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First impressions often clinch the deal

It is perceived that attractive, well-dressed people enjoy the benefit of getting a firm foothold on the corporate ladder faster than their badly groomed colleagues. Add a strong knowledge of their particular business field, teamed with soft skills...

Corporate cut-backs hurt MICE spend

It is noticeable that the majority of the MICE Spend sector – which is the corporate market – has indeed cut-back on MICE Spend.  In a snap survey undertaken within the last four weeks – MICE venues are finding their traditional booking clients are...

UK MICE spend increases for SA benefit?

Interesting read is the upward trend of the UK MICE industry. Quoted in Meetpie.com published by CAT Publications is the latest data from the Institute of Practitioners in Advertising. ‘Events budgets have increased by almost eight per cent, It...
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Zambezi Sun goes lighter on lighting

With electricity costs rising and increasing global emphasis on cutting energy consumption in support of a healthier environment, the Zambezi Sun has stepped-up its efforts to optimise energy efficiency. During the recent refurbishment of the...

Expos hold top position in the marketing mix

For sheer effectiveness in converting leads to sales, exhibitions take the lead against other forms of marketing, according to recent research conducted by US-based Center for Exhibition Industry Research (CEIR). This, says Gary Corin, MD of...