Conferences that Work

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Event planners often overlook the importance of attendee conversations. Why does this happen? For a clue, read this AT&T advertisement promoting telephones in the 1900’s! A 1909 AT&T advertisement that promotes the telephone as broadcast & messaging technology. The_Implement_Of_The_Nation Here’s Kevin Kelly’s analysis of what AT&T totally missed about how telephones could be used. “Advertisements at the beginning of the last century tried to sell hesitant

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Event Marketer

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

In a dark ballroom at The Venetian Expo in Las Vegas, a spark of light streams across the screens. The host, actor Anthony Mackie, approaches center stage and holds up an item: Panasonics story began over a century ago with thisthe double socket. This is the spark that ignited decades of innovation and passion, comfort and connection, to every corner of the globe.

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Prestige Events Magazine

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Giles Perry is a driving force behind the Ideal Home Show , who has been leading the show for over 15 years, expanding its reach to include Spring and Christmas editions, as well as the Eat & Drink Festival, and The Cake & Bake Show. The Ideal Home Show, in partnership with La Redoute, which has been a cornerstone of British culture since 1908, is set to return to Olympia London from 21 st March to 6 th April 2025.

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EventSource

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

Some love stories deserve a stage as grand as their tale, and BK and Colleen found theirs at the Hockey Hall of Fame. Set in the iconic Esso Great Hall , surrounded by the gleaming Stanley Cup and walls lined with hockey history, their wedding combined romance with an unmistakable reverence for the sport that brought them together. Designed Dream Events ensured the event flowed seamlessly, while Element Event Solutions added an artistic touch and personal flair to the space, with every corner te

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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.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Hosts Global Forum convened in Athens to celebrate ferocious creativity Destination Management Companies (DMCs) embody a wealth of resources for planners, helping with access for everything from transportation and entertainment to decor and gifting. They are strategic partners who can help build a program based on client goals and budgets. All of that was on display this week in Greece at the historic Hotel Grande Bretagne Athens as partners and clients gathered for Hosts Global Forum.

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FEBRUARY 3, 2025

The future of experiential marketing is here! In 2025, brands will redefine audience engagement with AI-driven personalization, authentic storytelling, and community-first experiences. In-person events are back in high demand, offering meaningful human connections. Meanwhile, immersive technologies like AR/VR and AI influencers will create unforgettable, scalable interactions.

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Event Marketer

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

Event Marketer’s 2025 B-to-B Dream has been unveiled. Each month, we’re sitting down with one of our all-stars to talk trends, best practices, and all things uniquely b-to-b. Valerie Strehle, Senior Director-Global Events, Workiva When an event organization operates under the code name GSD, or Get S**t Done, you know it has some serious momentum behind it.

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Prestige Events Magazine

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

– Brand to Launch S Guide as part of wider ESG Conversation Lime Venue Portfolio will be bringing a Kitchen Disco concept to International Confex (26-27 February) as it looks to continue a conversation with event organisers around ESG, and specifically around social and community impact programs at events. As well as contributing to the events content through its sponsorship of the People & Culture theatre, delivering two educational sessions, and convening a specialist roundtable at

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EventSource

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Joanna and Calvin envisioned a wedding that was bold, elegant, and full of warmth. With a stunning palette of deep reds and shimmering golds, their celebration exuded romance and sophistication! Casa Loma , with its grand architecture and timeless charm, was the perfect venue for their unforgettable day. Mango Studios captured stunning photographs, while Maven Films documented the heartfelt emotions on video.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Wherever you go, these new and renovated hotels offer the sense of place youre looking for. Three unique destinations, each with their own charm. Three new and renovated hotels, ideal for small to mid-size meetings and committed to bringing that destination to life. From The Biggest Little City to the Atlantic Ocean, and a historic gem in-between, your next meeting destination awaits.

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EventMB

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

Skift Take: A senior planner who lost her job twice decided to channel the challenges of her unemployment journey into an online support group for fellow planners.

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Conferences that Work

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

The corporate-owned platforms we rely on for professional and personal communities are increasingly failing to meet our needs. Major social media networks have become saturated with advertisements, data mining, and algorithmic controls that hinder authentic engagement. This shift poses significant threats to the integrity and autonomy of our online interactions.

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Event Marketer

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

FIVE THINGS TO KNOW THIS WEEK This weeks hot takes on hot topics in experiential cover data banks, Teddy Takeovers and scenes from the South Beach Wine & Food Festival. VITA COCO TAUNTS POPPI WITH A LOW-BUDGET VENDING MACHINE You know we cant resist a good brand trolling moment, so our hats go off to coconut water brand Vita Coco and its strategically low-budget vending machine experience that took place in New York last week.

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Speaker: Jennifer Hodroge, Omni-Channel Strategic Leader, Forrester CX Certified

Marketers know that personalization is the key to engagement—but with limited budgets and time, how do you prioritize what, where, and how to personalize? Aligning your content, campaigns, and buyer experiences requires a deep understanding of customer needs. In this new webinar with expert Jennifer Hodroge, we’ll explore how to leverage insights and customer journey mapping to build personalization strategies that deliver real impact.

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Prestige Events Magazine

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

International Womens Day 2025 is calling for all to #AccelerateAction for gender equality. We hear from inspiring leaders from the hospitality and events industry on what this means to them, how they are taking action in their organisations and what further changes theyd like to see in order to #AccelerateAction. I celebrate the strength, resilience and innovation of women around the world, especially in business.

