GEVME

JUNE 22, 2018

From designing the best custom or modular exhibition stands to offering the most exciting or innovative exhibition services, event organisers and marketing professionals focus a lot of their energy on trying to impress trade show attendees. In this article, we look at ways that trade shows can use the technology to woo attendees.

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Eventmobi

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

If you notice that a sponsored breakout session attracted an especially high number of attendees, you can download the full list of participants. Foot traffic has long been a key measure of event ROI, especially at trade shows. This kind of data is also essential for virtual conferences. Tools to Measure Event Interest.

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Event Marketer

MAY 31, 2023

The annual event put on by the Entertainment Software Association (ESA) is one of the biggest gaming conferences to falter in the headwinds of an industry-wide trade show evolution brought on by pandemic-related interruptions and strategy shifts by headlining brands. Georges agrees.

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CadmiumCD

DECEMBER 29, 2020

Download the calendar and enjoy the tips below (one for each month). We put a page together that makes it easy to review all the pieces of your event puzzle for your 2021 conferences and trade shows. It’s still one of our most popular downloads today! Make sure you have everything you need for success.

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Velvet Chainsaw

OCTOBER 31, 2019

It’s difficult to determine what to include — and not include — when collecting attendee data at the time of conference registration. In the spirit of making it easy to say “yes,” session sign-up should be delayed until 30–45 days prior to the conference. One best practice for conference registration?

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Event Marketer

JANUARY 22, 2024

Watch for opportunities throughout the year to tune into live expert panels and ask questions, download fresh data and engage in training designed to level up your event measurement practice. Spend a few minutes with trade show marketer Sabrina Gonzales of Shutterstock, who relies on lead scanning and sales alignment to get results.

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EventTechBrief

APRIL 18, 2019

Event management software (EMS), which automates the tasks associated with planning a conference, has been available for at least a quarter century. Sava Events, for example, connects whole pages of conference content to the chatbot with a click. That’s changed. They are popular. Chatbots are not new for Spice Factory.

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Guidebook

SEPTEMBER 27, 2018

If you attend conferences, festivals, trade shows or any other kind of event, you’ve probably noticed that the organizers are encouraging you to download an event app. According to the Center for Sustainable Tourism , the average conference attendee can take home ten pounds of paper. You could get a cheaper ticket.

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Velvet Chainsaw

APRIL 24, 2019

As the event-tech space continues to evolve with a number of mergers and acquisitions, I see four changes coming for larger annual conferences. #1. Conference organizers who jumped on the big-data bandwagon are drowning in so much information, they can’t make sense of what changes need to be made. Security is Expensive, but Critical.

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Event Marketer

JANUARY 19, 2024

If your NRF 2024 booth didn’t have a coffee bar, did you really exhibit at “Retail’s Big Show?” Indeed, many of the 1,000-plus exhibitors at the annual trade show, this year Jan. Here’s what we discovered. Build: George P. Johnson) SAP’s Coffee Bar dished out hot drinks with foam art featuring the brand’s logo.

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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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Eventscase Blog

MARCH 14, 2025

DOWNLOAD NOW Virtual and Hybrid Platforms: From Boom to Bust In 2020 and 2021, virtual event platforms experienced a massive boom. Screen fatigue hindered networking, attendee interest declined, and maintaining engagement during long online conferences became a challenge. In reality, mass adoption never happened.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 31, 2022

Just because you’re hosting a trade show in an exciting new hybrid format doesn’t mean you can’t rely on traditional virtual event elements. One of the big benefits of hosting a hybrid or virtual trade show is that it’s easy to increase accessibility. Pick the low-hanging fruit. Account for accessibility.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 6, 2022

For those who couldn’t make it, you can get a free recording for all registrants to download. million convention attendees were hosted in Vegas since the return of trade shows in June 2021. MPI chapters across the U.S. are also celebrating in their respective regions. This was a celebration well earned, as an estimated 2.2

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Attendease

AUGUST 7, 2020

The shift from in-person road shows and trade shows to online programming has presented several challenges for event management professionals: Finding the right technology to support digital event management. Event-specific promo codes, exclusive downloads and free consultations are all popular options.

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Attendease

OCTOBER 19, 2021

At Nifty Method, the event’s team uses what they call the Event Tech Maturity Sheet ( you can download yours free here ). The platform you choose will depend largely on the type of event you manage and its specific requirements, be it a large trade show, an incentive trip, a traditional annual conference or user conference, etc.

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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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Event Marketer

MARCH 7, 2025

Lets download the best design and engagement ideas from a show floor all about hands-on play. Ultimately, more than 800 exhibitors participated, and booth designs and experiences ran the gamut, with market leaders predictably making the biggest splash. Or, shall we say, squish.

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PCMA Convene

FEBRUARY 21, 2019

As event marketers work to attract traffic to their trade-show floors, it’s common to tailor messaging based on where those prospective attendees live, what type of companies they represent, their age, and a number of other demographic factors. Age, though, is an important factor in understanding the makeup of trade-show audiences.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 26, 2022

Destinations International and PCMA closed out the week with their co-produced Destination Showcase education and trade show event in an expo hall looking out over the Potomac featuring 90 destinations from across the country giving updates. — SmartMeetings (@SmartMeetings) March 25, 2022. The Power of Purpose. Hugs are powerful.”

