Attendease
SEPTEMBER 26, 2022
Managing complex event agendas can be the source of a major headache: making sure that no speaker or venue is double booked, ensuring that sessions are not oversold, allowing attendees to sign up for waitlists, updating attendee-facing collaterals when last-minute changes occur, and the list goes on. What could possibly go wrong? Well, a lot, apparently.
Eventmobi
SEPTEMBER 29, 2022
It’s no longer a given that companies that sell to your members will sponsor your association. Bruce Rosenthal, founder of the Partnership Professional Network, explains what you need to know now about structuring association sponsorship programs to win. What are corporate sponsors really thinking? I’ve interviewed a lot of corporate sponsors over the years.
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Event Farm
SEPTEMBER 1, 2022
Times have changed, no doubt about it. People are sick of being sick; things are more expensive; there seem to be challenges around every corner. In response, new societal norms are becoming more prevalent — a major one being that people would rather stay home than get on a plane and attend an event. . As event producers, we now face new and steadily growing challenges: how to fight against these shifting priorities, find what resonates with our attendees, and get them to register, attend and e
SpotMe Blog
SEPTEMBER 1, 2022
Event planning terms are nothing new. But throw in event tech terms like ‘breakout rooms’, ‘RTMP’, and ‘VOD’ that are crucial to know for hybrid and virtual event planning. And suddenly, it can all become a bit confusing. Hybrid events are here to stay, with more than a third of event organizers saying they plan to put more money into these types of experiences over the next few years.
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.
Event Age by Swapcard
SEPTEMBER 7, 2022
As an event organizer, you’re probably looking for ways to simplify the conference planning process while still being able to reach your event objectives. One that helps save time and money, draws in a larger number of attendees year-over-year, and minimizes the stress of running a memorable event. That’s where event technology comes into play.
Event Pro Update brings together the best content for event, conference, and meeting planning professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
EventSource
SEPTEMBER 19, 2022
Not too hot, not too cold, they say that fall is the goldilocks of all seasons. Okay, they don’t say that, but we can all agree that the crisper fall season brings with it the sweet motherload of warm, hearty comfort foods we’ve all come to crave. Naturally, as inquisitive (and hungry) foodie fanatics, we wanted to see what Toronto’s top caterers would be serving up for the season, and we certainly weren’t disappointed!
Conferences that Work
SEPTEMBER 12, 2022
Though I don’t teach college anymore, I’m interested in educational class design because a class is a meeting. And much of what we can do to design great meetings is applicable to college classes too. So I had high hopes for a September 7 2022, City University of New York webinar introducing Cathy Davidson ‘s and Christina Katopodis’ book The New College Classroom , which is “about inspiring, effective, and inclusive teaching at the college level.” Sadly, I
Event Marketer
SEPTEMBER 22, 2022
Our annual special report on the Top 100 agencies serving the event marketing industry. Event Marketer launched the It List to literally figure out how many agencies were serving the growing event industry landscape after fielding calls from brand-side marketers reaching out to ask who they should send their RFPs to. That led our editors to go beyond identifying who was out there, to identifying what they do, and what differentiates one ”full-service” agency from the next.
Smart Meetings
SEPTEMBER 8, 2022
When author Salman Rushdie was stabbed 10 times just before giving a lecture in western New York, a crucial question was raised, perhaps the only one that matters: Why was such a high-risk person so easily accessible? Perhaps an even better question may be, “What will event organizers do to prevent something like this from happening again?”. We’ve been here before several times and the sequence is roughly the same: The accident happens, alarm is raised, authorities and event professionals take s
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.
EventMB
SEPTEMBER 13, 2022
Skift Take: Planners of in-person events aren’t seeing the attendance levels that they want. Are they being unrealistic, or are other factors at play? Is their communication strategy on target? — Paul Cook Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings.
Picatic by Eventbrite
SEPTEMBER 10, 2022
Illustrations: Marylou Faure Words: Claire Margine Halloween season isn’t truly complete without a live viewing of Rocky Horror Picture Show, including an over-the-top shadow cast, plenty of props, and ideally a pair of fishnets. The movie house tradition of pairing this iconic film with a live simultaneous performance is alive and well. It’s an interactive smorgasbord […].
EventSource
SEPTEMBER 22, 2022
You’re going to swoon over Jessica and Frankie’s luxurious wedding at the The Arlington Estate. With so many glamorous and delicate details, everything about their special day is breathtaking. The couple continued the sophisticated attire with their attire, including the bride’s beautiful look. She wore an elegant gown from Mira Zwillinger purchased at Powder , and her gorgeous updo was created by Allison Kam with her flawless makeup by Dawna Boot Makeup.
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SEPTEMBER 29, 2022
In honor of Global Diversity Awareness Month, we hosted a virtual panel discussion on the best practices to help business leaders, companies and organizations build more diverse and inclusive workplaces. The Diversity Makes Us Better virtual panel was open and free to all individuals, professionals, and business leaders looking to build more inclusive work environments.
