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OCTOBER 21, 2024

Compared to last year’s Meetings Market Survey, almost twice as many event organizer respondents to this year’s survey are including sustainability requirements in their RFPs. There was a backlash against ESG investment and climate change regulation in the U.S. last year, “with similar examples of watering down or postponement of sustainability-related regulation in some parts of Europe,” according to the most recent issue of Arthur D.

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OCTOBER 21, 2024

I’ve not always agreed with Freeman’s Reports , but, if you’re in the meeting industry, Freeman’s Trends Report Q4 2024 is a must-read. “We’ve calibrated our research and confirmed our hypothesis: many organizers are operating on outdated definitions of attendee and exhibitor value. The good news? We’re here to help you speak the same language as your stakeholders and overcome the obstacles that prevent progress.

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OCTOBER 22, 2024

Skift Take: Julie Coker, president and CEO of the San Diego Tourism Authority, is heading to the Big Apple to help revitalize business travel and group business.

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OCTOBER 24, 2024

There are more than 4,600 Walmart brick-and-mortar stores spread across the U.S. But in promoting its new fashion collections and convenient online shopping experience, the brand wanted to engage consumers where they are—anywhere—and offer a trendy, luxe and convenient experience. Kicking off the fall fashion season, Walmart in September launched the Walmart Style Tour , which hit more than 40 locations across the country, from New York to L.A. and Chicago to Dallas, with its final stops taking

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OCTOBER 21, 2024

The playing of an anthem by Welsh superstar Katherine Jenkins, OBE, at a ceremony in Asia will be the launchpad to Wales hosting a global culinary event in 2026, described as “a once in a generation opportunity”. Members of Team Wales, who led the winning bid to host the Worldchefs Congress & Expo 2026 at ICC Wales , Newport, will be flying out to Singapore for next week’s 40 th staging of the prestigious international event.

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OCTOBER 25, 2024

Skift Take: Major League Baseball hopes to hit a home run with groups through a new strategic partnership. Competitors on the field are joining forces off the field to attract groups.

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OCTOBER 23, 2024

Fans around the world tuned in to Netflix’s “Squid Game” in 2021, making it the most-watched (non-English) TV show in the brand’s history—and they’ve been clamoring for more of the South Korean thriller series ever since. So with the debut of season two finally arriving on Dec. 26, the streaming service and another global powerhouse, Johnnie Walker, launched a multipronged “Pick Your Player” campaign that kicked off with a high-energy live-action shoot and fan experience that took over New York’

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OCTOBER 23, 2024

The invitation-only activation for CMOs during IMEX demonstrated the power of live events How do you surprise and delight veteran marketing executives who have seen it all? A collaboration among Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority, InVision Communications, Allegiant Stadium Private Events and IMEX Group set its collective sights on wowing the leaders tasked with impacting hearts and minds every day—and the result was a masterclass in making an impression.

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OCTOBER 24, 2024

Hotel Indigo York is set to welcome guests to its immersive festive-themed room for a second year in a row. This enchanting experience aims to spread Christmas cheer while raising much-needed funds for SASH UK, a charity dedicated to preventing youth homelessness. The festive-filled retreat allows guests to enjoy a warm and nostalgic stay, with a blend of traditional and modern elements creating the perfect getaway ahead of the holiday season.

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OCTOBER 21, 2024

Skift Take: A new generation of attendees will shape the incentive programs of the future driven by values like freedom, individuality and authenticity.

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OCTOBER 20, 2024

The world’s largest mining event, MINExpo International 2024 , more than doubled attendance since its last rendition in 2021, bringing about 45,000 attendees, including 2,000 exhibitors from 148 countries to the Las Vegas Convention Center, Sept. 24-26. The show is the place to see the latest tech in mining equipment and some huge pieces of equipment.

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OCTOBER 24, 2024

For members, associations are a place where members can contribute, grow, and thrive, making them a community to many. Since being a part of a community is largely about being a part of something greater than oneself, building a community where association members gain a sense of belonging and connection is vital. Below are four strategies association volunteer leaders can implement to foster a sense of belonging among their members. 1.

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OCTOBER 23, 2024

BAFTA award-winning journalist Lucy Meacock will moderate the Meeting Industry Association’s (MIA) annual miaSummit, when it takes place in Liverpool next month. Best known for her work in the North West of England as a main anchor of the ITV regional news programme Granada Reports, the broadcaster will complete the stellar line up of experts who are set to inspire leaders and future leaders through a series of topical discussions.

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OCTOBER 24, 2024

Skift Take: The more you ask planners how they got their start in the meetings industry, the more random the stories become.

