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The Mature Approach to Event Technology Implementation

EventMB

Skift Take: The meetings industry is evolving, including in its approach to event technology implementation. Having an internal IT team is crucial. Leaving it all to be handled by partners is no longer an option.

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EMEC: 5 things to know about incentive travel in a post-pandemic world

MPI

Pádraic Gilligan, chief marketing officer for SITE, will walk attendees through the latest trends in incentive travel and its “awesome, transformational power” at MPI’s EMEC Brighton, 26-28 March.

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Luxury, Culture and White Lotus in Thailand

Smart Meetings

An incentive destination for the new generation Any time a hit television show features a distinct destination, meeting professionals get interested and the tourism industry of that location gets a real boost. It has recently been reported that season three of the wildly popular dark-comedy series White Lotus will be taking place in Thailand. According to Dana O’Malley, CEO of Kindred Public Relations representing Aleenta Resorts & Spas, the producers of the hit show say the new season in Th

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Join the fight against human trafficking during MPI’s GMID broadcast

MPI

Malinda Harrell says that when it comes to the fight against human trafficking in the meeting industry, one of the key first steps is to unlearn what you think you’ve learned.

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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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Trendspiration from CES and SXSW

Smart Meetings

Refresh your events with purposeful design and messaging Two of the buzziest industry events showcasing forward-thinking ideas today are CES and SXSW. As producers of events across the world, we have a front-row seat on how brands are bringing their marketing strategies and purpose-driven initiatives to life and witnessed how these two are capturing hearts and minds of audiences, capitalizing on evolving trends and inventing new ways to connect.

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Changing Abortion Laws Create Duty-of-Care Issue for Meeting Hosts

MeetingsNet

Morals and politics aside, site selection in post-Roe America presents groups with new risk-management challenges, argues one industry lawyer. Abortion rights is an emotional and polarizing topic. As states enact new laws affecting those rights, a handful of groups have publicly changed their conference location in protest. For example, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists moved its 2023 annual clinical and scientific meeting out of New Orleans, not wanting to meet in a destin

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Jessie States, VP of MPI Academy, receives IACC Award of Excellence

MPI

Jessie States, CMP, CMM, vice president of the MPI Academy, was honored with IACC’s Award of Excellence yesterday during the IACC Americas Knowledge Exchange 2023 in Durham, N.C.

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The Royal Welsh Showground: The ideal Mid-Wales venue for events of all sizes

Event Industry News

Set in the heart of rural Wales, the Royal Welsh Showground features a variety of buildings and meeting spaces, conference facilities, free parking, and exhibition space, along with super-fast broadband connections and a permanent 4G mobile phone mast onsite.

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Delicious virtual engagement

MPI

At the end of 2022, I R.S.V.P.’d for two virtual experiences after receiving press invitations, curious to see what’s on offer for groups and participants with such events.

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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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CHS Leeds expands hosted buyer programme

Event Industry News

CHS Leeds has expanded its hosted buyer programme this year due to an incredible increase in demand as the show continues to grow its visitors. The organisers are already predicting a 32% rise in Hosted Buyers, with a proactive strategy focused on bringing new buyers to the event.

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New report addresses disengagement at events

MPI

Disengagement at conferences is a significant problem, and the solution is providing attendees with more. But what does “more” mean?

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The Speakers Agency appoints new Managing Director

Event Industry News

The Speakers Agency has announced the appointment of Holly Kerley as its new Managing Director. Kerley has taken over the position from Sylvia Tidy-Harris who has decided to hand over the reins and focus on her other business – Tidy Management – 22 years after founding the business.

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Magic moments at EMEC Brighton

MPI

Samme Allen discusses the importance of event emcees and why it’s exciting to bring the meeting professional community together again in Brighton.

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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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3 Reasons Why Event Planners Need A Marketing Calendar

Skiddle

Your team is talented. Their knowledge of the events industry is second-to-none. And in the past, they’ve helped to bring your event idea to life through content marketing, social media posts and engaging website copy. But there’s a slight problem. Your planning isn’t the best. You see, planning is crucial. Without it, you can spend too much time in meetings, discussing ideas over and over with no end goal in sight.

