SpotMe Blog

JUNE 13, 2023

With so many logistics to handle and compliance regulations to consider when managing pharma events, working with expert pharma event management companies can help reduce stress and ensure you achieve your business goals more easily. We regularly update our list of the top pharma event management companies.

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Event Industry News

APRIL 15, 2025

Unique Venues of London (UVL) is a collective association of extraordinary venues across London.

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Planning Pod

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

In this article, we’ll give an overview of the different types of floorplans used in event businesses, the value of accurate and detailed floorplans, and how you can use them to land more leads, delight clients, and keep your team on track. Get started today!

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Event Industry News

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

To celebrate its 10th Anniversary, the Event Photography Awards organised a special Best Ever contest which saw the ten past EPA Overall Winner images qualify for the final alongside the winners of fifteen Best Ever categories, judged through an online system that attracted votes from some 4,000 event industry professionals from over 40 countries across (..)

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Event Industry News

APRIL 8, 2025

Crescat, the event management software, has today announced the launch of a Grassroots Grant Scheme, in partnership with industry organisations Music Venue Trust (MVT) and Association of Independent Festivals (AIF) in the UK and Norwegian Live (Norske Kulturarrangr – NKA) in Norway, aptly named Crescat GO.

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Event Industry News

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

The Venues of Excellence (VOE) Annual Conference 2025 Positive Evolution, was held this year at the recently renovated Imago Venues, Burleigh Court, brought together over 130 industry leaders, professionals, and suppliers for an inspiring celebration of growth, collaboration, and innovation.

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Event Industry News

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

A Scottish harbour and freight yard will undergo a transformation to become one of Scotlands biggest outdoor music venues this summer. Peterson Seabase at Port of Aberdeen will become a 7000 capacity venue hosting top acts for The Tall Ships Races Aberdeen 2025. The event will also feature food stalls and bars from July 19 until 22.

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Endless Events

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Whether you opt for an in-person or hybrid event, you need the right venue to create a truly captivating experience. Newbie event planners will often pick a venue, negotiate a deal with them, and sign the venue’s provided contract. . Why should you let your venue dictate what happens at your event?

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Endless Events

JUNE 13, 2022

In 2022, they will keep moving out of impersonal hotel ballrooms to more unique venues. One of the biggest event trends in 2022 is sourcing venues with character. Local event venues can make a lasting impression on your attendees and gives them a chance to get to know the destination better. The Van Buren PHX.

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Event Industry News

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

We’re proud to provide an event venue finder service that provides reassurance to our clients that their event suppliers are powered by good.

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Event Industry News

APRIL 10, 2025

Venues of Excellence (VOE) in partnership with Wilson Vale, were delighted to see the 23rd Cook and Serve Challenge take place on Saturday 5th April 2025. This years theme, Inspiring Creativity through Conscious Choices, challenged VOE member venues to craft culinary masterpieces and deliver exceptional service to invited guests.

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Event Industry News

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Lime Venue Portfolio is delighted to announce that Jo Austin, currently serving as Sales Director, has taken on an additional leadership role as the new Conference & Events Sustainability Lead for Compass Group UK&I.

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Event Industry News

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

Music Venue Trust (MVT) has announced six new patrons, who will become the organisations latest high profile supporters and advocates.

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Event Industry News

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Lime Venue Portfolio is set to unveil the second installment of its ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) Event Planning Guide series. The guides, released over 12 months, address each element of ESG, offering practical frameworks for member venues and event organisers.

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Attendease

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

Determine your event’s value. Before exploring price strategies to drive event revenue, you’ll need to revisit your event design. In a recent talk with Anthony Vade, Director, North America at Event Design Collective , we learned just how crucial this step is. Uncover your event’s value.

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Event Industry News

JANUARY 9, 2024

Dreamland Margate, on the Kent coast, has become the latest venue to join the Lime Venue Portfolio, representing yet another attraction within the 80+ strong venue group, and further unique choices for organisers.

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Canadian Special Events

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. Known for their creative and customized approach to event design, C3 Events infused the space with elegance and warmth.

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Event Industry News

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Conveniently located with excellent transport links and full DDA compliance, it’s the perfect setting for events that inspire creativity and connection. Lumiere London’s Underwood flagship is a beacon of sustainability, inclusivity, and community impact.

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Event Industry News

MAY 22, 2024

If we can’t change the music industry now, then we’ll change it in 10 years’ time Music Venue Trust (MVT) has announced ‘The Artist Pledge’, a campaign that calls on artists to commit to support grassroots music venues at the point in their careers when they are headlining arenas.

