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7 Steps to Create the Perfect Event Budget

Event Planning BluePrint

When it comes to creating the perfect event budget, several important questions have to be asked first, like what type of event you are planning, who is setting the budget, and whether or not it’s a one-off event or an annual event. And while all of those questions matter, there are some basic guidelines that apply to almost any event budget. That’s what we are here to talk about today.

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Connection, attachment, and meetings

Conferences that Work

A teacher recently advised our daily meditation group to seek “connection free from attachment” This is a wise practice for me. But what does it mean in the context of meetings? Surely we sometimes become attached to people we meet? Isn’t creating and strengthening attachments one of the desirable functions of meetings? So what is the relationship between connection and attachment when people come together?

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IMEX America 2022 Celebrates Meetings Comeback

EventMB

Skift Take: The 2022 edition of IMEX America sent a strong signal that the meetings and events industry is back and booming. Here are our takeaways from the show. — Andrea Doyle Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings.

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Advance Planning: A Meeting Planner’s Best Tool

SmartMeetings

You can’t predict cancellations or staff levels, but you can build in flexibility. At a recent international event that had been rescheduled three times due to Covid, a major sponsor backed out of reserved rooms at the last minute. There goes the room minimum! With literally days until the event, there was nothing the event planner could do—except plan ahead for the next event.

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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 2023 Global Industry Forecast and What It Means for Your Event Budget

EventMB

Skift Take: Demand for hotel space is rising almost as fast as inflation. In this challenging climate, what can meeting and event professionals do to secure the best deal? Five experts from Hilton spill their secrets. — Hilton Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings.

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Destinations International Unveils New Booking Agreement

EventMB

Destinations International’s Don Welsh explains the new booking agreement during IMEX as (from left) Emily Scheiderer, DI; Melissa Riley, Destination DC; Junior Tauvaa, Visit Anaheim, and Dustin Arnheim, Choose Chicago look on. Skift Take: Industry collaboration takes on added importance in a post-pandemic world. Destinations International has launched a new toolkit to help. — Andrea Doyle Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings.

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Espolòn Tequila Launches a New Premium Product with a ‘Crystal-Clear’ Pop-up Experience

Event Marketer

The layout of the Urban Cenote pop-up included a top floor with an open bar and a ground floor offering sampling and interactive experiences. In Mexico, cenotes are natural wonders—sinkholes among age-old caves with crystal-clear waters where adventurers can swim, scuba dive and relax. For the U.S. launch of its new premium product, Cristalino, Espolòn Tequila wanted to draw attention to its roots in Los Altos de Jalisco, Mexico, by recreating the idyllic atmosphere of the Yucatán Peninsula’s c

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Lucy Noble joins AEG Presents as first-ever Artistic Director

Event Industry News

AEG Presents, a worldwide leader across the music and entertainment industries, has today announced the appointment of Lucy Noble to the inaugural position of Artistic Director. Noble joins AEG Presents European Senior Leadership Team, as she assumes responsibility for setting the artistic direction across the company’s live touring and events business, driving expansion into new areas.

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Everything We Experienced at the Second Annual SEPHORiA Virtual House of Beauty

Event Marketer

A branded entry moment led to the “foyer” of the house where all rooms could be accessed. Even as the live events industry roars back to life, Sephora says its customers continue to show an inclination for virtual experiences. So to meet clients where they are, the brand for a second year took its flagship beauty convention into the digital realm with the SEPHORiA: Virtual House of Beauty.

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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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Westminster Venue Collection appoint a new Chair of the Board of Directors

Event Industry News

Westminster Venue Collection are pleased to announce they have appointed a new Chair of the Board of Directors, Barbara Wutte. Following the start of Westminster Venue Collection’s new membership year, the Board of Directors and members came together for their Annual General Meeting at the beautiful Inner Temple last month. Kindly hosted by Stacey Barber and her team on 20th September 2022, the meeting provided a great opportunity to give members an update on the recent news and exciting initiat

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How Yahoo is Using Events and Content to Support LGBTQ+ Employees and Consumers Year-round

Event Marketer

Yahoo activated a Glow & Go human glitter car wash in multiple markets this year. It takes more than a one-and-done activation for a brand to form an authentic relationship with the LGBTQ+ community—year-round support and advocacy are paramount. And it’s the mindset Yahoo is assuming as it steps up its efforts to back both its LGBTQ+ employees and consumer audiences through live experiences, a content platform and dedicated resource groups.

