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The True Risks of Using Facial Recognition for Events

EventMB

Skift Take: Why taking a privacy-first approach to using facial recognition for event check-in can keep event organizers safe from hefty GDPR fines.

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Scottish Event Campus expands Sustainability Team

Event Industry News

The Scottish Event Campus (SEC) has further bolstered its commitment to sustainability by appointing Garima Singh as its new Sustainability Manager. The venue now employs two dedicated team members focused on driving the business’ sustainability ambitions including its commitment to Net Zero 2030.

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6 Ways Hotel Sourcing Has Changed Since the Pandemic

MeetingsNet

Be prepared for how deposits, billing, rebooking, concessions, and more are being handled by meeting properties today. This excerpt from “ What to Know About Event Sourcing: Part 1 ” is reprinted with permission from the Meetings & Incentives Worldwide blog. Hotel contracts have changed, and you can’t assume common pre-pandemic terms still apply.

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Emilie and Jeremy’s Magnificent and Lively Wedding at Grace

EventSource

Emilie and Je­remy’s summer wedding is a me­smerizing story that captures the e­ssence of love, joy, and the­ stunning fall season. Every detail was care­fully curated to create an alluring atmosphere in a sun-drenche­d venue adorned with awe­-inspiring floral creations by Blush and Bloom. The skills of renowne­d photographer, Scarlet O’Neill , e­nsured every che­rished moment was immortalized, pre­serving the pure magic share­d between the couple for ete­rnity.

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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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Tips for Negotiating Your Next Big Event Contract

Smart Meetings

Compression and demand loom for planners Entering a new relationship can be nerve-racking. But entering a new relationship with a hotel usually comes with a detailed contract of agreements and stipulations. Smart Meetings chatted with Cheryl M. Payne, CMP, CMM, strategic partner at INNOV8 Meetings + Events , to get her take on the current marketplace and its impact on meeting planners, and some helpful tips and tricks planners should be looking at when drafting up a contract with a hotel or venu

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Central Hall Westminster awarded MIA AIM Gold for third time running

Event Industry News

Central Hall Westminster (CHW), part of Central Hall Venues group, today announces that it has been awarded AIM Higher Gold accreditation for the third time in a row. AIM Higher Gold is the Meetings Industry Association’s highest accolade.

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‘Empathy is Everybody’s Responsibility’

PCMA Convene

Carolyn Dolezal first encountered the power of empathy — although she didn’t call it that at the time — while working as a young manager in the banking industry. It was during a period of explosive growth that was “a little bit scary,” said Dolezal, who is now chief operating officer for ASUG-Americas’ SAP Users’ Group. She noticed that “when people get scared, they tend to shut down or get narrower.

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Northstar Travel Group launches The Meetings Show Asia Pacific in 2024

Event Industry News

Northstar Travel Group, the leading B-to-B information, events and marketing solutions company in the travel industry, announces the launch of a major hosted buyer led tradeshow for the Asia Pacific meetings industry. The Meetings Show Asia Pacific (www.themeetingsshow-apac.

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your next company retreat in salcombe

SevenEvents

the newest edition to the harbour hotels is the harbour beach club in salcombe and is where you should book your next incentive. opened in 2022, this waterfront resort is located in salcombe, devon and is home to the perfect getaway with your company. the hotel has 44 individually designed rooms and 6 suites making this ideal for an exclusive take-over. this beach club has a bar and restaurant that offers views over south sands beach. it also has a wrap-around terrace which is the perfect spot t

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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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Launch your future success with the Event Tech Live London Launchpad Competition

Event Industry News

The Event Tech Live (ETL) Launchpad will return to ETL London this November and includes the globally acclaimed Launchpad Competition. The competition is open exclusively to Launchpad exhibitors and has been a catalyst for notoriety and success.

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New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center Earns Eighth New Orleans 'Top Workplace' Award

Exhibitor Magazine

NEW ORLEANS � The New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center (NOENMCC) has earned the highly coveted Regional Top Workplace 2023 Award by The Time.

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Reconomy awarded GES EMEA recycling contract

Event Industry News

Global Event Specialist, GES EMEA, has appointed circular economy specialist, Reconomy, to recycle the businesses exhibition graphics from across its operations at Birmingham’s NEC and ExCeL London.

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Fire Certificates for Custom Tents: Important Information for Business Owners

Ins'Tent

As a business owner who uses commercial-grade canopy tents for events, ensuring the safety and compliance of your setup is vital. This guide provides crucial insights into fire certificates for custom tent canopies , incorporating the most up-to-date information to help you navigate fire safety regulations effectively. We’ll focus on the specific requirements outlined by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and the CPAI-84 standard.

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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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Event Technology Awards 2023 Judge Spotlight: Ksenija Polla, CMP

Event Industry News

Ksenija Polla, CMP is Regional Director North America at ICCA, the International Congress and Convention Association. She has been working in the field of international association meetings for almost 30 years and her experience ranges from membership recruitment and retention, product development, event management, sales, marketing and relationship development.

