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Business Events Industry Week Showcases Collaboration

EventMB

Skift Take: Washington, D.C. was buzzing with a wide array of gatherings focused on different sectors of the meetings and events industry during Business Events Industry Week.

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Wendy’s NCAA Sponsorship Sizzles with Supersized Visuals and a Growth Mentality

Event Marketer

Wendy’s installed massive signage across its footprints, with its Wendy persona front and center. The NCAA’s March Madness set records this year with the women’s title game drawing more viewers than the men’s for the first time, and attendance across both the men’s and women’s championships at historic levels. Along for the ride was Wendy’s, the Official Hamburger of March Madness and the Official Breakfast of March Madness, which signed on in 2017 and, since then, has been growing its exp

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New and Renovated: Spaces of Grandeur

Smart Meetings

Feeling classy? These New and Renovated spaces are for you. These new and renovated hotels all share one fabulous commonality: rich, luxurious spaces that transport visitors to what feels like a European castle, with jewel-toned hues, plush furnishings and ambient lighting. Whether you’re meeting in Washington’s wine country or lively New Orleans, you’ll find your event brimming with a feel of decadence and elegance.

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How Lacoste’s Miami Open Sponsorship Mixes Tradition with New Experiences

Event Marketer

“The difference between the Miami Open and other tennis tournaments like the US Open or Roland-Garros is that it is much more of a local, community-driven tennis tournament.” –John Lynch, Trade Marketing Manager, Lacoste North America Lacoste once again took over a VIP hospitality suite to engage key stakeholders. While Florida is the land of gators, Lacoste showed up to the 2024 Miami Open with its rival signature crocodile.

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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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Take 5: Industry Underrepresentation

SmartMeetings

Expert Lyn Lewis-Smith speaks on gender inequality Smart Meetings is keeping Women’s History Month going and acknowledging the underrepresentation of women in leadership roles. Lyn Lewis-Smith has been a leader and a visionary in the Sydney, Australia , events industry and is now a events speaker regarding the gender underrepresentation issue. Smart Meetings sat down with Lewis-Smith, CEO of BESydney , to discuss her ideas on women in leadership roles within the meetings and events industry, P

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9 Engagement Ideas for Your Conference Event App in 2024

Event Age by Swapcard

Nobody likes a boring event. And if you’re planning a conference event, this is exactly what you want to avoid. The formula for exciting events? Event engagement.

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Five Takeaways from Freeman’s 2024 Exhibitor Trends Report 

Event Marketer

After a successful 2023, almost 80 percent of exhibitors plan to attend the same number of events or more in 2024, and most exhibitor budgets will increase or stay the same, according to the new Freeman 2024 Exhibitor Trends Report released this month. The research focused on the current needs of exhibitors and gaps in expectations, and details actions to take to meet those needs while aligning exhibitor and attendee objectives.

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9 Engagement Ideas for Your Free Conference Event App 2024

Event Age by Swapcard

Nobody likes a boring event. And if you’re planning a conference event, this is exactly what you want to avoid. The formula for exciting events? Event engagement.

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Nottingham Racecourse

Event Industry News

Nestled within the picturesque Colwick Country Park, Nottingham Racecourse offers an idyllic setting for your next event. Blessed with abundant outdoor space, including hard standing areas and lush grassed fields, we cater to a diverse range of activities and occasions.

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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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9 Engagement Ideas for Your Free Event Conference App 2024

Event Age by Swapcard

Nobody likes a boring event. And if you’re planning a conference event, this is exactly what you want to avoid. The formula for exciting events? Event engagement.

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Parties are in season at Tobacco Dock

Event Industry News

The team at Tobacco Dock love a celebration. This year there’s more reason for celebration than ever before at the Grade 1 listed venue, as for the first time ever, they have brought all their seasonal parties in house, curated and produced by the award winning team.

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Eventscase Monthly News Round-Up April 2024

Eventscase Blog

This year, the event industry is undergoing a true revolution with performance likened to pre-pandemic levels. To make the event organiser’s life easier, Eventscase has leveraged AI technologies and even took it one step further this month. The birth of EVA April was the month chosen for the birth of EVA, our new virtual assistant on WhatsApp.

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Hollywood Monster partners with beMatrix to deliver the best in sustainable event building

Event Industry News

Hollywood Monster, a leading wide format print specialist based in Birmingham, is proud to announce its partnership with beMatrix, the leading frame system for easy and sustainable event building.

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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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VUE CONFERENCES & EVENTS LAUNCH COMPETITIVE DDR’S ACROSS THE UK & IRELAND

Prestige Events Magazine

The events arm of cinema chain Vue Entertainment has launched tiered DDR rates across its 93 sites in the United Kingdom and Ireland. The move comes as demand for competitive DDR’s has become increasingly important in the industry with organisers wanting better value for money. Simona Negretto, national head of conferences and events for Vue said of the initiative, “our new rates allow organisers to easily see what’s included, plus we want to ensure that all our clients will get the best from ou

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Manchester Central appoints new CEO

Event Industry News

Manchester Central Convention Centre has formally announced that Lori Hoinkes will succeed Shaun Hinds as CEO. Hoinkes has an impressive track record with over fifteen years’ experience in leading strategic growth initiatives across the UK and globally, most recently as Chief Growth Officer at Montgomery Group, in the events and exhibitions sector.

