MIA Insights: 90% of event professionals agree work-life balance issues are impacting staff retention
Professionals from across the business meetings and events sector have reported work-life balance expectations are the leading factor impacting staff retention, according to a survey carried out by the Meetings Industry Association (MIA). The June research focussed on one of the industry’s most urgent priorities: its people. It revealed that over half of respondents (53%) […]
VENUES MONTH: Regional Renaissance – Why event planners are expanding beyond the South-East
A quiet but powerful shift is taking place in the UK’s events landscape: more event planners are looking beyond London and embracing regional cities such as Manchester, Bristol, Glasgow, Birmingham, and Leeds as prime destinations for national and international events. While the capital remains a prestigious location, rising costs, increasing demand for sustainability, and enhanced […]
Regeneration in the North: Aviva Studios’ role in creating a cultural hub beyond the capital
Across the North of England, the creative landscape is thriving. In Sunderland, plans for a new film studio promise to inject £334 million annually into the local economy. In Newcastle, the Cultural and Creative Zone initiative is unlocking new opportunities for artists, musicians, and filmmakers. West Yorkshire continues to blaze a trail with Channel 4’s […]
July 2025 is AV & Production Month on Event Organisers Briefing: Here’s how to get involved!
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 & Production. 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’re an AV & Production specialist […]
VENUES MONTH: What are the top venue selection criteria in 2025?
Event planners attending the London Venues Summit are reassessing what matters most when sourcing venues. Where capacity, location, and cost once dominated decision-making, a broader set of criteria is now shaping procurement strategies, driven by evolving delegate expectations, regulatory changes, and advances in event technology… Sustainability as StandardOrganisers are actively seeking venues with environmental credentials, […]
DATA: The event venue solutions organisers are looking for in 2025
Dining, Conferencing and Unique sites top the list of venue solutions event professionals are sourcing for their 2025 projects, according to our exclusive research. The buying trends have been revealed in the lead up to next month’s London Venues Summit, which takes place on July 7th at the De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms. Delegates registering […]
Join Amazon, the NHS, Octopus Energy and more at the London Venues Summit
The London Venues Summit in just over 4 weeks – register today for a dynamic day of innovation, networking, and insights taking place on Monday 7th July, in London. This year, we are thrilled to feature an outstanding lineup of speakers who are leaders in their fields, short meetings with top suppliers and multiple networking opportunities. Register free here. You’ll be joining peers representing […]
June 2025 is Venues Month on Event Organisers Briefing: Here’s how to get involved!
Each month on Event Organisers Briefing we’re shining the spotlight on a different part of the events market – and in June we’ll be focussing on Venues. 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’re an event venue and would like to […]
New event spaces open at The National Gallery’s Salisbury wing
The National Gallery has unveiled new event spaces, following the completion of a £85m investment into the redevelopment of its Grade I listed Sainsbury Wing. Reopened to the public on 10 May by King Charles III and Queen Camilla, the venue says the reimagined wing represents a major milestone in its bicentenary celebrations, with the transformation is […]
APPS & REGISTRATION MONTH: How mobile-first registration is shaping event processes
Mobile-first registration has become a gold standard for events, from corporate conferences and trade shows to university open days and cultural festivals. As attendee expectations shift towards frictionless, flexible, and fast experiences, event organisers are embracing app-based registration platforms that simplify every step of the journey, from initial sign-up to on-site check-in… No longer just […]