Eventmobi
AUGUST 22, 2024
For a brief moment, virtual meetings became the center of the event universe pretty much out of necessity. At the time, event planners made the most of the shift away from in-person events, pulling out all the stops to keep attendees engaged. Big guests, interactive games, build-your-own-drink happy hours? It was all on the table. And that pushed production values to new heights.
Attendease
AUGUST 26, 2024
Corporate event planning is notoriously labor-intensive, with planners often reinventing the wheel for each new event. From the tedium of manual registration and spreadsheet wrangling to the headache of juggling different tools for websites, email marketing, agenda builders, and more… It’s a recipe for frustration and overwhelm. Yet, putting on a seamless, branded event experience is essential for driving sales, cultivating relationships, and elevating your company’s profile.
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EventMB
AUGUST 1, 2024
Skift Take: More than 13,000 hotel workers in four U.S. cities may vote for strikes in the coming weeks. Picket lines are a real possibility that will disrupt meetings and conventions.
Velvet Chainsaw
AUGUST 6, 2024
The Exhibitor Advocate recently released its 2023 Annual Survey of Exhibition Rates. This report compares material handling, labor, and equipment costs across 24 major U.S. destinations. Here are two takeaways you should consider. Not only is the Annual Survey of Exhibition Rates a handy tool for comparing exhibitor costs in one city vs. another, it offers other helpful insights for event organizers.
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In order to create a successful event, you must: Optimize Event Website and Registration Process Utilize Social Media Platforms Effectively Implement Targeted Email Campaigns Harness the Power of Video Content Benefit from a Mobile App Download now and learn how to simplify this process with Eventpedia.
Conferences that Work
AUGUST 26, 2024
I recently attended a conference session that made me uneasy, and not in a constructive way. I won’t name names, but the session was centered around a specific program to increase “ belonging ” in organizations and included statistics such as: “Only 13% of organizations are ready to actually implement belonging as a practice.” “47% of our audiences are lonely.” When the presenter said increasing belonging would be beneficial, I asked: “To whom, the
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Eventmobi
AUGUST 21, 2024
No matter what type of organization you work at, if you host events to further your goals, you probably know about corporate sponsorships. This type of help from businesses can provide crucial support in the following forms: Financial: The most widely-known type of sponsorship is a company donating money to fund an event. In exchange, the event organizer helps promote awareness of the sponsor by including their branding in marketing and event materials.
Attendease
AUGUST 6, 2024
Successful fundraising events are the lifeblood of many non-profit organizations and charities. A well-executed fundraiser can bring in much-needed funds, expand your organization’s supporter base, and ultimately make a bigger impact in the lives of those it serves. However, without proper planning, fundraisers can fall flat, failing to reach their financial goals and leaving organizers feeling discouraged.
EventMB
AUGUST 14, 2024
Skift Take: From beach volleyball and gymnastics to tennis and dressage, hip-hop star Snoop Dogg was in the crowd cheering during the 2024 Paris Olympics. His involvement underscores how an unconventional celebrity can amplify an event's impact and broaden its appeal.
Event Marketer
AUGUST 16, 2024
Just like hordes of well-to-do New Yorkers, several brands swapped the city for the coast this summer and escaped to the Hamptons, a collection of wealthy hamlets located on Long Island. The locale has historically attracted some ultra-high-end fashion houses , but 2024 brought other types of brands into the mix, too, including Sparkling Ice and CeraVe.
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Conferences that Work
AUGUST 19, 2024
I’m a proponent of paying it forward. Throughout my professional life, I have been fortunate to receive invaluable advice, support, and encouragement from mentors at critical times. Most importantly, when I hesitantly approached someone I deeply respected and asked them whether something I was planning—often, something I had never done before, or something no one had ever done before—was a good idea.
Smart Meetings
AUGUST 12, 2024
Proposed law may impact pricing, but it’s more complicated than that The city that doesn’t sleep should not mind having the number of its hotel rooms go down, but meeting profs will—and proposed licensing of hotels in New York City will hasten the drop, according to trade groups for the hotel industry. But that’s just one factor in a complex hotel environment in the city.
Eventmobi
AUGUST 8, 2024
Chapters are a fundamental element of running an association. They are the grassroots—where the goals of collaboration and engagement are turned into action. They’re often built around specific locations or causes, with a narrower focus than you might get at an annual meeting. Some chapter members may actually work together; others just share a community.
Attendease
AUGUST 1, 2024
The events industry has undergone a significant transformation over the past few years, driven by evolving technologies, changing attendee expectations, and the growing complexity of event logistics. For event planners (and anyone in charge of planning events), this means it’s increasingly challenging to manage every detail, from coordinating vendors and budgets to ensuring a seamless experience for attendees.
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In this best practices guide, you’ll learn how to tap into the cost-efficiencies of advocacy and word-of-mouth marketing with video. Examples include speakers providing a preview of their upcoming sessions, exhibitors creating “please stop by” invitations and attendees creating “looking forward to seeing you” introduction videos. Learn about best practices and programs created by leading companies and associations including ASIS, AUVSI, SuperZoo, National Restaurant Association, World of Concret
EventMB
AUGUST 30, 2024
Skift Take: Who better to ask for packing tips than meeting planners who are constantly on the road? From the 5-4-3-2-1 rule to a portable Nespresso machine, they have all the tricks.
