Consulting the World's Business Events Industry

Joined August 2011
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Hej! from Stockholm, where #GainingEdgeExpert Gary led a session on building destination impact strategies with 25 Swedish bureaus in attendance. Great to see such strong engagement from the Swedish bureaus! #DestinationImpact #SwedishBureaus #DestinationManagement
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In @TTG_Asia magazine’s anniversary edition, #GainingEdgeExpert Mike, shares how #technology has revolutionized the #tourism and #events industry. He emphasizes the importance of agility, sustainability, and innovation in shaping our future: ttgasia.com/pubs/ebooks/ttg-…
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Join us for the #GainingEdge Knowledge Exchange (#GEKEX) at #IMEXFrankfurt next week Wed the 15th from 0830-0930. More info -> linkedin.com/posts/gaininged… #GEKEX #IMEXFrankfurt #BusinessEvents #Tourism #DMOFunding #Associations
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#Throwback to the #ICCASkills #Luxembourg Hub! Proud of our #GainingEdgeExpert Milos Milovanovic for sharing his expertise on a range of topics. #GlobalEngagement #ProfessionalDevelopment
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At GainingEdge, we love a good case study and we're proud to share the latest #BCCaseStudy, by #GainingEdgeExperts Loren, Nigel, and Lesley. Read how the impact of the World Parkinson Coalition's congresses extends far beyond the events themselves: bestcities.net/case-study-wo….

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Wisdom Wednesdays with GainingEdge We're excited to launch a new series where we share insights from our #GainingEdgeExperts. This week, Gary Grimmer, our Executive Chairman, shares three secrets to our 20 years of success in business events consulting... (see comments)
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1. Deliver more than promised or expected 2. Pioneer and innovate on every project 3. Lasting relationships – once a client, always a client Bonus #tip: "Take time to feed the parrots. Stay tuned for more wisdom from our team. #WisdomWednesdays #GainingEdge
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Is your destination a beacon for association meetings that inspire change? Is your association a catalyst for meaningful change? Or do you know an association that has made a significant #impact with its meetings? Check the comments to learn how to win a $20k grant.
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Nominate for the #IncredibleImpactsAward, by @ICCAWorld and @BestCitiesGA 3 Finalists will present their case at the #ICCACongress in Abu Dhabi, with the winner receiving a $20k grant. Don't miss out! Nominate by 3 June '24! More info and nominations -> incredibleimpacts.com

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Curious about what #GainingEdgeExperts Lesley, Loren, and Nigel, have been up to? They're crafting inspirational case studies with actionable insights and clear explanations of outcomes and long-lasting impacts. Dive into @BestCitiesGA first case study: youtube.com/watch?v=winxijKP…
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#GainingEdgeExpert and #AIMEbassador Mike Williams will be part of a pivotal discussion at #AIME2024. Are you attending #AIME next week? Join them on Monday the 19th at 4pm as they dive into event planning, pitching, and bidding with a DEI focus: aime.com.au/event/session-12…
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Today, we announced Jon Sivertson's tenure as our CEO will conclude at the end of this February. His leadership has been instrumental in our success as he saw us through unprecedented times to our most successful year. Read the full announcement here: gainingedge.com/news/gaining…

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#CityToWatch: #Vienna's convention scene leads with distinction. Find insights in our Competitive Index report and in the comments below: gainingedge.com/news/gaining…

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#Vienna’s consistently outstanding performance showcases the city's ability to leverage its advantages. The city maintains its status as a superior destination, offering more than just a destination product by providing int'l scientific and professional meetings with excellence.
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One upcoming conference is the 14th Forum of European Neuroscience, which brings together 7000 experts in all fields of neuroscience. To find out more about other Cities to Watch, visit gainingedge.com/news/gaining… to download a copy of our Competitive Index 2022-2023 report.

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Happy to share that Issue 111 of #BusinessEventsWorld by our friends of @Iceberg_Curator is live! Packed with the latest trends and insights from the business events industry, it's a must-read for #eventprofs. Discover what's new: the-iceberg.org/newsletter/b…
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The #BCGlobalForum is currently taking place in #Melbourne. In a special gathering just before the main program, representatives from the 13 cities of the @BestCitiesGA had the opportunity to hear from our #GainingEdgeExpert Gary.
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From Toronto and Copenhagen to Singapore and Kuala Lumpur, our global #GainingEdge team gathered in Melbourne for a delightful dinner last night. Loren, Tia, Nigel, and Marlieke, here for the #BCGlobalForum, joined forces with our #Melbourne experts Mike, Debbie, and Gary.
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#GEexperts Jane, Caryn, and Marlieke - all based out of Kuala Lumpur - had a lively catch-up yesterday at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, toasting the new year. Here's to a fantastic 2024 ahead! #GainingEdge #GETeamKL #NewBeginnings2024
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