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SOMERSET HOUSE ANNOUNCES NEW ACCREDITED SUPPLIER LIST WITH A FOCUS ON SUSTAINABILITY AND INCLUSIVITY

Prestige Events Magazine

Freestone continued “in addition to providing excellence, creativity and flexibility, a commitment to diversity, inclusion, sustainability, and responsible event management were a crucial consideration throughout the process. Contracts will run from March 2023 – March 2026.

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Scotland’s marine sector: its contribution to combatting climate change

Prestige Events Magazine

The Blue Economy Vision extends Scotland’s existing strong commitment to sustainability. A vital part of this work is attracting business events that contribute to the government’s sustainability aims. Scotland is a connected country with a wide array of industry professionals and academics to enrich and support your event.

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Roundhouse announces new catering supplier cohort with diversity at the heart

Prestige Events Magazine

The venue’s events team sought a range of remarkable vendors that represented the diversity of London, and equally, that reflected the organisation’s commitment to sustainability. Every event held at the Roundhouse contributes to this groundbreaking and vital work.

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What is Stopping International Attendees from Returning to U.S. Conferences?

Smart Meetings

United Kingdom: Visit California Global Managing Director Jonah Whitaker named sports as the top tourism driver from England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland with interest in NFL, MLB, NBA and the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Authentic encounters, sustainability and premium travel are growing trends. The average stay is 20 nights.

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Oak View Group Is Leaving a Trail of Partnerships

Smart Meetings

Sustainability Is the GOAL. OVG hired its first director of sustainability, Kristen Fulmer, who will lead OVG’s new Green Operations and Advanced Leadership (GOAL) efforts with Atlanta Hawks & State Farm Arena, Fenway Sports Group and author and founder of McLennan Design Jason F. “By

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Exhibition Place GM Laura Purdy to Chair New North American Chapter of UFI

Canadian Special Events

Kai Hattendorf, UFI CEO, adds, “As a long-standing UFI member, Exhibition Place and Laura Purdy have been involved in many UFI activities over the years, especially with a focus on sustainability. About Laura Purdy Laura Purdy is an accomplished leader in Canada’s exhibition and event management industry.

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Virtual Event Benefits You Need To Know in 2022

GEVME

The latest study shows that the global virtual events market can expect a growth of 25% between 2021 and 2026. Clearly, virtual events are a key tool that’s helping the event industry at shaping and take charge of moving towards more sustainable formats of organising events. That said, are virtual events here to say? The answer is yes.

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