C&IT partnered with Business Events Perth to conduct a survey to understand the changing needs of event planners, revealing their increasing focus on unique experiences and destination choices. This article is from C&IT and Business Events Perth’s (links inside) that produced a report on the Value of Experiences.
The UK event management industry, like many other sectors, has recognised the importance of diversity and inclusion (D&I) in recent years. D&I efforts aim to ensure that all individuals, regardless of their backgrounds, have equal opportunities, representation, and treatment within the industry.
As we always say at Hippo, an event doesn’t conclude after the last delegate leaves. It’s easy to forget the post-event debrief and its importance. Taking an objective view of the event, both in terms of the pre-event and on-site stages, is a vital step in analysis and feedback.
There are so many industry specific terms, acronyms and language that exists in the events world. Like every industry it can be hard to follow. We’re here to help explain.
Hologram technology allows presenters to "beam in" with lifelike 3D effects — in real time. However, with equipment costs extremely high, widespread use may still be some time off, if at all. Will we see this more often in the future?
Venue sourcing and selection is one of the biggest decisions an event organiser can make with regard to the success of their event. This article details a couple of hints and tips we use for spotting the red flags to weed out inappropriate event spaces and find the perfect venue for your event.
Coordinated as a combination of in-person meetings and virtual presentations, a successful hybrid event blends these elements seamlessly. Here we offer 15 common mistakes to avoid when hosting a hybrid event.
Serving delegates with memorable, quality food is one of the staples of a good host. It doesn’t mean you have to break the bank and lay on a feast fit for a King, but through strategic food and beverage selection, indulgent presentation and generous hospitality you can elevate the overall experience of your event.
Making your event sustainable is not at hard as one might initially think. The shift in sustainability has been huge over the past couple of years; in particular hotels and venues now place a great emphasis on ‘going green’.
Changes have taken place in almost every industry over the past 24 months, not least in the events world. Here we take a look at how Venue Finding has changed as a result of the pandemic.