Attendease

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Manage schedules for extensive holiday events or multi-day celebrations Many companies host extensive celebrations with award ceremonies, speakers, performances, and more. You can assign rooms/venues, times, speakers, and more. Venue management is another major pain point during the holidays when places book up quickly.

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Velvet Chainsaw

APRIL 30, 2020

I’ll never forget a blog post, entitled “ Malcolm is Wrong ,” which Seth Godin penned back then on Chris Anderson’s book Free: The Future of a Radical Price. In his book, Anderson makes a compelling case that in many instances businesses can profit more from giving things away than charging for them. You want to be first.

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Expo Pass

APRIL 6, 2022

But after Zoom and WFH, what message do speakers need to bring to inspire attendees right now? For more about how to do that, here’s our top 5 tips for speakers. At a time when we’ve all been looking ahead to brighter and less crazy days, these kinds of ideas are exactly what speakers should be projecting in their keynotes.

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Expo Pass

APRIL 18, 2022

Event speakers have the unique ability to inspire attendees and transform your event into a truly memorable experience. But how can organizers actually go about finding the perfect speaker for their event? So to get you started, here’s our top tips for organizers when finding speakers for their events. So it’s a big job!

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Attendease

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

For example, you can’t send speaker confirmation emails until you’ve finalized the agenda. Here’s a very basic framework to get you started: Timeline Activities 6+ months before Lock in your venue and date Set your event budget and ticket pricing strategy Research and book vendors (A/V team, catering, etc.)

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Velvet Chainsaw

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Diane is a keynote speaker on curiosity and innovation and a New York Times Bestselling author. Her latest book, Go Big or Go Home , outlines five ways to create a memorable customer experience. This is a guest post by Diana Kander. The event planning industry is one of immense creativity, innovation, and personal touches.

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MeetingsNet

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

The Speaking Industry Benchmark Report produced by AAE Speakers Bureau compiles data from both event organizers and keynote speakers to better understand the issues and trends affecting the speaker-booking process. For many events, speakers will be chosen based on outcomes and relevance versus celebrity alone.

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Attendease

JANUARY 6, 2023

You can go an extra-mile and build a branded background for your speakers as well. Music can be used in a break between sessions and also before introducing each new session and speaker. Give power to the people and let them select those they’d like to connect with and book their meetings using online event technology.

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Eventmobi

AUGUST 5, 2020

Speakers have a unique opportunity online to have an intimate experience with guests since they are right up close and personal in an attendees office, living room, etc. The most important for me has been having a dynamic speaker that can evoke emotion through the audience, either with compassion or humor – humor being my favorite of course.

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Attendease

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Optimize Website and Registration Pages Your event website and registration platform are often the first touchpoints for potential attendees, as well as keynote speakers or sponsors. Provide all the details participants need on speakers, agenda, schedules, directions (if hybrid) and sponsorship opportunities.

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Velvet Chainsaw

JULY 24, 2023

Last week I attended the National Speakers Association’s (NSA) Annual Meeting, Influence 2023. NSA’s board of directors divided up a “hit list” of their CPAE’s (hall of fame speakers) and made personal calls to invite them to attend (and in some cases rejoin). They did not disappoint. This strategy worked.

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Attendease

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

The constant back-and-forth emails, the nagging worry about double-booked sessions, and that sinking feeling when you discover a scheduling conflict minutes before your event goes live… For many event professionals, these scenarios still represent their daily reality. Double-booking dilemmas Oops!

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Conferences that Work

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

So I had high hopes for a September 7 2022, City University of New York webinar introducing Cathy Davidson ‘s and Christina Katopodis’ book The New College Classroom , which is “about inspiring, effective, and inclusive teaching at the college level.” ” Sadly, I was disappointed.

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Velvet Chainsaw

APRIL 5, 2022

We’ve seen improved pacing when an association offers worry-free booking with no strings. Develop social and email assets that co-brand and enable committee members, speakers, and exhibitors to share that they are attending. Consider changing your policy just for those who register before the early-bird deadline.

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Attendease

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Schedule and speaker management The best event scheduling software streamlines the entire speaker management process —from issuing calls for proposals, to approving speakers and sessions, and more! Automatically sync updated speaker details across your entire events portfolio.

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Attendease

AUGUST 25, 2023

If you create event websites properly, you’ll stand out from the crowd with engaging visuals, informative agendas, captivating speaker lineups, and eye-catching event themes. Book your demo today. They’re the first handshake, the opening pitch, the key that can unlock an attendee’s interest and commitment.

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Conferences that Work

AUGUST 9, 2021

There’s often a budget for a dramatic big-name speaker or two. Learn how to do this from my books, from the hundreds of articles on this blog, or get in touch ! . “There’s no budget” I’ve noticed over the years that every meeting has a budget for F&B.

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Conferences that Work

APRIL 1, 2019

What led to writing the book, Conferences that Work ? I invented the format by accident 26 years ago when there were no expert speakers to invite for a conference on administrative computing issues in small schools. I discovered that people love the format, and that led to writing the book 10 years ago.

