Top Trending Stories on BizBash: March 2023

Wondering what the rest of the industry is up to? Here, BizBash offers a peek over the fence at what other event pros have been reading this month.

Top Trending Stories on BizBash: March 2023
This year’s NBA All-Star Weekend took place in Salt Lake City from Feb. 16-19. Thirty-five brands were on-site, supporting the b-ball festivities with sponsorships and activations, including Hennessy. The brand’s immersive A.I. x AI integration allowed fans to use artificial intelligence to design their own custom digital courts inspired by Allen Iverson. See more: NBA All-Star Game Weekend 2023: See How Brands Courted Fans with These Activations
Photo: Natasha Campos/Getty Images for Hennessy USA

Because data can be extremely telling, we thought the rest of the industry could benefit from what our editors are seeing on the back end—that is, what event pros are really staying on top of right now. Consider this monthly list your own insider pulse on the event and meeting industry.

1. Checklist: 10 Things To Do As Soon As Your Event Ends
The work doesn't end just because the guests are gone. Before you take a much-deserved break, here are some key things you should do as soon as the venue's doors close.

2. 18 Cool Event Ideas You May Have Missed From Marvel, Sephora, Frieze LA, and More
Here’s a look at some steal-worthy ideas we spotted in February 2023.

3. Oscars 2023: Elegant Event Inspiration From Hollywood's Most Glamorous Week
Gold tones reigned supreme at events surrounding the 95th Academy Awards, with parties from the Academy, Warner Bros., Essence, and more creating elegant tributes to Tinseltown.

4. SXSW 2023: How Immersive Experiences Ruled at the Austin Fest
Brands like TikTok, Roku, HBO Max, and more flexed their experiential muscles at Austin’s massive 10-day festival. Check out the 20 activations that caught our eye.

5. How to Handle Dietary Restrictions at Large-Scale Events
Three event professionals dish tips on handling special dietary requests at award shows, galas, and food festivals.

6. How Instagram, Influencers, and Engagement Drove Programming at the 22nd Annual South Beach Wine & Food Festival
The famous food and wine fĂŞte made way for FoodieCon, plus a fully loaded gallery with all the food, beverage, and branding highlights.

7. 18 Cool Event Ideas You May Have Missed From TIME, JCPenney, Coach, and More
Here’s a look at some steal-worthy ideas we spotted in March 2023.

8. NBA All-Star Game Weekend 2023: See How Brands Courted Fans with These Activations
Brands such as Google, American Express, and Under Armour took over Salt Lake City for a weekend filled with hoops-themed immersive experiences.

9. Industry Innovators 2023: 9 Planners, Designers, & Producers Influencing the Future of Live Events
From boundary-pushing event designers to forward-thinking festival producers, this talented group is worth keeping an eye on.

10. Memorable Networking Ideas We've Spotted at Events—and Why They Worked
Looking for some fresh networking ideas? Readers share the experiences that made an impact. Plus, we rounded up some of our favorite networking ideas from past BizBash coverage.

11. See Weird and Wonderful Design Inspo from NYFW Fall/Winter 2023
IMG Focus.’ Dominic Kaffka shares some secrets about fashion show production and why the venue needs to match the collection.

12. The 1619 Project Premiere Proves That Thoughtful Event Design Goes a Long Way
Held at The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in Los Angeles, the premiere event for the Hulu original series aimed to be intentional with every touchpoint.

13. 17 New Venues in New York for Spring 2023 Meetings and Events
Take an inside look at these trending restaurants, resorts, meeting and event spaces, and more recently opened in New York.

14. NYFW Fall/Winter 2023: See the Stylish Activations Sponsors and Brands Served Up
Afterpay, 818 Tequila, TRESemme, and more strutted their stuff at this month’s New York Fashion Week.

15. 9 New Venues in Atlanta for Spring 2023 Meetings and Events
Take an inside look at these trending restaurants, resorts, meeting and event spaces, and more recently opened in Atlanta.

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