EventMB

MAY 26, 2022

London and New York-based event tech company Glisser raised $4.9 Australian events management software provider EventsAIR has received a significant private equity investment, believed to be over $100 million, led by The Riverside Company. The platform came online for PCMA’s Convening Leaders that took place in January.

Event Tech 209

Event Tech Tech 2021 2022 209

Event Industry News

DECEMBER 2, 2019

The Whova team was delighted to take two awards back to their office in San Diego: Best Event App and Best Event Networking Technology. This is the fourth year Whova has picked up an Event Technology Award, but the first time they have won the coveted Best Event App category. Brand Events. Event Tech.

Event Apps 79

Event Apps Technology Event Technology Trade Shows 79

Social Tables

OCTOBER 6, 2018

From more engaging, holistic experiences to the the bold new expectations of “bleisure,” event planners and suppliers are racing to adapt in an industry that’s as dynamic as it’s ever been. While the shifts are plentiful, there are five that stand out from the fold when it comes to modern event design.

Meetings 158

Meetings 2016 Trade Shows Social Media 158

Event Industry News

APRIL 4, 2019

Akkroo, market leaders in the emerging B2B event lead capture space, today announced that it has been acquired by US-based Integrate , the global leaders in B2B demand orchestration, in a deal worth $34 million USD. . Akkroo’s Pioneering Approach to Event Lead Capture and Processing. 1 demand tactic for B2B marketers.

Management 108

Management B2B Advertising Trade Shows 108

EventMB

AUGUST 19, 2024

Shauwa McKinley, principal at Clear Current Consulting, has made a career balancing event planning , travel and tourism, environmental education and sustainable business consulting. This includes rising events disrupted by extreme weather, such as the increase from three in 2013 to 72 in 2023 in Canada alone.

Consulting 91

Consulting 2013 Sustainability Government 91

PCMA Convene

MARCH 11, 2024

At PCMA Convening Leaders 20204 in San Diego, Ten Fifty Entertainment’s Austin Whitney led an immersive tour to show event professionals what makes an event or venue accessible when it comes to mobility needs. I have experience with disability, I understand event production, and I am in law school.

2013 110

2013 Consulting Trade Shows Sponsorships 110

Eventtia

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

In 2024, the demand for robust and feature-rich event management platforms continues to grow. While the EventMobi event management platform has become a leading tool for event planning, it’s important to consider alternative solutions and competitors to ensure you find the platform that best suits your specific needs.

2024 62

2024 Healthcare Event Apps B2B 62

Eventtia

OCTOBER 30, 2024

In 2024, the need for comprehensive and feature-rich event management platforms continues to rise within the event management industry. Whether you’re an experienced event planner or new to the industry, this guide will help you navigate the available options and select the platform that best fits your organization’s needs.

2024 62

2024 Event Apps Retail Event Management 62

MeetingsNet

MARCH 18, 2024

Here’s how Aimee Misako Gabel will apply her experience at a fast-growing association to the newly established role of senior vice president, events and education, for U.S. Travel Association introduced Aimee Misako Gabel as the organization’s first senior vice president, events and education. On March 14, the U.S. Travel Association?

Travel 98

Travel Meetings Trade Shows 2013 98

PCMA Convene

DECEMBER 20, 2018

Speaker diversity continues to be a hot topic in the meetings and events industry. On average, across different types of events, more than two-thirds — 69 percent — of speakers were male, while less than one-third were female. The speakers and specific events they spoke at remain anonymous. “We

Speakers 98

Speakers 2013 2018 Trade Shows 98

Event Leadership Institute

MARCH 17, 2021

It took a 100-year event like COVID—slamming the brakes on all in-person events—to finally get people to pay attention to virtual. On April 13, 2010, I moderated a panel discussion on virtual events for the International Association for Exhibitions & Events. Business Barometer: Market Caps & Valuations.

2021 102

2021 2020 Trade Shows Tech 102

PCMA Convene

OCTOBER 29, 2021

The events industry is helping to grow that market. For example, in October, the Radisson Hotel Group announced a plan to make all the meetings and events at more than 400 of its EMEA properties carbon negative by paying for offsets that amount to double the carbon footprint of each meeting. Budgeting to Make the Planet Better.

