Planning events that appeal to established professionals but also new generations is an ongoing challenge for organisers at unique events venues. The International Live Events Association UK Chapter recently outlined its education strategy and themes for the coming year, with particular emphasis on global technology trends, creative play and the millennial and centennial mind-sets.
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Top Tips - Getting the most from events
So, your place on the conference is booked. You’re looking forward to attending the unique venue, but as the conference approaches, it is time to consider how to make the most of the opportunities it has to offer.
Central Hall Westminster helps painting project for charity
The Events Team at HCCE’s Central Hall Westminster took time out from organising conferences at their unique event venue in London for their annual charity day. This year, the team spent their time dressed in overalls and armed with paintbrushes at the Notting Hill Methodist Church.
Tiered pricing trending in the events industry
Correctly pricing an event is a delicate balance. If the price is too expensive, attendance could be low, but price it too cheaply, and even a well-attended event may not cover costs. Many events organisers are finding a solution in a tiered system of prices to balance the costs.
The importance of connections
When planning corporate events, connectivity is essential for success. Locations with good connections inevitably attract more events and build a reputation for success. However, in an ever-changing world it is important for cities to monitor their connectivity to ensure it remains at the highest standard.
European business travellers more worried about weather than safety
In the UK and across the globe, more and more reports of threats to public safety and tragic events feature in the news. One might expect that business travellers would be more concerned about this than anything else as they travel to unique meeting venues throughout the world. But according to recent research carried out by Carlson Wagonlit Travel, European business travellers are less worried about safety than the rest of the world.
Tourism Industry Council now includes business and events
The UK Tourism Industry Council is seeking to increase its links with the business and events sector with John Glenn MP, the minister for Arts, Heritage and Tourism inviting the chairman of the Business Visits and Events Partnership (BVEP), Michael Hirst OBE, to take a permanent place on the council.