On the show, we have our weekly News Digest and an interview on diversity and inclusion in events with Sarah Campbell Head of Conferencing and Events and Yame Onoabhagbe from Stonewall. Followed by Showcase of the Quater Dannie Brown from the Hire Space Team takes us inside her favourite showcase from the last few months.

On the show, we have our weekly News Digest and interviews with Jonathan Stock Head of Marketing and Events at Portland and former Special Adviser at Number 10 Downing Street and Bernadette Palombo, Founder of Salon Event and author of The Event Professionals Journal.

This weeks episode features your regular Events industry news roundup. This Week Regular News digester Edward Poland is joined by Tom Hall - Editor of Access All Areas & Hannah - Simboro - Event Marketing Manager at Newable. Host Joe McGarrigle also interviews Dan Atkins Founder of Buses 4 Homeless and speaks to Johanna Byrane - Head of Business Development at Twickenham Stadium & Alistair Turner  Managing Director at EIGHT PR and Marketing about the potential opportunity of Esporting events.

This weeks episode features your regular Events industry news roundup, a live recording from The Conference stage at EventLAB 2019 Where Richard Maddock gave a talk about productivity and The fire Extinguisher a new segment where events professionals discuss times they have had to put out a metaphorical fire. 

This week's podcast is a special on starting out in the events industry and also features the first News Digest of 2020.Links:https://eventlab.online/ You can follow us on Twitter and Instagram.  If you have a question or topic you'd like us to discuss, you're opening a new venue or you're an events professional interested in appearing on the show, you can get in touch with us via email: Eventlab@hirespace.com

News Digest, Special End of Year Round-Up  The News Digest is a roundup of the latest talking points in the events industry designed to keep you up to date and get you involved in the discussion. This episode our team will also revisit some of the biggest news stories and topics from 2019. Leading the debate this episode, we have:  Edward Poland, Co-Founder of Hire Space Charlotte Gentry, Founder and CEO of Pure Events Ken Kelling, Associate Director of Davies Tanner Topics Discussed This Week: New Venue Security Law Proposed, Talent Retention, Wellbeing, Mentorship, Sustainability. Let us know your thoughts and join the discussion on Twitter with the hashtag #EventLAB.    Interview In the wake of the recent terror attack in London a few weeks ago, Ken Kelling former Communications Director for Visit London is on the Podcast to talk to us about Crisis Management and Communications.   Link to download the PCMA Guide to Crisis Communications for Business Events Strategists Mentioned in the Show.     Your Venue or Mine (Gameshow) The gameshow where two Contestants go head to head to convince us that their favourite venue is the best. The is decided by a special guest Judge.   This week we have Nathan Marks vs Romy Pabiot and they will be campaigning for their favourite Christmas Party Venues:   Magazine London   Aures London   Follow EventLAB You can follow us on Twitter and Instagram.  If you have a question or topic you'd like us to discuss, you're opening a new venue or you're an events professional interested in appearing on the show, you can get in touch with us via email: Eventlab@hirespace.com

*Exclusive Interview* with Michael Hirst OBE Chairman of The Business Visits and Events Partnership.   Michael Hirst phones into the studio to discuss the manifesto released by the BVEP in the run up to the UK 2019 general election.   News Digest The News Digest is a roundup of the latest talking points in the events industry designed to keep you up to date and get you involved in the discussion. Leading the debate this episode, we have:  Edward Poland, Co-Founder of Hire Space Charlotte Gentry, Founder and CEO of Pure Events Chetan Shah, Founder and CEO of micebook.com Topics Discussed This Week: Communication, The Numbers from the BVEP Manifesto and Sustainability. Let us know your thoughts and join the discussion on Twitter with the hashtag #EventLAB.    Venue Talk Venue experts Jake lewis and Kate Deedman from Hire Space give us the inside scoop on two new venues opened in the last week. This episode they discuss Mercato Metropolitano Travelling Circus and The Lost Alhambra.  Follow EventLAB You can follow us on Twitter and Instagram.  If you have a question or topic you'd like us to discuss, you're opening a new venue or you're an events professional interested in appearing on the show, you can get in touch with us via email: Eventlab@hirespace.com

