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Independent Properties: When the Hotel Becomes the Experience

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Skift Take: With the transformation of events into experiences, planners say that independent hotels offer distinct advantages, such as flexibility, creativity and authenticity.

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Betty Crocker’s AI-driven Dream Bake Studio Helps Consumers Fight ‘Bakers Block’

Event Marketer

It’s hard to fathom, but according to a recent Betty Crocker survey, even consumers who hail from the land of “The Great British Baking Show” lack confidence in their baking skills. The research revealed a high prevalence of “bakers block,” and that of the 86 percent of people from Manchester, England, who enjoy baking, one-third of them only do it every few months or less.

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Megan Henshall: Meetings Innovator

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Skift Take: Rehumanizing corporate life is the new mission of Google Xi. Its founder, Megan Henshall, is Skift Meeting's first-ever Meetings Innovator.

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How the Final U.S. Leg of Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour is Sparking In-market Engagement Strategies

Event Marketer

As Taylor Swift touches down in Indianapolis this evening to kick off the final leg of her U.S. Eras Tour, Nov. 1-3, at Lucas Oil Stadium, e.l.f. Cosmetics will be there to help welcome the pop star and her fans to “The Racing Capital of the World” through a cross-collaboration with Purdue University, merging academia, beauty and motorsports. The brand will activate with the university’s Purdue Brand Studio agency at Circle Centre Mall, Saturday and Sunday (a 10-minute walk from Lucas Oil Stadiu

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Elevate Your Event Experience to the Next Level

In order to create a successful event, you must: Optimize Event Website and Registration Process Utilize Social Media Platforms Effectively Implement Targeted Email Campaigns Harness the Power of Video Content Benefit from a Mobile App Download now and learn how to simplify this process with Eventpedia.

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Blackstone is Planning to Sell Clarion Events

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Skift Take: Following a series of recent acquisitions of exhibition organizers, Clarion Events could be the largest if the right buyer comes along.

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How Topgolf Teed up a Product Launch with an Engagement-rich ‘Nightclub’

Event Marketer

Topgolf doesn’t usually launch products, so when The Sure Thing Club came about, the entertainment brand needed to take a big swing. Known for its tech-driven golf driving range game at more than 100 venues around the world, along with yummy bar food offerings and party packages, the brand stepped outside its comfort zone to host a buzzy launch experience with a cast of sponsors at its El Segundo, CA, location on July 31—creating a nightclub to launch the golf club.

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MIA reacts to the Chancellor’s Autumn Budget 2024

Event Industry News

The Meetings Industry Association (MIA) has reacted to the Chancellor of the Exchequer’s Autumn Budget 2024, which was presented in the House of Commons yesterday.

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How to Ease Election-Week Tension at Meetings

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Events taking place during the hotly contested U.S. presidential election are focusing on productive conversations and de-stressing moments. This article originally ran in BizBash, a sister media outlet to MeetingsNet. The first Tuesday in November—a.k.a. Election Day—can bring distractions at business events taking place around that time. After all, every conference or show is designed to grab and hold the attention of attendees for a few days, but with politics top of mind it becomes easy for

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National Outdoor Event Association (NOEA) Budget Response Statement

Event Industry News

This was never going to be a budget that would be supportive of our industry, but the reality is, event and event businesses have been ignored again, with few morsels for us to be positive about. It does beg the question how much the government really does want this £65m industry.

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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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How to get involved with Black Friday and Cyber Monday on Skiddle

Skiddle

72% of people in the UK said that discounts and deals were the reason they were motivated to shop during Black Friday and Cyber Monday over the last 12 months. That’s according to a survey run by YouGov, and it’s as good as any reason to get involved with Black Friday and Cyber Monday this year. We’ve generated a single, unique code for event organisers participating in Black Friday (Friday 29th November) and Cyber Monday (Monday 2nd December).

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Opus Agency’s Katie McIntyre is headed to Austin to discuss data and personalization at Swoogo’s Unconventional (IRL). Read more here. #WeAreOpusAgency

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Katie McIntyre to Lead Session at Unconventional (IRL)

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Till Death Do Us Part

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Inside a Halloween-themed wedding inspired from beyond the grave

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Olympia Events appoints Andy Price as Director of Marketing & Communications

Event Industry News

Olympia Events has appointed Andy Price as Director of Marketing & Communications, a new role, as the iconic venue continues its journey to becoming part of London’s newest destination for culture, creativity and entertainment.

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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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Kentucky Venues Names Roxie Ruckriegel as Director of Sales at Kentucky Exposition Center

Exhibitor Magazine

LOUISVILLE, Ky. � Kentucky Venues is excited to announce the appointment of Roxie Ruckriegel as the new Director of Sales for the Kentucky Expositio.

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MJ Unpacked: A different kind of “green” event

Event Industry News

In and around events-world for years, Seattle-based CEO and co-founder of MJ Unpacked, George Jage, sowed the seeds for a show committed to the cannabis sector back in 2014. MJ Unpacked, the biggest trade event in a now burgeoning business, hits St Louis, Missouri, this month and Atlantic City, New Jersey, next spring.

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The 12th Annual ASSEMBLY Show Brings Together 4,300+ Manufacturing Industry Professionals

Exhibitor Magazine

ROSEMONT, IL � The 12th Annual ASSEMBLY Show wrapped up last week at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, IL with over 4,300 manufac.

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Networking and Community-building Ideas from HLTH USA 2024

Event Marketer

Bringing together the health ecosystem, HLTH USA 2024 took place Oct. 20-23 at the Venetian Expo in Las Vegas, urging its participants to “Be Bold” as they explore the future of healthcare and what it will take to live not just longer, but healthier. Take it from Bob, a retired GE Healthcare engineer who spent 36 years designing CT machines. After receiving a scan “from a familiar face” as he fought covid, he is alive and well today, read an explanation next to a painting titled “Coming Home” by

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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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The Importance of Financial Transparency in Associations

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Financial transparency is crucial for associations looking to build trust, enhance credibility, and foster engagement among their members. By openly sharing financial information and practices, associations can demonstrate their commitment to accountability and responsible management of resources. Here’s a closer look at why financial transparency is important for associations and how it can be effectively implemented.

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DIY Gift Wrap Ideas For The Holidays

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The holidays are in full swing! With family in town, parties to plan, and cookies to be baked, there’s plenty to do before the holidays arrive. This season, we put together a list of 4 of our favorite DIY gift-wrap ideas to set your gifts apart from the crowd! While it is the season for giving, sometimes the wrapping it comes in can be the icing on the cake you need to make your loved one’s holiday.

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