TOMORROW!! Come and see me present some brand spanking new insight at Imbibe Live at 11.30- followed by what I can promise will be a lively panel discussion about the Future of Socialising!

Throw back to a few weeks ago! It's genuinely been a privilege to have had the opportunity to serve as a jury member for the WOW Awards Middle East. It was an intense process, hours of going through submissions and was fully audited...I honestly don't trust many "Awards" these days, and I can attest, this was was the real deal. Celebrating and recognising the passion and creativity of so many talented businesses in the wedding and events industry is important! Huge congratulations in particular to Arun Bablani, Hannah Connolley, Laura Shepherd, Gauri Chadha, and Stefani Heller.🏆 However, I know that often, some who don’t win can feel deflated and disappointed. While awards hold significance and recognise hard work, it’s essential to remember that they don’t define success or reputation. True achievement lies in the dedication to our craft, the relationships we build, and the positive impact we make in our communities. Many businesses thrive successfully, making a huge impact without an award to their name. #justsaying. That said, I also feel we have to be our own biggest cheerleaders in business, and submitting our awesome work for an award or two, shouldn't be something to be ashamed of. Even better is when you are nominated by someone else! A happy client, customer or associate. What are your thoughts? Have you won an award? Has it helped your business? Do you loath them? Are you indifferent? I'm genuinely curious... #WOWAwards #BusinessJourney #WeddingBiz #WeddingEvents #DubaiEvents #MICEEvents

In the world of business events, a better outcome means a lasting impression. 🏆 Book a Spirits Tasting Briefing with us for your next event and let the excellent feedback speak for itself. #CorporateExcellence #EventOutcomes

In the world of business events, a better outcome means a lasting impression. 🏆 Book a Spirits Tasting Briefing with us for your next event and let the excellent feedback speak for itself. #CorporateExcellence #EventOutcomes

Hospitality has played a great game over recent weeks, and it seems to be winning. But as we know after experiences in recent years, anything can happen in this game. So, is the hospitality sector winning or losing and will it see a bigger difference through the knockout stages of the Euros? With the added blessing of a mini heatwave in the UK and the Euros being held in Germany (hello to all our German colleagues) it means games are being shown at good times for us fans and hospitality providers in the UK. The Men’s UEFA Euro 2024 Spending Report by VoucherCodes.co.uk (see the link in the comments) also reveals that 14.4m Brits will watch at least one match at a pub, bar, or restaurant during the competition – a 115% increase from the last men’s major international tournament. UK hospitality venues are predicted to make £217.3m from food sales and £396.5m from drinks sales. That’s 110.3m pints of beer and cider, 36.1m glasses of wine, and 10.9m Aperol Spritz, roughly. That’s an extra 20M pints and an extra £94M in revenue. Giving a much-needed boost to the Hospitality sector over the period of the Euros. All of this is a bit like bringing on Ronaldo, Mbappe, and Bellingham off the bench, all at the same time with 20 mins to go and needing a winning goal. UKHospitality has said that the Euros group stage could give a boost of £340m in increased sales, and up to £800m if England reach the final! (And yes, we know, it doesn’t happen often but in the name of Hospitality we’re keeping our fingers crossed). So, whether England do eventually bring it home or it’s another nation lifting the trophy, let’s hope hospitality wins, with bars and restaurants across Europe buzzing with fans eating, drinking and enjoying the beautiful game. One thing is for sure, it seems that venues in the hospitality sector need to make sure they’re staffed up, their glass and dishwashers are in good form and make the most of the coming weeks. The hospitality sector deserves it. Whoever you’re supporting in the knockout stages… we’re supporting you.

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How are you recognizing top producers? Award ceremonies hold a significant place in the workplace by fulfilling employees' deeper needs for recognition and validation. The Economist explores the value of industry awards, emphasizing the sense of collective purpose they impart. Check out the article to delve deeper into the importance of recognizing excellence in the workplace: https://lnkd.in/gGKkBi9d

On my way to judge a coffee competition, and I’m reminded of how vital community is in our industry. Competitions like these aren’t just about showcasing skills—they’re about bringing people together, sharing knowledge, and supporting each other’s growth. As someone who has competed, coached, judged, and trained judges, I’ve seen firsthand the impact of a strong, supportive community. The coffee community thrives on collaboration and mutual support. Events like this allow us to celebrate our craft, learn from one another, and push the boundaries of what we can achieve. It’s inspiring to see so many passionate individuals come together. Supporting these competitionsl is crucial, not just by joining to gain something, but by truly contributing to the industry. Year after year, we see people come and go, but those who understand the importance of giving back consistently put in the time and effort. The community needs more of these dedicated individuals.These competitions provide a platform for baristas and coffee professionals to shine, gain recognition, and drive innovation in the industry. It’s through these shared experiences that we strengthen our community and elevate the standards of our craft. #coffeecompetitions #contribute #payitforward

We all know that the awards ceremony is the most anticipated moment for award winners! 🏆✨ Which is why in our latest blogpost uncovers some free and paid tools that will help you plan a celebration to remember. 🎊🎥 Check it out 👇 https://hubs.la/Q02Dpv4x0 #evalato #awardmanagers #eventprofs #awardmanagement

💡 From awards management to ticketing and live streaming, this article packs a punch with amazing tools you need to check out for your next event. #evalato #awardmanagers #eventprofs #awardmanagement