April, 2021

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Risk, Revenue Recognition and Recovery

Velvet Chainsaw

For well over a year, we’ve consulted with dozens of associations on their go/no-go event strategies. One of our early — and still applicable — recommendations was for conference organizers to communicate and publish the date when they expect to make the decision for their in-person conference. Over the summer and the fall of 2020, most organizations were able to make decisions six months out without incurring liability.

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Checklist: Planning a Grand Reopening Event After COVID-19

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Hosting any kind of event requires planning and organization to ensure it goes off without a hitch. Following an event planning checklist can make this process less intimidating — but your old checklist might be out of date. If you’re planning a grand reopening event to celebrate the return of in-person events, then you need a checklist […].

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Trust, safety, and learning at meetings

Conferences that Work

If people come to meetings to learn, how can we create the best environment for them to do so? It turns out that trust and safety are prerequisites for optimum learning at meetings. Let’s explore why. How we learn at meetings. For over twenty years, we’ve known that adults learn 90% of what they need to know to do their job via informal learning.

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Introducing to you the Next Generation of Virtual Events

GEVME

Last year took most of the businesses on a journey we didn’t imagine we would have to take. With all physical events coming to a stand-still, the year 2020 was all about survival or nothing. We have come on a long journey since then. All these years, we have been so used to having physical events, and the success it brought with it every time, hosting Virtual Events , keeping aside virtual one was out of the question.

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Elevate Your Event Experience to the Next Level

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.

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Top 9 Legal Questions About Event Safety and Liability

Event Farm

The questions raised by participants during the first session of our virtual event series, Pandemic Compliance and Safety at Live Events , prompted us to bring a fresh group of panelists, including a lawyer, for the second session we hosted in March on event safety compliance and legal liability. Legal issues are top-of-mind right now as. 88% of our session attendees shared in our event poll that they plan to host an in-person event this year.

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The Evia Platform [Review]

EventMB

Evia Virtual Event Platform is a configurable event platform that focuses on content delivery and offers production services to assist planners in designing and executing their events. Here is our review. The Evia Platform: What Is It? Evia’s AWS-based virtual event platform emphasizes content delivery and presentation, and is configurable based on event needs. […].

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Concerts Revisited: Planning Music Events in 2021 and Beyond

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For creators in the music industry, 2020 was all about agility and adaptability. In the face of canceled or postponed live events, attendees were more hungry for entertainment than ever. Many concerts and festivals responded with online content, but they soon found that bringing the music to people in their homes presented a whole new […].

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Venue ventilation for COVID-19

Conferences that Work

Attention, meeting planners! Safe meeting venue ventilation for COVID-19 is critical. As we start thinking about returning to in-person events, it’s crucial to check that venues are upgrading their HVAC systems to handle potentially virus-infused air. There has been little public discussion on this important topic. In this post, I’ll explain why questions about venues’ HVAC safety should be at the top of your site visit checklist.

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How to Plan a Concert in 10 Steps

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Unlock the Secrets of Event Marketing Masters

The greats learn from the greats. Set yourself and your team up for success with tried and tested strategies and insights from event marketing geniuses at Vanta, Partnership Leaders, Quantum Metric, Rocketlane, and Explori.

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22 Hybrid Event Ideas For Engagement, Monetization and Marketing

Event Age by Swapcard

What you need is a step-by-step checklist that you can refer to throughout the process of planning your hybrid event. We've made that checklist for you, to ensure you have everything in one place. It'll help you answer questions like, "Did I remember to define the attendee touchpoints on the platform?" or "What are the essentials I need to consider when choosing my platform?".

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Creating Safe Events: How to Make Attendees Feel Secure This Year

Eventbrite UK

Many attendees can’t wait to get back to live, in-person events this year. But, although excitement is building, it’s important to remember that coronavirus anxiety is real. Some people may be worried about the health and safety aspect of attending an event – especially for large gatherings like festivals – while others may be concerned […].

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Has Virtual Event Data Raised the Bar for Proving In-Person Event Return on Investment?

EventMB

Prior to the pandemic, the folding of events into marketing departments added pressure to prove event success with the hard data that marketing teams were accustomed to seeing. The recent explosion in virtual events will undoubtedly amplify this trend. When it comes to the buzz around virtual events, most of the focus has been on […]. The post Has Virtual Event Data Raised the Bar for Proving In-Person Event Return on Investment?

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Hybrid Event Technology to Put You a Step Ahead

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As restrictions on in-person events are being lifted in certain communities, live events are becoming a possibility again — but not everyone will be ready to return to in-person gatherings just yet. Accommodating both the eager-to-socialize and the more cautious attendees can be key to leveling up your event creation game. Hybrid events, which can […].

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How to Get Speakers, Exhibitors, and Attendees to Promote Your Event With Video

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

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A novel way to assess consensus

Conferences that Work

Chapter 44 of my book The Power of Participation explains how facilitators use participatory voting to provide public information about viewpoints in the room, and pave the way for further discussion. In particular, we often use participatory voting to assess consensus. It’s often unclear whether a group has formed a consensus around a specific viewpoint or proposed action.

