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Venue ventilation for COVID-19

Conferences that Work

Attention, meeting planners! Safe meeting venue ventilation for COVID-19 is critical. As we start thinking about returning to in-person events, it’s crucial to check that venues are upgrading their HVAC systems to handle potentially virus-infused air. There has been little public discussion on this important topic. In this post, I’ll explain why questions about venues’ HVAC safety should be at the top of your site visit checklist.

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Event Tech Company Bevy Prioritizes Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Latest Funding Round

EventMB

A 2018 study showed that only 3 percent of venture partners are Black, but event tech company Bevy’s latest funding round sparked change with a 70 percent Black investor pool. This initiative leads the way for organizational success and inclusive solutions. It has been over a year since our industry was unexpectedly hit with a […]. The post Event Tech Company Bevy Prioritizes Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Latest Funding Round by Keneisha Williams appeared first on [link].

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Why You Shouldn’t Care About Platforms Getting Investments

Endless Events

Event app platforms have been all the rage for quite some time now in the world of event tech, so it’s only natural that investments in event platforms come next. Hopin , the 2019 London-based start-up, is considered a unicorn among event apps. In such a short span of time, it has managed to attract enormous investments. But should we care? Time and time again, Will and Brandt have proven to the Event Tech Podcast listeners that they are experts in all things tech.

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5 Swoon-worthy Wedding Dress Alternatives

EventSource

For some brides, the most exciting part of the wedding planning process is shopping for the dress– for others, it’s the part they dread the most. If you are the later, you’re in luck! There are a ton of options if you are not here for the whole ‘white dress’ thing: Pick a different colour. For some brides, it’s not so much the dress that bugs them but the fact that they are expected to wear white.

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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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No-Cost COVID-19 Testing for Event Registrants to Take at Home

PCMA Convene

AIM Meetings and Events has teamed up with Inspire Diagnostics and Unisys Corporation to offer free, at-home COVID-19 testing kits (not shown) to those planning to attend in-person events. (Adobe Stock Photo). Despite a growing number of Americans who have been vaccinated, there will still be those who are wary of attending in-person events in 2021.

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Charity Fundraising Events in 2021: How to Help Those Organisations Most in Need

Eventbrite UK

Much like the events industry, the charities sector has been significantly affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. A loss of crucial income has meant that some have been unable to carry out their important work, while others might even be facing closure. In November 2020, 14% of charities predicted they would no longer be operating in […]. The post Charity Fundraising Events in 2021: How to Help Those Organisations Most in Need appeared first on Eventbrite UK.

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Want to Become a Master of Behavioral Science? Come this Way…

Smart Meetings

Meeting virtually is incredibly convenient and easy, but it leaves a lot to be desired, such as the absence of the ritual handshake and the reading of body language. Not only do these help communicators connect on a deeper level, but it gives them a better understanding of the verbal and nonverbal landscape —something meeting virtually can’t quite do.

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How Eventbrite Event Creators Are Paving the Way for a 2021 Reopening

Eventbrite UK

As the UK begins to open up on its path out of lockdown, you might be looking to host in-person events again. Although there are the likes of social distancing and face coverings to consider, organising a COVID-secure gathering doesn’t need to be a daunting process for events professionals. Get some inspiration for creative event […]. The post How Eventbrite Event Creators Are Paving the Way for a 2021 Reopening appeared first on Eventbrite UK.

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Weddings Are Back!

Special Events

WIPA wedding planners discuss the state of the wedding industry.

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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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4 Tips for Creating an Effective Volunteer Training Course

InitLive

Volunteers are valuable resources for your nonprofit organization, providing support and manpower to execute programs and further your organization’s mission. Some volunteer positions are more straightforward than others. For more specialized roles, odds are volunteers won’t come to your organization with all the knowledge, skills, and experience they need to succeed.

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First Event becomes an employee-owned company

Event Industry News

Specialist events company First Event have shared their recent initiative in making the move to becoming an employee-owned business. Over the last five years the Leeds-based organisation has gone from strength to strength, growing to become one of the largest independent events companies in Yorkshire and ranked as one of the UK’s leading event companies.

