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WaterField Designs Introduces Modular 48-Hour Travel System for Short Business Trips
The personal-item-sized, five-piece system carries clothing, technology, and work essentials from the airport to a meeting or from the workday into after-work plans. Developed through WaterField's Community Design process with input from more than 700 customers, the system centers on a...
The Brief: Boot Rooms and Beer Windows
FIVE THINGS TO KNOW THIS WEEK This week’s hot takes on hot topics in experiential marketing cover the Febreze Boot Room Tour, folding pubs and Peroni Portals. SPORTS PLAYERS SMELL BAD. FEBREZE HAS A TOUR FOR THAT. As the Official Odor Fighter of Major League Soccer, Febreze clearly has no problem…
The NAAA World Remarketing Convention to Deliver Quality Education Addressing Key Topics in 2026
SEATTLE — Founded in 1948, the National Auto Auction Association (NAAA) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to meeting the needs of the wholesale auto auction industry. The association is made up of around 340 regular auction members, as well as 140 associate members that are part of different…
BizBash Fresh Faces 2026: Thai McCabe
McCabe is a project coordinator for Seen Presents, where—at only 19—she has had the opportunity to support the execution of global campaigns for brands like Netflix and TikTok.
Eight Lessons in Human Connection for Meeting Planners in the Age of AI
AI isn't going away, and it's reshaping every corner of our industry. But the planners and destinations that pair technological fluency with genuine human insight—data-driven intelligence with emotional intelligence—will be the ones who set the pace. The post Eight Lessons in Human Connection for…
AEO LEADS INDUSTRY-WIDE MOVEMENT TO CHAMPION CAREERS IN EVENTS
Hundreds of event businesses unite behind #ChooseEvents to inspire the next generation of talent The Association of Event Organisers (AEO) has today launched a new industry-wide movement under the #ChooseEvents banner, bringing together hundreds of event organisers, venues, suppliers, agencies and…
Eventflow selected for AI showcase at IBTM World
Eventflow has been selected to showcase its platform at IBTM World 2026. The event operations platform is one of 10 startups chosen for AI for Events – Demo Day LIVE. The programme, curated by event technology expert Julius Solaris, will take place during IBTM World in Barcelona from 17-19…
Sterling Event Group makes major lighting investment with Ayrton purchases
Sterling Event Group has expanded its lighting inventory with a significant investment in Ayrton Rivale and EagleStrike fixtures, supplied by Ambersphere Solutions, the UK’s exclusive Ayrton distributor. The new fixtures join Sterling’s existing Ayrton inventory of Diablo and Mistral units.…
Why Sustainability Isn’t Just an Environmental Issue
Think sustainability is all about recycling bins and carbon offsets? Think again. The fourth installment of our sustainability series reveals why the people behind your exhibition – workers, attendees and surrounding community – may be your most powerful sustainability metric yet. Discover how…
Three Stages. One Industry. Endless Ideas.
CHS Manchester unveils its biggest and boldest education programme yet CHS Manchester has revealed its full education programme for this September’s event, bringing together more than 30 speakers across three dedicated stages in what promises to be one of the most dynamic days of learning, debate…
Colors Of The Stone Fall 2026: Complete Guide to Dates, Venue, Exhibitors, Tickets, Schedule & Visitor Information
Colors Of The Stone Fall 2026 Overview Colors Of The Stone Fall 2026 is one of the most anticipated gemstone and artisan jewelry exhibitions in the United States. The event will take place from Thursday, September 3, 2026, to Sunday, September 6, 2026, at Casino Del Sol – Tucson’s Premiere Luxury…
Experiential Marketing Trend of the Week: Commiseration Activations
Diehard sports fans recognize that you can’t win ’em all, but that doesn’t make their team’s losses any less devastating—especially during tentpole tournaments like the FIFA World Cup and March Madness. And as of late, savvy brands have been quick to offer a shoulder to cry on with…
WHX Miami 2026 Played into the City’s World Cup Matches with Discussions on Sports Medicine and More
This edition of the World Health Expo introduced a new platform focused on scaling health innovation through trade and regulation.
Ten dead at Ukrainian arms exhibition hit by Russian missile strike
A Russian ballistic missile strike, 24 July, killed 10 and injured 100 people at an arms exhibition near Kyiv showcasing drone technology. President Zelenskyy said the defence industry event should not have taken place. Zelenskyy said in a TV address following the attack: “We have said a thousand…
JOGS Tucson Fall Gem & Jewelry Show 2026: Complete Guide to America’s Leading Gem and Jewelry Trade Show
JOGS Tucson Fall Gem & Jewelry Show 2026 Brings the Global Jewelry Industry to Tucson JOGS Tucson Fall Gem & Jewelry Show 2026 will be held from 3rd September to 6th September 2026 at the Tucson Expo Center, Tucson, Arizona, United States. Recognized as one of the largest gem and jewelry trade…
NoteAffect Reaches Remote Attendees with AI-Powered Learning Experience
NoteAffect has announced that its AI-powered in-person learning experience can now live-stream to remote attendees. Reaching remote audiences with live session content typically requires a complex and expensive production consisting of cameras, techs, and a separate virtual platform. Organisers…
From Pinterest to Prada: National Gallery reports record year for events
The National Gallery has reported its strongest year for events to date, following growing demand from brands, broadcasters and production companies looking to host launches, premieres and corporate events in iconic cultural settings. The venue recorded a 150% year-on-year increase in events…
CEDIA Expo 2026: North America’s Premier Smart Home Technology Exhibition
CEDIA Expo 2026 Set to Showcase the Future of Smart Home Innovation CEDIA Expo 2026 will be held from 1st September to 4th September 2026 at the Colorado Convention Center, Denver, Colorado, United States. As one of the most prestigious trade shows for the residential and commercial technology…
How Interior 3D Rendering Helps Event Teams Design Better Branded Experiences Before Build-Out
Every event agency knows the meeting where it all goes slightly wrong. The floor plan is on the screen, the mood board is passed around, the production schedule is locked — and the client is nodding along with the polite blankness of someone who can’t actually picture any of it. Or the sponsor…
INFRAME Expo 2026: India’s Premier Exhibition for Glass, Facade, Doors, Windows, Plywood & Interior Design
INFRAME Expo 2026 is set to become one of India’s most significant business exhibitions for the glass, façade, doors & windows, plywood, modular kitchen, hardware, and interior design industries. Bringing together leading manufacturers, suppliers, architects, designers, builders, dealers,…