Attendease

JUNE 12, 2024

The past few years have witnessed a seismic shift in business operations, with remote and hybrid working patterns becoming increasingly prevalent. Virtual events, once seen as a temporary solution, have evolved into a viable and often preferred alternative to traditional in-person meetings. Webinars and digital exhibitions, in particular, have undergone a transformative few years, with organizers and attendees alike recognizing the benefits and challenges of the digital format.

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Conferences that Work

JUNE 10, 2024

Recently, I’ve been practicing what Susan Pollak calls “letting go of whatever isn’t serving you right now” Perhaps your first thought is “That sounds nice” , quickly followed by a second thought along the lines of “Huh, easy to say, hard to do. OK, Adrian, how can I let go in this chaotic world?” I’ve no guarantees, but here are nine suggestions that almost always work for me. 1 — Notice what’s going on Yes, we need to shut up and list

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EventMB

JUNE 10, 2024

Skift Take: Cvent's latest acquisition provides the event tech giant with fresh AI capabilities, a purpose-built centralized vendor sourcing process and a broader offering of vendors across ten categories.

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Social Tables

JUNE 12, 2024

Planning a successful event involves working with a large team of reliable, capable professionals. Planners work with venues, specialized staff, and vendors to ensure everything runs smoothly. A lot of tiny pieces must fall into place for an event to succeed, and the wrong event vendors could lead to lots of trouble later in the planning process. In this guide, we’re walking you through everything you should know about event vendors.

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The greats learn from the greats. Set yourself and your team up for success with tried and tested strategies and insights from event marketing geniuses at Vanta, Partnership Leaders, Quantum Metric, Rocketlane, and Explori.

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Event Industry News

JUNE 11, 2024

Family-Run Startup Offers Unique and Delicious Jelly Shots for All Occasions YIXO Limited, a vibrant new player in the event catering scene, is thrilled to announce its grand launch.

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MeetingsNet

JUNE 11, 2024

After introducing a “wellness menu” last fall, Caesars Entertainment walked the talk at its inaugural Global Wellness Summit. For organizations open to it, building wellness activities into an event agenda offers a variety of potential benefits. It can energize attendees for upcoming sessions, engage them in ways that make the event more memorable, introduce them to healthful stress-reduction practices, and build community around shared experiences.

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EventMB

JUNE 11, 2024

Skift Take: Meeting planners are often challenged to provide exceptional experiences on limited budgets. A city with ample leisure appeal, such as Portland, Oregon, can give people a compelling reason to attend. Add in sector-specific field trips and strong EDI credentials, and this “Silicon Forest” is a meeting destination on the rise.

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Event Marketer

JUNE 6, 2024

“What we consistently hear from our users, and Gen Z in particular, is that Pinterest is their safe space to explore what they actually like, what inspires them. It’s much less about ‘what is everyone else doing,’ and more about, ‘what’s right for me?’ So we definitely leaned into that at Coachella.” –Sara Pollack, VP, Global Lead of Consumer Marketing, Pinterest Fans could embellish their looks with on-trend hair and beauty styles.

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Event Industry News

JUNE 6, 2024

Just Vote’s partnership with the summer festivals, ‘Crash the Party’, features: As festival season kicks off, music festival industry heavyweights are uniting to get 18-34 year olds to the polls.

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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

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Prestige Events Magazine

JUNE 11, 2024

Pixl Evolution, a leading provider of event technology and production services, has recently achieved ISO 27001 certification. This significant milestone underscores the company’s dedication to ensuring the security and privacy of client data. In today’s digital events landscape, ensuring data security is crucial for both event organisers and their chosen suppliers.

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MeetingsNet

JUNE 10, 2024

After allegations of discrimination, the NAACP and the National Coalition of Black Meeting Professionals call on American to reinstate DEI council, create ombudsman role, and more. The National Coalition of Black Meeting Professionals, an organization advocating for equity in the hospitality industry, is speaking out in support of the NAACP’s call for American Airlines to respond to allegations of discrimination.

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EventMB

JUNE 11, 2024

Skift Take: Las Vegas is not a destination that is associated with wellness. Caesars Entertainment is working to change this perception.

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Event Marketer

JUNE 7, 2024

It’s no secret that consumers are more skeptical and discerning than ever about the types of CPG products they’re willing to use, and pay for. More and more, they’re looking for a peek “under the hood” to understand how products work and the types of ingredients they’re made of. In response, brands like Tide and OGX have been hosting science lab-themed pop-up activations that let attendees delve into the innerworkings of products with hands-on interactives that are typically led by brand special

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Event Industry News

JUNE 10, 2024

Noodle Live was established in 2012 with the goal of providing event organizers with cutting-edge technology and sustainable solutions. We are a global team of passionate events professionals who have been committed to innovation and true sustainability since the very beginning.

