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Data Hygiene During Busy Conferences: 5 Tips for Success

Eventmobi

When it comes to managing a conference , there are so many tasks on your plate. From securing sponsors to engaging attendees, the process can quickly become overwhelming. Amidst all the conference chaos, however, remember that data is the key to unlocking important insights about your audience and improving future events. To ensure your conference data is useful and error-free, follow data hygiene best practices and build these strategies into your conference management plan from the beginning.

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A terrific example of the value of client feedback—Part 1

Conferences that Work

I love my clients, but some have a special place in my heart — those who generously give me feedback. All the conferences I design and facilitate have a time and place for participants to share their experiences. But most clients don’t give me post-event feedback about my work or the event. And that’s okay. After all, feedback benefits me, and it takes time and effort for a client to articulate clear feedback.

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6 Powerful Ways to Make Event Promotion Easy for Speakers

Attendease

As an event professional, it can be all too easy to get lost in the details. Logistics, ticket sales, and tight timelines can fill up your list of priorities…fast. But it’s important to remember that your speakers can be your greatest asset when it comes to the overall success of your event. Speakers are usually happy to promote an event. But if they have to work too hard to help spread the word, your event could fall to the bottom of their to-do list.

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Melinda Burdette: Planning for Planners

EventMB

Skift Take: Dive into the world of event planning with Melinda Burdette, the senior director of events for MPI. Discover how this "head chef of chefs" manages the chaos, surprises attendees, and navigates the evolving trends in the industry with a calm and collected demeanor.

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Unlock the Secrets of Event Marketing Masters

The greats learn from the greats. Set yourself and your team up for success with tried and tested strategies and insights from event marketing geniuses at Vanta, Partnership Leaders, Quantum Metric, Rocketlane, and Explori.

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How to Boost Engagement at Your Conference

Event Age by Swapcard

Attendee engagement is critical for building meaningful relationships, boosting brand visibility, and driving business results at your trade show, exhibition, or conference. High engagement levels translate to more leads for your exhibitors, increased ROI, and a memorable event experience for all participants.

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Ally and Joey’s Modern Minimalist Wedding with Classic Elegance at The Quay

EventSource

The crisp breeze of early spring carried with it a sense of anticipation and joy as Ally and Joey celebrated their union at The Quay. The venue provided the perfect backdrop for their love-filled wedding with its picturesque waterfront setting and modern architectural charm. Guided by the expert hands of Duet Events , every detail of their special day was meticulously curated to blend contemporary style with timeless elegance.

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RefTech partners with Realise to drive USA expansion

Event Industry News

RefTech, the award-winning provider of innovative event registration and scanning solutions, has created a strategic partnership with Realise to propel the company’s expansion throughout the United States. Through this collaboration, RefTech’s cutting edge event registration systems will be readily available across the entire USA and will be supported by Realise’s expert onsite project management.

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4 Ways to Bring the Surprise Travel Trend to Meetings

EventMB

Skift Take: The trend for mystery trips is on the rise — but your destination doesn’t have to be a secret to be a surprise. We reveal how event planners can inject the unexpected into their next off-site meeting by seeking out classic activities with a dash of quirkiness, creativity, and place.

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Transform Your Catering Business with Influencer Marketing

Caterease

Word-of-mouth has evolved into a powerful online phenomenon in today’s digital world. Collaborating with food influencers can be a game-changer for caterers looking to expand their reach and credibility.

