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Fern Exposition Services Acquired by MSouth Equity Partners 

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Skift Take: Just as predicted by industry insiders, the meetings industry acquisitions spree continues. Fern joining forces with Nth Degree will result in a much larger company looking to compete with industry giants.

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How to increase event attendance: 15 proven ways to get people to come to your events

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You’ve invested months planning an event – securing speakers, creating an agenda, promoting to your audience. But now the big day is fast approaching and registrations are lagging. Panic starts to set in. All your hard work will be for nothing if event attendance is low. Fortunately, there are tried-and-true ways to increase event attendance and get more people through the doors (no matter if they’re physical or virtual).

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Delivering Exceptional Meeting Experiences

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Skift Take: The success of a meeting doesn’t just depend on the content of the programming, the way attendees interact with the venue also plays an important role in the overall experience.

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EventScotland’s National Programme Funding awarded to events

Event Industry News

A total of 23 public-facing events across 14 Local Authorities in Scotland have received a share of £277,666 from EventScotland’s National Events Programme (Round 48), which will support events taking place from July to December 2023.

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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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Meet QC Event School Graduate, Carisa Lockery!

QC Event School

Photographer: Annandale Photography ( website / Instagram ). Meet QC Event School graduate, Carisa Lockery! Location: Cheshire, CT QC Courses you’ve taken: Event & Wedding Planning Your website: [link] Facebook: [link] Instagram: [link] Twitter: [link] YouTube: [link] Pinterest: [link] The Knot: [link] www.theknot.com/marketplace/pink-olive- events-cheshire-ct-234999 Wedding Wire: [link] Meet QC Event School graduate, Carisa Lockery!

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To gift, Or Not To Gift – Your Guide to Wedding Gift Etiquette

EventSource

Attending a loved one’s wedding is exciting! Prepping for the big day typically includes choosing the perfect gift for the happy couple. But what should you get them? And how much money should you spend? And one other thing — do you have to give a gift? Well, yes and no. Showering the bride and groom-to-be with a truckload of gifts is one of those time-old traditions that most people enjoy.

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Job opportunity: Lead Engineer, isla

Event Industry News

JOB TITLE: Lead EngineerSALARY: £50-70kCOMPANY HQ: Fitzrovia, London, UK Click here to apply Role Who you are Company benefits Company values What the job involves Application process Click here to apply

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Outdoor Retailer Summer’s Redesigned Show Floor Encourages Community and Connection

Event Marketer

“Are you bringing your dog?” was one of the questions asked during registration for Outdoor Retailer Summer (OR), which brought together outdoor brands, retailers and designers to the Salt Palace Convention Center in Salt Lake City, June 19-21. In addition to encouraging furry friends to attend (there’s even a #dogsofOR recap on Instagram ), the show featured more than 700 exhibitors, including 200 new ones, in a vibrant, welcoming space for testing out equipment, building partnerships and tappi

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The Ultimate Guide to Event Production: Definition, Techniques, and Tips

Event Smart

Creating a successful event requires an event planner to envision the overall attendee experience. The event should engage and captivate the participants from beginning to end.

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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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AEO Conference 2023 returns to Brighton

Event Industry News

The Association of Event Organisers (AEO) is pleased to announce the return of the AEO Conference, taking place on the 7th September at DoubleTree by Hilton Brighton Metropole.

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Meet QC Event School Graduate, Carisa Lockery!

QC Event School

Photographer: Annandale Photography ( website / Instagram ). Meet QC Event School graduate, Carisa Lockery! Location: Cheshire, CT QC Courses you’ve taken: Event & Wedding Planning Your website: [link] Facebook: [link] Instagram: [link] Twitter: [link] YouTube: [link] Pinterest: [link] The Knot: [link] www.theknot.com/marketplace/pink-olive- events-cheshire-ct-234999 Wedding Wire: [link] Meet QC Event School graduate, Carisa Lockery!

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mia launches student membership to inspire the next generation of event professionals

Event Industry News

The Meetings Industry Association (mia) has today officially announced the launch of its student membership. Designed to inspire the sector’s next generation of talent, the membership will present aspiring event professionals with exclusive educational and career opportunities and provide a platform for Continuing Professional Development (CPD).

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Nominate an Outstanding Meeting Professional Today

Smart Meetings

As we prepare to celebrate excellence in the meetings and events in our September Meeting Professionals of the Year issue, we look to you to share stories of peers who have gone above and beyond to engage audiences, elevate the industry and support their colleagues all year. Who is leading the way, innovating and inspiring? Thank them by nominating them today.

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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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8 Ways to Leverage Marketing Strategies to Boost Event Registration

Stova

In the fast-paced world of event planning, driving event registration is a crucial aspect of ensuring a successful and impactful event. While organizing a remarkable event is essential, effective marketing strategies play a vital role in maximizing attendance and creating buzz around your event. This blog post will explore several key marketing strategies that event professionals can leverage to boost event registration and make their events truly remarkable. 1.

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Smart Moves in San Francisco, New Orleans and More

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Anton Eckert Eckert is associate vice president of tourism development at Visit Salt Lake. Eckert most recently worked as chief industry development officer at Travel Nevada. She has also led travel trade sales and marketing teams at DMOs such as Visit California, San Francisco Travel and Visit Vacaville in California Karen Codilla Honolulu’s Prince Waikiki has named Codilla corporate director of commercial strategy.

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Glastonbury Inspiration, Retaining & Engaging Attendees and New Skiddle Signees

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Welcome to the Skiddle Update! If this is your first time receiving our update, we’re glad you’re on board! Every week, we’ll deliver an article directly to your inbox, giving you advice, articles and more. So, what’s on the list for this week? Well, we’re going to talk about taking inspiration from Glastonbury, give some tips on engaging and retaining your most loyal attendees and let you know about an exciting new signing.

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Who’s News for June 30, 2023

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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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Live music revenue in the UK to hit all-time high in 2023

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Live music revenue in the UK is set to surpass the pre-pandemic peak from 2019 this year. According to a study carried out by international professional services firm PricewaterhouseCoopers – PwC – revenue will grow by 7.4% per year until 2027. Elsewhere, PwC predicts that the UK live music market will generate £1.63bn in 2023, compared to the £1.54bn from 2019.

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