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15 In-Person and Virtual Icebreaker Activities for Corporate or Networking Events

Picatic by Eventbrite

To get attendees connecting at your next networking or business event, here are 15 tried-and-tested icebreaker games for adults.

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Sports Events Winning Big for Philly

EventMB

Skift Take: How consummate teamwork and collaboration attract major sporting events year after year, creating major economic benefits, tourism spending, brand appeal, and lasting legacies. — Jeff Heilman Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings.

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10 Things That Could Go Wrong at an Event (and How to Stop Them)

Eventbrite UK

The cancellation of events back in 2020 was perhaps the most persuasive proof that no matter how well-planned an event is, certain circumstances are always outside our control. What you can do as event creators is be aware of these potential pitfalls and event planning mistakes, and make a contingency plan that puts you in […].

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Will a Las Vegas Convention Center Strike Impact CES?

EventMB

Skift Take: As CES, the world’s largest tech show, prepares to swing open its doors to more than 100,000 people, a threat of a possible strike by food service workers at the Las Vegas Convention Center as well as Covid are concerns. — Andrea Doyle Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings.

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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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Our most popular articles of 2022: Expo fan favs!

Expo Pass

We do our best to bring you the most up-to-date news, predictions, and happenings in the event world. . But our favorite way to find out what’s going on with events is by looking at which Expo articles people are reading the most! . This year in-person events were in full swing, along with ways to increase attendance and make events more exciting. People were ready to be face to face, away from their computer screens, and connect with other meeting professionals. 2022 was the catalyst for bigger

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Setting standards for the sustainable future of events at IET London: Savoy Place

Event Industry News

Less than 10 years ago, the average conference attendee was producing more than four pounds of waste and nearly 400 pounds of CO2 emissions a day, according to studies. The events industry has therefore had to seriously re-evaluate its contribution to environmental damage, and IET London: Savoy Place has been doing exactly that. Specialising in […].

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2022 in review

zkipster

Happy 2023! Here at zkipster we have big plans for the year ahead, but as we jump into the new year we’re taking a look back at 2022… …what we learnt, what we achieved and what we celebrated, as well as highlights from the world of events. Soho Grand’s 14th Annual NYE Black & White Masquerade Ball, New York. Photo by Bre Johnson / BFA.com ⓒ BFA.

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Wales to host the world’s biggest culinary event in 2026

Event Industry News

The world’s biggest culinary event is coming to Wales in 2026. A Team Wales partnership has secured the Worldchefs Congress & Expo 2026 for the nation. Wales defeated Italy 28-24 in a final vote, announced by Worldchefs, to host the global event which is expected to attract 1,000 chefs and more than 5,000 visitors from 100-plus countries around […].

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Production Crews use Stream Deck, Event Planners Should too

Planner WIre

Over the past two years, the El Gato Stream Deck has had more of an impact on my productivity as a meeting and event professional than any other hardware solution. It has shaved hours off of my workflow, made excel spreadsheets easier to manage, helps me create better virtual events, and is making me a much nicer human overall because I have more time in my day to get things done.

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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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Wildfire pledge to plant 20,000 trees in 2023

Event Industry News

Wildfire has made a pledge to potentially plant 20,000 trees in 2023. The company will make this pledge in order to offset the carbon emissions they are responsible for. The business declared this statement at The Sustainable Event Show 2022, an exhibition that unites event providers, suppliers, and venues to battle the continuously evolving challenge […].

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5 Features to level up your event ticketing platform in 2023

VBO Tickets

Are you looking for key features that will bring your event ticketing platform up to speed this year? Maybe you feel you are overpaying for something that does not deliver on your expectations. Perhaps you don’t care for confusingly sending your patrons to a different website to purchase tickets; or you’re using disconnected websites for ticket sales, merchandise sales, and marketing.

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Private F1 Client

Kennedy

A private paddock lounge at The Circuit of the America’s set the scene for this corporate getaway. F1 is a notoriously well-oiled machine. They travel all around the world, and as soon as a race completes in one city, their international team is on their way to the next destination. Having experienced races in Abu Dhabi and Jarred with clients, our client came to us wanting to kick off an annual presence at Austin’s F1 - as they have a home office here.

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Tips for making your in-person events stand out in 2023

Socio Events

I was fortunate enough to attend several in-person events over the last few months, and I found myself pondering the ways I’ve changed as an attendee, and how the event experience looks today. It’s not only me — I think all attendees have changed. And not just since the beginning of the pandemic, but over the last six months as well. The industry has moved beyond feeling excited to be back to in-person events.

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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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Forcepoint

Kennedy

Forcepoint hosted a Global Sales Kickoff unlike any other in 2022. Bringing together their global sales force, this memorable event took each attendee on an adventurous road trip within the confines of the convention. Performances by local artists and activist Madame Ghandi set the tone for an unforgettable experience, complimented by seamless transportation through the city and curated venue spaces at the Fairmont.

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Does Titanium Set Off Metal Detectors?

InCharged

Have you ever been at airport security and wondered whether the titanium metal in your jewelry, belt buckle, or eyeglass frame might set off the metal detectors? Titanium is a strong but lightweight metal that’s becoming increasingly popular for use in many different applications. Whether it be fashionable titanium jewelry, medical implants, or bicycle components, only recently has this versatile material become widely used by the general public.

