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MAY 5, 2022
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, the perfect time to consider the importance of mental health to our overall well-being. It’s a chance to raise awareness about the symptoms of depression, anxiety, and other mental stresses in order to encourage optimal health and happiness. Many schools, businesses, churches, and other organizations count on event creators […].
EventMB
MAY 2, 2022
The annual TED Conference is an invitation-only affair that draws more than 2,000 experts, visionaries, and influencers from all over the world. TED head of conferences Monique Ruff-Bell, a 23-year veteran of the events industry, shares her takeaways. Monique Ruff-Bell, head of conferences for TED, may have 23 years of experience in the events industry, […].
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webMOBI
MAY 3, 2022
Branding elements for a successful event can vary greatly depending on the event design and what it is meant to represent. For example, the event venue will impact the event branding ideas. An outdoor concert may require less branding than a trade show because the former is associated with leisure activities and the latter is […].
Event Marketer
MAY 5, 2022
EMS first-timers met up during Happy Hours for snacks and networking at The Hub. From the buzz on the expo floor to the lively session Q&As to the countless “How the hell have you beens” in the halls, the sentiment among attendees and partners of the 20 th annual Experiential Marketing Summit was one and the same: We’re back. Yep, the energy was as high as the Las Vegas temps at the milestone event, April 27-29 at the MGM Grand, where the industry gathered with an extra spring in its step as
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.
Smart Meetings
MAY 6, 2022
No one really knows what events will look like in a post Covid-19 world and it’s difficult to see how things will pan out over the coming year. The most recent seasons have taught us that venues with the ability to quickly adapt to their environment and their experiential offerings were the most resilient in a time of peak uncertainty. The reality is likely that for the foreseeable future, most attendees will be split between those willing and able to attend in person and those who cannot and wi
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Prestige Events Magazine
MAY 3, 2022
Greengage Solutions has linked up with some of the top UK sustainable events venues to form the Greengage Platinum Inner Circle with the aim to examine key challenges relating to sustainability in events and meetings and to share best practice ideas with others towards a greener approach. The Platinum Inner Circle has identified that there is a need to find ways to minimise waste in the first place rather than just focusing on how to deal with waste produced.
EventMB
MAY 2, 2022
Want attendees to feel FOMO 365 days a year? Learn how to turn events into touchpoints for a year-round community with these five strategies. The digital revolution may have begun decades ago, but it has undeniably accelerated over the past two years. Technology has helped to bridge many different facets of our lives, most specifically […]. The post 5 Essential Strategies for Building a Successful Event Community by Notified appeared first on [link].
Smart Meetings
MAY 3, 2022
“We understand the importance of connection; we understand the importance of culture,” said David Peckinpaugh, Maritz president and CEO, reflecting on meetings’ return to F2F (face-to-face) amid dawning young talent during our Smart Chat Live! last week, “How to Nurture the Next Generation of Meeting Professionals.”. Peckinpaugh opened with a contextualizing anecdote from his youth, illustrating the impact his grandfather’s professional lessons had on Peckinpaugh’s understanding of perseve
Conferences that Work
MAY 2, 2022
I just built a Corsi-Rosenthal Box. You might be thinking “ what? ” Well, it’s a simple and inexpensive DIY air filtering device that helps remove airborne viruses, wildfire pollution, pollen, dust, etc. from indoor air. Of particular note: the filters used are good enough to remove COVID-19 aerosols from contaminated air. Also, it’s incredibly easy to build and inexpensive.
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.
Prestige Events Magazine
MAY 6, 2022
Michael Begley, CEO of venuedirectory.com. The past couple of years have been a game changer for the business events industry as planners had to learn how best to adapt to an ever-evolving business climate during the pandemic. As the industry powers back into life with a busy calendar of meetings and events, the RFP process evolved and is playing a crucial role in the sector’s recovery.
EventMB
MAY 4, 2022
It is no easy feat for an event to become net zero, but event professionals can now track their progress in reducing global greenhouse gas emissions using industry-dedicated tools. Much of the event industry has committed to becoming Net Zero, eliminating global greenhouse gases associated with events. New event-focused carbon management tools are intent on […].
Smart Meetings
MAY 6, 2022
When in Miami, the best course of action is to make a splash. Smart Meetings 3-Day National Experience at Kimpton EPIC Hotel leveraged the best of the sunny, water-adjacent location to bring everyone together memorably. The specialty of the house in this newly renovated 411-room property was mixing elevated service with elegant surroundings, inspiring ideas and top-shelf meeting professionals from around the country.
Eventbrite UK
MAY 4, 2022
Are you planning a performing arts event but aren’t sure where that all-important finance is going to come from? Securing funding can often be a challenge for creators organising performing arts events of all kinds, especially given the uncertainty caused in the last few years by the COVID-19 pandemic. Now that events have returned for […].
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Prestige Events Magazine
MAY 6, 2022
A group of major event brands, led by ICE (In-house Corporate Events), is calling for event industry input into the continued development of an event sustainability measurement tool that will be free of charge and applicable for every event. The group includes ICE, Maritz Global Events, DRPG, Cvent, ACC Liverpool and Encore, each of whom have helped fund the ‘BETA’ version of the web app.
