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10th November 26, IBTM World: A growing pool of $4m in potential investment, ambitious entrepreneurs and an experienced investor community will come together at IBTM World next week, as Ignite brings months of preparation onto the show floor and into the spotlight.Delivered by IBTM World in partnership with specialist growth consultancy allpoints, the programme has built momentum through investor recruitment, mentoring and workshops. Now, founders will arrive in Barcelona ready to share their businesses, meet potential backers and customers, and put that preparation to work.At the heart of the action will be Ignite’s Future Stage sessions, where participating start-ups will pitch to investors in front of a live industry audience. Investors will give immediate feedback, question founders and explore the commercial potential behind their ideas, while audience participation brings the room into the conversation.The ideas coming through from the start-ups span the event experience: from AI interpretation services such as Voicefrom AI to event operations technology including KNO Events. Businesses such as Bridged Media are finding new ways to turn audience interest into commercial opportunities, while Always Friday is rethinking corporate event planning and delivery. Content management platforms such as Sessionboard demonstrate how technology is helping organisers build and coordinate their programmes.Claudia Hall, Exhibition Director, IBTM World, commented, “There’s something special about seeing the industry get behind its next generation of entrepreneurs. These businesses have put so much into preparing for Ignite, and next week we get to welcome them to Barcelona and help them make connections that could shape their future.“From the live pitches and investor feedback to meetings with buyers across the show, we want to give them every opportunity to be seen, heard and supported. I’m really looking forward to seeing what happens when all that ambition meets the experience and enthusiasm of our global community.”Behind those propositions sits the work already undertaken with allpoints, helping founders sharpen their investment stories, develop pitch decks and prepare for questions about growth. They will meet an investor community whose experience spans more than 25 successful exits, acquisitions and investments, with potential investment capacity continuing to grow as further investors join.IBTM World’s support extends that opportunity across the event. Alongside investor introductions and Future Stage appearances, start-ups have exhibition space, access to the buyer diary and the Ignite Lounge, connecting them with the international buyers, suppliers and industry leaders gathering in Barcelona.Investors also have a programme that reaches beyond the pitches. An opening panel, AI demonstrations and time to explore the Event Technology & Services Zone will offer different perspectives on the businesses and ideas shaping the sector. Meetings and networking throughout the show will give both founders and investors space to follow up on what catches their attention.Max Fellows, Founder and CEO of allpoints, said: “We’ve spent the past few weeks getting to know these businesses, challenging their thinking and helping them prepare. The excitement now is seeing that work come together in Barcelona. There are brilliant founders with ideas that deserve attention, and investors bringing capital, experience and a real appetite to engage. With IBTM putting its platform and community behind them, we have the ingredients for some very productive conversations.IBTM World takes place at Fira Barcelona Gran Via from 17–19 November 2026. For the Ignite community, next week is the moment to turn preparation into opportunity, as the people building the next generation of event businesses meet the people who can help them grow.
Lime Venue Portfolio (LVP) is proud to introduce the Living System Fund, a not-for-profit initiative created by our parent company, Levy, to support ecological projects that give back to nature, engage communities and create positive social impact.LVP’s parent company, Levy, is a leading global hospitality partner and proud founding partner of the Living System Fund, developed with not-for-profit RegenFutureCo CIC, a pioneering consultancy dedicated to advancing circular and regenerative practices.During 2026, Levy will contribute £500,000 to the fund to support six projects, alongside the double award-winning Biohub in North Yorkshire, which inspired the fund’s creation.The projects were selected for their commitment to nature restoration and social impact, the diversity of landscapes they represent, and their relevance to the supply chain supporting Levy’s family of hospitality businesses, including Lime Venue Portfolio.Levy, RegenFutureCo and the 2026 projects will track and report progress, while Lime Venue Portfolio will help share the stories and learning that can inspire, educate and engage our customers, venue partners and wider community.Giving Back to Nature. Engaging Communities. Bringing Social ImpactSpanning coastal, moorland, highland and urban environments, the