Velvet Chainsaw

MARCH 12, 2020

As indicated in a recent PCMA Convene article , Bill Reed, chief event strategy officer at the American Society of Hematology, encouraged event organizers to step up to the table, take command of the facts and help make the most informed and timely decisions for their individual organizations. It’s Time to Step Up. I can relate.

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Eventmobi

JULY 9, 2024

Commonly referred to as “Zoomers,” these tech-savvy digital natives grew up with mobile phones and social media apps and, therefore, learn, think, and communicate differently from older generations who did not grow up with mobile technology. Social media is their preferred form of entertainment.

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Conferences that Work

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

I joined the social media platform Mastodon a year ago. Given recent turbulent social media trends, I’m glad I took the plunge. It was the first major social media platform where the majority of posts were public and searchable. (In What do I mean by that? Since then, Twitter began a slow decline.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 4, 2024

Events, meetings and conferences today are supported by digital event platforms that make it possible for companies to seamlessly connect with people across the globe and deliver more engaging and immersive experiences than ever before. We should have her photo from the article we ran in August.

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Attendease

DECEMBER 12, 2019

Here’s another article where you can learn more about website design best-practices for events. Learn more about how to build a converting event landing page in this other article. If the event has a conference followed by other events, make sure that they are all mentioned on the agenda. Make it mobile-friendly. Use videos.

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Eventmobi

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

With so many moving parts to juggle, planning a conference can seem like a daunting task. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll walk you through how to plan a conference from A to Z. What Does It Take to Plan a Conference? But how long does it take to plan a conference? The first key to success is to start early!

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SmartMeetings

JULY 20, 2020

This is where social media comes into play. Hire a photographer or videographer, capture the CSR activity while it took place, interview some participants, write a blog post or article, and share it. Social Media Hacks to Enhance CSR. The best way to get people to actually post social content is to ask them.

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Conferences that Work

DECEMBER 21, 2020

Record prep call – use those recorded snippets for social media marketing for live event! I like giving the first question so they will be comfortable AND the last question, that can be recorded and edited into a social media snack. Preparation. Do your research before you talk to the panelists. Kristin Arnold.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 31, 2022

Editor’s Note : As part of Back Light, a series of articles sharing illuminating insider observations, we asked Geoffrey Wellen, chief customer care officer of 6Connex f or lessons learned from two years of virtual and hybrid events. And speaking of social media, don’t overlook this now-old friend.

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Conferences that Work

MAY 20, 2024

Improving Conferences That Work I designed and facilitated my first peer conference in 1992. Conferences That Work: Creating Events That People Love took four years to write. I’m still proud of how well Conferences That Work lays out the fundamental reasons for the importance and value of peer conferences.

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Conferences that Work

AUGUST 24, 2020

Unlike older books, it covers the impact of digital technology (apps, online meetings, and social media marketing) on the meetings world, includes a healthy dollop of the relevance of learning theory to meeting design, and manages to squeeze in trade shows, accessibility, and wellness in a fairly short book.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 10, 2025

Companies are increasingly shifting from large, infrequent conferences to smaller, more frequent gatherings that foster collaboration and connection. Participation in Industry Events Networking is critical to establish credibility: Attend trade shows, conferences, and networking events where meeting planners congregate.

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GEVME

NOVEMBER 25, 2021

And as the world rapidly shifted to digital in the wake of the global pandemic, virtual events have become increasingly popular, making it the default format for many of today’s conferences and meetings. Read this article to get more sense on why it makes sense for you to host virtual events. What are some good virtual event ideas?

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Conferences that Work

APRIL 16, 2023

Since 2004, social listening —the practice of monitoring and analyzing online conversations and social media mentions related to brands, products, services, events, or industries—has evolved significantly and grown in popularity. Popularity for the search term “social listening” over time, via Google Trends.

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GEVME

JULY 6, 2020

Whether it’s a concert, conference, or an art exhibition, knowing how to live stream an event online is fundamental; however, insufficient. Consider this article your ultimate guide to learn what it takes to live stream an event. To effectively do this, use social media and email marketing. Social Media Monitoring.

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Attendease

FEBRUARY 20, 2019

Cramer reports that “Between the Conference Blocks, Conference Sessions, and Labs, there were literally 11 different ways for every attendee to experience every hour of the three day event.”. For an example of just how extreme event personalization can get, consider the C2 Montréal 2018 event – attended by more than 7,000 participants.

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Conferences that Work

DECEMBER 13, 2021

This could be a problem if you used Stooa for a public fishbowl discussion, publicized via a link on social media. The social voting tool, Tricider , that Runroom uses to pick their monthly fishbowl topics. An article about the Stooa unconference, team culture and employee experience. Limitations. No related posts.

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Eventscase Blog

AUGUST 24, 2023

Creating Content Coming up with a quick social media post seems like an easy job. AI tools can help create an entire month’s social media calendar without any hassle, and the success of a well-planned and executed content strategy can lead to increased engagement with an audience or customers. Make the most out of it!

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Eventmobi

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

From delight to disappointment, conference gift bags can inspire a range of emotions depending on the type of swag and goodies included. with conference swag bags full of clever, thoughtful, and practical gifts. In this article, we’ll provide tips on best practices (including dos and don’ts for conference swag!)

