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The Essentials: Your Onsite Survival Kit for Events
CHICAGO — Being onsite for long stretches of time can be daunting — and it can be uncomfortable if you don’t feel like you packed the right items for the trip. From aching feet to scrambling for a stapler to feeling like you aren’t getting enough rest, traveling and being on your feet for days at a…
EN Indy Expo 2026 Opens Registration Across Three Attendee Categories
Independent exhibition organisers can secure a complimentary place until 31 May 2026 as the fully redesigned event prepares to bring the exhibition community together for a day of practical insight, peer-to-peer networking, and commercially valuable conversation. Exhibition News (EN) has officially…
40 Things You Do @ Trade Shows
Trade shows can be a strange world whether you are an exhibitor, attendee, or an industry insider. While many behaviors might seem normal to you as a member of the trade show community, others are downright bizarre to those who rarely set foot in a trade show hall. The post 40 Things You Do @ Trade…
Harrow School Launches Harrow School Venues to the Events Industry
Harrow School is proud to announce the official launch of Harrow School Venues on 16 April 2026, introducing one of the UK’s most iconic heritage settings as a distinctive destination for the events industry. Set within 300 acres of historic grounds in North West London, Harrow School Venues offers…
Optima 1 and the exhibition landscape in 2026
Why Optima 1 was created Exhibitions and trade shows in 2026 are not getting simpler. Budgets are scrutinised, sustainability is interrogated, attention spans are shorter and brands are expected to deliver experiences that look premium, feel purposeful and generate content and leads at the same…
Why Are Companies So Bad at Trade Show Marketing?
Some companiees will hint at it. Then there are the ones who are honest. They simply don't understand trade show marketing. That's not surprising. It's rarely taught on the undergraduate or graduate level. At best, it's mentioned in passing in a marketing textbook. The post Why Are Companies So Bad…
Downloadable Guide: 20 Event Measurement Metrics That Matter
A comprehensive list of things you can measure at your next event One of the biggest challenges event marketers face is rationalizing the high perceived cost of experiential compared to other disciplines in the marketing mix. For years, this industry relied on “gut feeling,” or more qualitative…
Event Measurement Tech 411: An Update on Beacons
Successful event measurement practices are selective about what they track and measure. The post Event Measurement Tech 411: An Update on Beacons appeared first on Event Marketer.
Leslie Johnson is Breaking Records and Building Legacies
Ever wonder how one leader can transform an entire city’s reputation and economic trajectory? Discover the innovative strategies, relationship-building secrets and bold decision-making that helped IAEE Outstanding Marketing & Sales Award winner Leslie Johnson exceed goals by triple digits while…
Event Marketing Measurement Association Launches with New Name, Expanded Mission, and First-Ever Certification Course
The Experiential Marketing Measurement Coalition (EMMC) today announced a bold new chapter: the organization is rebranding as the Event Marketing Measurement Association (EMMA). The post Event Marketing Measurement Association Launches with New Name, Expanded Mission, and First-Ever Certification…
Guest Column: Four Easy Steps to Setting Measurable Event Objectives
Matt Sincaglia, Board Member, Event Marketing Measurement Association Experiential marketers are masters at creating moments people remember. But in today’s business climate, unforgettable moments aren’t enough. Leaders are asking tougher questions: What did the event actually deliver? Did it grow…
Nominations for the 2026 TSE Gold 100 Grand Awards and Women to Watch Programs are Open; Deadline to Nominate is July 20
CHICAGO — Trade Show Executive (TSE) is now accepting nominations for its 2026 Gold 100 Grand Awards and Women to Watch programs. The deadline for submissions is July 20, and the finalists in the Grand Awards categories and recipients of the Women to Watch awards will be announced on Aug. 3.…
Job Opportunity: Marketing Campaigns Executive – Twickenham Experience Limited
Job Description Working at the RFU means being part of the ‘bigger picture’ at England Rugby: to be rooted in our purpose, which is to enrich lives, introduce more people to rugby union & develop the sport for future generations. If our purpose resonates with you, and you recognise the value that…
Helsinki Expo and Convention Centre acquires solar power plant
Helsinki Expo and Convention Centre and Finnish energy company Helen built one of the city’s largest solar power plants on the centre’s roof in 2019 and the venue has now acquired the plant from Helen. Management intends to increase the share of solar-generated electricity at the venue further in…
Harrogate Convention Centre appoints Head of Venue Sales and Marketing
Harrogate Convention Centre (HCC) has announced the appointment of Jamila Bray as Head of Venue Sales and Marketing following a competitive recruitment process, a major step forward in strengthening the venue’s strategic leadership during a phase of significant growth and development. With over 10…
Rozie Synopsis Honoured with Four Awards at the 16th Eventex Awards
AI-native event experience platform recognised for innovation in event technology, AI, and language technology Rozie Synopsis has been honoured with four awards at the 16th edition of the Eventex Awards, one of the world’s leading awards programs for events and experience marketing. Founded in…
Fusion the Era 2026 Set to Revolutionize India’s Consumer Products Industry
Fusion the Era 2026 Returns as India’s Leading B2B Trade Exhibition Fusion the Era 2026 is set to become one of India’s most anticipated B2B exhibitions dedicated to the Houseware, Home Appliances, Horeca, Home Decor, Giftware, and Water Purification industries. Bringing together top manufacturers,…
Sustainable Wedding Specialist 4YaParty Crowned Winner at London Wedding Awards
4YaParty Weddings & Events has been recognised for its commitment to sustainability after taking home the “Wedding Specialist Supplier” title at this year’s London Wedding Awards. The South London-based business, which covers London, Kent and Essex, was celebrated for its dedication to creating…
Olympia Events announces promotion of Carly Gibbs to General Manager of new ICC
Olympia Events, managed by Legends Global, has announced the promotion of Carly Gibbs to General Manager of Olympia’s new International Convention Centre (ICC). The appointment comes during the launch year of Olympia’s ICC, a major milestone within Olympia’s £1.3bn transformation and one of the…