Is Your Event Really Ready for Crisis?
EventMB
JUNE 25, 2025
Skift Take: A checklist alone isn’t a crisis plan. True event security demands a collaborative, evolving process that plans for every what-if.
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Expo 2025 Osaka, Part Three: More Experience Design Ideas from the Pavilions
Event Marketer
JUNE 21, 2025
Just as it’s impossible to see everything at Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan in one day, it’s hard to highlight outstanding experiential and engagement design in one story (see our Part One report on the pavilions). The World Expo runs through October, if you decide to hop on a flight, but in the meantime, here’s some more inspiration from Osaka. China One of the largest pavilions at the Expo, the China pavilion feels monumental in everything from architecture to sprawling design elements, but i
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Nine in ten event professionals say work-life balance expectations are impacting industry retention
Prestige Events Magazine
JUNE 25, 2025
Professionals from across the business meetings and events sector have reported work-life balance expectations are the leading factor impacting staff retention, according to the latest survey by the Meetings Industry Association (MIA). The research, conducted this June, focussed on one of the industry’s most urgent priorities: its people. It revealed that over half of respondents (53%) have witnessed an increase in burnout, stress or wellbeing-related issues in the past year, with high workloads
Incorporating Sports into Meetings: A Game-Changer for Event Planners
Smart Meetings
JUNE 25, 2025
With the excitement surrounding major sporting events, many groups are looking for ways to bring the energy of the game into their meetings and conferences. Sports-themed activities introduce a refreshing element that enhances engagement, fosters camaraderie, and boosts overall well-being. Whether through competitive play, team-building exercises or immersive fan experiences, integrating sports into meetings is a winning strategy for planners looking to create a dynamic and memorable event.
Engage Better, Gift Smarter, Win Big: Events That Deliver ROI
Speaker: Hanan Polinovski, Events Manager and David Brown, Sr. Marketing & Events Lead
Are your events living up to expectations? Are you getting quality leads from your sponsorships? Have you ever wondered if that branded notebook actually makes an impact? Get ready to transform your event strategy! Join event marketing pros Hanan Polinovski from Printfection and David Brown from Bonusly for a fast-paced webinar about turning your event efforts into serious ROI.
An Oh-So-Sweet Wedding at The Henley Room
EventSource
JUNE 24, 2025
Couple: Jacob and Michael | Venue: The Henley Room Jacob and Michael’s wedding was nothing short of spectacular – a day full of love, laughter, and pride. They tied the knot at The Henley Room , the perfect spot for these two water and rowing enthusiasts, with Avenue Photo capturing all the wonderful memories. Having met at Ryerson (now TMU ), their relationship has been all about sharing life’s passions and making unforgettable memories together.
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Venues of Excellence and Brightelm Join Forces to Make Association Event Planning Effortless
Prestige Events Magazine
JUNE 25, 2025
Venues of Excellence , the UK’s leading collection of high-quality independent venues, has announced a strategic new partnership with association event specialists Brightelm — combining expert venue sourcing with end-to-end event delivery to make life simpler for association planners. At the heart of the partnership is VX Find — Venues of Excellence’s brand-new venue finding service , designed to help Associations discover exceptional venues with the effort or stress.
Proactive Planning in Uncertain Times
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JUNE 26, 2025
It’s really hard to provide advice for navigating changes that could significantly impact your next meeting’s performance. Trade shows and gatherings with a significant deal-making benefit could end up just fine. It’s the scientific, academic, and research meetings and those with a large international attendance that potentially face the strongest headwinds.
Cool Event Ideas From June 2025
BizBash
JUNE 24, 2025
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FIFA Club World Cup 2025: Fans Kick it at Michelob Ultra’s Soccer Activation and Beer Garden
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JUNE 27, 2025
As the Official Beer Sponsor of the FIFA Club World Cup 2025, Michelob Ultra is hitting matches around the country throughout the tournament’s run, June 14 to July 13, to bring soccer fans in-stadium and on-premise activations, including beer gardens popping up at the 12 host stadiums. We had the opportunity to explore the Michelob Ultra activation at Thursday’s Juventus vs.