News Digest The News Digest is a roundup of the latest talking points in the events industry designed to keep you up to date and get you involved in the discussion. Leading the debate this episode, we have:  Edward Poland, Co-Founder of Hire Space Charlotte Gentry, Founder and CEO of Pure Events Richard Groves, Group Business Development Director at SMART GroupTopics Discussed This Week: The Content Survey From EventLab, TenderingLet us know your thoughts and join the discussion on Twitter with the hashtag #EventLAB.  Interview Sasha Cullen talks about The position of Weddings in the events industry and Catering to social clients. Inside the Showcase A new feature there a Member of the Hire Space team takes you inside one of their favourite Showcases from the last quarter. This week Ben Parker discusses a showcase hosted by the Switzerland Tourism Board  

News Digest - Live Edition  The News Digest is a roundup of the latest talking points in the events industry designed to keep you up to date and get you involved in the discussion. Leading the debate this episode, in an edition recorded live at EventLAB 2019, we have:  Edward Poland, Co-Founder of Hire Space Charlotte Gentry, Founder and CEO of Pure Events Richard Groves, Relationships and Opportunities Director at SMART Group Martin Fullard, Editor, Conference News    Why hotels developers are turning to event professionals to design their spaces Vegan unless you opt-in to meat - Is this the future?  Glastonbury 50 years on    Battersea Power House  Rayna Chauhan, Head of Sales at brand new London venue Battersea Power House, joins us to talk about winning the bid for the iconic London landmark, and what the new venue has in store for the events world.  Menu Talk Jake and Kate from the Hire Space Venue Expert team chat about two exciting London eating spots.  Relais De Venise Farmacy   Follow EventLAB You can follow us on Twitter and Instagram.  If you have a question or topic you'd like us to discuss, you're opening a new venue or you're an events professional interested in appearing on the show, you can get in touch with us via email: eventlab@hirespace.com

News Digest The News Digest is a roundup of the latest talking points in the events industry designed to keep you up to date and get you involved in the discussion. Leading the debate this episode, we have:  Edward Poland, Co-Founder of Hire Space Phoebe Cherry, Former MD of Smart Live and Founder of Phoebe Cherry Consulting Martin Fullard, Editor of Conference News   THE PURCHASE OF THOMAS COOK BY HAYS The QEII CENTRE HAS RECORDED ITS HIGHEST-EVER NET ECONOMIC CONTRIBUTION TO THE UKCOULD SAUDI ARABIA BE THE NEXT BIG DESTINATION FOR EVENTS   Let us know your thoughts and join the discussion on Twitter with the hashtag #EventLAB.     Interview with Andrew Davis Andrew Davis Keynote Speaker in Digital Marketing and Social Media & Content Marketing Trainer is on the show to talk to us about his career and how events professionals can stay ahead with social media and content   Venue Talk Nathan Marks and jake Lewis from the Hire Space Venue Expert team get together to discuss two new venues. Morton Society Electric Shuffle   Register for EventLAB 2019 Tickets for EventLAB 2019 are now available and it’s free to attend for all event booking professionals. Tickets include: Full access to the full exhibition & conference stage - both days 1 x free CPD Accredited Workshop Interactive activities and networking Giveaways and prizes   Follow EventLAB You can follow us on Twitter and Instagram.  If you have a question or topic you'd like us to discuss, you're opening a new venue or you're an events professional interested in appearing on the show, you can get in touch with us via email: Eventlab@hirespace.com   Music: 'Party People' by Oliver Morris

News Digest The News Digest is a roundup of the latest talking points in the events industry designed to keep you up to date and get you involved in the discussion. Leading the debate this episode, we have:  Edward Poland, Co-Founder of Hire Space Charlotte Gentry, Founder and CEO of Pure Events Richard Groves, Group Business Development Director at SMART Group   Why hotels developers are turning to event professionals to design their spaces   Dirty Crime: £1 million solid 18k gold toilet stolen from English palace     Let us know your thoughts and join the discussion on Twitter with the hashtag #EventLAB.     Live Availability Will Swannell Co-Founder and Cheif executive of Hire Space joins Joe to talk about Live Availability. A new system for booking events that make the entire process faster by implementing new technology.You can find out more about Live Availability by emailing venues@hirespace.com.   Venue Talk Joe joins Nathan from the Hire Space Venue Expert team as they chat about two new and exciting London London. The Hoxton, Southwark Blame Gloria      Register for EventLAB 2019 Tickets for EventLAB 2019 are now available and it’s free to attend for all event booking professionals. Tickets include: Full access to the full exhibition & conference stage - both days 1 x free CPD Accredited Workshop Interactive activities and networking Giveaways and prizes   Follow EventLAB You can follow us on Twitter and Instagram.  If you have a question or topic you'd like us to discuss, you're opening a new venue or you're an events professional interested in appearing on the show, you can get in touch with us via email: Eventlab@hirespace.com   Music: 'Party People' by Oliver Morris

