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the past year that will leave a lasting mark on the town ’ s business events history .
“ We ’ re now looking at how we can expand on that core offering to enhance the delegate experience and put Blackpool on the meeting and events map . There are some exciting developments on the horizon , both in terms of our resort ’ s upcoming events as well as the work we ’ re planning with our partners . We ’ re working hard to leverage Blackpool ’ s forward-thinking technology , infrastructure , culture and sector specialisms , as while Blackpool for many conjures up nostalgic childhood memories , for us it also represents a vibrant and innovative hub of redevelopment and movement with a bright future ahead – that ’ s why business in Blackpool is always a pleasure .”
Industry collaboration In a move that cements the town ’ s dedication to the events industry , Meet Blackpool and the Winter Gardens Blackpool have recently joined the Meetings Industry
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Association ( mia ), one of the fastest growing associations in the conference , meetings and events sector .
As part of its Destination ’ s Membership , Meet Blackpool will have access to the mia ’ s business support tools and business intelligence as well as the opportunity to join exclusive member learning events .
In addition , Winter Gardens Blackpool has joined mia as a venue member . As part of its membership , Winter Gardens Blackpool has secured the mia ’ s highly acclaimed AIM Secure accreditation . To achieve this , the venue had to meet a set of strict criteria including the quality of its meeting and events facilities ; commitment to delivering a healthy and hygienic environment ; service delivery ; compliance with legislation and commitment towards diversity and inclusion .
Looking to the future The teams at the Blackpool Conference and Exhibition Centre and the Winter Gardens Blackpool
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Above : The Blackpool waterfront is famous across the UK
For more information visit : www . meetblackpool . com
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have been working hard to build an impressive events pipeline for the remainder of 2023 . The venue teams have seen an increase in the value of events being booked for 2023 , which are currently expected to generate almost £ 1.2m in economic benefit . Looking further ahead , both venues combined have confirmed around £ 2.2m of events until 2027 , generating approximately £ 1.9m of economic benefit .
Michael Williams , Managing Director , Winter Gardens Blackpool said : “ We ’ ve had an incredible first year of business for our new venue , the Blackpool Conference and Exhibition Centre , welcoming 55,000 people through our doors .
“ I am incredibly proud of the entire team and the outstanding results they have achieved for both the Winter Gardens Blackpool and the new venue . I am excited to continue this upward trajectory and see what opportunities the next few months can bring for Blackpool .” CN
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