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Industry Celebrates Its Purpose in April

Between the PCMA-led Business Events Industry Week and the U.S. Travel-led Global Meetings Industry Day, there is plenty of opportunity to celebrate the industry in April

Industry Celebrates Its Purpose in April

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New Bureau Launches to Meet High Demand for AI Speakers

Keynote speakers with expertise in artificial intelligence are in high demand as organizations embrace the new technology. One emerging speakers bureau is crafting bespoke sessions to meet client objectives.

New Bureau Launches to Meet High Demand for AI Speakers

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California Helps Make Meetings More Sustainable

California, a leader in the United States regarding sustainability, offers a wide variety of initiatives and properties focused on sustainability.

California Helps Make Meetings More Sustainable

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The Sphere’s First Corporate Keynote Is Set for June

Las Vegas’ Sphere is now officially working on corporate keynote sessions. This type of events could offer a welcome additional revenue stream for this cutting edge venue.

The Sphere’s First Corporate Keynote Is Set for June

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CES’s New President on the New Face of Consumer Technology

Last month, the Consumer Technology Association (CTA) made waves in the events industry with the elevation of Kinsey Fabrizio as president. She joins longtime CEO Gary Shapiro at the helm of CTA, which owns and produces CES (formerly the Consumer Electronics Show), following a meteoric rise over the past fifteen years.

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Bizzabo, Cvent and RainFocus Lead the Way in New Report

Bizzabo, Cvent, and RainFocus were singled out as leaders in Gartner's latest event technology report.

Bizzabo, Cvent and RainFocus Lead the Way in New Report

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8 Fitness Hacks for Event Travel

Yes, events are busy ordeals. Much like the holidays, it’s easy to throw your hands up and acquiesce over the feeling of becoming overwhelmed but a solid plan may save you when the robo bar comes a calling.

8 Fitness Hacks for Event Travel

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Commercial Real Estate Company Unlocks Event Spaces

Carr Properties, a real estate company, is opening up space in six of its properties for offsite events.

Commercial Real Estate Company Unlocks Event Spaces

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New Data Shows Growth in Event Jobs

New data suggests a return to pre-pandemic event job level is near. With two-thirds of positions being filled by event-industry newcomers, service levels may yet take some time to fully recover.

New Data Shows Growth in Event Jobs

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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