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How to Plan a Successful Fundraising Event: 10 Steps

Attendease

Successful fundraising events are the lifeblood of many non-profit organizations and charities. A well-executed fundraiser can bring in much-needed funds, expand your organization’s supporter base, and ultimately make a bigger impact in the lives of those it serves. However, without proper planning, fundraisers can fall flat, failing to reach their financial goals and leaving organizers feeling discouraged.

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Build Engagement Through Better Local Chapter Meetings

Eventmobi

Chapters are a fundamental element of running an association. They are the grassroots—where the goals of collaboration and engagement are turned into action. They’re often built around specific locations or causes, with a narrower focus than you might get at an annual meeting. Some chapter members may actually work together; others just share a community.

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Inside Bloomberg Green Festival: Q&A with Jessica Webber, Global Head of Bloomberg Live

Event Marketer

In January 2020, Bloomberg Media launched Bloomberg Green, a multiplatform editorial brand focused on climate change news, analysis and solutions, with the first Bloomberg Green event at Davos 2020 and plans to continue incorporating programming into other Bloomberg Live events throughout the year—until they were put on pause due to COVID. The media company has since picked up the momentum, hosting several sustainability-focused programs, including the hybrid Bloomberg Green Summit in New York a

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Emily and Derek’s Enchanting Elegance Meets Urban Chic Wedding at Steam Whistle Brewery

EventSource

From the very first glance, it was clear that Emily and Derek’s wedding was going to be an unforgettable celebration of love and style. Set against the backdrop of the historic Steam Whistle Brewery in the heart of Toronto, their wedding combined enchanting elegance with urban charm in a way that was truly magical. The brewery’s industrial-chic aesthetic, with its stunning brick walls, exposed wooden beams, and expansive windows, provided a dramatic yet intimate setting that effortlessly

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Making the Moment: The Art of Creating Events That Drive Results

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.

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GREENGAGE CERTIFIED B CORP

Prestige Events Magazine

Greengage Solutions, the independent specialist supporting sustainability in business travel, hospitality, meetings and events has had its own sustainability efforts assessed and recognised by achieving B Corp. Becoming a Certified B Corporation marks a significant chapter in Greengage’s journey towards sustainability and reaffirms the company’s commitment to balancing profit with purpose.

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Walmart Taps into the BookTok Community with a Spicy Summer Soirée for Influencers

Event Marketer

“Spicy books” are all over TikTok right now. From creators offering their own recommendations of steamy romance novels to retailers showing off their in-store displays of popular TikTok books, the BookTok community is thriving online and IRL. And Walmart jumped on the trend by launching a “Spicy Summer” campaign to show consumers and BookTok followers that the brand is a go-to destination for the summer’s hottest books.

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Victoria and Canice’s Sweet Wedding at Deer Creek

EventSource

Love, laughter, and a sprinkle of fairy tale magic enveloped Victoria and Canice’s enchanting wedding at Deer Creek. Nestled amidst lush greenery and rolling hills, it served as the perfect backdrop for this extraordinary celebration. Every detail was crafted to perfection by Ever After by Justine , ensuring a seamless day filled with cherished moments.

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Biohacking for Event Professionals: Harnessing the Power of Your Natural Rhythms

Smart Meetings

As event and meeting professionals, our lives are filled with tight schedules, constant travel, and the pressure to perform at our best, often leaving little room for self-care. For women, understanding and aligning with your body’s natural rhythms can be a game-changer in managing these demands. Our menstrual cycle is much more than just menstruation.

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UKEVENTS Attends Secretary of State’s Reception in Manchester

Prestige Events Magazine

UKEVENTS, the umbrella organisation representing the UK Events Industry, was present at the Secretary of State’s reception for key Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) stakeholders, held in Manchester on 31st July. Michael Hirst OBE, Lead for Advocacy & Government Relations at UKEVENTS, had the opportunity to speak with the newly appointed Secretary of State, Lisa Nandy.

