Endless Events

JANUARY 10, 2020

We’ve all come across iterations of the classic headline, Networking Tips for People Who Hate Networkin g , like this article in Business Insider , or this podcast episode on TED’s WorkLife with Adam Grant. For event industry professionals, networking is of particular importance. After all, it’s one of the main drivers for attendance at events around the world, Still, many participants either don’t love it, or just aren’t very skilled at it. .

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Motivation Excellence

JANUARY 8, 2020

When putting together a major event, communication is key. Everyone involved needs to use the same terminology so that each person knows what to expect. One area where communication can fail, especially for clients, is understanding the difference between event management and event planning. The two jobs certainly have some similarities, but they serve distinctly different functions.

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Stova

JANUARY 7, 2020

Most people have strong opinions about food, and that includes your event menu. Attendees will remember an outstanding meal and they’ll never forget a bad one, so create your menu with care. Read through these 5 tips for choosing a menu for your event and attendees will leave satisfied!

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Eventtia

JANUARY 9, 2020

Customers don’t buy from people that they don’t trust and there’s plenty of evidence to prove it. A recent report from LinkedIn found that trust is the #1 factor in closing deals - above ROI and price. Whilst in another study by Accenture , 43% of subscribers left their current provider company when they lost trust in the brand.

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TravelBoom and sister agency, The Brandon Agency, release new consumer sentiment study on travel amidst the COVID-19 second wave

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Endless Events

JANUARY 6, 2020

Ten years have passed, and it was quite a decade of technology. So, here are at the Event Tech Podcast, we dedicate ourselves to exploring all things related to technology in our industry. And so far, we’ve covered some incredible topics. From event hardware to facial recognition and data privacy , we’ve done it all. It’s undeniable that in the past decade, technology has taken a giant leap.

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Motivation Excellence

JANUARY 5, 2020

Recently, the Incentive Research Foundation (IRF) released new findings about the industry’s outlook for 2020. Overall, the IRF was optimistic about online retail gift cards and brand-name merchandise. Event gifting is also expected to have a positive year during 2020. The IRF is looking forward to a strong year for the incentive industry with bullish forecasts for a number of different products and services.

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MeetingsNet

JANUARY 6, 2020

Saxton, now Saxton Global, hopes to bring new voices to U.S. planners. Every year there are new speakers on the circuit to consider for your conferences—business speakers, motivators, humorous keynoters, government experts, and more. And as of the new year, there’s a new bureau bringing speakers to U.S. podiums. Australia-based Saxton, which for 50 years has operated in the Asia-Pacific region, is now Saxton Global and has opened an office in Portland, Ore.

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Endless Events

JANUARY 7, 2020

It’s time for an exciting #EventIcons 2020 sneak peek! Because we’re not only diving into a new year, but also a new decade, we decided to give you a taste for what’s to come. So, you already know that #EventIcons is the show to pay attention to if you want to know what the icons of the events industry are up to. And we’ve covered some incredible topics the past year, from crisis communication to event planner burnout , women in events , and many, many more.

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Stova

JANUARY 9, 2020

We're sure you have a great list of event industry influencers that you follow on social media.

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Special Events

JANUARY 8, 2020

This event production expert points out top trends in lighting for 2020; look for an industrial vibe, neon accents and chic "sleek.

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The evolution of the DMC industry requires that it embark upon a renewed relationship with clients that is built upon transparency, trust, and understanding.

Conferences that Work

JANUARY 6, 2020

A recent Wired article argues that “ Science Conferences Are Stuck in the Dark Ages “ Unsurprisingly, I agree — but there’s some light in the darkness! Read the full article at Conferences That Work The post Are science conferences stuck in the Dark Ages? appeared first on Conferences That Work. No related posts.

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Eventtia

JANUARY 7, 2020

TikTok is the new kid on the block that’s already causing a huge stir in the world of social media. With over 500 million active monthly users worldwide, the most downloaded app on the App Store appears to be here to stay - so how can you utilize this to your advantage?

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Maritz Global Events

JANUARY 8, 2020

Post authored by Rachel Stephan, Event Marketing Strategist, sensov/ event marketing. When it comes to trade show lead retrieval, lots of exhibitors have decided to exercise an abundance of caution and not initiate a strategy. They’re letting valuable sales leads fall through the cracks in the name of playing it safe legally. For many trade show exhibitors, GDPR stands for “gosh-darned problematic regulation.” Many don’t understand its many facets, and are afraid of getti

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Travel Daily Media

JANUARY 9, 2020

The post Hyatt Regency debuts in God’s Own Country appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. Hyatt Hotels Corporation has announced the opening of Hyatt Regency Thrissur in the cultural capital of Kerala. With 77 well-appointed guestrooms, this contemporary hotel aims to bring the brand’s signature hospitality to business and leisure guests travelling to the region.

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Open Destinations

JANUARY 10, 2020

Our planet’s average surface temperature has risen by 1.9 degrees Fahrenheit since 1880, carbon dioxide levels are soaring uncontrollably and ice sheets are melting at an alarming rate ( NASA ). The situation we now face has convinced 11,000 scientists to warn of “untold suffering due to the climate crisis” ( Guardian ). Both on an individual and corporate level, it’s clear that strides to save our planet have been made but that what we are currently doing is nowhere near

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BizBash

JANUARY 9, 2020

Buzzy brands (think Target, Netflix, Buzzfeed, and more) and holiday haunts took festive activations to the next level with innovative-meets-Instagrammable pop-ups.

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Endless Events

JANUARY 8, 2020

Welcome to an exciting episode of Whiteboard Wednesday about event lighting 101! And let us just remind you, this is the first of the year. So we wanted to open 2020 with a relevant topic, and what’s better than lighting? Alongside all of the other endless aspects of an event, this is something planners need to worry about. Because it’s not as black and white as it might sound.

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Travel Daily Media

JANUARY 7, 2020

The post Woodlands Event Centre goes cashless appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. The Woodlands Event Centre, the premier conference and event facility at Wyboston Lakes Resort in the UK will not take cash for payments at all from January onwards. Simon McMahon, general manager of Woodlands Event Centre said: “The change to only accepting electronic payments will bring benefits to event participants by making service at the ‘points of sale’ faster.

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Travel Daily Media

JANUARY 6, 2020

The post MICE focus: The Breakers Palm Beach appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. Veteran rocker Rod Stewart hit the headlines this weekend when he and his eldest son, Sean Stewart, were charged with ‘simple battery’ this weekend, following an incident with security guards after being denied entry to a private event at a property in Palm Beach, Florida.

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Travel Daily Media

JANUARY 6, 2020

The post Accor opens the first international hotel in GIFT City appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. Accor has announced the launch of new property Grand Mercure Gandhinagar GIFT City, within India’s first ‘Intelligent and Green Infrastructure’ region. Based on the concept of leading financial service nations, GIFT City is planned with state of art connectivity, infrastructure and transportation access integrated into the design of the city.

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BizBash

JANUARY 8, 2020

Here's a look back at the ideas for decor, catering, and more from fund-raising events that took place in the fall around North America.

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BizBash

JANUARY 7, 2020

Here's how Netflix, Amazon Studios, HBO, Disney, and more kicked off award season.

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Endless Events

JANUARY 9, 2020

We’re opening the new year of Event Brew with the topic of social media. The past decade saw an insane increase in the widespread use of social media. And what that meant for brands, companies, and businesses alike was a complete shift in paradigm. Because now, they could reach thousands of people specifically targeted for a product or service.

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