5 Minutes With… Duncan Bell, Director at Branchout Productions
In the latest instalment of our events industry executive interview series we spoke to Duncan Bell (pictured), Director at Branchout Productions, about the speed at which our sector moves, the ongoing shift in formats to encompass live and virtual experiences, the growing use of AI when it comes to adding value and impact, and the […]
Olympia: Rooted in history, transformed for the future
Olympia opened its doors in 1886 and has been hosting inspiring events ever since. From breathtaking consumer shows and thrilling sporting and music events, Olympia has been an icon for culture, creativity, entertainment, events and exhibitions. As it approaches its 140th year, Olympia is getting ready to unveil its £1.3bn regeneration project, set to transform the […]
August 2025 is Event Management solutions 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 August we’ll be focussing on Event Management 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’re an Event Management specialist and […]
AV & PRODUCTION MONTH: From Pixels to Impact – Maximising LED walls, projection mapping and XR experiences
The boundaries between stagecraft, digital art, and immersive storytelling are blurring, thanks to rapid innovation in event AV and production technology. For event managers seeking to engage audiences and amplify brand impact, tools like LED walls, projection mapping, and extended reality (XR) have moved from experimental to essential… LED Walls: From Backdrops to StoryboardsLED walls […]
Stadium Events & Hospitality Awards 2025 – The winners in full
Specialist events and hospitality teams from over 70 football, rugby and cricket venues across the UK joined together to recognise and celebrate their ‘off the pitch’ successes at The Stadium Events & Hospitality Awards 2025. The event is organised by Stadium Experience annually, and recognises the efforts and dedication shown by the catering, conference and […]
5 Minutes With… Ren Reynolds, Technical Production Director at Designed Event Production
In the latest instalment of our events industry executive interview series we spoke to Ren Reynolds, Technical Production Director at Designed Event Production, about post-pandemic budgets, the increasing focus on sustainability, increasing sophistication in hybrid and virtual events, and the future for LED wall technology… Tell us about your company, products and services. Designed Event […]
Have you secured your place at the Tech In Hospitality Summit?
There’s a free delete pass waiting for you at September’s Tech In Hospitality Summit – Can you afford not to claim it? 25th September – Hilton London Canary Wharf As an overview, the Tech in Hospitality Summit, is a unique event for professionals within the Hospitality technology sector to meet 1-2-1 with leading suppliers, offering […]
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 […]