Conferences that Work

OCTOBER 21, 2024

I’ve not always agreed with Freeman’s Reports , but, if you’re in the meeting industry, Freeman’s Trends Report Q4 2024 is a must-read. “We’ve calibrated our research and confirmed our hypothesis: many organizers are operating on outdated definitions of attendee and exhibitor value. The good news? We’re here to help you speak the same language as your stakeholders and overcome the obstacles that prevent progress.

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EventMB

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Skift Take: A new generation of attendees will shape the incentive programs of the future driven by values like freedom, individuality and authenticity.

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The MICE

OCTOBER 21, 2024

The Frankfurt Airport Marriott Hotel and Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel & Conference Center represents the first dual-brand concept for Marriott International. Located at Frankfurt Airport, Europe’s busiest airport, it is also one of the largest airport hotels in Europe. Frankfurt Airport Marriott Hotel and Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel & Conference Center are located under one roof, so guests have added convenience for both their stay and events.

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EventMB

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Skift Take: Marriott is betting that Connect Responsibly is the right tool for planners pressured to showcase tangible environmental commitments for their events.

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Prestige Events Magazine

OCTOBER 21, 2024

The playing of an anthem by Welsh superstar Katherine Jenkins, OBE, at a ceremony in Asia will be the launchpad to Wales hosting a global culinary event in 2026, described as “a once in a generation opportunity”. Members of Team Wales, who led the winning bid to host the Worldchefs Congress & Expo 2026 at ICC Wales , Newport, will be flying out to Singapore for next week’s 40 th staging of the prestigious international event.

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Prestige Events Magazine

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Copper Box Arena, one of London’s high profile multi-use event venues, has announced a new strategic partnership with The Stratford Hotel, a luxury accommodation and hospitality destination. The ground-breaking partnership will deliver great value to event organisers and attendees at Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park. The partnership means event organisers and guests at Copper Box Arena, which is managed by GLL, a charitable social enterprise and worker-owned cooperative operating under the community

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Event Industry News

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Last week, the Global Good Awards (GGA) took place at BMA House. It was BMA House’s seventh year either in-person or virtually (due to COVID) hosting the major event. The GGA honours businesses, NGOs, charities, and social enterprises across the globe for their groundbreaking work in sustainability and ethical leadership.

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PCMA Convene

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Compared to last year’s Meetings Market Survey, almost twice as many event organizer respondents to this year’s survey are including sustainability requirements in their RFPs. There was a backlash against ESG investment and climate change regulation in the U.S. last year, “with similar examples of watering down or postponement of sustainability-related regulation in some parts of Europe,” according to the most recent issue of Arthur D.

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Prestige Events Magazine

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Specialist full-service marketing agency for the events industry, Patch Marketing, has launched Octoplus – an innovative new channel management product. The solution has been designed to overcome the challenges many venues face in maintaining their directory listings and keeping profile content up to date. Jackson Clark, Managing Director at Patch explains: “When Patch formed in 2010 there were just seven venue directory websites for clients to be featured on.

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Exhibitor Magazine

OCTOBER 21, 2024

PARIS � UFI, The Global Association of the Exhibition Industry, has unveiled the programme for the 91st Global Congress, which will take place from 2.

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Prestige Events Magazine

OCTOBER 21, 2024

As part of its ongoing journey towards a more sustainable future, Wyboston Lakes Resort has announced its commitment to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). This major step forward in their ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) strategy reaffirms its dedication to tackling climate change and achieving Net Zero emissions across all areas of the business.

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Event Marketer

OCTOBER 21, 2024

30 Brand-side Event Marketers Changing the Game for Us All—One Event at a Time The event industry has always been, by definition, a people business. And what our people are seeing is that certain people at certain brands are making big lifts for their companies and, as a result, for the entire industry. There are change agents among us, y’all, and they don’t subscribe to the status quo.

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EventSource

OCTOBER 21, 2024

One of the most important steps in your wedding planning journey is figuring out when should wedding invitations be sent out. It’s more than just a formality timing can influence how smoothly your day unfolds and how many guests can actually make it. Whether you’re planning a grand celebration or a more intimate destination wedding, sending out your invitations at the right time ensures that your loved ones have enough notice to join in on your special day.

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Exhibitor Magazine

OCTOBER 21, 2024

DALLAS, TX � Freeman, the global leader in events, is pleased to announce it has once again been recognized by J.D. Power for its outstanding exhibi.

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Event Industry News

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Event industry professionals raised more than £36,000 for charitable foundation Meeting Needs last Sunday by joining 16,000 others to run 13 miles through London’s royal parks.