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100 Case Studies: Full Coverage of the 2023 Ex Awards

Event Marketer

Inside the year’s best experiential marketing campaigns Event marketers landed on the other side of the pandemic poised for a renaissance when economic hurdles began threatening to rain on the industry’s parade. Purse strings may have been cinched as a consequence, but as always, brands and agencies pulled through in brilliant form—and the campaigns honored in the 21st annual Ex Awards are solid proof.

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Venue Spotlight: Kempton Park

Event Industry News

With summer fast approaching, planning your next event is likely at the top of your to-do list. Whether you’re organising a wedding, a corporate event, or a family gathering, choosing the right venue is essential.

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Digital and Printed Membership Cards: A Branded Pass to Ticketless Access

VBO Tickets

Offer your patrons the latest in ticketless access options. We not only offer easy membership setup, but we also provide you with the opportunity to showcase your brand and offer digital wallet technology. With our membership cards , your loyal patrons can effortlessly validate their tickets and immerse themselves in all the extraordinary experiences your organization has to offer.

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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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Practicing Empathy at Work and Events

PCMA Convene

The pandemic changed the way we lead teams and design events. (Illustrations by Eiko Ojala) Empathy is having a moment. Maybe it’s because we recognize how empathy is needed to keep peace in an increasingly divisive society or that having experienced the shared trauma of living through a pandemic has — or should have — made us more empathetic. These stories are part of our May/June cover and CMP Series story package.

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Discover a Hidden Oasis in the Iconic Barbican Conservatory this Christmas

Prestige Events Magazine

Barbican Business Events invites delegates to discover a Hidden Oasis in its iconic Conservatory for Christmas parties this year. Guests can enjoy a night of festive fun amongst exotic plants and trees, dining and drinking under the stars, whilst dancing the night away. Suitable for groups of 100-475 people, packages start from £125 + VAT per person, with options to fit specific needs.

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What Does an Event Designed With Empathy Look Like?

PCMA Convene

Designing an event with empathy can start by greeting attendees when they check into their hotel rooms with a small gift or handwritten note. This interview is part of our May/June cover and CMP Series story package. If you missed the first three parts of our interview with future of work experts and The Empathy Advantage: Leading the Empowered Workforce authors Heather E.

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Davies Tanner appoint new Client Development Director

Prestige Events Magazine

Senior business events professional Jennifer O’Higgins has been appointed by specialist brand communications agency Davies Tanner as its new Client Development Director. Jen, who has previously held roles at Events at Chelsea FC and Tourism Ireland, will join on 03 July to drive new business activities at the agency. Davies Tanner are looking to continue their programme of growth as clients across the sector seek to increase their PR, content and communications activities in an increasingly comp

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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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Emerging Cybersecurity Trends for 2024

Management Events

Organizations face an unprecedented array of cyber threats that constantly evolve in complexity and sophistication. It is imperative for security and IT leaders to stay ahead of the curve by exploring merging cybersecurity trends that will help safeguard their organization’s valuable assets and maintain a robust security posture. From the convergence of networking and security to threat intelligence and the Cybercrime Atlas, we explore the transformative trends shaping the future of cybersecurit

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The Venues Collection to become first UK hotel and venue group to install Solar Powered EV Charging

Prestige Events Magazine

The Venues Collection will become the first UK hotel and venue group to install solar powered EV (electric vehicle) charging points at all its venues. The installation of these charging points will be rolled out across all venues this summer, and will enable delegates and guests to charge their electric vehicles using renewable energy. This initiative is part of the Group’s commitment to reducing its carbon footprint and promoting sustainable practices in the events industry.

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Not Your Every Day Ltd, a brand new premium, sustainable furniture hire company opens its doors

Event Industry News

Not Your Every Day is thrilled to announce its official launch as a premium furniture hire company specializing in providing sustainably produced, high-quality designer furniture for a wide range of events, conferences, exhibitions, film sets, product launches, and much more.

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Central Hall Westminster awarded MIA AIM Gold for third time running

Prestige Events Magazine

Central Hall Westminster (CHW), part of Central Hall Venues group, today announces that it has been awarded AIM Higher Gold accreditation for the third time in a row. AIM Higher Gold is the Meetings Industry Association’s highest accolade. The central London conference and events venue was audited by the MIA against stringent 50-point criteria including the quality of venue facilities, accessibility, legal compliance, customer service and best practice.

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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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And the Gala Award Goes To. Chandler Chamber Ostrich Festival 2022

Special Events

Part 5 in our 2023 Gala Award Feature Series

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Incentive Solutions Appoints William J. Shida as CFO, Christina McGeehen Joins Company as Controller

Exhibitor Magazine

ATLANTA, GA � Incentive Solutions, a provider of channel marketing and sales solutions, today announced the promotion of Corporate Controller - Vice.

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A guide to measure your hybrid event auction’s performance

MPI

Measuring your hybrid auction’s performance can help your nonprofit optimize its event strategy. Explore how to track and measure progress towards your goals.

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