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		<title>MEET THE FUTURE: SPIER USHERS IN A NEW ERA WITH THE LAUNCH OF HYBRID AND VIRTUAL CONFERENCING</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2020 13:28:02 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[One of South Africa’s leading conferencing venues, Spier Wine Farm, launched its hybrid and virtual conferencing offerings with a glittering evening enjoyed both in-person and by members of the events sector in the comfort of their homes. Attendees were treated to a smorgasbord of treats showcasing the length and breadth of the virtual conferencing experience. These included live music streamed from Spier, a virtual Segway tour of Spier’s organic pastures, a tutorial by Chef PJ Vadas on how to make a mouth-watering Margherita pizza and an introduction to the art of mosaic. There were also belly-achingly funny acts by comedians Alan Committie and Nik Rabinowitz. Perhaps the favourite part of the evening for most was a virtual chocolate and wine tasting presented by Spier winemaker Anton Swarts. Each launch attendee had received a box featuring Spier’s new canned Sauvignon Blanc and Merlot along with two kinds of artisanal chocolates in advance so were able to enjoy the tasting first-hand. &#8220;Since the start of the pandemic we immediately switched to innovation mode and has been able to re-invent some parts of our business to continue serving customers,&#8221; says Spier GM, Joep Schoof. &#8220;I believe this world-class virtual offering can meet the [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Better and better &#124; Design Indaba announces 2020 dates as it celebrates 25 years of cultural invention.</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 12 Nov 2019 07:07:03 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Design Indaba’s yearly lineup is a highly anticipated event on the creative calendar. Having established itself internationally as one of the premier multidisciplinary programmes in the world, it consistently draws the globe’s luminaries to its stage. But it’s not just inspiration for inspiration’s sake that the conference advocates. With ‘a better world through creativity’ as their guiding principle, founder Ravi Naidoo and his team have continually shown their commitment to positive change through design-led thinking. In line with this powerful impetus, they’ve created a legacy for including speakers in the programme whose work seeks to better the world we live in – whether through technological advances, environmental advocacy, or simply social change that fosters healthier communities. The event can boast star-studded speaker alumni &#8211; leaders and achievers in a variety of fields – that constitute the who’s who of international design. Anyone from Thomas Heatherwick to Patricia Urquiola, Tom Dixon, Brian Eno, Yves Behar, Jaime Hayon, and scores of other global luminaries have graced Design Indaba’s stage to share their progressive work in genres as diverse as business innovation, product design, costume design, performance art, architecture, food design – and many more. The common denominator among its myriad speakers and [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Plan your events for 2019 and get ahead with Park Inn by Radisson Cape Town Newlands !</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 12 Feb 2019 07:39:14 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Park Inn by Radisson Cape Town Newlands encourages guests to enjoy its close proximity to exciting shopping and sports destinations like the Newlands Cricket Ground and Stadium. However, the hotel also provides the perfect location for meetings, events and conferences. Situated in the heart of the Southern Suburbs, Newlands has established itself as a commercial, residential and recreational hub, making it the perfect place for business and pleasure. With Newlands Forest a mere 5-minutes away, Park Inn by Radisson Cape Town Newlands offers a conveniently placed hospitality presence that makes it easy to plan for outdoor activities to follow a day’s business. Here, it’s possible to host a highly productive conference followed by tranquil activities with majestic views to end off the day. The conference facilities at Park Inn by Radisson Cape Town Newlands include five meeting rooms that are ideal for presentations, team-building exercises, corporate functions and personal events. The largest room spans up to 130 square meters and can be separated into two spaces, seating up to 160 guests. Other size options range from Classroom (35 seating) to Banquet (90 seating), Cabaret (50 seating) and Cocktail (100 seating). There are Smart Meeting concepts for all events and the option of Smart Food catering – extensive menu options with a [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Business of Design boasts impressive speaker line-up in Johannesburg</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 05 Oct 2015 12:02:28 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[HEAR FROM TOP LOCAL INDUSTRY EXPERTS AND DESIGN PROFESSIONALS AT A TWO-DAY CONFERENCE THAT WILL REVOLUTIONISE THE WAY YOU WORK 21-22 October, The Park, Level 7, Hyde Park Corner Through 18 talks on various dynamic subjects, Business of Design will guide, inspire and offer practical tools to help you change the way you do business. Plus, Stone Town Wines Networking Speakers include: Terry Behan, Social Entrepreneur and Brand Builder Africa: The Growth of a Continent Terry spends most of his time commuting across the African continent, where he works extensively with many of Africa’s best-loved brands, including GLO, First Bank, Mansard, Barclays, Orange, SAA and Airtel. His book, Connect with the Continent, helps brands understand key consumer trends and social movements across Africa. Terry also hosts a television segment that highlights design, brand and social trends throughout Africa. He combines his strong background in strategic consulting, commercial management and entrepreneurship with a natural innovative flair for selling ideas at the highest level. Natasha Sideris, Founder, Tashas Ten Years in the Making How a Brand Became a Lifestyle Having founded the first Tashas in Atholl, Joburg in 2005, Natasha celebrates a decade in the restaurant industry this year. With the sale of 51 percent [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Business Of Design Is Back To Do More Business</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2015 07:39:58 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Business of Design, the conference aimed at creatively revolutionising the way you work, returns to Cape Town and Johannesburg this October for its Spring 2015 edition. This third installment of the bi-annual programme boasts an all-new talk schedule, including first-time Business of Design speakers and fresh topics, with the Cape Town conference hosting guest international speaker Jim Brett, President of West Elm, the US-founded homeware retail store. Business of Design is a two-day conference led by top industry experts and design professionals to guide, inspire and offer practical tools to change the way people do business. Says Co-Founder Laurence Brick, MD of Platform Creative Agency and Creative Director of 100% Design South Africa: ‘We’re proud to already have had 69 of South Africa’s best minds speak on our stage during the previous two conferences in both cities. The networking that has taken place between them and the over 500 alumni delegates we now have has been invaluable.’ ‘Business of Design appeals to all industries,’ adds Co-Founder Trevyn McGowan of Source, Southern Guild and GUILD. ‘We’ve not only had designers and architects attend, but people from retail, accounting and marketing. Because the programme is geared towards both business skills and design thinking, it bridges the divide between the two, encouraging new ways of going about one’s [...]]]></description>
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