Conferences that Work
MAY 16, 2016
Sometimes, the best thing we can do is to ask for help. I had been fretting for several months on how to move ahead on convening and facilitating more of the participation technique workshops that are dear to my heart. What would the interest be? How would I market them? Which countries and venues should I consider? The exploratory work involved was daunting.
EventTechBrief
MAY 26, 2016
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Gallus Events
MAY 10, 2016
I’ve written this “What to look for in a training room” post for a couple of reasons. The first is that I was thoroughly depressed when I read through the search results for “What to look for in a training room” I assumed this would be a pretty common search for those new to event organising and I had hoped to see that Google was pointing our new event managers to some recent, useful and dynamic content.
Speaker: Aja Bradley Kemp, Founder & Chief Experience Officer at Conversate Collective
In a world where every brand is vying for attention, how do you make your events stand out? ✨ From creative swag strategies to immersive brand experiences, the key lies in fostering real connections that inspire action and leave a lasting impression. Whether you're planning a large-scale conference or an exclusive executive gathering, this session will explore how to elevate event engagement, strengthen brand perception, and maximize ROI.
Eventinterface
MAY 17, 2016
The Ritz-Carlton launches Impact Experiences Program, a Community Footprints program offering conference and group guests the opportunity to participate in socially responsible activities that make a positive impact on the destination while fostering collaboration and a great sense of accomplishment. “We are proud to make Impact Experiences available at every one of our hotels around the world to provide our guests with an option to address local social and environmental issues,” sai
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Conferences that Work
MAY 23, 2016
In Part 1 of this series I defined participatory voting and we explored the different ways to use it to obtain public information about viewpoints and participants in the room, paving the way for further useful discussions and conversations. There is no shortage of high-tech systems that can poll an audience. Commonly known as ARSs, Student Response Systems (SRSs), or “clickers,” these systems combine an audience voting method—a custom handheld device, personal cell phone/smartphone, personal co
Gallus Events
MAY 10, 2016
I’ve written this “What to look for in a training room” post for a couple of reasons. The first is that I was thoroughly depressed when I read through the search results for “What to look for in a training room” I assumed this would be a pretty common search for those new to event organising and I had hoped to see that Google was pointing our new event managers to some recent, useful and dynamic content.
Speaker: Alexa Acosta, Director of Growth Marketing & B2B Marketing Leader
Marketing is evolving at breakneck speed—new tools, AI-driven automation, and changing buyer behaviors are rewriting the playbook. With so many trends competing for attention, how do you cut through the noise and focus on what truly moves the needle? In this webinar, industry expert Alexa Acosta will break down the most impactful marketing trends shaping the industry today and how to turn them into real, revenue-generating strategies.
Eventinterface
MAY 16, 2016
This show is perhaps one of the largest live television productions on Earth. 172 trucks are needed to transport the equipment, and it takes a team of 220 people to run the live broadcast. Welcome to the 61st Annual Eurovision Song Contest. The Eurovision Song Contest was an annual tradition in my family. It was one of these nights you awaited with anticipation.
PCMA Convene
MAY 31, 2016
Feeling overwhelmed by technology is a common sentiment expressed by meeting-professional respondents to Convene surveys, who say that they struggle with the fast pace of change, the latest tech tools and up-to-the-minute applications, and the shiniest new things. What should they pay attention to? 1. Artificial Intelligence. It’s generally not a good idea for a hotel concierge to stand on top of a counter while interacting with guests — but an exception can be made for Connie, a chunky, two-foo
Conferences that Work
MAY 31, 2016
In the first two parts of this series on participatory voting at events, I introduced the concept and compared low-tech and high-tech approaches. Now, let’s explore an issue that should (but often doesn’t) determine the specific voting methods we choose: knowledge about how other participants have voted. High-tech methods typically default to anonymous voting: i.e. we have no information on anyone’s individual vote.
Capterra Event Management
MAY 24, 2016
My girlfriend is addicted to Pinterest. She consults it for everything from decoration designs to budgeting ideas. She plans out every aspect of her life with Pinterest boards and she’s even gotten me to start using the website every now and then for dinner ideas or blog topic inspiration. The way I see it, anyone who’s anyone in event planning and management ought to have and regularly use Pinterest for events.
