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Introducing Landing Canary Wharf: A New Waterside Venue from Broadwick

Prestige Events Magazine

Broadwick announces the official launch of Landing Canary Wharf, a premium private hire venue designed for high-impact events in the heart of London’s global business district. Opening in Autumn 2025 at 12 Bank Street, the venue offers architectural elegance, operational precision, and a rare private terrace with panoramic views over Eden Dock – all just steps from London’s most connected transport links.

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B-to-B Dream Team 2025: Meet Jimmy Knowles

Event Marketer

Event Marketer’s 2025 B-to-B Dream has been unveiled. Each month, we’re sitting down with one of our all-stars to talk trends, best practices and all things uniquely b-to-b. Jimmy Knowles, Global Head of Experiential, Canva When Jimmy Knowles landed his first job, it was like a scene plucked straight out of a movie. As senior class president at Ithaca College, Knowles was charged with finding a commencement speaker, and ultimately selected Amy Kule, who served as group vice president at Macy’s

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ICC Belfast triumph in global events competition in China

Prestige Events Magazine

ICC Belfast’s Head of Production, Dave Young has won a global competition in the events industry at an industry conference in China, which took place from 22-25 June. Dave was selected to take part in the prestigious AIPC Future Shapers programme as part of the AIPC Annual Conference in Shenzen. AIPC (International Association of Convention Centres) is the industry association for professional convention and exhibition centre managers across the world, with representation from over 55 countries.

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Sweat the Small Stuff

Velvet Chainsaw

**Lost Post written five years ago. This blog post was published in Convene, but not published on our site in 2020 due to the pandemic and changing priorities during that time** When it comes to making your event more attendee-centric, even adding a few inches between chairs can go far. For my first job, I did banquet setups at a Marriott in suburban Cincinnati.

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Engage Better, Gift Smarter, Win Big: Events That Deliver ROI

Speaker: Hanan Polinovski, Events Manager and David Brown, Sr. Marketing & Events Lead

Are your events living up to expectations? Are you getting quality leads from your sponsorships? Have you ever wondered if that branded notebook actually makes an impact? Get ready to transform your event strategy! Join event marketing pros Hanan Polinovski from Printfection and David Brown from Bonusly for a fast-paced webinar about turning your event efforts into serious ROI.

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See Inside the Disney+ Throwback Experience

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Quest Shares Pro Tips on Leveraging a Host City as an Event Theme

Event Marketer

When it comes to choosing a host city, some event marketers are taking a cue from the real estate industry’s No. 1 priority: location, location, location. Consider Quest Software, which this year presented NXT, its annual internal sales kickoff, in Boston at the historic Park Plaza Hotel. The locale wasn’t just selected out of convenience or budget; it was the perfect place to bring to life Quest’s core messaging around honoring its legacy while celebrating the future of software innovation.

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Event Security Reminder: Don’t Let Your Attendees Lose It

Smart Meetings

You’ve seen the videos: Someone flips out on an airplane just before the flight takes off, causing a major delay, as passengers sit and wait on the tarmac as security walks the troublemaker off the plane. A disagreement erupts into a fight in a hotel lobby, and a long list of other incidents goes on to be discussed among family, friends and colleagues for weeks on end.

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Black Tie Style Meets Modern Romance at Four Seasons Hotel Toronto

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Couple: Marisa & Niall | 220 Guests | Venue: Four Seasons Hotel Toronto Marisa and Niall’s wedding was the kind of day you dream about – elegant, full of love, and totally unforgettable. Set at the gorgeous Four Seasons Hotel Toronto , the celebration was effortlessly chic and beautifully captured by Mango Studios , who didn’t miss a single magical moment!

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Planners Navigate Meeting Budget Blindspots

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Skift Take: Event budgets are being squeezed but instead of scaling back, planners are striking sponsorship deals to continue to deliver high-impact experiences.

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Prospect, Personalize, Profit: The New Way Sales & Marketing Teams Are Aligning with AI

Speaker: Kevin Burke, Founder & Managing Director at Digital One and AI & Automation Consultant

AI and automation are currently transforming the way sales and marketing teams operate. Generative AI crafts personalized outreach at scale, while conversational AI bots are engaging prospects in real time. Robotic process automation streamlines manual workflows by triggering tasks the moment a prospect takes a key action, and advanced AI analytics surface hidden patterns in the pipeline, improve forecasting, and help teams make data-driven decisions with confidence.

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Heartfelt connections took centre stage at beam’s Annual Forum 2025

Prestige Events Magazine

beam welcomed over 120 attendees to its Annual Forum at Novotel London West last week in an unforgettable event focused on human connection and relationships at the heart of the events and hospitality industry. The day opened with an inspiring keynote address from Jack Rankin MP for Windsor, who highlighted the economic and societal importance of the events sector.

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The Brand Marketer’s Guide to Off-the-Floor Events at Trade Shows

Event Marketer

How to Amplify Your Trade Show Exhibit with Live Events In this guide, Exhibitus explores the best practices and considerations, measurement strategies, and the overall thought process behind turning your trade show activation into a multi-layered event strategy that connects, inspires, and moves customers to take action. You’ll take away: • 10 Event Attendee Engagement Ideas to Bet On • Best practices for the planning process • The top 7 off-the-show-floor event types • 10 tips for killer event

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Why Vienna Works for Events

Smart Meetings

An interview with Anita Paic, head of Vienna Convention Bureau, on what makes the city a global standout for events Anita Paic Vienna had been on my wish list for years, and it absolutely delivered. From its elegant venues and vibrant food scene to the warm, thoughtful service around every corner, the city offers a blend of charm and sophistication that’s hard to beat.

