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SEPTEMBER 28, 2021
There are several great reasons to use the Eventbrite and Wordpress integration. Check out four of the biggest benefits of connecting your Eventbrite account to your Wordpress.com site.
Velvet Chainsaw
SEPTEMBER 23, 2021
Register Now for our next VCC Webinar, Wednesday September 29, 2021, 12:00-1:00 PM EDT. Space is Limited. Organizations are making tough decisions about how to–or even whether to–move forward with their upcoming conferences and expos. While some have made the decision to cancel their f2f events, many others are forging ahead. 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-s
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Attendease
SEPTEMBER 21, 2021
With COVID-19 and the event industry pivoting from in-person to virtual formats, we saw a big shift from a pricing standpoint. Many events and conferences that used to have a high ticket value were now being offered in a virtual format for free (or for a fraction of the price of its in-person version). This change in pricing mentality brought yet another challenge to the industry.
Conferences that Work
SEPTEMBER 20, 2021
September 2021 — Are in-person events COVID safe? The worldwide meeting industry is desperately, and understandably, waiting for the answer to this question to be “Yes” Well, Freeman , the largest global event management firm, has just announced “the truth is, in-person events are actually safer than many daily activities, like trips to the grocery store — and we have the data to prove it” Sadly, while I acknowledge and appreciate Freeman’s significant work on the
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Eventmobi
SEPTEMBER 17, 2021
If the last year has shown anything, it’s that event technology can help attendees stay connected, even when meeting in person isn’t possible. But is there a way to keep that momentum going with year-round engagement? People are craving connection more than ever before. To meet this demand, event organizers need to balance carefully planned in-person meetings with year-round online engagement.
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SEPTEMBER 15, 2021
If you organize Halloween events, you’ve been gearing up for this season all year. Whether you host drive-up horror movie nights, haunted hayrides on the family farm, or virtual pumpkin carving classes, you want to share your spooky scares with as many people as possible. But preparing that corn maze takes time (and serious hedge […].
EventMB
SEPTEMBER 27, 2021
For many event planners, hybrid events are still a relatively new endeavor, one that brings the unfamiliar challenge of engaging two very different audiences at the same time. Here are 15 tips for avoiding the pitfalls that can easily occur. While hybrid events may be the solution for providing both in-person and virtual choices for […]. The post Hybrid Events – 15 Mistakes to Avoid by Maria Lenhart appeared first on [link].
Social Tables
SEPTEMBER 14, 2021
Have you ever tried to teach a class, promote a discussion, or get people to join in on an activity only to be met with blank stares and an awkward silence? Expert planners know that event engagement is vital to an event’s initial success, as well as the success of potential future events. But what is event engagement? Better yet, why does it matter?
Conferences that Work
SEPTEMBER 6, 2021
How can we provide new experiences at meetings? Not new F&B, decor, or glitz. Something deeper. Here’s a story…. A memorial service. Last month, I staffed an online memorial service for E, a friend who died tragically, at age 42, of breast cancer. With over a hundred attendees, most listened as friends and family spoke. When the main service ended, I hosted one of several breakout rooms for those who wanted to stay and talk.
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Expo Pass
SEPTEMBER 27, 2021
Pre-event marketing is all about two things: boosting registration, and creating real, organic interest in the event. But in this ever changing event world, we find ourselves asking — What’s really the best way to do this? And do emails still work? What about promotions? Also how are organizers innovating and getting creative to sell events right now?
Eventbrite UK
SEPTEMBER 28, 2021
Katie Finnigan, Account Manager at Eventbrite, talks us through the different discount codes you can set-up on Eventbrite. The post Using Eventbrite Discount Codes to Boost Demand and Ticket Sales appeared first on Eventbrite UK.
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SEPTEMBER 2, 2021
Creators are using the video app to add custom effects, backgrounds, animations, and more to their events. 2020 was the year virtual events went mainstream — because that’s simply the way it had to be. To survive, creators of all stripes have pivoted to digital and hybrid events. In doing so, they’ve discovered both their […].
EventMB
SEPTEMBER 14, 2021
New features flaunted at this week’s Zoom User Conference Zoomtopia point to Zoom becoming a serious contender for multi-day multi-session events. Although most features will only be released in the fourth quarter or later, the opportunity to explore first-hand some features as part of Zoomtopia made it clear that the company is serious about investing […].
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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
Event Age by Swapcard
SEPTEMBER 30, 2021
This week’s podcast features two experts in the field of sustainability and events, Shawna McKinley and Guy Bigwood. They sat down and shared their thoughts on how we need to recalibrate our approach to sustainability within the events industry, important takeaways on the future of events, and how the industry can do its part to tackle climate change.
