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Nicola Kastner: Event Strategist with Intention

Unlike many who found the events industry by happenstance, Nicola Kastner, founder of The Event Strategist, deliberately chose to enter this field, guided by a passion for creating events with clear business objectives.

Nicola Kastner: Event Strategist with Intention

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Second-Tier Cities Dominate Event Volume Growth in February

Second-tier cities experienced the greatest growth in meetings and events in February with Louisville, Ky. leading the pack.

Second-Tier Cities Dominate Event Volume Growth in February

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MPI Builds Bridges in Luxembourg

MPI gathered its European community in Luxembourg, a new destination for most participants. The annual conference was an opportunity to build bridges between different groups.

MPI Builds Bridges in Luxembourg

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Venetian Macao Refreshes Cotai Arena to Meet Event Demand

Already the largest events operator in Macau, Sands is extending its offering with an upgraded 15,000-seat arena.

Venetian Macao Refreshes Cotai Arena to Meet Event Demand

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Workplace Bullying Allegations Roil Tourism Diversity Matters

The nonprofit Tourism Diversity Matters faces a scandal involving workplace bullying – its executive director has been fired, and the organization's founder and president has stepped down.

Workplace Bullying Allegations Roil Tourism Diversity Matters

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New York Mansion Opens Its Doors to Meetings and Events

This members-only social club has built a thriving business catering to top-tier meetings and events.

New York Mansion Opens Its Doors to Meetings and Events

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Thomas Reiser: The Evolution of Association Management

Thomas Reiser shares insights on the interplay of global influence, the evolution of membership, and the reshaping of industry standards.

Thomas Reiser: The Evolution of Association Management

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Event Tech News Roundup – February 2024

It's been a relatively quiet month for event tech. Still, there were some significant updates to the event tech landscape worth exploring.

Event Tech News Roundup – February 2024

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How to Use Empathy to Boost Attendee Engagement

The days of creating passive content are gone. Addressing attendee pain points and their desired outcomes requires creating custom content through active attendee engagement.

How to Use Empathy to Boost Attendee Engagement

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Wonky AI Fuels Mini Fyre Festival

Creators are exploring what is possible with AI, and some are going beyond what is acceptable. Questioning what is authentic or reliable is only one part of the equation when it comes to AI, but it is a skill everyone needs to develop rapidly.

Wonky AI Fuels Mini Fyre Festival