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Prestige Events Magazine

JUNE 12, 2024

Venues of Excellence (VOE), the UK’s leading consortium for independent venues, specialising in conference and events, has announced outstanding success in its key business objectives over the past year. The consortium, now in its third year of ownership with Mandy Jennings, CEO at the helm, has continued to expand the portfolio, introducing 14 new venues in the past 12 months.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 12, 2024

No need to sacrifice serenity for ideal destination access From vibrant green Florida to the Great Salt Lake to sunny California, new and renovated hotels offer up an enhanced experience and brilliantly refreshed meeting space. Thoughtfully designed spaces enhance a feel of serenity right in the middle of ideal locations where you’ll find easy access to each respective destination’s business hub.

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EventMB

JUNE 11, 2024

Skift Take: Due to unprecedented demand, the 2024 submission window for Skift Meetings Awards has been extended until June 30.

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Did you know that 4 out of 5 consumers use local search and 88% use smartphones for those searches? With that in mind, I think it's safe to say your online presence is the silver bullet of your business. Think about the revenue you could be missing by not prioritizing local search optimization. Fortunately, there are a handful of steps you can take right now that will immediately impact your business's pace in local search, and we're happy to share them.

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PCMA Convene

JUNE 10, 2024

Sam Lippman of Lippman Connects presented his annual “5 Points in 5 Minutes” at the Exhibition and Convention Executives Forum (ECEF) in Washington, D.C. (Photo courtesy of Lippman Connects) A hallmark of the annual one-day Exhibition and Convention Executives Forum (ECEF), produced by Lippman Connects, is that it runs like a finely tuned Swiss watch.

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Event Industry News

JUNE 10, 2024

Mehler Texnologies® – part of Freudenberg Performance Materials – is the globally recognised specialist for coated technical textiles. With more than 80 years of experience in coating and weaving the company stands for reliability and quality. From three production plants the company supplies customers in over 80 countries.

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Prestige Events Magazine

JUNE 12, 2024

The wait is almost over – The Meetings Show 2024 kicks off at ExCeL London next week, and final preparations are in full swing for what promises to be THE must-attend event for #eventprofs this summer. Taking place on 19-20 June, The Meetings Show features a jam-packed programme with a stellar line up of meeting and event suppliers from across the globe, a thought-provoking education programme, and countless networking opportunities.

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EventSource

JUNE 13, 2024

In a picturesque setting nestled along the serene shores of Stony Lake, Stefanie and Alex’s dream wedding weekend unfolded in a symphony of rustic yet elegant settings. The sprawling grounds, kissed by the gentle caress of nature, offered a perfect canvas where their love story could unfurl amidst natural grandeur. Wedding coordinator Julia Weird ensured every aspect of their special day was infused with personalized charm and seamless beauty.

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EventMB

JUNE 10, 2024

Skift Take: Explore some of the seismic shifts and emerging trends shaping the event tech landscape in 2024.

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PCMA Convene

JUNE 12, 2024

My People’s Market allows artists and crafts people a chance to share their work with the public. The 12th edition of the market was held June 3-4, 2023, at the Redd East, a space owned by local environmentally focused nonprofit Ecotrust. Head wraps made from African fabrics, hand-embroidered clothing stitched by a Salvadoran-American textile artist, and minimalist silver jewelry crafted from recycled metals — this is just a sample of what you’ll see while strolling around the booths at My

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Event Industry News

JUNE 12, 2024

Birmingham’s Resorts World Arena will be renamed bp pulse LIVE as part of a new sponsorship agreement between the NEC Group and bp pulse, one of the UK’s leading rapid and ultra-fast electric vehicle (EV) charging networks.

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Prestige Events Magazine

JUNE 11, 2024

– Neurodiversity, New Venues, and Networking – Lime Venue Portfolio will arrive at this year’s edition of The Meetings Show with a series of partnerships that will support initiatives including a focus on Neurodiversity, as well as hospitality, learning opportunities, insight, and networking across the show week. The main theme for the brand’s presence this year will once again underline its aim of ‘Betterment’, bringing new intelligence to existing trends within the meetings a

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SmartMeetings

JUNE 12, 2024

New ELX CEO Nicola Kastner speaks with Smart Meetings about her latest venture Nicola Kastner, the new CEO of Events Leaders Exchange (ELX), is excited to be amongst other leaders who are ambitious and knowledgeable so that true progression and communication can happen within the meetings and events industry. Smart Meetings spoke with Kastner about what she brings to the table for ELX, what the future goals for ELX are and why groups like ELX—which has members that could be competitors, yet open

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EventMB

JUNE 11, 2024

Skift Take: GBTA uncovers just how much business travel fueled the U.S. economy in 2022. Meetings and events were a significant part of that.

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Caterease

JUNE 12, 2024

Summer is the busiest season for caterers, with events ranging from weddings to corporate picnics. To stand out in the competitive world of catering, you need to be aware of the latest trends that can elevate your menu and impress your clients. This blog post will explore the most exciting summer catering trends that are making waves this year.

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