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24 Community Outreach Events That Transform Lives

Event Smart

Community outreach events are the perfect opportunity to bring people together from different backgrounds. It mainly aims to promote unity and establish connections within a specific community. These events can vary from health and wellness initiatives to community buildings to environmental conservation efforts.

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Meet Spotwork – The Future of Event Staff

Canadian Special Events

In the dynamic world of event management, adaptability is paramount. The collaboration between Spotwork and its partners has redefined what it means to be agile and flexible, as illustrated by the successful partnership with Jet Entertainment, a leading company in AV event production and experiential marketing. Event management companies are often challenged by the unpredictable nature of staffing needs.

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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 Business of Wedding Planning Podcast Episode #1

The Planner's Lounge

Preview Episode of The Business of Wedding Planning Podcast Apple Podcasts Spotify RSS Feed The Business of Wedding Planning is a podcast dedicated to guiding aspiring, new, and growing wedding planners through the intricacies of creating and scaling a profitable wedding planning business. Each episode explores topics essential for success in the industry, including marketing strategies, pricing models, client and vendor relations, and sales strategies.

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Ask an Expert Spring 2024

Canadian Special Events

My father was my business mentor. He had many powerful sayings he would share with me at just the right time in my event career. One adage that I will always remember is “If you want to be a winner, you can’t be a quitter”. Not winning doesn’t signify failure. Instead, it presents an opportunity for growth. Learning from my mistakes and drawing inspiration from the situation has allowed me to continue to succeed.

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The Business of Wedding Planning Podcast Episode #2

The Planner's Lounge

Apple Podcasts Spotify RSS Feed Show Notes Welcome to the Planners Lounge Podcast, where we bring insights, tips, and stories to help aspiring and new wedding planners on their journey to success. In today’s episode, we’re embarking on an exciting series aimed at guiding you through the first steps of launching your dream wedding planning business. Episode Overview: This episode kicks off our five-part series designed to explore the initial stages of starting a wedding planning business.

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Resource Guide: Indigenous Land Acknowledgement

SmartMeetings

As many of the destinations where gatherings are had are on unceded tribal lands, we share the following resources for finding the appropriate tribe to honor and how to respectfully incorporate First Nation people and culture in your events. Additionally, check out Native Land Digital for more information about the indigenous tribes who once occupied the land in the United States and beyond.

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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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The Business of Wedding Planning Podcast Episode #3

The Planner's Lounge

Apple Podcasts Spotify RSS Feed Show Notes In this episode, Amber Peterson, seasoned wedding planner and marketing strategist, dives into the crucial aspects of branding for those embarking on or revamping their wedding planning business brand. With a decade-long wedding planner background as a marketing strategist for service-based businesses, Amber brings her knowledge to this second episode of our five-part series on starting a planning business.

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Academic Conferences Tackle the Taylor Swift Phenomenon

PCMA Convene

Taylor Swift accepts the award for Best Pop Vocal Album at The 66th Annual Grammy Awards Feb. 4 at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, California. Swift’s influence on music, culture, and global economics has become the topic of academic conferences dedicated to the performer. (Sonja Flemming/CBS photo) Taylor Swift’s continued rise in popularity has helped define the post-pandemic zeitgeist — so much so that her influence has been the topic of academic conferences.

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AI in learning and development: Key trends from Donald H. Taylor’s L&D Global Sentiment Survey

Arlo Training & Events Software

Unsurprisingly, AI was a hot topic in Donald H. Taylor’s 2024 Learning & Development (L&D) Global Sentiment Survey. In this blog, we dive into the general interest in AI in learning and development, paying particular attention to how it can be utilized by training providers. Topics include personalization and adaptive training delivery, data analysis on learners, to leveraging smart training tools and AI to transform insights from their analytics into impactful outcomes.

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How to Streamline Your Check-in and Badging Process

CadmiumCD

Today’s the day! After what feels like an eternity of planning and preparation, your guests can finally come and enjoy everything you’ve put together. Your guest speakers are ready to share their knowledge, booths are set up to welcome all kinds of attendees, and swag bags are lined up. However, there is one crucial detail that leaves a lasting impression before your attendees even arrive—the check-in and badging process.

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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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Enhancing your network with c-level contacts

Management Events

The Power of High-Level Networking Building a robust professional network is a cornerstone of business success, and connecting with top-tier executives can be a game-changer for any professional. At Management Events, we understand the value of these connections and the impact they can have on your career trajectory and business growth. High-level networking isn’t just about expanding your contact list; it’s about forging meaningful relationships with decision-makers who can open doo

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Advantages of Using Group Registration

Expo Logic

Simplify event registration with Expo Logic's innovative group registration tool. Enhance attendee experience and ease administrative burdens effortlessly. The post Advantages of Using Group Registration appeared first on Event Management Solutions for Expo Events and Trade Shows | Expo Logic.

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A Roadmap for Successful and Inclusive Meetings & Events in 2024

Special Events

How to foster inclusivity in your events

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