Conferences that Work
APRIL 15, 2024
Seth Godin points out that many organizations fear connecting because their leadership fears losing control. Even though the control they think they have is a myth. “Organizations are afraid of connecting. They are afraid of losing control, of handing over power, of walking into a territory where they don’t always get to decide what’s going to happen next.
EventMB
APRIL 15, 2024
Skift Take: Explore how Visit Phoenix leverages meetings and events as powerful engines for economic growth and community engagement, redefining the impact of destination marketing beyond the confines of tourism.
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Event Industry News
APRIL 15, 2024
The UK has hosted 1.02million conferences in the last year alone, generating an outstanding £16.3 billion for the economies of popular conference destinations1. As one of the leading conference destinations in the UK, Leeds has seen huge success in the last 12 months, welcoming 2.
Event Age by Swapcard
APRIL 15, 2024
Swapcard is excited to share news of a new partnership with Jonas Event Technology (JET), aimed at improving the event experience for organizers and attendees alike. Through this collaboration, Swapcard will become the preferred event app provider for JET’s clients, integrating our innovative app solutions with their robust event registration platform.
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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.
Event Marketer
APRIL 15, 2024
FIVE THINGS TO KNOW THIS WEEK This week’s hot takes on hot topics in experiential marketing cover scented billboards, denim cafés and BARK Air. MCDONALD’S AROMATIC BILLBOARDS MAKE TOTAL SCENTS If you’ve ever walked by a McDonald’s and caught a whiff of the brand’s French fries, you know how alluring the scent of those iconic deep-fried potatoes can be.
Event Pro Update brings together the best content for event, conference, and meeting planning professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Event Industry News
APRIL 15, 2024
The Association of Event Organisers (AEO) is thrilled to announce the launch of its inaugural event, the “AEO Marketing Social,” scheduled to take place on 21st May 2024, at Informa Markets’ London office.
Prestige Events Magazine
APRIL 15, 2024
The Bowls Club have partnered with Great Ormond Street Hospital Children’s Charity (GOSH Charity) to support seriously ill children and their families at Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH). As one of the world’s leading children’s hospitals, GOSH has transformed the lives of so many families. From ground-breaking research into rare or complex diseases to the development of world-class facilities and equipment which help give children from across the UK the best chance to fulfil thei
MeetingsNet
APRIL 15, 2024
A veteran planner explains how to push back tactfully but effectively when a proposed change isn’t for the better. During the 12-hour educational marathon hosted by Meeting Professionals International on April 11—Global Meetings Industry Day—one session presenter touched on a delicate issue that surely had all the business-event planners in attendance nodding along: Yes, change is essential and inevitable.
The Castle Group
APRIL 15, 2024
ENERGY TRANSITION: WHY IT MATTERS Climate change stands as one of the most pressing issues of our time. Its far-reaching impacts touch every corner of society, from social justice and health impacts to intensified weather events and economic disruptions. What we do to address climate change – our ‘energy transition’ – is now at the forefront of conversations at all levels of government, from neighborhood organizations to global compacts.
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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
Event Industry News
APRIL 15, 2024
Nestled within the scenic Suffolk/Cambridgeshire countryside, Newmarket Racecourses’ Rowley Mile offers a picturesque setting for a diverse range of team activities. With vast outdoor space and extensive grounds, our venue provides the perfect backdrop for engaging, challenging, and enjoyable experiences with your team.
Prestige Events Magazine
APRIL 15, 2024
A major expansion and renovation project, in excess of £80 million, has begun at the multi-award-winning Belfry Hotel & Resort in the West Midlands. The impressive project, due for completion Autumn 2025, will see a flagship 852sqm event space, The Masters Suite, built and designed to host 648 guests for banqueting with a max capacity of 920, making it perfect for conferences and product launches, mini expos and weddings.
MeetingsNet
APRIL 15, 2024
For real and lasting impact, design event content so that concepts build, allowing attendees to connect the dots themselves and create their own "aha" moments. Here are three design strategies to help you to deliver moments of insight. As we rapidly accelerate into an era where tech infiltrates all aspects of our lives, events are one place where we can pause to be human, synthesize our thoughts in conversations, and create space to remember what is important.
Smart Meetings
APRIL 15, 2024
A partnership born out of a long-term friendship is how ASAE President and CEO Michelle Mason described the agreement to work together with the association for destinations announced at Destinations International’s Sales and Services Summit in Washington, D.C., during Business Events Industry Week. The plan was to leverage the strengths of two industry associations in the areas of security, and diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI).
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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!
Event Industry News
APRIL 15, 2024
Event Tech Live Las Vegas announces partnership with Choose 2 Rent as official badge printing partner Event Tech Live (ETL) Las Vegas, is thrilled to announce its exciting partnership with Choose 2 Rent, a leading provider of event technology solutions.
Prestige Events Magazine
APRIL 15, 2024
Foxhills Club & Resort in Surrey takes on the traditional Day Delegate Rate (DDR) offering with a brand new Padel and Pickleball Rate (PPR) that’s set to bring some racket action to meetings held at the resort. Foxhills truly believes that bringing colleagues together, forging strong relationships and elevating team morale not only enhances productivity, engagement and cohesiveness, but also paves the way for sustained business success.
Glow Global Events
APRIL 15, 2024
Communication is key to any successful event planning process. Event clients want to feel informed and involved throughout the planning process, constantly in the loop about their special event. It is up to you to ensure that communication channels are open and that your clients feel like they are a part of the decision-making process. In this post, we explore the different communication channels event planners can use to keep their clients informed and satisfied throughout the planning process.
Management Events
APRIL 14, 2024
Understanding the C-Level Landscape When aiming to connect with top-tier executives, it’s crucial to first understand the unique challenges and priorities that define their professional landscape. C-level decision-makers, such as CEOs, CFOs, and CTOs, are often inundated with pitches and proposals, making it essential to stand out with a value-driven approach.
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.
Opus Agency
APRIL 15, 2024
Movement Maker: How London is Fueling Growth for World-Shaping Brands
Special Events
APRIL 15, 2024
Part 8 in our annual State of the Industry (SOI) report
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