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3 Corporate Event Trends for The Summer: Tips To Refresh Your Event Strategy ?

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If you find yourself swamped with responsibilities and in need of quickly planning an upcoming event, look no further. Here are some resources to refresh your event strategy. Discover the latest corporate event trends for the season that will continue to make an impact throughout the year. Outdoor Events Outdoor events have a charm and vibrancy that are unmatched by indoor gatherings.

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In Person Events: How to Plan for Success in 2023

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Does anything feel better than attending an awesome event? Virtual events let attendees tune in from their living rooms, hybrid events give them options, and in person events are full of creative engagement opportunities. But how do you decide which format is best for your event? And if you want to go the in person route, what are the best ways to run it safely and successfully?

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AI-Powered Event Sourcing is Now a Reality

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Skift Take: A new AI-powered event sourcing tool aims to streamline the way planners research venues and vendors, and automated their interaction with sales teams.

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Mastering the art of vendor and supplier negotiation.

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I hope you’re all caught up on Succession because it’s time to talk negotiations. It’s no secret that your relationships with vendors and suppliers are vital to the success of your events, but it can be intimidating to approach building these relationships. It all starts with negotiations. Think of this process as the bridge to a new relationship with vendors and suppliers.

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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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Wildfire Smoke Disrupts Events

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Skift Take: Planners know they must expect the unexpected, but the smog caused by Canada's wildfires that blanketed the East Coast over the past week surprised most. Flights were delayed, and outdoor activities canceled, leaving many to ask what's next.

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Harnessing Serendipity: a new book featuring 66 collaboration artists

Conferences that Work

I am delighted and honored to be featured in ‘ Harnessing Serendipity ,’ a unique new book that explores the magic of facilitating connection that leads to collaboration. It includes the stories of 66 “talented connectors” who share insights on how they create transformative experiences. The primary professions of the collaboration artists the authors include are wide-ranging—to say the least.

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The best pharma event management companies in 2023

SpotMe Blog

With so many logistics to handle and compliance regulations to consider when managing pharma events, working with expert pharma event management companies can help reduce stress and ensure you achieve your business goals more easily. You are probably lucky enough to have a great event management team that delivers exceptional events. But if you are looking for additional support and don’t know where to start, we can help you save a lot of time and effort.

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Shining a Light on Everyone “Under the Sun”

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Skift Take: Divisive legislation means that states and cities across the U.S. are facing of boycotts and travel advisories. They are also reconsidering what they need to do to keep attracting meetings and events.

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What the Back-to-the-Office Challenge Has to Do With In-Person Events

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One way to plan an event with empathy is to consider meeting in a vibrant destination where attendees could bring their families and stay for a vacation after the event. If you missed the first two parts of our interview with future of work experts and The Empathy Advantage: Leading the Empowered Workforce authors Heather E. McGowan and Chris Shipley, you can catch up here: Part 1: ‘ It’s About Having Empathy All the Way Around ’ Part 2: ‘ Does Leading With Empathy Mean You’re a Pushover?

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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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Meeting Profs Travel Report: Who Travels for Business?

Smart Meetings

How You Look May Be Affecting How Often You Travel for Business The SAP Concur Global Business Travel Survey has published its fifth year of findings with an astonishing report that nearly two-thirds of global business travelers feel they haven’t had “equal opportunity to travel for business compared to their coworkers, and they attribute this primarily to their age, accent or gender.

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Octopus Energy builds Glastonbury’s ‘biggest fan’ to feed Festival

Event Industry News

An Octopus Energy wind turbine will help contribute more sustainable power for food stands at Glastonbury Festival, providing the energy for thousands of green, clean snacks and meals for over 200,000 Festival-goers.

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Startups Fuel Growth of Paris Tech Show

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Skift Take: More than 90,000 participants are expected to gather in Paris over the next four days for this year's VivaTech, a show fully focused on startups and technology companies.

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Should You Break the Bank to Hire a Celebrity Speaker?

PCMA Convene

Olympic track-and-field medalist Allyson Felix related her advocacy of contract protections for pregnant athletes to equal employment opportunities for all women during Convening Leaders 2023. Only 1 percent of respondents to a Freeman survey said they preferred celebrity speakers to those who had something relevant to say to their groups. (Whatever Media Group) Event organizers who are considering straining their budgets to hire celebrity speakers — or who feel pressure to do so — may want to t

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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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How To Get Your Partner The Perfect Engagement Ring!

EventSource

Choosing the perfect engagement ring for your significant other can be a nerve-wracking process. You want to make sure you get it right by selecting the right style, stone, and metal. But how do you choose a ring that will make them catch their breath and fulfil their dreams? We’ve put together a few helpful tips to get you on the right track.

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International Rugby Experience – Creation of a Legend

Event Industry News

OMM had the opportunity of building a unique “world-class interactive experience” in the heart of Limerick, Ireland. The International Rugby Experience has been built on the foundations of World Rugby’s values, Passion, Discipline, Integrity, Solidarity and Respect. Visitors will be immersed in a truly authentic and exciting experience that reflects all the elements of the game.