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NASCAR

Kennedy

When you bring the loudest sport to the largest hotel in Austin, you’ve got to bring that big energy to the welcome party. For their annual stay in Austin for NASCAR’s Texas Grand Prix, Speedway Motorsports wanted a fresh take on their reception at the Fairmont. With our 80s inspired theme, The Final Lap, we brought the bold, with color blocked decor, a spotlight-inspired custom stage backdrop, a live band and three rotating DJs.

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Healthy You: Coping with Uncertainty

SmartMeetings

A top life coach shares tips. You probably don’t need to be reminded that being a meeting professional is one of the most stressful jobs on Earth. Despite all your detailed punch lists, the unexpected always threatens to derail your careful planning. Then, into that sea of uncertainty came the pandemic, upending everything. The change it has wrought to the art and science of successful gathering is enough to keep anyone up at night.

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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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Virgin

Kennedy

The Virgin Pulse Thrive Summit 2022 came to life across 3 days in ATX. With customized venues spaces in the Fairmont, industry leading keynote speakers, and mindfulness activities, Fifth Street curated this convention for thousands of employees to amplify the narrative of prioritizing mental health. Want to connect with the Fifth Street DMC team for your next event?

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Wales to Host the World’s Biggest Culinary Event in 2026

Prestige Events Magazine

The world’s biggest culinary event is coming to Wales in 2026. A Team Wales partnership has secured the Worldchefs Congress & Expo 2026 for the nation. Wales defeated Italy 28-24 in a final vote, announced by Worldchefs, to host the global event which is expected to attract 1,000 chefs and more than 5,000 visitors from 100-plus countries around the world to International Convention Centre Wales (ICC Wales) and the Celtic Manor Resort in Newport.

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Canon innovations push the boundaries of storytelling with a first-of-a-kind immersive movie experience at CES® 2023

Event Industry News

Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, pushed innovation to new heights in 2022. At CES 2023, the company will demonstrate how its technology is working to help dissolve limits between real and virtual worlds through a first-of-its-kind immersive movie experience that will place attendees inside of the story. With the launch of […].

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Kent Living Wall Entrepeneur Named One of 2023’s Most Inspiring Female Founders

Prestige Events Magazine

Beccy Dickson, Co-Founder of Sevenoaks-based start-up firm named EcoFoundry, has been named as one of the UK’s most inspirational and dynamic female entrepreneurs by the f: Entrepreneur ‘#ialso100’ campaign. Beccy Dickson, who founded EcoFoundry, who specialise in premium and leasable living walls, in 2020, is being profiled alongside 100 female entrepreneurs from across the country, as part of the campaign to celebrate the multi – achievements of women running businesses in the UK today.

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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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Wedding Appetizer Table vs Stationed Hors D’oeuvres: Follow Our Guide To Decide

Milestone Events Group

Reading about all these delicious food options might make you a little hungry, so we suggest having a box of pizza or some pretzels on hand while you go through this article. There is certainly a lot that goes into planning the perfect reception. What will your first dance be? How many guests are coming? Will you throw your reception outdoors or indoors?

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Company Retreat Planning 101: 8 Elements for a Great One

Smart Meetings

Corporate retreats have long represented occasions for staff members to gather in relaxed settings to conduct work duties. But organizing such gatherings poses a challenge for companies that switched to operating remotely during the pandemic, as they strive to find the right balance between staff bonding and work. Whether you are coming together for team building, training or strategizing about near-term goals, corporate retreats are a great way to deepen employee engagement, provide workforce d

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15 Wedding Dessert Table Ideas To Shock Your Guests’ Sweet Tooth

Milestone Events Group

Warning: major dessert puns ahead. . Who doesn’t love a good wedding, and who doesn’t love a good dessert? You got through the ceremony and the vows, and there wasn’t a dry eye in the house. You took your wedding photos; they’re stunning. Your first dance went off without a hitch and everyone is praising your wedding DJ. Not to mention, all your guests think the catering is delicious.

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DRPG WRAPPED UP 2022 WITH FESTIVE CHRISTMAS CONFERENCE FOR 400 TEAM MEMBERS

Prestige Events Magazine

DRPG , leading creative communications group, ended the year with its annual Christmas conference at its headquarters in the West Midlands. The conference, which was held on Wednesday 21st December 2022, brought together over 400 team members to celebrate the festive season and reflect on the past year. The conference featured a variety of activities, including team building exercises where people from across all creative and business functions were tasked to generate innovative solutions to con

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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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TSE Early Early Bird Pricing Ends Friday!

Special Events

Register for The Special Event now to get the lowest price of the season!

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Wildfire Pledge to Plant 20,000 Trees in 2023

Prestige Events Magazine

Wildfire has made a pledge to potentially plant 20,000 trees in 2023. The company will make this pledge in order to offset the carbon emissions they are responsible for. The business declared this statement at The Sustainable Event Show 2022, an exhibition that unites event providers, suppliers, and venues to battle the continuously evolving challenge in the event sector – sustainability.

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