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Event Venue for July 2025

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Elevate Your Event Experience to the Next Level

In order to create a successful event, you must: Optimize Event Website and Registration Process Utilize Social Media Platforms Effectively Implement Targeted Email Campaigns Harness the Power of Video Content Benefit from a Mobile App Download now and learn how to simplify this process with Eventpedia.

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7 Red Flags to Avoid in Event Tech

EventMB

Skift Take: Event tech vendors often make big promises. Here are seven warning signs that separate reliable partners from problematic providers, and how to spot them before signing contracts.

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The QEII Centre wows with bold Summer Showcase

Prestige Events Magazine

Leading London conference and events venue, The QEII Centre , dazzled planners and agents at its latest summer showcase event, encouraging them to Dare to be Bold with their creative event design. The venue’s third floor was transformed into an imaginative underwater wonderland for an evening. Featuring immersive theming and entertainment, provided by EPH Creative , including an electric eel zone, a sunken shipwreck and the opportunity to take a deep-dive using VR headsets the event showcased th

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What’s Your Event Vibe? Inside a Low-key Fujifilm Launch

Event Marketer

Tapping into a garden party aesthetic, which is more Gen Z-friendly than a wild night out, Fujifilm leveraged the atrium at The Line Hotel in Los Angeles for an official launch event for the new X half digital camera. The X Summit Experience on May 22 featured a lush, social-friendly space where demos, community and the “passable” nature of the camera took the focus.

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The Art of Arrival: Elevating Registration with Purposeful Touchpoints

Smart Meetings

Hydration helpers and local snacks can transform a tired traveler into a grateful guest Outside of the online registration process, the hospitality/check-in desk is often the beginning of your relationship with your attendees. After a long day of exhausting traveling, attendees want their badges and any necessary information before they trek with their rollie bags to find their rooms.

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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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How Toronto Goes 100% All In on Business Events

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Lessons From the Caesars Entertainment Wellness Roadshow

EventMB

Skift Take: Caesars Entertainment prioritizes wellness by making it part and parcel of successful modern event strategies. They even took the show on the road to demonstrate the difference their approach makes for wellness-minded (and wellness-challenged) event and meeting planners.

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Regent’s Events Awarded B Corp Certification  

Prestige Events Magazine

Central London venue Regent’s Events has announced that it has successfully been awarded B Corp certification as part of its long-standing commitment to both sustainability and social impact. Independently audited by B Lab and assessed across several key areas, including governance, workers, community, environment and customers, the venue scored a total impact score of 104.2 – a score 30% higher than the minimum score of 80 required for certification.

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Agency Forum at EMS: Leaders Talk Shifts, Chaos, Connection

Event Marketer

The experiential marketing industry is constantly evolving, but the past five years have been transformative. Despite the new challenges that come with the new territory, agency leaders who joined the annual Agency Forum Panel at the 2025 Experiential Marketing Summit , held in April in Las Vegas, said they are embracing new opportunities—and new capabilities—to meet not only the changing needs of the industry, but those within their clients’ organizations, too.

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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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What One Thing?—From Artist to Event Boss: Scaling Impact, Creativity and Confidence

Smart Meetings

From classical violin gigs in Des Moines to scaling a multimillion-dollar event production empire, Natasha Miller’s career journey is anything but ordinary. In this episode, the founder and CEO of Entire Productions joins Smart Meetings Vice President and Content Director JT Long to talk about her path from musician to entrepreneur, the power of self-education, how to claim a seat at the table, and how planners can use AI to amplify their value, not replace it.

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New Venues in Nashville for Summer 2025 Meetings and Events

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An Event’s Worst Enemy? The Weather. Here’s How Planners Can Prepare

EventMB

Skift Take: A new report tracks weather disruptions across thousands of events, revealing a growing and insidious challenge — extreme heat.

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Allianz Stadium Announces Refurbishment of the Beaumont Suite

Prestige Events Magazine

Allianz Stadium, Twickenham is set to unveil its newly refurbished space, Beaumont, with a fresh, new, and contemporary look and feel. Available from October 2025, Beaumont offers event organisers a new way of hosting their guests that recreates the modern office environment, ideal for creativity, learning through play, and casual breakouts. Located above the Captain’s Club in the North Stand, Beaumont has a capacity of 280 and combines modern design with playful features to suit the evolving ne

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Making the Moment: The Art of Creating Events That Drive Results

Speaker: Aja Bradley Kemp, Founder & Chief Experience Officer at Conversate Collective

In a world where every brand is vying for attention, how do you make your events stand out? ✨ From creative swag strategies to immersive brand experiences, the key lies in fostering real connections that inspire action and leave a lasting impression. Whether you're planning a large-scale conference or an exclusive executive gathering, this session will explore how to elevate event engagement, strengthen brand perception, and maximize ROI.

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Outdoor Events: Extreme Weather Impact Guide

Event Marketer

Free Guide Floods. Wildfires. Hurricanes. Storm Surges. We’re Covering it All. Extreme weather is pushing event ops teams to change how they plan, what they build, where they activate—and how they keep attendees safe. Download the just-released 2025 Extreme Weather Event Guide and dig into: Schedules. Revised event routing and contingency plans.

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One More Day: A Close-Up on Bleisure in the SF Peninsula

Smart Meetings

More attendees than ever are extending stays to relax, recharge and explore after meetings. Here’s how you can do it too, in one of California’s best-kept secrets: the San Francisco Peninsula. Bleisure is reshaping how meeting attendees plan their trips, and, correspondingly, provides an opportunity for planners to elevate their programs. Rather than rushing home after a conference or incentive trip, more travelers are tacking on a day or two to decompress, explore and take advantage of being in

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ESPN Honors NBA Finals with Floral Fan Tribute

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