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Halfway There: 15 Marathons Down, 15 to Go! One Mental Health Message
Fifteen marathons. Fifteen consecutive days. 393 miles covered so far from Isle of Skye to Clitheroe. Over £10,000 raised plus £1400 Gift Aid. Reaching the halfway point of his extraordinary 30 marathons in 30 days charity challenge, this milestone is more than just a physical achievement. It’s a…
The Rise of the Ecosystem Event Model
CHICAGO — Reflecting on industry events and conversations with leaders in the events space, there’s a new phrase popping up: the ecosystem event. But what is an ecosystem event? And what makes it different from any other industry event? Trade Show Executive connected with some of the leaders who…
6 main challenges of launching events in the US, according to organisers
1. Costs are high – and hard to predict The US is expensive. But contributors say that the bigger challenge is not always the headline price – it’s how difficult costs can be to predict in advance. “Union labour rules caught us off guard – costs and restrictions vary significantly by venue and…
Smart Start Radio: Coffee Chat—Trust Happens in the Room
What are you really building when you plan an event? In this episode of Smart Start Radio: Coffee Chat, Eming Piansay unpacks a simple but powerful idea inspired by a […] The post Smart Start Radio: Coffee Chat—Trust Happens in the Room appeared first on Smart Meetings.
What One Thing?—Originality Starts at the Origin
What does it really mean to be original? In this episode of What One Thing?, Sophia Abramchuk, founder of the Originate Institute, shares why the most powerful ideas are not […] The post What One Thing?—Originality Starts at the Origin appeared first on Smart Meetings.
Agent Analog Launches the AI Concierge for Live Events
Agent Analog™, an AI-powered event concierge built for live events, launched today to bring a new standard of personalized hospitality to the guest experience. Guests simply send a text. No app download or login required. Drawing on Jordan Kaye’s more than 20 years of experience producing…
Diversified acquires Workspace Design Show
Diversified UK & Europe, a UK-based organiser, has acquired the Workspace Design Show, a London- and Amsterdam-based event focused on workplace design. The show takes place at the Business Design Centre in February and at RAI Amsterdam in November. It brings together architects, designers, brands…
Premagic Appoints Adam Parry as Strategic Advisor
Premagic, the AI-powered event technology platform trusted by organisers across Asia, the UK, and Europe, today announced the appointment of Adam Parry as Strategic Advisor. Parry, co-founder of Event Tech Live and the Event Technology Awards and one of the most respected voices in the global event…
Freeman’s Learning Trends Report Reveals What Attendees Value at In-Person Educational Experiences
DALLAS — Freeman released part one of its Learning Trends Report, which focuses on how attendees learn within conference room sessions and general sessions, and the value they receive from different traditional formats. The idea of quality over quantity, which the industry has leaned into in a…
Montgomery Group grows aviation portfolio with acquisition of Sustainable Aviation Futures
Montgomery Group, the UK’s longest-running independent event organiser, has announced the acquisition of Sustainable Aviation Futures (SAF), a leading global conference series focused on accelerating the aviation industry’s transition to net zero. Sustainable Aviation Futures events unite senior…
Events Venture Group Announces Investment in The Nest Campus
NEW YORK CITY — Events Venture Group (EVG) announced an investment in The Nest Campus, a growing climate and resilience platform. EVG co-invested alongside SilverCircle. The Nest Campus operates across a multi-vertical resilience landscape — including energy, industrial transformation and…
Ryan Lovell is Building IAEE’s Future One Leader at a Time
What does it take to transform a local chapter while simultaneously teaching thousands of professionals across four continents? Discover how Chapter Merit Award Winner Ryan Lovell balances governance innovation with global education and learn the strategies he uses to create lasting impact in the…
A New Wave of Storytelling, Hybrid Returns: Sledge Reveals Q2 Trends
Trends Shaping the Quarter Ahead AI with purpose Its ubiquity continued in the first quarter of the year, and while the trust trend no doubt remains, brands are increasingly using AI to elevate their tech cred – a bit like a badge of honour – when it might not be the best solution. Additionally,…
Asia Labex 2026: India’s Premier Laboratory Exhibition
Asia Labex 2026 is set to emerge as one of India’s most influential platforms for laboratory science, innovation, and technology. Bringing together leading manufacturers, researchers, and professionals, Asia Labex 2026 will showcase the latest advancements in analytical instruments, biotechnology,…
Miami Music Week 2026: Inside WMC, Ultra, EDM Marathons, and Standout Activations
BizBash made its rounds around town at Miami’s annual weeklong electronic dance music (EDM) gathering, which unfolded from downtown Miami to Wynwood, and South Beach to Hialeah.
Women in Exhibitions Network North America Announces New Board
Women in Exhibitions Network, a global community launched in 2018 to accelerate the careers of women working in the sector, continues to grow its membership base around the world. With a mandate to deepen member engagement and broaden its impact, the North America Chapter today announced a new…
CANADA: Dreamspeakers International Indigenous Film Festival, Tiki Boat Tours in Toronto, Destination Vancouver's New Public Art Installation, and More
Vodafone Business’s ground-breaking ‘network slicing’ offer fixes 5G congestion at major sports and music events
Vodafone Business, the enterprise arm of VodafoneThree, today became the first in the UK to deliver commercial 5G network slicing to enterprise customers, giving businesses access to their own dedicated slice of its mobile network with guaranteed local performance. It has also today launched…
US: CFP Brand Refresh, Orlando Whiskey Riot, San Francisco Hotel Renovation, and More
Informa appoints David Lynn as CEO of inD
Informa, the international B2B Events, B2B Digital Services and Academic Markets Group, today confirmed that David Lynn has been appointed as Chief Executive of inD, its Dubai-based partnership with Dubai World Trade Centre (“DWTC”). Mr Lynn brings extensive international executive experience to…