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Destination Brief: Phoenix Tops Rankings for Airport, Convention Center & Tech Growth

EventMB

Skift Take: From its investment in growth sectors like semiconductors and electric vehicles to its boom in hotel development and innovative transportation, Phoenix is a city on the rise — and event organizers are taking note. This sun-drenched region values nature just as much as technology, bridging the two to find solutions for more sustainable events.

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“Can an event organiser ever truly be Net Zero?” Raccoon Media Group’s sustainability journey

Event Industry News

As the world sets ambitious targets to combat climate change, live events are under increasing scrutiny for their environmental impact. Raccoon Media Group (RMG) reflects on its sustainability efforts in the past year and questions the feasibility of achieving true net zero status in this dynamic industry.

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Announcing the Return of Skift Meetings Forum in New York City This September

EventMB

Skift Take: Returning for the second year, Skift Meetings Forum will be held in New York City on September 17th gathering top-tier meeting professionals to discuss advancing technology, evolving attendee preferences, shifting work dynamics and so much more.

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Why Early Bird Registration Specials Don’t Work and Other Revelations from a New Maritz Study

Smart Meetings

Do you know the reasons your attendees show up at your events? And why do they wait so long to register, anyway? A new study, aptly named “ Registration Insights Report: Optimizing revenue and attendance in the face of new attendee behavior ” by Maritz revealed a changing model for getting people to fill out those increasingly long forms, sooner. Spoiler alert: It isn’t early bird discounts.

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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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Eventbrite Offers Event Trends Update for 2024

EventMB

Skift Take: From pricing strategies and event frequency to experiential offerings and sustainability practices, Eventbrite's annual event trends forecasting guide offers a glimpse into the shifting focus of organizers and attendees.

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Jen and David’s Enchanting Wedding at Chateau Le Parc

EventSource

Jen and David’s wedding at Chateau Le Parc was every bit both stunning as it was elegant. Planned alongside the expert hands of Ever After by Justine , you can’t help but fall in love with the breathtaking beauty of Jen in her whimsical wedding dress and flawless makeup by Louminous Makeup. The talented Eric Cheng Photography captured the glamour and romance of the couples’ gorgeous ceremony.

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IAEE Women’s Leadership Forum Created a Safe Space

Smart Meetings

The 11 th International Association of Exhibitions and Events (IAEE) Women’s Leadership Forum was a wake-up call for event professionals looking to take their careers to the next level while balancing their personal lives. “It was a safe space to come together, be themselves and talk freely without being judged,” said Marsha Flanagan, new president of the organization founded almost 100 years ago.

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Sleek announces New Senior Leader Team following the agency’s repositioning

Event Industry News

Full-service experience marketing agency, Sleek, today announces the formation of its newly structured leadership team to support the agency’s new service offerings following its recent repositioning.

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Vine Tree Connections Expands European Portfolio with WestCord Hotels

Prestige Events Magazine

Vine Tree Connections, an award winning MICE hotel, venue and destination representation company, is thrilled to announce its partnership with WestCord Hotels to represent their portfolio to the UK MICE market. This collaboration marks a significant expansion of Vine Tree’s presence throughout Europe. WestCord Hotels boasts a diverse and exciting portfolio of 15 hotels, offering unique experiences across the Netherlands.

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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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HFE Signs

Event Industry News

HFE Signs was founded in 1996 and quickly became a UK leader in Event Signs, Printed Banners & Flags. HFE have decades of experience and a perfect 5-Star Trustpilot rating which has been earnt over many years of unmatched customer service.

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4 tips for perfecting your LinkedIn aesthetics in the meeting industry

MPI

By focusing on the aesthetics of your profile and content, you’re not just enhancing your appearance—you’re enriching your impact, ensuring that you’re not just seen but also remembered.

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Mercure Manchester Piccadilly Hotel bolsters management team

Event Industry News

Mercure Manchester Piccadilly is driving ahead with an ambitious recruitment programme to hire 53 conference, events, and hotel staff as part of a major new vision, strategy, and investment for the business in 2024.

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Don't miss bourbon tourism at WEC Louisville

MPI

Kentucky is the birthplace of bourbon, where distillers have been crafting batches large and small since the 18th century and thus perfecting it for over 200 years—with Kentucky producing 95% of the supply, making it bourbon’s true homeplace. In fact, there are more bourbon barrels than people in Kentucky! Bourbon tourism is thriving in Louisville.

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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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UK B Corp community reaches 2,000

Event Industry News

Companies are leading the shift to better business as the UK B Corp community reaches its latest milestone. Today, B Lab UK reveals that there are officially 2,000 Certified B Corporations in the UK — a figure that has doubled in just 18 months.

