Conferences that Work
APRIL 22, 2024
If you saw the solar eclipse on April 8, 2024, you surely felt an experience of awe. Even if you weren’t in the path of totality—at my home we were at 96%—it was an awesome experience. The author (on the right) and others enjoying a near-total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024 The eclipse could hardly be called unexpected; it had been predicted for hundreds of years.
EventMB
APRIL 22, 2024
Skift Take: In line with the theme of Earth Day 2024, Planet vs. Plastics, ASM Global has appointed a new chief sustainability officer. This comes shortly after it announced the phased roll-out of reusable service ware in venues throughout North America.
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Attendease
APRIL 16, 2024
Fundraising events are mutually beneficial for all. Not only do these events provide nonprofits with funds to power their mission, but they also offer a meaningful experience for donors, allowing you to steward stronger relationships. One of the best events to raise serious funds and engage donors is a charity auction. A charity auction is a high-energy, flexible event that is sure to excite any audience, whether it’s taking place online, in-person, or as a hybrid combination of both.
ePly
APRIL 18, 2024
For event professionals seeking to thrive in a dynamic and competitive industry, association participation can unlock many opportunities. Beyond the national and international horizons, our local IAEE (International Association of Exhibitions and Events) and PCMA (Professional Convention Management Association) chapters serve as bustling hubs for networking, professional development, and community strengthening.
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PCMA Convene
APRIL 21, 2024
r.World, a company that provides reusable service ware, estimates 4 billion single-use plastic cups are used annually at live events in North America. The official theme for Earth Day 2024 is “Planet vs. Plastic,” a call to arms issued by Earthday.org to reduce all plastic production by 60 percent by 2040 and to rapidly phase out all single-use plastics by 2030.
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Event Marketer
APRIL 18, 2024
A drive down Magnolia Lane is special. Lined with dozens of large magnolia trees, the famous 330-yard-long road into Augusta National Golf Club is more than just an entrance; it’s a historic landmark in the golf world that fills players and spectators alike with anticipation and excitement for Masters week. We were lucky enough to experience this drive into the 2024 tournament, held April 8-14 in Augusta, GA, thanks to an invitation from Mercedes-Benz for its Masters Experience.
EventMB
APRIL 22, 2024
Skift Take: ICCA's expansion in Latin America and the Caribbean is the latest development in a continued collaboration with PROMTUR. The country's destination marketing organization is working to position Panama as an attractive hub for international associations.
The Planner's Lounge
APRIL 19, 2024
Welcome to our “Day in the Life” series! We feature wedding and event planners from around the world with many different levels of experience. If you would like to be featured, download our questionnaire here and email your responses and photos to info@plannerslounge.com. We are excited to feature Cillia Marion from San Antonio/Austin, TX Amanda Noel Photography Name: Cillia Marion Business Name & Location: Marion Matrimony Events San Antonio/Austin, TX Years Working in the Event Indust
eventplanner
APRIL 20, 2024
40 years of Hans Anders. What a milestone! More than 500 enthusiastic employees put on their best disco outfit for an unforgettable evening.
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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
Guidebook
APRIL 19, 2024
Planning and coordinating events isn’t a walk in the park. However, in an age where almost everything can be simplified with technology, an event app plays a crucial role in changing the landscape of event planning and management. It is predicted that the event app market will keep on expanding in 2024 on its way to the expected $2,6 million growth in 2028.
Event Age by Swapcard
APRIL 19, 2024
If you're aiming for a strong return on investment (ROI) on your trade shows amidst budget cuts and evolving market demands, embracing innovative practices for organizer-exhibitor engagement is key.
EventMB
APRIL 19, 2024
Skift Take: Societal transformation and the future of association meetings were the themes an ICCA conference, part of Business Events Industry Week, held in the most apropos setting, ASAE's headquarters.
Event Marketer
APRIL 18, 2024
Festival season has sprung once again and, per usual, the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival is serving as its launchpad. The Indio, CA-based event at the Empire Polo Club, hosted this year April 12-14 and April 19-21, features headlining performances by No Doubt, Lana Del Ray, Tyler, The Creator and Doja Cat; a new blockchain-based scavenger hunt dubbed Coachella Quests; and a new stage that’s home to extended sets.
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Eventtia
APRIL 22, 2024
Choosing the right event ticketing platform can be a game-changer for event managers. One can use ticketing solutions for multiple purposes, including setting up landing pages, creating registration forms, generating invoices, sending automated emails, and more. The right event ticketing platform enables organizers to coordinate every detail in their interaction with the attendees.
