Event Report: Google Xi Days
EventMB
MARCH 14, 2023
Skift Take: Google Xi Days colored outside the lines, shifting paradigms to create an all-encompassing future for the events industry.
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Cvent Will Go Private Again After $4.6B Sale to Blackstone
Smart Meetings
MARCH 14, 2023
Event technology company Cvent announced that after going public for a second time in 2021 through a special acquisition at a valuation of $5.3 billion, it will be acquired by a New York-based private equity fund managed by Blackstone for $4.6 billion. The highly anticipated deal represents an $8.50
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Sourcing Sidekick Launched by Vendor Marketplace
EventMB
MARCH 14, 2023
Skift Take: The Vendry has launched Copilot, a browser extension that displays additional vendor information as they surf the web. This new technology is a clever way of using the company's extensive database of vendors.
Team Building and Well-being
Smart Meetings
MARCH 14, 2023
Finding the perfect meeting space for your team and your mental health Prioritizing your mental health and the emotional health of your attendees can be tough, especially when you’re a meeting planner on the go.
The Ultimate Guide to Hosting Hybrid Events For Your Association
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Cvent to be acquired by Blackstone in $4.6 Billion transaction
Event Industry News
MARCH 14, 2023
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Wedding Open House at The Albany Club
EventSource
MARCH 14, 2023
Though The Albany Club has been around since 1882, most newly engaged couples are unlikely to be as familiar with this charming and historic venue as they should be.
NFT ticketing vs Traditional (e)ticketing
Oveit
MARCH 14, 2023
This blog post explores the advantages of using NFT ticketing compared to traditional (e)ticketing for event organizers. NFT ticketing provides a more secure and personalized experience for ticket holders, while allowing for better control over the secondary market and generating more revenue.
new opening – maroma riviera maya mexico, a belmond hotel
SevenEvents
MARCH 14, 2023
after an extensive refurbishment, the long awaited maroma riviera maya is opening on may 25 th 2023! perched between the sparkling ocean, the pristine beach and a lush emerald jungle, the upcoming belmond hotel in mexico is the perfect place for an unforgettable event.
Las Vegas Visitors Trending Younger: Highlights from LVCVA Board of Directors Meeting
Smart Meetings
MARCH 14, 2023
Las Vegas trends show the city has no plans to slow down The average age of Las Vegas visitors is younger and more diverse than it was a year ago, according to statistics release at a Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) Board of Directors meeting this week.
Download 7 Exceptional Event Email Templates for Driving Attendee Engagement
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Why Wine Country Always has the Best Destination Weddings
Milestone Events Group
MARCH 14, 2023
Are you a world traveler always looking for the next thrill and now preparing to begin your greatest adventure yet by searching for info on the best destination weddings? Does the idea of marrying in your hometown just not really float your boat?
What is lead management systems and why it’s important for sales
MLeads
MARCH 14, 2023
Lead management systems are becoming increasingly popular among businesses of all sizes and industries.
How To Plan A Destination Wedding
Milestone Events Group
MARCH 14, 2023
All recently engaged world travelers ought to know how to plan a destination wedding! Does the idea of planning your honeymoon excite you more than the idea of planning the actual wedding? Well, why not incorporate your love of travel into your story and plan a destination wedding ?
ICC Wales strengthens position as an exciting new destination for UK medical conferences
Prestige Events Magazine
MARCH 14, 2023
10 medical conferences due to take place at South Wales venue in 2023/2024 ICC Wales , Wales’s first dedicated convention centre, will be hosting a series of medical conferences that will support the post-pandemic recovery of the in-person medical meetings sector and highlight the venue’s pivotal role in the recovery of the UK Meetings Industry.
A Master's Guide to B2B: How Listening to Your Customers Can Grow Your Business
Speaker: Adam Dorfman, Head of Product Growth at Reputation & Michele Bettinazzi, Customer Experience Manager at PeakMade Real Estate
Improved marketing conversion, happy customers, and faster growth - that’s only three things that can be accomplished by just listening to your customers. Customer feedback is an extremely invaluable tool to keeping retention high, attracting new business, and improving the general operations of your business. The question is - how do you capture all this? Join Adam Dorfman, Head of Product Growth at Reputation & Michele Bettinazzi, Customer Experience Manager at PeakMade Real Estate, for this essential discussion on the ins and outs of brokering the optimal customer interaction.