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How to Get Speakers, Exhibitors, and Attendees to Promote Your Event With Video

In this best practices guide, you’ll learn how to tap into the cost-efficiencies of advocacy and word-of-mouth marketing with video. Examples include speakers providing a preview of their upcoming sessions, exhibitors creating “please stop by” invitations and attendees creating “looking forward to seeing you” introduction videos. Learn about best practices and programs created by leading companies and associations including ASIS, AUVSI, SuperZoo, National Restaurant Association, World of Concret

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2024 Fab 50: Inside Trinity Displays

Event Marketer

FLIPPING IDEAS INTO REALITY Our Trinity team is a collaborative force of creative thinkers, project managers, friendly account representatives, and skilled craftspeople. We proudly offer a diverse range of solutions, from readily available portable displays to custom fabrication and large-format printing, ensuring we can meet your unique needs. “The Trinity team handled the Eggo House with grace every step of the way and delivered a beautiful experience.” -Momentum Worldwide To trans

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Top 7 event planning challenges and how to overcome them

eventplanner

Planning an event can be both exciting and daunting. From managing logistics to ensuring attendee satisfaction, there are numerous challenges that event planners face.

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Nicole and Parker’s Effervescent Elora Mill Wedding

EventSource

Nicole and Parker’s wedding at the Elora Mill Hotel & Spa was a breathtaking celebration that perfectly captured their love and joy. Towering above the thundering falls of the Grand River and Elora Gorge, the mill’s rustic yet classy atmosphere provided the ideal backdrop for their special day. The couple chose this location for its unique blend of old-world charm and modern amenities, ensuring a comfortable and memorable experience for all their guests.

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Are Celebrity Speakers Worth It?

EventMB

Skift Take: Jason Sudeikis, the creator of Ted Lasso, was a no-show at a recent convention he was to speak at. Business events professionals are asking if celebrity speakers are even worth it.

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Download Now: 2022 Virtual + Hybrid Event Platform RFP Template - Enterprise Edition

Download 200+ new RFP questions for hybrid and virtual event technology success. After 10,000 downloads, the SpotMe Virtual + Hybrid Event Platform RFP Template is the ultimate procurement tool for event technology. This template is ideal for companies looking for a vendor to fulfill their specific virtual + hybrid event platform needs and requirements!

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Collective of event suppliers set to Ex-Celerate the industry with £50,000 incentive

Event Industry News

A collective of leading event contractors and suppliers has announced the launch of Ex-Celerate, a new £50,000 initiative focused on helping independent organisers launch new shows.

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FX Activates a ‘Courtside Club’ Exhibit to Highlight One of the Biggest Scandals in Sports

Event Marketer

Experiential venue SRGN Studios was the setting for the Courtside Club experience. When you’re resurrecting one of the biggest scandals in sports history, it’s a “go big or go home” kind of moment. And that was FX’s approach when it unveiled a “Courtside Club” fan exhibit to bring to life the real events behind its limited series “Clipped” about disgraced NBA coach Donald Sterling.

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The Business of Events publishes Policy Agenda – a series of recommendations to boost the UK economy through events

Prestige Events Magazine

As the UK General Election approaches its final stages, The Business of Events (TBOE) has published its Policy Agenda, featuring seven critical recommendations aimed at enhancing the UK’s economy and promoting advancements in knowledge exchange through events. This comprehensive agenda is designed to inform and influence the incoming administration and policymakers about the vast opportunities within the UK’s event ecosystem.

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Breakthrough for Ticketing: What Ticketmaster's New Commitment Means

eventplanner

The summer of 2024 brings good news for consumers and event organizers. Ticketmaster, one of the largest ticket sellers, has made major commitments that will dramatically change the way tickets are resold.

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Dominate Your Local Market With These 4 Reputation Management Strategies

Speaker: Adam Dorfman, Lindsay Harrison, and Erin O'Brien

Did you know that 4 out of 5 consumers use local search and 88% use smartphones for those searches? With that in mind, I think it's safe to say your online presence is the silver bullet of your business. Think about the revenue you could be missing by not prioritizing local search optimization. Fortunately, there are a handful of steps you can take right now that will immediately impact your business's pace in local search, and we're happy to share them.

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What You Can Win From This Year’s Skift Meetings Awards

EventMB

Skift Take: As we prepare to close the submission window for 2024 Skift Meetings Awards, we take a look at the incredible prize package you could be taking home - and trust us, it’s worth the entry cost.

