Need Temporary Staff for Meetings? Look No Further
EventMB
FEBRUARY 19, 2025
Skift Take: There are many sources where you can find contractors to help with everything from registration to on-site assistance. You don't have to go it alone.
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HOW TO ORGANISE THE IDEAL HOME SHOW, GILES PERRY, IDEAL HOME SHOW DIRECTOR TELLS ALL
Prestige Events Magazine
FEBRUARY 17, 2025
Giles Perry is a driving force behind the Ideal Home Show , who has been leading the show for over 15 years, expanding its reach to include Spring and Christmas editions, as well as the Eat & Drink Festival, and The Cake & Bake Show. The Ideal Home Show, in partnership with La Redoute, which has been a cornerstone of British culture since 1908, is set to return to Olympia London from 21 st March to 6 th April 2025.
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NBA All-Star 2025: Sponsor Activations from Google, Nike, Amex and More
Event Marketer
FEBRUARY 19, 2025
The 74 th annual NBA All-Star Game and its new mini tournament format received some harsh criticism , but when it came to brand activations and events hosted over the weekend, fans gave rave reviews. Throughout NBA All-Star 2025, hosted Feb. 14-16 in the San Francisco Bay Area, sponsors flooded the NBA Crossover experience at Moscone Center, as well as the leagues All-Star Alley activation space, with hands-on engagements built for hoops superfans and casual viewers alike.
Case Study: A Masterclass in Goosebump Moments
Smart Meetings
FEBRUARY 21, 2025
Hosts Global Forum convened in Athens to celebrate ferocious creativity Destination Management Companies (DMCs) embody a wealth of resources for planners, helping with access for everything from transportation and entertainment to decor and gifting. They are strategic partners who can help build a program based on client goals and budgets. All of that was on display this week in Greece at the historic Hotel Grande Bretagne Athens as partners and clients gathered for Hosts Global Forum.
Beyond the Buzz: How to Turn Marketing Trends into Revenue-Driving Strategies
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.
Beware of These 5 Hidden Hotel Fees
EventMB
FEBRUARY 21, 2025
Skift Take: Hotel fees buried deep in your contract or on your hotels web site can add 30-40% to the cost of your meeting. Heres how to negotiate them down.
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Skift Take: Wordly CEO Lakshman Rathnam highlights the growing demand for live translation in meetings and events, emphasizing how AI and automation are transforming efficiency, scalability, and accessibility to better serve diverse global audiences and attendees.
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Provocative Sets, Mirrors and Community Building at MAGIC / Project Shows
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Pink recycled leather jackets and feather clutches were just some of the trending pieces at MAGIC, Project and Sourcing at MAGIC, organized by Informa Markets, that brought the fab fashion and lifestyle vibes Feb. 10-12 to the Las Vegas Convention Center. These shows are all about a unique blend of vibe and business. While there are usually no complicated, multi-storied exhibits on the show floor, brands here excel at catching the buyers attention and getting them in the order-writing groove.
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New and Renovated: This Must Be the Place
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Wherever you go, these new and renovated hotels offer the sense of place youre looking for. Three unique destinations, each with their own charm. Three new and renovated hotels, ideal for small to mid-size meetings and committed to bringing that destination to life. From The Biggest Little City to the Atlantic Ocean, and a historic gem in-between, your next meeting destination awaits.
Science Museum reveals new accredited catering list
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Following a competitive tender process, the Science Museum in South Kensington has revealed its new approved catering list for events at the museum, which features a mix of both new and retained caterers. The museum will continue its long-standing relationships with Blue Strawberry, By Word of Mouth, Food by Dish, Moving Venue and Rocket. These retained suppliers bring with them incredible knowledge and experience of the venue along with creative ideas and event solutions that regularly elevate
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Skift Take: Liz Irving's journey to CEO of Clarion Events North America proves that sometimes the best career moves start with saying "yes" to the jobs nobody else wants. In a candid interview, Irving dishes on leadership, vulnerability as a superpower, and why you should never wait for permission to speak.
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As a luxury hotel sales director, youve seen how increasingly sophisticated meeting planners are becoming in their venue selection. Here are three pivotal trends that are transforming how premium properties can differentiate themselves and deliver exceptional value. Takeaway Tip: Suppliers who embrace these trends and market them effectively in their RFPs, proposals, and promotional materials will stand out as trusted partners for meeting planners. 1.
All Party Parliamentary Group for Events to hold first event in Parliament
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The All Party Parliamentary Group for Events (APPG) will hold its first event of the new Parliament since being reconstituted in December. The event, hosted by Shaun Davies, Member of Parliament for Telford, and Chair of the APPG, will be a private dinner held in the House of Commons on Tuesday 6th May 2025. Invited guests will include Parliamentary members of the APPG, along with the recently registered Group and Corporate members, alongside senior leaders from across the UK events sector.
How to Get Speakers, Exhibitors, and Attendees to Promote Your Event With Video
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London Hotel Group, The Wesley, has two sustainable hotels based in Camden and Euston, that serve as the perfect location for delegates looking for a corporate event, training, conference or meeting space in Central London. The hotels offer functionality, convenience and flexibility, not to mention are ideally located, the Euston hotel is just minutes away from Euston Station.
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Skift Take: Make sure your attendees are aware of these 5 new changes regarding travel document requirements to avoid hassles at the airport.
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