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Nth Degree Targets Strategic Acquisitions with New Backing from Shamrock Capital

Nth Degree, an event management and experiential marketing company, has a new investor with deep pockets— Shamrock Capital, an LA-based investment firm specializing in media, entertainment, and communications.

Andrea Doyle | 3 days ago

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Sotheby’s and Marriott Partner to Auction Off Exclusive Travel Experiences

Sotheby’s and Marriott have teamed up to auction off two high-end travel experiences. With bidding closing soon, are these exclusive packages extraordinary enough to attract the VIPs they are aimed at?

5 days ago

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Hotel Strikes Impacting Conferences in Hawaii

The University of Hawai’i moved its 700-person summit from Hilton Hawaiian Village, where it has been held for the last 10 years, to its campus due to the hotel workers' strike.

Andrea Doyle | 5 days ago

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Cvent’s Spending Streak Continues with Splash Acquisition

Cvent has acquired event marketing technology company Splash, the event technology giant’s fourth acquisition this year.

Andrea Doyle and Miguel Neves | 2 weeks ago

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Nationwide Hotel Strike Impacts Meeting Groups

More than 9,000 hotel workers in nine U.S. cities were on strike over Labor Day weekend disrupting group events. Continued strikes are imminent.

Andrea Doyle | 2 weeks ago

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The Venetian Resort Las Vegas Unveils First Phase of $188 Million Convention Center Renovation

Now under new ownership, the Venetian Resort Las Vegas is keen to keep attracting planners by extensively refreshing the iconic property.

Miguel Neves | 3 weeks ago

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Legends – ASM Deal Is Done

Legends, a stadium operations company, has acquired live events company ASM Global for a reported $2.3 billion.

Andrea Doyle | 3 weeks ago

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Orlando Set for Entertainment and Hotel Upgrade

Universal is opening a fourth theme park, Disney’s Magic Kingdom is expanding, and a new sports and entertainment district is being built in Orlando.

Andrea Doyle | 4 weeks ago

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Cybersecurity Top of Mind as Hackers Meet in Las Vegas

The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department has issued a cyber awareness advisory about two security conventions meeting in the city.

Andrea Doyle | 1 month ago

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Cautious Optimism for Meetings

In the first half of 2024, 21 of the top 25 hotel markets saw increased group demand, though overall levels remain below 2019 when adjusted for inflation. Conferences and trade shows are key drivers of this growth, with significant recovery in regions like Asia Pacific and North America.

Andrea Doyle | 1 month ago