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Exhibitor Magazine

OCTOBER 21, 2024

We are pleased to announce that Samantha Wilson has joined Two Eighteen, a leading design and build agency based in Las Vegas, NV, as our new Executiv.

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Prestige Events Magazine

OCTOBER 21, 2024

The Global Good Awards (GGA) took place at BMA House recently. It was BMA House’s seventh year either in-person or virtually (due to COVID) hosting the major event. The GGA honours businesses, NGOs, charities, and social enterprises across the globe for their groundbreaking work in sustainability and ethical leadership. Founded in 2015, GGA made its mark by rewarding leaders who achieve tangible, real-world impact that is both scalable and replicable.

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Exhibitor Magazine

OCTOBER 21, 2024

SAN DIEGO, CA � Environmental Lights, a leader in LED lighting solutions, and City Theatrical, a global expert in entertainment lighting technology,

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Prestige Events Magazine

OCTOBER 21, 2024

The Honorary Artillery Company (HAC) has recently recruited four talented professionals who have joined the award-winning venue in various roles across events management and sales. The new team members are already playing a key role in driving the HAC’s growth, enhancing event delivery, and expanding the company’s reach in the marketplace. Carlos Martín Hijano has taken up the role of Events Manager, overseeing the preparation and supervision of a diverse range of events across the HAC estate, i

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Exhibitor Magazine

OCTOBER 21, 2024

New York City � THE NEW YORK CITY TOURISM + CONVENTIONS BOARD OF DIRECTORS TODAY ANNOUNCED its selection of Julie Coker as President and CEO. She wil.

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Prestige Events Magazine

OCTOBER 21, 2024

A boutique Warwickshire hotel is celebrating one year since launching a series of inclusive initiatives that have made it more diverse and accessible than ever – ensuring every guest through its doors feels valued. Over the past 12 months, Billesley Manor Hotel and Spa , near Stratford-upon-Avon, has woven inclusivity and accessibility into its core offering, implementing services that aim to offer luxury, meaningful experiences to those with special requirements – including guests with dementia

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rsvpBOOK

OCTOBER 21, 2024

At rsvpBOOK, we understand that flexibility is key when managing event registrations. That’s why we’re excited to introduce Customizable Registration Revisions—a game-changing feature that puts you in complete control of post-registration updates.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Hawai’i is at a crossroads. It needs tourism, including groups, but its residents—especially but not only Native Hawaiians—have been increasingly upset about overtourism and degradation of the state’s fragile environment and treasured cultural sites. The aftermath of the tragic West Maui wildfire only sharpened divides. What to do? Hawai’i Tourism Authority (HTA) has a new answer for bridging these divides and building trust: Qurator , a certification program for the widest possible swath of vi

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Prestige Events Magazine

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Following a bumper year, The Chameleon Agency today announced a 100% increase in turnover year on year and a new appointment to the team Content Creator, Amber Thurstan. Amber has been brought into the Content & Creative team to produce and oversee all content delivered across all the agency’s own communication platforms and client projects. With a media background and a keen eye for detail Amber has great credentials.

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PCMA Convene

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Governments and nonprofits are stepping up their efforts to provide tools and resources for both calculating and making the public aware of the risks of extreme heat. Heat stress is the No. 1 weather-related cause of death , according to the World Health Organization — killing more people in the U.S. most years than hurricanes, floods, and tornadoes combined.

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Eventsforce

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Earlier this year, we told you that there’s nothing special about event apps. While that’s a conviction that we here at Eventsforce still certainly stand by, we also recognise that this absolute view doesn’t leave a lot of room for contemplation, consideration, or — most importantly — the opportunity to give a voice to some of those fundamental burning questions that you, as an event planner, might still have about event apps.

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Certain

OCTOBER 21, 2024

When it comes to event marketing, engaging with prospects and customers hinges on whether or not your event content actually resonates with your attendees. The content you provide plays a crucial role in ensuring your event is meaningful, memorable, and most importantly, delivers business results. Whether you’re hosting virtual, in-person, or hybrid events, well-planned event […] The post 3 Steps to Creating Event Content that Drives Business Results appeared first on Certain, Inc.

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Click & Pledge

OCTOBER 21, 2024

As Giving Tuesday and year-end giving approaches, nonprofits need tools to maximize their fundraising efforts. That’s why Click & Pledge is excited to unveil intelliBooster and Recurring Updater. Both with help your nonprofit maximize donations and streamline updating donor recurring information. Additionally, we have some new Click & Pay Suite updates we are excited to share with you!

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