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Destination Brief: Phoenix Tops Rankings for Airport, Convention Center & Tech Growth

EventMB

Skift Take: From its investment in growth sectors like semiconductors and electric vehicles to its boom in hotel development and innovative transportation, Phoenix is a city on the rise — and event organizers are taking note. This sun-drenched region values nature just as much as technology, bridging the two to find solutions for more sustainable events.

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Jen and David’s Enchanting Wedding at Chateau Le Parc

EventSource

Jen and David’s wedding at Chateau Le Parc was every bit both stunning as it was elegant. Planned alongside the expert hands of Ever After by Justine , you can’t help but fall in love with the breathtaking beauty of Jen in her whimsical wedding dress and flawless makeup by Louminous Makeup. The talented Eric Cheng Photography captured the glamour and romance of the couples’ gorgeous ceremony.

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Eventbrite Offers Event Trends Update for 2024

EventMB

Skift Take: From pricing strategies and event frequency to experiential offerings and sustainability practices, Eventbrite's annual event trends forecasting guide offers a glimpse into the shifting focus of organizers and attendees.

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Sleek announces New Senior Leader Team following the agency’s repositioning

Event Industry News

Full-service experience marketing agency, Sleek, today announces the formation of its newly structured leadership team to support the agency’s new service offerings following its recent repositioning.

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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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Announcing the Return of Skift Meetings Forum in New York City This September

EventMB

Skift Take: Returning for the second year, Skift Meetings Forum will be held in New York City on September 17th gathering top-tier meeting professionals to discuss advancing technology, evolving attendee preferences, shifting work dynamics and so much more.

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OnSinch

Event Industry News

OnSinch is a robust project and staff management software tailored to meet the diverse operational needs of sectors such as event staffing, talent agencies, crewing companies, hostess agencies, and more! Our platform elevates workforce performance,improves productivity, and automates administrative workflows.

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IAEE Women’s Leadership Forum Created a Safe Space

Smart Meetings

The 11 th International Association of Exhibitions and Events (IAEE) Women’s Leadership Forum was a wake-up call for event professionals looking to take their careers to the next level while balancing their personal lives. “It was a safe space to come together, be themselves and talk freely without being judged,” said Marsha Flanagan, new president of the organization founded almost 100 years ago.

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HFE Signs

Event Industry News

HFE Signs was founded in 1996 and quickly became a UK leader in Event Signs, Printed Banners & Flags. HFE have decades of experience and a perfect 5-Star Trustpilot rating which has been earnt over many years of unmatched customer service.

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4 tips for perfecting your LinkedIn aesthetics in the meeting industry

MPI

By focusing on the aesthetics of your profile and content, you’re not just enhancing your appearance—you’re enriching your impact, ensuring that you’re not just seen but also remembered.

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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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JLL Gets Real for Earth Day: Transparent Commitment to Genuine Sustainability

Event Industry News

As the world celebrated Earth Day yesterday, JLL, a JL-Group company and a leading name in the technical production industry, reaffirmed its dedication to genuine sustainability, actioning transparency surrounding their current and future commitments. The audio-visual industry, while integral to modern communication and entertainment, often comes with a hefty environmental cost.

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Don't miss bourbon tourism at WEC Louisville

MPI

Kentucky is the birthplace of bourbon, where distillers have been crafting batches large and small since the 18th century and thus perfecting it for over 200 years—with Kentucky producing 95% of the supply, making it bourbon’s true homeplace. In fact, there are more bourbon barrels than people in Kentucky! Bourbon tourism is thriving in Louisville.

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Mercure Manchester Piccadilly Hotel bolsters management team

Event Industry News

Mercure Manchester Piccadilly is driving ahead with an ambitious recruitment programme to hire 53 conference, events, and hotel staff as part of a major new vision, strategy, and investment for the business in 2024.

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Countdown to 2030: The joint mission of three organisations to help the events industry reach its sustainability goals

Prestige Events Magazine

By Selina Donald, founder and CEO, The Bulb, Anna Abdelnoor, CEO and founder, isla, and Chantal Kerr-Sheppard, founder, Event Cycle There are just six years left until the deadline for the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, and Earth Day is a stark reminder of this important deadline, and an annual snapshot of how much work remains to be done.

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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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“Can an event organiser ever truly be Net Zero?” Raccoon Media Group’s sustainability journey

Event Industry News

As the world sets ambitious targets to combat climate change, live events are under increasing scrutiny for their environmental impact. Raccoon Media Group (RMG) reflects on its sustainability efforts in the past year and questions the feasibility of achieving true net zero status in this dynamic industry.

