Tuesday, October 21, 2025

Scammer Targeting Event Planners Still on the Loose

 
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Andrea Doyle
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Scammer Targeting Event Planners Still on the Loose
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A scammer with a deep understanding of how event planners work is still at it, exploiting the fast-paced nature of the industry and the trust that small firms place in clients. With tens of thousands of dollars at stake, planners must remain vigilant. 
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Join us at 11AM (ET) on October 22 for the Cost-Cutting Idea Exchange, a rapid-fire discussion where we will share and discuss the best money-saving solutions. This idea-sharing session will be led by two expert meeting professionals with contributions from our live audience.

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The Federation is working to ensure that jobs in the events industry are recognized by the government and academia the same way they are in other industries. It's a monumental task.
 
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