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Conferences that Work

MAY 13, 2019

. “ What else could you call the modern workplace, where superiors can issue changing orders, control attire, surveil correspondence, demand medical testing, define schedules, and monitor communication, such as social-media posts? How civic discourse frames our actual structure and governance conditions what we think is ethical.

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Eventmobi

AUGUST 20, 2021

In short, your event technology helps you put the ‘unity’ in ‘community’ In this article, we explain how you can use an event platform for community management — and why it’s the best solution for engaging attendees all year round. 6 Practical Uses for an Event Community Platform. The GoLive!

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Conferences that Work

AUGUST 5, 2024

Social media, in general, presents a complex landscape for trust. license Read the full article at Conferences That Work The post Why Trust Matters More Than Ever appeared first on Conferences That Work. My trust in the platform shifted dramatically pre- and post-Elon Musk’s acquisition.

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Eventinterface

JUNE 21, 2016

Conferences and events are no longer a one-size-fits-all. Many articles have been written about the millennial generation, or Gen Y. In an article published by the Pew Research Center , millennials are described as racially diverse, economically stressed and politically liberal. Social Responsibility. Connections.

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Velvet Chainsaw

FEBRUARY 17, 2017

I’ve been in this industry longer than I like to admit, during which time I’ve had the privilege to work side by side with some of the most progressive professionals in the conference business. If we want a new idea for our conference, we copy it from another without thinking it through. Kind of sad, huh? Active Learning.

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Eventmobi

JULY 10, 2023

More than a decade ago, when EventMobi launched, mobile apps for conferences were a revolution. These days, they’re a prerequisite for a fantastic conference experience. With the right conference app, you can: Enhance communication Streamline event management Personalize attendees’ experience And so much more. Networking!

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Velvet Chainsaw

OCTOBER 14, 2021

Eliminate sponsor inventory that was not purchased during the past two conferences. Access Passes – How many conference badges are included? Content and Experience – speaking or panel slot, keynote sponsor, webinar, session rebroadcast, track sponsor, featured article. What VIP events can they attend?

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Conferences that Work

DECEMBER 19, 2022

Focusing on our own professional community—the meeting (and hospitality) industry—I’d like to make a modest proposal for a social media platform that might meet our needs better. Read the full article at Conferences That Work The post An alternative to Twitter for #eventprofs appeared first on Conferences That Work.

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Attendease

APRIL 11, 2024

But while the virtual conference may be over, the conversations and post-event reporting shouldn’t have to stop there. Leverage Social Media Hashtags One effective way to continue conversations after a virtual event is to leverage social media and networking platforms to stay in touch with connections made.

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Expo Pass

MARCH 9, 2023

Your brand can use this content in emails, social media, blog posts, and more. In this article, we’ll explore how to use in-person events to create a killer content marketing strategy to connect with attendees. Tailor each article to the topics that your audience is interested in. Aka: content marketing!

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Eventtia

JANUARY 15, 2025

Finally, well dive into proven strategies, like creating registration pages that actually work, sending emails that people want to read, using event apps to stay organized, and leveraging social media to reach your audience. Keep the buzz going online with social media. To get started youll want to do some planning.

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Conferences that Work

JULY 17, 2017

Over time, Conferences That Work grew into a website with ten million page views per year. Here’s a graph of my follower count over time: Read the full article at Conferences That Work. But as 2016 drew to a close I noticed that something was changing in the Twitter world. No related posts.

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Eventinterface

NOVEMBER 1, 2017

This is especially important when you are in the early stages of planning an event or conference. One of the best ways for you to create buzz around your event or conference is by securing the attendance of high-profile guests. USE SOCIAL MEDIA TO YOUR ADVANTAGE. You could even set up separate pages for specific events.

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Conferences that Work

MAY 16, 2016

In 30 minutes I wrote a request for assistance on this blog and promoted it through my usual channels on social media: Twitter, LinkedIn, Google Plus, and some Facebook event professional groups. Read the full article at Conferences That Work. . — Transformation tourism , Seth Godin. I became someone who asks for help.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 10, 2023

Many organizations want to host conferences at expensive venues but do not want to pay the price or are unaware of how expensive hotel venues and banquet food are,” Pappas said. The Hospitality, Marketing Crossover In a previous Smart Meetings article , we touched on the connection between hospitality schools and marketing schools.

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Eventmobi

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021

Use your event platform as a central hub for regular events and meetings, including: Association events and conferences. Let your community members connect with each other on an exclusive professional network that includes: Virtual social events for remote teams. A social media wall that collects posts related to event hashtags.

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SmartMeetings

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

How meetings can beat the loneliness epidemic In my first full year as a member of the meetings and events industry, I’ve had the immense privilege of attending numerous events, conferences and trade shows. Social Media: Friend or Foe? I would love to see this on the conference table of every design studio. Her vision? “I

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Conferences that Work

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

13:45 Creating a conference program on the fly at the event. 22:45 My early experiences of traditional conferences. 40:00 Following me on social media (and how to say my name correctly 😀). Timeline MM:SS Content 02:00 Anca introduces me. 03:30 How Anca and I met. It sounds scary, but it works! 24:30 Sponsor break.

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