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1 week ago | 
conference-news.co.uk | Kristyna O'Connell |Adrian Pragnell |Heather Nicholls
Globally known and loved Korean survival drama, The Squid Game is coming to Immerse LDN at the Excel London waterfront. After successful runs in New York, Sydney, Seoul, and Madrid, Squid Game: The Experience, presented by Netflix in collaboration with The Luna Entertainment Group and LETSGO, will open at Immerse LDN this spring.
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1 week ago | 
conference-news.co.uk | Heather Nicholls |Adrian Pragnell
Integrated marketing and communications agency, MMGY has appointed Beth Freedman as its new executive vice president and managing director for the UK. Following an extensive recruitment process, Freedman will lead all UK integrated operations – working closely with MMGY Global EMEA president Caroline Moultrie and central Europe business Unit EVP Detlef Freiherr von Weitershausen-Haner to drive MMGY’s vision and growth forward.
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1 week ago | 
conference-news.co.uk | Heather Nicholls |Adrian Pragnell
Agency Correspondent Heather Nicholls speaks to Liz Rice, CEO of Metro Production Group (MPG) about the agency’s evolution from production company to creative events agency. MPG is a female led creative events agency based in London. The agency has a rich history that is rooted in technical expertise. Originally named Metro Broadcast, MPG has grown from its origins as a video production company and stepped more into the events world.
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1 week ago | 
conference-news.co.uk | Kristyna O'Connell |Adrian Pragnell |Heather Nicholls
To highlight Stress Awareness Month, Center Parcs Conferences & Events has revealed that work events held outdoors are better for employee wellbeing, productivity, and overall business performance, when compared to indoor events. Center Parcs worked with a third-party research company to survey HR decision makers in the UK and gather expert insight into the ways company away days, sales conferences, and training days impact employees and businesses alike.
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1 week ago | 
conference-news.co.uk | Heather Nicholls |Adrian Pragnell
On 30 April 2025, the Mercure Manchester Piccadilly Hotel will host beam’s All Members Meeting, with a content-rich agenda tackling some of the industry’s most pressing topics. The event will feature thought leaders, industry experts, and next-generation professionals exploring subjects ranging from AI in events to Martyn’s Law and venue security, with a firm focus on innovation, safety, sustainability, and workforce transformation.
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1 week ago | 
conference-news.co.uk | Adrian Pragnell |Heather Nicholls
The Scottish events industry is set to celebrate its brightest talents and outstanding achievements with the Scottish Event Awards, taking place on 24 April at Edinburgh Corn Exchange. The shortlist has now been unveiled, with a wide array of nominees competing for top honours. The awards cover key areas such as event/festival planning, production, sustainability, and technology.
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1 week ago | 
conference-news.co.uk | Heather Nicholls |Adrian Pragnell
Independent PR & communications agency, Rooster, has been appointed as the UK and European PR agency for three of Hudson Yards New York’s most exciting bucket list attractions.
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1 week ago | 
conference-news.co.uk | Adrian Pragnell |Heather Nicholls
B2B travel technology marketplace, HBX Group has announced the launch of HBX Group eWallet, a B2B payments platform specifically designed for the travel industry. The product has been developed in collaboration with FinPay, an e-money institution regulated by the Bank of Spain, and will be initially available in Spain in April 2025, with plans to expand to OECD countries starting in June.
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1 week ago | 
conference-news.co.uk | Adrian Pragnell |Jonathan Hammond |Heather Nicholls
As AI-powered chatbots become increasingly embedded in our daily lives and business operations, it’s easy to be drawn in by their speed and convenience. But The Voice of Reason – chief ideas officer Simon Clayton of RefTech urges a moment of caution. The events industry is embracing artificial intelligence, and chatbots may be seen as a simple and effective first step into using AI. These ‘digital assistants’ offer efficiency, cost savings and round-the-clock support.
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1 week ago | 
conference-news.co.uk | Kristyna O'Connell |Jonathan Hammond |Heather Nicholls
Conference News delve into Kent to explore how the region is positioning itself as a destination for events. Kent’s identity as the “Garden of England” is said to date back to the 16th century, when King Henry VIII was reportedly impressed by the county’s cherries. Today, the region’s fertile soil and favourable climate continue to support fruit production and hop growing, reinforcing its agricultural legacy.
