Velvet Chainsaw

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

Organizations are making tough decisions about how to–or even whether to–move forward with their upcoming conferences and expos. Learn what worked and what didn’t from two event pros who held major in-person conferences in late August and early September, from Covid compliance to the on-site vibe.

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Endless Events

AUGUST 29, 2018

A conference is more than just talks and booths inside a ballroom. This means their experience both during and in-between conference events are in your hands. Not to worry, that’s why we’ve put together all our conference planning guides here, to make sure you plan the best event experience for them.

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Socio Events

AUGUST 4, 2022

Anybody who has ever planned a conference knows the value of flexibility and engagement. And if that’s what you’re looking for from your next event, you might want to consider planning a virtual conference. That said, many event planners are still new to virtual event planning—and that’s ok.

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Velvet Chainsaw

JULY 24, 2023

Below I’ve highlighted five strategies NSA implemented that resulted in achieving pre-pandemic attendance, record high sponsorship and highly valued education and networking experiences. Instead of just throwing a big party, they intentionally looked for ways to weave their history (and future) into all aspects of the conference.

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Eventmobi

JANUARY 10, 2024

Without a doubt, conference apps are a must-have tool for any event organizer. However, with so many different event apps for conferences on the market, it can be tough to know which one is right for you! What Is a Conference App? Before we dive into providers, you need to know what a conference app is.

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Velvet Chainsaw

OCTOBER 14, 2021

If you have multiple team members, or vendors, soliciting your exhibitors for booth space, sponsorship, and print and digital advertising, this is the year to bring it under one account manager. If you have 200 exhibitors, build an account management plan around the top 20. Double down on sponsorship.

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SpotMe Blog

MAY 17, 2022

Our guide to the best virtual conference platforms helps you pick the right virtual solution. So we created this guide to the best virtual conference platforms to help you. So we created this guide to the best virtual conference platforms to help you. Virtual conference platforms. What is a virtual conference?

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InitLive

NOVEMBER 29, 2019

Whether you are new to conference management or just starting out, as you prepare for your next conference it's always a good idea to step outside your box and explore what's changed. Not surprisingly conferences have played a big part in my responsibilities over the years. Been there Done that!

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InitLive

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

Conferences are an important part of professional development and business networking for all industries. A successful conference can come in all shapes and sizes, from 200 people over a weekend to 15,000 for a week. InitLive has had the privilege of working with many conferences, some of which are the largest in their industry.

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InitLive

OCTOBER 24, 2019

Conferences, both corporate and otherwise, are an important component in promoting the cause of an organization. In fact, according to a survey , about 98% of US Federal employees agree that conferences are an effective way to communicate their respective agency's missions. Consolidate the sponsorship. Read on to know more.

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EveryEventGuide

APRIL 2, 2019

Work conferences aren’t like any other event. Once you have a clear understanding of the conference’s theme, start planning the details. Here are some conference planning tips to make it epic. Here are some conference planning tips to make it epic. How will people find out about your conference?

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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. This list shows ten different options and how each of them can be used to improve networking opportunities at conferences and large annual events.

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Velvet Chainsaw

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

exhibitors are funding these higher expenses by sending fewer staff, opting for smaller booth space and/or decreasing their sponsorship investment. Some key takeaways: Due to increased logistics expenses (material handling, labor, utilities, etc.),

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ePly

MARCH 22, 2024

A great conference agenda defines the event’s purpose, who will speak and when, and the conference location and activity. It is the most important tool available for encouraging attendee engagement , establishing expectations for their experience, and guiding them to the right locations at the right times during the conference.

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PCMA Convene

JUNE 1, 2020

“As my clients shift to a virtual conference format, I need to create a budget for the event,” Diane Laundy, principal planner, Behind the Scenes Conference Planning, wrote on the PCMA Catalyst forum. We’ll definitely provide sponsorship opportunities and [the event] may or may not have a virtual exhibit hall.

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Hubilo Blog

APRIL 5, 2018

Selecting the right vendors, getting good speakers on board and looking for sponsorship are just a few of these event essentials. Event Planning Essentials: Tips for Selecting Event Vendors. Ultimate list of Keynote Speakers for your Conference. Why Speakers are the Backbone of your Next Conference? Be a Venue Rockstar!

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Expo Logic

FEBRUARY 28, 2020

In the last two years, the SHOT Show increased their event app sponsorship revenue by 169%, and then achieved another impressive doubling after that! They changed their entire sponsorship approach , bundling booth sales with event app and digital packages that are a winning combination for organizers, exhibitors and sponsors.

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Expo Logic

FEBRUARY 28, 2020

Sponsorships are critical to the success of association events, especially within healthcare. But according to The State of Event Sponsorship in 2018 , a majority of event planners are struggling to secure sponsors. Read the webinar recap below for 10 ideas to unlock sponsorship revenue through event technology. 3) Create FOMO.

