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Why Event Planner Jobs Are Climate Jobs

PCMA Convene

Beth Surmont, CMP-Fellow, FASAE, CAE No matter where we work, said Jamie Alexander, every job is a climate job. Since global warming has such widespread consequences, Alexander, the founder of Project Drawdown , a science-based nonprofit for climate action, is convinced that everyone has a role to play in driving change. While weve made progress as an industry toward more sustainable event practices, how can planners assume a climate-focused role to help move the needle further?

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Crafting Compelling Emails to Engage Your Audience Pre-Event

Eventmobi

Cat Davidson is the Director of Customer Experience at EventMobi, bringing over a decade of hands-on expertise in event technology and planner success. Having worked directly with thousands of event professionals since 2014, Cat has an intimate understanding of the day-to-day challenges event planners face when implementing new technologies to achieve their event goals.

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Companies Take a Stand Against Ageism 

EventMB

Skift Take: As Boomers leave the workforce in record numbers, more companies are promoting the benefits of retaining mature employees. But are they walking the talk?

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How to plug holes in your event sales pipeline

Planning Pod

In the competitive world of events, a robust sales process is more than just a series of steps – it’s the lifeblood of your business. It’s how you identify, qualify, and convert potential clients into paying customers that boost your bottom line. But even the most carefully crafted, well-intentioned sales processes can have unexpected leaks, leading to dropped leads and missed opportunities.

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Elevate Your Event Experience to the Next Level

In order to create a successful event, you must: Optimize Event Website and Registration Process Utilize Social Media Platforms Effectively Implement Targeted Email Campaigns Harness the Power of Video Content Benefit from a Mobile App Download now and learn how to simplify this process with Eventpedia.

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CES 2025: Booth Designs and Insights from Day One in Las Vegas

Event Marketer

From repurposed booth elements, to total departures from the prior year, to noteworthy collabs, and provocative materials, the exhibit and experiential landscape at CES in Las Vegas this week is serving up mainstay vibes and a few surprises. AI is the hot topic again this year, with brands showcasing what place it holds is in their ecosystems and that of their customers, as CES invites attendees to Connect.

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Event Planners Unite to Support Peers Affected by California Fires

EventMB

Skift Take: The California fires have caused unprecedented destruction. While emergency services battle the blazes, event planners are stepping in to help.

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The Live Events Industry Needs Your Voice: Support a NAICS Code Revision

Smart Meetings

The live events industry has faced monumental challenges over the past few years, but one critical issue has persisted for decades: the absence of a dedicated designation for our industry within the federal NAICS (North American Industry Classification System) code. This lack of representation has long hindered our ability to quantify our impact, advocate effectively, and access federal support.

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The Mocktail Movement Goes Mainstream

Event Marketer

What better time than Dry January, when many consumers try their hand at abstaining from alcoholic drinks, to talk about a trend that started gaining momentum a few years ago but will become an absolute must-have at events in the year ahead. Offering mocktails (non-alcoholic cocktails) to event-goers isnt a new concept, but a growing interest in enjoying drinks without drinking has given rise to a booming artisanal mocktail industry that is expected to grow to $30 billion in 2025, according to G

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Introducing Event Production Network…

Prestige Events Magazine

Event Production Network (EPN), an exclusive networking club open solely to event production companies, has launched. The private network encourages event production companies to meet in person and to talk openly and respectfully to assist in creating better industry standards. The first EPN meeting was held at Event Buyers Live in November and was attended by nine event production companies We Group, Proud Events, The Zoo, Slammin Events, Heartwood Events, Eye of the Storm Events, Go For, We O

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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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New Orleans Rallies to Postpone Sugar Bowl and Heightens Security for Super Bowl

EventMB

Skift Take: Postponing a major event like the Allstate Sugar Bowl, with over 68,000 tickets sold, is a logistical challenge. Following the New Orleans terrorist attack, the city had no choice and now looks ahead to the Super Bowl.