Subscribe on iTunes EVCOM Edward Poland, Co-Founder of Hire Space, sits down with News Digest regular, Charlotte Gentry, Founder and CEO of Pure Events, to discuss her appointment to the EVCOM board.   Venue Talk George joins Joe from the Hire Space Venue Expert team as they chat about two new and exciting venues opening up soon in London. The Secret River Garden Mama Shelter   Networking in a Digital Age Alexandra Galviz, Co-Founder of Linkedin Local, shares her story and how you can transform you digital contacts into offline relationships along with essential tips for online networking at her talk recorded live on the Conference Stage at EventLAB 2018.       Register for EventLAB 2019 Tickets for EventLAB 2019 are now available and it’s free to attend for all event booking professionals. Tickets include: Full access to the full exhibition & conference stage - both days 1 x free CPD Accredited Workshop Interactive activities and networking Giveaways and prizes   Follow EventLAB You can follow us on Twitter and Instagram.  If you have a question or topic you'd like us to discuss, you're opening a new venue or you're an events professional interested in appearing on the show, you can get in touch with us via email: Eventlab@hirespace.com   Music: www.bensound.com 

Subscribe on iTunes News Digest The News Digest is a roundup of the latest talking points in the events industry designed to keep you up to date and get you involved in the discussion. Leading the debate this episode, we have:  Edward Poland, Co-Founder of Hire Space Samme Allen, Conference & Events Facilitator, Moderator and MC Martin Fullard, Editor of Conference News   SUNSHINE AND STORM CLOUDS Weather extremes prove a problem for the events industry   PROVING YOUR WORTH Are events falling behind when it comes to measuring ROI?    SHOW ME YOUR EVENTS FACE Should the events industry be championing facial recognition tech?   Let us know your thoughts and join the discussion on Twitter with the hashtag #EventLAB.     Setting a Standard for WiFi at Events Caleb Parker, Founder & CEO of BOLD and host of Future in 15 joins George to talk through the issue surrounding Wifi at events. Should there be an industry standard for events and who is responsible for meeting it?   An MC's Guide to Events Samme Allen, MC and News Digest regular shares her advice for events professionals gathered from her first year as an MC. If you're organising an event with an MC then Samme has loads of great tips for getting the most out of them and enhancing the experience for your guests.   Mentioned in the Episode ROI  HBAA MPI  ETC Venues   Register for EventLAB 2019 Tickets for EventLAB 2019 are now available and it’s free to attend for all event booking professionals. Tickets include: Full access to the full exhibition & conference stage - both days 1 x free CPD Accredited Workshop Interactive activities and networking Giveaways and prizes   Follow EventLAB You can follow us on Twitter and Instagram.  If you have a question or topic you'd like us to discuss, you're opening a new venue or you're an events professional interested in appearing on the show, you can get in touch with us via email: Eventlab@hirespace.com   Music: www.bensound.com 

Subscribe on iTunes News Digest The News Digest is a roundup of the latest talking points in the events industry designed to keep you up to date and get you involved in the discussion. Leading the debate this episode, we have:  Edward Poland, Co-Founder of Hire Space Samme Allen, Conference & Events Facilitator, Moderator and MC Julian Saipe, Ex-Director of Zafferano   VEGETARIAN AS STANDARD Should guests need to opt into meat?   HOW IS THE TREND TOWARDS VEGETARIANISM AFFECTING OUR FOOD CHOICES?   BLAZING A TRAIL Would the events world be the first industry to benefit if marijuana was legalised in the UK?   Let us know your thoughts and join the discussion on Twitter with the hashtag #EventLAB.     The Case for British Cheese at Events Francis Gimblett joins George to talk about his campaign to get the events world to raise their cheese game and support more local British artisan Cheesemakers. You can follow Francis and his #Campaignforbritishcheese on Instagram @FrancisGimblett.   Organising Events in the Developing World Harriet Glover shares her events advice as Head of Events for an international non-profit. With over 9 years of experience hosting events around the globe, Harriet talks to George about the lessons shes learned and the challenges she's faced.   Register for EventLAB 2019   Follow EventLAB You can follow us on Twitter and Instagram.  If you have a question or topic you'd like us to discuss, you're opening a new venue or you're an events professional interested in appearing on the show, you can get in touch with us via email: Eventlab@hirespace.com   Music: www.bensound.com   

