Fostering collaboration between sports, music and cultural events for inspiration and growth Rick will be speaking/ moderating We should use the app research tool for some pre event questions perhaps- or a survey All PoE Steering Group members are invited to attend FOC if they are event rights holders, or at a 33% discount if they are not
The East Anglian Festival Network's fifth annual free Conference and Exhibition brings together hundreds of festival, fair and fun day organisers, venues and suppliers from across the East of England. • Excellent Speakers in the Conference/Q&A Sessions. • Dozens of East Anglian Event Suppliers/Venues exhibiting their goods and services. • Networking with Event organisers, venues and suppliers from across East Anglia and beyond. • A chilled musical backdrop to the Show featuring a lunchtime showcase of local performers. • Bar, Refreshments and Lunchtime Food available. • More Fun and Surprises...... This year the EAFN Show will be held at Huntingdonshire’s largest and premier venue the Burgess Hall Events and Conference Centre in the beautiful market town of St Ives, the Old Riverport in Cambridgeshire. The EAFN 2024 Show co-headline sponsors are one of the UK's leading East Anglian based Event Suppliers Gofer Ltd and Electric Cat Productions the dynamic marketing […]
The summit is free to attend, bringing together outdoor event organisers, suppliers, local authorities and experts to drive collaborative resource development, industry standards, best practice and innovation to shape the UK Events Industry’s response to the climate emergency. The Summit opens with a member’s only roundtable bringing together experts in key sustainability topics and Vision: 2025 festival members, the session forms a stepping stone in the Climate Transition Plan journey. This year’s keynote Jon Davies (CEO, Levy) offers a supplier perspective on driving change. He will draw on Levy’s experience of developing sustainability strategy and working across clients and supply chain to achieve change, bringing examples such as food policy for Billie Eilish @ The O2, and working with Peppermint Bars. Jon Collins, CEO of Live Music UK hosts ‘Shaping the future: A Climate Transition Plan for 2030’ exploring how the industry can thrive while reducing environmental impacts and working […]
The Expo is dedicated to exploring the key challenges facing independent organisers through a series of panel debates and roundtables. Then in the evening, the Indy Awards are dedicated to recognising the achievements of independent show organisers, teams, individuals and suppliers.
CHS Birmingham returns for 2024! 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! If you organise meetings, events, dinners and conferences, whether full time or as part of a wider role within your business then CHS Birmingham is for you.
The Sustainable Events Show was the first show of its kind. It is a one-day show that creates the platform to build relations with likeminded parties. It is an exhibition that delivers enlightenment and education through it's jam-packed seminars offering takeaway solutions from ground-zero experts (no theory-only peeps with a book or course to sell!), moderated by Maeve Campbell (Channel 4 News, The Guardian, and The Evening Standard), and Calum Di Lieto (Flock Together Media, Conference & Incentive travel magazine). and discovery of 80 environmentally-friendly event venues, event services suppliers, and event technology companies that practice sustainability. It will address the greatest modern-era challenge that members of the event industry have ever faced - how to bring together event buyers and events suppliers that both respectively need and practice event sustainability. The Sustainable Events Show is an oasis of calm for those event buyers looking for solutions to their needs […]
The miaSummit is the flagship annual conference of the Meetings Industry Association (MIA). It is an opportunity for leaders and future leaders from across the business meetings and events sector to gather, hear from experts and share knowledge. The MIA’s annual conference has a pedigree stretching back more than a decade, recognised as a key event on the meetings industry calendar where professionals at all stages of their careers gather to learn, debate and discuss critical issues affecting our industry.
The Global Event Tech Summit, delivered by Conference News, is an exclusive educational event that focuses on innovation and personalised experience in equal measure. Helping event planners deepen their understanding of how technology can be used to enhance events, the summit features a series of engaging keynotes, industry-driven panels and knowledge sharing opportunities for corporate, agency, association and exhibition organisers. This rare and unique learning opportunity for those looking to simplify their event cycle through the latest technology, the 2024 event will feature key speakers including Dex Hunter-Torricke, former head of communications at SpaceX and executive at Google, and Malcolm Ché, award-winning creative strategist and head of strategy and innovation at Identity. Key topics covered at the 2024 include: How to move the world: Events in the age of disruption Procurement vs. Event Planners: Striking the perfect balance of venue management tech Delivering tangible ROI across the full event lifecycle […]
Launched in response to member requests in 2016, the event now attracts over 250 attendees and creates a unique opportunity for venue teams to learn from expert speakers and panelists discussing relevant issues. The conference is designed to give venue teams a programme of content and a forum for discussion centred on the practicalities of delivering truly world class events. The content is created through consultation with members and delivered by a dedicated steering group. In addition to compelling content, our conference provides excellent opportunities for getting together with peers from around the world to network and exchange ideas. The conference is open to all.
