketer

“Were braking the bank here with 30 dozen eggs,” joked Nick Ritchie, executive chef for the LG Signature Kitchen Suite (SKS) as he mixed a batch of Grammys Brownies in all their chocolatey gooeyness to showcase the brands new transitional wall oven series. LG revealed new branding for SKS at the 2025 National Kitchen & Bath Associations Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS), but the brand’s AI-powered appliance with its built-in cameras and ability to recognize the dish i

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Making the Moment: The Art of Creating Events That Drive Results

Speaker: Aja Bradley Kemp, Founder & Chief Experience Officer at Conversate Collective

In a world where every brand is vying for attention, how do you make your events stand out? ✨ From creative swag strategies to immersive brand experiences, the key lies in fostering real connections that inspire action and leave a lasting impression. Whether you're planning a large-scale conference or an exclusive executive gathering, this session will explore how to elevate event engagement, strengthen brand perception, and maximize ROI.

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Get More Hotel Guests with Programmatic Ads

Smart Meetings

Imagine youre trying to get more guests to book at your hotel, but your ads just arent working as well as you hoped. Thats where programmatic advertising can help! This type of advertising uses smart tools that help you reach the right people at the right time. Its a fast, easy way to make sure your ads are seen by people who might actually want to book with you.

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Key Takeaways from MPI Northern California ACE 2025

Smart Meetings

New figures reveal what moves meeting profs should make in 2025 This week, Meeting Professionals Internationals (MPI) Northern California Chapter held its Annual Conference & Expo (ACE) at Monterey Conference Center, where planners, destinations, venues and a range of other vendors mixed, mingled and made the connections that keep this industry thriving.

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West Midlands springs into a magical March of sport

Prestige Events Magazine

Eyes of the world on the West Midlands during epic month of top-class tournaments, including badminton, kabaddi and esports Sporting events anticipated to deliver 5.8 million impact for the regions economy, with huge global television audiences expected The West Midlands is preparing for a significant economic boost and increased global profile as it plays host to a massive month of sporting action, with three major international tournaments set to draw visitors to the region.

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Cheers to Better Marketing: Embrace the ‘Tipsy Best Friend’ Strategy 🍹

Smart Meetings

Imagine that a hotel is your best friend whos had a little too much fun at the party, and now they’re texting you about why you should book a stay. Thats the idea behind the fun and friendly tipsy best friend tone! Hotels can use this playful style to make emails, social media posts, and ads feel personal and exciting. Its like getting advice from someone who really cares about youjust with a bit more enthusiasm!

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Meeting Budgeting 101  

EventMB

Skift Take: Planners spend most of their time on design and logistics, but at the foundation of every successful event lies a balanced budget.

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Beyond the Buzz: How to Turn Marketing Trends into Revenue-Driving Strategies

Speaker: Alexa Acosta, Director of Growth Marketing & B2B Marketing Leader

Marketing is evolving at breakneck speed—new tools, AI-driven automation, and changing buyer behaviors are rewriting the playbook. With so many trends competing for attention, how do you cut through the noise and focus on what truly moves the needle? In this webinar, industry expert Alexa Acosta will break down the most impactful marketing trends shaping the industry today and how to turn them into real, revenue-generating strategies.

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Smart Stars 2025: Vote for Your Favorite Smart Stars

Smart Meetings

Vote for the Best in the Meetings Industry Click the button below to vote for the venues and CVB/DMOs you know for distinguished characteristics from hospitality to facilities. Help to shine the spotlight on your favorite brands. Vote by March 21st for your vote to be automatically entered into the contest, where three lucky voters win a $100 gift card!

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The Great Yorkshire Events Centre appoint expert consultants Catch the MICE to drive future MICE business 

Event Industry News

The Great Yorkshire Events Centre has appointed Manchester-based consultancy Catch the MICE as their UK Representation as part of its ambitious strategy to showcase and grow its meetings, incentives, conferences, and events (MICE) offering.

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Smart Stars 2025: Vote for Your Favorite Smart Stars

Smart Meetings

Vote for the Best in the Meetings Industry The 13th annual planner’s choice award is based on the actual experiences of Smart Meetings magazine readers at venues and destinations around the world. This is your chance to rate suppliers who partner with you to elevate the meetings experience based on a range of amenities from the most all-inclusive hotel to the best CVB/DMO.

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Unlocking the Psychology of Exceptional Events – Event Footprints Announces Latest Webinar

Event Industry News

Event Footprints has announced the second instalment in its Best Foot Forward event measurement webinar series, bringing together industry experts to explore the psychology behind attendee behaviour. The session, Why Attendees Do What They Do: The Psychology Behind Exceptional Experiences, will take place on Wednesday, 12th March at 2:00 PM GMT.

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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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Hosting Unforgettable Camps and Retreats with ExplorUS

Unique Venues

Planning a retreat or camp is no small feat. You need the perfect location that combines comfort, accessibility, and breathtaking surroundings to create an unforgettable experience for your attendees. Thats where ExplorUS steps in. With a network of unique destinations designed for group events, ExplorUS offers unparalleled opportunities to host retreats and camps that inspire and rejuvenate.

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Job opportunity: Project Manager (Branding & Wayfinding)

Event Industry News

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Managing Disruption Clauses

SmartMeetings

Expert negotiator tips for managing policy changes in uncertain times Other than expensive, unreliable Wi-Fi, there are few things meeting professionals hate more than uncertainty. And the last few months have thrown everything from the price of eggs to the employment status of our attendees and even funding for approved budgets into chaos. One planner we talked to had nine events for federal employees cancel in one month while a new administration was confirmed.

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Voxo enters strategic partnership with Bonnier News, the Nordic Region’s largest media group, for AI analysis of event panels

Event Industry News

Voxo is proud to announce a new partnership with Bonnier News Business, part of Bonnier Newsthe largest media group in the Nordic region. With over 2,500 journalists, Bonnier News is Swedens leading news provider, reaching an audience of 6 million readers, listeners, and viewers daily.

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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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How Drip Email Campaigns Can Revolutionize Your Hotel Sales Strategy

Smart Meetings

Picture this: as a sales director for a major hotel chain, you spend countless hours attending conferences, crafting personalized offers, and following up with prospects. But the leads in your pipeline seem to slip away before the sale closes. How can you stay top-of-mind without overwhelming your prospects? The answer lies in drip email marketing campaigns.

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Event Planner Timeline: Stay on Track with This Step-by-Step Breakdown

Guidebook

Planning an event whether its a large-scale conference, trade show or a corporate meeting requires diligence and organization. Without a clear event planner timeline, its easy to get overwhelmed by the countless moving parts required for a successful event. Thats why weve created this comprehensive event planner timeline. Its a chronological guide that outlines exactly what to do and when, so you stay on track and avoid last-minute stress.

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Smart Travel: New Delta Partnership, Women-Only Tours Launch, U.S. Travel Publishes WSJ Ad to Draw Trump’s Attention and More

Smart Meetings

Grappling with how to rectify sustainability goals with those long-distance flights to meetings? Delta is launching a new partnership that could majorly reduce your groups carbon footprint. Comparing cruise lines for a potential meeting or incentive? Holland America Line has just debuted a new brand campaign to help secure your business. Wondering what the data shows about 2025 travel trends?

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