Velvet Chainsaw

JUNE 17, 2019

I have been struck by the disparity in how an association’s organizational culture translates (or doesn’t translate) to the on-site implementation or planning of its live events. But when it gets to “go time,” does that culture manifest at your conferences and meetings? Open Up that Tent.

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Master the Event

FEBRUARY 10, 2024

If you have ever planned a meeting or event, then you know just how many details and tasks are involved to execute it. It doesn’t matter how much experience you have, you’ll still need an action plan to keep on top of what needs to be done, and when. And that’s where an event planning checklist comes in.

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Coterie Spark

MAY 9, 2022

Laura has over 14 years of event and conference planning experience, as well as a bachelor’s in Business Administration with a concentration in Marketing from Millersville University. What’s the biggest event you’ve helped produce? What’s one of your most memorable event moments?

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InitLive

NOVEMBER 29, 2019

Make sure to check out - Mastering the Art of Conference Planning in 5 Easy Steps. The Event Organizer, It's No Easy Task. An event organizer knows, that logistics and smooth execution is all about the people. Registration staff need to be available to meet the rush as attendees arrive.

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Bizzabo

AUGUST 22, 2018

If you're responsible for event organizing or marketing, you are probably over-stressed, constantly busy and lacking the resources you need to learn and grow as a professional. We have a solution for you — this guide to awesome and free event planning resources. For more information, check out our event resources home.

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Eventmobi

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Choose the right event tech tools to help you streamline different aspects of planning and executing your conference, like registration, check-in, networking, panel discussion, and more. Now that you have the overview, let’s take a look at the breakdown of these steps to planning a conference!

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Master the Event

APRIL 5, 2022

Are you part of the meeting and conference planning world? So many of us in the conference and event planning world have found that using conference and event planning software solutions can enhance and improve the planning approach and progression. All at the same time?

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Master the Event

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Today there always seems to be someone stating that they have they latest and greatest conference planning guide to help you do your meeting planning job. Of course, many of the larger conferences have planners that know their way around a convention center – or at least they had better know their way around.

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Master the Event

JANUARY 12, 2024

A clear and concise conference planning checklist will not only contribute to the success of your event, but will also help keep you organized and sane…both definite musts in successful conference planning! The best way to an organized event is an uber organized event planning checklist.

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TicketBud

FEBRUARY 17, 2016

It has since expanded into other use cases, one being conference planning. Lets walk through how to use Slack for your conference. Using Slack for Conferences. Your staff needs to be on the same page or else your conference will fall apart. And bonus for you, conference producer! this was a god send.

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Master the Event

DECEMBER 12, 2023

A conference planning guide is designed to help walk you through the various steps required when planning an event. Finding the right conference planning guide can be a task in itself. However be careful as many of these planning guides are actually a marketing tool designed to pitch a sale to you.

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Social Tables

DECEMBER 14, 2018

Marketers and event planners are aware and know too well how stressful their life can be. Planning a conference, planning an event for a huge crowd, an event where you are supposed to present your company, products, services, etc. Event planning software. That isn’t easy. Be prepared for that.

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Coterie Spark

JUNE 28, 2021

Overwhelmed by fall conference planning options? Well partner, what’s it gonna be: a virtual, in-person, or hybrid conference this fall? COVID-19 has changed the world, and has shifted how events and conferences are imagined/planned, it’s a new frontier! Let’s figure out what’s best for you.

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Master the Event

DECEMBER 12, 2023

The moniker doesn’t matter and whether you call it event planning, conference planning, meeting planning or meeting management, the facts are the facts. Significant business decisions, undertakings and solutions will transpire during meeting and event planning conferences that occur outside of work.

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Event Industry News

NOVEMBER 29, 2019

However, compared to other cities, the pace of London’s meeting, conference and events sector can sometimes leave the client feeling that London is lacking the hospitality associated with the city’s tourism. Event planning can be complex and is not without its challenges. Brand Events. Conferences.

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Eventmobi

JANUARY 10, 2024

What Is a Conference App? Before we dive into providers, you need to know what a conference app is. A conference app is a mobile application used to simplify event, conference, or meeting management. Then, they can click on each others’ profiles to send a message or request a meeting.

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Endless Events

DECEMBER 13, 2018

What we’ve found is that generally, the posts on this list have one of these two characteristics: They challenge the status quo of the events industry. They solve a problem that event and meeting planners have to deal with every day. 2019 Event Trends that Change The Path of Events. Conference planning is no joke.

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Eventinterface

SEPTEMBER 1, 2017

Diane Tighe is the director of catering and conference services at Washington Duke Inn and Golf Club, a AAA Four Diamond Award-winning hotel, in Durham, N.C., What is the best advice you have ever received as an event planner? What advice would you give to someone entering the event planning business today? Twitter.

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Eventinterface

SEPTEMBER 1, 2017

Diane Tighe is the director of catering and conference services at Washington Duke Inn and Golf Club, a AAA Four Diamond Award-winning hotel, in Durham, N.C., What is the best advice you have ever received as an event planner? What advice would you give to someone entering the event planning business today? Twitter.

