AP LIVE Events

20/06/2024

🇫🇷 Cannes Lions 2024 🦁
 
Held annually in Cannes, France, the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity is home to the world’s most prestigious advertising awards. Celebrating creativity, effectiveness and innovation in the global advertising, marketing and communication industries. 
 
We are proud to work alongside suppliers, vendors and local agencies in the delivery of this spectacular event.  
 

17/06/2024

Last week we were onsite at events in Zurich, Switzerland. This week we are delivering events in Cannes, France! 🇫🇷 
 
Famed for its international film festival and stunning vistas, this coastal town on the French Riviera hosts the annual Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity. 
 
AP Live are thrilled to be back in the south of France again this year to support on a series of fantastic events for the advertising and communications industry. 
 
 

10/06/2024

We can’t believe it has been a week since we flew out to Boston, USA for the ClimaTech conference with Advertising Week 🇺🇸 
 
It was an incredible series of events in two phenomenal venues: the MGM Music Hall Fenway and the Citizen’s House of Blues 🎸 
 
11+ Accelerators 🎤 
60+ Sessions ⏱️ 
3 Days 📆 
 

07/06/2024

This week AP LIVE are onsite in Boston, USA! 🇺🇸 
 
✈️ Our Project Director Carolyn Mason has flown over from the UK to support the delivery of ClimaTech 2024 for Advertising Week. 

Taking place at the incredible MGM Music Hall Fenway and House of Blues, The ClimaTech conference brings together expert thinkers, leaders and innovators from around the world, each at the cutting-edge of the climate revolution, to the heart of Boston ⚾ 

23/05/2024

🇫🇷 Merci beaucoup to the brilliant team at Hôtel Plaza Athénée for their hospitality on our recent site visit to Paris!

True to its extraordinary city, Hôtel Plaza Athénée is no ordinary hotel. On the prestigious avenue Montaigne, the tree-lined boulevard of French fashion, the hotel proudly offers guests the very best of Paris. 🥂
 
Fresh, iconic, inspiring, and utterly magnificent. We were treated to a unique and unforgettable experience as we prepared to embark on an immersive journey back to the ancient heart of French gastronomy, in their Michelin-starred restaurant ‘Le Relais Plaza’ - led by Chef Jean Imbert. 👨🏻‍🍳

Here, seasonal ingredients and a summer garden-inspired menu signal a return to nature. Chef Jean Imbert truly demonstrates how quality produce needs only the simplest touch to become deliciously unforgettable. 🥙

 

13/05/2024

It’s a busy week for the AP Live team as we are helping to deliver numerous events in London whilst simultaneously on the ground in Toronto, Canada. 🌎 
  
We love supporting our clients and working with the various suppliers who help make these events a success. 💜  
  

08/05/2024

Some of the best international marketers will be in Canada next week for Global Marketing Week – and so will we! 🇨🇦

AP LIVE will be on the ground in Toronto and we can’t wait for the programme of events planned by the World Federation of Advertisers.

Hopefully we will see you there for another week of discovery, inspiration and learning with the best minds of the industry. 

18/01/2024

💡 Insights into the abundant Event Industry Trends and Predictions for 2024 are circulating.

Over the past few months, we've explored the latest trends and what to anticipate in the ever-evolving world of events.

As we embrace the year, the event landscape continues to evolve, presenting fresh opportunities and challenges.

If you're a marketer, a seasoned event planner, or simply curious about the future of the event world, read our summary blog and discover the key trends shaping the events of 2024

click here ➡ https://bit.ly/48BZSh7

10/01/2024

💰 TOMS - The Tour Operators Margin Scheme

⭐ Did that headline make you double-take or run for the hills? ⭐

As event planners, TOMS has been a compulsory element that has had to be considered when organising events throughout the EU. Since Brexit, nothing has changed for UK-based event planners working in the remaining member states.

It's a VAT scheme that is complex and forever changing, and as event planners, it's not easy for us to completely understand.

As of today, January 10th 2024, we are still (very much) in the scheme and, so this latest blog in our Event Doctor series, Understanding TOMS, will hopefully be helpful to you.

