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Digital Accessibility in Event Planning: Common Pitfalls & Best Practices

Attendease

In the event industry today, accessibility extends beyond wheelchair ramps and sign language interpreters. With 1.3 billion people globally requiring accessible websites , the digital component of events has become crucial for true inclusivity. Yet, a startling 90% of websites remain inaccessible to people with disabilities, creating significant barriers to participation.

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What ChatGPT doesn’t know about me

Conferences that Work

What ChatGPT doesn’t know about me could fill a book—or at least the extensive neural network of an LLM. As people increasingly experiment with asking LLMs personal questions, some have taken the trend a step further, suggesting that we ask our favorite LLMs to tell us something about ourselves that we may not know and would: Like to know; or Not like to know.

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Independent Properties: When the Hotel Becomes the Experience

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Skift Take: With the transformation of events into experiences, planners say that independent hotels offer distinct advantages, such as flexibility, creativity and authenticity.

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Toronto’s Top Caterers Share Top Holiday Party Food Trends for 2024

EventSource

With the crisp autumn air and stunning seasonal colors afoot, the fall season is always an exciting time to sample the creations of Toronto’s top caterers. This season, local caterers are embracing rich flavours, comforting dishes, and sustainable options culminated in the most creative of ways! From your classic comforts to warm apps to delicious desserts, here’s a look at the top fall catering trends that you’ll be sampling in the coming months.

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Elevate Your Event Experience to the Next Level

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.

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How to Incorporate Storytelling Into Nonprofit Events

Attendease

Whether you’re hosting an in-person, virtual, or hybrid event, your nonprofit’s fundraising events rely on audience engagement to succeed. Your engagement approach likely focuses on participants—after all, you’ll only hit your fundraising goal if they register for the event and have a good time! However, you also need to consider your volunteers and sponsors since they make your event possible in the first place.

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The Meetings Industry Has an Alcohol Problem. Now It’s Trying to Sober Up.  

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Skift Take: The meetings industry has always been one where the booze flows freely. But a new generation of non-drinkers is paving an alcohol-free path forward.

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The Importance of Financial Transparency in Associations

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Financial transparency is crucial for associations looking to build trust, enhance credibility, and foster engagement among their members. By openly sharing financial information and practices, associations can demonstrate their commitment to accountability and responsible management of resources. Here’s a closer look at why financial transparency is important for associations and how it can be effectively implemented.

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Map Your Show shortlisted for multiple Event Technology Awards

Event Industry News

Award 1: Best Event Management Platform Map Your Show (MYS) is a leading event technology choice for organisers worldwide, powering 8 of the top 10 trade shows in the United States.

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Betty Crocker’s AI-driven Dream Bake Studio Helps Consumers Fight ‘Bakers Block’

Event Marketer

It’s hard to fathom, but according to a recent Betty Crocker survey, even consumers who hail from the land of “The Great British Baking Show” lack confidence in their baking skills. The research revealed a high prevalence of “bakers block,” and that of the 86 percent of people from Manchester, England, who enjoy baking, one-third of them only do it every few months or less.

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Unlock the Secrets of Event Marketing Masters

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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Event Industry Buying Streak Continues as Hyve Group Acquires HLTH

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Skift Take: The healthcare sector is a lucrative one and global event company Hyve is getting in on the action by acquiring HLTH, a global event company for health innovators.

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UK Events Report 2024 published: UK events industry generates £61.653 billion annually, demonstrating post-pandemic resilience

Prestige Events Magazine

UKEVENTS, the umbrella organisation of the UK’s events industry, is pleased to announce the findings of its anticipated UK Events Report 2024. The report, compiled by Great Potential Consultancy, highlights the industry’s critical role in the economy, generating £61.653 billion annually and affirming its resilience following the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Smart Travel: New Rewards Platform Could Revolutionize Travel, Air France Coming to Orlando, Hilton Furthers Mexico Expansion and More

Smart Meetings

Wish you could earn rewards while on an off-the-beaten-path journey in a remote destination? A new travel platform aims to majorly expand your options for racking up points. Live in Central Florida? That Paris trip you’ve been dreaming of is about to become even more enticing. Impressed by the myriads of ways AI is changing professional landscapes? One country has become the first in the world to employ AI services when building its new nation brand.

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Women in Events Industry Forecasters: Q&A with Engage & Resonate

Event Marketer

Jessica Rae, Engage & Resonate ADVICE FOR YOUNGER WOMEN TRYING TO GET AHEAD IN THE INDUSTRY? Never be afraid to ask questions, don’t be afraid to offer your opinion, and never stop learning. The best leader is also a great humble learner. HOW ARE YOU HELPING CLIENTS UPGRADE THEIR EXPERIENCES? Continuously pushing boundaries that our clients may not be entirely comfortable with at first blush, but ultimately lead to success by achieving overwhelmingly positive results.

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How to Get Speakers, Exhibitors, and Attendees to Promote Your Event With Video

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

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Was Your Event Lame? 10 Questions For Brutally Honest Feedback 

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Skift Take: If your post-event surveys always result in generic responses, the first place to start is with the questions. Why not ask attendees how the event really made them feel?

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HEADBOX LAUNCHES INDUSTRY WHITEPAPER ON AI’S ROLE IN THE EVENT INDUSTRY

Prestige Events Magazine

HeadBox, the UK’s fastest-growing B2B meetings and events platform, is proud to announce the release of its latest whitepaper, “How AI is Solving the Event Industry’s Biggest Challenges.” HeadBox for Business, an award-winning service-led meetings and events platform supercharged by AI software, manages the meetings and events programmes of enterprise customers.

