I-Touch Exhibitions
9 MINS AGO - I-Touch exhibitions is the leading Exhibition Stand Building Company based in Johannesburg, South Expand
9 MINS AGO - I-Touch exhibitions is the leading Exhibition Stand Building Company based in Johannesburg, South Africa. Our team has over 15 years of experience in exhibition stand design and manufacture. We operate throughout South Africa with our manufacturing head office based in Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa. We manufacture our own exhibition... Collapse
Connections Meetings set for Valle d’Aosta Courmayeur in November
1 HR AGO - Connections Meetings, the global networking event for senior decision-makers of luxury travel, has Expand
1 HR AGO - Connections Meetings, the global networking event for senior decision-makers of luxury travel, has confirmed it is to hold its 2019 edition in Valle d’Aosta Courmayeur, Italy, 15–18 November. Dedicated to professionals in the high-end meetings and incentives sector, Connections Meetings expects to welcome up to 80 decision-makers in Valle d’Aosta this year, connecting global planners with suppliers.Italy, Delegates will take part in one-to-one meetings and local, authentic experiences, such as wood carving, a masterclass in making La Grolla (a local coffee drink with grappa), as well as meetings on the terrace with views of Mont Blanc. Connections Meetings will offer an educational programme, including inspirational talks from industry leaders and pioneers in the meetings industry sector. Andrea Tassini (pictured left), Co-Founder of Allure Alps, the official destination management company for the event, commented: “We are very excited about organising the logistics for Connections Collapse
Abu Dhabi welcomed more than 10 million international visitors in 2018
3 HRS AGO - Abu Dhabi welcomed more than 10 million international visitors in 2018, with the emirate also Expand
3 HRS AGO - Abu Dhabi welcomed more than 10 million international visitors in 2018, with the emirate also posting figures showing incredible growth over the last three years. These figures were powered by the addition of a host of world-class events and enhancements to all of its specialised tourism sectors, as well as massive improvements to its infrastructure and significant development of its cultural assets. The UAE capital, which has witnessed an increase in hotel guests of 13.62% since the beginning of 2016, has worked hard to reinforce its position as a destination with remarkable global appeal and as a place destined to become a key cultural city of the future. Abu Dhabi has seen huge advances across all areas of tourism sectors, including the cultural, business, family-focussed and medical sectors, with the cruise sector providing more than 350,000 visitors to the emirate in 2018. The emirate’s world-class cultural assets also attracted more than 2,672,732 people to the emirate; further Collapse
Edinburgh International Conference Centre releases annual results
20 HRS AGO - The Edinburgh International Conference Centre (EICC) has reported record results for 2018, with Expand
20 HRS AGO - The Edinburgh International Conference Centre (EICC) has reported record results for 2018, with operating profits at £1.4m (USD$1.85m) for the year to 31 December 2018. Revenue figures of £11.8m (USD$15.65m) were achieved during the financial year while economic impact reached £58.1m (USD$77.09m), with visitor numbers totalling over 300,000 to the venue over the 12-month period. Marshall Dallas (pictured second from left), chief executive of the EICC, said: “It’s encouraging to have built profitability over the last three years, particularly when you consider we achieved this from a negative base back in 2014 when the venue reported a £1.5m operating loss.” During 2018, the EICC secured significant events, including TEDSummit 2019, while growing both national and international corporate and association business. With association business accounting for 60 per cent of turnover this globally recognised industry contributes not only to the EICC but to the wider knowledge economy of the Collapse
Bed tax: funding stream or destination nightmare?