Our First Inspirational Venue Roadshow, Winter series 24/25 will be hosted at the beautiful Cedar Court Hotel, Harrogate, North Yorkshire. Located in the heart of historic Harrogate, the Cedar Court Hotel offers exceptional accommodation overlooking 200 acres of the pristine Stray parkland. The property is a historical site in its own right, dating back to 1671 and sitting on the location of the town’s first-ever hotel. It is also within walking distance of some of the must-visit attractions in the city centre. These include the famous Bettys Tea Room, unique Moorish-style Turkish Baths and Harrogate Theatre, and nearby Knaresborough. Cedar Court Hotel also boasts a variety of stunning event spaces, from the stylish Rowan Suite (which can hold up to 160 guests) to its largest room, The Cedar Suite, which can hold up to 350 delegates. All meeting rooms boast natural daylight from their large feature windows, with some offering […]
Event Tech Live is the No. 1 globally recognised event bringing event professionals, thought leaders, leading event tech companies and startups together. Event Professionals can register to attend for FREE and access to the latest industry education from industry thought leaders across multiple stages and formats. Event Tech Live features a hosted buyer programme and an exhibition featuring the latest in event technology, software, and innovations from around the world. The event provides the resources, tools and networking opportunities you need to take advantage of technology to create the best events.
Event Sustainability Live (ESL) London is a two-day Exhibition and Conference bringing together event professionals, thought-leaders and sustainability experts. The event takes place on 20th & 21st November at ExCeL, London. The show is free to attend, delegates can explore the latest trends, innovations and products from companies and venues providing eco-conscious solutions helping to create sustainable events. Meet with fellow event professionals from all over the globe who are passionate about event sustainability, share ideas & create new and exciting partnerships.
The National Outdoor Events Association’s Annual Convention returns in 2024 for another year of #NOEAFutures. Join us at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Bath to hear the latest news from event professionals, delivering talks and debates on current topics and issues within the outdoor events industry. After an informative day, meet us at the Roman Baths & Pump Rooms for the Awards Presentations & Dinner followed by live music and dancing.
Production Futures ON TOUR is a production industry careers fair. Find opportunities to learn, train, network and develop careers in production across all aspects of live events, film, music, festivals, touring, brand activation, theatre, TV, broadcast and AV. We are an industry funded FREE event for all ages and to help the first 5 years of your career connecting you to work, training, courses, networking and jobs.
After the success of the previous editions, we are excited to announce the transformation of the EN Marketing Conference and Awards into the EN Marketing Summit and Awards this December. Join us for a comprehensive summit designed to be a hands-on educational event for marketing leaders. The EN Marketing Summit and Awards will be a unique opportunity to delve into the most pressing challenges and opportunities in the field of exhibition marketing. In the evening, we will celebrate marketing excellence at the EN Marketing Awards. This glamorous ceremony will honour outstanding achievements and milestones within the industry. It’s the perfect occasion to recognise the hard work and innovation that drive our industry forward. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of an event that shapes the future of exhibition marketing.
The LIVE Awards showcases the outstanding companies, teams and individuals that make up our world-renowned industry and is the only event that brings together professionals from every part of the business. As the voice of UK live music and entertainment, we host this annual event to celebrate and reflect on the extraordinary achievements of our sector. This year, The LIVE Awards takes place on December 11th at legendary east London venue Troxy with a champagne reception, three-course dinner and, of course, the ceremony itself.
The ABPCO Excellence Awards recognise and celebrate industry best practice in association and not-for-profit conferences and events. They are an opportunity to showcase to your peers, and the wider industry, the incredible work that is being undertaken in this sector, and the positive impact that it has.
Standing as a beacon of creativity, connection, and innovation for the events industry, International Confex is more than just a meeting point. It’s a launching pad for ideas that define the next era of events. From pioneering feature builders to standout destinations, International Confex is your canvas to paint events that resonate. Whether you’re looking to engineer team-building masterpieces, infuse your events with creative flourishes, or explore the next big thing in event tech, you’ve come to the right place. Even Confex itself started as a conversation, so gather with peers and join us at the event where every conversation has the potential to be ground-breaking.
IMEX Frankfurt is where the global meetings, events and incentive travel industry comes together annually for the largest trade show of its kind in Europe. Where 3,800-plus global meeting planners connect with 2,900 suppliers from across the world, building powerful working relationships—to create better events, meetings and experiences. This is where you can walk through the world in a day, immerse yourself in the latest industry developments and ideas, and find yourself at the heart of the global business events community.
IMEX America 2025 is a powerhouse show. It’s the most productive, creative, lovingly designed, inclusive, high-value and enjoyable business and learning experience you can give yourself this year. And the payback on three days of targeted, intentional business conversations? Priceless.
The event industry’s reliance on data to help it plan for the future, increase its resilience, manage risk and justify investment decisions, is growing year on year.
The engagement and access that The Power of Events (UK) has across all 7 sectors of the industry, enables data gathering and in-depth research projects to be delivered confidently and consistently. This will be primarily facilitated through the new insight app to be launched on 28th Sep 2023.
By bringing the industry and university partners together, research projects will be designed to deliver real benefits to the industry in terms of trend analysis, insights and performance improvements.
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