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Indy Ups the Game with Convention Expansion

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Skift Take: What does a city do when some of its largest annual conventions outgrow it? Expand. That is exactly what Indianapolis is doing.

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The Truth About the Urban Oasis Destination Trend for Meetings

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What elements should meeting planners look for when sourcing to forge better group connections With the focus on the return of meetings, many meeting planners are seeking unforgettable locations for their next event that will provide ease and accessibility for their attendees. Kate De Master In this post-pandemic world, many groups are more comfortable being indoors than they have been over the past few years.

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Dominate Your Local Market With These 4 Reputation Management Strategies

Speaker: Adam Dorfman, Lindsay Harrison, and Erin O'Brien

Did you know that 4 out of 5 consumers use local search and 88% use smartphones for those searches? With that in mind, I think it's safe to say your online presence is the silver bullet of your business. Think about the revenue you could be missing by not prioritizing local search optimization. Fortunately, there are a handful of steps you can take right now that will immediately impact your business's pace in local search, and we're happy to share them.

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Maria and Kat’s Rustic Chic Wedding at La Maquette Restaurant

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Love knows no boundaries, and Maria and Kat’s love story is a testament to that. Their rustic chic wedding at La Maquette Restaurant celebrated their union in a truly unique and creative way. Let’s dive into the enchanting moments captured by Jessilynn Wong Photography , where Maria and Kat radiate beauty, happiness, and undeniable chemistry.

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UK Government announces £5million new investment into Grassroots Music Venues

Event Industry News

Music Venue Trust (MVT), the charity which represents over 900 hundred grassroots music venues across the UK, has warmly welcomed a new £5million investment in Grassroots Music Venues announced by Secretary of State for Culture Lucy Frazer.

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How Intentional Conversations Boost Business Networking

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Skift Take: Networking breaks and cocktail hours are no longer enough. Business networking at events requires a structured approach that fosters intentional conversations.

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What One Thing? Creating Magical Experiences with Robert Strong

Smart Meetings

On this episode of What One Thing? Smart Meetings Content Director JT Long speaks with Robert Strong , magician, comedian and speaker in addition to being an author. Strong shares with Smart Meetings on how he got started in magic, creating magical experiences for customers, and how humor can be used to help people connect. Lastly, Strong shares a memory of the time he shared the stage with the late comedian Robin Williams.

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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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2023 Marketing Trends: Tigris’ Top 3 Tips

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[…] The post 2023 Marketing Trends: Tigris’ Top 3 Tips appeared first on Leading the Canadian Industry in Dynamic Event Staffing, Event Planning & Experiential Marketing.

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IACC Survey of Planners Finds Space Design, Technology, Sustainability Are Key

MeetingsNet

The Spring 2023 research compiles the views of corporate, association, academic, and third-party event planners from around the world. Released on the first day of Meeting Professionals International’s World Education Congress in Cancun, the “Meeting Room of the Future 2023” survey report from the International Association of Conference Centers finds the 275 responding planners to be focused more heavily on “experience creation” versus before the Covid pandemic.

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4 Tips for Giving Attendees the Complete F&B Experience

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Skift Take: Your attendees are arriving with new expectations about what’s on the plate and what’s at the bar. Learn how to exceed those expectations and turn your event into a culinary celebration that will satisfy every appetite for an unforgettable experience.

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Lessons for Building Community Like a Broadway Performer

Smart Meetings

Fifteen years ago, a pair of Broadway performers had a vision for bringing the energy, fun and community of New York City’s bright lights to Northern California’s wine country. Amy Miller and her husband Brad Surosky spent the Great Recession traveling the country in an RV, talking to theater groups about how they built their audiences and emerged with a vision for an outdoor experience that was integrated with Sonoma County’s people and the landscape.

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5 Things Businesses Need to Know to Thrive in a Post-COVID World

People are itching to get back into the world. 54% of consumers say they plan to dine out at a restaurant at least once a week this year. As COVID-19 restrictions ease, the competition for their business is stronger than ever. Download this eBook today to learn how your restaurant can be prepared!

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How To Preserve Your Wedding Floral Bouquet

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Your wedding bouquet is special and beautiful — not to mention that it took a while to choose — so no wonder you don’t want to say goodbye to it after your big day. The good news? You don’t have to! There are some creative and special ways to preserve your wedding floral bouquet which can remind you of your special day for many years to come.

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DMC Network Talks Meeting- and Incentive-Planning Trends

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Challenges with event budgets, timelines, and staffing—plus air-travel complications—were among the issues discussed at Global DMC Partners’ annual meeting. During its ninth annual Connection meeting held in late May at Atlantis The Palm Dubai, the destination management company network Global DMC Partners heard from several hundred of its members about the challenges they are facing with their meeting and incentive clients.

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Planners Seek to Create Experiences, Even for Small Meetings

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Skift Take: The message is clear. In-person meetings must provide compelling reasons for participants to travel. Even small meetings need to feel like experiences.

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