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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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.
Expo Pass
AUGUST 12, 2024
It is THE global event—the Olympic Games! This year, Paris gave event planners a striking template for creating innovative and engaging experiences. While many of us won’t find ourselves managing the biggest event on Earth anytime soon, there’s a lot to learn from how the Olympics set themselves up for success and handled a few unexpected challenges.
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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.
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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
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.
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
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.
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.
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 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
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
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.
Special Events
AUGUST 13, 2024
Start incorporating carbon footprint information in your next event
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.
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.
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Download 200+ new RFP questions for hybrid and virtual event technology success. After 10,000 downloads, the SpotMe Virtual + Hybrid Event Platform RFP Template is the ultimate procurement tool for event technology. This template is ideal for companies looking for a vendor to fulfill their specific virtual + hybrid event platform needs and requirements!
Event Marketer
AUGUST 14, 2024
Digitally native CPG brands often find themselves in a pickle when it comes to driving trial and conversion. So when Pinterest user data revealed that searches for “clean food” have risen by more than 9,700 percent and searches for “dips and snack hacks” have increased by 100 percent, clean-eating condiment brand Primal Kitchen decided to take its online business into the wild.
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.
SmartMeetings
AUGUST 13, 2024
Sharing life-changing moments to bond meeting attendees How do you get meeting attendees to true understanding and deeper connections with their colleagues? Mariana Miranda, executive producer at Dear World , gave Smart Meetings an insight into the company’s creative approach of using “brain tattoos” to fast-track connection and empathy at meetings and events in a powerful way.
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.
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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 15, 2024
How often do attendees avoid walking down an aisle because it feels like an empty tunnel of doom? Bored salespeople on their phones and the overall sense of being bait are enough to make anyone turn on their heels and go for free coffee at a market leader’s sprawling exhibit. But small can be beautiful and impactful. A 10×10 or a 10×20 booth, when designed with strategic intent, can offer an intimate and personalized experience that larger setups might miss.
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.
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 12, 2024
Rhubarb Hospitality Collection (RHC) has acquired The Brewery, one of London’s leading large scale event venues. RHC’s investment in this landmark events venue expands the firm’s footprint in UK venues and brings its total employees to over 2500. RHC has continued to grow rapidly since its acquisition by Oak View Group (OVG) in 2023, which represented the biggest UK hospitality deal in decades.
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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 16, 2024
Artificial Intelligence is shaking up the way event marketers plan, produce and execute events—big time. In this free, one-hour webinar hosted by Event Marketer and featuring leading industry experts, you will hear the latest thinking on how AI is being leveraged across attendee experiences, internal design and measurement practices and the impact AI policies will have for the industry, sooner than later.
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
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.
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