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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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Conferences that Work

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

The corporate-owned platforms we rely on for professional and personal communities are increasingly failing to meet our needs. Major social media networks have become saturated with advertisements, data mining, and algorithmic controls that hinder authentic engagement. This shift poses significant threats to the integrity and autonomy of our online interactions.

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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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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.

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Speaker: Alexa Acosta, 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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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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Prestige Events Magazine

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Butlins has announced the appointment of Ervina Kiezaite as the new National Sales Manager for Conferences & Events. With over 12 years of experience in sales, events, and marketing, Ervina is set to lead the continued growth of Butlins Conference & Events across its three resorts in Bognor Regis, Skegness, and Minehead. Ervina joins Butlins from Clermont Hotel Group, where she successfully worked in Sales and Marketing for more than four years.Her wealth of expertise in delivering high-

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Caterease

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Introduction The catering industry has long been associated with polished presentations, pristine plating, and formal dining experiences. However, a new trend has emerged in recent yearsrustic, unpolished catering styles that embrace imperfection while celebrating authenticity. Rustic catering isn’t about carelessness but intentionally creating an organic, handcrafted aesthetic that feels warm, inviting, and memorable.

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EventMB

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

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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EventSource

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

As their magical day unfolded, Kelsey and Darcy shimmered with pure love and bliss, filling the air with a sense of joy that touched the hearts of those who came to witness their wedding celebration at The Royal Conservatory. Thanks to Leann Weston Photography behind the lens, every moment of their day was beautifully preserved, turning them into lasting memories.

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Prestige Events Magazine

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Woodhead installed as commercial director at XSEM A Yorkshire-headquartered brand engagement agency has strengthened its leadership team with the recruitment of a new commercial director. Rob Woodhead has joined Leeds-based XSEM with the aim of growing its already widening client base. The former managing director of Simply Better, a Bingley-based events and marketing agency which ceased trading in 2024, has paid tribute to XSEM for successfully riding out a period that devastated the events ind

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Event Marketer

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

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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EventMB

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

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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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

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.

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Prestige Events Magazine

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

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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Event Marketer

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

How can data transform a trade show exhibit into a powerful driver of brand awareness, engagement, and ROI? Siemens, in partnership with Freemans A/V team and agency, Sparks, brought a reimagined exhibit to CES 2025 that was based on the insights collected at its award-winning CES 2024 exhibit and throughout the year. The exhibits were designed to effectively showcase how technologies like industrial artificial intelligence, digital twins, and the industrial metaverse are driving innovation and

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EventMB

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

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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Event Industry News

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Jennifer Vance, Founder at Time & Space has 15 years of event experience. But when she took seven years off to raise and care for her three children, she found she was returning to not only a vastly different landscape but with a crisis of confidence and a feeling of where do I go now.

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Prestige Events Magazine

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

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.

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Event Marketer

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

FIVE THINGS TO KNOW THIS WEEK This weeks hot takes on hot topics in experiential cover Duos death, Third Nipples and pop-up radio stations. DEATH BY CYBERTRUCK: RIP DUO When fake tragedy strikes, the internet is at its finest. Were talking, of course, about the Feb. 12 death of Duolingos wise(ass) owl mascot, Duo, and the flood of mourning fans and brands who have reacted to his untimely demise on social media.

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EventMB

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Skift Take: Replacing plastic, recycling, going paperless: These are great first steps toward greening your meeting. But now it's time to ask more questions.

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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.

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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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FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Gamification refers to the use of game-like elements and dynamics in non-playful contexts to enhance motivation and engagement. Specifically, gamification in events aims to transform the attendee experience, making it more interactive and memorable. Integrating game mechanics promotes greater participation and fosters deeper connections between attendees and presented content.

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Prestige Events Magazine

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

The UKs largest charitable social enterprise leisure provider – GLL – will add Westminster Boating Base to its portfolio of unique and first class event venues when it takes on management and operations on behalf of the Westminster Boating Base charity from 1 March 2025, following an agreement struck with the charitys trustees. Nestled on the banks of the River Thames, Westminster Boating Base boasts one of Londons most distinctive event venues, offering unparalleled riverside views

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EventMB

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Skift Take: While others chase instant booking, Hivr's AI voice agent is tackling a current pain point in booking meetings: endless back-and-forth emails and calls.

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Event Industry News

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

As more and more events look to reduce their power consumption and power up on their green credentials, one element of live events that makes a huge impact is the stage. But no live event can do without stage and sound so what gives?

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

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.

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FEBRUARY 21, 2025

In a world overflowing with noise and endless options, an event that strikes an emotional chord stands out. Ive always been interested in how emotion can spur someone to action how the exact right words can inspire someone to make a change to their life, how hearing a story that tugs at the heartstrings can open someone up to make a donation to a cause, and how understanding why a piece of legislation threatens their livelihood can get even the most uninvolved person to call their local represe

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EventMB

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Skift Take: If the decision has been made to include children at your meeting, it's up to you to keep them safe and to protect your company from liability.

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