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IBTM World Forum for Advocacy brings 80 senior leaders together for meaningful debate to drive change

Prestige Events Magazine

The IBTM World Forum for Advocacy , in partnership with The Business of Events , brought together 80 senior leaders and policymakers from around the world on Monday, to discuss various issues related to communicating the economic and social impact of global business events. The Forum, which took place at the Torre Melina Gran Melia Hotel in Barcelona, sparked insightful and thought-provoking debate from the outset.

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How to create event floorplans: Your secret weapon for event business success

Planning Pod

In the events industry, floorplans are more than just simple diagrams – they are essential tools for event professionals of any kind. From improving team efficiency to landing new clients, these designs and documents play a crucial role in the success of any event business. In this article, we’ll give an overview of the different types of floorplans used in event businesses, the value of accurate and detailed floorplans, and how you can use them to land more leads, delight clients, and kee

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Major sporting events specialists extends 25-year partnership with British Athletics

Prestige Events Magazine

CSE , a leading logistics and management firm for major sporting events, has extended its partnership with British Athletics , following a successful 25-year relationship with the sporting body. Headquartered in Birmingham, CSE was initially established by Managing Director, Simon Hainsworth, and has firmly cemented itself as leaders in delivering solutions for large-scale and mass participation sporting events, notably World Athletics Championships 2017, European Championships [multi-sport] 201

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Marcella and Daniel’s Luxurious Wedding at The Arlington Estate

EventSource

Love has a way of finding us in the most unexpected places. For Marcella and Daniel, it was a chance meeting at a downtown nightclub that sparked an unforgettable journey. From that night, they became inseparable, and their story culminated in a breathtakingly luxurious wedding at The Arlington Estate. This magical day, expertly planned by Upon Occasion and beautifully preserved by Everlasting Moments , was a true celebration of their love and commitment.

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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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Full Coverage: The 2024 Experience Design Awards

Event Marketer

The editors of Event Marketer have unveiled the winners of the 2024 Experience Design Awards, an annual recognition of outstanding event design, innovative builds, interactive tech, and environmental creativity across a wide variety of consumer-targeted and business-to-business event formats. The post Full Coverage: The 2024 Experience Design Awards appeared first on Event Marketer.

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The Business of Events and ICC Belfast unveil the 2024 Global Destination Report at IBTM World

Prestige Events Magazine

The Business of Events (TBOE), in partnership with ICC Belfast, has unveiled the highly anticipated Global Destination Report 2024 at IBTM World, presenting an in-depth look at the global business events sector’s evolving landscape. The report explores economic contributions, budget stability, government support, and the need for stronger industry advocacy across regions, while identifying the successes and challenges that continue to shape the sector.

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AEV sees it clearly with another sell out annual conference

Event Industry News

The AEV brought together over 240 event professionals for another sell out year of their annual conference last week, 14 November 2024, at the ICC Birmingham for a content rich and engaging programme on the theme “20:20 vision. Experience. Educate. Engage.

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Destination Emirates Old Trafford Joins ABPCO

Prestige Events Magazine

Destination Emirates Old Trafford is excited to announce its new membership of the Association of British Professional Conference Organisers (ABPCO) for 2025. The partnership is focused on strengthening the venues connections within the association meetings community following a surge in interest from association event organisers since the expansion of its on-site hotel and meeting space, the Hilton Garden Inn Emirates Old Trafford.

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The exhibitors of Event Sustainability Live 2024

Event Industry News

Event Sustainability Live London is a two-day Exhibition and Conference bringing together event professionals, thought-leaders and sustainability experts. The event takes place on 20th & 21st November at ExCeL, London.

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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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Traveling with Conference Materials: Essential Tips for a Wrinkle-Free, Professional Setup

Ins'Tent

When attending conferences, trade shows, or any corporate event, a polished presentation is key. Whether you’re setting up a booth, displaying banners, or arranging tables, ensuring a wrinkle-free setup can make a difference in how your brand is perceived. Travel can leave essential items wrinkled or creased, but fortunately, it’s an easy fix.

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Illuminarium Toronto: Redefining Event Experiences

Canadian Special Events

Illuminarium Toronto is a venue that transforms events from ordinary to extraordinary. Located in the heart of Toronto’s Distillery District, this unique space offers event planners a completely customizable environment, making it the ideal backdrop for corporate events, galas, product launches, and brand activations. The venue stands out because it doesn’t just host an event—it immerses your guests in a story.

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The Loop Begin Drug Testing at Two Major UK Venues

Skiddle

Harm reduction charity The Loop has been granted a new Home Office (HO) licence to begin back-of-house drug testing at two of the UK’s major electronic music venues this year. London’s Drumsheds and Manchester’s Depot Mayfield, home of the Warehouse Project, will feature The Loop’s HO-licenced mobile laboratories on site. They will operate during opening hours, aiming to test substances rapidly and accurately and disseminate test results with the primary aim of reducing

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The festive season at the Kia Oval

Event Industry News

This year, host a magical Christmas party at the Kia Oval, the historic sports venue in central London.

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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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New and Renovated: For Meetings in Postcard Cities

Smart Meetings

These properties make it easy to gather among views remember Those amazing landscapes that you see on postcards? They look oh-so-much better from a floor-to-ceiling meeting room window. To get yourself and your attendees there, you just have to find your perfect postcard city and then make the booking. These new and renovated properties are the way to make it happen, whether you’re searching for big city energy or a quiet home base.