1 DAY AGO - Phillip Cooke (pictured below left) investigates the contentious issue of bed tax, which has Expand
1 DAY AGO - Phillip Cooke (pictured below left) investigates the contentious issue of bed tax, which has sprung up in many destinations around the globe. But is it a solution, or a further problem? Many countries and cities are able to devote large sums of money to promoting and developing their tourism industries via a system that taxes the visitor, not the host. These competing regions, most notably in the USA and Canada, use a Transient Visitor Tax system to raise funds that can only be used for the promotion and development of their tourism industries, and they do this by means of a locally-determined tax that is placed on related expenditure. Hotel accommodation is just one of several related transient visitor taxes that are employed in the USA and which include a Food and Beverage Tax added to restaurant bills and a Convention Centre Development Tax added to the cost of hiring a conference centre or similar venue. Transient visitor taxes are ‘hypothecated’ taxes which means that Collapse
101+ Fundraising (Event) Ideas
1 DAY AGO - Fundraising is essential to many events, but it can feel daunting to find new ways to raise money. Expand
1 DAY AGO - Fundraising is essential to many events, but it can feel daunting to find new ways to raise money. After all, originality is the key to participation. Here are the most original ideas and 60 apps to raise more money for your event. This list of 101+ ideas for fundraising can help get those magical juices […]
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#SeamlessSA: Physical retail needs to step up
1 DAY AGO - Traditional brick and mortar retailers still have a future despite the boom in online retail, but Expand
1 DAY AGO - Traditional brick and mortar retailers still have a future despite the boom in online retail, but they have to be open to change, says Vicus Bouwer, divisional director: retail leasing Africa, Broll, South Africa, who spoke at Seamless Southern Africa last week. Read more... | Send to a friend Collapse
Scan Display’s new, improved fabric lightbox
2 DAYS AGO - Lightboxes have become a sought-after medium for branding in retail stores and commercial Expand
2 DAYS AGO - Lightboxes have become a sought-after medium for branding in retail stores and commercial properties. This is not surprising, as they are visually striking, versatile in size and placement, and the graphics are easily updated.
“Our lightboxes are one of our bestsellers,” says Justin Hawes, MD of exhibition, events and display specialist, Scan Display. “We have recently made some product modifications to the frame and the fabric which have given our lightbox some unique..... Collapse
Inaugural Abu Dhabi International Boat Show sails onto awards shortlist
2 DAYS AGO - With seven months until the 2019 edition of the Abu Dhabi International Boat Show (ADIBS), the Expand
2 DAYS AGO - With seven months until the 2019 edition of the Abu Dhabi International Boat Show (ADIBS), the inaugural edition in 2018 is still generating a buzz after being shortlisted by the Middle East Special Event (MESE) Awards in the Best Consumer Exhibition category. The 2018 show attracted 21,123 attendees, 270 exhibitors and brands from 25 countries, for its maiden voyage at Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC). The 2019 edition is scheduled to run 16-19 October, as organisers say they anticipate a total of 350 exhibitors. ADIBS 2019 will also work calibrate its content with Abu Dhabi Economic Vision 2030 by providing boat builders and shipyards the opportunity to showcase what they can bring to the marine industry in the region to support regional industry growth by introducing a dedicated pavilion for UAE boat manufacturers. The MESE Awards will be announced during the Middle East Special Event & Exhibition Show to be held at Madinat Jumeriah in Dubai on 8-9 April.
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Exploring the bed tax issue in Ottawa
1 HR AGO - Lesley Mackay, Ottawa Tourism’s Vice-President for Meetings and Major Events, follows up on CMW’s Expand