📍 We are NOT EXPERTS in this field; this blog is our understanding of the scheme. We advise everyone, for every scenario, to get professional specialist guidance. However, we have added a few useful links that can direct you to this help.

Just when you thought Dry January, Post Festive Slump and Dark Nights weren't enough... 😍

If you're brave enough...here's the link - https://bit.ly/47uaVHR

04/01/2024

🌟 Are you looking for a temporary Event/Project Manager for your next event? 🌟

❓Maybe you have an event in the New Year business plan - but no dedicated ‘event’ team to deliver it?
❓Looking to employ a temporary in-house Event/Project Manager? Or enlisting the help of an event agency?

Both options have their merits, making the choice a daunting task…BUT Don’t limit your perspective over the best value! Here’s why…https://bit.ly/3vnFMst

💡 For the cost of an individual, why not get a dedicated Event Manager with the support of an entire team? 💪

01/01/2024

Welcome, 2024!

Happy New Year to all our valued connections around the world.

#2024

25/12/2023

Happy Christmas Day to all our connections who celebrate this day
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07/12/2023

All of us at AP LIVE are thrilled to support Save the Children's Christmas Jumper Day 2023! 🎄

Whilst mainly working remotely, we couldn't miss the opportunity to participate in this heartwarming charity event. Our morning virtual Teams meeting was filled with festive cheer, and we hope that the funds raised will bring some extra sparkle to the lives of the children this worthy charity supports.

Wishing everyone a joyful Christmas Jumper Day from all of us! 🌟

23/11/2023

This Thanksgiving, our thanks for our valued business connections in the USA knows no bounds. 💜Today especially, you're in our thoughts.

From all the team at AP LIVE, we wish you and your families a very Happy Thanksgiving🤝

10/11/2023

WE ARE HIRING

🌟 Join Our Team as an AP LIVE Event Assistant! 🌟

At AP LIVE, we're more than just a full-service event agency—we're creators of unforgettable experiences, and pioneers in the world of Hybrid, Virtual, and Live events. Click here 👉🏼 https://bit.ly/4638jQN to learn more about us.

We are thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity for an Event Assistant to join our team.

With a reputation for delivering high-profile conferences, exhibitions, press launches, and more for audiences worldwide, we're on the lookout for a passionate and dedicated individual to support our Event Management team.

This is a full-time, remote-based role, with occasional travel required for meetings and on-site events.

📍 Ready to take the first step?
Click here 👉🏼 https://bit.ly/3MDvqKV to view the full job description and further details about this exciting opportunity.

If this sounds like your dream job and you're ready to embark on an exciting journey in the events industry, we'd love to hear from you! Please drop us a line at [email protected].

02/11/2023

Exciting news! 🌟 We are attending Cvent CONNECT Europe next week at Hilton London Metropole!

Discovering exciting event tech innovations, fresh ideas, best practices, and inspiration to elevate our event game! 🚀

AP LIVE's Sr. Event Manager Mark Frias-Robles & Client Relations Manager Julie Priestley will be attending.

☕ So, if you are too, let's connect and grab a coffee!

23/10/2023

🌟 Monday Motivation 🌟

Being an event organiser requires a unique set of skills. Skills mastered and honed over time. 🤹🏼‍♀️ A master of juggling, calm and composure, even when it doesn't always go to plan!

📍 Multi Tasking Vs. Uni Tasking The blog 👉🏼 https://bit.ly/3QttZ3Q

So how can we adapt to enable us to perform our best under pressure?

👨🏼‍⚕️ In our latest 'Event Doctor' blog, we visit the myth of multi-tasking and question why Uni-tasking should be the next skill we embrace. 💫

We invited motivational leadership speaker and former RAF Combat Helicopter pilot Sarah Furness who inspires her audiences with relatable human performance, to help us explain the advantages of Unit-Tasking Vs Multi-Tasking for optimum performance under pressure...

So put everything else down, turn away from your desk and click the link ⬆. it maybe the best use of 5 minutes you ever had!