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Meet the 2025 CS+TSE Event Chairs: Scott Frankel

Special Events

Introducing the people behind the CS+TSE Showcasing Events magic

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FICP Annual Elevated Conversation Around Meaning

Smart Meetings

Financial and insurance industry meeting planners face complex demands. Many plan both internal and customer events, incentive trips and sales meetings. They are tasked with setting the stage for executive planning sessions and bringing together remote teams. The stakes are high, and rules must be followed. To meet these evolving challenges, a record number gathered at the reimagined Sheraton Denver Downtown for the 2024 FICP Annual Conference this week.

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The Bizzabo Event OS Copilot: Leveraging Generative AI to Uplevel Organiser Experience

Event Industry News

Bizzabo, a leader in the 2024 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Event Technology Platforms, introduces Event OS Copilot: an AI-powered, interactive guide to the Event Experience Operating System. Event professionals are constantly asked to do more with less and faster. If they have questions, they don’t have time to search through manuals and FAQs.

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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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The Category 5 Pivot: How One Event Company Beat Helene and Milton

Smart Meetings

Back-to-back hurricanes? Are you serious? When you earn CEUs for mastering risk management and mitigation for events, they don’t teach this. Yet you know from harrowing news images that flickered across our screens in late September and early October—the doubled-over palm trees and vehicles and homes floating down rampaging floodwaters—that Hurricanes Helene and Milton did the double whammy on Florida (and elsewhere).

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Meshh secures multi-year deal with South Australian Motor Sport Board to deliver spatial analytics at VAILO Adelaide 500

Event Industry News

Spatial intelligence specialist Meshh is pleased to announce a multi-year agreement with the South Australian Motor Sport Board (SAMSB) to deliver spatial analytics at the VAILO Adelaide 500, and build upon the successful partnership established in 2023, during which Meshh’s technology provided valuable insights into spectator movement.

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The Category 5 Pivot: How One Event Company Beat Helene and Milton

Smart Meetings

Back-to-back hurricanes? Are you serious? When you earn CEUs for mastering risk management and mitigation for events, they don’t teach this. Yet you know from harrowing news images that flickered across our screens in late September and early October—the doubled-over palm trees and vehicles and homes floating down rampaging floodwaters—that Hurricanes Helene and Milton did the double whammy on Florida (and elsewhere).

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FICP Annual Elevated Conversation Around Meaning

Smart Meetings

Financial and insurance industry meeting planners face complex demands. Many plan both internal and customer events, incentive trips and sales meetings. They are tasked with setting the stage for executive planning sessions and bringing together remote teams. The stakes are high, and rules must be followed. To meet these evolving challenges, a record number gathered at the reimagined Sheraton Denver Downtown for the 2024 FICP Annual Conference this week.

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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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New and Renovated: For Meetings in Postcard Cities

Smart Meetings

These properties make it easy to gather among views remember Those amazing landscapes that you see on postcards? They look oh-so-much better from a floor-to-ceiling meeting room window. To get yourself and your attendees there, you just have to find your perfect postcard city and then make the booking. These new and renovated properties are the way to make it happen, whether you’re searching for big city energy or a quiet home base.

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Case Study: CVB Partnership Amplifies Impact at Lenovo Tech World 2024

Smart Meetings

Events take a village. By working with Visit Bellevue, the planners for Lenovo Tech World 2024 show the transformative power of partnership. Lenovo Tech World is the global technology company’s annual event, and as events at this level go, it’s an enormous undertaking for the planners organizing it. After the 2023 event in Austin, the planners from Event Strategy Group (ESG) looked towards the Pacific Northwest for the 2024 gathering, “Smarter AI for All.

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Events in 2025: Creating a Foundation of Connection

Smart Meetings

Imagine crafting an event like preparing a Thanksgiving dinner, where every ingredient, every dish, and every seat at the table has been considered with intention and care. Today, the events industry is cooking up something different—a transformation fueled by deeper human connection, inclusivity, and a touch of technological magic. Just as a homemade meal draws us together in a celebration of our shared stories and individuality, events in 2025 will bring people together in ways that honor the

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Smart Travel: G7 Tourism Ministers Gather in Italy, Spirit Airlines Headed for Bankruptcy, Florida Tourism Soars, AI as a Carry On

Smart Meetings

Looking for a better booking platform to line up group travel? Sabre and Internova Travel have released a new offering to the market that is worth looking over. Wondering about the future long-term impacts of the travel sector? So are the tourism ministers of the G7, who are meeting for the first time ever right now in Italy. Worried about whether Florida is prepared to host a meeting post-hurricane season?

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The Ultimate Guide to Hosting Hybrid Events For Your Association

For associations, the hybrid model is the future of the MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) industry. Hybrid events provide increased reach and scalability, improved engagement with association members, and insights from real-time analytics, making them an absolute necessity. This ready-to-use playbook presents a framework for event organizers embarking on the hybrid events journey.

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Smart Travel: G7 Tourism Ministers Gather in Italy, Spirit Airlines Headed for Bankruptcy, Florida Tourism Soars, AI as a Carry On

Smart Meetings

Looking for a better booking platform to line up group travel? Sabre and Internova Travel have released a new offering to the market that is worth looking over. Wondering about the future long-term impacts of the travel sector? So are the tourism ministers of the G7, who are meeting for the first time ever right now in Italy. Worried about whether Florida is prepared to host a meeting post-hurricane season?

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