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The Business of Events confirms Cvent as latest partner
The Business of Events, an independent Think Tank and Policy Unit for the events industry, is pleased to announce Cvent as its latest official partner. Cvent is a renowned leader in meetings, event management and hospitality technology and has maintained a proactive presence in the global sector for more than 20 years. Read more
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IBTM World confirmed as latest partner and call for Destination content proposals
As part of the agreement, The Business of Events will take on a key role in coordinating the Destinations stream on the Impact Stage at IBTM World’s Barcelona event, set to take place from 28-30 November 2023. Destinations and Convention Bureaux are actively encouraged to submit their content proposals for consideration on the Impact Stage. Read more
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Events Economy Tracker Q2 2023: Revenue Per Delegate increases 22%
The UK’s events landscape for Q2 2023 paints a picture of growth and challenges, characterised by a notable 22% increase in the Revenue Per Delegate for conferences and meetings, reaching £137.85 from the previous quarter’s £112.95, according to The Business of Events’ Events Economy Tracker Q2 2023. This surge has propelled the average Revenue Per… Read more
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Manchester Central reports 21% increase in visitors as Spend Per Head drops
The latest business results released by Manchester Central, 20 Jult, have revealed the venue welcomed over 139,000 visitors to 38 separate events in the past three months (April – June 2023), a significant 20.6 percent increase on the previous quarter, and up 39,000 on the same period last year. Read more
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VisitBritain joins The Business of Events as key partner
VisitBritain is Britain’s national tourism agency, and its Business Events team has developed and maintained a strong international reputation in the global events sector. The team places a great deal of emphasis on the fact that business events are more than just tools for economic growth, they are vital drivers for culture, education, and opportunity. Read more
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2023 International Planner Sentiment Report
The Business of Events has released its 2023 International Planner Sentiment Report. The report illustrates the current thinking of event buyers from a range of disciplines across the UK, Europe […] Read more