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De Vere Beaumont Estate unveils multi-million-pound transformation of its mansion house

Prestige Events Magazine

De Vere Beaumont Estate in Old Windsor, part of De Vere’s collection of historic mansion house estates and distinctive contemporary hotels and event destinations, has unveiled the results of its top-to-toe refurbishment to its Georgian mansion house, The White House which includes six meetings and events spaces and 26 bedrooms. The White House, the historic heart of the hotel, has been refurbished to bring it in line with De Vere’s distinctly British aesthetic.

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Story Gives Back launches free exhibitor opportunities at their Christmas Show.

Event Industry News

Launched four years ago, the Story Gives Back initiative returns to help promote small or new event suppliers to over 750 event agencies and corporate buyers at their London Christmas Party Show at Pan Pacific London in September. Sam Gill, CEO of Story Events commented “We know that it has been a really tough year for all event industry suppliers, so whilst it’s great to have major industry players including Barbican, Awesome Events, Brasserie Blanc and Smart Group returning to the event, we ar

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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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University of Westminster Students Launch International Remote Working Digital Interns Scheme

eventplanner

With the many challenges of the past year and with more remote working, the University of Westminster’s event management students are here to help event organisers and suppliers again in 2021.

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Tarsus Group announces partnership with aviation content creator

Event Industry News

Tarsus, the global B2B events and media group, has announced a strategic partnership with leading aviation vlogger, content creator and author Sam Chui; Chui is recognised as one the world’s most famous YouTube aviation content creators with over two and a half million YouTube subscribers and counting. “Sam has built a truly unique platform and has established himself as one of the most exciting and influential aviation content creators out there,” said Douglas Emslie, CEO of Tarsus Group.

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Point of View: Lou Kiwanuka

IEM

Lou Kiwanuka. The Shaper Group. [link]. As part of our commitment to championing the industry, we are talking to people about their careers and what IEM means to them. Lou Kiwanuka is the owner and founder of The Shaper Group, focused on delivering exceptional people and events in the Exhibition and Conference sector. With over 20 years in the industry as an Organiser, Show Owner, Contractor and Venue Manager, Lou has overseen some of the largest and most technically challenging events.

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The AEO gets life back to live

Event Industry News

The AEO (Association of Event Organisers) is delighted to launch its first live event of 2021; the AEO Summer Soirée. The event, which takes place on the evening of the 21 st of July at the HAC, invites industry peers to get back to face to face with some overdue networking drinks. Chris Skeith, chief executive officer of AEO says: “Community is the heartbeat of the AEO.

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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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2021 Events: Uncertainty and Changing Expectations

Nth Degree

The one thing everyone seems to agree upon regarding 2020 is that no one saw it coming. Whether 2020 brought on successes or failures, business growth or hardship, health or sickness, inner peace or strife—one thing is for certain—the world has changed dramatically, and our industry along with it. But the question I pose to this new reality is how long will this change hold, and will the elements of change be necessary?

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Virginia Beach Convention And Visitors Bureau Hires Dee Mittman as Sales Manager

Exhibitor Magazine

Virginia Beach, Va.  Virginia Beach Convention and Visitors Bureau, the official destination marketing organization (DMO) for Virginia Beach, Virgini.

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Establishing Rules for Modifier Lists

Caterease

The post Establishing Rules for Modifier Lists appeared first on Caterease.

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U.S. Travel Applauds REAL ID Extension

Exhibitor Magazine

WASHINGTON  U.S. Travel Association Executive Vice President for Public Affairs and Policy Tori Emerson Barnes issued the following statement: br.

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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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Event Tech Company Bevy Prioritizes Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Latest Funding Round

Skift

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Women In Sport: Breaking Down Closed Doors

Verve

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José Rolón on Building a Business During and After a Life-Changing Moment

All Seated

As the months have passed, articles circulate describing the feelings many are experiencing – grief , coping with loss (personal and professional), stress, isolation, anxiety – the list goes on. . While glimmers of optimism grow with each passing day, this is an opportune time to reflect on the impact of life-changing moments. Who better to talk about this incredibly important, but not often talked about topic, than José Rolón of José Rolón Events.