Velvet Chainsaw

FEBRUARY 5, 2018

Frequently, when we think about next markets, we mention Next-Gen, Millennials or Gen-Z audiences. We immediately jump to the generations following or before ours. Or those that will have the largest working and buying power. One of the growing markets that is often overlooked is the Perennial Market—people of all ages, sometimes over 50 and sometimes in their 30s.

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EventMB

FEBRUARY 5, 2018

Whether you are a school leaver, keen to enter the crazy and exciting world of event and meeting planning, switching from a different career path or looking for education and qualifications to increase your job prospects for promotions and advancement it can be overwhelming assessing all of the options. Many people are interested in a […]. The post The 2018 Event Planning Training Guide: What you need to know about Courses, Certificates, Certifications and Degrees by Patti J.

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Eventbrite UK

FEBRUARY 5, 2018

The images and videos people share of your event are a rich source of free marketing material, but are there regulations around using UGC? Find out here. The post What is Best Practice for Crowd-Sourced Content? appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.

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Event Industry News

FEBRUARY 5, 2018

The Security Industry Authority (SIA) has published guidance for private security operatives and businesses in the event of an acid attack. The initiative follows a rise in incidents across the country, a G4S security guard suffering injuries after acid was squirted at him while he was going about his duties in West Yorkshire recent among them. SIA guidance focuses on the following: The post SIA reacts to rise in acid attacks appeared first on Event Industry News.

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Plan Your Meetings

FEBRUARY 5, 2018

By Ann Hansen and Bo Krüger. Have you ever heard of the Peak-end rule? It might be that piece of insight that may take your meetings to the next level. Nobel Prize-winning psychologist Daniel Kahnemann found that what we remember of an event is the peak and the ending. The longitude of the event is not important. So how do you apply that knowledge to your next meeting or event?

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SmartMeetings

FEBRUARY 5, 2018

There’s something about snow-covered mountains that brings people together and unites them as a team. Perhaps it’s the thrill of being out of their element and thrust into the wild, but whatever the reason, a trip to someplace snowy often makes for an unforgettable group experience. Meeting and event planners looking to add some frosty magic to their outing are sure to make an impression in the mountains.

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Event Industry News

FEBRUARY 5, 2018

Brainchild of promoting team Conal Dodds and Paul Hutton, Crosstown Concerts has announced partnerships to create its own management company, looking after artists including Keir, Mauwe, Paris Youth Foundation and The BBC Radiophonic Workshop to complement its expanding promoting portfolio. The post Leading promoter launches new artist management division appeared first on Event Industry News.

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EventHero

FEBRUARY 5, 2018

There are so many different event management software out there, which one is the best option for you? Rather than focusing on the traditional event management platforms (that you probably are already familiar with), I wanted to shift the focus to the most innovative event management solutions available in the market. These are companies that are changing the way events are managed, and are ready to disrupt the industry.

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Event Industry News

FEBRUARY 5, 2018

Opportunities are still available for UK businesses to take part in Europe’s largest free, family festival to take place in the North East this summer. From 11 to 14 July, the city of Sunderland will host The Tall Ships Races 2018 - an internationally acclaimed annual competition organised by Sail Training International and held every summer in European waters.

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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

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GatherHere

FEBRUARY 5, 2018

From weddings and corporate soirees to catering parties and other special events galore, The Phoenix is a historic (and legendary) venue. Built in Cincinnati, Ohio in 1893, The Phoenix boasts features like a stunning white marble staircase, Tiffany glass, and a hand-carved library breakfront. The Phoenix has three decades of experience hosting private events — Lauren Melloan, their lead coordinator, joined the venue one year ago as an event coordinator.

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