Event Marketer
AUGUST 15, 2024
A little over a year ago, AI was largely a buzzword in experiential. On the heels of Open AI’s release of ChatGPT, marketers everywhere began to dabble in its potential for smarter, more personalized campaigns. Fast forward to today, and brands have made serious strides in unlocking new brand engagement frontiers with this tech. “I think the true power and promise of AI, when we’re talking about events, is in the ability for it to expand brand worlds, inviting attendees into a brand enviro
Conferences that Work
AUGUST 12, 2024
Religious meetings are a small, fascinating subset of the meeting industry. I learned about them when I presented at The Religious Conference Management Association annual conference in 2014, and I’ve written about what meeting designers can learn from religious services. However there isn’t much academic research into event management, so I was happy to discover Ruth Dowson and Daniel H.
ePly
AUGUST 1, 2024
Introduction Overview of Event Management Software Event management software has become an essential tool for organizing and managing events of all sizes. These platforms offer a wide range of features designed to streamline the planning process, enhance attendee engagement, and ensure the success of the event. From registration management to post-event analytics, a robust event management software can handle it all.
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Eventmobi
AUGUST 5, 2024
Recruiting volunteers for conferences can be challenging but immensely rewarding. Volunteers not only help your events run smoothly but also bring energy, enthusiasm, and fresh perspectives. Those who are passionate, reliable, and committed to doing their best on event day can help you pull off your conference without a hitch. When it comes to managing conferences , recruiting the right volunteers makes all the difference.
Attendease
AUGUST 20, 2024
Creating an amazing attendee experience is the key to a memorable event. But how can you ensure every single touchpoint meets and exceeds expectations? The answer lies in mapping out the complete event attendee journey. An attendee journey map is a visual representation of all the interactions and experiences your attendees will have before, during, and after your event.
EventMB
AUGUST 19, 2024
Skift Take: Companies are leaning heavily on “just-in-time” talent, hired for tasks like sourcing or registration, or to spend a couple of weeks doing site inspections or hotel contracting.
Event Marketer
AUGUST 23, 2024
Digital sports platform Fanatics brought its wide-ranging ventures across merchandising, trading cards, collectibles, special events and more to life with the inaugural Fanatics Fest , Aug. 16-18, in New York City. What’s being referred to as the new Comic-Con for sports fans, the event attracted more than 70,000 sports fans and collectors to the Javits Center, and featured appearances from a roster of celebrity talent, from Tom Brady to Derek Jeter to Travis Scott.
Speaker: Adam Dorfman, Lindsay Harrison, and Erin O'Brien
Did you know that 4 out of 5 consumers use local search and 88% use smartphones for those searches? With that in mind, I think it's safe to say your online presence is the silver bullet of your business. Think about the revenue you could be missing by not prioritizing local search optimization. Fortunately, there are a handful of steps you can take right now that will immediately impact your business's pace in local search, and we're happy to share them.
Conferences that Work
AUGUST 5, 2024
Trust matters more than ever to me. In a world that is complex and often overwhelming, building trusted relationships has become essential. As I reflect on my various connections—from intimate and life-changing relationships to countless daily interactions—I realize that trust is the cornerstone of my well-being. It’s little wonder that I have moved to valuing trust more and more over time.
PCMA Convene
AUGUST 20, 2024
We asked event planners what event sacred cows they think need to go away or change. (Illustrations by Dale Crosby Close) The pandemic served as a wake-up call to the meetings industry, but perhaps we’ve hit the snooze button. Rendered impossible by COVID, face-to-face events have since returned with a vengeance — and in all too many cases, in rinse-and-repeat mode.
Event Industry News
AUGUST 13, 2024
Welcome to the Event Industry News Christmas Party & Venue Guide — your ultimate resource for planning unforgettable festive celebrations. Whether you’reorganising a corporate holiday bash or a private seasonal soirée, our guide offers a curated selection of the best venues and top-tier suppliers.
Attendease
AUGUST 22, 2024
Branding is a crucial part of any organization’s success. Effective branding helps supporters remember who you are, builds an identity for your nonprofit, and boosts your marketing and advertising results. Over time, you can communicate that identity with just a logo or mission statement— for example, think about the feelings, values, and ideologies that come to mind when you see the Nike logo or hear the brand’s slogan.
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People are itching to get back into the world. 54% of consumers say they plan to dine out at a restaurant at least once a week this year. As COVID-19 restrictions ease, the competition for their business is stronger than ever. Download this eBook today to learn how your restaurant can be prepared!
EventMB
AUGUST 26, 2024
The highly-anticipated Skift Meetings Forum returns for its second edition, preceding the prestigious Skift Global Forum. This one-day event, held on September 17 at The Glasshouse in New York City, is where the industry’s most influential planners will converge for unparalleled learning, networking, and inspiration. If you’re serious about staying ahead in the meetings industry, here are ten compelling reasons why Skift Meetings Forum should be on your calendar: Experience Skift’s Editorial Exc
Event Marketer
AUGUST 9, 2024
In January 2020, Bloomberg Media launched Bloomberg Green, a multiplatform editorial brand focused on climate change news, analysis and solutions, with the first Bloomberg Green event at Davos 2020 and plans to continue incorporating programming into other Bloomberg Live events throughout the year—until they were put on pause due to COVID. The media company has since picked up the momentum, hosting several sustainability-focused programs, including the hybrid Bloomberg Green Summit in New York a
EventSource
AUGUST 30, 2024
Celebrating the launch of their 2025 carefully curated catering menu, the team at Daniel et Daniel Catering & Events invited various professionals from across the industry to their sneak peak dinner at The Royal Conservatory. Naturally, RCM served as the perfect venue host for the occasion. With plenty of natural light, a perfect blend of history and modern architecture, and an ideal downtown locale, this venue never fails to impress.
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