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eXTwitter gets desperate

Conferences that Work

In the last two weeks, eXTwitter has become increasingly desperate to show you ads. Here’s what Elon did—and how to avoid ads completely. We know eXTwitter was losing money before Elon bought it in late 2022 and took it private. Forbes reports that usage of ExTwitter dropped 30% in 2023. And though we no longer have public information on profitability, eXTwitter’s revenue shows a continued decline.

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Thomas Reiser: The Evolution of Association Management

EventMB

Skift Take: Associations are at a critical crossroads in redefining their value to members. Thomas Reiser shares his blueprint for revitalizing the relevance of medical societies in the post-pandemic era.

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Ensuring Live Events are Accessible to All

PCMA Convene

At PCMA Convening Leaders 20204 in San Diego, Ten Fifty Entertainment’s Austin Whitney led an immersive tour to show event professionals what makes an event or venue accessible when it comes to mobility needs. (Whatever Media Group) When a car accident at 18 left Austin Whitney with a permanent spinal cord injury, the idea of living out the rest of his life in a wheelchair left him feeling “hopeless.

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event:decision expands team following strong start to 2024

Prestige Events Magazine

Laura Robinson joins event:decisions growing team as Head of Sustainable Event Operations from her role as Head of Events and Marketing at the Royal College of Physicians. Matt Grey from event:decision said of the appointment, “Laura’s knowledge and experience in both sustainability and events will be invaluable to event:decision as the business continues to scale in both proposition and geography.

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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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Live from SXSW 2024: Six Brands Catalyzing Connections in Austin

Event Marketer

The 38 th edition of the SXSW Conference and Festivals in Austin is officially underway, providing nine jam-packed days (March 8-16) of sessions, music and comedy showcases, film and tv screenings, exhibitions, tech competitions, awards ceremonies—oh yeah, and killer experiential marketing activations. Brands are peppered across the city this week, with some activating as official sponsors, and others in town to reap the benefits of engaging a massive audience of creatives and techies.

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The Power of Purpose is Fueled by Collaboration

Smart Meetings

What to expect at Business Events Industry Week 2024 The meetings and events industry calendar is a crowded place, filled with must-attend association conferences, regional gatherings and our own projects, especially in the summer and fall. One that has been distinguishing itself since it started four years ago is Business Events Industry Week ( BEIW ).

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The QEII Centre strengthens leadership team with two new female directors

Prestige Events Magazine

Leading London events venue, The QEII Centre , has strengthened its director team with the appointment of Elena Gurgul as Sales and Marketing Director and EeLain Ong as Finance Director. With the addition of the two new hires, the senior leadership team for the world-renowned meetings and exhibitions centre is now 60 per cent female. Elena joins the venue as Sales and Marketing Director from Hyatt Place London Heathrow Airport, where she re-launched the hotel post-pandemic, built a brand-new cor

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The Brief: Ketchup Insurance and Firehouse Takeovers

Event Marketer

FIVE THINGS TO KNOW THIS WEEK This week’s hot takes on hot topics in experiential marketing cover ketchup insurance, frozen firehouses and a new culinary conference. NBC MARKETERS ARE HONORING 25 YEARS OF ‘SVU’: THESE ARE THEIR STORIES Superfans of “Law & Order: Special Victims Unit”—we have a Code Blue. Your presence is required in New York City from March 14 to 15.

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Sustainability Centre Stage at BMA House

Event Industry News

On Wednesday, March 6th, event professionals congregated at the exquisite BMA House in London for the highly anticipated Sustainable Breakfast Briefing. Against the backdrop of this elegant venue, attendees engaged in discussions centred around sustainability in events, with a particular focus on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) considerations.

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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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Entertainment Ideas for Corporate Events

ePly

Planning a successful corporate entertainment event is about more than simply gathering people together in one place for a common purpose. It’s about creating something legendary that really resonates with your attendees, keeps people talking about it for a long time to come, and helps you reach your business goals. A knack for planning and executing amazing corporate events can help you raise funds and generate interest in what your company does.

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BCD M&E partners with MPI UK & Ireland Chapter on Vanessa Cotton Scholarship

Event Industry News

BCD Meetings & Events (BCD M&E), a leading global meetings and events agency, has partnered with the MPI UK & Ireland Chapter on the Vanessa Cotton Scholarship.

