Mon.Sep 26, 2022

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Taking the stress out of managing your event agenda

Attendease

Managing complex event agendas can be the source of a major headache: making sure that no speaker or venue is double booked, ensuring that sessions are not oversold, allowing attendees to sign up for waitlists, updating attendee-facing collaterals when last-minute changes occur, and the list goes on. What could possibly go wrong? Well, a lot, apparently.

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Doing peer conferences right

Conferences that Work

Software testers do peer conferences right! (They even call them a peer conference , rather than unconference , a term I don’t like.) As evidence of software tester conference awesomeness, I offer three examples below. But first…. …a short history of the peer conference. I first designed and convened what I called a “ peer conference ” in 1992 for a group of IT managers at small schools that eventually became known as edACCESS.

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Inside Skift Global Forum 2022

EventMB

Skift Take: It is only natural that a company like Skift has a dynamic event that reflects its brand ethos. — Andrea Doyle Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings.

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All the swag your attendees will actually want and will use.

Expo Pass

We’ve all gotten a lot of swag in our days. Some of it we use during the event. A few we cherish for years and years. Some we can’t wait to leave behind in the hotel room! All these experiences with swag got us thinking about what kinds of swag attendees actually want at events right now. Is it all about brand names and “cool” stuff? Or are they looking for fun gear to use out of the office?

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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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Recovery of business events gains momentum in 2022 Q2

Event Industry News

RFP activity and hotel group room nights showed a significant increase in 2022 Q2, with both indexes reaching over 80% of 2019 levels, according to the 2022 Q2 Global Business Events Barometer released today by the Events Industry Council (EIC), the voice of the global business events industry. According to this research , which monitors the changes within the market relative to pre-pandemic (2019) levels, the RFP activity index increased to 81, equivalent to 81% of 2019 levels.

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B2B vs. B2C: tips for fusing consumer and corporate events with maximum impact

Event Industry News

By Elaine Byrne, Project Director, Sledge. When we think of consumer facing events, festivals, immersive pop ups and outdoor experiences are just some of the formats that come to mind. For many, these events become a part of the fabric of their lives. They are cemented in their annual ‘must attend’ calendars, people purchase tickets months in advance, and it’s often these occasions where long lasting memories are made.

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planning a corporate incentive trip: how to select a destination

SevenEvents

the power of incentive travel is an ever-evolving innovative platform that satisfies an innate desire for immersive and transformative experiences that, if done the right way, help an organization meet or exceed its business goals. to be successful you must carefully consider all aspects of your program, including the destination. before you put your finger on the map, make sure you have a clear understanding of the fundamental elements of your program, doing this allows you to focus on your aud

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Ed Sheeran pledges support for Music Venue trust ‘Own Our Venues’ initiative

Event Industry News

Ed Sheeran has thrown his weight behind the campaign by Music Venue Trust (MVT) to make a radical intervention into the ownership of the UK’s Grassroots Music Venues (GMVs). ‘Own Our Venues’ was launched by Music Venue Trust in June and is the first step in a long term campaign to take control of the freeholds of music venue premises and bring them under a protected status of benevolent ownership.

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Access TCA Signs On as Exclusive Sponsor of Both EXHIBITORFastTrak Conferences in 2022

Exhibitor Magazine

ROCHESTER, MN. - Exhibitor Group, the award-winning leader in trade show and corporate event marketing education, publisher of EXHIBITOR magazine, and.

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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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ESSA announces 2022 conference programme

Event Industry News

Event Supplier and Services Association?(ESSA) has announced details of its much-anticipated annual conference. Taking place on 8 December 2022 at The Forest of Arden Hotel & Country Club, Birmingham, in conjunction with headline sponsor BeMatrix, the tone of this year’s conference is one of bolstering resilience and identifying opportunities in order to lead and navigate through changing times with increased confidence.

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Reno Tahoe sets the stage for unforgettable events.

Smart Meetings

Plan with Confidence. Are you in search of a meeting destination that breaks free of the usual options? The kind of destination that checks all the boxes without feeling like it’s simply checking boxes? One that will make people want to see more, do more and be more? Then Reno Tahoe is exactly what you’re looking for. Even though we’re about as far from expected as it gets, when it comes to planning and hosting events of any size, we have everything you could ask for.