Conferences that Work
SEPTEMBER 13, 2021
What is the mix of presentation versus interaction at your meetings? What should it be? Traditional meetings focus heavily on presentation. Interaction is limited to a few questions at the end of sessions, plus conversations “outside” the formal sessions. And this has been the norm for hundreds of years. The written word. Let’s explore the popularity of the written words presentation versus interaction over time.
Expo Pass
SEPTEMBER 8, 2021
We should start by saying that venues everywhere have put in tons of work to be able to host literally any kind of event right now. Whatever you are planning — in-person, virtual, or hybrid — there is a venue that can help make it happen. But with things still uncertain, and the addition of all these new virtual options, finding the perfect event space can be a bit tricky.
Eventbrite UK
SEPTEMBER 24, 2021
Selling tickets is an obvious stream to make money for your event. But are you capitalising on other revenue streams that can help put you in the green? The post 5 Simple Ways to Increase Your Event Income Right Now appeared first on Eventbrite UK.
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SEPTEMBER 6, 2021
How does a smart event creator focus on the event promotion sites that will drive the most sales? These are the top event promotion sites you should be using.
EventMB
SEPTEMBER 20, 2021
New variants and continued uncertainty around travel mean that a destination’s local intellectual capital will remain a key criterion for selection. Destinations with a strong reputation within a given industry will become a hub for that industry’s events. Sponsored by Visit Baltimore What location do you associate with fine dining? Paris? Naples? Can you do […].
Event Age by Swapcard
SEPTEMBER 29, 2021
"Virtual is not a substitute, but something complimentary (to the in-person experience)" - Ivan had some strong opinions about the power of virtual and why eventprofs should come together to embrace it as a new model for events, whether used 100% or only as one aspect of an event.
Event Marketer
SEPTEMBER 28, 2021
Our annual guide to the top 100 agencies serving the event marketing industry. It’s year two of a global pandemic that has systematically, with every wave, challenged the event industry and stretched its players’ creativity and patience more than anyone ever thought possible. Despite the relentless jabs, event companies are doubling down on their belief in the power of experiential.
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.
Expo Pass
SEPTEMBER 15, 2021
We are constantly working hard to bring you the best version of us. And we’ve been working on some new features to continue giving you the ultimate Expo experience. All-new, and just launched, we are so excited to announce Expo Theater. A fully immersive meeting experience that promotes real-time attendee engagement. Oh, and do you like magic? With our new Mobile Magic Links in quick one-click, attendees can instantly access your event.
Endless Events
SEPTEMBER 22, 2021
So, you want to plan an event. If your head is spinning, don’t worry: it’s all completely normal. 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. You might be thinking: ‘But how can I know what state will the events industry be a month or six months from now?
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SEPTEMBER 25, 2021
To sell tickets, arm yourself with an event marketing strategy that effectively promotes your event, and reaches your target audience.
EventMB
SEPTEMBER 29, 2021
The Skift Global Forum 2021, the premier global conference on the business of travel, took place last week in a hybrid format. With speakers and attendees joining in-person and online, we uncover the most valuable takeaways for event professionals. After pitvoting to virtual in 2020, the 2021 Skift Global Forum was, for the first time, […]. The post Biggest Takeaways for Event Professionals from the Hybrid Skift Global Forum by Miguel Neves appeared first on [link].
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Event Age by Swapcard
SEPTEMBER 7, 2021
Can you believe that it’s been almost 18 months since we first heard the dreaded phrase “pivot to virtual”? We’ve come so far with digital innovation in the events industry, especially when it comes to running virtual events. If we look at where we started from a big-picture approach, our industry has mastered a whole new art in a few short months - so kudos to us!
Event Marketer
SEPTEMBER 20, 2021
QR codes are having a moment again. The simple-to-generate, touchless matrix barcodes have become the darling of many businesses during the pandemic, like restaurants where patrons can access the evening’s menu from their devices rather than share (the virus, potentially) with other patrons. But the codes have been popping up frequently again in events, unlocking engagements and directing consumers to key content.
Expo Pass
SEPTEMBER 22, 2021
We will be the first to say that we did a double-take when we saw some of those crowds with thousands of people at the Lollapalooza music festival this year. Eeek! But in reality, there are proven ways for in-person and hybrid events to happen safely right now. It takes good planning, excellent communication, and a major commitment to effective health safety measures — but it is still possible.
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