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Don't miss out! Limited time remains to secure your spot at the 21st Global Water Drinks Congress at the exclusive 'early booking' rate. Register by 20 September and save €200! 🔒 Recognised as the highest level and most influential forum for the global water drinks industry, the Congress provides an unparalleled opportunity to gain a complete overview of the latest trends and developments alongside high-level networking. It is designed to ensure everyone returns confident they have considered all issues affecting future business growth prospects. Here's what past attendees have to say about their experience of the Congress: · "Zenith's Global Water Congress remains the most important industry gathering of the year." · “I highly recommend to any professional in the water business wanting to get the latest updates and high-level exchange.” · “Great conference, great forum. The real decision-makers of the industry.” · "Unique opportunity to meet the key industry players and learn about the most relevant topics shaping the industry." · “Outstanding strategic and insightful contributions from key directors of the world's leading businesses in the domain.” · “A truly unique, strategic event that brings together everything your business or brand needs to be in a position where you can make it all happen. For us, it is a marked event in our yearly calendar.” Alongside dynamic conference sessions and dedicated networking breaks, the event will also feature the 2024 Global Water Drinks Awards, a gala industry dinner, and a tour of Gerolsteiner Brunnen's bottling plant—Germany's market leader. Eighteen speakers have already confirmed their participation at this year’s with further exciting announcements to follow. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain invaluable insights and high-level connections to drive your business forward. View full details and register now to save €200 at https://lnkd.in/eixW8EeF. ✨ For sponsorship opportunities, speaker proposals or any other queries, contact us at events@zenithglobal.com. With thanks to Bronze sponsor AF Compressors #Water #WaterDrinks #Beverages #Global #GlobalWaterDrinksCongress #IndustryInsights #GWDC2024

We’re seeing it more and more: Younger generations are a driving force in the events industry. MeetingsNet's article outlines a few key things to keep in mind when planning events, such as designated areas for business calls and healthier food options. Read more: https://bit.ly/3AGfzI6 #EventProfs #MeetingsAndEvents #LetsThrive

IACC’s highly anticipated “Meeting Room of the Future 2024” report is live! 🌐 Discover 60 pages packed with trends for meetings under 200 attendees and expert advice on evolving your meetings and conferences. Stay ahead of the curve! 🌟 🔑 Key insights include: 🍽️ Evolving Food & Beverage: Lower alcohol consumption and more complex dietary requests. 🌱 Sustainability: Venues are reducing food waste and single-use plastics, with strong sustainability statements. 🛋️ Changing Demands: Breakout rooms with informal, comfortable seating for team building and creativity. ⏱️ Next Gen Adaptation: More breaks, personal time, and small group interactions for better engagement. 🔧 Flexibility: 71% of venues boast meeting rooms with flexible, reconfigurable equipment. 📖 Read the full report here: https://buff.ly/3Vdp202 and learn how to stay at the top! 🚀

6 reasons to take advantage of the early bird rate for Unlock The Future Conference before it goes up 😏 1. Struggling with soft or hard services tenders for contracts? Talk to the decision makers directly in our facilitated break out sessions, getting to know them on a personal level might help you get the edge on the next one. 2. Take advantage of hearing from Sir Stuart Lipton on how he designed Chiswick Park Enjoy-Work to stand the test of time and evolve in a rapidly changing market. Take these back to your peers for your own managed facilities and lead the way in your organisation. 3. Instead of staying in your box, step out and be counted. Take part in engaging panel discussions with global brand leaders in media, education, design and F&B, debate with some of your competitors/clients/potential clients on the day's topics which will then shape the panel at the end of the day with RICS West London Chambers Institute of Workplace and Facilities Management and more amazing partners and have the chance to be featured in the 'future of FM/PM' report post conference. 4. Keep up- if your competition has shown and interest, why wouldn't you? They are already either sponsors or maybe they have booked tickets to attend. Why wouldn't you want to see why? 5. You will build up your potential sales pipeline through true connective networking developing referral partners, collaboration and more. This is an interactive conference, you will have your opportunity to show what you can do and we will hear it. 6. Why would you not want to save a bit of budget with an early bird price? Get your tickets now before you miss out! https://lnkd.in/e64Ca4W4 #unlockthefuture24

Based on our experience of 6 years and over 100 events hosted at our beautiful event venue, we're excited to share our expertise about perfect event planning. To kick off this series of event planning essentials, we put together everything that needs to be considered before the event happens. Stay tuned for more! 
👉 Discover how thorough preparation ensures that every aspect of your event is carefully organized, from initial planning to flawless execution. Learn which details you should pay attention to in advance in order to start the day of the event with a positive feeling. 👉 Schedule a visit to the event location and request a comprehensive tour to familiarize yourself with all essential details. Be sure to inspect areas such as the checkroom, washrooms and - most importantly - the event room itself, including seating arrangements. 👉 To ensure your event venue aligns perfectly with your guests, inquire about any special requirements well in advance. This might include specific catering needs or whether guests will arrive with luggage. Additionally, we recommend sending a reminder to get a clear idea of the number of attendees. 👉 Work closely with speakers or other participants ahead of time to ensure the venue can accommodate special requests regarding seating, technical setup or any necessary workshop materials. Provide enough time and information to the venue to potentially engage external partners if needed. #helixhub #healthcare #innovationhub #officespaces #eventlocation