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EventSource

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Love has a way of bringing two souls together in the most beautiful harmony, and Angel and Michaels wedding was a perfect reflection of that enchantment. From the very first glance to the moment, they said I do, every detail of their wedding told a story of dreams fulfilled, promises made, and a future as bright as the sun that blessed their perfect day.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

As a luxury hotel sales director, youve seen how increasingly sophisticated meeting planners are becoming in their venue selection. Here are three pivotal trends that are transforming how premium properties can differentiate themselves and deliver exceptional value. Takeaway Tip: Suppliers who embrace these trends and market them effectively in their RFPs, proposals, and promotional materials will stand out as trusted partners for meeting planners. 1.

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EventMB

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Skift Take: Wordly CEO Lakshman Rathnam highlights the growing demand for live translation in meetings and events, emphasizing how AI and automation are transforming efficiency, scalability, and accessibility to better serve diverse global audiences and attendees.

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PCMA Convene

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

In a world overflowing with noise and endless options, an event that strikes an emotional chord stands out. Ive always been interested in how emotion can spur someone to action how the exact right words can inspire someone to make a change to their life, how hearing a story that tugs at the heartstrings can open someone up to make a donation to a cause, and how understanding why a piece of legislation threatens their livelihood can get even the most uninvolved person to call their local represe

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Event Marketer

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

This year marked New Orleans 11 th time hosting the Super Bowltying with Miami for the most NFL Championship gamesand, as expected, the Big Easy certainly showed it knows how to party. What else would we expect from the home of Mardi Gras? Local food, music, architecture and traditions shined through the events and experiences presented around the city ahead of Super Bowl LIX on Feb. 9, which saw the Philadelphia Eagles deny the Kansas City Chiefs a three-peat with a dominant win.

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Prestige Events Magazine

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

The Barbican, in partnership with caterer Searcys is offering event planners the opportunity to escape the hustle of the City this summer and immerse their guests in the lush surroundings of its tropical Conservatory. Nestled in the heart of London and home to over 1,500 species of exotic plants, this unique venue provides an inspiring backdrop for corporate and association events.

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EventSource

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

As their magical day unfolded, Kelsey and Darcy shimmered with pure love and bliss, filling the air with a sense of joy that touched the hearts of those who came to witness their wedding celebration at The Royal Conservatory. Thanks to Leann Weston Photography behind the lens, every moment of their day was beautifully preserved, turning them into lasting memories.

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Speaker: Jam Khan, SVP, Product Marketing at ZoomInfo & guest speaker Amy Hawthorne, Principal Analyst from Forrester

Buying signals extend well beyond intent. They give go-to-market teams the chance to know everything about their customers. With buying signals, they can reach more customers and win more deals. Join Jam Khan, SVP, Product Marketing of ZoomInfo and guest speaker Amy Hawthorne, Principal Analyst from Forrester for this new webinar where you'll find out how marketing teams operate more efficiently and sales teams close more business when they act on buying signals, not just intent!

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Stand out from the competition by giving planners exactly what they wanteven before they ask! 1. A Lightning-Fast RFP Response Planners are often juggling multiple deadlines. Responding quickly (and thoroughly) to their RFP makes a strong first impression. Bonus points if you include a few tailored recommendations based on their event details. 2. Transparent Pricing Without Surprises Nothing derails trust faster than unexpected fees.

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EventMB

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

Skift Take: Many destinations still separate blended travel into distinct categories: Theres business time and leisure time before or after the meeting or event. But in reality, this isnt how meeting attendees view their trips. Visit Atlantic City is making major changes to deliver a more unified experience and challenge the traditional boundaries between work and play.

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PCMA Convene

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

If a campaign underperforms, making changes in real time ensures efficiency and effectiveness. If theres one word that sums up the best approach to handling social-media uncertainty especially organic social its diversification. Just as with an investment portfolio, diversification is critical to mitigating risk and maximizing opportunity. But its not only about using multiple platforms, its about how they are used.

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Event Marketer

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Event Marketer, the leading information resource on face-to-face marketing, announced today it would be extending its media partnership with the industrys leading authority on event measurement and analytics, the Experiential Marketing Measurement Coalition. The year-long collaboration will provide experiential marketers with important tools and resources designed to help them track and measure the success of their events.

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Prestige Events Magazine

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Butlins has announced the appointment of Ervina Kiezaite as the new National Sales Manager for Conferences & Events. With over 12 years of experience in sales, events, and marketing, Ervina is set to lead the continued growth of Butlins Conference & Events across its three resorts in Bognor Regis, Skegness, and Minehead. Ervina joins Butlins from Clermont Hotel Group, where she successfully worked in Sales and Marketing for more than four years.Her wealth of expertise in delivering high-

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EventSource

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

If youre looking for wedding inspo, this ones got it all. Youwen and Qiushis wedding at Hotel X Toronto was such an amazing day! Fleur Weddings really nailed it with the planning and design, making everything come together effortlessly, and LaMemoir Wedding Photography did an incredible job capturing every moment. The day kicked off with Youwen and Qiushi getting ready for their most-awaited celebration.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

Earlier this month, Melbourne played host to AIME (Asia Pacific Incentives and Meetings Event) 2025its been called the IMEX of APAC at Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre. The event broke previous records by drawing over 4,500 attendees and 675 exhibitors, all while leveraging an AI-powered meeting matching platform thats been fine-tuning business connections at AIME for three years.

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