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Mercure Manchester Piccadilly Hotel Bolsters Management Team

Prestige Events Magazine

Mercure Manchester Piccadilly is driving ahead with an ambitious recruitment programme to hire 53 conference, events, and hotel staff as part of a major new vision, strategy, and investment for the business in 2024. Following a £3million modernisation project and a refreshed leadership and employee model, the hotel has announced the appointment of two key leadership positions, marking a significant stride forward in its commitment to excellence in events, hospitality, and service.

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UK B Corp community reaches 2,000

Event Industry News

Companies are leading the shift to better business as the UK B Corp community reaches its latest milestone. Today, B Lab UK reveals that there are officially 2,000 Certified B Corporations in the UK — a figure that has doubled in just 18 months.

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The Business of Events Collaborates with ICCA to Launch Global Advocacy Alliance

Prestige Events Magazine

The Business of Events is pleased to announce its collaboration with the International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA) to introduce the Global Advocacy Alliance. Scheduled to run during the ICCA Plenary at IMEX Frankfurt, 13 May 2024, this initiative will convene 200 industry leaders to foster dialogue and share best practices in advocating for the event sector to governmental bodies at local, regional, and national levels.

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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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Co-op Live in Manchester sets new standard for UK arena experience

Event Industry News

A purpose-built new 23,500 capacity music venue in Manchester has become the UK’s largest dedicated live indoor music space, with a world-leading engineering design by UK consultancy Buro Happold.

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Radisson Hotel Group releases its 2023 Responsible Business Report, marking 35 years since its pioneering first environmental policy

Prestige Events Magazine

2023 was an exceptional year for Radisson Hotel Group’s award-winning Responsible Business program. The Group made significant progress on its Net Zero by 2050 transition, achieved important milestones in employee engagement and diversity, and continued to look beyond its borders to convene the hospitality industry in meeting the growing demand of consumers for green travel.

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Introducing Skiddle Stories: A Celebration of our Longest-Standing Event Partners

Skiddle

The post Introducing Skiddle Stories: A Celebration of our Longest-Standing Event Partners appeared first on Skiddle Promotion Centre.

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Revealing the Wonder of the Science Museum Corporate events team hosts a night of innovation and celebration

Prestige Events Magazine

The Science Museum welcomed over 50 clients on Wednesday 17 th April to an exclusive drinks reception in the Smith Centre and intimate dinner in Illuminate as part of a celebratory event designed to ‘reveal the wonder of the Science Museum’. The special event showcased the variety of versatile event spaces on offer, highlighting the option to exclusively hire the entire museum for a takeover event, as well as celebrating Illuminate’s 5 th birthday.

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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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Sustainability: from chatter to action

Special Events

Part 9 of our annual State of the Industry (SOI) report

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Spring Awakening: Wellness-Inspired Wedding Venues

Unique Venues

As the season of renewal and growth, spring is the perfect time for couples to celebrate their love amidst the beauty of nature. For those seeking wedding venues that go beyond the traditional ballroom setting, wellness-inspired locations offer a unique and rejuvenating experience for both the couple and their guests. From outdoor yoga spaces to mindfulness gardens, these sites provide the ideal backdrop for couples who prioritize health, wellness, and mindfulness on their special day.

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“Can an event organiser ever truly be Net Zero?”Raccoon Media Group’s sustainability journey

Prestige Events Magazine

As the world sets ambitious targets to combat climate change, live events are under increasing scrutiny for their environmental impact. Raccoon Media Group (RMG) reflects on its sustainability efforts in the past year and questions the feasibility of achieving true net zero status in this dynamic industry. Mike Seaman, CEO at RMG, commented: “I believe that trade shows are inherently sustainable – enabling customers to swap numerous trips for a single visit, but we want Raccoon Media Group to be

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Barbican selected at the venue for the 34th World Design Congress in 2025

Prestige Events Magazine

The World Design Congress will return to London in September 2025 for the first time in 56 years. The 34th event, which will take place at the Barbican Centre, will bring together over 1,000 individuals from the international design community as well as thought leaders from business, research and education to discuss and debate design issues of global importance.

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Download 7 Exceptional Event Email Templates for Driving Attendee Engagement

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.

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Quarterly Event and Brand Experience Industry Recruitment Trends: January – March 2024

Prestige Events Magazine

YOU Search & Select, the leading senior specialist in event and brand experience industry recruitment is pleased to share its newest quarterly report on recruitment trends for January to March 2024. Founder and Fitabilty® Recruiter, Robert Kenward, is uniquely placed to gather intel from multiple interactions with many of the leading agencies and stakeholders and can offer the industry insights into key recruitment trends and future business forecasts.

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