August 9, 2018: Oscars Announce Major Changes to Future Telecasts, Airbnb Calls Off Great Wall of China Sleepover Event, Charlottesville Declares State of Emergency for Anniversary of Violent Rally

August 9, 2018: Oscars Announce Major Changes to Future Telecasts, Airbnb Calls Off Great Wall of China Sleepover Event, Charlottesville Declares State of Emergency for Anniversary of Violent Rally

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August 9, 2018: Oscars Announce Major Changes to Future Telecasts, Airbnb Calls Off Great Wall of China Sleepover Event, Charlottesville Declares State of Emergency for Anniversary of Violent Rally
1. OSCARS ANNOUNCE MAJOR CHANGES TO FUTURE TELECASTS: The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has announced several changes...
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Podcast: What Makes a Great Event Host? (Episode 114)

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Podcast: What Makes a Great Event Host? (Episode 114)
Hosts: David Adler, Beth Kormanik Guest: Carla McDonald In this episode of GatherGeeks, Davi [...]
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September 11, 2018: Hurricane Florence Could Put a Dent in City Democratic National Convention Bids, Survey Finds Events Still Important For Brands as They Get More Expensive, Stand Up to Cancer Raises Record $123 Million in Pledges

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September 11, 2018: Hurricane Florence Could Put a Dent in City Democratic National Convention Bids, Survey Finds Events Still Important For Brands as They Get More Expensive, Stand Up to Cancer Raises Record $123 Million in Pledges
1. HURRICANE FLORENCE COULD PUT A DENT IN CITY DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL CONVENTION BIDS: Houston and Miam [...]
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BizBash to Induct Chicago-Area Event Professionals Into Hall of Fame

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BizBash to Induct Chicago-Area Event Professionals Into Hall of Fame
Five veteran event professionals from Chicago along with two rising stars in the industry will be in [...]
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U.S. Open 2018: 19 Event Highlights From the Tournament's 50th Anniversary

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U.S. Open 2018: 19 Event Highlights From the Tournament's 50th Anniversary
The 50th anniversary of the U.S. Open took place August 27 to September 9, drawing tennis fans to Fl [...]
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September 10, 2018: U.S. Open Final Ends in Dramatic Fashion With Naomi Osaka Defeating Serena Williams, Miss New York Crowned Miss America In Revamped Competition, Cardi B and Nicki Minaj Get Into Fight at New York Fashion Week Party

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September 10, 2018: U.S. Open Final Ends in Dramatic Fashion With Naomi Osaka Defeating Serena Williams, Miss New York Crowned Miss America In Revamped Competition, Cardi B and Nicki Minaj Get Into Fight at New York Fashion Week Party
1. U.S. OPEN FINAL ENDS IN DRAMATIC FASHION WITH NAOMI OSAKA DEFEATING SERENA WILLIAMS: The U.S. Ope [...]
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September 6, 2018: Cicely Tyson and Spielberg Publicist to Receive Honorary Oscars, Nike Reveals Colin Kaepernick Ad to Air During Major Sporting Events, This Drone Company Is Adding Light Shows to Drake Concerts

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September 6, 2018: Cicely Tyson and Spielberg Publicist to Receive Honorary Oscars, Nike Reveals Colin Kaepernick Ad to Air During Major Sporting Events, This Drone Company Is Adding Light Shows to Drake Concerts
1. CICELY TYSON AND SPIELBERG PUBLICIST TO RECEIVE HONORARY OSCARS: Actress Cicely Tyson, Steven Spi [...]
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Q&A: Catching Up With Event Designer Edward Perotti

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Q&A: Catching Up With Event Designer Edward Perotti
Edward Perotti has 27 years of experience in event production and design, from weddings and galas to [...]
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13 Standout Examples of Topiary at Events

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13 Standout Examples of Topiary at Events
Topiary has long been a favorite of event designers due to its flexibility: The shrubbery can be sha [...]
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Podcast: Practical Advice for Third-Party Event Planners (Episode 113)