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Center Parcs’ Conferences & Events team grows with promotions and new starters

Event Industry News

Center Parcs announces the growth of its Conference & Events division, with the promotion of Cat Bird, National Sales Manager, who leads the three-strong team comprising the newly appointed Regional Sales Manager, Natasha Stone, and returning Regional Sales Manager, Hermione Gingell. Promoted from Regional Sales Manager this spring, Cat shares her experience as a Center Parcs employee: “Center Parcs has an amazing culture that makes it effortless to perform well, you are nurtured and motivat

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Step By Step Guide To Finding A Perfect Venue For Your Next Event

SevenEvents

Photo by Ksenia Chernaya: [link]. Photo by Caio: [link]. Finding a venue for your next event can be daunting. Where do you go, what sort of space do you need, and is it within budget – the list can be endless. At seven events, we provide a venue-finding service to remove the stress of finding a venue for an event. We have narrowed down the top things to consider when selecting a venue, so you don’t have to. . #1 location.

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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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The Global Inflation Crisis: What Will It Cost Your Business?

Management Events

In the recent Business Buzz Outlook session, The Rise of Global Inflation Crisis: At What Cost to Your Business? Carsten Brzeski answers burning questions on the short-term and long-term effects of inflation on businesses, which industries will inflation hit the hardest, whether a recession is around the corner, and more. . Carsten Brzeski is the Global Head of Macro for ING Research.

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Event Tech Live (ETL) to partner with the International Live Events Association (ILEA) for ETL London and Las Vegas

Event Industry News

The International Live Events Association (ILEA) has partnered with ETL, taking the show’s message to its global community of creative event professionals whose skills, expertise and experience power some of the most influential live events around the world. The ILEA community is centred around celebrating all aspects of live event production and management.

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Academic Venue Solutions and Venues of Excellence collaborate for their 2022 Venue Showcase at Unique Venues Birmingham in October.

Prestige Events Magazine

At the height of the pandemic, two of the UK’s leading sales and marketing consortiums Academic Venue Solutions (AVS) and Venues of Excellence (VoE) joined forces to support their members as the hospitality industry steered its course through the changes to trading impacted by COVID-19. Two years on, both organisations are back to very positive trading, introducing new members and have lots of exciting news to share with customers.

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PCIM Asia Postponed to 2023, PCIM Asia Conference 2022 to Keep its Schedule this October

Exhibitor Magazine

PCIM Asia will now be held from 29 � 31 August 2023 at Shanghai New International Expo Centre in view of current circumstances relating to the pandemi.

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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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Response from beam to the Chancellor’s Growth Plan Statement

Prestige Events Magazine

Simon Richards, treasurer o f beam and managing director of Convenus commented: “ The Chancellor’s Growth Plan Statement contains many new measures that will be beneficial to all beam members as businesses so we welcome these initiatives, notably the previously announced energy cap, and the cancellation of increases in Corporation Tax, National Insurance and alcoholic drink duties.

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ASTOUND Group Announces Joseph DiMuro as Chief Executive Officer

Exhibitor Magazine

LAS VEGAS - ASTOUND Group is honored to announce Joseph DiMuro as the new chief executive officer, effective immediately. DiMuro will lead brand, mark.

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Universities flock back to the Barbican for graduation ceremonies

Prestige Events Magazine

Barbican Business Events has reported £1.5m worth of graduation business across 2021 and 2022 thanks to universities holding more graduation ceremonies after a period of postponements and cancellations due to the pandemic. “Graduations are a core part of our commercial venue hire offer here at the Barbican, and we are delighted to be able to share this moment with them and their families, as they celebrate their success and hard work.

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CS+TSE Conference Updates

Special Events

Events & catering industries converge in Orlando for the Florida Sunshine Tour!

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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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Scheduling Staff and Emailing Shift Information

Caterease

The post Scheduling Staff and Emailing Shift Information appeared first on Caterease.

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AEV announces new chair and vice-chair following its AGM

Event Industry News

Following the Association of Event Venues’ (AEV) annual general meeting (AGM) at Olympia London last Wednesday, September 21, 2022, the association has announced four changes to the composition of the AEV board, including the new chair and vice-chair. Max Bull, executive director of venue sales, BDC, has stepped down as AEV chair after 2 years in the role, and Shaun Hinds, managing director of Manchester Central, has been elected the new AEV chair.

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5 Ways Monday Is The Perfect Event Management Software

Event Planning BluePrint

Monday might be your least favourite day of the week, but it’s soon to become your new favourite award-winning event management software. . In fact, Monday.com will help manage your Mondays in such a powerful way that they will feel like a breeze. Sounds too good to be true, right? Well, the 152,000+ customers, including Coca-Cola, Canva , and NHL, already using Monday.com, can’t all be wrong.