EventMB
AUGUST 5, 2021
Virtual event unicorn Hopin has announced a fresh investment of $450 million in Series D funding. Hopin has now raised more than $1 billion since February 2020. The company is now valued at a breathtaking $7.75 billion. No, this is not groundhog day, although this story sure sounds familiar. This latest Series D round of […]. The post Hopin Raises New $450 Million Round of Funding by Miguel Neves appeared first on [link].
EventSource
AUGUST 5, 2021
If you’re looking for modern-day Indian wedding inspiration, look no further than Harpreet and Tariq’s gorgeous celebration. Filled with cultural traditions, as well as modern elegant details, the couple wanted to make sure their own styles were represented throughout the day. Luckily the brilliant team at Dash Events & Co were able to make their wedding dreams come true, and then some.
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Stova
AUGUST 5, 2021
Streamline your onsite events with the tech that works for you, backed by an award-winning partner who knows the importance of staying flexible in a changing environment. MeetingPlay’s mobile app and onsite safe technology provide safety and security for your attendees within a powerful, proven platform.
Smart Meetings
AUGUST 5, 2021
Visitor economies—groups and leisure —cratered during the worst of the pandemic and are only now showing signs of recovering. Destinations International , the association for destination organizations ( DMOs ) and convention and visitors bureaus (CVBs), wants to help its members build back better. Its 2021 DestinationNEXT Futures Study points the way for these destination organizations to rebuild their visitor economies while creating “more sustainable destinations and enriching their communitie
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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.
The Castle Group
AUGUST 5, 2021
It’s Castle’s 25th Anniversary! To commemorate our milestone, we’re sharing a poem that captures the essence of who we are and why we endure. Thank you to our clients, families, friends and the community for being by our side every step of the way! In 25 years A lot has changed Trends have slipped by Markets have ranged. But we have always Remained the same Both in spirit And in name.
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Event Industry News
AUGUST 5, 2021
Manchester Central, formerly GMEX, has been home to, among many other things, festivals, standalone concerts, consumer shows, trade shows and conferences, not least those by the Labour Party and the Conservative Party. Tellingly, CEO Shaun Hinds, who is also director/vice chair of the Association of Event Venues, featured on the EIN podcast pre-pandemic, in October 2019.
SevenEvents
AUGUST 5, 2021
the pan pacific hotel chain is coming to london in spring 2021 and london is getting a brand new hotel offering to be excited about! one bishopsgate plaza is a very popular area located just opposite liverpool street station within the city and this is going to be the site of the pan pacific london. the property is aiming to cater for the london city crowd with an ethos around blending a mixture of business class luxury with contemporary creativity. the 43-storey tower will house 237 rooms, 160
Event Industry News
AUGUST 5, 2021
The UK’s leading exhibition venue, the NEC, safely welcomed two large-scale exhibitions and nearly 30,000 visitors to its halls last week. Exhibition activity returned to the venue on Thursday 29 July with The Festival of Quilts and was followed a day later by the opening of the UK Games Expo, both running till Sunday 1 August. In hosting these events, the NEC implemented its Venue Protect framework, a series of measures that help ensure events are carefully risk assessed and staged as safely as
Special Events
AUGUST 5, 2021
Submissions are now being accepted for the 2022 Gala Awards
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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
AUGUST 5, 2021
Collaborative Creations, a provider of creative business development and PR services for the events industry, has made a series of new appointments as it enters a period of expansion. Stuart Wood (pictured left) joins as the company’s new Content Manager, and will be overseeing its PR and editorial output. Stuart joins from event industry publisher Mash Media, where he was Deputy Editor.
Event Certificate
AUGUST 5, 2021
Starting an event planning business in 2021 will require careful planning to launch your business right without feeling lost. But what are some practical steps to help you get started? We’re giving you 5 tips to help! 1. Get your business set up This means setting up all the foundational […]. The post How to Start An Event Planning Business in 2021 appeared first on EVENT PLANNING CERTIFICATE.
