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New Multi-Day Features Make Zoom a Viable Option for Event Professionals

EventMB

New features flaunted at this week’s Zoom User Conference Zoomtopia point to Zoom becoming a serious contender for multi-day multi-session events. Although most features will only be released in the fourth quarter or later, the opportunity to explore first-hand some features as part of Zoomtopia made it clear that the company is serious about investing […].

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Before, During, and After: The Complete Guide to Event Engagement

Social Tables

Have you ever tried to teach a class, promote a discussion, or get people to join in on an activity only to be met with blank stares and an awkward silence? Expert planners know that event engagement is vital to an event’s initial success, as well as the success of potential future events. But what is event engagement? Better yet, why does it matter?

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9 Key Stats That Define the Event Industry Right Now

EventMB

With in-person events taking place right now across the United States and Europe, it's important to monitor the current opportunities and challenges facing event professionals. These nine stats are based on fresh data from our own survey and represent the most up-to-date industry data right now. These are the key stats that represent a snapshot […].

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How to Maximize Networking During Virtual, Hybrid & In-Person Events

Event Age by Swapcard

We’ve all seen the feedback from attendees and exhibitors at virtual events: “There is no serendipity online.” “Virtual networking is cringe!” “It’s impossible to make real connections behind a screen.”.

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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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The CCD – A Tech Friendly Venue

Event Industry News

The Convention Centre Dublin (The CCD) is located in the heart of Dublin’s Docklands, otherwise known as ‘Silicon Docks’, as the area comprises of many of the world’s top tech multinationals including Facebook, Google, HubSpot, LinkedIn and Twitter. Since The CCD opened in 2010, the prominence of tech companies in the city has helped establish Dublin and The CCD as the perfect location for hosting tech-based events and conferences.

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6 Ways You Can Cut Down Your Event Budget

ePly

Did you come out of quarantine feeling like everything has suddenly gotten? way ?more expensive? You’re not the only one. Costs are up everywhere, and it’s especially true for event planning as we start returning to in-person events. We’re thinking to ourselves, “Did everything really cost this much before?”. We are hearing from industry professionals that the event budget is the number one priority for 2022.

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Day in the Life of a Wedding & Event Planner with Michelle McDermott

The Planner's Lounge

Welcome to our “Day in the Life” series! We feature wedding and event planners from around the world with many different levels of experience. If you would like to be featured, download our questionnaire here and email your responses and photos to info@plannerslounge.com. We are excited to feature Ireland wedding and event planner Michelle McDermott today!

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6 Ways You Can Cut Down Your Event Budget

ePly

Did you come out of quarantine feeling like everything has suddenly gotten? way ?more expensive? You’re not the only one. Costs are up everywhere, and it’s especially true for event planning as we start returning to in-person events. We’re thinking to ourselves, “Did everything really cost this much before?”.

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EPDA ACCESS 2021 Registration is Now Open

Exhibitor Magazine

Registration is open for EDPA ACCESS 2021, November 30th  December 2nd at the Diplomat Beach Resort in Hollywood, Florida. We have an exciting lineup.

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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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Vector Lighting & AV

Event Industry News

Vector Lighting & AV has been in business for over 35 years offering a wide range of services across multiple sectors with many long standing customers. From corporate events and conferences through to exhibition stands and retail window displays even outdoor screens. We enjoy being part of the creative process delivering designs with a Wow factor and the experience to deliver integrated solutions across all Audio visual mediums to enhance brands & products.

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venue spotlight: brighton harbour hotel

SevenEvents

located only 50-minutes on the train from central london, brighton is the perfect spot if you want to step out of the city for a night or two, breath in that salty sea air and reset. situated on the famous promenade, is the brighton harbour hotel, a 79 room boutique hotel and spa which is perfect for groups and can even offer exclusive use of their property. this quirky hotel is an instagrammers dream. the rooms are spacious and many have sea views along with cute benches fitted around the windo

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UFI Global Policy Leadership Series: Enabling Trade & Society

Event Industry News

UFI, the Global Association of the Exhibition Industry, is pleased to launch its Global Policy Leadership Series (GPLS). The GPLS, part of the advocacy work UFI undertakes on behalf of the exhibition industry, features a series of one-on-one interviews with trade and tourism ministers from around the globe. Anbu Varathan, President of UFI, said, “Advocacy for the exhibition industry has become increasingly important throughout the pandemic.

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Business and Industry Leaders Make Case for Return of Business Travel, Meetings, Exhibitions and Events

Exhibitor Magazine

WASHINGTON  A broad coalition spanning the business and travel community delivered an evidence-based message today: travel for professional meeting.

