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UKEVENTS welcomes Government’s Industrial Strategy and focus on Creative Sector

Prestige Events Magazine

UKEVENTS welcomes the publication of the UK Government’s refreshed Industrial Strategy and accompanying Sector Plans, which place the creative industries at the heart of national growth ambitions. Recognising the creative industries as one of eight priority sectors, the Government’s plans set out a clear commitment to driving innovation, exports, and skills development across the UK’s dynamic creative economy.

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Why is it So Hard for Planners to Donate Food?

EventMB

Skift Take: Despite laws that protect food donors and apps that simplify the process, planners keep hitting roadblocks with hotels unwilling or unable to donate food.

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Party Planners Transforms the Natural History Museum into a Rainforest to Celebrate David Attenborough’s Immersive Exhibition and Support the “Race to Bélem” Initiative

Prestige Events Magazine

Shining an extraordinary spotlight on conservation and creativity alike, leading event designers, Party Planners , brought the rainforest to London’s Natural History Museum in honour of David Attenborough’s Immersive Exhibition and the global “ Race to Bélem ” campaign. Commissioned by Mercuria, the event featured an emotional masterpiece of film by Open Planet and was a rallying call for urgent investment in the protection and restoration of the Amazon Basin.

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Watch: The Brief, Live! June 2025 News and Trends Commentary

Event Marketer

Event Marketer’s Rachel Boucher, head of content; Kait Shea, senior editor and manager-digital, and Juanita Chavarro Arias, managing editor, recap and provide commentary on some of the top experiential stories, ideas, and trends of the month. Think: Summer vibes, sponsorship irony, ballroom inspiration, global exhibitions, and more. New episodes drop monthly.

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Engage Better, Gift Smarter, Win Big: Events That Deliver ROI

Speaker: Hanan Polinovski, Events Manager and David Brown, Sr. Marketing & Events Lead

Are your events living up to expectations? Are you getting quality leads from your sponsorships? Have you ever wondered if that branded notebook actually makes an impact? Get ready to transform your event strategy! Join event marketing pros Hanan Polinovski from Printfection and David Brown from Bonusly for a fast-paced webinar about turning your event efforts into serious ROI.

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Wonderland Venues Expands to London with Takeover of Iconic Motel Studios

Prestige Events Magazine

Wonderland Venues is proud to announce its first major move into the London market with the official takeover of Motel Studios, a distinctive and creative event space in the heart of Shoreditch. Renowned for managing a portfolio of beautiful and character-rich venues across the UK, Wonderland Venues has built a reputation for delivering exceptional weddings, private celebrations, and corporate events.

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The London Kitchen Joins Christ Church Spitalfields as a Listed Caterer

Prestige Events Magazine

The London Kitchen is delighted to announce its appointment as a listed caterer at the historic Christ Church Spitalfields, one of East London’s most striking and sought-after event venues. The new partnership brings together two icons of their respective fields — a celebrated London landmark, and one of the capital’s most trusted bespoke caterers — to offer a seamless and memorable experience for weddings, corporate events, and private celebrations.

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Events Industry Alliance calls for a Mutual Recognition Agreement with the EU to ensure that the UK can continue to be a leading global destination for business events

Event Industry News

The Events Industry Alliance (EIA) is today launching a campaign urging UK and EU policymakers to prioritise the establishment of a Mutual Recognition Agreement (MRA) for the business events sector in future trade discussions.

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Microsoft Build Joins Wave of Tech Conferences Leaving Longtime Host Cities

EventMB

Skift Take: Microsoft’s decision to move its flagship developer event out of Seattle marks a significant shift for the company and the city’s events economy. The new location for Build 2026 has yet to be announced.

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Woodcote Events named Hospitality, Tourism & Events Winner at the 2025 Midlands Startup Awards

Event Industry News

Melton-based start-up Woodcote Events has been named as the Hospitality, Tourism & Events winner at the 2025 Midlands StartUp Awards. Woodcote Events, based in Melton Mowbray, is an award-winning event management agency founded by Gareth Bright in 2021. Originally launched as a premium motorcycle tours business, the company pivoted following Gareth’s two serious motorcycle accidents.