Prospect, Personalize, Profit: The New Way Sales & Marketing Teams Are Aligning with AI
Speaker: Kevin Burke, Founder & Managing Director at Digital One and AI & Automation Consultant
AI and automation are currently transforming the way sales and marketing teams operate. Generative AI crafts personalized outreach at scale, while conversational AI bots are engaging prospects in real time. Robotic process automation streamlines manual workflows by triggering tasks the moment a prospect takes a key action, and advanced AI analytics surface hidden patterns in the pipeline, improve forecasting, and help teams make data-driven decisions with confidence.
Broadwick Partners with Troxy to usher in a new era for one of London’s most iconic music venues
Prestige Events Magazine
JUNE 24, 2025
Broadwick Group is proud to announce a landmark partnership with Troxy, the iconic East London venue celebrated for its rich history, unique Art Deco architecture, and its legacy as one of the capital’s great independent music spaces. This new chapter will see Broadwick and its group of companies come together to build on Troxy’s existing legacy, while shaping its future.
New and Renovated: New Beginnings and Timeless Comforts
Smart Meetings
JUNE 23, 2025
From vibrant city escapes to serene coastal retreats, these revamped properties offer fresh design, upgraded amenities and versatile event spaces tailored for today’s travelers The hospitality world is welcoming a fresh batch of newly renovated and rebranded hotels, each offering something special for business travelers and leisure guests alike. From cozy boutique charm to expansive event spaces, these properties are ready to host your next meeting or getaway with style and ease.
A Wedding Open House at Miller Lash House
EventSource
JUNE 24, 2025
On a particularly warm and sunny afternoon, the historic Miller Lash House opened its doors to engaged couples and wedding industry professionals alike for a beautifully curated open house. Nestled on 350 acres of forest on the University of Toronto Scarborough campus, this charming heritage estate gave guests a true sense of the magic it offers for weddings and milestone celebrations.
The Brief: Portal-Potties and Scrub Clubs
Event Marketer
JUNE 23, 2025
FIVE THINGS TO KNOW THIS WEEK This week’s hot takes on hot topics in experiential marketing cover Portal-Potties, National Rosé Day and Scrub Clubs. ROSÉ DAY LOS ANGELES IS AGING LIKE A FINE WINE Back for a fifth, pink-infused year, Rosé Day Los Angeles took over the King Gillette Ranch in Calabasas on June 14 for National Rosé Day, attracting 4,000 attendees and a host of sponsors for high-end drinks and cuisine, music, wellness, art and general summer hijinks.
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beam members giving back with golden tickets
Prestige Events Magazine
JUNE 27, 2025
beam members and industry guests will be invited to support the association’s new charity partner, Rainbow Trust Children’s Charity, at the beam Annual Forum on 3rd–4th July 2025 in a most delicious way – Golden Tickets hidden in chocolate bar wrappers. In honour of the Rainbow Trust’s beneficiaries – seriously ill children and their families – beam’s childhood twist on a traditional raffle gives Forum guests the chance to win prizes by purchasing chocolate bars that may reveal one of seve
MPI WEC Rallied in St. Louis with Diverse Stage
Smart Meetings
JUNE 22, 2025
Meeting Professionals International (MPI)’s World Education Congress (WEC) was a long time coming to Gateway City. Organizers overcame construction delays, a tragic tornado a month before doors opened and a chaotic international events scene to bring 1,900 people (with another 300 accessing online) to the expanded America’s Center Convention Complex last week.
See How Minecraft Was Transformed Into a IRL Video Game
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JUNE 25, 2025
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2025 It List Showcase: Agency Profiles, Q&As and Case Studies of Excellence
Event Marketer
JUNE 26, 2025
Get a little closer with a selection of the It Listers with this annual showcase of some of the best experiential agencies and the MVPs driving them. Get their thoughts on the industry. See case studies of their work. And discover how they’re disrupting the landscape and racking up client wins amid an increasingly changing landscape. Your tour begins now.
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Legends ASM Global showcases UK venue excellence and growing portfolio at The Meetings Show 2025
Prestige Events Magazine
JUNE 24, 2025
Legends ASM Global, the world’s leading venue management and event strategy company, will return to The Meetings Show 2025 with a strong presence that reflects its expanding and diverse UK portfolio, alongside a growing European footprint. New to the stand this year is Valliant Live in Derby, now operated by Legends ASM Global. Opened in early 2025, the £45 million venue has already proven a success with the local market.