projects for 2026 (below in alphabetical order) are:1. Allotment Soup, Isle of Walney, Barrow In Furness: Establishment of a new community orchard at ‘Allotment Soup’: 1.6 acres of former scrubland in one of Britain’s most economically and culturally challenged areas and which has been transformed by volunteers, artists and ecologists into a community growing and nature restoration space.2. GrubsUp! North York Moors, National Parks Partnership: Creation of connected habitats for pollinators and other invertebrates across the North York Moors, expanding the current, highly successful network.3. London Regenerative Farm Hub, Greenwich, London: Supporting the next phase of ecological regeneration at one of Europe’s largest city farms, in Greenwich. The project will help transform this unique 89-acre site into a leading showcase for agro-ecological farming in London.4. Project Seagrass, Laugharne, Wales: Development of a nursery for seagrass, one of nature’s ‘superheroes’. Seagrass plays a crucial role in carbon sequestration and storage, and Project Seagrass, led by three internationally recognised marine scientists, shares a vision of a world where seagrass meadows thrive, are abundant, and are well managed for people and planet.5. Restoring Highland Rivers, Kyle of Sutherland, Scottish Highlands: Ecological work supporting the health of two rivers in the Scottish Highlands. Riverwoods: Catchment Restoration is a partnership project aiming to restore river ecosystems across two catchments: the Cromarty Firth and the Kyle of Sutherland, spanning 3,600km2. Funding will contribute to the planting and protection of over 70,000 native trees and an environmental education programme for secondary school children at Alladale Wilderness Reserve, helping drive community engagement, understanding and action.6. River Friendly Farming, Fordhall Farm Community Land Initiative, Shropshire: Bespoke hydrology and ecosystems projects at this community-owned farm to support ‘river-friendly farming’. The works, including restoration of the farm’s oldest spring-fed pond, transplanting native marsh plants and planting apple trees along water courses, will attract native species and provide places for wildlife and people to enjoy the benefits of a healthy water ecosystem and the wildlife it hosts.Inspired by the Award-Winning BiohubThe Living System Fund’s projects join the Biohub ‘Living Lab’ in North Yorkshire, a ‘testbed’ project for agricultural regeneration which inspired the fund’s development.The Biohub was founded by leading ecosystems expert, Dr Vincent Walsh, and the ongoing transformation of a traditional upland’s sheep farm into a complex, thriving ecosystem saw it win two ecological awards in 2025.Levy will continue to co-sponsor the Biohub, as it has done since 2022, alongside Yorkshire Water and Quorn Pro.More than 500 colleagues and partners from across Levy’s businesses attended practical on-farm workshops in 2024 and 2025. These sessions explored the power of regenerative landscape design, its role in the hospitality supply chain and how that learning can help businesses such as Lime Venue Portfolio deliver experiences that support both people and planet.“At Lime Venue Portfolio, we believe venues and events can be a positive force for change. Through our parent company, Levy, we have already seen the difference that long-term partnership and practical action can make at the award-winning Biohub. The Living System Fund is an important next step, supporting a diverse group of nature-based projects that will deliver real benefits for landscapes and communities.For us, this is about turning ambition into action. By working together, investing with purpose and sharing what we learn, we can help create lasting value for people, places and the planet.”Jo Austin, Sales Director for Lime Venue Portfolio and C&E Sustainability Lead for Levy
Acquisition brings strategic marketing expertise, creative excellence and an experienced leadership team to GES, creating new opportunities to drive growth and revenue for exhibition and association clients.LAS VEGAS, NV, November 5, 2026 – GES, a global leader in exhibition and experiential marketing services, today announced its acquisition of CSG Creative (CSG), a premier marketing and creative services agency specializing in the association and exhibitions industries.The acquisition significantly expands GES's marketing capabilities by combining its global exhibition services and extensive event organizer relationships with CSG's deep expertise and demonstrated success in growing event attendance and revenue. As an operating company within GES, CSG will retain its established brand and continue serving its existing clients with the same experienced team, strategic insight and dedicated service that have defined the agency for nearly 25 years. The acquisition also creates new opportunities for CSG to bring its marketing and creative capabilities to GES clients across the enterprise."CSG has established itself as a leader in the association and exhibitions industry, with an exceptional track record of helping organizations and events grow through strategic marketing, creative excellence and measurable results," said