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Join me in Rome next week!

Conferences that Work

Join me in Rome next week (November 21 – 26)! On November 24 I’m leading a Masterclass at the 2023 Best Event Awards Festival. The topic? Creating and supporting meaningful participation at events. Here’s the entire program for November 24. There’s also an opportunity to meet with me in Studio Room 2 from 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM CET to explore questions and issues arising from the session or that weren’t addressed and tackle questions on how to solve your top-of-m

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True Partnership

EventMB

Skift Take: Eventgroove CEO Lance Trebesch believes in building great client relations through clear and fair pricing. He sees future events as sustainable, tech-augmented gatherings.

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OMEN Invites Fans to ‘Choose Fun’ with an RFID-powered Experience at Anime Expo

Event Marketer

“We wanted to show up in a place where we’re uniquely differentiated, and we saw that there is a huge overlap between people who game and watch anime. Given that Anime Expo is the largest North American anime conference, we thought it was a really great opportunity to show up as a gaming brand but also show up authentically to immerse ourselves in that culture.” -Aki Martin, Head of Marketing-North America Consumer PC & Gaming, HP OMEN’s cherry blossom “portal&#

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Hotels and Events: Negotiating The Best Terms

EventMB

Skift Take: Don’t be fooled by generic concessions and terms offered by hotels. Having the right negotiating strategy will save time and money.

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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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10 Ideas for Communicating Strategic Ideas Up the Ladder

MeetingsNet

Strategic thinking is one thing, but communicating those thoughts in ways that get listeners to understand your vision and see you as a leader is another. Here’s some advice. You may have innovative ideas for your events’ marketing, revenue model, or learning formats to achieve your organization’s goals. But to be known for strategy as well as execution, it’s critical to be able to communicate those ideas effectively.

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7 Ways Meeting Profs Can Maintain Their Sanity and Self-Care During the Holidays (Without Spiking the Eggnog)

Smart Meetings

Keep your well-being in check throughout your holiday planning Glorious colorful foliage, crisp breezes, and pumpkin spice, everything has signaled that the change of seasons is well underway. For meeting professionals, it also means the holidays are coming like a turbocharged reindeer on espresso. We all adore the festivities and merrymaking, but let’s face it—it’s that time of year when meeting and event profs are moving faster than Santa’s elves on roller blades and deadlines are

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How to Build Apps for Events With Zero Experience

Guidebook

As event organizers, we always strive to create memorable and seamless experiences for our attendees. But juggling all the moving parts – from schedules and maps to speaker bios and vendor info – can be a challenge. So how to build your own app? How can we effectively communicate important event details to attendees and enhance their on-site experience?

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CORT Events Announces Multiple Leadership Moves

Exhibitor Magazine

Gearing up for a busy trade show season in 2024, CORT Events is pleased to announce two important leadership moves with the promotions of Derek Argo a.

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How to build apps for events with zero experience

Guidebook

As event organizers, we always strive to create memorable and seamless experiences for our attendees. But juggling all the moving parts – from schedules and maps to speaker bios and vendor info – can be a challenge. So how to build your own app? How can we effectively communicate important event details to attendees and enhance their on-site experience?

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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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London Tea Exchange to launch Fair Pay Charter at 66 Portland Place

Prestige Events Magazine

RIBA at 66 Portland Place will host a special event on the morning of Tuesday 21 st November to launch the Fair Play Charter. The Charter has been conceived by Sheikh Aliur Rahman (OBE), Group Chairman of London Tea Exchange, supported by EP, and is designed to improve the living conditions and pay for all those who work on tea plantations around the world.

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budapest: the perfect event destination

SevenEvents

when it comes to hosting a corporate event, choosing the right location can make all the difference. budapest, the capital of hungary, has always been a best kept secret but is emerging as an increasingly popular destination for corporate events, from large conferences to incentive trips. here are several compelling reasons why you should consider budapest as your next corporate event destination. stunning architecture budapest’s architecture is a captivating blend of history and innovatio

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Political landscape and policy agenda discussed at The Business of Events: UK Policy Forum

Prestige Events Magazine

More than 170 delegates representing the UK government and the global business events, associations and education sectors, joined The Business of Events’ UK Policy Forum, which took place yesterday (08 November 2023) at IET London: Savoy Place in Westminster. The forum was an official event as part of the Department for Business and Trade’s International Trade Week.

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BMA House welcomes leading agencies and corporates to an evening of elegance and sustainability

Event Industry News

BMA House, the iconic venue in the heart of London’s Bloomsbury, welcomed more than 50 leading clients from both agencies and corporates for an evening curated to highlight its potential as a venue for sustainable dinners, receptions and awards ceremonies.

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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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Barbican appoints Jackie Boughton as Director of Commercial

Prestige Events Magazine

London’s Barbican Centre has appointed Jackie Boughton as Director of Commercial following nearly ten years as the venue’s Head of Business Events, the last year of which has seen her working as acting Director of Commercial. The Barbican’s Chief Executive Officer, Claire Spencer, commented: “Jackie has been leading the way as Head of Business Events since she joined in May 2014.

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Chorus launches Chorus Arts

Event Industry News

Creative agency, Chorus, has launched an innovative new arm of its business that draws on the team’s unique understanding of art-influenced experiences.

