Event Industry News
JULY 7, 2023
The Fully Charged SHOW has made enormous progress since its first episode on YouTube 13 years ago. In its first 8 years, Robert Llewellyn established it as a leading voice on the future of energy and transport globally.
Eventsforce
JULY 7, 2023
You only have to read the news to confirm that the advancement of technology is a clear given. With that in mind, could the future of the events industry be limited only by our imaginations? No one knows what time may bring, but half a century from now, it’s certain that profound technological innovation will have radically changed the experiences and expectations of event professionals and the audiences they serve.
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Smart Meetings
JULY 7, 2023
The Hospitality Show offered a mix of great insights and lessons to take home More than 3,500 attendees came together at the first-ever Hospitality Show at The Venetian Conference Center & Expo in Las Vegas June 27-29. The Show featured keynote speakers and discussions among hospitality veterans within and adjacent to the hospitality industry, covering topics such as what travelers now expect from the industry, how hoteliers can stay vigilant in the $70-billion human trafficking industry, th
Event Smart
JULY 7, 2023
How to Start a Fundraiser for Mental Health Awareness When have you stopped and reflected on your mental health state? Mental health is often overlooked because of our busy schedules. And because mental health problem is hard to notice, it is harder to treat.
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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.
Smart Meetings
JULY 7, 2023
The International Brotherhood of Teamsters which represents 340,000 UPS workers considering a strike, walked away from the negotiating table with the company this week, starting a countdown to July 31 when the union vows to strike. At stake are wages and working conditions. Recently, the company agreed to add air conditioning to UPS trucks, a move UPS resisted for years.
Event Pro Update brings together the best content for event, conference, and meeting planning professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
MPI
JULY 7, 2023
Initially, I started volunteering to grow my network of peers and grow professionally into my role as an event manager.
MeetingsNet
JULY 7, 2023
Linda McNairy, global vice president–strategic meetings at American Express Global Business Travel, gets the nod as a Changemaker for turning the North American annual customer meeting on its head. MeetingsNet’s Changemakers list recognizes outstanding meeting professionals for their efforts to move their organizations and the industry forward in unique and positive ways.
QC Event School
JULY 7, 2023
Meet QC Event School graduate, Ayla Otto! Location: Wasilla, Alaska QC Courses you’ve taken: Event & Wedding Planning Event Decor QC Courses you’re taking: Destination Wedding Planning Luxury Wedding & Event Planning Accelerate Your Business Workshop Your website: [link] Facebook: [link] Instagram: [link] TikTok: [link] Meet QC Event School graduate, Ayla Otto!
MeetingsNet
JULY 7, 2023
Changemaker Jason Dunn Sr., co-chair of the Events Industry Council’s Equity Task Force, led a research effort looking at the DEI experience of meeting professionals. The next step: corrective solutions. MeetingsNet’s Changemakers list recognizes outstanding meeting professionals for their efforts to move their organizations and the industry forward in unique and positive ways.
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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
Eventsforce
JULY 7, 2023
What is the future of events? You only have to read the news to confirm that the advancement of technology is a clear given. With that in mind, could the future of the events industry be limited only by our imaginations? No one knows what time may bring, but half a century from now, it’s certain that profound technological innovation will have radically changed the experiences and expectations of event professionals and the audiences they serve.
MeetingsNet
JULY 7, 2023
Knowland and Amadeus combined their data to provide a better understanding of meeting demand by market segment plus average meeting attendance, total event space used, and other elements. Late June saw the unveiling of a new meetings-industry research product from Knowland, a research firm focused on the events industry, and Amadeus, a global player in hospitality technology.
Smart Meetings
JULY 7, 2023
Andrew Casperson Andrew Casperson Casperson is Executive Vice President of Operations at Coury Hospitality , bringing with him the experience of three decades in the industry. He has managed and operated numerous hotels across North America and worked for nine years as Senior Vice President of Operations at Omni Hotels and Resorts. He most recently oversaw twenty-two outstanding properties at Aimbridge Hospitality as Vice President of Operations.
MeetingsNet
JULY 7, 2023
Changemaker Justin Maddox delivers creative, envelope-pushing meeting apps and other technology solutions for clients of LEO Events. MeetingsNet’s Changemakers list recognizes outstanding meeting professionals for their efforts to move their organizations and the industry forward in unique and positive ways. Find the full 2023 Changemakers list here.
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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.
Smart Meetings
JULY 7, 2023
Andrew Casperson Andrew Casperson Casperson is Executive Vice President of Operations at Coury Hospitality , bringing with him the experience of three decades in the industry. He has managed and operated numerous hotels across North America and worked for nine years as Senior Vice President of Operations at Omni Hotels and Resorts. He most recently oversaw twenty-two outstanding properties at Aimbridge Hospitality as Vice President of Operations.
