Conferences that Work
AUGUST 12, 2024
Religious meetings are a small, fascinating subset of the meeting industry. I learned about them when I presented at The Religious Conference Management Association annual conference in 2014, and I’ve written about what meeting designers can learn from religious services. However there isn’t much academic research into event management, so I was happy to discover Ruth Dowson and Daniel H.
EventMB
AUGUST 14, 2024
Skift Take: From beach volleyball and gymnastics to tennis and dressage, hip-hop star Snoop Dogg was in the crowd cheering during the 2024 Paris Olympics. His involvement underscores how an unconventional celebrity can amplify an event's impact and broaden its appeal.
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Smart Meetings
AUGUST 12, 2024
Proposed law may impact pricing, but it’s more complicated than that The city that doesn’t sleep should not mind having the number of its hotel rooms go down, but meeting profs will—and proposed licensing of hotels in New York City will hasten the drop, according to trade groups for the hotel industry. But that’s just one factor in a complex hotel environment in the city.
Event Industry News
AUGUST 13, 2024
Welcome to the Event Industry News Christmas Party & Venue Guide — your ultimate resource for planning unforgettable festive celebrations. Whether you’reorganising a corporate holiday bash or a private seasonal soirée, our guide offers a curated selection of the best venues and top-tier suppliers.
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Event Marketer
AUGUST 16, 2024
Just like hordes of well-to-do New Yorkers, several brands swapped the city for the coast this summer and escaped to the Hamptons, a collection of wealthy hamlets located on Long Island. The locale has historically attracted some ultra-high-end fashion houses , but 2024 brought other types of brands into the mix, too, including Sparkling Ice and CeraVe.
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Smart Meetings
AUGUST 15, 2024
I have been riding motorcycles for more than 50 years; it is what I do for pure enjoyment. In 2013, I had the opportunity to check off the item in the top spot on my Biker Bucket List; a 32-day, 34-state, 13,000-mile solo motorcycle ride along the perimeter of the United States. But before ever rolling on the throttle, I was introduced to The Boot Campaign , an organization founded by five Texas women with a mission to provide support and services to active duty military, veterans and their fami
Event Industry News
AUGUST 13, 2024
In the ever-evolving landscape of event management, staying ahead of the curve means embracing innovation. Silent Seminars, a trailblazer in event audio solutions, is reshaping how we experience conferences, exhibitions, and live events. As noise levels increase and audience engagement becomes more challenging, Silent Seminars offers a sophisticated, effective answer: high-quality wireless headsets.
Prestige Events Magazine
AUGUST 15, 2024
On 13 August 2024, members of The National Honey Show and Sandown Park Racecourse gathered at the course in Esher to unveil a plaque to mark the centenary of the show. The plaque was installed to recognise the commemorative tree planted by HRH The Princess Royal on the 29 October 2023, on the opening day of the show. During her visit HRH The Princess Royal delivered a speech to officially open the 100 th National Honey Show, engaged with traders, observed workshops and examined entries in the Ju
EventMB
AUGUST 12, 2024
Skift Take: Two industry experts share inspiring ideas for festive holiday gatherings on this week’s Skift Meetings Podcast.
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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.
Caterease
AUGUST 16, 2024
Imagine walking into an event where the lighting perfectly complements the decor, the food looks delectable under the perfect hue, and the ambiance feels just right. This is the magic that well-planned lighting and ambiance can bring to catering events. This post will explore how these elements are crucial in creating memorable, engaging guest experiences.
StraussCA
AUGUST 15, 2024
Associations differ in various ways reflecting their unique purposes, structures, and member needs. This can be challenging for an Association Coordinator, however there are many strategies available to help manage these complexities. This article will discuss the importance of balancing an association’s administrative and membership needs along with tips to efficiently achieve the perfect balance.
Prestige Events Magazine
AUGUST 15, 2024
“Creating impactful moments, building lasting legacies.” emc3, the award-winning experiential events agency specialising in strategic experience design, announces its acquisition of the sustainability consultancy ‘from now’ Expanding Sustainable Expertise With this acquisition, certified B Corporation emc3 is poised to deepen its commitment to sustainability, integrating ‘from now’s’ extensive expertise and sustainability services into its operations.
EventMB
AUGUST 15, 2024
Now in its second year, Skift Meetings Awards celebrate the industry’s most respected suppliers, setting the standard for excellence in business events. This year’s finalists showcased a unique understanding of planner needs, consistent delivery of exceptional service, and extraordinary offerings that leave a lasting impression. The 2024 categories were once again split across three distinct criteria groups: Hotels Other suppliers Tech Providers Following a scoring review by our independent judg
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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
Smart Meetings
AUGUST 15, 2024
If an event prof career life is a smorgasbord of hospitality job options, how do you decide what to put on your plate? We asked an award-winning F&B expert. In this episode of What One Thing? host JT Long, vice president and content director of Smart Meetings, delves into the fascinating world of food and beverage with Thomas Whelan, director of operations for Levy Restaurants.
The MICE
AUGUST 12, 2024
The InterContinental Berlin , a landmark hotel in the city, has been a symbol of luxury since it opened in 1958 and joined the InterContinental Hotel Group in 1978. InterContinental Berlin has consistently renovated itself to stay current and uphold its reputation as a modern and luxurious hotel. The recent renovation of InterContinental Berlin perfectly captures the new concept of ‘Luxury of Space’ for meetings and events.
