Smart Meetings

MAY 21, 2025

AI is becoming the ultimate planning assistant Whether planners are ready or not, artificial intelligence will significantly shape meetings and events. To stay ahead of the curve, planners need to understand how AI fits into their workflows and how to use it purposefully. Smart Meetings spoke with Chantal Sturk-Nadeau, vice president of Spark and PCMA Insights; Tim Hines, keynote speaker, business coach and chief marketing officer of Marketing Starter Group ; and Margaret Launzel-Pennes, chief v

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Prestige Events Magazine

MAY 21, 2025

NETWORKING4.0 looks at the cost of distraction at meetings and events Exclusive Collection has launched a new insight paper on navigating the impact of reduced attention spans at business events and conferences. The paper, NETWORKING4.0, is based on quantitative insights from clients and is co-authored by Peter Mandeno PhD, an expert in the science of human connection.

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Event Marketer

MAY 22, 2025

Slowly but steadily, the trade show and events industry is taking tangible steps towards a more sustainable future, and making it easier for brands to meet their sustainability goals, or just be more responsible exhibitors, because its the right thing to do. Suppliers are putting systems in place that are becoming industry standards. Environmentally friendly choices dont immediately mean higher prices.

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EventSource

MAY 22, 2025

Some weddings just have that magical energythe kind that makes everyone feel the love in the air. Erica and Jean Pauls big day at Copper Creek was exactly that. It was stylish yet effortless, emotional yet full of fun. From their touching vows to the unforgettable party that followed, every moment felt meaningful. Mango Studios captured each heartfelt glance and joyful laugh, while TVE Productions ensured theyd have a beautiful film to relive it all.

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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.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 22, 2025

Elevating experiences doesnt have to be a Herculean lift. Strategic use of emerging technology such as generative artificial intelligence for meeting planning and facial analysis can streamline tasks and drive creative advances. At Smart Meetings Innovation Experience in Atlantic City a destination of firsts , from the first computer conference to the first female African-American millionairetop meeting professionals met to explore what is possible in the future of events.

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Event Marketer

MAY 23, 2025

A trend rising among several dating apps of late is taking meetups offline by hosting in-person events for users to connect outside of the endless digital swirl of swipes, likes and chats that often go nowhere. So when Yuzu, Match Groups new dating and social app for the Asian community, launched in January 2024, Cindy Lim, Yuzus head of brand, jumped right into an event strategy to drive brand awareness and app downloads.

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Conferences that Work

MAY 19, 2025

In a May 8, 2025, post, the always insightful Dave Lutz shared some deeply troubling statistics on the current state of the meetings industry. I’ve emphasized a few of the more sobering takeaways and added a couple of links for context: “Pre-pandemic, top-performing annual meetings and trade shows that we analyzed yielded a gross profit of 5565 percent.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 21, 2025

The contest for Olympic gold in Los Angeles has already beguneven though the games dont start for three more years. In this case the gold could be in the paychecks of the citys airport and hotel workers. The outcome of the citys attempt to lift their wages and health-care benefits in the face of predictions of dire economic consequences by their employers may be known this week.

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Prestige Events Magazine

MAY 19, 2025

The Barbican, one of the worlds leading arts and conference centres, will highlight its role as host venue for the upcoming 34th World Design Congress as part of its attendance at IMEX Frankfurt. In additional to showcasing the venues wide ranging offering of conference, meeting and event spaces, the team will be working with the World Design Council to share insights into what it truly means to design a planet-positive event.

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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.

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Event Marketer

MAY 19, 2025

FIVE THINGS TO KNOW THIS WEEK This weeks hot takes on hot topics in experiential marketing cover Nostalgia Malls, Hound Lounges and Fizz Mobs. VITA COCO REVIVES Y2K-ERA SHOPPING WITH A NOSTALGIA MALL Where my Y2K girlies at? This ones for you and your plastic, confetti-filled blowup chairs (IYKYK). Hot off the launch of its nostalgic, creamsicle-inspired Orange & Crme flavor, Vita Coco Treats took consumers for a jaunt down memory lane… and straight into the mall.

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EventMB

MAY 21, 2025

Skift Take: These new hotels and resorts offer planners a variety of settings for both meetings and incentive trips, from a new W in So Paolo and Hyatt Regency in the heart of Panama City, to beachfront resorts in Cancun and Costa Mujeres, Mexico, and Punta Cacique in Costa Rica.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 23, 2025

Some 13,000 meetings and events profs gathered in Germany this week for IMEX Frankfurt. Many took the congress as an opportunity to release news and share updates. We captured the buzz here. The Largest IMEX Frankfurt Ever The 21st edition, as IMEX CEO Carina Bauer referred to the gathering, which took place May 20-22 at Messe Frankfurt, was the largest ever in terms of exhibitor floor space, generating over 67,000 pre-scheduled meetings across three days.

