Velvet Chainsaw

OCTOBER 2, 2023

This is a guest post by Diana Kander. Diane is a keynote speaker on curiosity and innovation and a New York Times Bestselling author. Her latest book, Go Big or Go Home , outlines five ways to create a memorable customer experience. The event planning industry is one of immense creativity, innovation, and personal touches. In the modern era, where experiences reign supreme, it’s essential to craft events that resonate deeply with attendees, leaving them with memories they’ll cherish forever.

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Conferences that Work

OCTOBER 2, 2023

OK, maybe the title of this post should have an asterisk next to it. A more accurate statement would be that I’m running faster than ever before— since I started running almost every day at the age of 65, 7 years ago. I didn’t predict this would happen. When I decided in 2016 to start running on the dirt roads by my home , I was terrible at it.

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EventMB

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Skift Take: Simon Thewlis, managing director of Event Pty, discusses the challenges faced by the events sector despite its contributions to society and the economy.

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Event Marketer

OCTOBER 2, 2023

“This was the first year there where we’ve really had a multicultural strategy with soccer. And it is important to have that based on the audience that we have—a strong Hispanic base, how are we talking to the Black audience? What really resonates with the multicultural audience? And looking at the data, music and art are two of those things. If you want to speak to that audience with soccer, how are you incorporating one, if not both, of those items?

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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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Planning Pod

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Thinking about turning your dreams of entrepreneurship into a reality? Starting a catering business can be an incredibly rewarding experience. Plus, the idea of creating delicious dishes, serving them to clients at events, and seeing your culinary vision come to life is undoubtedly exciting. So, how can you turn your passion for food into a thriving business?

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 2, 2023

The All In toolkit is a resource for progress in the meetings and events industry “Honest and authentic engagement around difference ultimately drives inclusion.” – Cameron Smith, assistant director, Workplace Program at Tanenbaum Center for Interreligious Understanding Google has teamed up with ADCOLOR , Disability:IN , GLAAD , and the Tanenbaum Center for Interreligious Understanding to create an All In marketing toolkit to enhance Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) awar

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Event Industry News

OCTOBER 2, 2023

The festive season is just around the corner and for those #eventprofs who are looking for ideas of where and how to entertain their colleagues, clients and connections this handy little guide will help. From intimate dinners to big black-tie bashes we’ve got you covered – find your perfect venue today.

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Prestige Events Magazine

OCTOBER 2, 2023

This Christmas, Birmingham’s Eastside Rooms is turning back the clock to the roaring 1920s, as they present their Twisted Prohibition party offering. Twisted Prohibition promises unforgettable evenings filled with classic prohibition cocktails, live performances, glamourous outfits and an opportunity for guests to “leave their morals at home” as they immerse themselves in a world of 1920s decadence.

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Event Industry News

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Leading European event tech company, Weezevent, is thrilled to announce a strategic fundraising milestone, designed for the pursuit of new acquisitions, further solidifying its influence in the UK, Spanish, and German markets. In partnership with Naxicap Partners and Banque Populaire, Weezevent underscores its continued commitment to international growth and event industry evolution.

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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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Exhibitor Magazine

OCTOBER 2, 2023

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

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Event Industry News

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Organisers Event Industry News (EIN) are excited to announce that they have partnered with global trade show and event company Global Event Specialists (GES) EMEA.

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Skiddle

OCTOBER 2, 2023

We’re delighted to welcome The New Society to the Skiddle fold. They’re a Black-owned collective, running events since 2017 and bringing the likes of Nia Archives, P-Rallel, KSR, Bawo and more to several venues in Brighton. Their ethos? To shine a light on the innovators of sound system culture and the artists who’ve been influenced by it.

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Event Industry News

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Now in its third year, Ops Foundation is designed to expand the knowledge, experience, confidence and professional network of operations execs and admin personnel.

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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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Prestige Events Magazine

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Robert Wright, Managing Director of The Business of Events and Davies Tanner looks at the opportunities presented by a Labour Government. As Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer concludes the reshuffle of his front bench team ahead of an almost certain General Election in 2024, changes within his Shadow Cabinet provides an insight into what the events industry might expect from a much-predicted Labour Government.

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Event Industry News

OCTOBER 2, 2023

ADE Green, presented by Amsterdam Dance Event, Green Events, and Nachtlab Agency, proudly reveals its extensive program which will take place at the Felix Meritis in Amsterdam on Friday October 20th.