1 HR AGO - Lesley Mackay, Ottawa Tourism’s Vice-President for Meetings and Major Events, follows up on CMW’s recent bed taxes cover story. Your recent bed taxes article raises some interesting questions about an income stream that many people and organisations find troubling. However, a close look at the numbers show that there is a compelling argument for such a tax. In fact, here in Ottawa, where we host more than 11m visitors per year and generate CAD$3bn in economic output for the city, the tax is a real confidence booster, allowing us to expand our offering and grow our profile on the global stage. In 2017, the Canadian province of Ontario passed legislation to allow municipalities to implement a Municipal Accommodation Tax (MAT). Consequently, as of 1 January, 2018, Ottawa Tourism, the destination marketing organisation of Canada’s capital city, welcomed the change as it replaced a 3% voluntary Destination Marketing Fee (DMF) collected by hotels representing 90% of the city’s room Collapse
Liberty Radio Awards announces finalists
1 HR AGO - © [[www.123rf.com 123RF.com]].</span>The 2019 Liberty Radio Awards has announced its finalists Expand
1 HR AGO - © [[www.123rf.com 123RF.com]].</span>The 2019 Liberty Radio Awards has announced its finalists for the awards competition. Read more... | Send to a friend Collapse
MECC Maastricht launches new international marketing campaign
4 HRS AGO - The MECC Maastricht in The Netherlands is launching a new international marketing campaign to Expand
4 HRS AGO - The MECC Maastricht in The Netherlands is launching a new international marketing campaign to align with its new €49m expansion, beginning in June. The campaign will come courtesy of Eindhoven advertising agency Megawatt. Its aim will be to convince the target market – organisers of congresses, trade shows and events – that the MECC Maastricht is the best choice for events. MECC Maastricht’s current campaign ‘Beyond Boundaries’ served as inspiration during the development of the campaign. The new campaign is titled ‘we are the event’, and focuses on presenting the venue as a unified provider of many different services. TEFAF, the largest international art fair, has been held in MECC Maastricht for 32 years now, and played a metaphorical role in the campaign. The MECC Maastricht employees are portrayed in a painting hung on the wall in museum-exhibit fashion, in the middle of MECC Maastricht’s largest hall. Simon Coolen, Creative Director at Megawatt, commented: “In Collapse
MCI opens up in Hangzhou and Portugal
1 DAY AGO - Global PCO MCI Group has announced the launch of two new offices, MCI Hangzhou and MCI Portugal. Expand
1 DAY AGO - Global PCO MCI Group has announced the launch of two new offices, MCI Hangzhou and MCI Portugal. MCI Hangzhou follows a joint venture partnership with two state-owned enterprises: Hangzhou Tourism Investment Co., Ltd and Hangzhou Zhonghe Investment Co., Ltd. While MCI Portugal strengthens MCI Group’s presence in Europe with an office in Lisbon. MCI Hangzhou and, with MCI China as majority shareholder, the new office will curate and create content for the company’s partners’ integrated space projects ‘Urban Constellation’ and ‘Qianjiang Century Park’ to make them more visible to audiences. Hangzhou, famous for the UNESCO World Heritage sites of West Lake and Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal, is the capital of Zhejiang Province in east China. Host city of 2016 G20 Summit, Hangzhou demonstrated its ability to host large international conferences and has been awarded the 2022 Asian Games. The city is also home to the e-commerce giant Alibaba, and a hotbed for internet and tech startup Collapse
Survey reveals 231bn yen effect to local economy from PACIFICO Yokohama
1 DAY AGO - PACIFICO Yokohama, one of the largest MICE complexes in Japan, had a 231bn ($2.07bn) yen effect on Expand
1 DAY AGO - PACIFICO Yokohama, one of the largest MICE complexes in Japan, had a 231bn ($2.07bn) yen effect on the local economy in 2017, according to the city’s latest survey on the economic ripple effects of events. The economic ripple effect was also found to have increased 12% over the previous survey. The venue is now looking forward to the further expansion of its economic impact with the addition of the new PACIFICO Yokohama North facility scheduled to open in spring of 2020. Additionally, the effect of the venue on the lives of Yokohama residents was measured and found to be approximately 4.2 billion yen, an increase of 20% over the previous survey. One benefit noted was low transportation costs being passed on to local residents.
