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6 days ago

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How much of your attention does technology get each day?At the beam Autumn All Members Meeting, keynote speaker Alexander Bell will bring humour, history and science to a question that matters across meetings, events and hospitality: how do we use technology while giving people the space to be fully present?From 150 years of the telephone to AI and smart glasses, Alexander will explore our changing habits and share practical Tech Rules® to help protect attention, improve digital wellbeing and build genuine human connection.📅 12 November 2026📍 The Oxford BelfryJoin us for this members-only event. Register here: beam-org.uk/events/beam-all-members-meeting-3/#WeArebeamUK #membersmeeting #keynotespeaker … See MoreSee Less

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1 week ago

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We’re heading to #NoVacancy London 2027! 🙌beam is delighted to be joining the event as an official partner, bringing our network and the voice of the business events, accommodation and meetings industry to Excel London.Taking to the stage will be beam Board Directors Katie Niland and Linden Beattie, joining a panel exploring how hoteliers can unlock the full value of their hotel space.We’re looking forward to two days of fresh ideas, new connections and collaboration across the hotel and accommodation sector.📅 24–25 February 2027 📍 Excel LondonWho will we see there?#WeArebeamUK #NoVacancyLondon #HospitalityIndustry #BusinessEvents #HotelIndustry … See MoreSee Less

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1 week ago

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Agency members asked for more time to talk. We listened.Our next beam Agency Engagement Meeting starts earlier and runs longer, giving you more time with fellow agents to discuss what 2027 could hold for meetings, events and transient business.We’ll review the 2026 data with Jason Gutteridge from Cvent/Venue Directory, then open up the discussion to hear what you’re seeing in your own business. There’s an open mic session too, so tell us what you’d like on the agenda when you register.📍 Down Hall – Hotel | Spa | Estate 📅 19 November 2026 | Arrive from 11am🎟️ Exclusive to beam agency members, with the meeting, dinner and an overnight stay complimentaryRegister here: beam-org.uk/events/beam-autumn-agency-engagement-meeting-2/#WeArebeamUK #AgencyMembers #AgencyEngageent #BusinessEvents … See MoreSee Less

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2 weeks ago

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It's been a busy week for our beam members. Here's a quick recap on everything that has happened in the last 7 days…🟣 Clarity Business Travel launches new apprenticeship-first programme with highest-ever intake🟣Five years, 4,400 bookings and 654,000 teas and coffees: The Eastside Rooms celebrates Birmingham milestone🟣New Film, New Mindset: Crowne Plaza Newcastle – Stephenson Quarter Puts Its People Centre Stage and on Screen🟣 Warbrook House Heritage Hotel Achieves Greengage ECOsmart Silver Award🟣 The Celtic Manor Resort and ICCWales crowned at the M&IT Awards 2026🟣 Church House Westminster launches Christmas carol services as part of new festive events collection🟣 Nottingham Venues Shortlisted in Three Categories at the mia Awards 2026🟣 EICC launches Nourish Event Catering with a fresh culinary vision🟣TM44 Alliance launches as heatwaves spotlight hotel air conditioning legal risk 🟣Louisa Watson named M&IT Personality of the Year🟣Government Response to CMS Committee PublishedGrab a cuppa and take read here 👉 www.linkedin.com/pulse/weekly-update-beam-org-mnfde#WeArebeamUK #MemberNews #BusinessEvents … See MoreSee Less

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2 weeks ago

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We’re still on a high after Friday night’s M&IT Awards, where our 2025 Chair Louisa Watson scooped Personality of the Year🏆💜Seeing Louisa recognised was a brilliant reminder of the exceptional people we have across our industry, and now it’s your opportunity to celebrate those making a difference in your business.Entries for the 2027 beam Awards are already coming in, so don’t leave yours until the last minute.This year includes our brand-new Account Manager of the Year category, alongside the newly renamed Chris Peacock Award, recognising the rising talent within our industry.Who deserves their moment in the spotlight?Entries close 30 October 2026.👉 Submit your entry: beam-org.uk/2027-beam-awards/#WeArebeamUK #beamAwards #EventProfs #BusinessEvents #IndustryAwards … See MoreSee Less

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A collection of videos from our Come Dine With Me events in 2026.
Come Dine With Me – 2026 Montage
Feast your eyes! This year the beam Forum landed at Wyboston Lakes Resort and the theme: Relationships. The day was filled with great content, time to build connections, and an Ibiza themed evening to round things off.
beam Forum 2026 – Wyboston Lakes Resort
This time round, our beam podcast is talking about the social power of events and the industry as a whole.
beam Podcast, Season Two, Episode Two: The Social Value of Events
Take a look at the aftermovie, put together by the amazing Mr & Mrs Grey (https://www.mrandmrsgrey.co.uk/), of the beam Gala Dinner 2025. Hosted at The Grand Hotel Birmingham
beam Gala Dinner 2025 – The Grand Hotel Birmingham
Take a look at the aftermovie of our 2025 annual forum.
beam – Annual Forum 2025
Take a look at the highlights from the beam Gala Dinner 2026, at The Belfry
beam 2026 Gala Dinner – Highlights
Welcome to the first of our second season of beam podcasts. This time round we kick the year off with our host Ben Hull (beam Marketing director), and two very special guests, Louisa Watson (beam Chair) and David Tremmil (beam incoming Chair).
beam Podcast, Season 2, Episode 1: Leadership in Focus – Chair to Chair
The final beam podcast for 2025 is here, and this time we're talking about all things apprenticeships.
beam Podcast – The Ins and Outs of Apprenticeships
Welcome to the fourth installment of the beam Podcast, this month we bring you a great conversation from our host Linden Beattie (beam board) and guest Peter Heath (Venue Performance).
beam Podcast – Episode 4: Performance Unlocked, Insights That Power Venues & Agencies
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