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Right people, right results – recruiting the right talent
The event you run is only as good as the people behind it. Project team talent, traits and trust matter. Kate Connell, project director at Event Concept reveals how to achieve the perfect blend.
Around the world in venues – July
All the freshest business meetings and events venue updates from across the UK and the world…
Why it’s time to invest in talent
Apprenticeships are a vital tool for enhancing the availability of talent in the  events industry, but perceptions must change – and industry leaders should be more active in encouraging them, argues Richard Waddington, lead at Event Apprenticeships.
Trade Show Vegan goes to The Meetings Show
It’s the return of #TradeShowVegan – the challenge to go plant-based while attending trade shows – and this time we’re on home territory. So how did our intrepid #TradeShowVegan fare atThe Meetings Show at London ExCeL?
Glasgow Convention Bureau partners with AccessAble to launch city’s first access guide for conference organisers and delegates
  According to the latest ICCA (International Conference & Convention Association) research published in spring 2023, one of the recently added asks from international associations is the inclusion of Diversity, Inclusion and Equity into the requirements of a conference host city. Partnering with AccessAble and the Royal College of Nursing – Company, Glasgow Convention Bureau have created the city’s first access guides for conference organisers and delegates.
ICC Wales report explores the value of face-to-face meetings
  The report, titled ‘Event Power: A Force for Good’, looks beyond the traditional measures of event impact – economic value, job creation, increased destination profiling – and focuses on the benefits that events bring to communities and supply chains, as well as on matters such as sustainability and future-building.
What is the unbeatable B2B event of the year?
Dan Keene, Director at Wonder, explores whether Cannes is in fact the ultimate B2B event. Perhaps, it’s all about the right balance.
Bushmills’ multi-sensory immersive experience
Chorus provided creative direction for a two-day multi-sensory experience to celebrate Bushmills’ unveiling of its new Causeway Distillery in Ireland.
Kia’s big sales success bash
 To mark a milestone sales target, a national gala celebration dinner was planned for over 650 delegates at The ICC Birmingham.
The safest countries for MICE travel in the world
As a top priority for all MICE trips, safety can vary depending on individual circumstances and factors. Nevertheless, AI along with IEP rankings have used the MICE industries chief factors to tally the top safest MICE countries in the world.
The Plastic Pollution Revolution
Before the single use plastic ban comes into effect, Julie Burniston explores what this means for the events industry, and how it can embrace alternatives.
Christmas Cheer!
Elle Roberts-Nissen, Head of Events from Conscious Communications with some inspiration for this year’s Christmas party.
Do you have an anonymous confession?
In every episode of C&IT’s podcast, RSVP, editors Calum Di Lieto and Charlotte Flach read out listeners’ industry confessions live on air. Submit yours here…
Meta’s brand relaunch at Cannes
Meta created an immersive experience at Cannes with the help of Jack Morton.
ICC Sydney discusses lasting legacies and sustainability
Senior Manager for Business Development at the ICC Sydney, Helen Mantellato, discusses their Legacy Program, bringing the outside in and their sustainability credentials.
Top tips for organising group travel
Recent research conducted by Good Travel Management looks at the top 5 tips for executing a successful group travel plan.
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