Sustainability 105

Sustainability Travel 2013 2021 105

PCMA Convene

OCTOBER 11, 2024

One reason why that may be is that the mid-career period is also the time when many women choose to start families, but studies show a significant drop-off in networking during this career phase for women who don’t have children as well. Women-only professional events “are definitely getting bigger billing,” Hoey said.

2023 52

2023 2013 Tech Trade Shows 52

Fork in the Road

JANUARY 22, 2013

Even as the gauntlet of digital disruption—social media, mobile, virtual events, new content channels—was thrown down, PCMA looked it square in the eye and said, “Bring it on.” We succeeded in laying out the issues and even discussing the “elephant in the room”: live events are not immune to the disruption. Antediluvian association.

Meetings 65

Meetings 2013 Social Media Wireless 65

Event Industry News

JUNE 29, 2022

The sold-out event features 10 stages which will play host to over 100 game-changing speakers from both inside and outside the talent acquisition industry. RecFest is the brainchild of Founder and CEO Jamie Leonard, who believes that the event should first and foremost champion the community it serves.

B2B 52

B2B 2013 Trade Shows 2022 52

Endless Events

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

2022 is going to be our best year yet; we’ve embraced exciting new event technology and hybrid events as the way of the future! If 2020 was a year of pivoting and learning about virtual events, 2021 was a year of putting that knowledge to the test. Which virtual event platform features to look for? The result?

2022 133

2022 2015 2011 2021 133

PCMA Convene

JULY 31, 2017

Early on the CVB realized that, even after pumping up traditional efforts — investing in a larger trade-show booth and a new ad campaign — it needed to try something different to catch the attention of event organizers who typically skim over its name. Seth Spillman ‘We have a different point of view.’

Marketing 81

Marketing Meetings Social Media 2013 81

Event Industry News

DECEMBER 22, 2021

Founded in 1999, MEETYOO provides a premium all-in-one platform for immersive virtual and hybrid event experiences. With offices in Berlin, Mannheim, New York, and Singapore, we count to the world’s leading virtual event providers and award-winning IT companies and have made our software available to customers in over 80 countries.

2013 52

2013 Trade Shows Conference Management 52

Connect Your Meetings

APRIL 25, 2017

On April 12, AFR Furniture Rental, a national lounge furniture rental company for live events, announced its acquisition of West Coast-based Kool Party Rentals. Schmitt shares three key benefits for event professionals. Better Pricing on AFR Furniture Rental Items for West Coast Events. More Rental Options.

2010 54

2010 2011 2013 Trade Shows 54

Eventtia

MAY 27, 2024

Disclaimer: This Cvent competitors analysis was conducted considering the leading event management platforms based on the information available on their websites, as well as on Capterra and G2 score. We encourage you to conduct your own extensive research before choosing the best event management software.

2024 62

2024 Retail 2011 2013 62

Bizzabo

MAY 15, 2020

In less than six weeks, we launched our inaugural virtual event (Almost) IN-PERSON for over 6,000 event professionals. Last week, Bizzabo brought thousands of event professionals together for the (Almost) IN-PERSON virtual experience. For a more behind-the-scenes review, check out this webinar with our event marketing lead.

Speakers 92

Speakers Events Technology Marketing 92

PCMA Convene

OCTOBER 9, 2024

The Female Quotient hosts its signature Equality Lounges at major events like the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity. Fifty women showed up, and a movement started. FQ’s signature Equality Lounges “focus on creating space where real connections and friendships can be formed,” Bender Small told Convene via email.

2013 52

2013 Trade Shows 2025 2024 52

PCMA Convene

NOVEMBER 17, 2017

We’ve just republished a story from our November 2013 issue that proved why it’s important to circulate a sexual-harassment policy among attendees at your event and what to include in that code of conduct. The magnitude of that truth should shake you to your core,” Corn continues. I am not alone.”

Trade Shows 40

Trade Shows 2013 Government Hospitality 40

Bizzabo

MARCH 19, 2020

Learn how to host a hybrid event that combines the best of virtual & in-person experiences. Have you ever considered hosting a hybrid event? In light of recent developments regarding the coronavirus-caused COVID-19 pandemic, many event organizers have decided to explore new ways to bring people together.