AP LIVE Event doctor: Uni-taking for better performance. Forget the myth of multi-tasking...for best performance we must learn to uni-task.

08/10/2023

📢 Announcing the launch of our EVENT DOCTOR SERIES... 👩🏼‍⚕️

Addressing Event Organiser's Pain Points...

🌎 Using Translation Services

In a world of Inclusivity and Global events, the need to ensure every attendee has the capability of understanding every aspect is crucial.

With ever-evolving technology, translation services are becoming a minefield of options. How do you know, or trust which one will suit your every need?

In our latest blog we visit this topic and offer our insights into a few of the options and what to consider.

📍 Read now: 📖 https://bit.ly/3ZQRvuQ

06/10/2023

WOW... what an amazing week we've had. With so many Thanks to give...

We were invited to this year's MIS International, a proactive networking event, in Marbella. Organised by evenTwo. With fabulous event sponsors:

Turismo Andaluz
Costa del Sol - MICE

Hosted at hardrockhotels Marbella.

Our Snr Event Manager Mark Frias-Robles has just returned, having connected with so many key contacts there. Thank you for meeting us:
Alejandra Vives
Manuel Lara
Laura de Arce S. d la Poza
Casilda Lozano
Elisenda Claret
Mercedes Escudero Cano
Albert Costa Rodriguez
Laura Cantalejo
Reyes Faulo
Jonatán Pintado Márquez
Miguel Segura Niz
Raquel Corrales Garcia
Sandra Raffin López
Manuel Ferrís Gallego
Juan Manuel Barbará
Alberto Cardeñosa Calvo
Elias Albini
Verónica Guerrero Palacios
Rafael Espejo Merelo

02/10/2023

Finding Global Venues Series: Discovering Cannes, FRANCE 🌍

🛬 This week we take you to a special destination with scenic views, plenty of luxury and much much more... 💫

Every year, the world's top creative minds converge here for the celebrated Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity.

If you're working on plans for showcasing at Cannes Lion 2024, we're here to help. Yachts, Villas, Beachfronts, Penthouse Hosting, Branding, Graphics, AV Solutions, Product Launches, Cocktail Receptions to Fireside Chats. Nothing is too big or too small!

Our passionate team has consistently delivered seamless events in Cannes. We work closely with a range of trusted local partners, ensuring that every detail, from logistics to branding, is spot-on.

💜 Nous aimons Cannes! 💜

Dive into our latest blog for more insights, tips, and tales from the Riviera! 🌟 👉🏼 https://bit.ly/46u29K0

Any questions on Cannes? - Then do get in touch, we'd LOVE to help.

28/09/2023

⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ RECOMMENDATION - Rachael's Kitchen ❤️

⏳ Yesterday, at the eleventh hour, we were asked to provide a quantity of treats for our client, ready for their delegates to take home today.

💪🏼 Never assuming anything is impossible at AP LIVE…we searched and found Rachael's Kitchen - Based in Worthing, West Sussex... and BOY did they deliver! 🎉

· 120 cupcakes 🍰

· 4 flavours plus vegan and gluten free selection.

· Ready in just 4 hours! ⏲

Thank you so much Rachael's Kitchen for being amazing and delivering these delicious branded cupcakes within hours!

If you’re ever in need of a quick with quality turn-around … look no further. ❤️ 🎺

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27/09/2023

AP LIVE Celebrates World Tourist Day 🌏

This is one day that resonates in the vast and ever-evolving world of global event planning.

Incorporating World Tourist Day into global event planning is a great way to highlight the beauty and importance of diverse destinations.

Sustainability in Tourism ♻

A crucial element of World Tourist Day is understanding and promoting sustainable tourism. Event planners have a unique position to push for eco-friendly practices.

Consider promoting how to minimise carbon footprint or collaborating with organisations dedicated to preserving nature and local cultures.

