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UKEVENTS showcases the £61.6 Billion Value of the UK events industry at exhibition in Parliament

Prestige Events Magazine

billion value of the sector and its pivotal role in supporting local economies, driving business tourism, and creating jobs across the country. With over 700,000 people employed in the sector, the UK events industry plays a crucial role in economic growth. This breadth and depth not only fuel the industrys 61.6

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How New Orleans Recovered after a Natural Disaster

Smart Meetings

As an owner of a corporate destination management franchise in New Orleans, I saw the reality of ground zero as I worked to rebuild my business after Hurricane Katrina in 2005. Welcome Empathy Tourism. We chose to meet potential clients at trade shows or at their office. The reality is quite the opposite.

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Smart Moves in San Diego, New York and More

Smart Meetings

He previously served as vice president of venue management and entertainment operations for Caesars Entertainment Las Vegas. He has over three decades of experience in venue management at performing arts centers, arenas and stadiums. Now, he has assumed the role of general manager. million-square-foot waterfront property.

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Three Professors Weigh in on How Experiential Marketing Degree Programs are Taking Shape

Event Marketer

Yulitza Sosa graduated from Florida International University (FIU) in Miami with a bachelor’s degree in hospitality management and then went on to work as an event coordinator for a catering company. And there are more evolutions like this taking place at schools across the country.

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What will a Labour government mean for the UK events industry?

Prestige Events Magazine

The country’s newly appointed Prime Minister, Sir Keir Starmer, made multiple references to both the tourism and events sector leading up to and during the election, specifically sporting events such as the UEFA European Football Championship, ICC Women’s T20 World Cup and the Invictus Games.

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14 Must-Attend Hospitality Conferences for Industry Professionals in 2022

Social Tables

CONNECT guests can focus on networking with industry peers, building lasting professional connections, finding tips for hosting modern meetings or events, and discovering how to integrate new cutting-edge hospitality strategies into their business. HFTP Mid-South Atlantic Regional Conference . Exchanges will be held at the Dobson Ice Arena.

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An Ode to 40 Women Influencers In the Events Industry

Hubilo Blog

Previously for 20+ years, she has been an instructor of Special Event Planning and Sustainable Event Operations. Rachel Wimberly : Another passionate and amazing women leader in the events industry! Rachel in her wide career of journalism and events has mastered Trade Shows.