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Podcast: Practical Advice for Third-Party Event Planners (Episode 113)
Hosts: David Adler, Beth Kormanik Guest: Christie Cook In this episode of GatherGeeks, David [...]
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September 4, 2018: New Yorker Festival Drops Steve Bannon Following Backlash, Why U.S. Open Players Are Holding Promotional Events at New York Hotels, Toronto International Film Festival to Sign Gender Equality Charter

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September 4, 2018: New Yorker Festival Drops Steve Bannon Following Backlash, Why U.S. Open Players Are Holding Promotional Events at New York Hotels, Toronto International Film Festival to Sign Gender Equality Charter
1. NEW YORKER FESTIVAL DROPS STEVE BANNON FOLLOWING BACKLASH: The New Yorker disinvited former White [...]
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Lyft Presents Its Vision for the Self-Driving Car With Panel Event

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Lyft Presents Its Vision for the Self-Driving Car With Panel Event
It’s no secret that Lyft has been making strides to position itself as a serious contender in [...]
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August 30, 2018: Guillermo del Toro Calls For More Women Directors at Venice Film Festival, Snapchat Will Participate in Its First NewFront, Campsites Are Providing Alternative Wedding Venues

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August 30, 2018: Guillermo del Toro Calls For More Women Directors at Venice Film Festival, Snapchat Will Participate in Its First NewFront, Campsites Are Providing Alternative Wedding Venues
1. GUILLERMO DEL TORO CALLS FOR MORE WOMEN DIRECTORS AT VENICE FILM FESTIVAL: Film director Guillerm [...]
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August 29, 2018: Video Game Maker E.A. Cancels Esports Qualifier Events After Shooting, Aretha Franklin Mourned at Musical Public Viewing in Detroit, Ticketmaster Partners With Samsung To Help People Find Live Events

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August 29, 2018: Video Game Maker E.A. Cancels Esports Qualifier Events After Shooting, Aretha Franklin Mourned at Musical Public Viewing in Detroit, Ticketmaster Partners With Samsung To Help People Find Live Events
1. VIDEO GAME MAKER E.A. CANCELS ESPORTS QUALIFIER EVENTS AFTER SHOOTING: Video game maker Electroni [...]
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How Adidas Rethought the Music Festival With a Fan-First Event

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How Adidas Rethought the Music Festival With a Fan-First Event
Summer music festivals are a great way for brands to forge a personal connection with an engaged aud [...]
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Podcast: Essential Rules for Event Speakers (Episode 112)

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Podcast: Essential Rules for Event Speakers (Episode 112)
Hosts: David Adler, Beth Kormanik Guest: Brett Lavender In this episode of GatherGeeks, Davi [...]
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August 28, 2018: SAG and P.G.A. Awards Set 2020 Awards Dates In Advance of Early Oscars, Hotels Lack Security Protections from U.S. Government, Bride Cancels Wedding After Guests Refuse to Pay $1,500 Fee

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August 28, 2018: SAG and P.G.A. Awards Set 2020 Awards Dates In Advance of Early Oscars, Hotels Lack Security Protections from U.S. Government, Bride Cancels Wedding After Guests Refuse to Pay $1,500 Fee
1. SAG AND P.G.A. AWARDS SET 2020 AWARDS DATES IN ADVANCE OF EARLY OSCARS: The Producers Guild of Am [...]
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See How This Hamptons Benefit Celebrated its 25th Anniversary

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See How This Hamptons Benefit Celebrated its 25th Anniversary
At once exclusive and bizarre, the Watermill Center summer benefit remained a tentpole event within [...]
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August 24, 2018: Aretha Franklin Funeral Will Be a Star-Studded Event With 19 Performers, Rihanna Will Close Out New York Fashion Week, Asia Argento Withdraws as Music Festival Curator Following Sexual Assault Accusations

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August 24, 2018: Aretha Franklin Funeral Will Be a Star-Studded Event With 19 Performers, Rihanna Will Close Out New York Fashion Week, Asia Argento Withdraws as Music Festival Curator Following Sexual Assault Accusations
1. ARETHA FRANKLIN FUNERAL WILL BE A STAR-STUDDED EVENT WITH 19 PERFORMERS: The funeral of Aretha Fr [...]
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14 Colorful Ideas for a 1990s-Inspired Event

