EventMB

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Skift Take: Despite skepticism from critics, proponents argue convention centers are vital economic drivers that support local businesses, tourism, and hospitality industries.

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Attendease

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Picture this: You’ve just landed your dream role in event planning, and your first major project is right around the corner. The excitement is real, but so is the pressure to deliver a great event. With countless moving parts, deadlines, and stakeholders to manage, where do you even begin? This is where an event planning workback schedule can help!

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Conferences that Work

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Event attendees need to be aware of the growing trend of unannounced use of facial analysis technology at meetings. And if you plan to attend the International Association of Exhibitions and Events [IAEE] ‘s December 2024 Expo! Expo! , you should read this post. As recently reported by MeetingsNet , Expo! Expo! “will offer all exhibitors access to Zenus AI’s facial-analysis technology after a limited rollout at the 2023 [show]” However, MeetingsNet also includes the following s

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NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Cvent CONNECT Europe, one of the region’s largest meetings, events and hospitality technology conferences, hosted by Cvent, brought together thousands of industry professionals both in-person in London and online last week for three days of networking, education and hands-on technology training.

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Eventtia

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Event management is more than just planning events; it’s about creating memorable, engaging experiences that align with an organization’s goals. Whether you’re organizing consumer events, corporate events, virtual conferences, or hybrid networking events and trade shows, effective event management can lead to brand visibility, meaningful connections, and lasting impressions.

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EventMB

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Skift Take: A recent Cvent webinar revealed top trends for meetings, including choosing booking patterns that allow attendees to extend over a weekend and warm-weather destinations so they can be outdoors.

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EventSource

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Ava and Mark’s wedding in downtown Toronto was a perfect mix of simplicity and charm. Their love story is down-to-earth and genuine, much like their wedding day. With an urban chic ambiance and exposed brick, the Storys Building provided the ideal setting for their dream fall celebration. Ava and Mark wanted something minimalist yet warm, and this venue delivered exactly that.

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Conferences that Work

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

10 years ago, I pointed out that most meetings are small meetings. It seems the meeting industry is finally catching on to this reality and its benefits. Yes, s mall is the new big ! From eSpeakers ‘ report on IMEX America 2024 : “ Small is the new big. Smaller meetings, known by industry experts as micro events, continue strong growth. Simpler internal team meetings, VIP events, and client advisory boards will be among the most common types of meetings as we go forward.

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Event Industry News

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Expocast is thrilled to announce its new partnership with B1G1, a global organisation that connects businesses with high-impact giving initiatives. This partnership marks a significant step in Expocast’s commitment to integrating social responsibility into its core business operations, creating tangible positive impacts around the world.

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StraussCA

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Attracting and maintaining sponsors is crucial for the financial sustainability of any association, but it’s no easy task. Not only do association leaders need to identify potential sponsors, but they must also ensure that the sponsorship packages offered are flexible enough to fit a range of budgets—whether it’s a budget for a small local business or a large corporation.

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MeetingsNet

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

One healthcare-conference organizer recently discovered the range of wellness activities that can take place on site—and her attendees are already clamoring for more. Yes, almost everybody has stress in their work. But not many have a life-and-death type of job pressure. Attendees of the Healthcare Advocate Summit are among that high-stress group, according to Melissa Paige, co-CEO of the four-year-old summit held each September.

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EventMB

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Skift Take: Completing registrations, collecting sponsorship materials, and communicating updates to exhibitors adds time and resources to planners with already-filled plates. Stova’s new platform aims to improve the experience for exhibitors and planners.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Imagine crafting an event like preparing a Thanksgiving dinner, where every ingredient, every dish, and every seat at the table has been considered with intention and care. Today, the events industry is cooking up something different—a transformation fueled by deeper human connection, inclusivity, and a touch of technological magic. Just as a homemade meal draws us together in a celebration of our shared stories and individuality, events in 2025 will bring people together in ways that honor the

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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

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NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Still from the 1995 movie “Leaving Las Vegas” of alcoholic Hollywood screenwriter Ben Sanderson (Nicolas Cage) sitting in a Las Vegas cocktail lounge, staring at a Martini as he drinks himself into oblivion. On November 14, 2024, I said goodbye to Twitter Like hundreds of thousands of users in the weeks following the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, I decided it was time to leave Twitter.