Bezos-Sánchez Wedding: A Case-Study in Complex Event Planning
EventMB
JUNE 27, 2025
Skift Take: While media coverage centered on A-list guests and spectacle in Venice, planners focused on how shifting event venues, layered security, and logistical complexity were managed under pressure.
How RenderATL Is Redefining the Concept of Tech Conferences
BizBash
JUNE 23, 2025
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2025 It List: Inside ASTOUND Group
Event Marketer
JUNE 26, 2025
Mark Scattolon, VP Strategy & Creative Feel Something: Why Emotional Experiences Are The New Brand Standard At ASTOUND, we don’t just create brand moments. We engineer emotional experiences. Experiences that don’t just check a box or earn a glance, but move people. Shift perception and spark action. Because here’s the truth: people don’t make decisions based on logic.
Making the Moment: The Art of Creating Events That Drive Results
Speaker: Aja Bradley Kemp, Founder & Chief Experience Officer at Conversate Collective
In a world where every brand is vying for attention, how do you make your events stand out? ✨ From creative swag strategies to immersive brand experiences, the key lies in fostering real connections that inspire action and leave a lasting impression. Whether you're planning a large-scale conference or an exclusive executive gathering, this session will explore how to elevate event engagement, strengthen brand perception, and maximize ROI.
The Power of Events Launches London Hub for Schools Engagement Programme
Prestige Events Magazine
JUNE 23, 2025
The Power of Events, the not for profit organisation launched in 2023 to provide better understanding, respect and value for the UK Events Industry, is thrilled to announce the expansion of its UK Schools Engagement Programme with the launch of the London Hub , its largest region. This unique initiative will connect thousands of young people with the dynamic world of events, providing insights, inspiration, and career pathways into the industry.
Keep an Eye on Downtown Atlanta: It’s Transforming
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JUNE 25, 2025
Atlanta’s Centennial Yards and South Downtown will blend walkability, culture and entertainment into a revitalized core. Downtown Atlanta is undergoing a transformation that will present a reimagined experience for meeting planners and business travelers. Two ambitious redevelopment projects— Centennial Yards and South Downtown —are converting long-overlooked pockets of real estate into walkable, event-friendly destinations that put authentic Atlanta front and center.
The Future of Meetings Is in Cincy
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JUNE 26, 2025
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Get Ready! October is Experiential Marketing Month
Event Marketer
JUNE 26, 2025
31 days of live and digital experiences designed to help optimize your events There’s never been a better time to be a part of an industry that brings people together and creates live experiences. Which is why Event Marketer is partnering with some of the world’s most iconic experiential brands to declare this October as Experiential Marketing Month.
Relevance, Reach, Return: How to Turn Marketing Trends From Hype to High-Impact
Speaker: Alexa Acosta, Director of Growth Marketing & B2B Marketing Leader
Marketing is evolving at breakneck speed—new tools, AI-driven automation, and changing buyer behaviors are rewriting the playbook. With so many trends competing for attention, how do you cut through the noise and focus on what truly moves the needle? In this webinar, industry expert Alexa Acosta will break down the most impactful marketing trends shaping the industry today and how to turn them into real, revenue-generating strategies.
A new era dawns for Venues of Excellence as it sets a bold path for the future of independent venues
Prestige Events Magazine
JUNE 24, 2025
Venues of Excellence (VOE) , the UK’s leading consortium for independent conference and event venues, is entering an exciting new chapter. Over the past 12 months, the organisation has experienced exceptional growth, welcoming high-calibre new members, expanding its services, and reinforcing its position as the voice of quality and innovation in the UK MICE sector.
Planner Left Stranded After Hotel Changes Hands
EventMB
JUNE 27, 2025
Skift Take: No rooming lists, diagrams, or BEOs — and no responses to her calls or emails — left this planner on edge as her hotel went through a change of ownership just weeks before her meeting.
New Venues in Chicago for Summer 2025 Meetings and Events
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JUNE 26, 2025
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