The State of Events – March

Rick Kronenwett • March 30, 2023

THE STATE OF EVENTS - MARCH

March 30, 2023 


A blue sign that says monthly check in state of events

Let’s check-in! There is always something happening in the events industry and we’re here to ensure you don’t miss the latest news.

March kicked off with the 95 th Academy Awards held at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood. For the first time in history, the ceremony’s main stage was designed by women! BizBash takes you through all the décor and design trends featured at parties, in green rooms, and as photo ops on Hollywood’s biggest night.

The results are in! Professional Conventions Management Association (PCMA) published the results of their EMEA Annual Engagement Survey for 2023. Read more about the biggest challenges and key priorities of event professionals for the year ahead.

As the weather is getting warmer, it’s the perfect time to start thinking about unique ways to enhance your springtime events. With everything from luxury picnics to faux pools, PartySlate lists their top trends to incorporate into events this spring and summer.

The newest and most talked about name in Artificial Intelligence is ChatGPT, a chatbot trained to provide detailed responses to given prompts. Les Roches University, one of the world’s leading hospitality schools, breaks down the challenges and opportunities that come with ChatGPT and its influence on the hospitality industry.

Immersive experiences are a great way to engage guests and demonstrate different brand activations. At this year’s South by Southwest festival in Austin, TX, experiential marketing took center stage. BizBash gives you an inside look at the festival’s best activations from the Audible Sound Studio to the HBO Max Coffeehouse.

March concluded with the announcement of the James Beard Foundation Restaurant and Chef Awards Nominees. Each year, the awards recognize exceptional talent and achievement in culinary arts and hospitality. Be sure to take a look at the list and see which restaurants you might want to visit!

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