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Event Marketer

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

ION, a TV network known for its crime and justice procedural programming, recently underwent a rebrand, that not only updated its color palette and key art, but also added a slate of women’s sports. What started with broadcasting WNBA games has grown to include the NWSL, accessible to fans without a paywall. To reintroduce ION as a robust entertainment network and continue building its community of sports fans, the brand staged a multipronged campaign that kicked off at Advertising Week New York

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StraussCA

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Planning a multi-day trade show can feel like a balancing act—there’s a lot to manage, from educational sessions to networking and logistics. But when everything falls into place, it’s incredibly rewarding. The key is to stay organized, keep it fun, and ensure that attendees leave feeling like they gained real value. Here are a few strategies that work wonders for a successful event. 1.

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Prestige Events Magazine

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

London hotel group, The Wesley, has recently achieved ECOSmart gold Accreditation following an in-depth examination process that was conducted by Greengage, an organisation that supports hospitality businesses on their individual sustainability journeys. The accreditation process involved a survey that closely examined five key areas, including Energy & Water Conservation, Waste Management & Recycling, Rooms & Facilities, Food & Beverage, and Corporate & Social Responsibility

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EventMB

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Skift Take: Independent planners are looking beyond their industry associations for the resources and connections they need to build their small businesses.

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Event Industry News

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Temporary inflatable event structure specialist, Evolution Dome, is set to return to Event Sustainability Live which will run alongside Event Tech Live (ETL) at ExCeL London on November 20-21, 2024.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

I am grateful every day for the busy hospitality leaders who take the time to share their success secrets with the Smart Meetings Community on the What One Thing? podcast. I have learned so much this year about everything from relationships to the power of persistence and what the next generation of event prof needs to stay engaged. I asked these event thought leaders for their approach to gratitude during the holiday season and all year long.

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Event Marketer

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

The Formula 1 United States Grand Prix is known for serving up a quintessential Texas experience, with cowboy hats and boots sported in the stands, barbecue cooking on the grill, drivers riding horses into the paddock and the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders performing on track ahead of the race start. An estimated 400,000-plus fans attended the race weekend, Oct. 18-20, at the Circuit of the Americas (COTA), and beyond taking in the 20 racecars going full send for 56 laps, they ventured out to take

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Did you know that 4 out of 5 consumers use local search and 88% use smartphones for those searches? With that in mind, I think it's safe to say your online presence is the silver bullet of your business. Think about the revenue you could be missing by not prioritizing local search optimization. Fortunately, there are a handful of steps you can take right now that will immediately impact your business's pace in local search, and we're happy to share them.

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The MICE

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Everyone knows Stuttgart as the birthplace of mobility and a powerhouse in the automotive industry. But there’s much more to this dynamic destination. Stuttgart is constantly evolving, offering a unique setting for hosting business events. In this blog post, I’ll showcase the unique opportunities Stuttgart offers for your event, from hotels and venues to experiences, all with sustainability woven into the event planning process.

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Prestige Events Magazine

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

The Meetings Show , the UK’s leading event that brings together the world’s meetings and events community, is calling for innovators and industry experts to submit their game-changing ideas and insights for the 2025 show. Can you confidently talk about the future of event marketing? Are you bursting with top tips for improving well-being in the industry?

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EventMB

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

Skift Take: Monique Ruff-Bell exemplifies leadership at TED rooted in strategic vision, emotional intelligence, and bold thinking. She balances vision with empathy, inspiring others.

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Event Industry News

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

AEG Europe has today announced that its 2024 London festival series has achieved coveted certification from not-for-profit sustainability specialists A Greener Future (AGF). American Express Presents BST Hyde Park has been awarded the Greener Festival Highly Commended Certification, with All Points East accredited in the Commended category.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

In some workplaces, gratitude can feel forced or disingenuous. You’ve probably seen those awkward team meetings where everyone scrambles to say something “nice,” it feels more like a chore than a meaningful interaction. No wonder some leaders question whether appreciation can impact business success. But gratitude isn’t just about making people feel good—it’s a leadership superpower.

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Stova

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Take Your Event Marketing to the Next Level – Discover Proven Strategies to Drive Early Registrations and Maximize ROI With event registrations trending later in the planning cycle, event professionals are facing unique challenges: securing room blocks, finalizing F&B, and meeting attendance goals with limited time and budgets. In this on-demand webinar, industry experts share the latest marketing tactics that not only increase attendee numbers but do so when it matters most —early in the p

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StraussCA

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

One thing I’ve come to realize in my line of work is that an engaged and organized volunteer committee is a happy volunteer committee. You’ll find many personality types within these committees, some volunteers are eager to share their ideas and get started on to-do’s, others may be the more silently passionate types who need a bit of encouragement to share in meetings.

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