Event Industry News
AUGUST 5, 2021
Hopin , the leading shared experiences platform that enables immersive and interactive connection from anywhere, today announced it has raised $450M in Series D funding co-led by new investors Arena Holdings and Altimeter Capital with participation from new investors Adams Street Partners, Untitled Investments and XN in addition to existing investors Andreessen Horowitz, DFJ Growth, General Catalyst, GIC, IVP, Northzone, Salesforce Ventures, Slack Fund, Temasek and Tiger Global.
StraussCA
AUGUST 5, 2021
I am one of the optimists; I believe that Canadians will see the safe return of association events in the fall of 2021. However, I realize that not everyone is in the same place. As associations consider when to bring members together, they must consider that members must be ready, willing, and able to do so. Not Yet, but Soon…. When I look at pictures of colleagues gathering at association meetings in the United States – maskless – I realize that I too will be able to do this (more
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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.
Prestige Events Magazine
AUGUST 5, 2021
With climate change becoming a major issue there is increased necessity for companies to have environmental responsibility. There is no denying that balancing sustainable initiatives and luxury for guests requires a lot of care. However, Royal Lancaster London offers perfect eco-friendly luxury to its guests and leads as an example to other hotels. Under the hotel’s ‘There is No Planet B’ initiative, from November 2019, all 411 rooms will have refillable carafes and glasses to replace plastic wa
InGo
AUGUST 5, 2021
Putting diversity and inclusion at the forefront of your event involves more than an anti-discrimination statement; it also necessitates implementing processes and ways of operating. Event professionals must ensure that all views and opinions are heard and that everyone feels welcome regardless of race, gender, or other ways they identify. Inclusion has been an ongoing effort in business for years, and it remains something that most organizations are looking to better understand and prioritize.
Prestige Events Magazine
AUGUST 5, 2021
A new HBAA poll has revealed that almost two-thirds of event professionals (65%) in the business events, meetings and accommodation industry are seeing a boost in client confidence to book and confirm events, following the UK government’s “Freedom Day”, which is when many Covid restrictions were relaxed. This figure reflects the growing desire and commitment to get back to in-person events.
Event Industry News
AUGUST 5, 2021
A new HBAA poll has revealed that almost two-thirds of event professionals (65%) in the business events, meetings and accommodation industry are seeing a boost in client confidence to book and confirm events, following the UK government’s “Freedom Day”, which is when many Covid restrictions were relaxed. This figure reflects the growing desire and commitment to get back to in-person events.
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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!
Management Events
AUGUST 5, 2021
Johann Hofmann, Founder von ValueFactoring® bei MR Maschinenfabrik Reinhausen GmbH zählt mit über 30 Jahren Berufserfahrung als Experte im Bereich Industrie 4.0 und Digitalisierung. Schon zu Beginn seiner Karriere hat er für sein Unternehmen den digitalen Weg bereitet und ein Assistenzsystem für die digitale Hochleistungsfertigung entwickelt, für das er mit dem Industrie 4.0 Award ausgezeichnet wurde.
Exhibitor Magazine
AUGUST 5, 2021
PHILADELPHIA Destinations International and Temple University's School of Sport, Tourism and Hospitality Management (STHM) recently announced an ed.
QC Event School
AUGUST 5, 2021
Thinking of becoming a wedding planner? Then you’ll need to know how to properly set your service rates! Luckily, QC Event School tutor, Mwai Yeboah, is here to help with 5 awesome tips to get you started! With over 15 years of industry experience, Mwai is the proud owner of Love, From Mwai. In addition to the countless awards she has received over the years, Mwai has also written and published her very own book about wedding planning.
Skiddle
AUGUST 5, 2021
So you’re thinking about how to promote a music festival? Here we’ve put together some top tips on how to get your festival going and shout about it in the right way. Social media. All forms of social media are useful for promoting your music festival and each can be used in different ways. Event pages can be started on Facebook to spark conversation between attendees and those interested.
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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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