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Festivall Services – Not just Event Staff but a Festi-Family

Event Industry News

Festivall Services recruit temporary staff for festivals, festive events, and more around the UK. However, the term ‘temporary’ is not reflective of our staff – many of whom work for us all year round. Welfare is at the forefront of our brand; providing a living wage & high working standards over profits.

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2024 Fab 50: Inside Bridgewater Studio

Event Marketer

Strategy. Design. Production. All under one roof. The most successful experiences don’t win by accident, they win at every stage of the project life cycle. That’s why we own them all. We’re a fully-integrated, end-to-end partner helping brands, corporate clients, and cultural institutions around the world deliver memorable moments infused with story and purpose.

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Giving Back at Your Conference: Philanthropic Opportunities

Coterie Spark

A commonly overlooked aspect of conference planning is your ability to include a philanthropic element. Charitable efforts add warmth and positivity to events, create networking opportunities for attendees, increase brand awareness for chosen organizations, and attract major sponsors. This is why we’ve helped many clients add such an element to their programming, creating lasting memories for their attendees through unique, engaging experiences.

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5 Things Businesses Need to Know to Thrive in a Post-COVID World

People are itching to get back into the world. 54% of consumers say they plan to dine out at a restaurant at least once a week this year. As COVID-19 restrictions ease, the competition for their business is stronger than ever. Download this eBook today to learn how your restaurant can be prepared!

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CMP Spotlight: Get to Know Beth Surmont, CMP Fellow

Smart Meetings

Beth Surmont, today a proud CMP Fellow, says that during the very first Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) Women in Engineering International Leadership Conference, she witnessed the monumental impact events can have firsthand. “A young woman stood up and tearfully shared her story. She was an engineering student who was ready to quit college, but after attending our event she was inspired and planned to continue on.

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San Antonio Is Big on Events, and There’s Plenty More To Come

EventMB

Skift Take: This Texas city's rich history and culture surprises many attendees. New hotels, an Alamo visitor center, and more are all being developed with groups in mind.

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Anchor Industries

Event Industry News

As America’s largest marquee manufacturer for frame and fabric products, Anchor Industries carries a wide selection of event and commercial marquees for weddings, picnics, street fairs, festivals, and more.

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2024 It List: Mosaic Case Study

Event Marketer

CAMPAIGN: ESPN Bet Tip Off CLIENT: ESPN Bet AGENCY: Mosaic North America ESPN Bet Launches Big in North Carolina The Challenge With gambling being legalized in North Carolina, ESPN Bet wanted to make a splash, announce their presence and launch the app in a way befitting the Worldwide Leader in Sports. The Hard Part? We needed to do it in 4 weeks. The Solution We created the ESPN Bet Tip Off event.

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B2B Events in 2023 - What You Need to Know

Get ahead of the curve and stay informed with Zuddl's industry report on the future of B2B events in 2023. Stay up-to-date on the latest trends and insights from leading experts in the field. Make informed decisions and stay ahead of the competition.

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Bespoke Hotels announces transformative rebranding

Prestige Events Magazine

The UK’s largest independent hotel group has announced its transformative rebranding – reflecting its dedication to exceeding guest expectations and delivering exceptional experiences across its growing portfolio of hotels. Bespoke Hotels , a collection of over 70 independent hotels across the length of the British Isles, has announced a comprehensive rebranding that features a refreshed website, new brochures, and a more prominent identity.

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7 A.I. Tips and Techniques for Novices

MeetingsNet

Increasingly, business-event professionals are using artificial-intelligence tools to aid their marketing, brainstorming, data analysis, and more. Here are tips gleaned from a new webinar on how A.I. can help planners throughout the meeting cycle. Hundreds of meeting professionals interested in the efficiencies and impact that A.I. can have on the planning process tuned into a June 26 MeetingsNet webinar called Creating Events with A.I.

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AI-Powered Venue Booking Is Here

EventMB

Skift Take: AI-powered startup Nowadays features a virtual assistant that can communicate, negotiate and book event venues, all via email.

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