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Reed Smith launches Legal Guide for Hospitality

International law firm Reed Smith has launched a 'first-of-its-kind' A-Z legal guide exploring the future of the hospitality industry globally. In six chapters written by leading lawyers across multiple practices, Reed Smith’s ‘Tomorrow’s Hospitality: A-Z Navigating The Future’ guide covers …

ESSA Announces new Board Chair and Vice Chair

ESSA, the Events Supplier and Services Association, have announced the appointment of Marija Erzen as Chair and Rob Brackstone as Vice Chair. Marija will be taking over from outgoing chair Lou Kiwanuka and will be utilising her significant 30 years …

Marriott International & Groups360 Announce Online Instant Booking

Marriott International and Groups360 recently announced the launch of instant online booking for Marriott’s portfolio of hotels in the United States and Canada. According to the press release… "Marriott International is the first brand to have a direct integration with …

Eventcombo Virtual Town Hall Celebrated 2022 With Global Team

Eventcombo recently hosted a virtual town hall on their own Fireworks platform with their global team. The event, which took place before the end of 2022, brought together employees from over 10 regions and cultures. The virtual town hall was …

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The Venues Collection completes refurbishments Of Eastwood Hall & Sedgebrook Hall

The Venues Collection has announced the completion of the extensive refurbishments of two of their conference and training venues, Eastwood Hall in Nottingham and Sedgebrook Hall in Northampton. Both venues have benefited from the refurbishment of all communal space, including …

Edge Hotel School’s Student Conference, Sharing Stories of Success

Edge Hotel School hosted its Student Conference recently (23rd -27th January). The main aim was to inspire students with stories of successful careers, but also to address the challenges the industry faces. Current hotel and event management students, alumni and …

Government Ban On Single-Use Plastics Welcomed By 15Hatfields

The UK Government has announced a ban on single use plastics, it will come in to affect in October this year. The ban will include plastic plates, trays, bowls, cutlery, balloon sticks, and certain types of polystyrene cups and food …