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Relevance, Reach, Revenue: How to Turn Marketing Trends From Hype to High-Impact

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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The Brief: Sweet Escapes and Symphonies of Spirits

Event Marketer

FIVE THINGS TO KNOW THIS WEEK This week’s hot takes on hot topics in experiential marketing cover drama-free mobile tours, beach club bronzing and Banana-Versaries. CERAVE MAKES DERMATOLOGISTS THE STARS OF ITS LATEST TOUR Promoting “skincare that’s drama free,” CeraVe is on the road with an immersive, “dermatologist-approved” mobile experience that launched at Hudson Yards in New York City last week.

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Why Trust Matters More Than Ever

Conferences that Work

Trust matters more than ever to me. In a world that is complex and often overwhelming, building trusted relationships has become essential. As I reflect on my various connections—from intimate and life-changing relationships to countless daily interactions—I realize that trust is the cornerstone of my well-being. It’s little wonder that I have moved to valuing trust more and more over time.

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Olympic-Themed Team-Building Programs Go for the Gold

Smart Meetings

Fresh air, challenge by choice and Aloha spirit make competition fun With the world watching as international teams compete in Paris at this year’s Summer Olympics, sports-themed team-building activities are garnering more attention than ever. I spoke with Darlynne Menkin, owner of Out of the Ordinary Group & Team Adventures in San Diego, about team building and how to incorporate activities that require communication and strategy in a fun way.

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Eventwise: Revolutionising event financial management

Prestige Events Magazine

Eventwise , the trailblazing financial services provider for the events industry, has successfully launched its revolutionary SaaS platform. The game-changing solution is now fully operating, serving event organisers with its comprehensive financial management tools and already making a significant impact in the sector. The vision for this innovative platform is simple yet profound – to empower organisers with unwavering cost-control, accuracy, and unmatched efficiency.

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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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Streamlining Internal Communications

Velvet Chainsaw

The Exhibitor Advocate recently released its 2023 Annual Survey of Exhibition Rates. This report compares material handling, labor, and equipment costs across 24 major U.S. destinations. Here are two takeaways you should consider. Not only is the Annual Survey of Exhibition Rates a handy tool for comparing exhibitor costs in one city vs. another, it offers other helpful insights for event organizers.

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Cautious Optimism for Meetings

EventMB

Skift Take: In the first half of 2024, 21 of the top 25 hotel markets saw increased group demand, though overall levels remain below 2019 when adjusted for inflation. Conferences and trade shows are key drivers of this growth, with significant recovery in regions like Asia Pacific and North America.

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Southern California Trailblazing Women Speak Out

Smart Meetings

Pioneering hospitality leaders forged new paths to top of LA hotel world The hospitality landscape in Los Angeles is filled with bold female leaders brave enough to break away from the Mad Men norm to bring their unique leadership styles forward for the benefit of their organizations, the industry and future hospitality professionals. We asked a quartet of these pioneers how they got their start, what has changed and what is next.

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Capturing the Spirit of the Olympics at the QEII Centre

Prestige Events Magazine

In July, The QEII Centre transformed its third-floor event spaces into a vibrant display themed around past Olympic host cities for its annual showcase event, designed to give guests a taster of the creativity and expertise on offer at the venue. The event comprised three themed and interactive zones, created by EPH Creative, and based on Olympic host cities Rio de Janeiro, Tokyo and Paris.

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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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The ultimate guide to badge design: Everything you need to know.

Expo Pass

As many event planners know, it’s all about the details! One essential part of a successful event experience is the name badge. It isn’t just about identification, either. When done right, these little guys balance fashion and function to enhance the attendee experience. While most understand the basic elements of a name badge—name, job, QR code—we know some tricks to enhance its potential.

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Deal Making Heats up in the Events Industry

EventMB

Skift Take: Informa is in the process of buying Ascential, the owner of Money 20/20 and Cannes Lions conferences. Hyve Group is purchasing the Possible conference. What do these deals mean to the meetings and events industry?