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14 Colorful Ideas for a 1990s-Inspired Event
Millennial nostalgia for the 1990s is nothing new, and event planners are increasingly drawing desig [...]
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Why This Food Event Had a Chicken Chandelier

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Why This Food Event Had a Chicken Chandelier
Most food events follow a standard format with chefs serving up samples behind tablecloth-covered st [...]
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San Francisco's Top 100 Events 2018

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San Francisco's Top 100 Events 2018
We’re living in a moment when society is obsessed with experiences. Every day, there’s a [...]
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Rating the MTV V.M.A.s: Event Producers Give 2018 Show a C+

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Rating the MTV V.M.A.s: Event Producers Give 2018 Show a C+
On Monday, MTV’s Video Music Awards returned to New York’s Radio City Music Hall—t [...]
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Badge Takes on New Shapes to Tell Event Stories

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Badge Takes on New Shapes to Tell Event Stories
As a leading supplier of customized badges and exclusive event products, pc/nametag Inc. works with [...]
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August 15, 2018: Bud Light Created Fridges That Will Unlock When Cleveland Browns Win a Game, C.A.A. to Host Inaugural Consumer Event at Brooklyn Book Festival, Founder of Major Houston Arts Festival Ousted After Sexual Assault Allegations

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August 15, 2018: Bud Light Created Fridges That Will Unlock When Cleveland Browns Win a Game, C.A.A. to Host Inaugural Consumer Event at Brooklyn Book Festival, Founder of Major Houston Arts Festival Ousted After Sexual Assault Allegations
1. BUD LIGHT CREATED FRIDGES THAT WILL UNLOCK WHEN CLEVELAND BROWNS WIN A GAME: Cleveland Browns fan [...]
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Fixing the Oscars: What Event Producers Think of the Future Ceremony Changes

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Fixing the Oscars: What Event Producers Think of the Future Ceremony Changes
In the wake of the lowest rated Oscars telecast in history this year, the Academy of Motion Picture [...]
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Checklist: 8 Ways to Keep Event Clients Happy

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Checklist: 8 Ways to Keep Event Clients Happy
"A happy client trumps all," says Adam Sloyer, C.E.O. of New York-based event agency Seque [...]
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August 14, 2018: How Five Event-Planning Rookies Organized the First 'Black Panther'-Inspired Fan Convention, Artists and Attendees Are Pushing Music Festivals to Address Sexual Harassment, More Than 300 Injured In Pier Collapse at Festival in Spain

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August 14, 2018: How Five Event-Planning Rookies Organized the First 'Black Panther'-Inspired Fan Convention, Artists and Attendees Are Pushing Music Festivals to Address Sexual Harassment, More Than 300 Injured In Pier Collapse at Festival in Spain
1. HOW FIVE EVENT-PLANNING ROOKIES ORGANIZED THE FIRST 'BLACK PANTHER'-INSPIRED FAN CONVEN [...]
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Toast to Summer: 26 Event Highlights From Spirit Brands This Season

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Toast to Summer: 26 Event Highlights From Spirit Brands This Season
Summer tends to be the go-to season for spirit brands to kick off new campaigns and launch new produ [...]
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August 13, 2018: White Supremacists Rally in Washington Dwarfed by Counterprotesters, It Would Cost At Least $345,000 to Recreate Kylie Jenner's 21st Birthday Party, New York's Meadows Music Festival Won't Return This Year

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August 13, 2018: White Supremacists Rally in Washington Dwarfed by Counterprotesters, It Would Cost At Least $345,000 to Recreate Kylie Jenner's 21st Birthday Party, New York's Meadows Music Festival Won't Return This Year
1. WHITE SUPREMACIST RALLY IN WASHINGTON DWARFED BY COUNTERPROTESTERS: A rally planned by white supr [...]
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August 10, 2018: LeBron James and Nike Partner With Harlem’s Fashion Row’s Awards and Show, San Diego Convention Center Expansion Measure Declined for November Ballot, L.A. Fashion Week Finds Permanent Venue to Expand Events

