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Skift Meetings Awards 2023: Meet the Winners

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Skift Take: The Skift Meetings Awards have been designed to celebrate the business events industry’s most respected and innovative suppliers. Discover the final results and meet the 2023 winners!

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Interprefy teams up with FIBA to pioneer AI speech translation at the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2023

Event Industry News

Interprefy is proud to announce a pioneering agreement with The International Basketball Federation (FIBA), introducing AI-powered speech translation for the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2023.

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How Nashville Became a Top Meeting Destination

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Skift Take: Nashville's rise in popularity as a meeting destination wasn't a fluke. It was driven by a strategic plan 20 years in the making.

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O2 Academy Brixton: Operator planning new crowd barriers if venue can reopen

Event Industry News

By Robert Firth, Local Democracy Reporting Service The operator of the O2 Academy Brixton wants to replace its crowd control barriers if it is allowed to re-open following a fatal crush outside one of its concerts, it has been revealed.

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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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Amanda and Alex’s Sweet Charming Wedding at Casa Loma

EventSource

Amanda and Alex’s wedding day was a delightful affair, taking place in a setting that exuded an enchanting charm. It was a day filled with joy, laughter, and cherished moments, leaving an indelible mark on their journey together. With her bridesmaids by her side, the bride radiates pure happiness and beauty, captured by the artistic lens of Jessilynn Wong Photography , Every detail of this enchanting celebration is thoughtfully curated, evoking a sense of magic and romance.

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4 Ps and 3 Tips for Inspiring Incentive Travel

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Plan ahead and partner for best results When you’re looking for employee motivation, think far away. As in, incentive travel to somewhere far from the office (and even the home office!). Group incentive travel is one of the few benefits with almost universal appeal. In the 2022 Incentive Research Foundation Report (IRF), “the percentage that found group incentive travel to be ‘extremely’ or ‘very motivating’ increased to 91%.

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Working With Food Designers 101: Everything You Need to Know

Special Events

Food designers help create a unique experience your guests will not get anywhere else.

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Scaling with event tech

Event Industry News

Former head of digital innovation at Reed Exhibitions, Ade Allenby launched his own advisory business in March 2023. In this episode, Ade talks advances in event tech, the sector’s move from the fringes to the heartbeat of contemporary shows, tools that help people connect, and generating data to help organisers better understand their audience.

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CUEZ by TinkerList, appoint UK representation  consultants Catch the MICE to drive event-sector business

Prestige Events Magazine

Tinkerlist, a trailblazing force in the broadcast industry, proudly announces the official launch of their innovative product, CUEZ: A rundown and script platform engineered to redefine live broadcasting. This monumental step marks a significant advancement not only for Tinkerlist but also for the realms of broadcasting and events. In a strategic collaboration, Tinkerlist has partnered with Catch the MICE, a leading UK-based representation agency, specialising in the promotion of event-technolog

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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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Four Ways to Prevent Association Board Burnout

StraussCA

As an association volunteer, it is easy to become overwhelmed by the many meetings, emails, and endless tasks and decision-making required for running an organization. Managing your time well not only helps you stay healthy and motivated, but also ensures you have the people power to keep the association going for a long time. Here are a few ways you can manage your time to be a successful, efficient, and engaged volunteer association leader without overwhelming yourself to the point of burnout.

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Sustainable growth matched with sustainable status, emc3 becomes B Corp

Event Industry News

Award-winning global events agency emc3 today announce certification as a B Corporation (B Corp). This means that emc3 has been certified by B Lab as having met the highest verifiable social and environmental standards and its commitment to pursuing purpose alongside profit.

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A greener future for events: sustainability workshop and FAM trip with Eventprofslive

Prestige Events Magazine

ICC Wales recently welcomed 11 event professionals for an overnight familiarisation trip hosted by Eventprofslive, a networking group for corporate event professionals. Attendees joined a sustainability 101 workshop and enjoyed an overnight stay at The Celtic Manor Resort, which is just a short walk away from the conference centre. With sessions facilitated by sustainability specialists for the live events and experiential industry, Worlds Better , the two-day event was a fantastic opportunity f

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Headline sponsor Choose 2 Rent turns 10 with Event Tech Live

Event Industry News

Founded in 2013, focused on providing the latest event technology for onsite registration, Choose 2 Rent is Event Tech Live (ETL) headline sponsor in a year where both celebrate their 10th anniversary.

