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FEBRUARY 22, 2023
An Excel spreadsheet full of data on ticket sales, budget, and registration information can be an incredibly helpful resource as you plan your event. By using Excel for your event planning, you’ll discover it’s more than a simple event checklist. It’s a versatile application with plenty of tools to help with event management.
Event Marketer
FEBRUARY 13, 2023
From Sober October to Dry January to the booming sober-curious movement , a fast-growing number of consumers are aspiring to lead more balanced lifestyles by cutting down on booze. And savvy marketers are carving out time and space within their events and activations to ensure that those riding the alcohol-free wagon feel comfortable, welcome and seen.
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Attendease
FEBRUARY 15, 2023
It’s no secret that event costs are on the rise. Naturally, organizations are searching for ways to reduce costs without sacrificing the quality or engagement they have become known for. Achieving this might be easier than you think. You no longer need to do everything manually nor rely on a large suite of costly digital tools to achieve a great event.
EventSource
FEBRUARY 14, 2023
If you were hoping to lose yourself in a wedding that has an elegant dinner party vibe with the prettiest colour palette and the most charming personal details, you’re in luck! Lisa and Francesco’s big day at the Terrace Banquet Centre had it all. The couple met at high school in the same art class, and while Francesco first showed interest in Lisa, Lisa wasn’t interested.
Speaker: Aja Bradley Kemp, Founder & Chief Experience Officer at Conversate Collective
In a world where every brand is vying for attention, how do you make your events stand out? ✨ From creative swag strategies to immersive brand experiences, the key lies in fostering real connections that inspire action and leave a lasting impression. Whether you're planning a large-scale conference or an exclusive executive gathering, this session will explore how to elevate event engagement, strengthen brand perception, and maximize ROI.
Conferences that Work
FEBRUARY 6, 2023
As I write this, we are entering the fourth year of the COVID-19 pandemic which has been responsible for millions of deaths and long-term disabilities. Many more people are going to die and contract Long COVID. In addition, most current events are still dangerous to attend for people with disabilities and certain chronic illnesses. Under the circumstances, it’s shocking that the meeting industry has developed no widely-accepted standards for safer events.
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FEBRUARY 23, 2023
Creating a workshop? Here’s how to turn your workshop plan into an experience that educates, motivates, and inspires attendees.
Event Marketer
FEBRUARY 1, 2023
Spencer Sherman, VP-Live Content and Events at FaZe Clan; Nick Garrett, Director, GDX Studios Superfans are willing to follow the brands and properties they love across the country, the world, and now, into exciting and challenging new frontiers for marketers, like the metaverse. And with the rise of niche passions, crisscrossing passions, the opportunities to align with new partners and transform your brand’s “fan base” into “a superfan base” are growing.
Prestige Events Magazine
FEBRUARY 21, 2023
The Eastside Rooms has continued in its commitments to supporting inclusion within events, with the launch of a guide for organisers catering for delegations with accessibility needs, from physical to sensory, at the venue. The booklet is intended to break down some of the barriers that marginalised delegates feel when deciding to attend events, especially if they have motor issues or impairments in sight or hearing.
EventSource
FEBRUARY 8, 2023
Suffice to say 2022 was quite the boom year for the wedding planning industry. Once things opened up (but for realzies this time), the industry was essentially tasked with juggling two years worth of weddings into one. Hectic days, long nights, and plenty of coffee ensued for your friendly neighbourhood event vendors. We wouldn’t have had it any other way.
Speaker: Alexa Acosta, Director of Growth Marketing & B2B Marketing Leader
Marketing is evolving at breakneck speed—new tools, AI-driven automation, and changing buyer behaviors are rewriting the playbook. With so many trends competing for attention, how do you cut through the noise and focus on what truly moves the needle? In this webinar, industry expert Alexa Acosta will break down the most impactful marketing trends shaping the industry today and how to turn them into real, revenue-generating strategies.
EventMB
FEBRUARY 22, 2023
Skift Take: Move over yoga. New wellness trends like forest bathing, sound healing, and equine experiences are becoming part of today’s meeting agendas.
Smart Meetings
FEBRUARY 27, 2023
Do you need to find new monetary sources for conferences, conventions and trade shows? While sponsorships have been prevalent for a long time, further information about the popularity of digital and print options might surprise you. This blog won’t only address revenue initiatives but also cost-cutting measures. Research Finds Sponsorships Are Still Relevant According to a 2019 report from the Center for Exhibition Industry Research ( CEIR ) of 200 show executives and 728 exhibitors, spons
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FEBRUARY 20, 2023
When writing a subject line for an invitation email, the goal is to pique your attendees’ interest. Subject lines for event invitations should be brief, informative, and intriguing. You should provide just enough details that the recipient will want to open up the email and learn more.
Event Marketer
FEBRUARY 27, 2023
EYE CAR E by SYLVANIA experts replaced participating cars’ headlight bulbs and guided attendees through the DIY process. Car headlights illuminate roads at night or in bad weather, but if they become dim or foggy, it can create a safety issue. So just like eyes get routine health checkups, headlights need regular maintenance to preserve visibility. Automotive lighting brand SYLVANIA ran with this analogy to educate drivers by launching an “eye exam” pop-up experience one evening in January for c
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Prestige Events Magazine
FEBRUARY 7, 2023
Wyboston Lakes Resort will mark 40 years of trading from its site in Bedfordshire this year with several events and activities. Purchased in September 1983, the 380-acre site in Bedfordshire featured a fledgling golf course at the time. The founder, Peter Hutchinson created Wyboston Lakes Resort to form part of an already successful portfolio of businesses.