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Department for Business and Trade opens Made in the UK, Sold to the World Awards for 2024

Prestige Events Magazine

The Department for Business and Trade has opened its Made in the UK, Sold to the World Awards 2024 for entries, to recognise and celebrate the global trading success of small businesses from across the UK. The Awards, aimed at UK SMEs (with less than 250 staff) who trade internationally, covers ten industry categories which will be judged by a panel comprised of two DBT sector leads and independent panellist Marco Forgione, Director General at the Institute of Export & International Trade.

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U.S. Travel Hires Ishma Haider as Vice President, Group Travel

Exhibitor Magazine

WASHINGTON � The U.S. Travel Association announced today the addition of Ishma Haider as Vice President, Group Travel, a new position that will bolste.

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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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Twickenham Pick up Gold ECOsmart Accreditation

Prestige Events Magazine

Twickenham Stadium, the home of England rugby, has further underlined its sustainability credentials with the receipt of another accreditation, this time from Greengage through its ECOsmart initiative. The venue achieved Gold Standard from ECOsmart, with the accreditation joining other endorsements of the venue’s commitment to sustainable events, including, BS20121, ISO14001, and its own commitment to achieve net zero.

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Event Types for Your Strategy: Virtual, Hybrid, In-Person

Eventscase Blog

Simply put, event strategy is a company’s ability to develop a purposeful and data-informed events programme across all in-person, virtual, and hybrid events. Event strategy is the roadmap to what a company hopes to achieve with their meetings and events and how one would go about achieving that success. It is vitally important to select the right event type dependent on a company’s event strategy.

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Encouraging recovery trends are emerging, report the mia

Prestige Events Magazine

Positive trends in booking enquiries and long-term investment strategies demonstrate more confidence in the sector, according to the Meetings Industry Association (mia). The trade body’s latest quarterly mia Insights report reveals that between May and October 2023 organisations have seen conversion rates rise to 42% (up from 34.5% in May) while lead times have now risen from an average of 10.5 weeks to 15.2 weeks.

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Hot Girl Walk: Empowerment and Confidence on Austin's Streets

Kennedy

Thanks to our Fifth Street DMC Gen Z team members, we were recently introduced to this craze. This new trend is all about empowering women to embrace their inner power (aka hotness) and feel confident in their own skin. It’s not about anyone else’s gaze but your own. Given that our team is entirely female, along with nearly 60% of the event industry and over 50% of the hospitality industry powered by females – we set on a mission to host a summer hot girl walk for our industry friends here in Au

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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 leadership announced: IBTM welcomes Event Director for upcoming IBTM World 2023

Prestige Events Magazine

IBTM World is delighted to announce the appointment of Claudia Hall as its new Event Director ahead of the 2023 edition of its flagship global trade show. With over 14 years’ experience in the meetings and events industry, Claudia brings a wealth of knowledge, creativity and dynamism to the position. Taking the helm at the beginning of November, Claudia will assume responsibility for the management and final strategic planning of IBTM World which is returning to the iconic Fira de Barcelona from

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Event Planning in Austin: Pro Tips from the City's Leading DMC

Kennedy

Welcome to the vibrant city of Austin, where event planning is an art form! As Austin’s top destination management company, we have seen it all when it comes to planning events in this town. From intimate gatherings to large-scale galas, we have learned some essential do's and don'ts to ensure that your event is a success. Supporting Local vendors in austin When orchestrating an event in Austin, don't miss the opportunity to collaborate with our talented local vendors.

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Video: Inside OMEN’s Enchanting Booth at Anime Expo 2023

Event Marketer

OMEN made its debut at the 2023 Anime Expo, tapping into the overlap between gaming and anime fans with a three-room journey powered by RFID wristbands that invited attendees to discover their “Spirit of Fun”: Magic, Adventure or Play. The post Video: Inside OMEN’s Enchanting Booth at Anime Expo 2023 appeared first on Event Marketer.

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Austin Pride Parade: A Showcase of Inclusivity in Events

Kennedy

When we had the opportunity to participate in the Austin Pride Parade, it was a no-brainer for the Fifth Street team. We design experiences that bring people together, celebrating the essence of mankind, which is diverse by nature. Events bring people together, whether it's a corporate conference, a music festival, or a community gathering – and the Austin Pride Parade is no different, offering a heck of a good time for all!

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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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Reasons to Choose Custom Inflatable Replicas

Ins'Tent

Back to Inflatables Hub One of the most common uses of customizable inflatables is to market and represent a brand, product, or company. Custom inflatables can also be used for extra-special occasions and events. Why Should I Choose a Custom Inflatable Replica? An inflatable outside or in the middle of your business, booth, party, or venue makes a big statement, and the use of customization can make that statement all yours.

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Meet eventplanner.agency: your Social Media Powerhouse

eventplanner

In the rapidly evolving events world, it is essential to remain visible and active on social media. But what if you don't have the time or expertise to tackle this consistently? This is where eventplanner.

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Kim Addis Joins Dayton Convention and Visitors Bureau as Director of Sales and Services

Exhibitor Magazine

DAYTON � The Dayton Convention and Visitors Bureau (Dayton CVB) is pleased to announce that Kim Addis has joined the organization as its Director of Sal.

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