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“Can an event organiser ever truly be Net Zero?”Raccoon Media Group’s sustainability journey

Prestige Events Magazine

As the world sets ambitious targets to combat climate change, live events are under increasing scrutiny for their environmental impact. Raccoon Media Group (RMG) reflects on its sustainability efforts in the past year and questions the feasibility of achieving true net zero status in this dynamic industry. Mike Seaman, CEO at RMG, commented: “I believe that trade shows are inherently sustainable – enabling customers to swap numerous trips for a single visit, but we want Raccoon Media Group to be

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OnSinch

Event Industry News

OnSinch is a robust project and staff management software tailored to meet the diverse operational needs of sectors such as event staffing, talent agencies, crewing companies, hostess agencies, and more! Our platform elevates workforce performance,improves productivity, and automates administrative workflows.

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Countdown to 2030: The joint mission of three organisations to help the events industry reach its sustainability goals

Prestige Events Magazine

By Selina Donald, founder and CEO, The Bulb, Anna Abdelnoor, CEO and founder, isla, and Chantal Kerr-Sheppard, founder, Event Cycle There are just six years left until the deadline for the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, and Earth Day is a stark reminder of this important deadline, and an annual snapshot of how much work remains to be done.

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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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Co-op Live in Manchester sets new standard for UK arena experience

Event Industry News

A purpose-built new 23,500 capacity music venue in Manchester has become the UK’s largest dedicated live indoor music space, with a world-leading engineering design by UK consultancy Buro Happold.

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Mercure Manchester Piccadilly Hotel Bolsters Management Team

Prestige Events Magazine

Mercure Manchester Piccadilly is driving ahead with an ambitious recruitment programme to hire 53 conference, events, and hotel staff as part of a major new vision, strategy, and investment for the business in 2024. Following a £3million modernisation project and a refreshed leadership and employee model, the hotel has announced the appointment of two key leadership positions, marking a significant stride forward in its commitment to excellence in events, hospitality, and service.

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Introducing Skiddle Stories: A Celebration of our Longest-Standing Event Partners

Skiddle

The post Introducing Skiddle Stories: A Celebration of our Longest-Standing Event Partners appeared first on Skiddle Promotion Centre.

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Barbican selected at the venue for the 34th World Design Congress in 2025

Prestige Events Magazine

The World Design Congress will return to London in September 2025 for the first time in 56 years. The 34th event, which will take place at the Barbican Centre, will bring together over 1,000 individuals from the international design community as well as thought leaders from business, research and education to discuss and debate design issues of global importance.

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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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Make your training website more accessible: 10 essential tips

Arlo Training & Events Software

How can you improve your current training website to make it more accessible? It’s a question many training providers are asking. An accessible training website allows learners of all abilities to easily navigate and fully engage with the resources it offers, while expanding the potential participant base for training providers. In this blog post, we share ten beginner tips you can implement to start making your website more accessible.

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The Business of Events Collaborates with ICCA to Launch Global Advocacy Alliance

Prestige Events Magazine

The Business of Events is pleased to announce its collaboration with the International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA) to introduce the Global Advocacy Alliance. Scheduled to run during the ICCA Plenary at IMEX Frankfurt, 13 May 2024, this initiative will convene 200 industry leaders to foster dialogue and share best practices in advocating for the event sector to governmental bodies at local, regional, and national levels.

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Building valuable c-level contacts in your industry

Management Events

Expanding Your Executive Network Forging connections with top-tier executives is a strategic move for any professional looking to advance their career or business. At Management Events, we understand the importance of networking with industry leaders and the impact it can have on your professional growth. To start, consider attending industry-specific events and conferences where C-level executives are likely to be in attendance.

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Radisson Hotel Group releases its 2023 Responsible Business Report, marking 35 years since its pioneering first environmental policy

Prestige Events Magazine

2023 was an exceptional year for Radisson Hotel Group’s award-winning Responsible Business program. The Group made significant progress on its Net Zero by 2050 transition, achieved important milestones in employee engagement and diversity, and continued to look beyond its borders to convene the hospitality industry in meeting the growing demand of consumers for green travel.

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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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Sustainability: from chatter to action

Special Events

Part 9 of our annual State of the Industry (SOI) report

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Revealing the Wonder of the Science Museum Corporate events team hosts a night of innovation and celebration

Prestige Events Magazine

The Science Museum welcomed over 50 clients on Wednesday 17 th April to an exclusive drinks reception in the Smith Centre and intimate dinner in Illuminate as part of a celebratory event designed to ‘reveal the wonder of the Science Museum’. The special event showcased the variety of versatile event spaces on offer, highlighting the option to exclusively hire the entire museum for a takeover event, as well as celebrating Illuminate’s 5 th birthday.

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Equinox Delivers Relaunch of Arnold Sports Festival UK to 120,000 Visitors

Exhibitor Magazine

The Arnold Sports Festival UK made a triumphant return to the NEC Birmingham over the weekend of March 15-17, 2024, boasting an impressive line-up of.

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