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Samantha and Christopher’s Luxurious Wedding at Chateau Le Parc

EventSource

Love, laughter, and joy perfectly describe Samantha and Christophers stunning winter wedding at the luxurious Chateau Le Parc. This breathtaking venue set the stage for their dream celebration, combining timeless sophistication with romantic charm. With the creative touch of Anna Lacivita Designs , every detail reflected the couples love story, while the stunning gallery captured by Mango Studios immortalized their magical day in the most beautiful way.

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CES 2025: Inside the Delta Keynote Experience at Sphere in Las Vegas

Event Marketer

Following in the footsteps of HPE Discover , Delta became the second brand to ever leverage Sphere for a keynote experience as part of the CES 2025 lineup in Las Vegas on Jan. 7. The much-anticipated live-streamed event was open to some 18,000 trade show attendees and Delta employees, and featured Ed Bastian, Delta ceo, as well as a cast of partners and employees, all helping to explore the apex of customer service and innovation in aviation.

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30 Euston Square makes a difference with new charity initiatives

Prestige Events Magazine

The events team at award-winning venue 30 Euston Square have launched two new charity initiatives as part of their ongoing commitment to supporting the local community. The venue has partnered with Shelter, the housing and homelessness charity, and installed a clothing donation box onsite. Organisers and delegates attending events at the venue are being encouraged to bring clothing to donate, ensuring support reaches those who need it most. 30 Euston Square is also continuing its relationship wi

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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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8 Ways to Protect Attendees From Norovirus This Winter

EventMB

Skift Take: As CES 2025 is underway in Las Vegas, some Chinese exhibitors encountered hurdles with U.S. visa denials, highlighting broader geopolitical tensions.

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CES 2025: Engaging Activations

Smart Meetings

When youre an innovative company, how do you stand out among other equally innovative companies? Walking the exhibit halls of Las Vegas Convention Center during CES 2025, held Jan. 7-10, might give meeting professionals a few ideas about how to create engaging activations that have lasting effects. On the lookout for booths where attendees congregated most, they seemed to have two things going for them: attendee involvement and products in action.

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CES 2025: Newcomers, Block Parties and Heroes on the Show Floor

Event Marketer

First-time CES exhibitor Scout Motors made its announcements under the theme, The right balance of touch, tech and connection brings people together. Its a message were seeing play out universally at the show this year in Las Vegas, where technology innovations are often touchless and seamless, inspiring marketers to think beyond talking specs and delivering on spectacular.

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Identity delivers record-breaking creative spectacle for London’s New Year’s Eve fireworks

Prestige Events Magazine

Identity, the creative agency behind the Mayor of Londons New Years Eve celebrations, has delivered its most ambitious and visually stunning show to date. With around 100,000 attendees on-site and millions watching across the globe, the display combined cutting-edge fireworks, lighting, music, and world-first holographic technology to welcome 2025 with style.

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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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Portland’s Destination Appeal Beyond the Meeting Room

EventMB

Skift Take: Meeting planners are often challenged to provide exceptional experiences on limited budgets. A city with ample leisure appeal, such as Portland, Oregon, can give people a compelling reason to attend. Add in sector-specific field trips and strong EDI credentials, and this Silicon Forest is a meeting destination on the rise.

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Flints and Steeldeck Rentals partnership expands to Manchester with new shop opening

Event Industry News

Flint Hire and Supply, affectionately known in the industry as Flints, is a leading supplier of specialist materials and hardware for the theatre, broadcasting, and events industries. Flints is excited to announce the next phase of its partnership with Steeldeck Rentals with the launch of a new shop at Steeldeck Rentals Manchester depot.

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Q&A: 10 Minutes with Amelia Hay of AARP Innovation Labs on the Floor at CES 2025

Event Marketer

Amelia Hay, VP-Startup Programming & Investments, AARP AARP has returned to CES to spotlight the explosive trends in AgeTech and showcase the latest innovations, including the startups and companies in its AgeTech Collaborative from AARP, an ecosystem of investors and other stakeholders working to bring groundbreaking AgeTech to market. The sprawling dual exhibit featured emerging technologies from 24 startups on one side and thought leadership programming on the other.