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How to Plan an Outdoor Event in 10 Steps

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Virtual Experience Makers: Helping You Find Creative Ideas For Your Events

GEVME

Due to COVID-19, event organisers have been pushed to look beyond the traditional and find ways to make virtual experiences engaging. To help them navigate this new normal, GEVME came up with a new series called Virtual Experience Makers , featuring creative personalities and organisers that are experimenting with unique ideas to create virtual experiences that are engaging, entertaining and stand out.

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The pandemic has changed events. And it’s not all bad.

Eventbrite UK

By Joel Crouch, Eventbrite VP of Global Revenue At last, it seems that the return of live events is gaining momentum. The end of the COVID-19 crisis seems in sight. Is it too early to look at the bright side of a pandemic that has hit the events industry in the chest so hard it’s […]. The post The pandemic has changed events. And it’s not all bad. appeared first on Eventbrite UK.

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Download Now: 2022 Virtual + Hybrid Event Platform RFP Template - Enterprise Edition

Download 200+ new RFP questions for hybrid and virtual event technology success. After 10,000 downloads, the SpotMe Virtual + Hybrid Event Platform RFP Template is the ultimate procurement tool for event technology. This template is ideal for companies looking for a vendor to fulfill their specific virtual + hybrid event platform needs and requirements!

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What Role Will Event Apps Play in Keeping Events Safe?

EventMB

Mobile technology is sure to play a critical role in our much-desired return to in-person events, yet event apps are currently not top of mind. Will they be used to help ensure a covid-safe environment? If so, can planners force all attendees to use them? If we can prove that forced adoption can help keep […]. The post What Role Will Event Apps Play in Keeping Events Safe?

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Event Attendees Are Cashing In on Crypto-Related Events

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Cryptocurrencies seem to be having one of their biggest moments so far. Coinbase became the first major cryptocurrency company to make its stock market debut this week, valued at more than $85 billion. And as the price of Bitcoin continues to hit all-time-highs, those eager to get in on the action are turning to events […].

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On our different responses to adversity

Conferences that Work

We all have different responses to adversity, and none of them are “wrong” I write this post a year into the COVID-19 pandemic, sparked by the personal experience of an old friend, psychotherapist and author Nancy Leach. She shared the following: This was the journey. I thought I had successfully managed my emotional wellbeing through almost a year and a half separation from my daughter and grandson, who live in California.

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The Complete Guide to Event Planner Logos: Ideas, Tips, Examples

Social Tables

Want to make your event planning company stand out? Event planner logos are a great way to do exactly that. Whether you’re part of a team or flying solo, just getting started or an industry veteran, great marketing begins with a proper logo. But it goes well beyond simply hiring someone to design an eye-catching logo for you. That’s where this guide comes in.

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Dominate Your Local Market With These 4 Reputation Management Strategies

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.

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10 Tips That Will help You Host A Successful Digital Event in 2021

GEVME

We exist in an age where it is now officially a task to keep people hooked onto their devices when hosting digital events 2021. People spend most of their day watching one device or another because there is something there that has attention. This keeps them hooked onto their device for hours on end. When there is a launch of a long-awaited TV series on Netflix, there will be so many people who will binge-watch an entire season in one go.

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How to Build a Top-Performing Remote Team

Best Corporate Events

What if you could recruit a high-performing team of professionals to improve your business and boost your daily operations? Even better, what if you could do so without having to increase your rent costs, hiring a recruiter, or investing in benefits packages and other incentives? The fact is, you can hire an expert remote team to ensure business success, and it’s simpler than you might expect.

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Is the Event Industry Facing a Brain Drain?

EventMB

The lack of support for event planners over the past 13 months has left many in the lurch over Covid, forcing planners to retool, reskill, and in some cases, restart in other careers. What will this mean for the industry as events begin to resume? The event industry has had a tough go of it […]. The post Is the Event Industry Facing a Brain Drain?

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Simplify Virtual Experiences With Eventbrite’s Faster Zoom Integration

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In 2020, event creators like you hosted more than one million online events on Eventbrite. When we surveyed a subset of those creators in March 2021, the vast majority (94%) said they opt to use Zoom for their virtual experiences on Eventbrite. To make it even easier to connect Eventbrite and Zoom, we’re rolling out a […].

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5 Things Businesses Need to Know to Thrive in a Post-COVID World

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!

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The Grand Reopening Event Planning Checklist You Need to Bookmark

Eventbrite UK

While most creators have a trusty event planning checklist that they consult in normal times, organising a post-lockdown event comes with a whole host of different factors to consider. Whether it’s ordering PPE supplies for staff or ensuring that social distancing measures are being adhered to, you’ll want to make sure that your event complies […].

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How to Write an Event Planning Mission Statement: The Ultimate Guide

Social Tables

Skip to content Menu Solutions Interactive Floor Plans Collaborative event sales software that increases qualified leads and drives direct revenue. Event Diagramming Collaborative event management software that saves time, boosts revenue and drives loyalty. NEW Sales & Catering CRM Seamlessly manage and optimize group sales performance across your entire portfolio.

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How To Plan A Digital Event

GEVME

We have already entered the digital world and are continually exploring what is new. It is exciting to think about the era that we are in right now. By harnessing all these powerful tools such as social media, digital marketing, online events, artificial intelligence, UI, the Internet of things, we can create experiences that will bewilder the audience every single time.