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Prospect, Personalize, Profit: The New Way Sales & Marketing Teams Are Aligning with AI

Speaker: Kevin Burke, Founder & Managing Director at Digital One and AI & Automation Consultant

AI and automation are currently transforming the way sales and marketing teams operate. Generative AI crafts personalized outreach at scale, while conversational AI bots are engaging prospects in real time. Robotic process automation streamlines manual workflows by triggering tasks the moment a prospect takes a key action, and advanced AI analytics surface hidden patterns in the pipeline, improve forecasting, and help teams make data-driven decisions with confidence.

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Why Starting a Wedding Planning Business During Uncertain Times Might Be the Best Decision You Ever Make

The Planner's Lounge

It’s no secret the world has felt unpredictable lately. Economic shifts, social changes, and the lingering effects of a pandemic have left many people hesitant to make big life decisions, especially when it comes to launching a business. What if uncertainty isn’t a reason to wait? What if it’s the perfect time to start something new? If you’ve been dreaming about starting a wedding planning business but feel unsure because “now doesn’t seem like the right time,” I want to gently challenge that m

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Venue Spotlight – Hamburg Messe und Congress

Event Industry News

Welcome to Hamburg Messe und Congress! Hamburg is more diverse than any other city in Germany. A vibrant metropolis, a green oasis, a city on the waterfront. Germany’s second-largest city, with Europe’s third-largest seaport and nearly two million inhabitants, is a media hub, an innovation center, and a hotspot of international trade.

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9 Patriotic Venues Across America Perfect for 4th of July and Beyond

Unique Venues

As fireworks light up the sky and flags proudly wave each Fourth of July, what better way to honor America than by hosting your next event at a venue steeped in national pride? Whether you’re planning a corporate gathering, gala, educational summit, or private celebration, these iconic spaces reflect the spirit of the United States — through history, architecture, and ambiance.

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Cvent Global Travel Managers Report reveals 91% manage both business travel and meetings

Event Industry News

Cvent, an industry-leading meeting, events and hospitality technology provider, unveiled the findings of its 2025 Global Cvent Travel Managers Report, offering comprehensive insight into how sourcing, budgets and business travel priorities are evolving worldwide.

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Making the Moment: The Art of Creating Events That Drive Results

Speaker: Aja Bradley Kemp, Founder & Chief Experience Officer at Conversate Collective

In a world where every brand is vying for attention, how do you make your events stand out? ✨ From creative swag strategies to immersive brand experiences, the key lies in fostering real connections that inspire action and leave a lasting impression. Whether you're planning a large-scale conference or an exclusive executive gathering, this session will explore how to elevate event engagement, strengthen brand perception, and maximize ROI.

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IAEE Delivers Critical Industry Intelligence to Exhibition Professionals

Exhibitor Magazine

DALLAS � The International Association of Exhibitions and Events� (IAEE) successfully concluded two specialized events on 25 June 2025 in Baltimore,

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Exhibit 3Sixty launches ‘Grid Live’, as a part of its internal E-3Sixty Zone, to aid performance and efficiency on site

Event Industry News

Exhibition main contractor, Exhibit 3Sixty, introduced ‘Grid Live’, a new web-based stand electrics tracking tool at NHS ConfedExpo 2025, held at Manchester Central on 11–12 June 2025.

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New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center Recognized as Top Workplace in the Region for the Ninth Time

Exhibitor Magazine

NEW ORLEANS � The New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center (NOENMCC) has once again been recognized for its leadership in both employee engageme.

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New Event Tech Tools for July 2025

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Relevance, Reach, Return: How to Turn Marketing Trends From Hype to High-Impact

Speaker: Alexa Acosta, Director of Growth Marketing & B2B Marketing Leader

Marketing is evolving at breakneck speed—new tools, AI-driven automation, and changing buyer behaviors are rewriting the playbook. With so many trends competing for attention, how do you cut through the noise and focus on what truly moves the needle? In this webinar, industry expert Alexa Acosta will break down the most impactful marketing trends shaping the industry today and how to turn them into real, revenue-generating strategies.