Event Industry News

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Women’s Wear in Nevada (WWIN), the leading fashion event for order writing, is thrilled to welcome two dynamic industry insiders to its team as it embarks on a new chapter in a new venue. In groundbreaking news for the industry, WWIN and the Las Vegas Apparel jointly declared their co-location at The Expo at World […]

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JUNE 29, 2017

of meeting space, including 25,000-square-foot M Pavilion and Lux special event venues and 17,400-square-foot ballroom; six restaurants, including Anthony’s Prime Steak & Seafood. of event space; 45 breakout rooms; bowling center; Top Golf range; 2,700-seat theater; 11 restaurants and seven bars/ lounges, including a cigar loft.

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OCTOBER 13, 2016

The Nevada Senate has approved plans for a renovation and expansion to the Las Vegas Convention Center (LVCC), home to thousands of business events, including CES®, the world’s largest innovation event, which draws 165,000+ attendees to Las Vegas annually. In 2015, the city was named the No.

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Exhibitor Magazine

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA � Structure Exhibits, a nationwide exhibit and event company, welcomes Victoria 'VC' Conti as the National Account Director.

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APRIL 11, 2024

Its prime location on The Strip, coupled with these recent updates, positions Harrah’s as an ideal choice for event planners booking in Las Vegas. Nevada Ballroom which can be partitioned into six individual meeting rooms and is equipped with state-of-the-art audio-visual technology.

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MARCH 4, 2024

How to effectively bringing health and happenings together Everyone seems to be looking for health and wellness tips to improve event attendee experiences. This trend isn’t merely a random personal choice; it’s truly reshaping the very fabric of events and conventions.

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MeetingsNet

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

The Culinary Union Nevada and Bartenders Union Nevada, each part of the national Unite Here labor organization, have been without a contract for about 53,000 of their members working in Las Vegas hotels since June 1. Another big business event coming in: The 50,000-attendee Automotive Aftermarket Expo from October 31 to November 2.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 1, 2024

Its 399 suites feature views of Lake Tahoe or the Sierra Nevada mountains. of event space, including an indoor heated pool that has sliding doors to a patio. The property features W XYZ Bar & Lounge, which sits next to the renovated lobby; Re:fuel, a 24-hour market; and six event rooms.

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Exhibitor Magazine

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

LAS VEGAS, Nevada � Steelhead Productions, a premier event, exhibit, and marketing services provider, is pleased to announce the addition of John Gio.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 30, 2024

Read More : Formula 1 Las Vegas Sees a Successful Inaugural Event We work closely with Clark County, the State of Nevada and other local jurisdictions and agencies to ensure we provide a seamless and unforgettable Super Bowl LVIII in Las Vegas. SM: How does it feel to be leading such a huge first-time event in Las Vegas?

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Special Events

FEBRUARY 15, 2021

Entertainment Plus Productions teamed up with Experience Strategy Associates to deliver pop-up COVID-friendly events throughout Nevada

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SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

A near unanimous number of members from the Culinary Workers Union Local 226, the largest labor union in Nevada, and the Bartenders Union Local 165 have voted to authorize a strike on the Las Vegas Strip, following tens of thousands of hospitality workers casting their votes at Thomas and Mack Center on the University of Nevada’s campus.

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APRIL 6, 2021

However, convention centers, arenas, and other facilities hosting events larger than 5,000 people will require attendees to show a recent negative Covid-test result or proof of vaccination. ECA noted that in California, business events support about 290,000 jobs. billion in direct spending and $130 million in state and local taxes.

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DECEMBER 9, 2022

Yesterday, the Nevada Gaming Control Board unanimously recommended to the Nevada Gaming Commission that it approve Hard Rock International’s licensure and acquisition of The Mirage Hotel & Casino.”. Sustainability: IATA Teams with Travalyst, Radisson Joins GSTC.

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Exhibitor Magazine

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

The four-day event, which took place in Las Vegas, Nevada, from Sept. ALEXANDRIA, VA  Vision Expo West 2022 concluded on Saturday, September 17.

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Bizzabo

FEBRUARY 7, 2020

We encourage every event planner to mark their calendars for the following 35 events and conferences in 2020. We know how hard it can be to find great events to attend, so we’ve made it easier for you. Attending these conferences will allow you to learn more about the events industry and meet other event professionals.

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MARCH 30, 2023

Its chapters are holding individual in-person events, as well. PCMA Southeast partnered with MPI’s Carolinas Chapter to hold an event at Bank of American Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina. CIS of Nevada is a national program that works with organizations across the U.S. PCMA PCMA chapter events across the U.S.

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Skift

DECEMBER 4, 2019

The trade show floor at IMEX America 2017, held in Las Vegas, Nevada. Toerisme Vlaanderen / Flickr Skift Take: Cameras don't always have to make people uncomfortable, especially if they're not being used for facial recognition. Isaac Carey Read the Complete Story On Skift.

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Exhibitor Magazine

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

The four-day event, which took place in Las Vegas, Nevada, from Sept. ALEXANDRIA, VA  Vision Expo West 2021 concluded on Saturday, September 25.