Shaftesbury Theatre appoints new Events Coordinator
Event Industry News
MARCH 14, 2023
Shaftesbury Theatre has appointed an Events Coordinator to oversee the venue’s enhanced business and events offering. Jaleesa King joins Shaftesbury Theatre from five-star weddings and events venue, Wasing Park, and brings with her seven years’ experience in events management.
Lime Venue Portfolio Launch Meeting of the Future Campaign
Prestige Events Magazine
MARCH 14, 2023
Lime Venue Portfolio is launching a cross industry and collaborative campaign to understand what the Meeting of the Future will look like.
Best Event Practices To Drive Results
Eventtia
MARCH 14, 2023
Events are crucial for ensuring business growth. And that’s particularly true for multi-brand companies. In most cases, conglomerates rely on events to achieve a wide variety of revenue goals, such as: Increasing brand awareness Attracting qualified leads Transforming leads into prospects Achieving higher sales rates Ensuring brand advocacy Cross-selling and up-selling their products And more However, conglomerates often face unique challenges when it comes to organizing events.
ROUNDHOUSE ANNOUNCES OPENING OF CATERING TENDER
Prestige Events Magazine
MARCH 14, 2023
Today, Tuesday 14 th March, the north London venue is inviting caterers from all cultures within the British landscape, to make an expression of interest to be a part of its prestigious list.
Negative Reviews & Online Feedback Happens - But Where Do You Go From Here?
Speaker: Adam Dorfman, Head of Product Growth at Reputation and Jeremy Shubitz, Director of Marketing at Bosley
Responding to online negative feedback can be challenging. What should you say? What should you not say? Should you even respond? In today's, your customers will be not only your biggest advocates but also your biggest critics. However, negative feedback can offer actionable insights to build a stronger product and customer experience.
Exhibition Place Signs the Sustainable Tourism 2030 Pledge, furthering its GREENSMART Commitments and Solidifying its Place as Toronto's Sustainable Venue of Choice
Exhibitor Magazine
MARCH 14, 2023
TORONTO � Exhibition Place has signed the Sustainable Tourism 2030 Pledge, joining a global movement of businesses committed to creating a sustainab. Venues and Destinations
Shaftesbury Theatre appoints new Events Coordinator
Prestige Events Magazine
MARCH 14, 2023
Shaftesbury Theatre has appointed an Events Coordinator to oversee the venue’s enhanced business and events offering. Jaleesa King joins Shaftesbury Theatre from five-star weddings and events venue, Wasing Park, and brings with her seven years’ experience in events management.
Cvent to Be Acquired by Blackstone in $4.6 Billion Deal
EventMB
MARCH 14, 2023
Skift Take: The world's largest event technology company is going private again. Blackstone will soon own Cvent and is bullish on the recovery of events and travel. After an initial offer was rejected, the deal is worth approximately $4.6 billion.
Submissions Open: Top Event Companies
Special Events
MARCH 14, 2023
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Dive Into Your Inventory Data (and Add Substantial Profits to Your Bottom Line)
Speaker: Ian Foster, Sculpture Hospitality Regional Director West Coast
In this seminar, Ian Foster will discuss the basics of inventory management, including tips on how to get inventory right and how to evaluate your food and pour costs. Ian will examine the best ordering practices from our clients. Finally, he’ll share some case studies showing how well designed inventory control can uncover hidden losses from over-pouring and lost sales that will result in several thousand dollars of extra profit every month.
Conscious Capitalism
Kennedy
MARCH 14, 2023
This annual summit is premier event for CEOs, Presidents, and Founders who are committed to Conscious Capitalism. This energizing few days is a space to reconnect to the bigger picture for the leaders in the room - which makes an inspired space all the more significant.
Webex Events to power Meeting Professionals International’s Global Meetings Industry Day
Socio Events
MARCH 14, 2023
Meeting Professionals International’s (MPI) sixth annual Global Meetings Industry Day (GMID) is the event that has meeting and event professionals all over the world buzzing with excitement. On March 30 from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.
How Annual General Meetings Strengthen Shareholder Rights and Engagement
Lumi Global
MARCH 14, 2023
Annual General Meetings (AGMs) are an important forum for shareholders to exercise their rights and engage with the company's management team. Here are some of how AGMs can strengthen shareholder rights and engagement: AGM
Maximize Your Profit Margins
Speaker: Shawn Imbeault and Geoff Loukes, Sculpture Hospitality
In the past year, we've learned that maximizing margins can determine whether your restaurant stays afloat when times get hard. Join Shawn Limbeault and Geoff Loukes, in this master class that will take you through the best practices of maximizing your margins, From FOH to BOH.
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