Event Ideas 81

Event Ideas Social Media 2020 Conference 81

Event Industry News

AUGUST 27, 2021

Konduko is seeking several experienced, senior sales professionals with extensive experience of the event sector to join our global sales team and aggressively expand our market share within the North American market. Established in 2013, Konduko is a global event technology supplier headquartered in Biel, Switzerland.

Trade Shows 52

Trade Shows 2013 Insurance B2B 52

PCMA Convene

JANUARY 3, 2017

For all of these different segments of the grain-based foods industry, someone had to go to a different trade show to get what they needed.”. PMQ Pizza Magazine has been a partner since IBIE 2013, staging “a unique town-hall-style pavilion” called PMQ Pizza Village on the show floor. Now, they can just go to IBIE.

Retail 45

Retail 2007 Trade Shows 2016 45

Connect Your Meetings

APRIL 29, 2019

Cathy Breden, CMP, CAE, works in Dallas as e xecutive vice president and COO of the International Association of Exhibitions and Events , and CEO of the Center for Exhibition Industry Research. As a 2019 15 Over 50 honoree, Breden discusses her passion for the events industry. Connect with Breden on Twitter.

2019 40

2019 2013 Trade Shows Government 40

Expo Logic

FEBRUARY 28, 2020

iBeacon for Events, floor analytics, indoor location and more…. Once again Apple has triggered an event-industry innovation streak. Sold before the event, a beacon can be placed in the exhibitor’s booth or in key strategic areas of the conference venue to determine: Attendee counts by hour/day. Attendee presence by zone by day.

2013 36

2013 Event Apps Wireless 2014 36

Eventtia

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Disclaimer: This analysis was conducted considering the leading event management platforms based on the information available on their websites, as well as on Capterra and G2. We encourage you to conduct your own extensive research before choosing the best event management software.

2024 62

2024 Retail 2011 2013 62

Eventtia

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Disclaimer: This analysis was conducted considering the leading event management platforms based on the information available on their websites, as well as on Capterra and G2. We encourage you to conduct your own extensive research before choosing the best event management software.

2024 62

2024 2011 2013 Retail 62

Canadian Special Events

JULY 6, 2017

Using Creative Technology To Enhance Your Event Environment. We as event planners are constantly faced with the challenge of having to create bigger and better experiences but we are told to stay within the same budgets or sometimes even less. 2016 Trade Show. Lighting is an easy and cost effective way to create ambiance.

2013 68

2013 2012 2015 Technology 68

SpotMe Blog

MAY 4, 2021

Virtual conferences aren’t a groundbreaking idea anymore, but event planners are continually learning how to use them in groundbreaking ways. One of the many benefits is a hybrid element, which includes the best of in-person and virtual events. Virtual Conference vs. Virtual Event: What’s the Difference? Trade shows.

2021 130

2021 Conference Social Media Healthcare 130

Eventtia

NOVEMBER 24, 2023

Disclaimer: This analysis was conducted considering the leading event management platforms based on the information available on their websites, as well as on Capterra and G2. We encourage you to conduct your own extensive research before choosing the best event management software.

2024 62

2024 Retail 2011 2013 62

Eventtia

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Disclaimer: This analysis was conducted considering the leading event management platforms based on the information available on their websites, as well as on Capterra and G2. We encourage you to conduct your own extensive research before choosing the best event management software.

2024 62

2024 Retail 2011 2013 62

Eventtia

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Disclaimer: This analysis was conducted considering the leading event management platforms based on the information available on their websites, as well as on Capterra and G2. We encourage you to conduct your own extensive research before choosing the best event management software.

2024 62

2024 Retail 2011 2013 62

Fork in the Road

JANUARY 22, 2013

Even as the gauntlet of digital disruption—social media, mobile, virtual events, new content channels—was thrown down, PCMA looked it square in the eye and said, “Bring it on.” We succeeded in laying out the issues and even discussing the “elephant in the room”: live events are not immune to the disruption. Antediluvian association.

Meetings 40

Meetings 2013 Social Media Wireless 40

Fork in the Road

JANUARY 22, 2013

Even as the gauntlet of digital disruption—social media, mobile, virtual events, new content channels—was thrown down, PCMA looked it square in the eye and said, “Bring it on.” We succeeded in laying out the issues and even discussing the “elephant in the room”: live events are not immune to the disruption. Antediluvian association.

Meetings 40

Meetings 2013 Social Media Wireless 40