Prestige Events Magazine
AUGUST 13, 2024
CHS Birmingham is expecting another increase in visitor numbers this year and, with attendees again asking for more variety, innovation, and education, the show’s organisers are already feeling confident for the event and the industry. The show, which has grown its attendee numbers every year since its inception, is expecting this number to continue to rise as more and more event organisers look to find services and solutions for their events at trade shows.
EventMB
AUGUST 14, 2024
Snoop Dogg did more than show up at the 2024 Paris Olympics. He dominated coverage of the Games. He carried the Olympic torch, supported the women’s gymnastics team, watched dressage with his friend Martha Stewart, and swam laps with former Olympian Michael Phelps. You may not have the Olympic-sized budget NBC had, but there’s plenty from that playbook for meeting professionals to emulate.
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Event Marketer
AUGUST 12, 2024
FIVE THINGS TO KNOW THIS WEEK This week’s hot takes on hot topics in experiential marketing cover curly creations, mobile snack squads and life-size doll houses. THE L.A. BEAUTY COMMUNITY ‘BONDS’ AT OLAPLEX’S HOLLYWOOD LAUNCH PARTY Curls took center stage at Olaplex’s launch party for its Bond Shaper Curl Treatment products at NYA Studios in Hollywood, CA.
EventSource
AUGUST 15, 2024
Evelyn and Steffan’s wedding was a picture-perfect romantic affair filled with plenty of magical memories! The bride’s walk down the aisle with her parents, the tea ceremony, all the breathtaking pictures from the couples’ first look, and of course, the stunning reception. Meticulously planned by Lustre Events , the couples’ celebration was the perfect indoor wedding with a combination of modern-day elegance and rustic detail.
Prestige Events Magazine
AUGUST 15, 2024
Venues of Excellence (VOE), the UK’s leading sales and marketing consortium, is committed to partner with services and products who will provide a benefit to members through their association to the consortium. VOE takes good mental health and well-being very seriously and are delighted to have been in discussions with Rose and Jazz at Safe Hands Counselling to extend a confidential counselling support service to Venues of Excellence members.
EventMB
AUGUST 12, 2024
Many may be in the midst of a heatwave, but the time to start planning your holiday gatherings is now. Carrie Davenport, lead event manager for Altria and host of the podcast Like an #EventBoss, and Jaki Baskow, CEO of Las Vegas Speakers Bureau and Baskow Talent, share their ideas for holiday gatherings. “You want your holiday party to be light, fun, and interactive as you want people to want to go,” says Davenport Key Points Start With the Date The first place to start is by determining the dat
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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.
Event Marketer
AUGUST 14, 2024
It’s been a big summer for movie and TV premieres, but an even bigger week for marketing stunts in New York City. Ahead of the premiere of “Alien: Romulus” on Aug. 16, 20th Century Studios has been unleashing Facehuggers and Chestbursters on unsuspecting passersby and consumers. New Yorkers encountered Facehuggers attached to the faces of unconscious, twitching people lying on the sidewalk, propped up on stairs and leaning out taxi cab windows.
eventplanner
AUGUST 10, 2024
A good event invitation should be preceded by an even better save-the-date email. Similar to a mailing campaign, save-the-date messages should be part of your event marketing strategy.
Prestige Events Magazine
AUGUST 14, 2024
Engineering impact: transforming events to transform the world Martyn Westcott-Wreford, Operations Manager at IET London: Savoy Place, says that event planners should strongly consider aligning themselves to the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals, and with engineering and technology weaved into the very fabric of the IET’s DNA, they are the perfect venue partner to help event planners on their journey.
Smart Meetings
AUGUST 14, 2024
It’s time to treat your attendees to something special. Planning an incentive or executive retreat? Start here. These three new and renovated properties each offer their own distinct style—so whatever experience your attendees are looking for, you’ll be sure to walk away with top-notch approval ratings. From a historic inn (we’re talking 2 ½ centuries) to the luxury lakeside resort of your dreams, discover your next incentive destination here.
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Get ahead of the curve and stay informed with Zuddl's industry report on the future of B2B events in 2023. Stay up-to-date on the latest trends and insights from leading experts in the field. Make informed decisions and stay ahead of the competition.
Event Marketer
AUGUST 15, 2024
A little over a year ago, AI was largely a buzzword in experiential. On the heels of Open AI’s release of ChatGPT, marketers everywhere began to dabble in its potential for smarter, more personalized campaigns. Fast forward to today, and brands have made serious strides in unlocking new brand engagement frontiers with this tech. “I think the true power and promise of AI, when we’re talking about events, is in the ability for it to expand brand worlds, inviting attendees into a brand enviro
EventSource
AUGUST 13, 2024
From the moment Michelle and Ali set their hearts on Copper Creek , they knew it was the perfect venue for their dream wedding. Nestled amidst breathtaking natural beauty, this impressive clubhouse offers a majestic blend of lush landscapes and luxurious amenities, setting the stage for an unforgettable celebration. The visionary team at Stellar Events planned every detail, ensuring a flawless execution, while the renowned Rosetta Li Weddings captured each precious moment with their amazing phot
Prestige Events Magazine
AUGUST 12, 2024
The Spice Girls Experience will take to the stage at Millennium Point this October to celebrate 30 years of ‘Girl Power.’ On 19 October, the group will perform the Spice Girls’ biggest hits at the award-winning events venue and recreate the magic and energy of one of the most exciting eras for pop music in the UK. To get the party started, guests will be treated to a complimentary cocktail on arrival, and a chance to strut their stuff on the dance floor, where the venue’s
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