Event Industry News

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

The deals see several high-profile events signing up with Event Genius for exclusive ticketing and travel services, marketing, and access control.

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Event Industry News

OCTOBER 2, 2019

Tarsus Egypt will create a new B2B events platform for local and international customers to build valuable partnerships in the dynamic Egyptian and North African markets. Zuchex Cairo will be the first event of its kind in the region. Brand Events. Event Tech. Sporting Events. Areas of interest. Conferences.

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Socio Events

SEPTEMBER 15, 2020

INDIANAPOLIS, September 15, 2020 — Today, Socio announced the EventHack Hybrid Games , a 10-week hackathon that brings together 72 industry leaders, marketers, and journalists to square off and compete for the ultimate hybrid-crossover solution. McCarthy will co-host the series with Will Curran of Endless Events.

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Socio Events

SEPTEMBER 19, 2019

The event software company raised a $6M Series A funding round this past summer in part to rapidly hire at its North American headquarters in Indianapolis and EMEA office in Istanbul. The awards arrive at an ideal time for Socio, too.

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Socio Events

MAY 5, 2021

Last March, most people thought that Socio, an event tech company focused on in-person events, would never make it through, but the Socio team didn’t let that happen. We are building the hybrid event platform of the future as we speak,” Sakucoglu said. We pivoted fast, made some tough decisions, and took big swings forward.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 12, 2022

Downtown’s The Langham, Boston has expanded its meeting and event spaces with the addition of the Wilson Ballroom and Promenade to the historic property. With 312 recently renovated guest rooms, the new spaces allow The Langham to accommodate up to 575 more event guests. for meetings and events. The Langham, Boston.

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The Planner's Lounge

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

We feature wedding and event planners from around the world with many different levels of experience. We are excited to feature Ireland wedding and event planner Michelle McDermott today! Years Working in the Event Industry: 25+. Years Owning Your Event Planning Business: 20 years. Welcome to our “Day in the Life” series!

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 27, 2022

One of the chief storytellers at the booth was newly promoted Kelly Gleeson Smith, who took on the role of vice president of sales, meetings and events in early October. Gleeson Smith has been on a “listening tour” with clients and 120 members of the global meetings and events sales team. Kelly Gleeson Smith.

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Socio Events

JUNE 24, 2020

Latest product launch removes the boundaries of a traditional event, boosting engagement and revenue opportunities. INDIANAPOLIS, (June 18, 2020) Socio, a leading event technology platform for hybrid, virtual, and live events, today released a new community platform.

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Socio Events

SEPTEMBER 19, 2019

The event software company raised a $6M Series A funding round this past summer in part to rapidly hire at its North American headquarters in Indianapolis and EMEA office in Istanbul. The awards arrive at an ideal time for Socio, too.

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Socio Events

JULY 30, 2019

July 30, 2019) – Socio , the leading event management platform for organizations to optimize their live events, today announced a completed raise of $6M in Series A funding. First, it will help Socio rapidly grow its teams at the company’s North American headquarters in Indianapolis and EMEA office in Istanbul.

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Event Industry News

NOVEMBER 6, 2018

With the Event Technology Awards only a few days away take a look at some of the companies vying to win one of the highest regarded awards in the events industry. Tech-savvy Crewsaders shortlisted for Event Technology Awards. Crewsaders has developed its own in-house mobile-first web-based event management system (EMS).

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Socio Events

JULY 30, 2019

July 30, 2019) – Socio , the leading event management platform for organizations to optimize their live events, today announced a completed raise of $6M in Series A funding. First, it will help Socio rapidly grow its teams at the company’s North American headquarters in Indianapolis and EMEA office in Istanbul.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

Hall is currently president and CEO of Little Rock Convention & Visitors Bureau, where she’s worked since 2001, when she joined the travel bureau as assistant director of event operations and event coordinator. Williams has been in catering, convention services and sales and marketing for 20 years. Dana Porter Higgins.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

Hall is currently president and CEO of Little Rock Convention & Visitors Bureau, where she’s worked since 2001, when she joined the travel bureau as assistant director of event operations and event coordinator. Williams has been in catering, convention services and sales and marketing for 20 years. Dana Porter Higgins.