Event Industry News
APRIL 22, 2024
There are just six years left until the deadline for the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, and Earth Day is a stark reminder of this important deadline, and an annual snapshot of how much work remains to be done.
Event Age by Swapcard
APRIL 17, 2024
Nobody likes a boring event. And if you’re planning a conference event, this is exactly what you want to avoid. The formula for exciting events? Event engagement.
EventMB
APRIL 19, 2024
Skift Take: In the meetings and events industry, excellence stands out. With the Skift Meetings Awards now accepting entries for the 2024 program, this is your chance to celebrate your achievements.
Speaker: Adam Dorfman, Lindsay Harrison, and Erin O'Brien
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.
Event Marketer
APRIL 17, 2024
“The difference between the Miami Open and other tennis tournaments like the US Open or Roland-Garros is that it is much more of a local, community-driven tennis tournament.” –John Lynch, Trade Marketing Manager, Lacoste North America Lacoste once again took over a VIP hospitality suite to engage key stakeholders. While Florida is the land of gators, Lacoste showed up to the 2024 Miami Open with its rival signature crocodile.
Smart Meetings
APRIL 22, 2024
When does a headquarters building look more like a hotel? When it is the new nerve center for Marriott International in up-and-coming Bethesda, Maryland. The 21-story glass building on Wisconsin Ave. is one of the tallest in the area and affords views of the green landscape for miles. Tag along to learn more. A Strategic HQ The building dedicated to managing more than 30 hospitality brands and 8,800 properties in 139 countries is filled with physical manifestations of the company’s touchstones.
Event Industry News
APRIL 22, 2024
Welcome to Sandown Park Racecourse, where the possibilities for outdoor events are as boundless as the Surrey skies! Located in the scenic town of Esher our racecourse boasts meticulously maintained grounds and breathtaking views of both Surrey and the Capital.
MeetingsNet
APRIL 22, 2024
Changes in the work environment and in the next generation’s mindset mean that in-person corporate meetings must be different—but still must happen. A private group of investors has purchased Crotonville, General Electric’s management-training facility for nearly 70 years, for $22 million and will operate the suburban New York venue as a conference center—which means that business groups can meet in the same spaces that legendary GE CEO Jack Welch educated his management teams.
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Get ahead of the curve and stay informed with Zuddl's industry report on the future of B2B events in 2023. Stay up-to-date on the latest trends and insights from leading experts in the field. Make informed decisions and stay ahead of the competition.
EventMB
APRIL 22, 2024
Skift Take: Joseph Rivers, director of experiences and partnerships for Czarnowski Collective, advocates taking risks to create impactful experiences.
Event Marketer
APRIL 16, 2024
Event Marketer has embarked on a partnership with the industry’s leading authority on event measurement and analytics, the Experiential Marketing Measurement Coalition. The year-long collaboration will provide experiential marketers with important tools and resources designed to help them track and measure the success of their events. Learn more here.
Tigris Events
APRIL 22, 2024
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Event Industry News
APRIL 22, 2024
Swoogo, a leading provider of event management software, is thrilled to announce its official partnership with Event Tech Live (ETL) Las Vegas 2024. As part of this exciting collaboration, Swoogo will be sponsoring the highly anticipated Lip Smacking Foodie Tour, set to take place on Tuesday, April 30th, the night before renowned event.
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Smart Meetings
APRIL 22, 2024
Make your summer meetings meaningful and memorable with these tips and trends Summer is approaching fast and meeting professionals want to stay up to date on every seasonal trend. This summer is looking at experiential travel—whether that be a relaxing health and wellness retreat, a culturally rich destination or an environmentally conscious and responsible gathering, summer 2024 trends are geared towards progressive practices.
EventMB
APRIL 17, 2024
Skift Take: Washington, D.C. was buzzing with a wide array of gatherings focused on different sectors of the meetings and events industry during Business Events Industry Week.
Event Marketer
APRIL 22, 2024
FIVE THINGS TO KNOW THIS WEEK This week’s hot takes on hot topics in experiential cover “tortured” Swifties, prophetic brainwaves and “Hot Ones” live. SPOTIFY’S LIBRARY POP-UP ‘TORTURES’ SWIFTIES It’s been much longer than a Fortnight since Taylor Swift dropped a new album. So before she released “The Tortured Poets Department” (“TTPD”) on April 19, the queen of Easter eggs herself teamed up with Spotify on a library-themed art installation at The Grove in Los Angeles that offered clues about th
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