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International Festival Forum (IFF)

Omeara 6 O’Meara St,, London

The International Festival Forum (IFF) presented its eighth edition in 2022. Since launching in 2015, it has become the leading annual meeting place for the world’s top booking agencies and the cream of the international festival business. IFF sees the industry’s principal buyers and sellers come together for 2.5 days of networking, showcases, and conference sessions. The invitation-only event takes place in the autumn, just as conversations about the following year’s festival line-ups are well underway. IFF provides a dedicated platform for buyers and sellers to network. IFF’s partner agencies showcase the hottest new festival-ready artists from their roster, while a programme of panels, workshops and keynote interviews allow leaders and innovators in the music festival space to share knowledge and best practice. IFF has a deliberately focused make-up of delegates. Attendance is restricted to festivals above 10,000-capacity per day, and key booking agencies. All previous editions of IFF have sold out several weeks in advance.

Production Futures ON TOUR

Production Park 53 Lidgate Cres, Langthwaite Business Park, South Kirkby, Pontefract, Wakefield, United Kingdom

We are touring our events around the UK with our world leading partners to inspire newcomers to join the Live Events, Music, Festival, Touring, Theatre, Corporate, TV, Broadcast and Film Production industry

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Kempinski Hotel Muscat 335 Street 6,, Muscat 138,, Oman

An international networking experience for top-tier events agencies to meet a truly global collective of luxury hotels and destination specialists, whilst also getting immersed into the destination itself. Join us for 3 days of experiences and networking in Muscat, Oman.

Surrey Event Professionals

Surrey Event Professionals, has a number of specialist networking groups, which all meet collectively at this meeting!

EAFN Show East Anglia

The EAFN Show is back at the iconic Ipswich Town Hall and Corn Exchange on 5 October 2023!   For more information, free registration and applications to exhibit please visit our EAFN Show 2023 pages at  https://eafn.co.uk/the-eafn-show-2023 

The Power of Events @ Sheffield Hallam University

Discover The Power of Events, explore the Event Industry Insight App and mingle with event professionals, at Sheffield Hallam University. Join us for The Power of Events Roadshow, on Thursday October 5th 2023 at Hallam View, Sheffield Hallam University, Owen Building, Arundel Gate, Sheffield, S1 1WB. This in-person event will kick off at 2pm. The Power of Events is thrilled to announce its inaugural tour to introduce the eagerly awaited Event Industry Insight App. This unique roadshow will traverse the four nations, igniting enthusiasm and showcasing this groundbreaking App. The Power of Events and Sheffield Hallam University invites event professionals, organisers, and enthusiasts to join the us on 5th October on campus at Sheffield Hallam for a chance to hear about the app from The Power of Events team as well as network with existing and next generation event profs. Join us on this exhilarating journey as the Event Industry […]

Inspirational Venue Roadshow: Down Hall Hotel

Down Hall Hotel Matching Road, Hatfield Heath,, Essex,, United Kingdom

The first event of our 2023/2024 Inspirational Venue Roadshow Series kicks off at Down Hall Hotel on 9 October 2023. Located in Hatfield Heath near Bishop’s Stortford, Essex, Down Hall Hotel is one of England’s most established country house hotels. The hotel exudes luxury with 98 individually designed bedrooms reflecting grandeur and elegance, a wide range of dining experiences serving exciting dishes with ingredients sourced from their very own vegetable garden. There is a big focus on taking time out to relax and what better way to do that than in the Eden Spa which offers a tranquil escape from day to day life where you can relax the mind, revive the body and soothe the soul. When it comes to meetings, Down Hall Hotel has 14 private dining and meeting spaces with the largest accommodating up to 200 guests, with modern AV and meetings facilities, comfortable seating and executive […]

A Greener Future – Assessor Training

online event

AGF has developed this Environmental Assessor training course drawing upon the last 15 years of experience in assessing festivals and events around the world. Training focuses on the key operational issues of events which create an impact on the environment developing the knowledge and skills of participants to undertake environmental assessments or simply to improve their understanding. This is a 2 week part-time Online Assessor Training course developed in partnership with Falmouth University and is accessible internationally. Course Content Legal Framework and Policy Local Impacts and Risks Sustainable Procurements Travel & Transport Event Power Solid Waste & Recycling Water usage, Waste Water and Sewerage The Circular Event Behaviour & Communication AGF Assessment Familiarisation & Post Event Reporting Learning will be supported by the use of case studies drawn from real events.