We asked event attendees what they find most frustrating—answers varying from registration to coffee quality. Read the article for more insights on crafting better events, and comment with yours! #EventTips https://lnkd.in/gh8567fu

🎉 2025 is here... and your event needs to be here too! 🎉 New Year’s resolution: Stop leaving things to the last minute (yes, we’re talking about that big event you’ve been putting off). 💼 Whether it’s a killer conference, a VIP dinner, or a “let's pretend we know what we’re doing” team-building session, the event of the century won’t plan itself — and trust us, your ideal venue will get snapped up faster than your New Year’s diet plan. 😅 Don't be the person who’s still scrambling for a space in March. Come on over to Convene and etc.venues where we make event planning look easy — and maybe even fun (yes, we said it, fun). ✨ Book now, and we promise you’ll be the coolest person in the office (or at least your boss will think so). 😎 #EventPlanning #NewYearNewVenue #ProcrastinationIsSoLastYear #Convene #etcvenues #EventSuccess #YouCantCancelFun

IACC Meetings has published "Meeting Room of the Future 2024" report which is available now to view online. 60 pages of trends for meetings under 200 attendees and advice on how meetings and conferences will evolve. Some key insights of this report include: • Food and beverage are still evolving. Many venues are reporting lower consumption of alcohol. Additionally, venues are dealing with increasingly complex and specific requests for dietary accommodations. • Venues are prioritising sustainability. Many venues have implemented programs to reduce food waste and single-use plastics, producing social responsibility & sustainability statements. • Demands and requirements are continuing to change. Breakout rooms are often requested, emphasising informal, comfortable seating that encourages team building and creativity. • Venues are starting to adapt to the next generation’s behavioural differences. Some venues are breaking up their events with more time for breaks and personal time and leveraging smaller groups to encourage more one-on-one engagement. • Adaptability to changing client needs is becoming a standard. 71% of venues have three-quarters to 100% of their meeting rooms equipped with flexible equipment and furniture that can roll quickly on wheels or be reconfigured to turn a room quickly and efficiently. https://lnkd.in/eMyMqVqT #iacc #meetingroomofthefuture #meetingpros #mpi #mpibelgiumluxembourg

🥂 The 7-Minute Window That Makes or Breaks Your Event ⏱️ Ever noticed how some events just flow perfectly while others feel slightly off? Last week at a major corporate celebration, we tracked exactly what makes the difference. It all comes down to a crucial 7-minute window. 🎯 Picture this: 180 guests, moving from networking to seated dinner. In most events, this transition creates a subtle but noticeable lull in energy. But what if you could turn these seven minutes into a highlight? ✨ Here's how we made it happen: 👇 6:53 PM - Strategic staff positioning begins 6:55 PM - Seamless collection of networking glasses 6:57 PM - Synchronised movement to guide guests 7:00 PM - Every guest seated, fresh glasses perfectly placed The result? Not a single moment of awkward shuffling or confused guests. Just smooth, natural flow. 💫 A guest later commented: "I've never seen anything like it. One minute we were networking, the next we were seated - and I didn't even notice how we got there." 🌟 What we've learned about these crucial transitions: 💭 🔹Timing isn't just about speed - it's about rhythm 🔹Great service choreographs guest movement without them feeling directed 🔹The best transitions are the ones nobody notices happening Want your event to flow perfectly? Let's talk about those crucial moments! 🎯 #Hospitality #EventManagement #CorporateEvents #HospitalityIndustry #EventPlanning #BusinessEvents #HospitalityProfessionals #EventProfs #CorporateHospitality #EventStaffing #LuxuryEvents #HospitalityExperience #EventMarketing #ConferenceManagement #CorporateCatering #VenueManagement #ExperientialEvents

In the ever-evolving landscape of workforce demands, incentive professionals and companies are facing new challenges. At JR Global Events, we're not just keeping up; we're setting the pace with strategic event planning, curated gifting, and top-notch onsite staffing. Our approach tackles your pain points head-on, from rising costs to dietary restrictions, ensuring every event resonates with your audience. We're dedicated to creating experiences that aren't just memorable but are also strategically aligned with your brand's mission. Ready to transform your events? Join our mailing list for current news & updates and let us show you the power of exceptional planning. www.jrglobalevents.com #EventPlanning #BrandExperience #IncentiveProfessionals #corporateeventplanner #corporatemeetingplanner #meetingmanagment #eventmanager #conferenceplanner #incentiveplanner #eventproducer