Event Industry News Roundup
Winners Announced for Coveted Launchpad Competition at Event Tech Live 2024
Last week, Excel London played host to the prestigious Launchpad Competition during Event Tech Live 2024, celebrating innovation and ingenuity in the event technology sector. Designed to give startups a platform to shine, the competition offered participants the chance to exhibit alongside industry giants, with vital funding support from Event Industry News.
This year’s competition saw a flurry of excitement as startups showcased their one-minute explainer videos ahead of the show, inviting Event Industry News readers to vote for their favourites. The top three startups were then invited to pitch live on stage during Day 2 of Event Tech Live, presenting their groundbreaking ideas to a panel of industry experts and judges.
Evessio wins “Best Event Management Platform 2024” at the Event Technology Awards 2024
We’re thrilled to share that Evessio has been named “Best Event Management Platform” at the Event Technology Awards 2024! This incredible recognition means so much to us, especially in such a competitive category judged by some of the most respected leaders in the events industry.
A team effort
This win belongs to everyone at Evessio. From our support team ensuring smooth operations, to our development team driving innovation, and our sales and marketing teams spreading the word—each person played a vital role in making this happen. Thank you to our amazing team for their passion and hard work!
ASCOT – From Sport to Stage: The UK’s Best Large Event Spaces!
You can’t say the word ‘Ascot’ without thinking ‘racecourse’ – the two are inextricably linked, synonymous with elegance, tradition and excitement. While the racecourse is world-renowned for its 26 annual race days, including the highlight of the British summer social season, Royal Ascot, there’s more to this iconic destination than meets the eye. Beyond the roar of the crowd and the glamour of the races, Ascot offers an exceptional venue for a variety of events, from corporate functions to private celebrations.
Outside of the racing calendar, this dual-purpose venue hosts over 300 events annually from intimate meetings for 10 to exclusive summer parties for 4,000. Offering an impressive portfolio of more than 300 stunning indoor and outdoor event spaces set over 170 acres of beautiful parkland, Ascot is flexible with accommodating an expansive range of custom events, no matter how ambitious.
GH Display Shines at Event Sustainability Live and Event Tech Live
By Jenny Hodson, Director at GH Display
Our stand, built with recycled materials and renewable energy, was a testament to our dedication to sustainability. From reused structures to graphics made from recycled marine waste, everything on our stand was carefully designed to minimise environmental impact.
Read on to discover how we showcased our sustainable approach, met with both new and existing clients, and contributed to shaping a greener future for the events industry.
Meetings Industry Association unveils essential Martyn’s Law guidance for business events sector
To provide clarity for the sector, the Meeting Industry Association (MIA)has produced a practical guide to help the business meetings and events industry navigate the forthcoming Martyn’s Law.
Working in partnership with leading security and risk management experts GSA Global, the trade association has compiled a step-by-step roadmap to help the sector stay ahead of the potential requirements, so it is ready when the law is enacted.
2025 applications open for NOWIE’s event industry mentoring programme
The Network Of Women In Events launches the third year of their renowned industry mentoring scheme
The Network of Women in Events (NOWIE) has announced the return of their annual event industry mentoring scheme, Level Up. The programme pairs women in their junior to mid-career with an experienced mentor, providing tailored support to participants as they navigate challenges, transitions and next steps in their professional journey. Established in 2013, NOWIE has recently reformed as a Community Interest Company, and strives to create better opportunities for women in the events sector at all stages of their career, through networking, community and improved representation. Now in its third year, and following a recent rebrand, Level Up makes its highly anticipated return following an overwhelming response and demand during the 2024 programme. Applications are open from Monday 25th November, with successful applicants expected to receive their pairings before the end of the year.
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The Meetings Show starts search for innovators and experts for 2025 show
The Meetings Show, the UK’s leading event that brings together the world’s meetings and events community, is calling for innovators and industry experts to submit their game-changing ideas and insights for the 2025 show.
Can you confidently talk about the future of event marketing? Are you bursting with top tips for improving well-being in the industry? Have you got the handle on hybrid?
If so, The Meetings Show’s knowledge team would love to hear how you would share these insights – and more – with a global audience of corporate, agency and association planners when it returns on 25-26 June at Excel London.
Celtic Manor Resort renames conference centre in memory of Ian Edwards
The meetings and events facilities at the Celtic Manor Resort have been renamed the Ian Edwards Conference Centre to celebrate the memory of the venue’s long-serving Chief Executive Officer, who sadly passed away last month.
Ian was the conference centre manager when the Resort Hotel opened in 1999 and, after returning to Celtic Manor in 2008, he played a huge part in attracting and delivering a wide variety of successful events within the facilities that now bear his name.
Expocast Announces Exciting New Partnership with B1G1
Expocast is thrilled to announce its new partnership with B1G1, a global organisation that connects businesses with high-impact giving initiatives. This partnership marks a significant step in Expocast’s commitment to integrating social responsibility into its core business operations, creating tangible positive impacts around the world.
Through this partnership, Expocast will align its business activities with meaningful contributions to various charitable projects. By incorporating giving into everyday transactions, Expocast aims to transform its customer and candidate interactions into opportunities for positive change.
Highbar.ai launches industry-first Event Co-Pilot
Highbar.ai, the industry’s first AI-powered event co-pilot, is thrilled to announce the launch of its beta program. Designed to transform the attendee experience, Highbar combines an AI chatbot with a fully-featured event app, delivering instant answers to virtually any attendee question. By blending the power of an AI co-pilot with an event app, Highbar can offer personalised support and insights for attendees while freeing organisers to focus on creating exceptional event experiences.
“We challenged ourselves to create a chatbot experience that’s deeply optimised for attendees,” said Michael Balyasny, Highbar’s Founder & CEO. “The event apps and guides of yesterday make attendees do a lot of work to find the information they need. Highbar delivers answers instantly, it’s all about elevating the event experience and integrating technology elegantly.”
Live Group Announces Two Senior Executive Appointments
Live Group is proud to announce the appointment of two senior executives, James Barrett and Ben Pearson, as the company continues to sharpen its focus on delivering a best-in-class client experience and accelerates its ambitious growth strategy into 2025.
These strategic hires reinforce Live Group’s standing as an industry leader, driving innovative client and delegate engagement solutions.
James Gallagher-Powell joins d&b group as new Chief Strategy Officer
d&b group announces the appointment of James Gallagher-Powell as Chief Strategy Officer (CSO), a role that will support the company’s ambitious growth and innovation strategies.
Gallagher-Powell’s expertise in strategic planning, finance and operational excellence will be instrumental as d&b group continues to expand its position as an experienced technology company.