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In the news release, Lola Products Revitalizes an American Cleaning Brand with Innovation and Expansion, issued 09-Jul-2026 by Lola Products over PR Newswire, we are advised by the company that changes have been made. The complete, corrected release follows, with additional details at the...
A Beginners Guide to Meetings Management
BCD Meetings & Events (BCD M&E) has released a guide for events teams who want better structure in their planning process. Anya Catherine has been with BCD M&E for more than four years, contributing across multiple teams and roles. The post A Beginners Guide to Meetings Management appeared first on…
Event Tech Check: New Tools for Business Travel, Exhibitor Leads, and More
BizBash takes a deep dive into the newest tech solutions for events of all types, plus the latest must-know industry news.
ESCA SEC 2026 Provides Tactical Learnings in Stunning Banff
BANFF, Alberta, CA — The Exhibition Services and Contractors Association (ESCA) held its annual Summer Educational Conference at the Fairmont Banff Springs in Canada’s province of Alberta. The event took place June 28-July 2, and brought together professionals from contractors, vendors and venues…
The Freeman Company Promotes Chris Schimek to President of Freeman Events & Exhibits
Nearly 30-year operations leader moves from COO to lead one of the industry’s largest event operations organizations
New Events Industry Study Emphasizes the Need for Outcome-Based Sales Approach
CHICAGO — A new events industry study focused on exhibit and sponsorship sales strategies reports that growth in exhibit and sponsorship revenue is real but conditional as budget scrutiny increases and customers look for more engagement and ROI evidence around business outcomes. The study, which…
Seattle Convention Center Wins IAVM Venue Excellence Award
The International Association of Venue Managers (IAVM) has named Seattle Convention Center (SCC) a 2026 Venue Excellence Award recipient. The award recognizes public assembly venues for management and operations, including safety and security, team development, professional development, operational…
New Regional Sales Managers for MODCO powered by WS Display
Maynard and Ramos join the team submitted by Mike Morrison, WS Displays Carlsbad, CA— 7/6/2026 — MODCO powered by WS Display today announced John Maynard will take over the role of Central US Sales Manager after serving five years as the company’s Head of Customer Relations and Myles Ramos is…
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Uncovering the Hidden Costs of Managing Multiple Trade Show Programs
Article Summary Running multiple trade show programs often costs far more in recurring show services — such as labor, drayage, shipping, storage, and electrical — than in the exhibit itself, making proactive budget planning essential. Sonja Stricklin explains that visibility across your full event…
Critical Deadlines for IMTS 2026 Exhibitors: Save Time and Money
Page Summary IMTS 2026 exhibitors should prioritize key deadlines now to avoid costly last-minute fees and ensure access to critical booth services, labor, and logistics at North America's largest manufacturing technology event. With more than 89,000 attendees and 1,700 exhibitors expected, early…
This Event Prof's New Book Champions the Small Event Details Others Might Overlook
To Be Hosted's Amber Mayfield Hewett dishes on her new event planning guide—and takes us behind the scenes of the party that brought it to life.
Sustainability Is Now a Revenue Driver
Article by Michelle Miles, Founder & CEO, Sustainable Wedding Alliance The narrative around sustainable weddings has shifted. For years, industry professionals viewed eco-friendly practices as a niche interest or an ethical “nice-to-have.” Today, data suggests it is a primary commercial driver.…
NOEA Invests in Industry Skills with New Training Day
The National Outdoor Events Association (NOEA) has launched a new Training Day, reinforcing its commitment to professional development, industry betterment and the continued growth of skills across the outdoor events sector. Taking place in spring 2027, the NOEA Training Day will bring together…
TRO introduces emotion analytics to measure the impact of experiential marketing through BMW Goodwood activation
Experiential agency TRO, part of Omnicom, is showcasing a new approach to measuring the impact of live brand experiences through its latest work at this year’s Goodwood Festival of Speed. Combining audience insight, experience design, creative technology and real time measurement, TRO has developed…
Eat to the Beat and GIG bring student-created menu to life backstage at BST Hyde Park
Global Infusion Group’s catering divisions, Eat to the Beat and GIG, are giving a team of Year 9 students the chance to see their menu served backstage at BST Hyde Park, as part of a real-world live event catering experience. The students from Sir Thomas Fremantle School, winners of Buckinghamshire…
CANADA: Destination Canada Appoints Interim President and CEO, Grindstone Comedy Festival, TD Halifax Jazz Festival, and More
US: Ritz-Carlton Chicago Renovates Lakeside Suites, Kohler Food & Wine Returns, Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts to Debut in Miami Beach, and More
322-year-old naval landmark reopens as spectacular Kent venue for weddings, celebrations and private events
One of Britain’s most significant maritime heritage buildings has reopened following a £3.8 million restoration, unveiling one of Kent’s most distinctive new venues for weddings, private celebrations and corporate events. The Commissioner’s House at The Historic Dockyard Chatham, built in 1704 for…
JR Creative Group announce new senior leadership team as their growth accelerates across live experiences and entertainment
JR Creative Group, the creative studio behind standout live experiences and entertainment both on land and at sea, has announced the formation of its new senior leadership team. The appointments signal a key moment in the company’s growth strategy, following a period of expansion that has seen JR…
ExpoPlatform to support meeting experiences across flagship Hyve events
AI-powered event technology provider ExpoPlatform has been appointed to support tech-enriched meeting experiences across a number of international organiser Hyve’s events. The move involves structured meeting formats across flagship shows including Shoptalk Europe, Shoptalk Spring, Shoptalk Fall,…