Tue.Jun 13, 2023

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Indy Ups the Game with Convention Expansion

EventMB

Skift Take: What does a city do when some of its largest annual conventions outgrow it? Expand. That is exactly what Indianapolis is doing.

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The best pharma event management companies in 2023

SpotMe Blog

With so many logistics to handle and compliance regulations to consider when managing pharma events, working with expert pharma event management companies can help reduce stress and ensure you achieve your business goals more easily. You are probably lucky enough to have a great event management team that delivers exceptional events. But if you are looking for additional support and don’t know where to start, we can help you save a lot of time and effort.

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Mastering the art of vendor and supplier negotiation.

Expo Pass

I hope you’re all caught up on Succession because it’s time to talk negotiations. It’s no secret that your relationships with vendors and suppliers are vital to the success of your events, but it can be intimidating to approach building these relationships. It all starts with negotiations. Think of this process as the bridge to a new relationship with vendors and suppliers.

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International Rugby Experience – Creation of a Legend

Event Industry News

OMM had the opportunity of building a unique “world-class interactive experience” in the heart of Limerick, Ireland. The International Rugby Experience has been built on the foundations of World Rugby’s values, Passion, Discipline, Integrity, Solidarity and Respect. Visitors will be immersed in a truly authentic and exciting experience that reflects all the elements of the game.

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Unlock the Secrets of Event Marketing Masters

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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Maria and Kat’s Rustic Chic Wedding at La Maquette Restaurant

EventSource

Love knows no boundaries, and Maria and Kat’s love story is a testament to that. Their rustic chic wedding at La Maquette Restaurant celebrated their union in a truly unique and creative way. Let’s dive into the enchanting moments captured by Jessilynn Wong Photography , where Maria and Kat radiate beauty, happiness, and undeniable chemistry.

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Monthly Pulse Survey Results: Mental Health in Events

Event Marketer

Event Marketer’s monthly Industry Pulse Survey fielded responses from the experiential marketing community in May focused on mental health in recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month. Among findings: 41 percent of respondents said they feel “more stressed or burned out” this year than last year, while 60 percent said remote or hybrid work has improved their work-life balance. ( Look out for our next survey in June. ) Infographic: Event Marketer/Access Intelligence Featured Image: BRO Vector

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LVP welcomes isla Temperature Check food & drink performance

Event Industry News

Lime Venue Portfolio has welcomed the progress made by the events industry around sustainable event food, following the launch last month of isla’s Temperature Check. The report, which took data from over 127 UK based events saw food and drink stand out as an area of high promise.

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How Unorthodox broke new ground in club culture and drum & bass

Skiddle

Unorthodox wears its name like a badge of honour. Both a club night and a community, it’s led by Nathan X, who adorns the decks in drag, bringing a striking look to any booth he steps inside. Alongside him are Clarkus, Pinks and Bugwell; close friends who share his passion to marry the hair-raising beats and kinetic percussion lines of drum & bass with the pomp, pageantry and flamboyance found in queer scenes both in the U.K and beyond.

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GMC – Art and tech’s shared space in event production

Event Industry News

Written by Ryan Wilmott of GMC Events (Arcadia, Glastonbury Festival, PRIDE, Shambala Festival and more. Art and technology comprise two of the most integral elements of event production, and the relationship between the two is inextricable.

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How to Get Speakers, Exhibitors, and Attendees to Promote Your Event With Video

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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WEC23: Using event types to drive ROI

MPI

Rachel Andrews, senior director of meetings & events, marketing for Cvent, offers a glimpse into her June 14 WEC23 session “The Planning Power Play: Using Event Types to Drive ROI.

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Event Technology Awards 2023 Judge Spotlight: Kathryn Frankson

Event Industry News

Kathryn Frankson is the Global Director of Marketing at Money20/20, the disruptive leader in fintech events. After 48 straight quarters selling exhibition space and custom event sponsorships, Kathryn held a 15 year tenure with event juggernauts UBM and Informa as Director of Event Marketing.

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And the Gala Award Goes To.The INTREPID Celebration

Special Events

Part 3 in our 2023 Gala Award Feature Series

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5 Crucial Things to do After Your Event Ends

Glow Global Events

Once all the hard work of planning and putting together an event is done, it’s time to start wrapping up. Here are five things you should do as soon as your event ends: 1. Confirm the breakdown plan is in motion: Before leaving the venue, ensure that all elements of the breakdown plan have been put into place. Delegate tasks to your team so that the breakdown runs as smoothly as possible. 2.

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B2B Events in 2023 - What You Need to Know

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.

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Throw a Fourth of July Party to Remember

Sendo

Fourth of July is one of the hottest holidays to throw a party – literally and figuratively! Throw a Fourth of July party that guests will remember for years using these tips and hand-picked ideas. Create a Party Sub-Theme What style and type of Independence Day party are you throwing? Old fashioned? Kid-friendly? Wild? Sparkly and glam? Choose your sub-theme and weave it into your party planning, from Independence Day invitations to food.

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RISE: MPI New Jersey Chapter, Innovative Educational Programming

MPI

The MPI New Jersey Chapter has committed the past five years to rebuilding and re-establishing itself as the premier place for industry professionals to receive top-notch education in the region.

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Authentic Events in 1. 2. 3.

Do Good Events

Authentic messaging, we’ve heard it for years, but what does it mean? “You’re true to your own personality, values, and spirit, regardless of the pressure that you’re under to act otherwise.” Mind Tools This is truly an interesting concept as it applies to events, particularly fundraising events! If your event purpose is to raise funds, there are a few boundaries that are proven to create success at events.