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Why not a museum

SevenEvents

trends in museum corporate events can vary depending on location, industry, and the specific preferences of organizers and attendees. some general trends in museum corporate events includes: immersive experiences: organizers seek to create unique and immersive experiences using technology such as augmented reality (ar) or virtual reality (vr) to highlight the connection between the brand and the museum’s history. versatile spaces: museums that offer flexible and versatile spaces for corpor

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Aintree Racecourse

Event Industry News

Located conveniently within easy reach of both the vibrant City of Liverpool and the extensive motorway network, Aintree Racecourse offers a stimulating and accessible environment perfect for hosting events. Whether indoors or amidst our lush green parkland, Aintree provides a versatile backdrop that caters to a variety of occasions.

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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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Strata Launches Bespoke Rewards and Recognition Platform, Sherbet

Prestige Events Magazine

• M ajor new proprietary technology product developed in-house by Strata • Sherbet set to disrupt traditional rewards and recognition market • Strata continues growth through innovation and product development Strata, the award-winning brand experience agency, has designed and developed a bespoke rewards and recognition platform. Called Sherbet, the proprietary technology product has been developed by Strata’s in-house team of experts who have a deep understanding of product innovation and the a

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Ready for It? 10 Ideas for a Taylor Swift Themed Birthday Party

Sendo

Are you a die-hard Swiftie looking to celebrate your birthday in style? Look no further! A Taylor Swift-themed birthday party is the perfect way to shake off another year and embrace your love for the queen of pop. Whether you’re turning 13 or 30, there’s something magical about bringing Taylor’s music and style to life. Here are some ideas to make your Taylor Swift-themed birthday party unforgettable: Swift Themed Birthday Invitation Set the tone for your birthday party with a

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Announcing Our Partnership With Shepard

InGo

Today, we are thrilled to announce our partnership with Shepard, an event production company with over a century of experience. This collaboration marks a significant milestone for us and the event industry overall and will elevate experiences to new heights. Shepard, with its rich legacy dating back to 1905, has been a stalwart in event production, specializing in corporate events, trade shows, conferences, and exhibits.

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When Is Wedding Season In Wine Country: 2025 Best Dates To Get Married

Milestone Events Group

It’s still a ways off, but as 2025 approaches, lovebirds and wine enthusiasts eagerly await the unveiling of the best dates to tie the knot amidst the picturesque vineyards of wine country. The first question, of course, is the question of who to marry. But the next question on everyone’s lips is: “When is wedding season at its most magical in these grape-laden landscapes?

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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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TRO creates interactive exhibition for Just Eat Takeaway

Prestige Events Magazine

Live events and experiential experts TRO has launched an interactive exhibition for its valued client, Just Eat Takeaway.com. Over the past four months, TRO has been busy developing the ‘Just Eat Neighbourhood’ concept, aimed at bringing together the client’s global B2B marketplace and dynamic partner service offering under one roof. The new concept will be launched at the Internorga trade fair, taking place in Hamburg from 8 – 12 March.

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EVENT PLANNING – KEEP YOUR EYE ON THE PRIZE – KNOW, ATTRACT AND KEEP ATTENDEES

Master the Event

When it comes to meeting and event planning it is imperative to keep up with all things current and on trend. The planning industry is in a constant state of transformation and countless tweaks, changes and variations are the norm as the business of meeting and event planning repeatedly reinvents itself. Just look at technology and fashion, if you blink twice you’ve missed something and it’s a whole new ball game.

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Beyond the Beginning & End: My Leadership Lessons with WIPA

Special Events

Reflections on leadership by WIPA Past President Meghan Ely

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Easter Party Planning and Fun!

Master the Event

When knee deep into winter I am always looking for signs that spring is on the way; an unusually warm day, the groundhog and his shadow or Easter just around the corner. In my mind when Easter arrives so does spring and is a perfect time to start holiday party planning. While Easter is a religious holiday for some, for others it’s all about traditions and family.

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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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Project Ocean Santa Cruz: Part 2 – A Place to Grow Old

Click & Pledge

Project Ocean Santa Cruz: Part 2 – A Place to Grow Old Déjà vu Project Ocean had us retracing our steps back to Santa Cruz near the end of our first week of West Coast production, this time to catch Save The Waves Coalition to film their first ever summit. Before we go further, I have to give a big shoutout to the eight nonprofits we filmed with up and down the California and Washington coasts, as coordinating with that many schedules in a 12-day window is not an easy feat.

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