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#SeamlessSA: Ink Eze's 5 actionable tips to grow an online community
1 DAY AGO - Nigerian entrepreneur Ink Eze knows how to grow an online community: her wedding community Bella Expand
1 DAY AGO - Nigerian entrepreneur Ink Eze knows how to grow an online community: her wedding community Bella Naija Weddings has over three million followers on Instagram and its counterpart, the African fashion community Aso Ebi Bella is a close second with 1.8 million Instagram followers. Read more... | Send to a friend Collapse
Canada’s Meetings Mean Business franchise steps on stage in Panama
2 DAYS AGO - The Business Events Industry Coalition of Canada (BEICC) is the first organisation to execute the Expand
2 DAYS AGO - The Business Events Industry Coalition of Canada (BEICC) is the first organisation to execute the new Meetings Mean Business (MMB) licensing agreement and has rebranded as MMB Canada. The Meetings Mean Business Coalition is a cross-industry communications and advocacy initiative and platform for industry professionals to better advocate for the power of face-to-face meetings. The licensing agreement allows partners in countries and regions outside of the United States to use MMB branding, messaging and research to form one strong voice for the industry. The MMB Canada 2019 Chair, Heidi Welker, spoke at the annual congress in Panama, 15 March, of the Federation of Congress Organisers and Allied Organisations of Latin America (or COCAL as its acronym is in Spanish). Welker said: “I think success for business events is the same regardless of the country you live in. By example, for us in Canada success means we have the resources and assets in place to effectively inform public policy Collapse
CTICC makes cashless system available for all clients
2 DAYS AGO - The Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) is rolling out its cashless services to all Expand
2 DAYS AGO - The Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) is rolling out its cashless services to all clients, having initiated a cashless system for all food and beverage stations last year most notably during the Cape Town International Jazz Festival on site. Julie-May Ellingson, CEO of the CTICC, says that experiment was such a success, they are taking it a step further. “The cashless system, which is available to any of our clients, is safer and so much quicker for vendors. We are going one step further this year with another advancement – instead of a card, festival-goers can simply swipe their CTIJF wristband,” Ellingson noted. Buying refreshments by swiping a wristband means much shorter queues and festival-goers can also order and load their wristbands in advance on the Howler.co.za website. There is, however, a R5 (US$0.35) charge, to redeem any funds left on the wristband at the end of the event. “We can promise festival-goers, musicians and vendors a great experience enhanced Collapse
Peter Greste to deliver keynote at Evolve 2019 Down Under
2 DAYS AGO - Australian journalist Peter Greste, who was imprisoned in Egypt, will deliver a keynote Expand
2 DAYS AGO - Australian journalist Peter Greste, who was imprisoned in Egypt, will deliver a keynote presentation at Meetings & Events Australia’s (MEA) annual conference, Evolve 2019, on the lessons he learnt on survival during his time in gaol. Greste spent two decades reporting from the front line in some of the world’s most dangerous countries before making headlines himself following his own incarceration in an Egyptian prison. Charged with threatening national security and kept in solitary confinement and detention for 400 days, Greste became a victim and symbol of the new global war on journalism. Greste will talk about how the power of maintaining a solid focus and having a clear sense of mission and purpose helped him build resilience during his time in prison. He admits to not being a fan of twitter but acknowledges that the influence and impact of social media helped in his release through one of the world’s biggest social media campaigns #freeAJstaff that rallied international Collapse
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Québec City to host Woodrise 2019 congress
1 HR AGO - The Québec City Convention Centre, in collaboration with the City of Québec, has announced that Expand
1 HR AGO - The Québec City Convention Centre, in collaboration with the City of Québec, has announced that the second World Congress on Mid-and High-rise Wood Buildings (Woodrise 2019) will be held in Québec City 30 September – 4 October. Woodrise 2019 organisers expect to attract over 1,000 international attendees, including wood construction stakeholders, decision-makers, and professionals to share their knowledge and strengths in order to position wood as a leading construction material for tomorrow’s sustainable cities. The theme for Woodrise 2019 is ‘Building our cities for future generations’ and this year’s edition has been jointly organised by FPInnovations (Canada) and Institut technologique FCBA (France). The inaugural congress, was held in 2017 in Bordeaux, France. “Wood from sustainably managed forests will play an increasingly important role. That’s why we’re investing strategically today in areas such as high-rise wood buildings and the emerging bio-economy to ensure that Collapse
#SeamlessSA: Stay woke and grow your business
2 HRS AGO - You don't have to shy away from using your social awareness or 'wokeness' to grow your business. Expand
2 HRS AGO - You don't have to shy away from using your social awareness or 'wokeness' to grow your business. In fact, it might do better if you do. Read more... | Send to a friend Collapse
