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Six reasons why unconferences aren’t more popular

Conferences that Work

Why aren’t unconferences more popular? Events and media consultant Julius Solaris shared at the Unforgettable Experience Design Summit that he was initially very enthusiastic about unconference format events. He thought conferences would eventually adopt unconference models. But Julius didn’t see them catch on and now focuses on other aspects of the meeting industry.

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14 Must-Know Trade Show Booth Ideas That Will Help You Drive More Foot Traffic

Eventmobi

If you’re an exhibitor at an upcoming trade show, congratulations! Investing in an exhibitor booth is a fantastic way to help your company stand out from competitors. With the right mindset and creative ideas, you’ll be able to set up your booth for success–which means driving foot traffic, engaging potential customers, and leaving a lasting impression on attendees.

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Nashville Booms with Music and Conventions

EventMB

Skift Take: When Nashville fully embraced its musical roots, it solidified its brand and distinguished itself from other destinations. Now, the city is reaping the tremendous benefits of that decision.

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The Conference Buyer’s Guide 2023

Event Industry News

The Conference Buyer’s Guide returns for 2023, a packed edition with input from suppliers, associations, venues, and agencies alike. A must-read for conference and meeting organisers keen to learn more about the latest tech advances including a big focus on AI in events: how to boost efficiency and enhance customer experiences.

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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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Should Groups Avoid Morocco After Deadly Earthquake?

EventMB

Skift Take: After Morocco was hit by a deadly earthquake, several groups make different decisions on whether to go on as planned.

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Power of Partnership Stewardship Summit (POPS)

Smart Meetings

The need for change in travel and tourism The hospitality industry is continuing its efforts towards improving sustainability, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) and Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) with cross-sector discussions and in-person activities. The Power of Partnership Stewardship Summit (POPS) is taking place in Richmond, Virginia, on Oct. 15th through the 18th is a collaboration between Tourism Cares, Cultural Heritage Alliance, Inc., The Travel Foundation and the U.S.

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Five Ways to Balance Spectacle with Sincerity in a Drone Show Performance

Event Marketer

Drone performances have become more affordable and, thus, ubiquitous, across the landscape. But as criticism grows over the potential of advertising “swarms” taking over precious skyline views, event marketers are returning to the foundation of authentic brand experiences for drone show performances worthy of this most epic of venues. Premium freeze-dried raw dog food brand Stella & Chewy’s took its message for thoughtful pet parents to the skies when it hosted a “silent fireworks” drone sho

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Roundup: Your Favorite 2023 Industry Podcasts

Special Events

Podcast recommendations from industry expert Meghan Ely for learning and inspiration

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Evolution Dome’s US Distributor chosen to supply structures for SOHO 2023

Event Industry News

Evolution Dome is thrilled to announce the successful deployment by its US distributor of two temporary structures at the Society of Hematologic Oncology’s (SOHO) eleventh annual meeting in Houston, Texas, from September 6 – 9, 2023.

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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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Evolution Dome US Chosen to Supply Structures for SOHO 2023

Exhibitor Magazine

Evolution Dome US is thrilled to announce that it is celebrating the successful deployment of two temporary event structures at the Society of Hematol.

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Skiddle to sponsor Un-Convention 2023

Skiddle

Skiddle are delighted to announce that we’ll be sponsoring 2023’s Un-Convention conference. Since 2008, Un-Convention has brought artists, labels, managers, promoters, festivals and more from across the UK together to discuss the state of the industry, build networks and develop sustainable ideas which help the industry grow and evolve. This year’s edition will take place at Manchester’s Band On The Wall and the Methodist Central Hall on 20th-21st October, and it’s

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Music City Center Upgrades Electric Vehicle Chargers

Exhibitor Magazine

NASHVILLE, Tenn. � Music City Center now offers more electric vehicle charging stations in its parking garage through a new partnership with ChargePoi.

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The Business of Events: Take part in the Global Destination Report   

Prestige Events Magazine

The Business of Events is pleased to announce the launch of the Global Destination Report Survey , a collaborative effort with IBTM World and Meet in Ireland. The Global Destination Report seeks to gather insights from destinations and convention bureaux around the world, shedding light on the current state of the business events industry and providing an overview of global event destinations.

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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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the importance of a january kick-off

SevenEvents

january kick-off meetings are a critical component of successful planning and execution for businesses and organisations of all sizes. these meetings set the tone for the entire year, providing a clear roadmap and fostering alignment among teams. here’s why they are so important: goal setting: january kick-off meetings are the perfect platform to establish and communicate clear, measurable goals for the year ahead. these goals act as guiding stars, helping teams prioritise their efforts an

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The end of the festival coin? What would that mean for you as an event organizer?

eventplanner

The days of the festival coin may be numbered. As an event organizer, you may already be aware of the new bill with which the EU wants to ensure that people must always be able to pay in cash at events.

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Sibos 2023 Returns to Toronto: Metro Toronto Convention Centre to Host Global Finance Event

Exhibitor Magazine

TORONTO, ON � Sibos, the prestigious annual conference, exhibition, and networking event organized by Swift for the financial industry, is returning t.

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We are excited to welcome Matt Culverhouse on board as we continue to drive deeper success for our clients in the EMEA marketplace. Matt will head up strategic accounts and growth efforts from our London hub. Read the article to learn more about Matt.

Opus Agency

Opus Agency Welcomes Matt Culverhouse to Our London Team

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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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BestCities Welcomes Washington, DC to Global Alliance

Exhibitor Magazine

WASHINGTON, DC - BestCities Global Alliance is thrilled to welcome Washington, DC as the 13th destination in its global network of business events de.

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