IMEX Las Vegas

Mandalay Bay 3950 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89119,, United States

Our award-winning show brings the meetings industry together to do a year’s worth of business under one roof. Suppliers and buyers from every sector of the meetings industry come together at IMEX, held at Mandalay Bay, Las Vegas. It’s free to attend, and our four-day program offers specialist education, networking, and much more, on and off the trade show floor.

The Showman’s Show

Newbury Showground Priors Court, Hermitage,, Thatcham

The Showman's Show is the UK's original and most comprehensive exhibition of products, services and entertainment for the outdoor and special event world. At the easily accessible setting of Newbury Showground, Berkshire, the show attracts an average of 6000 attendees and 350 exhibiting companies. If you organise or supply outdoor events, this show is for you.

CHS Birmingham 2023

ICC Birmingham 8 Centenary Square,, Birmingham, United Kingdom

CHS Birmingham returns to the UK’s second city for it’s 3rd year in 2023. This one-day exhibition is for anyone organising business events, from small meetings to large conferences and everything in between. Meet over 200 venues, destinations, and event suppliers, develop professionally and personally through the education programme and enjoy a VIP experience like no other!

The Events Summit

Emirates Old Trafford Talbot Rd, Old Trafford, Stretford,, Manchester, United Kingdom

Major Events International are returning to Manchester for The Events Summit on the 1st November. This year they will be bringing the decision makers from sports, music, and cultural events from both the UK and Europe to one place for a day of networking, rich content and social activities. The programme will include leading major events industry experts, who will be discussing some of the biggest issues and topics facing the industry this year. Topics will include maximising revenue, workforce management, technology for fan engagement, and sustainability best practice. To find out who will be on the panels and what else to expect at this year's Events Summit, head to the website.

MasterClass in Sustainable Events – Course in London

ExCeL London Royal Victoria Dock, 1 Western Gateway, London, United Kingdom

The Event Industry is embracing sustainable event management policies, but it can be challenging task to implement these policies in practice.

MasterClass in Event Production – Course in London

ExCeL London Royal Victoria Dock, 1 Western Gateway, London, United Kingdom

Effective event management or event planning requires a professional understanding of event production. An ability to knowledgeably and intelligently discuss production needs with a range of technicians, contractors and suppliers greatly enhances your ability to ensure your client and event receives the right services and products.

The Association Excellence Awards 2023

To be announced

The Association Excellence Awards salute, celebrate and encourage the vital work that associations, trade bodies, professional organisations and chartered institutes do for and on behalf of their members to ensure their voices are heard and their causes are championed.

Association Excellence Awards

Grand Connaught Rooms 61-65 Great Queen St,, London, United Kingdom

The Association Excellence Awards have been run annually since 2015 and were founded to recognise the essential work that associations, trade bodies, unions and professional organisations conduct on behalf of their members. Attended by over 350 association executives each year, the Association Excellence Awards are a trusted and reputable fixture in the calendar. Deadline for entries is 1 June 2023 and the awards ceremony takes place on 3 November 2023. The Association Excellence Events Awards is produced by GCN Events. The Global Conference Network run events throughout the year bringing together professionals from the conferences, exhibitions, consumer and corporate events, agencies, venues and associations sectors.

MasterClass in Managing Events as Projects – Course in London

ExCeL London Royal Victoria Dock, 1 Western Gateway, London, United Kingdom

Learn how to apply the project management life cycle to managing an event and ensure you are using an efficient and effective system to manage your event's people, product and processes.  

B2B World Fest

Virtual

Compelling conversations, inspiring insights, and a whole lot of laughs. Catch up on B2B World Fest on The Drum TV. It’s your chance to hear from the best in the business, just as B2B’s glory days are about to begin.

Event Buyers Live

Carden Park - Cheshire's Country Estate Broxton Rd,, Chester

Event Buyers Live facilitates pre-arranged one-on-one meetings between live event organisers and suppliers. Branded as “the place to do business”, the pre-arranged appointments, networking opportunities, and educational elements make this industry event truly stand out.

Mental Health First Aid Training

This online Mental Health First Aider Course is particularly pertinent right now where we might be concerned about ourselves or our colleagues in this challenging time. This course is the mental health equivalent of physical first aid. The training provides participants with the skills and confidence to recognise the signs and symptoms of common mental health issues and effectively guide a person towards the right support.

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