EventSource
FEBRUARY 23, 2023
You’re going to swoon over Ariane and Sam’s luxurious wedding. The big day held at The Pearle Hotel & Spa was nothing short of awe-inspiring. Thanks to opulent florals and elegant details, along with their breathtaking views, the couple–with the help of their planner Events By Moi absolutely nailed tasteful glamour. The beautiful bride and her gorgeous bridesmaids were right on trend with their luxe looks.
EventMB
FEBRUARY 9, 2023
Skift Take: Despite evidence that attendees today have different priorities, business events have largely returned to the same formats as before the Covid pandemic. As organizers look to adapt to a new reality, industry leaders share their thoughts on the trade shows of the future.
Smart Meetings
FEBRUARY 7, 2023
You can be the best event planner in the world and have wonderful clients who love you, but none of that will matter if you don’t have a solid team of vendors to work with. Vendors and planners need each other. A planner without a vendor cannot produce an event. Period. We each play our role to bring an event to life so we need to be on good terms and work well together for the sake of the client’s event and our industry as a whole.
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FEBRUARY 14, 2023
Earth Day is an annual call to dedicate ourselves to environmental protection. Each year’s Earth Day focuses on a different topic, and the theme for 2023 is climate change. April 22 may only be one day on the calendar, but with these event ideas, you can set the tone for sustainability year-round.
Event Marketer
FEBRUARY 20, 2023
The Arizona Super Bowl Host Committee and partner 160over90 installed a 44-foot-tall cactus outfitted with animated LED lights at the Super Bowl Experience. Super Bowl 57 at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, AZ, was an affair to remember, from the Kansas City Chiefs clinching a victory over the Philadelphia Eagles in the final minutes of the game, to Apple Music replacing Pepsi as the halftime show sponsor and unleashing Rihanna after a four-year hiatus, to Tubi pranking us all into thinking someo
Prestige Events Magazine
FEBRUARY 7, 2023
For the past several years, White Light (WL) has worked closely with Culture Creative and Sony Music to supply the lighting and technical support for their renowned Christmas trails. Taking place at much-loved and famous locations across the UK, the trails feature trees and woodland drenched in Christmas colour, shimmering waterside reflections, tunnels of light as well as fire gardens.
EventSource
FEBRUARY 9, 2023
You’ll love this magical and whimsical wedding at Casa Loma ! Erin and Chris first met on a student association event at school, and after exchanging numbers, their love story began. For Christmas in 2019, the couple took a trip with Erin’s mom at New York City to celebrate their anniversary — and to Erin’s surprise, a proposal! Their special day took place at the fabulous Casa Loma and was inspired by Van Gogh’s The Starry Night , complete with celestial decor and vibes, all
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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
EventMB
FEBRUARY 2, 2023
Skift Take: Creating fully carbon-neutral trade shows may still be a mirage, but exhibitors wanting to cut their carbon emissions can now realistically do so. Here is one example of how to be a green exhibitor.
Smart Meetings
FEBRUARY 28, 2023
ESPA President Jacquelyn Denise Reid on how hospitality can expand the definition of inclusive Celebrating the contributions of more than 13% of the U.S. population to the meetings industry and the world is something that needs to be done year-round. We thought a good way to mark the month would be to ask Jacquelyn Denise Reid, area event planning manager with Hyatt Centric French Quarter Hotel and Eliza Jane Hotel; president of Event Service Professionals Association (ESPA) and 2022 Smart Women
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FEBRUARY 23, 2023
You put countless hours into your event — of course you want proof that your time has been well spent. Here’s how to measure your event ROI and tell whether the investment was worth it.
Event Marketer
FEBRUARY 13, 2023
The automotive sector’s presence at CES continues to grow, with nearly 300 exhibitors in the dedicated West Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center at this year’s event, Jan. 5-8, making it one of the largest auto shows in the world. What’s more, automotive and mobility innovations extended beyond the West Hall as concept cars, EVs, connected vehicles and autonomous mobility took center stage at several booths belonging to companies not traditionally seen in the auto space.
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Prestige Events Magazine
FEBRUARY 7, 2023
The Barbican has appointed two new team members to support growth across its Business Events team. The new starters’ arrival has coincided with the venue achieving AIM Gold Accreditation for the 9 th year in a row. Natasha St Lawrence who has taken on the role of Account Manager moved over from the Barbican’s catering partner, Searcys, where she had already come to know and understand the venue.
Velvet Chainsaw
FEBRUARY 27, 2023
Credit: iStock Event organizers are feeling the pinch as industry suppliers, venues and transportation companies rebound from the pandemic. Travel costs are rising due to strong demand (led by the leisure sector). Following are considerations gathered from industry media, meetings market surveys and anecdotal reports from Velvet Chainsaw Consulting clients.
EventMB
FEBRUARY 15, 2023
Skift Take: Bad icebreakers feel like forced summer camp activities, while good icebreakers are the seeds of amazing friendships, business partnerships, and more. To help you break the ice in the best possible way, we’ve gathered 48 of the best business networking icebreakers.
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