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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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Suzi Barnes joins Winter Gardens Blackpool as Head of Conference & Event Sales

Prestige Events Magazine

Winter Gardens Blackpool has announced Suzi Barnes as its news Head of Conference & Event Sales. Suzi joins Winter Gardens Blackpool from Village Hotels, where she was Director of Hotel and M&E Sales at the chain’s Blackpool property. Prior to this, she worked as a Meetings & Events Sales Manager for the group. In her new role, Suzi will lead the Winter Gardens Blackpool’s conference and events sales team, which also represents the town’s newest venue – the Blackpool Conference &

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Why your student event brand needs an email newsletter

Skiddle

So, you’ve started a student event brand. Retaining and attracting new attendees after your first event is crucial. The returning attendees will make up your core fanbase, while the new ones will help you sell more tickets, improving your attendance for the next event. Without these people? Your event could suffer. The mixture of returning and new attendees is paramount to success.

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Sustainable growth matched with sustainable status, emc3 becomes B Corp.

Prestige Events Magazine

Award-winning global events agency emc3 today announce certification as a B Corporation (B Corp). This means that emc3 has been certified by B Lab as having met the highest verifiable social and environmental standards and its commitment to pursuing purpose alongside profit. “Eighteen months ago we onboarded a dedicated Sustainability Consultant, reflecting our long-standing vision and commitment to a sustainable future for events.” said Alistair Graham, CEO.

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In L.A., Labor Dispute Wreaks Havoc on a Citywide Meeting

MeetingsNet

An early-September convention in Los Angeles might see just a fraction of its 6,000 registered attendees after pressure from the hotel workers’ union failed to persuade the group to cancel the event. Scheduled for September 1 to 4 at the Los Angeles Convention Center, the annual meeting of the American Political Science Association is seeing a significant number of attendees decline to participate in person because of a contract dispute between dozens of Los Angeles hotels—including some in the

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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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Why Every Sales Team Should Invest in a State-of-the-Art Leads Management System

MLeads

In today’s dynamic digital landscape, sales teams are at the forefront of acquiring and retaining customers. However, with the rapid influx of leads from various channels, managing these potential customers can be a daunting task. Enter the lead management system. This tool is not just an option but a necessity for modern sales teams. Here’s why investing in a state-of-the-art lead management system can be a game-changer. 1.

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£12,000 in Grants Approved for Round 1 of the Skiddle Promoter Fund

Skiddle

The eagerly anticipated return of our promoter bursary program, this year titled ‘The Skiddle Promoter Fund’, has once more granted up-and-coming UK event organisers the opportunity to obtain financial support to bring their distinct event ideas to life. Opened to applicants throughout July and closed at the turn of August, this summer’s first round of funding has clocked up more than 100 submissions from aspiring promoters located in cities and towns across the UK, each bidding to bring s

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How to Boost Brand Awareness through Corporate Events

SevenEvents

how to boost brand awareness through corporate events is a multifaceted and complicated art in which there are many factors at play. Today’s highly competitive business landscape, establishing and maintaining a strong brand presence is vital for the success of any company. one effective way to achieve this is through corporate events. corporate events provide unique opportunities for businesses to connect with their target audience, build relationships, and ultimately boost brand awareness

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Strategizing Sales Kickoff Events for 2024: Looking Ahead

Stova

As we stand at the crossroads of another year, businesses are met with the task of introspection and projection. Regardless of whether your company emerged triumphant in 2023 or navigated economic downturns, the dawn of a new year in four short months signifies the chance to recalibrate strategies. Central to this recalibration is your sales team. They are the driving force behind revenue generation and customer engagement.

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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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