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PCMA Convene

JANUARY 9, 2022

Spread the Word Nevada, a nonprofit dedicated to advancing childhood literacy, brought nearly 10,000 children’s books to Caesar’s Forum in four big boxes for volunteers to sort and prep. Mempin shared how the books provided by the program helped her “escape” the challenges she experienced as a young child new to Nevada.

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Exhibitor Magazine

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

Exhibitor Media Group, the award-winning leader in trade show and corporate event marketing education, today announced that it is once again partnerin.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 3, 2021

He’s also worked as regional vice president of sales for Hyatt Hotels, as well as Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa, Grand Hyatt Denver, Hyatt Regency Orlando and Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe in Incline Village, Nevada. Before joining Innisbrook, Riggio was resort sales director for Disney Meetings & Events in Florida. Mary Rogers.

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AUGUST 12, 2022

Known around the globe as the “Biggest Little City in the World,” Reno, Nevada, offers a high-end experience with unlimited potential that can elevate meetings to new heights. In addition, events cost 10-20% less than events hosted at other destinations, according to Don Goodman, executive director of sales with Caesars Entertainment.

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PCMA Convene

MARCH 22, 2021

Do capacity limits for indoor meetings include event staff? A handful of event professionals recently shared their knowledge on PCMA’s Catalyst forum. Samantha McKenney , associate director of conferences and events for the Cato Institute, wrote on the PCMA Catalyst forum. “If Here’s a sampling from a recent Catalyst discussion.

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MeetingsNet

MAY 26, 2023

A trip that will take just over two hours brings new possibilities for increasing meeting attendance in both cities—and for offering more pre- and post-event opportunities. government, while a group of legislators from California and Nevada wrote a letter to the U.S. billion loan from the U.S. It will be a remarkable showcase.”

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FEBRUARY 9, 2024

He will lead the organization’s sales initiatives through events, lead generation and customer engagement and work to increase hotel bookings across the city. He will now oversee all aspects of the property’s operations, from guest services to events, and will develop and implement strategies to enhance the guest experience.

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Attendease

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

The novel coronavirus outbreak has had a significant impact on the events industry, from venues and vendors to speakers and sponsors. As abrupt as it was, the shift to virtual programming hasn’t been all bad news for event managers; as HubSpot has shared, “Being online allows us to invite more people to be part of the INBOUND community.

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FEBRUARY 5, 2024

The future of events in Las Vegas looks bright Industry professionals from all sectors of the hospitality industry got together Jan. 24 at Las Vegas newest property, Fontainebleau Las Vegas, to discuss the success of last year’s major events and what lies ahead in the city in 2024. Post-F1 Recap “Who comes to an F1 race?”

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Event Industry News

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

The Events Industry Council (EIC), the global voice of the business events industry,has today announced the Recipients of its annual Global Awards , which celebrate and honour exemplary achievements and focus on leadership at all levels and areas of focus within the global business events industry.

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AUGUST 19, 2021

Tourism and San Diego Tourism Authority, and even one Nevada destination, Visit Henderson —participated in an hour-long Zoom road show this week. A total of 15 DMOs—second- and third-tier markets, but also majors like L.A.

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APRIL 23, 2021

Earth Day has come and gone, but the environmental issues affecting the meetings and events industry are persistent and shifting. Case in point: Lake Mead, the biggest reservoir on the Colorado River and which serves much of Arizona and Nevada as well as parts of southern California, is at just 40 percent of capacity.

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DECEMBER 15, 2023

At the annual event, West Coast association professionals gather for an expansive tradeshow, business solution appointments, education programs and networking to close out the year with a festive twist. “Our This year’s Seasonal Spectacular took place from Tuesday, Dec. 12 to Wednesday, Dec. in their official welcome.

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AUGUST 12, 2022

The summer of 2023 will herald a new era of meetings in South Lake Tahoe with the arrival of the over $100-million Tahoe South Events Center. The site of the events center, currently under construction at Stateline, Nevada, is conveniently located near major hotels and casinos including Harveys Lake Tahoe, Harrah’s Lake Tahoe and others.

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BizBash

SEPTEMBER 5, 2017

BURNING MAN ATTENDEE DIES AFTER RUNNING INTO FIRE: A Burning Man attendee died after running into the Nevada festival's.

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Skift

AUGUST 19, 2019

Cvent Connect 2019 at the MGM Grand Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada. Cvent / Flickr Skift Take: Most planners still have a hard time sourcing and booking the right venue for an event. High costs and rude salespeople are only a couple of the obstacles they face despite new technology aimed to help ease the process.

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OCTOBER 27, 2023

Getting everyone gracefully from point A to meeting B is one of the challenges event professionals wrestle with every day, even if those points are simply from airport to venue and back again. Cities across the country are unveiling public transit upgrades that may take the pain out of pursuing post-event pleasure.

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SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

Just a few short weeks ago it seemed like “all systems go” again for the meetings and events industry. States such as Hawaii, Nevada, and Louisiana have shifted back to requiring masks to be worn at all times indoors, regardless of vaccination status. Background Image Source.

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