MeetingsNet
JULY 7, 2023
Carrie Cliggett, CMM, CED, drove a comprehensive approach to meetings and events at Wolters Kluwer. Here’s how it went. MeetingsNet’s Changemakers list recognizes outstanding meeting professionals for their efforts to move their organizations and the industry forward in unique and positive ways. Find the full 2023 Changemakers list here. Carrie Cliggett, CMM, CED (Formerly) Vice President, Global Event Management Wolters Kluwer For consolidating event staff and systems companywide using a delibe
Ins'Tent
JULY 7, 2023
Having a pop-up tent booth at a trade show can be an excellent opportunity for businesses to showcase their products or services to a wide audience and network with potential customers and partners. A well-designed and set up pop-up tent booth, or portable and customizable tents, can be the key to making a lasting impression and generating buzz for your brand at trade shows.
MeetingsNet
JULY 7, 2023
Linda McNairy, global vice president–strategic meetings at American Express Global Business Travel, gets the nod as a Changemaker for turning the North American annual customer meeting on its head. MeetingsNet’s Changemakers list recognizes outstanding meeting professionals for their efforts to move their organizations and the industry forward in unique and positive ways.
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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!
Skiddle
JULY 7, 2023
We won’t win any awards for saying that technology has radically changed the way we live. At this point, our phones are an extension of ourselves, and we document our personal achievements, music tastes, side hustles and things that make us laugh across various platforms. It’s changed the way live music works, too. Without technology, Skiddle wouldn’t be able to issue electronic tickets to the attendees of the events we sell tickets for.
Nunify
JULY 7, 2023
Today, event apps have become a common sight at various events, be it conferences, seminars, concerts, or festivals. These apps are not only enhancing attendee experience but also offering a powerful platform to connect, engage, and build lasting relationships. Although as an event planner, you may face the initial task of creating an event app , the real challenge extends beyond that.
Event Industry News
JULY 7, 2023
Showsec, the UK’s premier crowd management and event security company, is pleased to announce its successful bid for the exclusive contract to provide backstage and standing floor operations at OVO Arena Wembley, the iconic live music venue renowned for hosting major entertainment events.
Skiddle
JULY 7, 2023
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 share a special interview with the minds behind Reggae Land Festival, share some news from the event industry and talk about our Discount Codes feature.
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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.
Event Industry News
JULY 7, 2023
Several months ago an article about “killing off” cheap, disposable conference and event swag went viral. People weighed in from all angles. The overwhelming consensus – those planning events, attending events, and participating in events need to be more mindful of the products they use for the purpose of gifting.
MPI
JULY 7, 2023
Email is an ideal channel to promote your upcoming nonprofit events. Use these strategies to boost attendance, engage stakeholders, and achieve your goals.
MeetingsNet
JULY 7, 2023
Pat Schaumann, CMP, CSEP, DMCP, HMCC, made a name for herself 10 years ago with the launch of the Healthcare Meeting Compliance Certificate program. Now she has a new program and a book to show beginners the ropes. MeetingsNet’s Changemakers list recognizes outstanding meeting professionals for their efforts to move their organizations and the industry forward in unique and positive ways.
The Planner's Lounge
JULY 7, 2023
Welcome to our Friday Favorites! Every couple of weeks, we share some of our favorite articles from around the web that we find interesting or will help you succeed in your wedding planning business. Here Comes The Wedding Therapist {Bustle} How Digitalization is Transforming the Wedding Industry {Start-Up Guys} How the wedding industry is working around wildfires {CBC} The Future of AI in the Wedding Industry {Special Events} Happy Friday!
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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.
MeetingsNet
JULY 7, 2023
Here’s how Courtney Mesmer, CMP, DES, CED, vice president, events for WorldatWork, successfully led her organization’s annual conference through a wave of major improvements. MeetingsNet’s Changemakers list recognizes outstanding meeting professionals for their efforts to move their organizations and the industry forward in unique and positive ways.
Lumi Global
JULY 7, 2023
Learn how to build strong relationships with investors for long-term success in investor relations. Discover the benefits of trust, open communication, valuing feedback, personalized engagement, and more.
MeetingsNet
JULY 7, 2023
After 25 years as part of a multi-association show, the American Physiological Society held its own event in 2023. The Changemaker behind the convention and trade show: Meeghan De Cagna, CAE, DES MeetingsNet’s Changemakers list recognizes outstanding meeting professionals for their efforts to move their organizations and the industry forward in unique and positive ways.
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