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2023 in review—and a book sale!

Conferences that Work

I’m looking back on 2023. And , dear reader, get 20% off my ebooks until the end of the year! 2023 in review I slowed down in 2023. Before 2020, I was designing and facilitating around a dozen in-person meetings and conferences a year. After COVID decimated the meeting industry, I focused on the design and facilitation of online meetings. In 2023, in-person is back!

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Events Benefit From Tech Hubs That Put Community First

EventMB

Skift Take: There are two key factors behind groundbreaking innovations: infrastructure that supports research and development, and a community spirit that nurtures both startups and local talent. Find out how this winning combination provides the ideal setting for future-forward meetings and events in Baltimore.

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How Paramount+ Hyped its ‘Frasier’ Reboot with a 60-Foot Crane and Food Trucks

Event Marketer

“As we’re thinking about experiential activations overall, it’s an opportunity for us to connect directly with fans and prospective viewers. And for a show like ‘Frasier,’ with such a massive, passionate, built-in fan base, we wanted to be able to show them in a big way that we were going to get it right—the show itself and the marketing around it.

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Poll: Skift Meetings Summit Participants Vote on What Defines Event Excellence

EventMB

Skift Take: What turns a good event into a transformative experience? We showcased some of the best events of 2023 at our virtual summit and asked event professionals in attendance about what they’re doing to change their own approaches to building a community.

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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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Q&A: How AfroTech Drives Engagement for its Portfolio of Career-Focused Live Events

Event Marketer

“What we learned this year is that folks really do like in-person experiences, as a lot of our community works remotely and works from home. They actually don’t even have the opportunity to engage with their own team members within their organizations that often, and so AfroTech events serve as an opportunity for the larger community and for employees to see each other.

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Brief2Event appoints two new Board Directors and announces four internal promotions following rapid growth

Prestige Events Magazine

Emma Hardie and Matt Devine have been appointed to join Managing Director Guy Mason as Board Directors at Brief2Event, following rapid growth at the agency which specialises in venue finding, booking accommodation and event management. Emma, who is now Creative Director, has been with the business for 10 years while Matt, Commercial Director, joined the company 15 years ago.

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Attendee Accessibility and Inclusion from the Venue Side

MeetingsNet

A new toolkit for employees at hotels, convention centers, and special-event venues can provide planners with deeper perspective on what to ask during site selection. In mid-December, the Event Service Professionals Association—a group of more than 500 event-service professionals who work on the property and venue side—released its Accessibility Toolkit for Venues & Destinations.

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PAPERLESS HOLIDAY EVENT PLANNING: A TECH-SAVVY GUIDE

All Seated

IN THIS ARTICLE: DIGITAL INVITATIONS EVENT MANAGEMENT PLATFORMS E-TICKETS AND QR CODES DIGITAL EVENT GUIDES INTERACTIVE AUDIENCE ENGAGEMENT ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI) MOBILE EVENT APPS VIRTUAL CELEBRATIONS POST-EVENT SURVEYS During the bustling holiday season, time becomes a precious commodity, and the complications of traditional event planning methods are the last things anyone needs.

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mia’s latest agent day makes an emotional connection

Event Industry News

A poignant keynote from Figen Murray OBE, the force behind Martyn’s Law, opened the Meetings Industry Association’s (mia) latest Connect Day in Manchester.

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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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What’s New: December Release

All Seated

OPS Release Version 1.1.5.1 Now there are more options for customizing tabletop design with new objects. The following release notes include options to add napkins and floral centerpieces, along with a bug fix. Enhancements for Tabletops Add napkins to tabletop place settings. Choose from 4 different kinds of napkins, available in multiple color variations and textures.

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Trend Chat: 2023 Experience Design & Technology Awards

Event Marketer

Explore some of the highest-scoring case studies from the 2023 Experience Design & Technology Awards program, including the campaigns’ winning aspects, the steal-worthy ideas and what’s next for the “feel and functionality” of events. The post Trend Chat: 2023 Experience Design & Technology Awards appeared first on Event Marketer.

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Reasons to Rent Holiday, Christmas Inflatable Yard Decorations

Ins'Tent

Back to Inflatables Hub Making the decision to rent holiday inflatable decorations, rather than own them, has become a very popular option over the last few years. These eye-catching displays have become a staple in how homeowners display their holiday spirit, and they range from the inflatable Santa and inflatable Christmas tree to inflatable Halloween decor.

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private dining & events at sushi samba

SevenEvents

sushi samba at heron tower stands as a distinctive venue for private dining and events, marrying japanese, brazilian, and peruvian flavors in a breathtaking setting. with panoramic views of london’s skyline, this culinary haven offers an unforgettable experience for gatherings. the sleek design and vibrant atmosphere provide an ideal backdrop for corporate functions or intimate celebrations. savor the fusion of flavors in an exclusive setting that elevates any event. sushi samba at heron t

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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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Eastside Rooms survey reveals sponsorship woes for associations

Prestige Events Magazine

The Eastside Rooms’ cost of living impact survey reveals that 45% of associations/not for profits are seeing increased difficulty in securing sponsorship for their conferences and events. The Eastside Rooms, a leading, modern venue in the heart of England, conducted a survey of 125* event professionals from around the world to identify challenges and opportunities faced due to economic challenges.

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And the 2024 Nominees Are.

Special Events

Let’s give a round of applause to this year’s Gala Award nominees!

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Wyboston Lakes Resort has signed the Net Zero Carbon Events Pledge

Prestige Events Magazine

Wyboston Lakes Resort has signed the Net Zero Carbon Events Pledge, joining more than 600 leading conference and events industry organisations worldwide since its launch at Cop26 in signing it or expressing their support for the campaign. By signing the Pledge, the resort has committed to support the goal of net zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2050 and to actively promote and advocate for industry efforts.

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