AMAAD (A Man About A Dog), the promoters behind Junction 2, LWE, The Prospect Building, Boundary Festival, and more, will launch a new electronic and live music venue in Brighton in late Autumn. The venue was previously known as The Arch and originally housed the seminal club, The Zap. Quarters aims to become an integral part of Brighton’s nightlife and a vital hub for culture and collaboration

The new issue of LSi is available to read online now.

UK – One of PLASA Show’s most popular features, Classic Gear Live, returns in 2025 with a new location and an expanded collection of rare and iconic entertainment technology.

UK – Pharos Architectural Controls is returning to PLASA Show, presenting their latest developments and meeting customers on stand A58.

Yellow Fish’s new head of film on the seductive power of narrative.

Understaffing and burnout are primary drivers of poor wellbeing, says new report

Multiple previous winners defending titles once again

IBTM World, the leading international trade show for the meetings and events industry, is set to welcome a new wave of exhibitors from across the globe for its 2025 edition. Returning to its iconic home at Fira de Barcelona from November 18 to 20, the event has already seen significant interest from exhibitors.

Elevate NewGen, a talent development initiative from the team behind Elevate Mentoring, has partnered with Diversity Alliance to launch a landmark survey exploring diversity in the UK events sector. The survey focuses on race and socio-economic background, aiming to fill a critical data gap around lived experience in the workplace.

As Venues of Excellence (VOE) continues to build momentum as the UK’s leading sales and marketing consortium for independent venues within the MICE sector, it proudly welcomes Wotton House Country Estate Hotel to its prestigious portfolio.

Paul Richardson, founder of Vividink, says PR isn’t just for the big players. He believes boutique agencies are now the smart choice for event businesses.

The Meetings & Events Support Association has announced a new online networking event that’s taking place later this month. They say it’s going to be their biggest event so far.

Dan McDonald has joined Wyboston Lakes Resort as business development Manager, with the aim of driving growth within the Conference and Training sector of the business.

The Events Industry Council (EIC) and the Joint Meetings Industry Council (JMIC) have announced a new collaboration to align efforts in three critical areas: advancing sustainability within the global events sector, advocating collectively on behalf of the business events industry, and producing the next global Economic Significance Study in partnership with Oxford Economics.

In today’s dynamic and ever-changing events industry, success depends not only on creativity and logistical excellence, but also on informed, evidence-based decision-making.

The Venues Collection has launched its Christmas party packages for 2025 with an emphasis on inclusivity. This includes the introduction of dedicated low & no alcohol drinks options.