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Brennan’s of New Orleans Way of Hospitality: Making Friends

Smart Meetings

Restaurant group offers lesson in setting standards for quality, culture and service Steve Pettus True hospitality starts with making a friend, according to the Brennan philosophy of running world-class New Orleans restaurants. Culinary matriarch Miss Ella and her siblings, Dorothy (“Dottie”), Dick and John Brennan, understood that when they took over at landmark Commander’s Palace restaurant in the Garden District in 1974.

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MotoGP™ TAKES MAY POLE AT SILVERSTONE FOR 2025

Prestige Events Magazine

Silverstone’s 2025 calendar is shaping up following today’s announcement that next year’s MotoGP British Grand Prix will be the first of the three ‘majors’ held at the circuit each year. The British round of MotoGP, the pinnacle of motorcycle racing, has been brought forward to 23-25 May 2025. The Formula 1 British Grand Prix, the UK’s largest single sporting event, takes centre stage in July and Silverstone Festival rounds off the summer with three days of classic racing and entertainment.

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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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The Stadium Events & Hospitality Awards Heads South For 2025

Event Industry News

Stadium Experience is pleased to announce that the 18th annual Stadium Events & Hospitality Awards will be hosted at the American Express Stadium, home of Brighton & Hove Albion Football Club, on Thursday 3rd July 2025.

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100 Event Theme Ideas – Creative, Easy & Successful Options

EventMB

Skift Take: A fascinating event theme is the ultimate conversation starter. Turn every attendee into a storyteller and make your event the go-to topic long after the final curtain falls.

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Canada Calls: Event Planning Paradise

Smart Meetings

Cost-effective, accessible and trendy Are you a stateside planner looking for a change of scenery? Canada, our neighbor to the north, packs a hefty offering for event planners looking to entertain and entice guests. Smart Meetings reached out to Laura Pallotta, regional vice president of sales and distribution of Canada Marriott International, who offered up some insights to the latest relevant travel trends for planners looking to sculpt an international experience.

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The Eastside Rooms wins BIALL 2025 Conference

Prestige Events Magazine

The Eastside Rooms, Birmingham’s newest conference centre, has been chosen to host the British and Irish Association of Law Librarians’ (BIALL) annual conference in 2025. BIALL is the leading professional body in the UK and Ireland for professionals working within legal information. Membership is representative of all sectors including academic, law firms, government and professional bodies.

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Campaigns that Click: Practical Personalization Strategies to Boost ROI

Speaker: Jennifer Hodroge, Omni-Channel Strategic Leader, Forrester CX Certified

Marketers know that personalization is the key to engagement—but with limited budgets and time, how do you prioritize what, where, and how to personalize? Aligning your content, campaigns, and buyer experiences requires a deep understanding of customer needs. In this new webinar with expert Jennifer Hodroge, we’ll explore how to leverage insights and customer journey mapping to build personalization strategies that deliver real impact.

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Event email marketing campaign mastery: Strategies to boost engagement and attendance

eventplanner

Effective communication is paramount in the dynamic world of event planning, where every detail counts. While social media and other digital channels have their place, email marketing remains the cornerstone of successful event promotion.

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Cleveland’s Convention Center’s Expansion Ready for ASAE’s Annual Meeting

EventMB

Skift Take: A multi-million renovation and expansion of the Huntington Convention Center in Cleveland is complete just in time to welcome approximately 5,000 attendees to the American Society of Association Executives Annual Meeting & Exposition.

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Smart Travel Column Debut: New Pet Rules, Health App, Corporate Trends

Smart Meetings

Welcome to Smart Travel, where we’ll be spotlighting the latest can’t-miss travel news, from groundbreaking studies and data to tips on decompressing from your next destination meeting. Want to hear from market experts advising on successful business group planning strategies? We have you covered. Travel tech tools you need in your carry-on? We have just the thing.

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