The Guide is shortlisted for major DPA award

Event magazine's sister title, The Guide, has been shortlisted for product of the year in the directory journalism equivalent of the Oscars.

The Guide is up for a DPA Award
The Guide is up for a DPA Award

The Guide, which was launched at the start of the year by Event magazine has become one of the must have publications for anyone working within the event industry and has been shortlisted for product of the year in the DPA Awards.

Featuring expert analysis from high profile figures involved in 18 different sectors of the industry ranging from exhibitions and experiential campaigns to product launches and Christmas parties, The Guide also boasts listings of more than 1,000 events spaces and suppliers.

The success of The Guide has led to the creation of , an interactive and educational live event that brings for a series of one-on-one meetings.

Such was the success that The Guide Live Winter 09 will be taking place at on Wednesday 11 November.

The seminar programme will include three topics: product launches, outdoor events and bespoke parties. Each seminar will consist of a panel of four experts who will be questioned on the current state of their sector, and quizzed about what the future holds by Event magazine editor Jeremy King.

Delegates, who will be must prove that they spend more than £250,000 a year on events. To apply

Venues and suppliers wishing to be a part of this exclusive event should contact Michael Newton at michael.newton@haymarket.com

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