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Eventinterface

SEPTEMBER 1, 2017

Diane Tighe is the director of catering and conference services at Washington Duke Inn and Golf Club, a AAA Four Diamond Award-winning hotel, in Durham, N.C., What is the best advice you have ever received as an event planner? What advice would you give to someone entering the event planning business today?

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Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

So, you want to plan an event. Take the event planning process one step at a time. How about you start with creating an event timeline? Event timelines help you stay on track and get you excited about the event you’re going to throw together. Events are never a one-person job.

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Expo Logic

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

Planning any event, whether a large conference or small meeting, is no easy task. To ease the stress of planning your next event, we’ve put together this timeline with steps to follow to create a successful event. Provide important steps to take after your event for future success.

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Master the Event

DECEMBER 12, 2023

As stated previously (in this blog as well as many others), meeting planners are a busy bunch of industry professionals. They accomplish these responsibilities and tasks through an unbelievable amount of effort, planning and organizing the various meetings and events on their plate.

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Eventinterface

JULY 6, 2017

With over 20 years of experience in the professional meeting planning industry, Amy Orr has planned events ranging from 30 to 10,000 attendees. Through ORRganized Events, Amy has coordinated a variety of multi-day educational conferences, golf tournaments, air shows and fundraisers. Like to share your story?

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Endless Events

JANUARY 25, 2018

Meeting spaces with all-inclusive packages with F&B, AV, wi-fi, and on-site support. Marketing: What event marketing costs will there? Think about the absolute worst things that could happen and plan accordingly. It may seem like a daunting task, but it is a vital first step in your event planning journey.

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SevenEvents

JULY 12, 2023

Are you currently thinking of organising a conference event for your company ? The success of your event depends on meticulous planning and flawless execution. That’s where our conference planning service can make all the difference.

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InitLive

JULY 23, 2019

Conferences are some of the best places to meet like-minded colleagues within the same industry or creative individuals who share similar interests. In an increasingly interconnected world where relationship is key for business, conferences are a must-have for proper networking. Choose A Theme.

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Endless Events

JUNE 6, 2018

Conference planning is well underway. You know that conference networking is important, but you’re not sure how to help your attendees make meaningful connections. A lot of event planners think simply bringing people together in the same place is enough to help attendees network—think coffee breaks and cocktail mixers.

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Bizzabo

MARCH 15, 2019

Event blogs are chock full of goodies to help organizers and attendees get the most out of their conference planning and event going experience. Event Trends & News Blogs. The Bizzabo Blog has been listed by Capterra as the number one event planning resource for organizers, let alone the best blog.

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Endless Events

JULY 30, 2019

Additionally, s he serves as a Community Leader for Association Chat, an online community, and podcast with special events, products, and services for the association industry. Known as the “Voice of Meetings and Events,” Glenn Thayer is a professional conference moderator and master of ceremonies.

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InitLive

NOVEMBER 25, 2021

Whether you’re a nonprofit event planner , association membership manager, event director, or convention planner, this guide will help you plan the most effective, engaging convention possible for your audience members. 11 Steps to Plan a Successful Convention. 5 Convention Planning Best Practices.

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Guidebook

JUNE 19, 2018

You’ve been working on your event for 6+ months — you’ve put in countless hours getting the venue locked down, the schedule finalized, speakers scheduled, the production design perfect. And then they do… and it does not meet your expectations. The post How to Book the Perfect Keynote Speaker appeared first on Guidebook Blog.

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Eventory

AUGUST 7, 2018

Reading Time: 7 minutes For one reason or another event arrangement is an activity that involves a lot of resources. An app which serves as a conference guide makes event planning more pleasant and effective. Why you should bother with a conference map and other facilities for attendees.

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Event Industry News

FEBRUARY 14, 2020

Unlike most event management companies, we are a not-for profit organisation. Becoming a Community Interest Company in 2009, we have been organising conferences, events, dinners, meetings, exhibitions and network events. Whether you plan a small event or a major conference, our team can handle it.

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Capterra Event Management

JANUARY 23, 2018

Excel templates grant users far more flexibility than printable budgets, making them ideal for complex events with multiple moving parts. Smartsheet Event Budget Workbook and Conference Planning Worksheet. Tidyform Event Budget and Chart Template. Other event management resources. Printable templates.

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Social Tables

SEPTEMBER 20, 2017

This hashtag is for the International Association of Conference Centers. IACC hosts events around the world for venue professionals and also tweets out relevant articles and resources daily. This is a great resource for conference planning information and helpful blog content. conferences. This is your hashtag.

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Cvent: Event Marketing

APRIL 4, 2019

Last year, they single handedly saved the Group Meetings process for their sales team at Pacific Life Insurance, increasing sales by an incredible 15%. Taking Events to the Next Level. Because the program was originally cumbersome to manage, the sales team could only execute handful of events each year. Lauren adds.

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