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GMID’s Canadian origins: Getting to know Kathy Fortier

MPI

The meeting industry will come together to celebrate Global Meetings Industry Day (GMID) on March 30, but did you know that a day now recognized and celebrated by meeting professionals around the world began in Canada? The first official National Meetings Industry Day was held in Canada in 1999. This followed local and regional events hosted by Canadian MPI chapters and conversations about elevating the celebration to a national level by the MPI Canadian Council—eventually leading to the f

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Everything you need to know about virtual networking events

Socio Events

Networking is a core part of our professional lives. Whether someone is searching for a new career or opportunity, or just looking for new industry connections, networking events help facilitate those journeys. Networking events present a great opportunity to help others create solid connections, build professional relationships, and learn about industry trends.

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Better equipped for a renaissance in the events sector

MPI

Mark Cooper, CEO of IACC, will be sharing his insights at MPI’s European Meetings & Events Conference (EMEC) in Brighton, U.K.

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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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Consumer vs Commercial Grade Canopy Tents: Who is the Winner?

Ins'Tent

When it comes to outdoor events such as fairs, sporting events, festivals, and markets, pop-up canopy tents are a common sight. They provide shelter from the sun, rain, and wind while also offering a place to display products and interact with customers. Pop-up tents have become increasingly popular in recent years for outdoor markets, farmer’s markets, and other outdoor events.

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EMEC: The source of all creativity is curiosity

MPI

A journey to discover why collaboration, creativity and sustainability are key to understanding the future of meetings and events.

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Reward Your Best With Iconic Watch Brands

Smart Meetings

The Corporate Advantage: Exceptional Designs + Exceptional Service Citizen Watch America (CWA) offers a portfolio of leading and trusted brands for your business needs, including Bulova, Citizen, Frederique-Constant, Alpina, Bulova and Citizen Clocks, and Accutron, with prices ranging from $95 to $45,000 in retail value. These brands are known for their exceptional craftsmanship and design with cutting-edge technology and industry-leading quality and reliability, with hundreds of styles and tast

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EMEC education: Embracing change, creating our industry’s future

MPI

Kim Myhre, local education lead, on developing a diverse education platform for EMEC Brighton.

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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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Wyboston Lakes Resort beats strong international competition to win prestigious IACC Americas Innovation Award for its sustainability initiatives

Prestige Events Magazine

The Wyboston Lakes Resort team has returned from North Carolina with the highly prestigious IACC Americas Innovation Award. The Resort beat strong international competition from 10 other finalists to win the award which recognises the successful implementation of new ideas and practices in business ventures. The team’s winning entry highlighted the Resort’s approach to food waste, in particular its People’s Pantry initiative with chefs encouraging colleagues to take home remaining freshly made f

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MPI shares results of its 2023 GMID Virtual Experience

MPI

Over 4,000 industry meeting professionals registered for MPI's 2023 GMID Virtual Experience, with participation from around the world.

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Freeman Acquires Boutique Strategy Consultancy Impact Point Group

Exhibitor Magazine

DALLAS, TX � Today, Freeman, the global leader in events, announced the acquisition of Impact Point Group, a boutique consultancy and nationally cer.

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Why MPI EMEC host city Brighton is popular for meetings and events

MPI

A U.K. city by the sea will welcome MPI’s European Meetings & Events Conference (EMEC).

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Download 7 Exceptional Event Email Templates for Driving Attendee Engagement

Download "7 Exceptional Event Email Templates for Driving Attendee Engagement" eBook and write winning event emails right away! Relying on decades of social science research and cutting edge behavioral data, SpotMe shows you their science-based methods for creating wildly successful event-marketing email campaigns for almost any situation. SpotMe is the event management platform for B2B marketers.

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CS+TSE Visits Venues of Orlando

Special Events

Attendees of Catersource + The Special Event 2023 kicked off the week with a tour of Florida venues

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The meeting and event venues of Brighton, MPI EMEC host city

MPI

Compact dimensions work to the advantage of MPI EMEC host city Brighton.

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The Costs of Virtual Annual General Meetings: Cybersecurity Measures

Lumi Global

Virtual Annual General Meetings (AGMs) offer many benefits, including increased flexibility and convenience, but it's essential to understand the potential hidden costs associated with these types of meetings. One such cost is cybersecurity measures, which are essential for ensuring the security and privacy of virtual meetings.