Subscribe on iTunes News Digest The News Digest is a roundup of the latest talking points in the events industry designed to keep you up to date and get you involved in the discussion. Leading the debate this episode, we have:  Edward Poland, Co-Founder of Hire Space Charlotte Gentry, Founder and CEO of Pure Events Martin Fullard, Editor of Conference News   THERESA MAY'S HOLIDAY PLANS Finally, a government deal that recognises the Events Industry?   SHUTTING THE DOOR ON THE HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY What will EU migration restrictions look like post Brexit?   THE CITY WITH A SENSIBLE BEDTIME Mayor of London Responds to Nightime Commission Advice   Let us know your thoughts and join the discussion on Twitter with the hashtag #EventLAB.     7 Minutes With... Amanda Thurlow Amanda Thurlow, Engagement Manager at the ACCA and well known UK event industry blogger and content creator joins us to chat about the industry, all in 7 minutes.   Enhancing Stakeholder Engagement and Event Project Results EventLAB welcomed 30 events professionals into the distinguished Lee Library and its adjoining Reading Room at 10-11 Carlton House Terrace overlooking the Mall and St James’s Park. After a vibrant and healthy breakfast courtesy of Searcys catering, our guests settled into their seats for a workshop hosted by Kate Kassar, Director & Alice Hancock, Senior Event Manager at BEYOND.   Mentioned in the Episode CN 30 Under 30 Evcom   Enter the Hire Space Awards   Register for EventLAB 2019   Follow EventLAB You can follow us on Twitter and Instagram.  If you have a question or topic you'd like us to discuss, you're opening a new venue or you're an events professional interested in appearing on the show, you can get in touch with us via email: Eventlab@hirespace.com   Music: www.bensound.com   

Subscribe on iTunes   Sustainability: Do Clients and Customers Really Care? Recorded live at EventLAB 2018, the panel brings together three events professionals with different backgrounds to discuss the practicalities of running sustainable events. Moderator: Nicola Macdonald, Editor of Exhibition News On the Panel: Rick Stainton, Chief Executive, Smyle Michelle Lanaway, Manager, Bridge 5 Mill Steven Wade, Conference Producer, IR Magazine   Register for EventLAB 2019   Are you a Superstar Events Organiser? - Enter the Hire Space Awards   Follow EventLAB You can follow us on Twitter and Instagram.  If you have a question or topic you'd like us to discuss, you're opening a new venue or you're an events professional interested in appearing on the show, you can get in touch with us via email: Eventlab@hirespace.com   Music: www.bensound.com 

Subscribe on iTunes News Digest The News Digest is a roundup of the latest talking points in the events industry designed to keep you up to date and get you involved in the discussion. Leading the debate this episode, we have:  Edward Poland, Co-Founder of Hire Space Charlotte Gentry, Founder and CEO of Pure Events Ken Kelling, Associate Director at Davies Tanner   AN ETON MESS How could the leadership debates have been better organised?   THE WISDOM OF YOUTH? Should there be more millennials on advisory boards?   THE DANGER OF COMPLACENCY Ex-Police Chiefs warns of the lack of proper venue security   Let us know your thoughts and join the discussion on Twitter with the hashtag #EventLAB.     7 Minutes With... Nicola Roodt Nicola Roodt, Business Development Manager at the Pure Events joins us on the podcast to chat about life in the events agency world, cocktails and more, all in 7 minutes.   Smells Like Team Spirit Sam McNeil, General Manager for UK/Europ at Song Division joins us to discuss how they bring teams together through music. Song Division specialises in personal music experiences designed for teambuilding and entertainment at corporate events. London ZooArcelorMittal OrbitThe Tower of LondonHampton Court PalaceBMA HouseLumiere LondonScience MuseumLord's Cricket GroundHawker HouseSomerset House HMS BelfastThe Barbican   Register for EventLAB 2019   Follow EventLAB You can follow us on Twitter and Instagram.  If you have a question or topic you'd like us to discuss, you're opening a new venue or you're an events professional interested in appearing on the show, you can get in touch with us via email: Eventlab@hirespace.com   Music: www.bensound.com 