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IMG

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

Virtual event happened October 19, 2022, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM PDT Diversity Makes us Better: Best Practices to Build a Culture of Diversity and Inclusion Speakers: Carolina Veira Carolina Veira is an authentic leader, financial strategist, and Diversity and Inclusion champion, with a passion for the advancement and empowerment of BIPOC communities.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 3, 2024

He sees this book as the capstone on his career to continue elevating the industry into the future. As Hall of Fame De La Salle Coach Bob Ladouceur said about the book, “It’s so easy to understand, and it’s hard to put down. Read More: The Art of Communication “We all know the reality of our times. It just flows.

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EventMB

JANUARY 12, 2023

Skift Take: Booking a big-name speaker for your event attracts attendees. But if that speaker has to cancel, it's crucial to have a contingency plan in place. PCMA Convening Leaders led by example. Andrea Doyle Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings.

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Attendease

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

If you are ready to see how this can work for you, contact our team to book a discovery call and see if this could be a fit for your event planning needs. With minimal training and setup, it is easy to get started and launch your first virtual event with Attendease.

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Conferences that Work

DECEMBER 21, 2020

10 mins: Kristin shares some recent learnings from virtual events, and a quick overview of what’s in her book. Speaker recruiting? While I’m mentioning Kristin, the best resources I know on becoming a first-rate panel moderator are her panel-focused website and short but packed book Powerful Panels. Kelley Kassa.

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Prestige Events Magazine

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

IBTM has revealed human connection specialist and award-winning author, Simone Heng , will be a keynote speaker at its flagship IBTM World event. Simone is part of an electrifying line-up of speakers at the leading global trade show who will amplify the unparalleled power of events to offer personal experiences.

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Attendease

JULY 14, 2023

If you can create great event websites, you’ll stand out from the crowd with engaging visuals, informative agendas, captivating speaker lineups, and eye-catching event themes. Book your demo today. They’re the first handshake, the opening pitch, the key that can unlock an attendee’s interest and commitment.

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Conferences that Work

DECEMBER 17, 2018

Instead of listening to speakers, you’re going to have — wait for it — experiences ! Beware of “experiential” events that are just razzle-dazzle. “Experiential” has become a buzzword to use to describe hip events. Sounds so much better, doesn’t it?

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Attendease

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Booking event spaces in advance and adjusting to accommodate rising demand is absolutely necessary. This commitment means showcasing a wide spectrum of speakers, selecting locations that are gender-neutral and accessible, and streamlining entry requirements for all.

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Attendease

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

The same goes for scheduling and speaker management. Rather than risk double-booking or other schedule conflicts, all-in-one software allows you to schedule your multi-session events with confidence. For example, schedule grids or drag-and-drop session slotters allow you to visualize your event and ensure you have everything in order.

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Attendease

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

This includes venue costs, marketing, speaker fees, and logistics. Participant Satisfaction No matter how well you think your event went, it’s the attendees, sponsors, and speakers whose opinions will make or break your event’s reputation. Book a demo today! A positive ROI is not the only indicator of a successful event.

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Eventmobi

JANUARY 23, 2023

As a bonus, you’ll also discover how you can save time and money by leveraging your registration platform for speaker management! Use this feature to customize what data you need to collect from your speakers, press, VIPs and other attendee groups. You may not have the budget or resources for a speaker management system.

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Conferences that Work

SEPTEMBER 16, 2019

For a full explanation of why active learning modalities are superior, see Chapter 4 of my book The Power of Participation.). Superstar lecturers and motivational speakers. “ Including highly paid keynote speakers at meetings is a meeting industry fixation. So why do we continue to use broadcast-style formats?

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Eventmobi

AUGUST 22, 2024

Mailing things beforehand is also a smart idea for remote speakers, as it can create opportunities for improved production quality. For the presenters, we also encourage our clients to have production kits sent to the speakers to ensure the viewer has the best experience,” Jenelle says.

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Attendease

AUGUST 12, 2020

You can go an extra-mile and build a branded background for your speakers as well. Music can be used in a break between sessions and also before introducing each new session and speaker. Give power to the people and let them select those they'd like to connect with and book their meetings using online event technology.

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Attendease

MARCH 10, 2022

Finally, the ability to tie registration to different tracks may be pivotal, so you can easily identify regular attendees, VIPs, or speakers and tailor their experiences accordingly. From digital marketing and registration to speakers, attendees, rooms and sponsors, Attendease simplifies the complexity of event registration.

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Conferences that Work

JULY 26, 2021

Twenty years ago I read Don Miguel Ruiz’s classic book “ The Four Agreements “ The Four Agreements are: Be impeccable with your word. Unlike many other feelings, feeling hurt by someone’s words involves you granting, either consciously or unconsciously, the speaker some kind of authority over you.

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Conferences that Work

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

So, unlike a speaker or presenter, I am comfortable being the center of inattention most of the time. Otherwise turn off individual computer speakers and all mikes except for the one in-person participant currently talking.). To learn more about them, see Chapter 22 of my book, The Power of Participation.

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Expo Pass

JUNE 26, 2024

Creating a fantastic speaker lineup is one of the most crucial parts of planning a successful event! The right speakers can draw crowds and inspire your audience, all while electrifying your event goals. In this guide, we’ll walk you through six essential steps in curating an engaging and impactful speaker lineup.

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