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Event Industry News

JANUARY 25, 2019

Agency Spotlight, the latest addition to the Event Industry News site, profiles the top of the pyramid, the design and creativity behind brand activations, experiences, exhibition USPs and the greater live event model. Annual Events: 51-100. At their core, they believe that an event is a story; live, in-person and in real time.

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All Seated

OCTOBER 28, 2021

Learn what’s next for event design with event industry change agents. This season focuses on helping event planners prepare for hybrid events. In this podcast summary, we’re visiting with change agent, Tim Simpson, Brand & Engagement Chief Strategist – Maritz Global Events. Simpson: Istanbul.

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Event Marketer

JUNE 23, 2022

And with the 10th anniversary of League of Legends in 2019, Riot Games announced it would expand the IP into a new market—entertainment—by working with Fortiche Production to combine the rich lore of League with a new animated Netflix series, “Arcane.” extravaganza complete with a red-carpet event ahead of the premiere viewing experience.

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SmartMeetings

DECEMBER 8, 2017

We looked into what makes these the most Instagrammed cities, locations, hotels and museums, and have described why planners might want to hold their next event ( and take their next #selfie ) in these can’t-miss places. Many of the city’s bars, clubs and restaurants also can be used as event spaces. Top 10 Most Instagrammed Cities.

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Event Marketer

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

“Coffee is hot right now,” says Tracy Stuckrath, a food & beverage expert and founder of Thrive Meetings and Events. From the Coffee Bar Archives: Wake Up and Smell Eight Strategies for ‘Coffee Experiential’ 2024 Food & Beverage Trends to Inspire Your Event Menus How to incorporate it into your exhibit?

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The Castle Group

APRIL 10, 2023

The World’s Local Public Relations Agency Public Relations Global Network (PRGN) is the world’s local public relations agency—a network of more than 50 independently-owned public relations firms servicing key markets worldwide. Check out PRGN at the network’s website or visit member firms directly.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

The banner New York City anniversary event was a record attendance for the organization and the content reflected the golden anniversary moment and the pivotal time for the industry as it faces the challenges of sustainability, economic uncertainty and changing demographics. million was invested in 105 projects, touching 16,000 people.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 6, 2023

During her 25 years in hospitality, Birch has worked in hotel operations, revenue optimization and customer relationship marketing. St-Yves is sales manager for Quebec City Convention Centre , focusing on the American and international markets. The Bodrum Edition in Turkey promoted Ozgen to director of communications and marketing.

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Socio Events

APRIL 15, 2020

Virtual event enhancements, community building functionality, and Orange Glove Service give organizers key tools as they pivot to virtual events. As COVID-19 reshapes the event industry, organizers have been forced to pivot all live events to virtual platforms, but many face challenges creating engaging digital experiences.

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Bizzabo

APRIL 19, 2019

Discover blockchain events and conferences happening throughout the world in 2019 and beyond. Includes Bitcoin events, Ethereum events, Altcoin events and more! Today there are a plethora of blockchain conferences, blockchain networking events and more happening around the world. Event Name. Event Name.

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PCMA Convene

JANUARY 3, 2017

Because the meeting and event professionals who are honored are rather young and already quite accomplished. This is our fourth class,” said PCMA President and CEO Deborah Sexton, “and with each one, we are struck by the passion and insights these individuals bring to the business-events community. This year’s group is no exception.

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PCMA Convene

NOVEMBER 30, 2016

For James Schultze, CMP, the realities of security at meetings and events in the post-9/11 era are encapsulated by a client he worked with on two events in the aftermath of the attacks. Marine Corps officer who has nearly 20 years of experience planning business events. “I You don’t make a good target for terrorists.

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PCMA Convene

NOVEMBER 30, 2016

For James Schultze, CMP, the realities of security at meetings and events in the post-9/11 era are encapsulated by a client he worked with on two events in the aftermath of the attacks. Marine Corps officer who has nearly 20 years of experience planning business events. “I You don’t make a good target for terrorists.

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