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August 10, 2018: LeBron James and Nike Partner With Harlem’s Fashion Row’s Awards and Show, San Diego Convention Center Expansion Measure Declined for November Ballot, L.A. Fashion Week Finds Permanent Venue to Expand Events
1. LEBRON JAMES AND NIKE PARTNER WITH HARLEM€'S FASHION ROW€'S AWARDS AND SHOW: Two days [...]
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4 Helpful Design Tips for Using Vegetables as Event Decor

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4 Helpful Design Tips for Using Vegetables as Event Decor
Colorful fruit has long been a refreshing way to decorate summer events. But event designers are inc [...]
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Podcast: The Importance of Mapping Out an Event Narrative (Episode 109)

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Podcast: The Importance of Mapping Out an Event Narrative (Episode 109)
Hosts: David Adler, Beth Kormanik Guest: J.B. Miller In this episode of GatherGeeks, David [...]
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One Simple, But Crucial Thing Event Planners Often Miss

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One Simple, But Crucial Thing Event Planners Often Miss
In 1936 Dale Carnegie wrote the book "How to Win Friends and Influence People,” containin [...]
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August 3, 2018: Apple to Open Event Space at Historic Los Angeles Theater, Shawn Mendes to Kick Off N.F.L. 2018 Season, See a Couple’s $25,000 ‘Jurassic Park’-Theme Wedding

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August 3, 2018: Apple to Open Event Space at Historic Los Angeles Theater, Shawn Mendes to Kick Off N.F.L. 2018 Season, See a Couple’s $25,000 ‘Jurassic Park’-Theme Wedding
1. APPLE TO OPEN EVENT SPACE AT HISTORIC LOS ANGELES THEATER: Apple is looking to make a new mark on [...]
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New Salesforce Event Series Highlights Entrepreneurs Who Are Doing Good

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New Salesforce Event Series Highlights Entrepreneurs Who Are Doing Good
Cloud computing service Salesforce has always believed in the power of live events. Its annual Dream [...]
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New Salesforce Event Series Highlights Users Who Are Doing Good

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New Salesforce Event Series Highlights Users Who Are Doing Good
Cloud computing service Salesforce has always believed in the power of live events. Its annual Dream [...]
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August 1, 2018: MGM Resorts Becomes First Gaming Partner of the N.B.A., Couples Are Turning Wedding Viewing Parties Into Lavish Events, Jennifer Lopez to Receive Video Vanguard Award at V.M.A.s

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August 1, 2018: MGM Resorts Becomes First Gaming Partner of the N.B.A., Couples Are Turning Wedding Viewing Parties Into Lavish Events, Jennifer Lopez to Receive Video Vanguard Award at V.M.A.s
1. MGM RESORTS BECOMES FIRST GAMING PARTNER OF THE N.B.A.: After the Supreme Court ruled that states [...]
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14 Noteworthy Event Ideas & Products From BizBash Live: Los Angeles

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14 Noteworthy Event Ideas & Products From BizBash Live: Los Angeles
This year’s edition of BizBash Live: Los Angeles took place on July 18, drawing nearly 1,500 l [...]
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July 31, 2018: America’s Official Comedy Center Opens This Week, Toronto International Film Festival to Host a Women's March, See Inside the World's Largest Ventriloquist Convention

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July 31, 2018: America’s Official Comedy Center Opens This Week, Toronto International Film Festival to Host a Women's March, See Inside the World's Largest Ventriloquist Convention
1. AMERICA'S OFFICIAL COMEDY CENTER OPENS THIS WEEK: A nonprofit event center dedicated to the [...]
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Bring a whimsical approach to your next off site event… fried chicken and doughnuts from Astro

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Bring a whimsical approach to your next off site event… fried chicken and doughnuts from Astro
Big doughnuts. Small doughnuts. Doughnut-and-fried-chicken sandwiches. There's no such thing as [...]
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