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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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Resilient: Event Planners in the Pandemic

Do Good Events

RESILINENT adjective 1. (of a person or animal) able to withstand or recover quickly from difficult conditions. It’s been 567 days since our first event was dramatically halted because of the threat of COVID-19. Since that date, there have been few days where the world of events felt easy. We have worked to figure out how to do something brand new , then figure out the best way to do it in a short amount of time.

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RJ Whyte Event Production Acquires BRAVO! Events

Exhibitor Magazine

Washington, DC - RJ Whyte Event Production (RJ Whyte) Founder and Principal Roger J. Whyte, II announced today the company's acquisition of BRAVO! Ev.

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Fall Party Themes Pumpkin Spice & Everything Nice

Sendo

Fall is here! And we have some great fall party themes. While many are gearing up for the colder weather and spending more time indoors, this doesn’t mean the gathering of family and friends has to end. It is the perfect time to put on your favorite sweater and still make many memories. If you are throwing a fun event this fall, whether it is for a baby shower, birthday party, or just an excuse to get together, here are some fun fall-themed party ideas: Cider Mill Bash.

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7 super ways to boost online event income

SevenEvents

as virtual events became the only options for event management companies around the world, virtual event platforms became extremely important for keeping us all connected. as we began to feel more confident in this virtual world, boosting online event income and return on investment was key. we are outlining some key ways that you can achieve this for your next online event, and it’s easier than you think!

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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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SOMERSET HOUSE CONFIRMS PARTNERSHIP WITH LIGHT MOTIF

Prestige Events Magazine

Following a rigorous re-tender process of the eight listed audio-visual companies, Light Motif has won the two-year contract to provide services for the new day delegate rate at the iconic riverside London venue. From this month, meetings and conferences in the Portico and Navy Board rooms will feature contemporary white wireless speakers, sleek laptops with the latest software, lapel and hand-held microphones plus a sound desk with control hidden lectern and technician.

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7 super ways to boost online event income

SevenEvents

as virtual events became the only options for event management companies around the world, virtual event platforms became extremely important for keeping us all connected. as we began to feel more confident in this virtual world, boosting online event income and return on investment was key. we are outlining some key ways that you can achieve this for your next online event, and it’s easier than you think!

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TROXY CELEBRATES 88TH BIRTHDAY AND UNVEILS LANDMARK RESTORATION PROJECT

Prestige Events Magazine

Restoring an East London Icon. East London art deco venue Troxy has unveiled a substantial restoration project in conjunction with its 88th birthday, last weekend. The venue, which reopens this month with a series of events, including a gig with legendary ska band The Specials on 25th September, has completed the first stages of an ambitious transformation project.

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Experiential Agency GPJ Invests in Full-Service Creative Video Agency NOMOBO

Exhibitor Magazine

AUBURN HILLS, MICH. - George P. Johnson (GPJ), the world's leading event and experience marketing agency, announced that it has acquired a significant.

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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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The Welcomer – McGregor Hall Performing Arts Center

Click & Pledge

The Welcomer – McGregor Hall Performing Arts Center If you’re a guest in Henderson, North Carolina’s McGregor Hall, Beryle Lewis is there to make sure you aren’t just stepping into a $9 million, 1,000-seat performing arts center. She’s there to make sure you’ve come home. . A Henderson native herself, Beryle was first exposed to theatre when a college professor took her class to a Broadway show. .

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Conference Board of Canada Research Shows Drastic Losses in Direct Employment and GDP

Exhibitor Magazine

COAST SALISH TERRITORY (Vancouver, BC)  The Conference Board of Canada (CBOC) and the Indigenous Tourism Association of Canada (ITAC) recently condu.

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9 Key Stats That Define the Event Industry Right Now

Skift

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An Important Message From NAB Show

Exhibitor Magazine

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The following message was sent today to the NAB Show community from Chris Brown, Executive Vice President and Managing Director.

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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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David Kong, Hospitality Industry’s Longest Tenured CEO, to Retire

Smart Meetings

President and CEO of Best Western Hotels & Resorts David Kong will retire at the end of 2021. Kong joined Best Western in 2001 and was named CEO in 2004, His 17 years as CEO have made him the longest tenured in the industry. David Kong. Under Kong’s leadership, BWH Hotel Group, Best Western’s parent company, grew from one to 18 brands, covering nearly every segment, including boutique, lifestyle and extended stay.

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VOK DAMS China Produces China Leadership Seminar for Amway

Exhibitor Magazine

VOK DAMS produced the Amway China Leadership Seminar, which included eleven motivating large-scale incentive events for Amway's sales representatives.

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IFES to Host Tour of EXPO 2020 in Dubai

Exhibitor Magazine

FRANKFURT, GERMANY - The International Federation of Exhibition and Event Services (IFES) is hosting an EXPO 2020 Study Trip featuring VIP access to.

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