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SpotMe Blog

JULY 25, 2021

The tricky part about hybrid conferences and events is making them equally as engaging and fulfilling for people who are attending remotely as it is to those who are physically present. Consider how hybrid aspects can work for these types of events for your organization: Conferences. Trade shows. Training seminars.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 14, 2022

Download “Pathways to Clarity” a joint IMEX, Smart Meetings White Paper outlining the state of the meetings industry. More than 1,600 people participated in MPI education over the course of the event. Additionally, MPI Foundation raised $400,000 through Caesars Entertainment-sponsored Rendezvous and a silent auction.

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Eventinterface

JULY 2, 2016

When you secure a spot at a trade show or event, do not go in all guns blazing. It’s also important to feature your company logo and high-level messaging at the top of your booth display to ensure it can be seen from a distance on the trade show floor.

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Event Geek

FEBRUARY 18, 2018

Sponsoring industry conferences and exhibiting at trade shows can be great marketing strategies when done right. By the way, if you're actively considering a sponsorship, you should download our Sponsorship Scorecard , designed for industry conferences and trade shows. Download Scorecard.

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Eventmobi

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Why Is Lead Capture Crucial to Your Next Event or Conference? Take a look at these reasons why event planners should offer lead capture at events and trade shows: Sponsor ROI Your sponsors invest in your event to gain exposure and connect with leads. Download the free Sponsorship Strategy Guide to learn how !

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Eventscase Blog

APRIL 10, 2025

Eventscase has analysed the essential elements of designing and delivering successful hybrid events , distilling them into a comprehensive, downloadable whitepaper. DOWNLOAD NOW What Are Hybrid Events and Why Should You Pay Attention to Them? What Do You Need to Organise a Successful Hybrid Event?

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Core-apps

JULY 24, 2017

Association: Usually a non-profit trade group designed to further a specific profession, by providing education and networking for members. Attendee: A person who participates in a conference, industry trade show or other meeting. Conference Notes: Most event apps allow attendees to take notes on their mobile devices.

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Eventtia

JANUARY 15, 2025

Instead of just telling people about your product or service you can show them. Whether its a conference, a seminar, or a workshop, the goal is the same: create a memorable moment that builds trust and excitement around what you do. Participating in trade shows gives your brand direct access to interested buyers.

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Eventmobi

JUNE 23, 2020

By using Livestreaming tools and collaborating with Virtual Event Providers, we are able to host small to large scale events, meetings, and conferences including weddings. Mail the swag to the people attending virtually or make everything virtual through QR codes and downloads. Valerie Bihet, Director, VIBE , Miami, FL.

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Event Industry News

DECEMBER 1, 2020

Go beyond the classic conference or webinar experience. No downloads required with SpotMe. Host virtual conferences, online trade shows and job fairs without breaking a sweat. Host online events with less drop-offs and higher engagement. Try SpotMe, the virtual event platform your audience will love.

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Eventmobi

MAY 27, 2019

But d idn’t make it to the Collision Conference? Pre-plan and schedule push notifications and alerts throughout the event promoting the news and encourage attendees to visit the Media Lounge in the app to download and learn more. The end result was three different types of booths on the trade show floor.

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Eventmobi

JULY 5, 2023

They could also have a dedicated section to show their products or services. Download the free Sponsorship Strategy Guide to learn how ! Download Now 5 Association Event Sponsorship Ideas Associations have specific needs and benefits to offer sponsors! Annual conference sponsorship Hosting an annual conference?

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GEVME

NOVEMBER 11, 2019

Our team has been working hard within the past few months developing experiential tech solutions, and now we’re proud to announce that the new GEVME event lead retrieval app s for trade show and conference organisers have been launched at the World’s largest fintech event – Singapore FinTech Festival and SWITCH 2019 (SFF x SWITCH).

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Endless Events

JUNE 28, 2019

Their fine detail makes them ideal when you’d prefer to keep the rest of your stage design simple, as you can see in the conference pictured. These versatile 3D panels can be used for anything from backdrops at staged events, to statement pieces at art shows or to draw razor sharp interest from crowds at a cutting-edge trade show booth.

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Attendease

OCTOBER 19, 2021

At Nifty Method, the event’s team uses what they call the Event Tech Maturity Sheet ( you can download yours free here ). The platform you choose will depend largely on the type of event you manage and its specific requirements, be it a large trade show, an incentive trip, a traditional annual conference or user conference, etc.

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PCMA Convene

AUGUST 31, 2020

Despite lively faux convention-center environments, virtual solutions don’t quite meet the standards or ROI of in-person trade shows. 3D-like virtual solutions — complete with avatars and faux convention-center environments — are probably the closest we can get to replicating the physical trade-show environment.

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Event Industry News

MARCH 8, 2022

To increase foot traffic at a conference, create a Scavenger Hunt and have attendees search around your venue for clues or codes. To increase time spent at your trade show booth, have visitors spin a Spin Wheel for prizes or discounts. Apps are ok but even asking attendees to download something to their phone is a barrier.

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