Event Industry News

MARCH 30, 2020

The inaugural Sustainable Event Awards (SEA), celebrating environmentalism across worldwide events, suppliers and venues, is to go ahead. Organised by the Event Industry News team, sponsored by GES, supported by the Sustainable Event Alliance and by the gamut of industry associations, SEA open to entries from April 1st.

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Event Industry News

FEBRUARY 7, 2020

Event Industry News joined proud guide sponsor, GES, at their Sustainable Breakfast Briefing yesterday (6 th Feb) to launch their brand-new guide, The Sustainable Event Buyer’s Guide. Audience members took advantage of the Slido platform to submit their questions to the panel throughout the event.

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Event Industry News

JULY 3, 2020

With so many marketing departments still out of office, physically and virtually, the deadline for entries to the Sustainable Event Awards (SEAs) has been extended. Friday 28 th August is the new deadline for entries to the inaugural Sustainable Event Awards.

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Endless Events

MARCH 17, 2020

Have you heard about the Sustainable Event Awards? It’s probably old news to you that sustainability is a topic we love discussing. It’s not just about how to plan sustainable events. And that’s exactly where the Sustainable Event Awards come in. We took that same approach.

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Event Industry News

FEBRUARY 20, 2020

The forces behind Event Industry News (EIN) are pleased to announce their brand-new awards which will be dedicated entirely to sustainability within the event industry. The Sustainable Event Awards’ purpose is two-fold. The awards are powered by Event software company, Evessio.

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BizBash

APRIL 23, 2020

As an ode to Earth Day, here's a retro roundup of 10 sustainable-meets-stylish events over the decade.

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EventMB

FEBRUARY 26, 2020

A new generation of event-goers is hungry for events that are meaningful, memorable, and shareable. They want events to deliver the collaboration and face-to-face connection they can’t get online, and they want it in a personalized package. Download this report to discover the trends shaping event experiences in 2020.

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Event Industry News

FEBRUARY 24, 2020

Last week, we published an article exploring the impacts event catering can have on the environment. This week, we have delved into events and organisations that are leading by example and transforming their catering to help mitigate climate change. How easy is sustainable catering in the event industry? emissions.”.

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Event Industry News

MAY 8, 2020

The Sustainable Event Awards Celebrate Excellence in Event Sustainability. How long have you worked in the events industry and what keeps you interested in it? moments working in the events industry? What was the last event on which you worked? What was the last event on which you worked?

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Event Industry News

MAY 1, 2020

The Sustainable Event Awards Celebrate Excellence in Event Sustainability. Led Sustainability at Smyle for 10 years and set up the industry wide initiative Sustainable Events Summit in 2014. How long have you worked in the events industry and what keeps you interested in it? Best (and worst?)

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Eventsforce

NOVEMBER 4, 2020

Events often generate large amounts of unnecessary waste, adding to an already concerning amount produced each year in most parts of the world. But the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on our industry has forced many organisers to move their events online. Events in a Post-Covid 19 World: New Challenges . Probably not.

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Event Industry News

MARCH 3, 2020

Events require transportation. To get your event infrastructure from point A to B, hiring a haulage company is the quickest, easiest and most cost-effective solution. But is it the most sustainable? Are there any steps organisers/suppliers can take to make their event logistics more sustainable? Absolutely.

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Event Industry News

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

The Scottish Event Campus today announced the appointment of Jennifer Ennis as Environment & Waste Manager. The role will see a major emphasis on developing the SEC’s sustainability strategy SEC through collective effort and engagement across the company.

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PCMA Convene

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

Reusing banners and other signage that isn’t date-, location-, or event-specific is a great way to make your event more sustainable. As part of Convene ‘s March CMP Series story “ A To-Do List for Planet Earth’s Planners ,” here a few ways that event organizers can incorporate the SDGs: Get certified.

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Event Industry News

MAY 20, 2020

The Sustainable Event Awards Celebrate Excellence in Event Sustainability. I have worked in the events industry for 12 years and seen a range of events and over the last 5 years really started to focus on sustainability in the industry. moments working in the events industry?

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Eventbase

JANUARY 9, 2020

In 2019, we witnessed climate strike movements happening all over the world as consumers put more pressure on governments and industry to provide sustainable solutions to combat CO2 production, plastic packaging and waste. What is sustainable event management? However, there are some ways to reduce this waste.

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PCMA Convene

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

These are the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals that event planners ranked atop their list of most important. based nonprofit Positive Impact Events, was designed to gather information about which goals event professionals were most interested in achieving, said Positive Impact Events’ Fiona Pelham.

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Event Industry News

APRIL 23, 2020

As the world celebrates Earth Day 2020, the Events Industry Council (EIC) is pleased to announce the first organisations to have achieved the EIC Sustainable Event Standards. The new standards, launched in September 2019, are a central initiative of EIC’s Centre for Sustainable Events. Atlanta, Ga., Baltimore, Md.,

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Event Industry News

APRIL 28, 2020

Organisers of the Sustainable Event Awards have announced today leading event s oftware company Evessio as their official partner and platform provider for the inaugural event which take place online in September 2020. The SEAs will be an essential role in highlighting those events businesses who are leading the way.

