Just as computer software needs to be updated regularly to maximise its performance, so too do the policies and practices around Broad-based Black Economic Empowerment (or B-BBEE, also known as BEE). Since its inception in 2003, BEE has undergone a...
Are you getting the most out of your association membership?
Let’s be blunt; businesses are struggling at the moment and therefore looking for ways to cut their costs. This can mean re-examining expenses to see what is non-essential and can be done without. For some, their association membership might be a...
How the CPA impacts event indemnity – for everyone in the events industry!
You are likely familiar with the many types of indemnities in the events industry, some examples being: contractual clauses that exhibitors must sign; the terms and conditions that delegates must accept when registering to attend a conference; or...
From idea to execution: How Continuous Improvement can transform your business
By Anna Chetty, Strategic Project Manager at RS Components South Africa Richard Branson knows a thing or two about ideas. One of his favourite quotes is from Alfred North Whitehead, the ground-breaking philosopher and mathematician: “Ideas...
Getting to know Lorraine Jenks
The Top Women in MICE Awards were created to celebrate the women in our industry who are exceptional role models – not only in terms of their professional skills, but also for their integrity, creativity, passion and for giving back to the...
Registration for WTM Africa 2020 is open
World Travel Market Africa (WTM Africa) is part of the global WTM family, and was launched in 2014 to bring together the industry experts and regional travel professionals to promote Africa’s travel industry. WTM Africa is held in one of...
The Conservatory’s new summer menu
Paul Nash, Executive Chef at the award-winning The Conservatory restaurant, has created a seasonal summer menu. Offering three-courses, the new fine dining fare promises something for everyone – including vegetarians. Here’s a sneak peek of some of...
Celebrate the festive season at Spier
Spier Wine Farm is hosting a number of family-friendly events this festive season. 1. Jazz up your Christmas lunch Skip slaving away in the kitchen this Christmas, and instead treat the family to a festive buffet. Gentle jazz music, supervised...
Get ready for FAB Bridal Expo 2020
The 20th edition of FAB Bridal Expo will take place on 4-5 April 2020 at Venue D’Aria in Durbanville. This event is a showcase of everything a bride will need to plan her wedding day – or even for those planning a corporate event or a special...
SA Investment Conference uses Flock’s tech to improve delegate experience
For the second consecutive year, Flock Eventing Platform kept the South African Investment Conference (SAIC) delegates informed and engaged with its mobile phone app for the event. SAIC 2019 attracted 1 500 delegates from across the globe for the...
Spier Light Art returns
The Spier Light Art opening ceremony will take place on Friday 6 and Saturday 7 December 2019, from 18:00. You’re invited to join a procession across a multi-sensory, cross-cultural wonderland featuring dancers, stilt walkers and other illuminating...
The EGF’s networking social, with a social sustainability angle
Bringing social sustainability to life, the Event Greening Forum (EGF) hosted an educational networking event at Foakes Coffee Roastery and Bakery, in Victoria Yards, Johannesburg, on Thursday 24 October 2019. The main theme of the afternoon was...