Former FBI special agent to head San Diego Convention Center security
4 HRS AGO - The San Diego Convention Center Corporation has announced that Todd Temple, a decorated special Expand
4 HRS AGO - The San Diego Convention Center Corporation has announced that Todd Temple, a decorated special agent with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), has been selected to lead its security team. Temple will start with the Convention Center as the Director of Public Safety and Guest Services on 2 April. He is replacing Josh Layne, who is leaving his role after 12 years of service. Temple is a 22-year FBI veteran, serving as the current Crisis Management and Special Event Coordinator of the FBI’s San Diego Field Office. During his FBI career, he served as a Supervisory Special Agent (SSA) of the San Diego Division’s Joint Terrorism Task Force and the Division’s Critical Incident Response Team. Temple managed the division’s crisis response programs, which includes Command Post Operations, Special Agent Bomb Technicians, Special Events and the Evidence Response Team. Within Special Events, he was responsible for FBI resources and response capability for large-scale special events in the Collapse
Michael Phelps and John Cena to deliver keynotes at Connect 2019
1 DAY AGO - Connect has announced that Michael Phelps will deliver the opening address at Connect 2019, taking Expand
1 DAY AGO - Connect has announced that Michael Phelps will deliver the opening address at Connect 2019, taking place Aug. 26-28, in Louisville. Phelps is a retired American competitive swimmer and the most successful and most decorated Olympian in history, with a total of 28 medals. President Chris Collinson said: “We are very excited to include one of the most celebrated athletes of all time in the Connect 2019 program. Our goal every year is to deliver high-calibre speakers, education and networking opportunities that will elevate each attendee’s personal and professional success. Phelps’ inspiring message will not disappoint.” Phelps will deliver his address from 5-6pm on Monday 26 August. He joins a star-studded keynote lineup alongside John Cena, who will speak on Wednesday 28 August. Connect is committed to providing an engaging trade show experience that not only allows attendees to grow professionally but close business in a cost-effective manner. During Marketplace, planners and Collapse
Brand South Africa and InvestSA embark on an investment promotion roadshow
1 DAY AGO - Brand South Africa in collaboration with the Department of Trade and Industry's InvestSA will be Expand
1 DAY AGO - Brand South Africa in collaboration with the Department of Trade and Industry's InvestSA will be embarking on an investment promotion roadshow to Switzerland, Germany, France and India from 19-30 March 2019. Read more... | Send to a friend Collapse
Scottish Event Campus appoints new board member
1 DAY AGO - The Scottish Event Campus (SEC) has announced a new addition to its board, with the appointment of Expand
1 DAY AGO - The Scottish Event Campus (SEC) has announced a new addition to its board, with the appointment of John Watson as a non-executive Director. Watson is an operating principal for Global Infrastructure Partners (GIP), working with a number of the fund’s investments, and is CEO of Crosswind Developments Ltd. Prior to joining GIP, John was Managing Director of Lloyds Banking Group’s $50bn SME Lending portfolio during the banking liquidity crisis. He was also a founding board Director of the Business Growth Fund plc. John is also a trustee of Entrepreneurial Scotland Foundation, a non-executive director of the Institute of Directors and a member of the ICAS Governing Council. Announcing his appointment, Will Whitehorn, Chairman of the SEC said: “We are delighted that John has accepted a place on the Board of SEC at such an exciting time for the business. “John brings with him a wealth of experience across the financial markets and infrastructure investment, which will be invaluable as we Collapse
New Thai support for site visits for events for 80-plus from Australia
2 DAYS AGO - Australian event buyers with upwards of 80 delegates are now eligible to apply for financial Expand
2 DAYS AGO - Australian event buyers with upwards of 80 delegates are now eligible to apply for financial support from Thailand’s Convention and Exhibition Bureau (TCEB), thanks to a major policy shift. TCEB has decided to provide financial support for site inspections for Australian meeting and incentive organisers, provided they have a minimum of 80 guests. The support can be for DMC services and ground transport to conduct an inspection, support that was previously only available to organisers of large conventions. TCEB representative Nicole Tingey, Director of Clockwise Consulting, describes the move as “a major gamechanger for buyers of outbound meetings and incentives”. “With this policy change, Thailand have significantly increased their competitive advantage. When organisers can see, feel and experience the destination they are recommending for their events, it makes a huge difference to the destination being chosen.” “The business event industry of Thailand headed by TCEB, knows that Collapse
Scan Display’s new, improved fabric lightbox
2 DAYS AGO - Lightboxes have become a sought-after medium for branding in retail stores and commercial Expand
2 DAYS AGO - Lightboxes have become a sought-after medium for branding in retail stores and commercial properties. This is not surprising, as they are visually striking, versatile in size and placement, and the graphics are easily updated. “Our lightboxes are one of our bestsellers,” says Justin Hawes, MD... Collapse
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