Derek Linde, CEO of GES. "This acquisition is an investment in capabilities that complement our existing services and strengthen the value we bring to clients. It reinforces GES's commitment to specialized expertise, innovation and services that help clients build stronger brands, engage audiences and drive long-term business growth.”"We built CSG around a passion for helping our clients succeed through smart strategy, exceptional creative and a commitment to success," said Paige Cardwell, President and Founder of CSG. "Joining GES gives us a global platform to bring our expertise to a broader community of event organizers while creating new opportunities for our talented team. I'm excited to build on everything we've accomplished while preserving the culture and client relationships that have always defined us."Together, CSG and GES will be better positioned to help event organizers address increasingly complex audience and market dynamics and build more successful events."I’m incredibly proud of what Paige and the CSG team have built as part of NTP," said Robert Harar, Chairman of National Trade Productions, Inc. " CSG has grown into one of the industry’s leading marketing agencies, and we believe GES provides the right platform for its next stage of growth. This is a great opportunity for CSG, GES and NTP, and we’re excited about what lies ahead for all three organizations.”Cardwell and the entire agency team will remain in place to serve existing clients and support new business opportunities across GES
TEWKESBURY, UK - Hilton Puckrup Hall Hotel & Golf Club, Tewkesbury has been crowned Sports Venue of the Year at the prestigious Famtastic Awards 2026, recognising the venue's outstanding sporting facilities, exceptional event delivery and commitment to guest experience.The Famtastic Awards are uniquely judged by agents and buyers within the events industry, with judges only scoring venues they have personally booked and experienced. This respected peer[1]led approach celebrates venues that consistently deliver excellence, without the influence of marketing budgets or voting campaigns.Set within 140 acres of picturesque Gloucestershire countryside, Hilton Puckrup Hall Hotel & Golf Club, Tewkesbury has established itself as one of the region's most versatile destinations for sports, meetings, events and leisure stays. The award recognises the venue's ability to seamlessly combine sport, hospitality, accommodation and event expertise within a single destination.At the heart of the venue is its renowned 18-hole championship golf course, complemented by mini golf facilities, 15 contemporary meeting and event spaces for up to 180 delegates, 112 guest accommodation, a health club and leisure facilities, extensive outdoor grounds and the award-winning hospitality synonymous with the Hilton brand.Throughout the year, the hotel welcomes a diverse range of sporting and business events, including golf days, sports team stays, conferences, wellness retreats, fundraising events and residential group experiences. Its unique blend of facilities allows organisers to create memorable experiences while benefiting from the convenience of having accommodation, dining, leisure and event spaces all under one roof.A standout example was the recent Hilton Supply Management Golf Day, which brought together sport, networking, corporate hospitality and entertainment in one successful event. The occasion showcased both the quality of the venue's golf facilities and the team's expertise in delivering complex, multi-faceted events.The hotel also regularly hosts cricket, football and rugby teams, alongside corporate meetings, team-building experiences, international group tours, exclusive-use events within its grade II listed Manor House and large-scale social gatherings.Speaking about the award, Ahmet Donmez, general manager, said: “the award reflects the dedication of our entire team and our commitment to delivering exceptional experiences for every guest, whether they are attending a golf day, staying as part of a sports team, hosting a conference or enjoying a leisure break. We are incredibly proud of what makes Hilton Puckrup Hall unique: our ability to combine outstanding sports facilities, beautiful surroundings and world-class hospitality in one destination."Additionally, Leigh-Anne Thombs, sales manager added "we are absolutely delighted to be recognised as Sports Venue of the Year at the Famtastic Awards 2026. This award is particularly meaningful because it is judged by industry professionals who have first-hand experience of our venue and services”Located just minutes from the M5 and within easy reach of Birmingham, Bristol and the Midlands, Hilton Puckrup Hall Hotel & Golf Club, Tewkesbury offers the perfect balance of accessibility and tranquillity. Surrounded by rolling countryside, the venue provides an inspiring setting for sporting events, team-building activities, corporate gatherings and leisure escapes.The Sports Venue of the Year title further cements Hilton Puckrup Hall's reputation as one of the UK's leading destinations for sports hospitality and event experiences, celebrating a year of continued growth, innovation and excellence.