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BAM Karaoke hosts belated Christmas Parties

Prestige Events Magazine

BAM Karaoke Box in London is the ultimate destination for belated Christmas parties and January team gatherings that are unforgettable, exciting, and packed with personality. This isnt just a karaoke nightits an experience designed to create memories that will have your team buzzing well into the new year. With 22 stylishly designed private karaoke rooms, each boasting state-of-the-art sound systems and customisable playlists, BAM sets the stage for laughter, connection, and those all-out power

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Dominate Your Local Market With These 4 Reputation Management Strategies

Speaker: Adam Dorfman, Lindsay Harrison, and Erin O'Brien

Did you know that 4 out of 5 consumers use local search and 88% use smartphones for those searches? With that in mind, I think it's safe to say your online presence is the silver bullet of your business. Think about the revenue you could be missing by not prioritizing local search optimization. Fortunately, there are a handful of steps you can take right now that will immediately impact your business's pace in local search, and we're happy to share them.

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From Vendor to Partner: One Company’s Guide to Working With Saudi Tourism

EventMB

Skift Take: As Saudi Arabia rapidly expands its meetings industry, Western companies are learning that success requires more than just signing contracts it demands a thoughtful and culturally aware approach to business relationships.

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Reimagining Buffets for Modern Catering Success

Caterease

For decades, buffets have been a favorite choice for events of all sizes. Their appeal lies in offering variety, convenience, and efficiency. Yet, with shifting health standards, changing customer expectations, and evolving event trends, the traditional buffet setup is due for a reinvention. How can catering professionals modernize buffets to meet todays demands and ensure they remain a compelling option?

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As a TikTok Ban Looms, A Look at Five Brands That Found Success with the Social Media App

Event Marketer

(Photo credit: @nyc_ferry/TikTok) TikTok is set to go dark on Jan. 19 if the law that bans the social media app in the U.S. is upheld by the Supreme Court. Today, the nine justices are hearing arguments from lawyers representing TikTok, content creators and the government, and a decision is expected to come in the next few days. Back in April, Congress passed the law with bipartisan support and gave TikTok nine months to cut ties with its Chinese parent company ByteDance or lose access to app st

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Blenheim Palace champions sustainability for the conscious traveller in 2025

Prestige Events Magazine

Blenheim Palace is setting a benchmark for sustainable tourism and conservation, becoming a destination of choice for the conscious traveller. Through its many initiatives, Britains Greatest Palace, is preserving its rich heritage whilst taking steps to ensure a sustainable future for the Estate. With the themes of conservation, preservation, and restoration, Blenheim Palace has implemented various practices across the wider Estate, including reducing waste, promoting renewable energy, and foste

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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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How the L.A. Wildfires Are Impacting Meetings

EventMB

Skift Take: Devastating wildfires in parts of Los Angeles forced the closure of tourist attractions and meeting venues. Multiple events have been postponed, and one convention center has been converted into an evacuation center.

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Versatile announces new partnership with Juice Immersive taking immersive experiences with purpose to innovative new places

Event Industry News

Versatile and Juice Immersive, two leading innovators in the Experiential and Immersive Technologies, are thrilled to announce a new strategic partnership which will bring together cutting-edge technologies, immersive content experiences, and industry-leading innovative structures to drive experiential events into the future.

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29 Questions at the Panasonic CES 2025 Experience

Event Marketer

Ever wonder what the head of marketing and communications for Panasonic North America and a Czarnowski vp of accounts have to say about CES, experiential marketing, and emojis? We found out through 29 rapid-fire questions asked during a walkabout of the brand’s booth at CES 2025. The result? A behind-the-scenes look thats part insight, part hilarity, part valiant attempt at not smashing into any conference-goers, and 100 percent worth the watch.

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