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PHLCVB's Maria Grasso Named to 2022 Women of Distinction by Philadelphia Business Journal

Exhibitor Magazine

Maria Grasso, senior vice president, convention division for the Philadelphia Convention and Visitors Bureau, has been named a 2022 Women of Distincti.

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Must-Haves for 2022 Trade Shows: Trending Canopy Tents

Ins'Tent

Because trade shows bring so many people together with common interests, they are an amazing way to get exposure for your business and meet a variety of potential new customers. These events give individuals and businesses the opportunity to share their products, network with other industry professionals, and expand their customer base with people that are genuinely interested.

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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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ARMA International and the MER Conference Announce Partnership

Exhibitor Magazine

NASHVILLE, TN  During ARMA International's InfoCon trade show and conference, Nate Hughes, Executive Director for ARMA announced that starting in 202.

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Twickenham Achieves Green Meetings Accreditation

Prestige Events Magazine

Twickenham Stadium has once again underlined its award-winning sustainability qualifications with the achievement this week of the Green Meetings Silver Award. The accreditation, recently joined by Twickenham, is part of the wider Green Tourism scheme which recognises businesses for excellence in sustainability. The award provides further endorsement for the stadium following recent initiatives including its circular kitchen , use of Klimato carbon labelling, commitment to local sourcing and int

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Smiley Booth

Event Industry News

Smiley Booth have been setting the standard for excellence in photo booth services for over 12 years with our unique brand providing an array of high end visual technology, flawless imagery and memorable entertaining experiences. Our clients include large corporations for which we deliver bespoke, sophisticated experiences and high-profile brand activations through to private and celebrity-held parties and wonderful weddings.

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Science Museum to host UK Atomic Energy Authority FUSION22 conference

Prestige Events Magazine

The Science Museum in South Kensington will host a new international conference on Tuesday 18 th October which will showcase the goals and vision of the global fusion community. The hybrid event, which is organised by UK Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) and The UK Fusion Cluster founding partners, will see attendees joining virtually or in-person where they can choose from a wide range of panel discussions and keynote speeches.

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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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Salt Lake City's Convention Center Hotel Officially Opens

Exhibitor Magazine

SALT LAKE CITY  Reflecting Salt Lake City's ascension as one of the fastest-growing urban hubs in the U.S., the 25-story Hyatt Regency Salt Lake Ci.

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ASHTON GATE DEVELOPMENT PLANS GET GREEN LIGHT

Prestige Events Magazine

Proposals to build a 3,626-seater Sports and Convention Centre next door to Ashton Gate Stadium along with 510 much-needed homes on the former landfill site known as Longmoor were approved last Wednesday at Bristol City’s Planning Committee. Reacting to the council’s decision to pass both planning applications, Martin Griffiths, Chairman of Ashton Gate Stadium said: “After four years of consultation and engagement it was great to see the support for these proposals.

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Christie Adds CounterAct UR10 to Line of Commercial UVC Disinfection Light Fixtures for Occupied Indoor Spaces

Exhibitor Magazine

CYPRESS, Calif  As we continue to see relaxed COVID-19 restrictions  leaving the onus of safety in the hands of business operators, owners and fac.

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Green & Fortune sees US business upturn 

Prestige Events Magazine

London is set to be a firm favourite for US event planners as IMEX America closes, according to Green & Fortune.?. The boutique hospitality company, boasting some of the capital’s crown jewel event spaces including Kings Place, Sea Containers Events and Rose Court Events, is gearing up for an upturn in US events as the dollar exchange rate strengthens against the pound.

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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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ECEF 2023 Set for May 31 at Grand Hyatt in Washington D.C.

Exhibitor Magazine

ARLINGTON, VA - Once again executives at independent and association organizers will convene on the Wednesday after Memorial Day for the Exhibition an.

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Pitch the Perfect Tent

Special Events

How putting intention into tent design can elevate any event

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Tracking Staff with the Staffing Report

Caterease

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