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MARCH 7, 2023

Skift Take: For an event to be truly successful, it must instill a feeling of belonging, which in turn is an act of inclusion. That is exactly what Google's Xi Days did.

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EventSource

MARCH 7, 2023

On a beautiful and sunny winter’s day, The Old Mill Toronto welcomed hundreds of newly engaged couples to their annual wedding open house. Located in Toronto’s west-end, and nestled by the charms of the Humber River, this landmark venue – offering 20,000 square feet and 16 unique event spaces – plays host to hundreds of weddings every year with the versatility to accommodate large events up to 400 guests or intimate gatherings of 10.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 7, 2023

One woman’s approach to bringing other technicians on the AV career track “I have been referred to for years as ‘the AV guy,’” Anca Platon Trifan, CMP, DES, founder, creator and event producer of Tree-fan Events , shared within minutes of jumping on our Zoom call. “Words matter and we need to change the vernacular. Otherwise, we are assigning that position to a certain type of person and it makes it difficult for a woman to picture herself in that role.

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Skiddle

MARCH 7, 2023

Society presents women with challenges. Sexism, lower pay and barriers to entry are just a few. Often, people see the music and event industries as utopian spaces. A place where people can find solace from the ills of the world. But it doesn’t always work out like that. The challenges presented to women show up across the industries. Everyone – including us – has a responsibility to make it better.

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Socio Events

MARCH 7, 2023

Are you ready to take your events to the next level? We have some exciting news for you! Webex Events has added two new features that will make it even easier to create an unforgettable experience for your attendees. Closed captions and translations for video on demand Our first update is the addition of closed captions and translations for video on demand.

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Socio Events

MARCH 7, 2023

When my colleagues and I returned from IMEX last year, we noticed that many event professionals no longer use the word “hybrid” to describe their events. We heard from attendees that hybrid events were too complex, and required double the budget, double the time, and of course, double the work. I think the hesitation around hybrid events comes from the idea that they require event professionals to create the exact same experience for both audiences.

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Event Industry News

MARCH 7, 2023

As part of Evolution Dome’s ongoing commitment to sustainable events, the inflatable structures specialist has announced an investment of £30k towards the development of its solar and storage capabilities – expanding upon previous developments. In 2022, Evolution Dome teamed up with Devon-based solar energy specialists, Callidus, to develop a new battery for its inflatable structures.

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zkipster

MARCH 7, 2023

Louisa Hirst, Head of Client Relations for APAC and the Middle East at zkipster, hails from Sydney, Australia. She moved to New York in her 20s and, after living in the US for 14 years, is now back home in Australia. She joined zkipster in early 2019 to focus on business development in the Asia Pacific region. Louisa, tell us about your career before you arrived at zkipster. “I studied for a BA at Sydney University , majoring in Fine Art History and English Literature.

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Event Industry News

MARCH 7, 2023

When it comes to event marketing, building a sense of community is of utmost importance. Having an engaged and connected event community can lead to more successful events and more satisfied attendees.

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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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Exhibitor Magazine

MARCH 7, 2023

CALIBRE SCIENTIFIC, HOLLAND, OH - Calibre Scientific, a portfolio of life sciences companies, and Exhibitor Group, the award-winning leader in trade s.

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Event Industry News

MARCH 7, 2023

The Royal Lancaster Hotel, on Hyde Park, was subject to an £80m 50th anniversary refurbishment in 2017, which it wears very well. ILMC is here all week and the venue sits comfortably alongside the event’s former home in High Street Kensington.

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Exhibitor Magazine

MARCH 7, 2023

WASHINGTON, D.C. � Destinations International, the world's largest resource for official destination organizations, convention and visitors bureaus.

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Event Industry News

MARCH 7, 2023

SLX, Bristol-based technical production specialists have announced its become certified as the industry’s highest performing B Corporation (B Corp). First initiated in 2007, the B Corp Certification process assesses the entirety of businesses’ operations and covers five key impact areas of governance, workers, community, environment and customers.

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Exhibitor Magazine

MARCH 7, 2023

ATLANTA - Atlanta Convention and Visitors Bureau (ACVB) announces the hiring of Lani Garner as citywide sales executive and Shannel Ortega as destinati.

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MARCH 7, 2023

Jugo, the global leader in immersive virtual events, [NC1] will sponsor the lanyards at Event Tech Live (ETL) Las Vegas. Jugo is an experiential platform that reimagines how we connect, collaborate and create, making every virtual interaction feel more real than ever before.