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Prestige Events Magazine

MAY 20, 2025

Allianz Stadium, Twickenham, the iconic Home of England Rugby, has unveiled The Overtime, a new summer incentive package tailored for corporate event planners looking to combine business with a memorable summer social. Perfectly timed for the warmer months, The Overtime offers a refreshing twist on the traditional day delegate rate. Delegates begin with an early afternoon meeting in one of the stadiums premium event spaces, before transitioning to a drinks reception and laid-back BBQ that extend

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Event Marketer

MAY 23, 2025

If you ask Disney Advertising, static Upfronts are in the rearview mirror where they belong. Over the last decade, the media presentations have evolved from glorified business meetings to all-encompassing brand immersions, and on May 13 at New Yorks Javits Center, the company did its part to raise the experiential bar. From the stage to the afterparty, Disney took media buyers on a magic carpet ride through its content portfolio with a blend of storytelling, tech-driven design and sweeping star

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EventSource

MAY 20, 2025

Omar and Janine threw the kind of wedding party that everyone dreams ofmodern, stylish, and filled with love and laughter. They couple focused on celebrating with their closest family and friends, making sure every moment was unforgettable. Fivefeetabove Productions captured all the best moments, from the big laughs to the sweetest glances. With Eros Events Co. handling the details, everything came together effortlessly.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 23, 2025

The trade show floor is buzzing. Attendees saunter from one activation to another, ice skating at one booth, building a Lego block persona at another. The temporary world in an expo hall represents hundreds of thousands of dollars of investment on the part of the organizer and the sponsors. But is it working? The same question can be asked of investments in big name general session keynotes and breakout sessions.

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Prestige Events Magazine

MAY 20, 2025

RXs World Travel Market London today announced that Chris Carter-Chapman has been named as the new Event Director of WTM London, the worlds most influential travel and tourism event. The annual WTM London event returns to Excel London on 4-6 November, 2025. Chris is an accomplished business leader, having worked in the media and events industries in a variety of sectors over the past 15 years.

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Event Marketer

MAY 19, 2025

We might thank Barbie for the shift from sad beige to unabashedly bold color play over the past two years. The practice has been seeping into every corner of the event landscape, most interestingly in business conference and trade show environments. This year, however, patterns and textures have joined the mix in what Pinterest and its 2025 Predicts report dubbed, More is more.

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BizBash

MAY 23, 2025

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Smart Meetings

MAY 23, 2025

Abel Barrera has been appointed Director of Sales and Marketing for La Bahia Hotel & Spa , a luxury resort opening in Santa Cruz in late summer 2025. A seasoned hospitality leader with more than 15 years of experience, Barrera most recently served at LUMA Hotel San Francisco and brings expertise in pre-openings, brand conversions and revenue growth to his new role at the highly anticipated beachfront property.

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Prestige Events Magazine

MAY 19, 2025

Ashridge House in Hertfordshire, an award-winning venue and home to one of the worlds most prestigious business schools, has significantly upgraded its amenities for residential corporate and private events. Following a phased two-year project, the venues full complement of 189 on-site accommodations including superior, executive and deluxe double or king rooms and a luxurious suite has been refurbished. 94 bedrooms have been completely renovated, and all other rooms refreshed with new paintwo

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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.

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EventMB

MAY 19, 2025

Skift Take: Germany's latest meetings industry report shows a trend toward fewer, but longer and larger business events, with attendance approaching pre-pandemic levels.

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BizBash

MAY 21, 2025

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Smart Meetings

MAY 20, 2025

Meeting experts share strategies for building crisis plans Risk is an unavoidable element in the world of meeting planningranging from speaker cancellations to weather, cybersecurity threats and civil unrest. In a recent survey conducted with Destinations International, only 39% of planners reported including safety in their requests for proposals (RFPs).

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Prestige Events Magazine

MAY 20, 2025

Introducing Downstairs at Sucre , Sohos new private dining and events space hidden beneath the fire dining Latin American restaurant, Sucre. A hideaway in the heart of Soho, discover an exciting space perfect for daytime launches, business lunches, intimate dinners and cocktail parties with capacity for 40 seated and 80 standing. Paying homage to the infectious energy of Central and South America and designed by Victoria Vogel with warm lighting, exposed brickwork, plush velvet seating and jewel

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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.

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EventMB

MAY 23, 2025

Skift Take: Wellness at meetings has evolved from a perk into an intentional business strategy, making them more productive for both the organizer and the attendees.

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BizBash

MAY 22, 2025

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Smart Meetings

MAY 21, 2025

We all recognize the impact that a great speaker can have in transforming an event from merely good to truly unforgettable. Last year, you helped us highlight individuals who inspire, energize, and connect us in profound ways. Its that time again to nominate our 3rd annual Smart Speakers: Best of the Stage Award. This year, weve introduced exciting new categories to showcase the diverse talents that have enriched our events.

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