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OCTOBER 22, 2024

FIVE THINGS TO KNOW THIS WEEK This week’s hot takes on hot topics in experiential marketing cover boring phones, an Overnightmare and a “Wickedly” enchanting hotel suite. TABLE FOR ONE: INSIDE THE PERSONAL PAN PIZZA HUT The Personal Pan Pizza has been a Pizza Hut staple for decades, but for National Pizza Month, the brand is adding a modern twist to the concept: customization.

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OCTOBER 22, 2024

Every love story deserves a setting that reflects its beauty, and for Melissa and Matthew, The Arlington Estate was that perfect place. Set against a backdrop of vast landscapes and stunning architecture, their wedding day was a lavish affair. Each thoughtfully curated detail and the warm, inviting ambiance reflected their deep connection and the love they shared with loved ones on a crisp fall day. bb Blanc Audiovisual played an essential role in setting the perfect mood, ensuring the music kep

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OCTOBER 21, 2024

Specialist full-service marketing agency for the events industry, Patch Marketing, has launched Octoplus – an innovative new channel management product. The solution has been designed to overcome the challenges many venues face in maintaining their directory listings and keeping profile content up to date. Jackson Clark, Managing Director at Patch explains: “When Patch formed in 2010 there were just seven venue directory websites for clients to be featured on.

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OCTOBER 24, 2024

Skift Take: Association meetings can be life-changing. This year’s Incredible Impacts Award highlights another association leading the way.

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OCTOBER 24, 2024

New York Comic Con is a bustling fandom event, but outside the walls of the Javits Center in New York City is a landscape and people not so easily surprised—unless it involves 20 unique “Deadpool” variants galavanting about, that is. Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment unleashed a street team to promote the “Deadpool & Wolverine” movie, now available on home media, with the Big A$& Bus Tour (you read that right) that rolled around Manhattan featuring the “Deadpool Co

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Event Industry News

OCTOBER 23, 2024

With over a decade of experience, MeetingPulse has evolved into a robust platform trusted by leading global enterprises for event management from registration to post-event evals. Our core strengths lie in polling, compliant voting, surveys, quizzing, and Q&A, allowing organizers to derive diverse responses and data from audiences, speakers, and sponsors.

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OCTOBER 22, 2024

The Belfry Hotel & Resort , in the heart of Royal Sutton Coldfield, has appointed Katie Niland as Commercial Director. Testament to her proven ability to inspire excellence and drive growth, the promotion will see Katie lead the award-winning resort through the next exciting phase of its £80million expansion project. With a background in hospitality spanning more than three decades, and 10 years of experience as Sales Director at The Belfry behind her, Katie’s vast leadership expertise make

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OCTOBER 23, 2024

Skift Take: Delano, part of the Mandalay Bay complex, is one of the few non-gaming properties on The Strip. It is being converted into a W, with the debut planned for the end of the year.

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OCTOBER 22, 2024

You probably know that managing a successful event requires meticulous organization and clear communication. But you might not know that one of the most essential tools for event detail management is the Banquet Event Order, or BEO. You might know this type of document by another name, like Event Order or Event Resume. No matter the name, the purpose is the same: ensuring everyone involved in the event is on the same page and can contribute effectively to its success.

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OCTOBER 22, 2024

In the heart of Montreal, the United Hatzalah Montreal Cocktail Event by C3 Events, a Montreal-based production company, transformed a luxury showroom into a beacon of hope. The event, hosted at LA Leasing’s newly minted venue, aimed to introduce potential benefactors to the mission of United Hatzalah, an international volunteer emergency medical response network.

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OCTOBER 24, 2024

Vine Tree Connections, an award winning hotel representation company, announces partnership with Kenzi Hotels, marking a significant expansion into Morocco. The agreement encompasses five distinctive properties across Morocco’s key destinations, including the Kenzi Menara Palace and Rose Garden in Marrakech, Kenzi Tower and Sidi Maarouf in Casablanca, and Kenzi Solazur in Tangier.

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OCTOBER 21, 2024

Skift Take: Marriott is betting that Connect Responsibly is the right tool for planners pressured to showcase tangible environmental commitments for their events.

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OCTOBER 24, 2024

When Citi cardmembers gathered for a Jack Harlow performance in Brooklyn, NY, on Oct. 17, it was a grand homecoming of sorts. The occasion marked the revival of the Citi Sound Vault concert platform after a four-year hiatus, served as the hip-hop star’s first live show in over a year and took place at the historic Brooklyn Paramount, which reopened this year after a multimillion dollar renovation.

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OCTOBER 21, 2024

Last week, the Global Good Awards (GGA) took place at BMA House. It was BMA House’s seventh year either in-person or virtually (due to COVID) hosting the major event. The GGA honours businesses, NGOs, charities, and social enterprises across the globe for their groundbreaking work in sustainability and ethical leadership.

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