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Event Marketer
SEPTEMBER 26, 2022
At Campari Academy, attendees could line up a mentor session with an industry leader. From the Super Bowl to the Oscars, nearly every industry has a tentpole event that shines a spotlight on the best in the biz. Within the spirits industry, that occasion is New Orleans-based Tales of the Cocktail (TOTC). Over the summer, the global conference made its post-pandemic return to live with a range of educational sessions, tastings, networking experiences, activations and awards programming built for
Smart Meetings
SEPTEMBER 29, 2022
International travel grew gradually in 2021 after the quarantine of 2019, yet 2022 has seen a huge spike. With more countries opening their borders and lifting Covid restrictions, 2022 international travel has increased exponentially since 2019 and progressing towards pre-pandemic numbers. But with the travel industry still reeling from the fallouts of Covid, heavy international travel traffic has been difficult for airports to handle.
EventMB
SEPTEMBER 13, 2022
Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings.
Picatic by Eventbrite
SEPTEMBER 6, 2022
Earlier this year, Eventbrite put out a call to entrepreneurs, innovators, trendsetters, and anyone else interested in building or growing an events business. After sifting through hundreds of event proposals — ranging from music festivals to immersive fitness classes — Eventbrite selected five winners to join the RECONVENE Accelerator, providing direct support to these emerging […].
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EventSource
SEPTEMBER 8, 2022
Thanks to luxe decor, show stopping candles, and romantic florals, Vanessa and Dylan’s big day was the epitome of glam. With the help of their amazing planner Simply Sienna , they transformed the Julius Event Centre into the fabulous reception of their dreams with every luxurious detail perfectly in place. The bride was a vision in a lace dress from Mariana's Bridal Boutique and gorgeous Jimmy Choo shoes.
Eventmobi
SEPTEMBER 22, 2022
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) has become increasingly important to businesses large and small, across many different industries. . Customers expect companies to give back to the communities they serve, by donating time and money to social, environmental, and economic causes—and savvy businesses have heard this message loud and clear. . One of the best ways for companies to launch a CSR campaign is by hosting a charitable event.
Event Marketer
SEPTEMBER 29, 2022
The only editorial listing of the event industry’s best fabrication partners . For the fabricators of the experiential marketing world, the days of waiting for clients to call are largely in the rearview mirror, with shops across the board seeing an exponential uptick in business, sometimes even requiring staffers to work nights and weekends. But after enduring the painful pandemic slowdown, you won’t hear anyone complaining about the extra hours.
Smart Meetings
SEPTEMBER 2, 2022
The travel and tourism industry lost an estimated 62 million jobs globally during the pandemic according to Statista.com. While demand for hotel and restaurant workers came back relatively quickly once people started traveling and meeting again, job-seekers were more reluctant. As of July, headcount was still down a reported 44 million people. Some of the lag is in Asia-Pacific, however, Europe and North America have also struggled to lure housekeepers, convention managers and meeting planners b
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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
SEPTEMBER 20, 2022
Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings.
Picatic by Eventbrite
SEPTEMBER 6, 2022
The disco ball strobes, the lights glow, and the music throbs. Everyone’s dabbing and strutting, twisting and twerking, in their finest club duds. Only this isn’t a nightclub or a warehouse party — it’s a living room or a bedroom (hey, even a pantry!) in any household attending an Online Dance Party. “I love making […].
EventSource
SEPTEMBER 28, 2022
You will fall head over heels for Lydia and Victor’s sophisticated boho wedding at the stunning Millcroft Inn and Spa. With the help of the oh-so-talented Designed Dream Events , the couple’s lovefest featured a warm citrus palette that contrasted beautifully against a neutral white tent, organic textures, and lush florals. The result was nothing short of a dream (no pun intended).
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SEPTEMBER 14, 2022
Events are perfect occasions to celebrate Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month. If you want to bring the team together and enjoy a fun Fiesta, events are great to celebrate and share love with your Hispanic/Latinx employees and clients. Here are some event ideas to celebrate with them. 1. Hispanic/Latinx Love at First Bite! Nothing brings people together like food.
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Conferences that Work
SEPTEMBER 26, 2022
Software testers do peer conferences right! (They even call them a peer conference , rather than unconference , a term I don’t like.) As evidence of software tester conference awesomeness, I offer three examples below. But first…. …a short history of the peer conference. I first designed and convened what I called a “ peer conference ” in 1992 for a group of IT managers at small schools that eventually became known as edACCESS.
Smart Meetings
SEPTEMBER 21, 2022
The meetings and events industry is returning with a lot of confidence, and face-to-face gatherings are trending upward with the potential to surpass pre-pandemic numbers. For example, this past spring, Georgia International Convention Center (GICC) hosted Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated’s 69th South Atlantic Regional Conference, a gathering of 8,000 members from Georgia, Florida and South Carolina. .
EventMB
SEPTEMBER 12, 2022
Skift Take: Since 1987, South by Southwest (SXSW) and Austin has been a convergence of film, music, education, and culture, a global destination for creative people to connect, collaborate and think outside the box. As SXSW expands into Sydney, this annual gathering offers many new and expanded possibilities for groups. — Andrea Doyle Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings.
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