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AEV Teams Up with Excel
The Association of Event Venues (AEV) has announced that its 2025 annual conference will take place at Excel London, on 14th November. AEV Director, Rachel Parker, made the announcement, saying: “Our members requested varied location in venue selection, so we are looking forward to returning to Excel London for our ninth AEV conference. The conference continues to grow year on year, our members enjoy reconnecting, learning and meeting industry colleagues and we are thrilled to do that at Excel London – perfect timing to mark their 25th year in operation.” Excel London opened in November 2000, in London’s historic Royal Docks and has been at the forefront of the area’s regeneration. Every year the venue hosts over 400 events, welcoming 40,000 exhibiting companies and over four million people, from across the globe. Simon Mills, Chief Commercial Officer, Excel London, commented: “We are delighted to be hosting the AEV conference on […]
Carbon Literacy Course Launched
DECORDIA has launched its Carbon Literacy Course for Events, to offer an accessible and interactive education on how outdoor events can begin – or further reduce their carbon emissions – and look after people and the planet. Specialists in designing, building, and curating inventive and sustainable sets, decor and theming for festivals, venues and experiences, DECORDIA has been striving for sustainability across the event industry. The course has been developed with The Carbon Literacy Project, which was recognised as one of 100 worldwide Transformative Action Programs at the UN at COP21, in Paris. The course provides organisations with the tools and resources needed to deliver a day’s worth of climate change training, empowering them to reduce their carbon impacts and supporting their audiences to do the same. To date, over 100,000 people from over 7,800 organisations have officially been certified as Carbon Literate, the aim is to reach one million […]
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Registration Now Open for Event Tech Live and Event Sustainability Live 2024
Event Industry News is pleased to announce that registration is now officially open for two of the industry’s most anticipated events: Event Tech Live and Event Sustainability Live. Both events will take place at the London ExCeL on the 20th and 21st of November 2024, offering unparalleled opportunities for professionals in the events sector to engage with the latest innovations, trends, and sustainability practices.
History Lession
Historic venues are a great way to introduce some class and interest to your event, helping to engage your delegates and add value.
Launch of the Glasgow Conference Impact Network
The Glasgow Convention Bureau unveiled its latest initiative, the Glasgow Conference Impact Network, in partnership with the Glasgow Science Festival during an inspiring launch event attended by a diverse array of local stakeholders.
Top destinations for Gen Z delegates
Travel experts have examined 100 cities in 40 countries worldwide to reveal which Gen Z delegates will like best.
10 most social media friendly destinations
In a world where photo ops are the most crucial element of any trip, here are the most social media friendly destinations for Instagramming your travels.
Attractive lifestyle leads Amway Taiwan to Perth for incentive event
Health and adventure make Western Australia an attractive destination for event planners in Asia.
How to use AI for researching your events
Chris Jones, Executive Creative Director at Pico EMEA, chats through glocalisation and how to use AI for researching your event.
10 safest destinations for female delegates
Here are the safest cities to visit as a woman delegate.
The wellness trends that delegates are demanding
As the global wellness industry continues to expand, delegates are demanding that events meet their wellbeing needs in addition to simply educating and informing.
Hotel review: Immersive design at the Palazzo Versace Dubai
This 5-star jewel gives delegates the chance to immerse themselves in the Versace lifestyle on the glittering Dubai Creek waterfront.
How events have become a crucial brand tool
Dan Bardgett, MD at XSEM, discusses event’s role in brand marketing and how to measure success through emotional impact and ROI.
Tropic Skincare’s sparkling Gen Z showstopper
Tropic Skincare’s annual ‘Glammies’ appealed to all from Gen Z to Gen X, shining a sparkling spotlight on their Glambassadors.
Lattice events marketing manager on the future of events
Rachael Kenny, Events Marketing Manager at Lattice AI, discusses the UK’s event infrastructure, our macro economic climate and events in tech.
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