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Techsytalk

JUNE 18, 2020

Sustainable weddings is the expertise of Ellen Hockley Harrison and, in this episode, we talk to her about finding her niche, building a brand she's passionate about and so much more! Connect with Ellen: The Good Green Webinar The Good Green Website Greater Good Events.

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All Seated

APRIL 6, 2020

It’s safe to say that sustainability is at the top of mind for all event professionals during the COVID-19 pandemic, especially given that many clients are pressing pause on events for the immediate future. Event planning checklist tips for long-term stability. Why communication is key.

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Gallus Events

JANUARY 14, 2020

A throw-away trend or something that will shape our events, how should we view flight shaming in the events industry? In December 2019 I travelled to Madrid to attend the Sustainable Innovation Summit, an official side event at the COP 26 UN Climate Change Conference. But really what did anyone expect?

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Velvet Chainsaw

APRIL 8, 2020

This is the first in a series of blogs posts, written collaboratively by our team, which uncover lessons learned in advising our clients on their events in the time of COVID-19. Don’t underestimate the value of affiliation and act in good faith to sustain long-term relationships. Unlikely Allies. Don’t waste this crisis. Program Build.

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Velvet Chainsaw

OCTOBER 14, 2020

In the February 2019 issue of Convene, I wrote about Why the Sustainability of the Trade-Show Business Model is in Question. Provide sponsor benefits that include: Access – Passes to VIP events and/or the virtual experience. Sponsor benefits that go beyond the dates of the virtual event. Trusted Platform.

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Event Industry News

SEPTEMBER 2, 2020

Twelve of the leading event agencies have put their support behind the creation of isla , a new industry organisation that will support businesses to implement consistent standards of environmental impact, measurement and management of events. It’s amazing what can be achieved when we work collaboratively.”. www.weareisla.co.uk.

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Velvet Chainsaw

JANUARY 21, 2020

Although PCMA has long resisted the traditional expo hall, this new central area allowed attendees to find one another more effectively than in the more diffused settings in previous events. Key takeaway: Consider creating a central zone at your event with features that enhance the attendee experience and engagement.

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Event Industry News

OCTOBER 7, 2020

isla, the recently launched organisation for sustainable events, has announced the arrival of fifteen new members. The incoming companies include nine event & experiential agencies and six event support businesses. This will allow events to track progress against standardised sustainability ambitions.

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Event Industry News

JUNE 5, 2020

At the last meeting of the Events industry Board, members continued to press for more support as they reviewed measures for the longer term recovery of the Industry. More recognition was sought for the Industry in the recovery planning process and participating in the development of specific guidance for the Events Industry.

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Skift

JANUARY 29, 2020

Attendees at an event for the Association of Theatre in Higher Education. A new report from Eventbrite shows that planners are increasingly concerned with sustainability. ATHE / Flickr Skift Take: Planners are taking simple steps to address sustainability at their events, with a specific focus on reducing waste.

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Event Industry News

OCTOBER 8, 2020

Anna Abdelnoor, a freelance corporate event producer, is co-founder of the not for profit group Isla, which launched in September, focused on supporting and encouraging the event industry’s transition to sustainable working practices.

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Endless Events

JUNE 30, 2020

Over the past year, sustainability has become top of mind for planners. And the events industry as a whole has doubled down on efforts to become greener. Part of this sustainability trend also refers to food waste in the events industry. So what can we, as event professionals, do to end this practice?

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EventMB

FEBRUARY 25, 2020

Virtual events have become more popular in recent years due to improving tech as well as their cost-effectiveness and environmental merit. Now, with the coronavirus prompting event cancellations and travel bans worldwide, virtual events have never been more timely.

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GEVME

JANUARY 27, 2020

Events and gatherings happen in all sizes, at all kinds of social and commercial environments — whether it is a Christmas party, a large scale conference or a business event. While people love spending their time in such places, the organizers do not really place sustainability as the anchor of organizing such events.

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GEVME

JANUARY 21, 2020

Some Thoughts on the State of Business Events 2020. It’s a series of blog posts written by our CEO Veemal Gungadin, where he shared some thoughts about the State of Business Events in 2020. Business Events Format Have not Changed Much over The Past Deca des. Physical Data – The Oil Spill at Business Events.

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GEVME

JANUARY 21, 2020

Some Thoughts on the State of Business Events 2020. It’s a series of blog posts written by our CEO Veemal Gungadin, where he shared some thoughts about the State of Business Events in 2020. Business Events Format Have not Changed Much over The Past Deca des. Physical Data – The Oil Spill at Business Events.

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Attendease

FEBRUARY 4, 2020

Sponsorships are the lifeline that keeps the events industry sustainable. An important aspect of event management is finding the right sponsors who can provide the right financial assistance needed to pull off a big event, in exchange for brand exposure. Why Event Sponsorships Are Valuable. Credibility.

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EventMB

JANUARY 15, 2020

Twitter is hosting its internal employee event, #OneTeam. Attendees are tweeting every aspect of the event. Here are the top takeaways to inspire your next event. Diversity, sustainability, inclusion, collaboration. It’s about going all-in and putting our event where our mouth is. And it’s a great one.

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