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in today’s dynamic corporate landscape, fostering a motivated and engaged workforce is paramount to success, and incentive events play a pivotal role in achieving this goal. these events serve as powerful tools to recognise and reward employee achievements, boosting morale and reinforcing a positive company culture. beyond the immediate gratification of rewards, incentive events create a sense of camaraderie, encouraging teamwork and collaboration. the importance of these events extends be
In a world aglow with the soft flicker of candlelight and the whispers of timeless romance, Annie and Oliver’s wedding at Park Hyatt Toronto came to life. With the team at Purple Tree Photography capturing the magic through their lens, and the meticulous planning of Baye Kler from Muse Event Co. , every detail of Annie and Oliver’s wedding executed to perfection.
Jaye Moreau and Beth Haddock Jaye Moreau (left) and Beth Haddock (right), Kōloa Landing Resort Luxury Kaua’i resort, K ōloa Landing Resort , has appointed Moreau as destination weddings and sales manager. She brings over 10 years of experience in hospitality sales and marketing and a specialty in weddings, milestone anniversary celebrations, reunions and more special events.
I’m indebted to Martin Sirk for sharing remarkable information about an 1828 conference designed by the German geographer, naturalist, and explorer Alexander von Humboldt. Read what follows to discover that Humboldt was also a meeting designer way ahead of his time! Martin Sirk Modern meeting design! Cross-disciplinary. New insights-oriented. Participant-centred.
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.
Skift Take: Four out of five event professionals report that their roles have become more stressful today than before the pandemic. Plus, they are not being supported.
Believe it or not, corporate events make prime targets for cybercriminals and bad actors. The event ticketing process is the number one target. Whether running a face-to-face, virtual, or hybrid event , you must safeguard your incumbent technology stack and integrated solutions from attacks. Otherwise, you may be risking sensitive customer data falling into the wrong hands.
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Believe it or not, corporate events make prime targets for cybercriminals and bad actors. The event ticketing process is the number one target. Whether running a face-to-face, virtual, or hybrid event , you must safeguard your incumbent technology stack and integrated solutions from attacks. Otherwise, you may be risking sensitive customer data falling into the wrong hands.
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“Our members need to invest in their businesses and people,” says Simon Richards, Finance Director of beam, “and need help from the government to do so. “Tax cuts and support would enable them to spend money on employees and facilities. A reduction in business rates from the Chancellor would be particularly valuable. “We also would like control of apprenticeship funding to be given to the employer instead of the training provider as this would be a great help in developing apprentices.
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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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Continuing our unwavering commitment to nurturing the next generation of event organisers, we are delighted to unveil our second promoter fund scheme of the year, in collaboration with the Night Time Industries Association (NTIA). The initiative, which follows our previous student-focused program in the summer, has this time been specially devised to aid emerging promoters looking to make their mark on the events scene in various cities and towns across Scotland.
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.
What One Thing? podcast guests share what they are thankful for Showing genuine appreciation makes the world go round. Research from the Greater Good Science Center at University of California, Berkeley , found that gratitude was the “social glue” to building and nurturing strong relationships—and it feels good, too. Noticing the positive in our world and expressing it boosts self-esteem and makes everyone feel more connected and happy by enhancing the power of positive recall.
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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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Speaker: Jennifer Hodroge, Omni-Channel Strategic Leader, Forrester CX Certified
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