EventMB
MAY 3, 2022
Event tech thought leaders share insights on partnering with tech providers to create personalized, immersive event experiences that deliver meaningful engagement. This article is based on content included in the 2022 edition of the EventMB Virtual Event Tech Guide, a valuable resource for all event professionals who understand and appreciate the value of virtual event […].
Smart Meetings
MAY 5, 2022
Across the pond, the U.K. events industry is picking up the pace. ExCel London exhibition center, at London’s Royal Docks, detailed the rapid regrowth it’s seeing as an events industry hub and the creation of an “events superhighway”—the Elizabeth line—in two of its recent press releases. A venue with its more than 1.1 million sq. ft. of meeting space, ExCel is leading London and the wider events industry back to profit and progress.
Endless Events
MAY 5, 2022
Event technology has finally become an integral part of our event strategies. It’s taken us many years, even though many event profs have been preaching about numerous benefits of event technology for ages. The pandemic sped up the adoption of technology and software solutions in the events industry. After all, virtual and hybrid events fully depend on technology.
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Prestige Events Magazine
MAY 5, 2022
Supports SEC & OVO Energy’s commitments to become net zero businesses by 2030. Title partner OVO Energy committed to supporting the venue in further reducing the environmental impact of its world-class entertainment programme. The award solidifies Glasgow’s commitment to sustainability following the city hosting COP26 last year. The OVO Hydro, a Scottish Event Campus (SEC) venue , has been announced as the first arena in the world to achieve A Greener Arena (AGA) certification for its commi
EventMB
MAY 5, 2022
As the U.S. becomes more politically divided and companies and associations more engaged, a state has a greater chance to enact a law that may challenge an event’s ethics. Pivot MIA, a conference focused on business and technology, pulled out of Florida in March after a bill was passed limiting classroom instruction on sexual orientation […]. The post When State Laws Challenge an Event’s Values by Andrea Doyle appeared first on [link].
Smart Meetings
MAY 2, 2022
There’s good reason floral motifs have withstood the test of time. In every era, flowers remain a timeless feature of event decor that refuses to fall out of style. It’s hard to deny the draw of freshly cut flowers. Lawn Love , a platform for independent lawn and yard maintenance professionals, published the results of its study, “ 2022’s Best Cities for Local Flowers ,” which compared 200 U.S. cities in flower access, delivery access, vendor quality and local demand.
Endless Events
MAY 2, 2022
There are many ways to send out event notifications: via email, SMS, private messaging apps, and event platforms. And as we embrace event technology as the base of our events , they’re becoming increasingly more important. How we communicate with our attendees matters, so it’s vital to learn what mode of communication they prefer and not be too spammy.
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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
Prestige Events Magazine
MAY 4, 2022
Venue Management organisation, Central Hall Venues (CHV), today announces the reshaping of its entire team structure in a radical overhaul for future growth. The move comes after CHV acquired two new UK-wide event venues in 2021, Nicolson Square Edinburgh and St Saviourgate York, and plans further expansion. As a result of the changes, the entire Executive Director team has been reshaped, alongside the creation of a new Group Management Team to manage the growth of the multi-venue operations and
EventMB
MAY 5, 2022
What were meeting planners discussing at the first in-person Global DMC Partners conference since 2019? Just like the conference itself, their events are moving back to in-person — but rapidly rising demand also means growing pressures. It’s no secret that the pandemic has decimated many parts of the event industry. The tides may finally be […].
Smart Meetings
MAY 2, 2022
Advances in technology and operations make California a leader in earth-friendly gathering. California innovators are actively inventing a more sustainable future in and out of the ballroom. At a time when many are reacting to changes in climate and attendee expectations, the golden state’s hospitality sector is leading the way to a future that will continue to welcome change-makers for decades to come.
MeetingsNet
MAY 6, 2022
The latest planner sentiments gathered by AV and production firm Encore also reveal that they expect to host smaller in-person audiences with smaller budgets versus 2019, while focusing more on attendee engagement and networking. In a recent survey of 989 full-time and ad-hoc event coordinators by AV and production firm Encore, 52 percent say that their meetings in the second half of 2022 will be exclusively in person, while 25 percent say they will be hybrid and 23 percent say they will be full
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.
Prestige Events Magazine
MAY 4, 2022
The QS rankings not only measure the strength and quality of teaching, but also the quality and output of research activity, employability and the RCM’s international profile. Rankings are compiled from the opinions of academics and employers and from analysis of research output and impact. In recent years the Royal College of Music has transformed its campus, adding a new performance hall, a new performance studio, a new, large café and courtyard area and a new Museum – spaces that are all avai
Special Events
MAY 1, 2022
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Smart Meetings
MAY 6, 2022
Anna Olson. Hotel Cerro in San Luis Obispo, California, appointed Olson general manager. Most recently, the 27-year hospitality and business development veteran was CEO at Central Coast Distillery, aiding in the launch of the boutique distillery. Olson is also a lecturer at California Polytechnic State University , San Luis Obispo in extended education and guest service for business development.
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