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The north London Camden venue is proving that there is a steady growth of confidence in the industry with an increase in a wide variety of event contracts from 2022/23 – 2024. Bookings are such that availability for popular dates from September this year are proving hard to find. Head of events Rhiân Pressley said “we have definitely turned a corner and organisers are now reverting to longer lead times.
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In the fast-evolving landscape of Investor Relations (IR), the role of Investor Relations Officers (IROs) is undergoing a transformation driven by market volatility, regulatory shifts and the increasing integration of technology in the financial landscape. That’s why to enhance efficiency and strategic decision-making, IROs are increasingly incorporating artificial intelligence (AI) into their practices, freeing up time by automating routine tasks and amplifying stakeholder engagement.
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