Happy World Tourist Day! 🎉

26/09/2023

🌟 Celebrating International Week of Happiness at Work 🌟

One of our common team beliefs is that a happy team is a productive team!
As we join the global community in celebrating the International Week of Happiness at Work, we're pausing to reflect on how lucky we all feel being part of Team AP LIVE, every single day. 🌍😊

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Here's some of what our team has to say about today:

"Despite the miles, our bond keeps us close. Teamwork truly makes our dream work!" 💼🤝

“Brilliantly supportive and extremely fun team to work with paired with the joy of being able to work from home”.

" Being immersed in a team of the kindest, hardest working, creative event professionals in the biz, helps bring out the best in me and makes work a joy.”🌐💬

"Every morning, I'm motivated not just by our goals but by the inspirational people I work with." 🌅🚀

" Working with a fantastic team who are passionate about what they do! Always ready to jump in and support each other in whatever we do. ❤️🙌

"When you're part of a great team, delivering exceptional results becomes second nature." 🎯✨

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In a world where getting the mix right is challenging for many, we at AP LIVE are undoubtedly PROUD (and very happy) to blow our own trumpet. 🎺 It's not just about success; it's about happiness at work. And we've hit the right note! 🎶

25/09/2023

🌌 Dreaming of the Perfect Event? 🌌

As we join the world in celebrating 🌙 , remember that every great event starts with a dream.

Whether it's a corporate function, a fundraiser, a seminar, or a conference, your vision deserves the best ex*****on.

We might be a small team, but our global reach and experience make us mighty. 💪🌍

If you've been seeking a passionate event partner who can help transform your event dream into reality, look no further.

Let's start a conversation! Please DM us today to discuss how we can support and elevate your next event.

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25/09/2023

DON'T MISS OUT: Preparing for the most memorable Christmas celebration yet is not too late!

We'd LOVE to help you create a magical party that sparkles like the stars above.

Our expert team will provide you with the perfect blend of elegance, excitement, and enchantment to bring your vision to life. Whatever your brief, we can deliver.

From small festive gatherings to grand soirées, no event is too small or too big for us! 💫

Don't forget to check out our blog on how to make your Christmas celebrations rock https://bit.ly/3ri6NvT

Together, let's make this Festive season one to remember!

22/09/2023

🛬 Landing at Lyon 💫

🌟 Our latest instalment in the 'Finding Global Venues' series focuses on the enchanting city of Lyon, France.

Join us as we take a journey in this historic UNESCO World Heritage Site, Lyon. Thanks to Blanche Savereux and the team at OnlyLyon Tourisme & Congrès for their help, in helping us share the excitement of this destination. ✨

A top-notch destination for global events, from its rich history to its modern-day appeal. If you're considering an event in Europe, this is a must-read.

Read the Lyons Blog here: 👉🏼 https://bit.ly/44Xv8Vv

13/09/2023

🌴 New Blog Alert: Miami - Finding Global Venues" 🌴

🌞 The next stop is in the Sunshine State's Miami... 🌊

From art-filled neighbourhoods in Wynwood to the swanky hotspots in South Beach, Miami offers a unique blend of culture, style, and energy.

👉🏼🔗 https://bit.ly/3EzQc9D

🔍Miami venues of distinction

🔍Planning partners

🔍Event considerations

🔍Grants and travel advice

And, of course, a sprinkle of Miami’s legendary sun, sea, and salsa! 💃

If you've ever considered Miami as a destination for your next event -this blog is a must-read.

Please read it, drop your thoughts, and don't forget to share it with those who might find it valuable!

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13/09/2023

Wednesday Wonders

We’re Riding the Sugar Wave of US National Chocolate Day!" 🍫🏄‍♂️

Remember when the UK started to embrace Black Friday? And then got super spooked and started celebrating Halloween, as if we've always been doing it? 🎃

Well.. all of us at AP LIVE are almost as passionate about our chocolate as we are event planning, so we thought we would celebrate the US National Chocolate Day with all our trusted American partners … and you!🍫😋

So here’s to the morning Mocha, lunchtime brownies and, afternoon fondues…and everything else chocolatey in between!

Happy Chocolate Day! 🥒🍫

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