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Event Industry News

APRIL 10, 2025

The Association of Event Venues (AEV) has become the latest organisation to join the All-Party Parliamentary Group for Events (APPG) as a corporate member.

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Event Industry News

OCTOBER 15, 2024

The Jockey Club Venues, a collection of prestigious racecourse event and hospitality venues across the UK, has strengthened its Business Development team with the appointment of Dan Elliott in the new role of Head of New Business. Dan will join newly promoted Head of Conference and Events Sales for the group, Charlotte Jones.

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Event Industry News

MARCH 25, 2025

Bristols newest live music venue, The Prospect Building, has become the rst in the UK to permanently install TagMixa patented technology that ensures live performances sound as incredible online as they do in person.

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Conferences that Work

AUGUST 12, 2024

I learned about them when I presented at The Religious Conference Management Association annual conference in 2014, and I’ve written about what meeting designers can learn from religious services. However there isn’t much academic research into event management, so I was happy to discover Ruth Dowson and Daniel H.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 10, 2023

Read More: First Business Events Industry Week Showcased Purpose. Celebrating Excellence Winners of the PCMA Visionary Award were announced on Thursday, March 8 th and included: Jodi VanWoerkom, senior event manager, Association for Talent Development for Digital Experience Strategist of the Year; Tim Mathy, senior partner, SpeakInc.

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Event Industry News

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

The Yorkshire Event Centre (YEC) is the North’s premier venue for exhibitions, conferences and dinners. Located in the heart of Yorkshire, the award-winning venue offers exceptional facilities and outstanding services to ensure a successful and memorable event.

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Event Industry News

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

The Motorist is the most exciting automotive venue in the North! Based in Sherburn in Elmet, near Leeds, we have a remarkable experience to offer anyone who comes to our unique venue. We have a state of the art Garage & Bodyshop to give your car a full revamp, an award winning Restaurant, Meetings & […]

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Attendease

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Prioritize strategic planning and execution Once you’ve defined clear objectives, the next step is developing an in-depth event strategy and plan that aligns with organizational goals. This includes considering your internal resources (budget, stakeholders, event management software) and external resources (sponsors, vendors, partners).

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Attendease

APRIL 11, 2019

Hundreds of logistics decisions go into planning a successful event. Between the effort expended choosing a venue, organizing sessions and managing other major responsibilities, it can be tempting to let little details like registration page design fall off your radar. Event Design Mistakes to Avoid.

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Event Industry News

APRIL 18, 2023

The prestigious event will take place at Nottingham Venue’s Orchard Hotel on Tuesday 20 June. Nottingham Venues is pleased to announce that is has been selected as the host venue for the upcoming UDine Awards.

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Event Industry News

AUGUST 30, 2024

The Association of Event Venues (AEV) has launched the AEV academic endorsement framework for event management degrees. The framework will address four key attributes: technical skills, professional attributes, core values and events […]

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Planning Pod

JULY 27, 2022

Here at Planning Pod, we build venue and event management software tools that help our customers close more business, so we want to do everything in our power to help them improve and grow. What are you looking for from a venue/planner? Who else are you working with to plan and execute the event? source: Spotio ).

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Event Industry News

JUNE 14, 2023

Music Venue Trust (MVT), the charity which represents over 900 hundred grassroots music venues across the UK, has warmly welcomed a new £5million investment in Grassroots Music Venues announced by Secretary of State for Culture Lucy Frazer.

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Event Industry News

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

With experience hosting a range of events including, academic conferences, annual symposiums, summer schools, training sessions and seminars, Imperial Venues holds the expertise to support […]

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Event Industry News

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

As technology continues to advance, this guide is designed to connect you with the latest tools, trends, and providers in event technology. Whether you’re an event organiser, supplier, or venue, this guide is packed with essential insights and resources for building memorable, innovative, and efficient events.

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Event Industry News

JANUARY 30, 2025

AGF (A Greener Future) reveals 34 events, venues and innovators from 14 countries as finalists in theInternational AGF Awards 2025, sponsored by Skydiamond.

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Event Industry News

AUGUST 31, 2023

The venue was temporarily stripped of its licence and has been closed since two people […] By Robert Firth, Local Democracy Reporting Service The operator of the O2 Academy Brixton wants to replace its crowd control barriers if it is allowed to re-open following a fatal crush outside one of its concerts, it has been revealed.

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Social Tables

JANUARY 12, 2023

From event conception and stage design to technical programming and day-of event coordination, event planners manage the event planning process from start to finish. Planners work with vendors, suppliers, and venues to coordinate meal service, event staffing, negotiate pricing, and so much more.

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