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Prestige Events Magazine

OCTOBER 2, 2023

DRPG, the global creative communications group hosted its annual thought leadership event ‘BigTalk’ on Thursday 28th September with over 150 of its top clients invited to the 4.2 acre studio complex in Hartlebury, Worcestershire. Communications professionals from over 70 domestic and global brands attended the event to gain the latest insights, trends, and practices to apply to their own sectors.

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Event Industry News

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Lindsay Neyjahr, part of the strategy and development team at Identity, one of the UK’s most respected event companies, will headline the National Outdoor Event Association’s Annual Convention 2023.

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SevenEvents

OCTOBER 2, 2023

if you’re in search of a royal and historic venue for your next event, then look no further than the grand hotel in birmingham. this iconic venue has been a staple in birmingham’s hospitality scene since it first opened its doors in 1879. with its great blend of interesting history, amazing architecture and selection of modern amenities makes its perfect for a wide range of events. one of the standout features of the grand hotel is its extensive meeting spaces. whether you’re h

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Event Industry News

OCTOBER 2, 2023

veSpace has acquired experiential and promotional events agency, Chilled Events. The latest addition to veSpace will boost the global venue sourcing and event management agency’s experience and growth opportunities in business-to-consumer experiential events.

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MeetingsNet

OCTOBER 2, 2023

The train serving Miami International’s mile-long Concourse D is offline indefinitely. Miami International Airport is American Airlines’ primary Latin American and Caribbean hub, and its sprawling 50-gate Concourse D is a mile from one end to the other. To ease the transfer between gates, many travelers jump on the Skytrain, which runs most of the way through that concourse.

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webMOBI

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Discover webMOBI, the versatile event management tool that simplifies planning, engages attendees, and adapts to the ever-changing event landscape The post 10 Features that webMOBI Offers to Make Your Events a Success! appeared first on webmobi blo.

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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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Management Events

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Always Be Closing has been a mantra for sales professionals since it was introduced in the 1992 movie Glengarry Glen Ross. Alec Baldwin’s character, Blake, is tasked with motivating a group of salespeople and strongly emphasizes that they should Always Be Closing (ABC) no matter what. The philosophy behind ABC is that sales professionals should focus 100% of their efforts on closing deals.

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Momencio

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Welcome to the Topic “Sustainability in Event Planning: Strategies for Eco-Friendly Events” For good reason, event sustainability is one of the fastest-growing themes in the meetings sector. Today’s event professionals are more environmentally concerned than ever before and are already helping preserve the globe. However, although the events sector provides guests incredible learning, entertainment, and networking opportunities, its waste and carbon impact is indisputable.

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Caterease

OCTOBER 2, 2023

In the corporate world, meetings, events, and gatherings are commonplace and essential to doing business. Finding ways to make corporate catering stand out and be memorable can be challenging for a caterer. Corporate catering is not just about providing delicious food but also creating a unique and engaging experience for attendees. In this blog post, we’ll explore some creative and practical corporate catering ideas caterers can offer to make corporate events unforgettable.

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MLeads

OCTOBER 2, 2023

What is online lead management ? It is a structured process that helps businesses track, manage, and nurture their leads from various online channels to convert them into paying customers. Importance Online lead management is crucial for businesses today as it helps organize and streamline marketing and sales efforts, ensuring no potential customer slips through the cracks.

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Prestige Events Magazine

OCTOBER 2, 2023

This summer more than 2.6 million customers received memorable food and hospitality experiences from Sodexo Live! at some of the UK’s most iconic music, cultural and sporting moments. Sodexo Live! provided catering and hospitality services to eight high-profile events, mobilising over 7,000 employees during the summer months. Kicking off the season was Eurovision 2023, hosted on behalf of Ukraine by Sodexo Live!

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MeetingsNet

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Boston is making a new effort to highlight diverse event suppliers, while a new apprenticeship in Chicago could jump start an event-industry career for a BIPOC applicant. Efforts in Boston and Chicago to improve diversity and inclusion in the events industry set a positive tone for the start of Global Diversity Awareness Month. Meet Boston will officially launch a supplier diversity initiative on October 5 to expand the CVB’s network of businesses owned by women, BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and Pe

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Prestige Events Magazine

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Newly conceived ‘British Watchmakers’ Day’ is set for Saturday 9 th March 2024 and will showcase the best work of its trade members. Special Edition watches, created exclusively for the event are set to be revealed from exhibiting brands, including Roger W. Smith OBE. Widely acknowledged as the world’s finest watchmaker, he is building one of his ultra rare Series 1 watches especially for British Watchmakers’ Day.

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