Velvet Chainsaw
MARCH 30, 2021
Having an emcee at your event was a nice-to-have prior to 2020. Now it’s a must-have. Talk to any meeting owner who has managed a large virtual event this past year using a skilled emcee and he or she will tell you it made all the difference. An emcee ensures that an event flows seamlessly with all of its threads – content, speakers, audience and suppliers – woven together into a cohesive narrative.
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MARCH 1, 2021
Ready to set aside those snore-inducing lectures, and make your events fun and interactive?
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Velvet Chainsaw
MARCH 15, 2021
Our clients and leading industry associations (for example, PCMA’s latest glimpse or our industry’s future, the business recovery dashboard ) are turning their attention to future hybrid and face-to-face (f2f) events. While everyone keeps saying that hybrid is here to stay, most association event pros have limited bandwidth and budget to plan and execute robust in-person and digital events simultaneously.
Eventmobi
MARCH 18, 2021
Any experienced event professional can tell you that a session’s format is just as important as its topic. But how can planners leverage this expertise when designing an agenda that includes a variety of virtual conference session types? In this post, we explain how to apply best practices from both online events and virtual meetings. First things first, it’s important to clear up some terminology that can get muddled.
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.
Conferences that Work
MARCH 8, 2021
I’d like to be clear that I don’t hate in-person meetings , despite what some have been posting recently on a Facebook group for meeting professionals: “Often wondered why so many on this feed hate live events.” “It is my opinion that this group does not support any in-person meetings or gatherings of any kind…” ” I am sad to see so many industry giants verbally destroying our industry – apparently with glee.” Let’s explore what’s
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Attendease
MARCH 16, 2021
5 trends that are transforming events in a pandemic world. We have now reached the one-year anniversary of the global COVID-19 pandemic: one year since the world and the events industry has turned upside down. During this time, we have seen the entire industry pivot from in-person to virtual events while event professionals scrambled to find footing on unstable grounds.
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MARCH 31, 2021
Not everyone goes to sporting events to watch the game. So why do people get off the couch and into stadiums — and how can you use the insights to improve your events?
Event Farm
MARCH 24, 2021
Since March 2020, this whole pandemic period has been a waiting game. Waiting for the mask-wearing era to pass, waiting for when we can feel safe again, and most importantly – waiting for when we can socialize and have fun with other humans without the anxiety of getting sick. But the truth is, most of us are tired of waiting and want to get to a place where we can safely go back to hosting and attending in-person events.
Social Tables
MARCH 24, 2021
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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.
Conferences that Work
MARCH 1, 2021
It’s tempting and understandable to concentrate on trying to manage change. After all, we are constantly experiencing change, and attempting to manage it is often unavoidable. But never lose sight of the importance of working on what to change. Read the full article at Conferences That Work The post Work on *what* to change, not just managing change appeared first on Conferences That Work.
EventSource
MARCH 1, 2021
Are you getting married between the months of November and April? If so, there is the potential that your big day could be accompanied by a big snowfall! This shouldn’t be a surprise, we do live in the Great White North after all. But, before you freak out, remember how cute Phoebe and Mike’s wedding was? Well, yours can be just as cute, so long as you prepare properly!
Endless Events
MARCH 12, 2021
Sometimes, one has to look on the bright side of things. From the ashes of the destruction caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, new opportunities emerged. The world learned how to stay connected when being isolated was a requirement. People came together in extraordinary and unprecedented ways even though, technically, that wasn’t possible. And all of this happened thanks to the wonderful opportunities put forward by technology.
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MARCH 29, 2021
Trade shows used to be the primary way to introduce your product on the marketplace. These industry-specific fairs brought together lots of companies in one space, allowing them to showcase their products to customers while generating buzz and boosting sales. But today, getting your products out there and building hype doesn’t necessarily call for a […].
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GEVME
MARCH 21, 2021
Have you ever planned a fundraising event? Or are you planning to organize a virtual fundraiser now? In the book, The Richest Man in Babylon, George Clayson speaks about giving one-tenth of your income back to the people. However, when you want to start a virtual fundraising event on a large scale, you will need real event management planning to help you run and manage something that big!