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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. This list shows ten different options and how each of them can be used to improve networking opportunities at conferences and large annual events.

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Endless Events

JANUARY 27, 2020

Event WiFi: How To Use WiFi As An Event Sponsorship Asset. ? Using WiFi as a sponsorship asset is one thing. Your All-Out Guide to Conference Planning. How to Build “The Dream Event Planning Team”. ?? Negotiating Event WiFi is another. Watch our webinar on How to Negotiate Hotel WiFi! ?? 8-minute video).

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Expo Logic

FEBRUARY 5, 2020

Generating sponsorship revenue is crucial to the success of your event, and the success of your organization. Discover how to develop a sponsorship strategy, the revenue power of event technology and pre-event, onsite, and post-event methods to generate dollars. We’ve outlined the first few strategies right here.

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Expo Logic

FEBRUARY 5, 2020

Generating sponsorship revenue is crucial to the success of your event, and the success of your organization. Discover how to develop a sponsorship strategy, the revenue power of event technology and pre-event, onsite, and post-event methods to generate dollars. We’ve outlined the first few strategies right here.

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Bizzabo

AUGUST 22, 2018

We have a solution for you — this guide to awesome and free event planning resources. We’ve compiled a list of some of the most important conference planning resources that organizers can refer to for all their event planning and event marketing needs.

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Expo Logic

OCTOBER 23, 2020

Organizers and planners are continuing to move forward to create virtual conferences and facilitate an online experience for their attendees and replicate what would have been in-person. Typical components of a successful virtual conference include: Education. Sponsorships. Offer Valuable Sponsorship Programs.

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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. What is a Convention?

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Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

“We had this big conference plan, but we had to pull the plug on it. However, we had all this content prepared for the conference we had intended to have in person. ” Event Management Platform For Conferences. “Our place within the industry is conferences, the type of events that Stephanie puts on.

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TicketBud

FEBRUARY 17, 2016

So you have a conference right around the corner and a big staff to manage. 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.

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Hubilo Blog

FEBRUARY 25, 2020

The sole idea of organizing any business event or a conference is to engage with your audience and build a strong brand by providing value by the means of sharing knowledge, insights or present compelling stories. This where you need keynote speakers at your event or conference. Why have a keynote speaker at your event?

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Hubilo Blog

FEBRUARY 25, 2020

The sole idea of organizing any business event or a conference is to engage with your audience and build a strong brand by providing value by the means of sharing knowledge, insights or present compelling stories. This where you need keynote speakers at your event or conference. Why have a keynote speaker at your event?

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Event Industry News

JULY 6, 2018

This includes event and conference planning and management, exhibit strategy and design, employee training and engagement, sponsorship marketing, creative content and communications, and digital-interactive media.

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Expo Logic

JANUARY 2, 2020

This is the highest value sponsorship you can offer. The American Correctional Association (ACA) uses timed splash screens to distinguish influential sponsors who exhibit at their conference. Wells Fargo got the most out of its sponsorship through a Banner Ad and Landing Page that linked to their website. featured listing.

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Expo Logic

JANUARY 2, 2020

This is the highest value sponsorship you can offer. The American Correctional Association (ACA) uses timed splash screens to distinguish influential sponsors who exhibit at their conference. Wells Fargo got the most out of its sponsorship through a Banner Ad and Landing Page that linked to their website. featured listing.

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Momencio

OCTOBER 8, 2023

However, measuring the event’s performance and influence on your ROI might be difficult without a deliberate approach to event planning. The foundation of every successful gathering is event planning. To properly grasp the worth of your event, you must thoroughly assess its effect.

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Planner WIre

AUGUST 9, 2017

But I love knowing the pain and suffering we go through on a daily basis while running through airports, conference centers, and hotels. The knowledge that I can walk 22,000 steps on three hours of sleep makes it easier to get motivated when I am back in the office planning the next one. ← Conference Event Sponsorship Guide.

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Expo Logic

JANUARY 11, 2019

Increase Revenue – Use your event badges as a sponsorship opportunity to create extra revenue. For example, if the goal of the badge is to create easy networking opportunities for attendees, you might color code the badges to guide networking groups or include the attendee’s social media handles.

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Expo Logic

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

Help attendees navigate all your events big (like your annual conference) and small (like your webinars and training sessions). You know you’ve done a good job, your attendees have learned a lot, had fun, and networked with each other, and you’ve generated a ton of sponsorship revenue. Generate revenue all year long. Educate members.

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Expo Logic

JULY 24, 2020

Exhibition and sponsorships : Ability for attendees to discover industry providers and ability for providers to showcase their solutions while interacting with attendees. Another benefit of free events is you can reach more prospective members and promote your fee-based events such as your annual conference or event.

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