Subscribe on iTunes News Digest The News Digest is a roundup of the latest talking points in the events industry designed to keep you up to date and get you involved in the discussion. Leading the debate this episode, we have:  Edward Poland, Co-Founder of Hire Space Charlotte Gentry, Founder and CEO of Pure Events Richard Groves, Group Business Development Director at SMART Group Johnny Gentry, Dachshund   A US-UK TRADE DEAL IS ON THE HORIZON What are the differences between the US and UK events markets?   POLITICALLY AGNOSTIC? What are the leanings of the UK events industry?   CROUCHFEST 2019 Peter Crouch announces plans for his music festival   Let us know your thoughts and join the discussion on Twitter with the hashtag #EventLAB.     7 Minutes With... Glenn Mainwaring Glenn Mainwaring, Business Development Manager at the Barbican Centre and contestant in season 3 of SAS Who Dares Wins returns to the podcast for a quickfire interview. From favourite canapes to mental health and sales tip, Glenn shares his experiences of the events world.   How to Find Sponsors for Your Event  Kieran Morris, Sponsorship Director at Slingshot Sponsorship joins us to share some expert advice for event organisers. How to find and approach the right sponsors and how to grow the relationship year on year.   EventLAB Series: Proven Techniques To Enhance Stakeholder Engagement And Improve Event Project Results Our workshops are designed to offer fresh inspiration and strategic insight from event industry influencers. Meet your event objectives, stay on top of best practice, discover new innovation and keep ahead of the game. Register to Attend   Follow EventLAB You can follow us on Twitter and Instagram.  If you have a question or topic you'd like us to discuss, you're opening a new venue or you're an events professional interested in appearing on the show, you can get in touch with us via email: Eventlab@hirespace.com   Music: www.bensound.com 

Subscribe on iTunes [00:00:00] News Digest The News Digest is a roundup of the latest talking points in the events industry designed to keep you up to date and get you involved in the discussion. Leading the debate this episode, we have:  George Barker, Digital Content Executive at Hire Space Charlotte Gentry, Founder and CEO of Pure Events Martin Fullard, Editor of Conference News   TWO-THIRDS OF TRAVELLERS PREFER MACHINES WHEN BOOKING AIR TRAVEL How long before the whole industry follows suit?    THOUSANDS OF JOBS AT RISK AS JAMIE'S ITALIAN GOES INTO ADMINISTRATION Are people losing their appetite for chain restaurants?   HAS SAN FRANCISCO BANNED FACIAL RECOGNITION AT EVENTS? Does the industry need another conversation about digital privacy?   Let us know your thoughts and join the discussion on Twitter with the hashtag #EventLAB.     [00:21:20] 7 Minutes With... Mia Butler, Director, Pistachio View George Barker sits down with Mia Butler for 7 minutes of quickfire questions.  Mia is the Director of Pistachio View, a video marketing tool. Mia has many years experience in the events industry including working as a sales professional at the Meetings Industry Association.   [00:28:46] Key Tips For the Modern Event Salesperson   Ed Currer, Creative Director at Vinyl Impressions, explores the modern face of sales in the Events industry. Including tips on how video can help you make a personal connection with your clients.   Mentioned in the Episode IMEX Frankfurt Agency Directors Forum Schloss Hotel Kronberg BombBomb - Video Emails   Enter the Hire Space Awards The Hire Space Awards celebrate the best of the events industry by recognising and rewarding hard-working, innovative and forward-thinking venues and event bookers from across the UK. Discover the Awards Categories Here  Follow EventLAB You can follow us on Twitter and Instagram.  If you have a question or topic you'd like us to discuss, you're opening a new venue or you're an events professional interested in appearing on the show, you can get in touch with us via email: Eventlab@hirespace.com   Music: www.bensound.com