Eventinterface
MARCH 17, 2021
There is no argument about it: promoting events for your business on your website can be difficult. It is so easy to overdo promotional content, overwhelm your customers and site visitors, and oversell the event entirely. Here are some ways to use your website's design to promote your events without going over the top. First of all, you need to decide whether you should do your web design yourself or make the more expensive, but probably worthwhile, investment of engaging a professional web desi
Conferences that Work
MARCH 29, 2021
The essential characteristics of meeting professionals. If there is a heaven on earth in the event industry, there are four essential characteristics of successful meeting professionals you’ll meet there. These four characteristics are essential because event professionals who possess and embrace them have what’s needed to thrive in our industry.
EventSource
MARCH 29, 2021
When you sit down to start planning your wedding you soon realize that there are a lot of ways to do pretty much everything. From cakes, to dinner styles and even the ceremony. It’s true! While the gist of the ceremony remains the same – to get married – no two ceremonies are alike. Even for couples who chose the same vows or the same religious ceremony, every pair has a unique mix of the officiant, music, rings and remarks.
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Social Tables
MARCH 17, 2021
The church seating layout is used for houses of worship, but it’s also found in lecture halls, performing arts centers, and conference spaces. You may already recognize it from an event you’ve planned or attended at a university, seminar, or yes, church. But what is the church seating layout exactly, and why is it used for events outside of churches?
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MARCH 23, 2021
If the past year of lockdowns has taught us one thing, it’s to not take anything for granted. That’s especially true when it comes to making plans for the future, and more so if you’re an event creator. Although rules and restrictions can change regularly and with little notice, there are ways events professionals can […].
Expo Pass
MARCH 31, 2021
The event world is changing, (once again)! Venues are reopening, the virtual world is blending with the in-person world, and hybrid events are definitely the future. But with so many questions about how hybrid really works, this seemed like a good time to sit down with four event professionals who are creating amazing hybrid events right this minute!
Guidebook
MARCH 30, 2021
At Guidebook, we don’t think it should be difficult or expensive to engage your audience. This is especially true today, as we work to connect organizers with their audiences, whether you’re planning to bring to your audience together in-person, virtually, or with a hybrid event. Created with attendees in mind, Guidebook event solutions equip your audience with engaging features to help individuals get the most out of your event.
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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
Conferences that Work
MARCH 15, 2021
Recently, I’ve been appearing as a guest at college event planning and hospitality courses to talk about meeting design. (I love to do this. Teachers, please contact me , it’s free!) Rather than lecture for an hour, I’ve been using an Ask Me Anything (aka AMA ) meeting format. Here’s why I think Ask Me Anything is almost always a better session format than a lecture.
EventSource
MARCH 26, 2021
Yes, summer is known as ‘wedding season’, and there are a few reasons for that, however, there is a new trend popping up of getting married in the Spring. The slightly cooler, less busy time of year that will allow you your pick of vendors, and some gorgeous natural backgrounds. Still undecided? Check out these perks of having a Spring wedding! 1. Everything is in full bloom: Fresh spring flowers will be blooming, and who doesn’t want flowers everywhere on their big day?
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MARCH 21, 2021
Want your emails to stand out in event-goers' inboxes? Get inspired by these six event email examples from Emma that have been proven to sell more tickets and drive registrations.
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Expo Pass
MARCH 3, 2021
Editing your event gives you creative control of everything the audience sees, and helps to create a seamless virtual experience. On the other hand, not editing your event, and streaming the whole thing live, will make the event feel more real, and help everyone connect in the moment. So the question is — which one is better? And can we do both?
Eventbrite UK
MARCH 1, 2021
How you handle an event cancellation could have a long-term impact on your reputation and success as an organiser. Get it right with these tips. The post Cancelled Events: How to Announce Them & Keep Your Attendees Interested appeared first on Eventbrite UK.
Conferences that Work
MARCH 22, 2021
We spend too much time distracting ourselves from what matters. Distraction is fine, up to a point. But when we spend two trillion dollars annually on entertainment, I’d say we are well beyond that point. As Seth Godin puts it: Marvel spent $400,000,000 to make Avengers: Endgame. Because there was a business model in place that made it a reasonable investment choice.
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