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Prestige Events Magazine

MARCH 7, 2023

With International Women’s Day taking place today, we spoke to some of the business meetings and events sector’s leading figures about their professional highlights to date and their advice for anyone either considering or embarking on a career in the industry. Actively seek out opportunities Diane Waldron, sales and marketing director of the QEII Centre, has had many career highlights to date including being Chair of ICCA UK & Ireland where she enjoyed working so collaboratively with

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Event Industry News

MARCH 7, 2023

Star Live, the specialist production agency, has agreed to sell its mobile seating and stage fleet to Actavo Events for an undisclosed sum. The deal includes mobile grandstands, 10 metre mobile stages and a 15m mobile orbit stage. The two businesses will work closely to ensure a smooth transition for all Star Live contracts.

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Prestige Events Magazine

MARCH 7, 2023

A unique events space at the heart of London’s most iconic destination Global full-service event space provider and platform, Spaces & Stories, is proud to announce an iconic addition to its portfolio of extraordinary event venues – the beautifully restored Control Room A at Battersea Power Station. Control Room A, London’s newest and most unique event space, can host 250 guests for receptions, and up to 100 seated.

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Event Industry News

MARCH 7, 2023

Caroline Harding’s addition to Symphotech’s leadership team signals new ambitions for the Group. Caroline will focus on ambitious expansion plans and implementing business strategy, while further strengthening quality and systems.

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The Castle Group

MARCH 7, 2023

Higher Education Online Reputation Audits for Commencement Speakers Colleges and universities across the country are gearing up for commencement season and looking forward to welcoming graduates and their families to campus. Many institutions are also finalizing who will appear as potential speakers and honorary degree recipients. Some will consider alumni who have exemplified the mission of the university, while others will invite a rising star to inspire graduates.

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Stova

MARCH 7, 2023

What matters most in event technology in the year ahead? Having a partner that knows what the market wants now and which technologies will matter most is important, but with hundreds of options available, how do you find the right fit? What products are gaining traction? What emerging trends will shape the industry, and how can technology help you make the most of new market realities?

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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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Prestige Events Magazine

MARCH 7, 2023

Shaftesbury Theatre , the West End’s largest independent theatre which has recently expanded its hospitality facilities with the launch of its elegant new 1911 events space, celebrates International Women’s Day with a series of videos championing some of the incredible women who work at the theatre. Deputy Head of House Management , Natalie Gardner; Deputy Head of Electrics , Irma Kent ; and Deputy Head of Ticketing, Fiona Brooke-Holland, are all featured in the humorous and light-hearted HERsto

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Exhibitor Magazine

MARCH 7, 2023

WASHINGTON, DC � Destinations International, the global trade association for convention and visitors bureaus (CVBs) and tourism boards and Groups360.

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Click & Pledge

MARCH 7, 2023

How to Avoid Fundraising Lulls: Top Tips for Steady Success Most nonprofit fundraising initiatives depend on generous donor giving for success. But what happens when an organization starts seeing substantial decreases in fundraising revenue streaming in? That’s typically called a fundraising lull. And in this guide, we’ll share four key ways to avoid fundraising lulls in order to maximize giving.

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Special Events

MARCH 7, 2023

Catersource + The Special Event head to Orlando, March 27–30

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Planner WIre

MARCH 7, 2023

When event professionals attend industry events, for example, Confex 2023, they can find it difficult to think like an attendee. That’s why in this episode, we talk about the things an event professional should keep in mind. We’re not sharing anything new, just reminding you of what you already know. Make sure you listen to the end for a bonus tip and subscribe on Spotify or your favorite podcast platform!

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Lumi Global

MARCH 7, 2023

The AGM has always been considered the most important shareholder event of the year. However, many businesses are now running IR meetings to engage with their investors all year round. But how do you run a successful IR event, and where do you start?

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Prestige Events Magazine

MARCH 7, 2023

Fitzroy Hutchinson is the Energy and Sustainability Manager at ICC Wales and The Celtic Collection. He joined the team in 2021, with a wealth of experience behind him following a successful career of 16 years in the NHS, both in Aneurin Bevan University and Cardiff University Health Boards. We caught up with Fitzroy to discuss sustainability in the meetings and events industry.

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