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Luxury Experience Redefined What’s Possible in Newport, Rhode Island

Smart Meetings

Luxury is in the eye of the beholder. One person’s decadent spa soak may be another person’s rigorous trail ride. The challenge for meeting professionals is to determine the appropriate amount of “me-time” and surprise and delight, balanced with confidence that their needs will be taken care of so they can focus on the content being presented. Smart Meetings Luxury Experience at Newport Harbor Island Resort in Rhode Island embraced the challenge with help from some friends.

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Christine and Djo’s Luxurious Garden Wedding at The Arlington Estate

EventSource

Love was truly in the air on a gorgeous sunny day at The Arlington Estate , where Christine and Djo celebrated their luxurious garden wedding. With its exotic gardens, sprawling landscapes, and fine interiors creating the perfect backdrop, this chic venue was ideally suited for a picture-perfect wedding. As the opulent backdrop to their ultra-luxe garden soiree, The Estate ‘s stunning greenery and sophisticated surroundings were a match made in heaven for these two lovebirds who have an ey

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Download Now: 2022 Virtual + Hybrid Event Platform RFP Template - Enterprise Edition

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!

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Laid Off: One Planner’s Story of Finding a New Job

EventMB

Skift Take: Fifteen minutes on a Thursday. That’s all it took for Rebecca Carmody’s life to change when she was laid off from her event marketing job. One year later, she’s still looking for her next gig.

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De Vere Horsley Estate completes million-pound refurbishment

Prestige Events Magazine

De Vere Horsley Estate, located in East Horsley, Surrey, has today completed a £1.3million refurbishment to its reception, restaurant and 51 of its bedrooms located in Horsley Place, a distinctive contemporary hotel which sits alongside the historic mansion house, Horsley Towers in over 75 acres of grounds. The reception at Horsley Place has been transformed with new flooring, contemporary furniture and artwork to reflect the estate’s illustrious past.

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New and Renovated: Marriott Merit

Smart Meetings

Refreshes for your next Marriott hotel meeting Take a journey through Marriott history with these new and renovated properties. From an expansive renovation of one of the brand’s first hotels to an innovative new build, the event of your dreams, whatever your style or desired location, is at your fingertips. Marriott Saddle Brook Marriott Saddle Brook One of the Marriott brand’s first hotels, and the second-oldest operating in the system, Marriott Saddle Brook , unveils phase one of a $15 millio

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ISE 2025: Connection Restored - Get your free ticket now!

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Open your eyes & ears to the sights & sounds of tomorrow. Registration for the AV industry's event of the year is now open, secure your space to discover the future of Live Events.

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Dominate Your Local Market With These 4 Reputation Management Strategies

Speaker: Adam Dorfman, Lindsay Harrison, and Erin O'Brien

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.

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Excel London Acquires Business Design Centre

EventMB

Skift Take: ADNEC just bought one of London’s most iconic event venues, changing the game for anyone planning events in the UK.

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Powwow Events Achieves B Corp Certification, Reinforcing Commitment to Social and Environmental Responsibility

Prestige Events Magazine

Powwow Events, a leading events agency is proud to announce its recent certification as [KC1] a B Corporation (B Corp). This prestigious accreditation recognises the company’s commitment to meeting the highest standards of verified social and environmental impact. B Corp Certification is awarded by B Lab, a non-profit organisation that serves a global movement of people using business as a force for good.

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Hot Property: Eight Ways to Activate a Night Market

Event Marketer

Night markets originated in China over 1,000 years ago, but they’re far from ancient history. The open-air evening bazaars have been cropping up across the U.S. for more than a decade, and in the last year have officially been woven into the zeitgeist—and the experiential marketing industry. From partnering with major properties like 626 Night Market in Arcadia, CA, to hosting their own events, the most successful brands are crafting experiences that both pay homage to Asian culture, and support

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A Greener Future and UK Festival Awards Reveal 2024 Greener Festival Award Shortlists

Event Industry News

A Greener Future (AGF) will join forces with the UK Festival Awards for the 18th year to present The UK Greener Festival Award 2024.

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B2B Events in 2023 - What You Need to Know

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.

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Megan Henshall: Meetings Innovator

EventMB

Skift Take: Rehumanizing corporate life is the new mission of Google Xi. Its founder, Megan Henshall, is Skift Meeting's first-ever Meetings Innovator.

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Live Group Launches Envoku: Empowering Personalisation, Empathy and Inclusivity

Prestige Events Magazine

Envoku a groundbreaking new product pioneered by Live Group is designed to refocus the events industry on audience engagement and inclusion. The product harnesses advanced technology to drive both meaningful connections and enhanced personalisation of experiences. Envoku integrates with Live Group’s proprietary AudienceDNA profiling tool and GDPR complied delegate management platform.

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How to Prepare for an Event Crisis: An Essential Q&A for Event Pros 

Event Leadership Institute

After our recent webinar, What to Do When Things Go Wrong: Crisis Management, Security, & Risk Mitigation Insights from Disaster Experts , panelist Juliette Kayyem addressed the top questions raised by participants. From communication strategies and registration best practices to working with hotels and public safety officials, her expert answers provide actionable insights to help you navigate emergencies with confidence.

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