An always on connection is non-negotiable at event venues
With the increasing dependence on internet-based services at events and venues, a reliable internet connection is crucial. From cloud-based applications to VoIP communications, high performance and resilient connectivity underpins every aspect of business activity and operations. Yet far too many companies still lack confidence in the quality and resilience of their current connectivity infrastructure. With […]
This is what the Meeting of the Future will look like
Meetings and events organisers are looking to knock down ‘barriers to entry’ and create more inclusive spaces for attendees not historically used to attending such occasions, according to new research. The research has been undertaken by Lime Venue Portfolio in response to event professionals who are increasingly looking to understand what is coming next for […]
Venues of Excellence celebrates new additions
Venues of Excellence (VOE) is celebrating adding thirteen new venues to its portfolio over the past 12 months, with a 94% retention in its current membership. The latest additions include: Horwood House, IXL Centre, Old Thorns Hotel, Lilleshall House and Gardens, The studio Birmingham, The HAC, Hilton Garden Inn Silverstone, and MTC Liverpool. Its new […]
Emirates Old Trafford nears completion of £75m redevelopment with new events & hotel space
The launch of a new hotel extension and event space later this year will complete the £75 million 15-year redevelopment of Manchester’s Emirates Old Trafford cricket complex. The latest new development at Emirates Old Trafford will be the extension of the venue’s on-site hotel, which first opened its doors in September 2017. The four-star Hilton […]
Do you specialise in AV & Event Production? We want to hear from you!
Each month on Event Organisers Briefing we’re shining the spotlight on a different part of the events market – and in July we’ll be focussing on AV & Event Production solutions. It’s all part of our ‘Recommended’ editorial feature, designed to help events industry buyers find the best products and services available today. So, if you specialise in AV […]
Registration now open for the PA Life Summit
The PA Life Summit will return to Hilton London Canary Wharf on Thursday 14th of September 2023 – a one of a kind event that connects Executive Support Professionals o the events, venue and hospitality suppliers they need (and more!). As always (and like sister events such as the London venues Summit), the PA Life Summit […]
ICCA and BestCities Global Alliance award funding for ‘impact and legacy’ in conference planning
BestCities Global Alliance and the International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA) have unveiled changes to their flagship Incredible Impacts Programme. Celebrating the “beyond tourism” value of international association meetings, the programme provides a global platform for meetings that have proven impact while recognising their contributions with a cash reward. Starting this year, the Incredible Impacts Programme will […]
Transforming efficiency and customer experience within hospitality
The UK restaurant industry expected to grow 15% between 2022 and 2027 to £90 billion. But how are providers going to meet escalating demand for a great customer experience both eating in and via delivery apps when official figures show hospitality vacancies have risen by 72% since Brexit, while the number of EU workers in the industry has fallen […]
Leadenhall Market adds more food options to its portfolio
The City of London’s Leadenhall Market has unveiled three new food & drink outlets opening this month, introducing flavours from Argentina, Lebanon and Taiwan. First to have open its doors is Argentinian Grill, serving up various cuts of flame cooked meats alongside popular South American sides including Provenzal fries, sweet potato and empanadas. The restaurant […]
Creative spaces offering memorable experiences ‘critical to successful in-person meetings’
80 per cent of meeting planners agree that their current role involves more ‘experience creation’ for attendees compared to pre-pandemic. That’s according to the latest Meeting Room of the Future report from IACC, in which planners say that it is crucial to create an event which is seen as having real value from attending in-person as […]