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RISE: MPI Caribe Mexicano Chapter, Industry Advocate

MPI

MPI Caribe Mexicano Chapter’s collaboration with its local, international and governmental communities generated business exchange opportunities and networking, as well as a greater awareness of the entire Yucatan Peninsula to the MICE industry.

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Download Now: 2022 Virtual + Hybrid Event Platform RFP Template - Enterprise Edition

Download 200+ new RFP questions for hybrid and virtual event technology success. After 10,000 downloads, the SpotMe Virtual + Hybrid Event Platform RFP Template is the ultimate procurement tool for event technology. This template is ideal for companies looking for a vendor to fulfill their specific virtual + hybrid event platform needs and requirements!

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How AI is Revolutionizing the Catering Industry: Real-World Examples and Future Trends

Caterease

In today’s digital age, technology is changing how we do business. One of the most recent trends in the catering. The post How AI is Revolutionizing the Catering Industry: Real-World Examples and Future Trends appeared first on Caterease.

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WEC23: Crowd-sourcing solutions

MPI

Lori Pugh Marcum, director of events content and strategic engagement for the Path to Purchase Institute, offers an introduction to her WEC session today, “The Human Spectrogram: Crowd-Sourcing Solutions to Today’s Meeting Challenges.

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Gilmerton House Presents a Unique Pop-Up B&B Experience during the Month of August

Prestige Events Magazine

Gilmerton House, the esteemed country retreat nestled in the heart of Scotland’s picturesque countryside, is thrilled to announce an extraordinary offering during the month of August: a captivating pop-up Bed & Breakfast experience. “Rooms By Gilmerton House” is a limited opportunity that promises to deliver guests an enchanting and memorable stay at this stunning and historic property in the heart of East Lothian.

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Industry Insiders: Going behind the scenes with Tom Hoyle of Bristol-based club brand, The Blast

Skiddle

Marking the first instalment of our brand new feature, Industry Insiders, we speak to Tom Hoyle, renowned promoter and co-founder of Bristol-based event night, The Blast. In this interview, and others to follow in the Industry Insiders series, we’ll uncover and share insight into how some of the UK’s most successful events operate today, with tips and anecdotes straight from the teams behind the events themselves.

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The Ultimate Guide to Hosting Hybrid Events For Your Association

For associations, the hybrid model is the future of the MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) industry. Hybrid events provide increased reach and scalability, improved engagement with association members, and insights from real-time analytics, making them an absolute necessity. This ready-to-use playbook presents a framework for event organizers embarking on the hybrid events journey.

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Six new members announced as Westminster Venue Collection sees record growth

Prestige Events Magazine

Westminster Venue Collection has welcomed six new members to its portfolio, bringing the membership of the exclusive group of central London venues to 32. The new members are: Abbey Road Studios Asia House Lumiere London’s The Embassy One Birdcage Walk Royal College of Music Great Scotland Yard The Westminster Venue Collection, which includes some of London’s finest event spaces, helps organisers explore, shortlist, and compare member venues, ensuring their needs are met through the provision of

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incentive trip to amsterdam

SevenEvents

amsterdam is a vibrant and exciting city that offers a wealth of opportunities for incentive trips. with its beautiful canals, world-famous museums, and unique architecture, it’s no wonder that amsterdam is one of the most popular destinations for corporate travel. an incentive trip to amsterdam can provide a range of benefits for employees, including a chance to experience a new culture, strengthen relationships with colleagues, and have a real sense teamwork. there are many ways to make

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Science Museum available for exclusive hire on limited dates

Prestige Events Magazine

The Science Museum in London is offering event organisers the opportunity to exclusively hire the entire museum, in the heart of South Kensington’s cultural quarter, for large-scale, full-day events on limited dates throughout the year. A museum takeover is ideal for larger events and those needing privacy including product launches, conferences, exhibitions, fashion shows, filming, and full-scale brand activations.

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RISE: Paola Bowman, Meeting Industry Leadership

MPI

Meeting Industry Leadership: Paola Bowman, CMP, CMM (MPI Dallas/Fort Worth Chapter), director of client services and events, Arlington (Texas) Convention & Visitors Bureau

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Download 7 Exceptional Event Email Templates for Driving Attendee Engagement

Download "7 Exceptional Event Email Templates for Driving Attendee Engagement" eBook and write winning event emails right away! Relying on decades of social science research and cutting edge behavioral data, SpotMe shows you their science-based methods for creating wildly successful event-marketing email campaigns for almost any situation. SpotMe is the event management platform for B2B marketers.

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Destinations International and ADMEI Partner for Collaboration and Education

Exhibitor Magazine

WASHINGTON, D.C. � Destinations International, the world's largest resource for official destination organizations and convention and visitors bureau.

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How to Effectively Increase Event Attendance

Eventtia

Event attendance is a very important measure of an event’s success. No matter how well-planned and well-executed your event is, it’s not considered successful if you can’t attract enough of your target audience to attend it. The presence of an engaged and vibrant audience not only enhances an event atmosphere but also helps you achieve your event’s goals, be it building awareness of your product or service, facilitating networking for your audience, educating potential customers, and so on.

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New Travel Forecast Shows Normalizing of Leisure Travel Demand from Post-Pandemic Surge

Exhibitor Magazine

WASHINGTON � The U.S. Travel Association released its biannual forecast for travel to and within the United States through 2026, showing a normalized.

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