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The Modern Event
MAY 9, 2016
In This Episode: Today’s guest is Kare Anderson, Speaker, Emmy-winning former NBC and Wall Street Journal reporter, turned columnist for Forbes and Huffington Post. Ms. Anderson’s TED talk “The Web of Humanity: Becoming an Opportunity Maker” has attracted over 1.8 million views. Her strong work ethics, compassion, knowledge, and caring personality has evolved her career to what it is today.
Eventinterface
MAY 24, 2016
Eventinterface MARKET is live. Our curated and complimentary directory of services, venues and vendors supporting the event and meeting planning industry is now open for business. Eventinterface MARKET launched, featuring a diverse list of resources for Meeting and Event Planners. Included are featured businesses Marriott International , Tempe Tourism Office , HelmsBriscoe , SuperShutlle/ExecuCar , Duran Events and Copper Hills Inn.
PCMA Convene
MAY 31, 2016
San Antonio’s storied Riverwalk. When I touched down in San Antonio for a late-March press trip for my first visit to River City, my anticipation was high. I’d heard that San Antonio’s lively mix of history, art, food, and sports make it magnetic for both tourists and business travelers. But rather than rest on its laurels, Texas’ second-largest city is pushing itself forward, especially when it comes to meetings.
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TicketBud
MAY 26, 2016
We've received a lot of requests lately asking for tips and tricks on starting out as an event planner. So, who better to go to than the source - actual event planners that use Ticketbud! Today I'm happy to introduce the first guest to our Event Planner Spotlight: Elizabeth (Corr) Sheils of Bridal Bliss Event Planning. She is part of a star-studded team that has been consistently voted as the best Portland wedding planners and Event Coordinators for weddings.
Capterra Event Management
MAY 20, 2016
As we progress toward connecting every aspect of the world to itself through the Internet of Things , one particular trend stands out for event management : iBeacons. iBeacons use bluetooth technology in your smartphone to send out signals that allow for identification, navigation, attendee messaging, and attendee location. Events such as SXSW have implemented this new technology recently with considerable results, and so can you!
Event Geek
MAY 25, 2016
So many industry events, such little time. We’ve all heard the classic phrase “it’s not what you know, it’s who you know.” Networking is everything in today’s world--and that is especially true when it comes to the marketing industry. Though social media and the internet play an ever-increasing role in networking, the simple truth of the matter is that humans are hard-wired to form deeper, more meaningful connections in-person.
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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
Eventinterface
MAY 18, 2016
Eventinterface has expanded its feature offerings with the launch of Eventinterface MAIL , a new module added to its end-to-end conference and meeting planning platform. Eventinterface MAIL invites planners to manage unlimited subscribers, create visually stunning emails and track event marketing campaign progress. To celebrate the launch of this feature, Eventinterface is offering its first ever BOGO sale.
PCMA Convene
MAY 17, 2016
Next month Convene will explore best practices for building internships as part of our CMP Series. Some of the meeting planners and hospitality professors we talked to think the Millennial generation gets a bad rap. Here are some common misconceptions: 1. They’re lazy A comment complaint leveled at the Millennial contingent is that they don’t take work as seriously as older generations.
TicketBud
MAY 18, 2016
Getting customers when you first start out is one of the most difficult aspects of running a business, so it is imperative that you put time aside to nurture these clients to not only give you more business but to create a loyal bond between you booth. We’ve come up with pointers as a guide to keeping those clients close whilst building your Event Management Empire.
b2match
MAY 18, 2016
The b2match Organiser Tool is the upcoming major relaunch of b2match with lots of new features and improvements that is about to be released in the upcoming months. Why did we decide to do a full redesign? When b2match was founded several years ago, we wanted to help event organisers make better networking events. The idea was to provide them with event websites that were capable of handling the full matchmaking process.
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Event Geek
MAY 25, 2016
Our Top Software Picks for Managing Events, Teams and Logistics You have a lot on your plate when planning an event, especially when it comes to coordinating people and resources. Whether you’re planning a community meetup or exhibiting at a trade show, your team needs to click like clockwork to make sure everything comes together perfectly on location.
Loudermilk Center
MAY 23, 2016
Using WordPress for your conference website makes sense for a many reasons. WordPress.org is free. You have to have your own hosting and domain name but the self-hosted version of WordPress has a plethora of options for event management. Over 26% of websites in the world are created with WordPress which means that your team may already be familiar with updating websites built on this platform.
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