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6 Powerful Ways to Make Event Promotion Easy for Speakers

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As an event professional, it can be all too easy to get lost in the details. Logistics, ticket sales, and tight timelines can fill up your list of priorities…fast. But it’s important to remember that your speakers can be your greatest asset when it comes to the overall success of your event. Speakers are usually happy to promote an event. But if they have to work too hard to help spread the word, your event could fall to the bottom of their to-do list.

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Confession of a Blogger: Writing for Myself

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I have a confession to make. Though I’ve written over a thousand blog posts for this website , to be honest, I’m often writing for myself. Writing for oneself is as old as writing itself. Writers have always written privately. Famous writers like Franz Kafka , Zora Neale Hurston , Edgar Allan Poe , and Emily Dickinson. And countless amateurs like me, writing private journals not for publication.

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4 Ways to Bring the Surprise Travel Trend to Meetings

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Skift Take: The trend for mystery trips is on the rise — but your destination doesn’t have to be a secret to be a surprise. We reveal how event planners can inject the unexpected into their next off-site meeting by seeking out classic activities with a dash of quirkiness, creativity, and place.

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California Drops the Hammer on Hidden Fees

MeetingsNet

7 things meeting professionals need to know about the Golden State’s new “Honest Pricing Law” that goes into effect on July 1. While Congress works on passing the Junk Fee Prevention Act for the whole country, California isn’t waiting around. The Golden State’s “Honest Pricing Law” or “Hidden Fees Statute,” SB 478, goes into effect July 1, making it illegal for businesses to advertise or list a price for goods or services that doesn’t include all mandatory fees or charges.

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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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Ally and Joey’s Modern Minimalist Wedding with Classic Elegance at The Quay

EventSource

The crisp breeze of early spring carried with it a sense of anticipation and joy as Ally and Joey celebrated their union at The Quay. The venue provided the perfect backdrop for their love-filled wedding with its picturesque waterfront setting and modern architectural charm. Guided by the expert hands of Duet Events , every detail of their special day was meticulously curated to blend contemporary style with timeless elegance.

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Are Celebrity Speakers Worth It?

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Skift Take: Jason Sudeikis, the creator of Ted Lasso, was a no-show at a recent convention he was to speak at. Business events professionals are asking if celebrity speakers are even worth it.

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Transform Your Catering Business with Influencer Marketing

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Word-of-mouth has evolved into a powerful online phenomenon in today’s digital world. Collaborating with food influencers can be a game-changer for caterers looking to expand their reach and credibility.

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2024 Fab 50: Inside Trinity Displays

Event Marketer

FLIPPING IDEAS INTO REALITY Our Trinity team is a collaborative force of creative thinkers, project managers, friendly account representatives, and skilled craftspeople. We proudly offer a diverse range of solutions, from readily available portable displays to custom fabrication and large-format printing, ensuring we can meet your unique needs. “The Trinity team handled the Eggo House with grace every step of the way and delivered a beautiful experience.” -Momentum Worldwide To trans

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Nicole and Parker’s Effervescent Elora Mill Wedding

EventSource

Nicole and Parker’s wedding at the Elora Mill Hotel & Spa was a breathtaking celebration that perfectly captured their love and joy. Towering above the thundering falls of the Grand River and Elora Gorge, the mill’s rustic yet classy atmosphere provided the ideal backdrop for their special day. The couple chose this location for its unique blend of old-world charm and modern amenities, ensuring a comfortable and memorable experience for all their guests.

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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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Sphere Hosts its First Corporate Keynote

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Skift Take: Sphere in Las Vegas hosted Hewlett Packard Enterprise’s Discover 2024, which gave attendees a glimpse into the future of keynote events.

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Rubbish Acts: 5.5 million cigarette butts will be littered at UK festivals this summer

Event Industry News

Keep Britain Tidy has revealed that an estimated 5.5 million cigarette butts are expected to be littered during this summer’s 30 biggest festivals. While cigarette litter is an ever present problem, the issue is exacerbated at festivals due to increased smoking rates – smokers in the UK, on average will smoke 8.

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FX Activates a ‘Courtside Club’ Exhibit to Highlight One of the Biggest Scandals in Sports

Event Marketer

Experiential venue SRGN Studios was the setting for the Courtside Club experience. When you’re resurrecting one of the biggest scandals in sports history, it’s a “go big or go home” kind of moment. And that was FX’s approach when it unveiled a “Courtside Club” fan exhibit to bring to life the real events behind its limited series “Clipped” about disgraced NBA coach Donald Sterling.

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CMP Spotlight: Get to Know Beth Surmont, CMP Fellow

Smart Meetings

Beth Surmont, today a proud CMP Fellow, says that during the very first Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) Women in Engineering International Leadership Conference, she witnessed the monumental impact events can have firsthand. “A young woman stood up and tearfully shared her story. She was an engineering student who was ready to quit college, but after attending our event she was inspired and planned to continue on.

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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 You Can Win From This Year’s Skift Meetings Awards

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Skift Take: As we prepare to close the submission window for 2024 Skift Meetings Awards, we take a look at the incredible prize package you could be taking home - and trust us, it’s worth the entry cost.

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Event Cadence – The Event Platform Made for Your Organization

Event Industry News

In the fast-paced world of event planning, having a reliable and efficient platform can make all the difference. With its innovative feature suite and dedicated team of professionals who ensure every detail is covered, Event Cadence is here to help your organization succeed.

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2024 Fab 50: Inside Bridgewater Studio

Event Marketer

Strategy. Design. Production. All under one roof. The most successful experiences don’t win by accident, they win at every stage of the project life cycle. That’s why we own them all. We’re a fully-integrated, end-to-end partner helping brands, corporate clients, and cultural institutions around the world deliver memorable moments infused with story and purpose.

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Bespoke Hotels announces transformative rebranding

Prestige Events Magazine

The UK’s largest independent hotel group has announced its transformative rebranding – reflecting its dedication to exceeding guest expectations and delivering exceptional experiences across its growing portfolio of hotels. Bespoke Hotels , a collection of over 70 independent hotels across the length of the British Isles, has announced a comprehensive rebranding that features a refreshed website, new brochures, and a more prominent identity.

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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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San Antonio Is Big on Events, and There’s Plenty More To Come

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Skift Take: This Texas city's rich history and culture surprises many attendees. New hotels, an Alamo visitor center, and more are all being developed with groups in mind.

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American Express invites music fans to step into an unexpected festival world at American Express Presents BST Hyde Park

Event Industry News

American Express has been delivering unforgettable experiences at music festivals across the globe for nearly a decade and will return to American Express presents BST Hyde Park, London’s celebrated festival, for a third year, offering a range of on-site activations and benefits for both Cardmembers and festival goers attending the event.

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2024 It List: Mosaic Case Study

Event Marketer

CAMPAIGN: ESPN Bet Tip Off CLIENT: ESPN Bet AGENCY: Mosaic North America ESPN Bet Launches Big in North Carolina The Challenge With gambling being legalized in North Carolina, ESPN Bet wanted to make a splash, announce their presence and launch the app in a way befitting the Worldwide Leader in Sports. The Hard Part? We needed to do it in 4 weeks. The Solution We created the ESPN Bet Tip Off event.

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7 A.I. Tips and Techniques for Novices

MeetingsNet

Increasingly, business-event professionals are using artificial-intelligence tools to aid their marketing, brainstorming, data analysis, and more. Here are tips gleaned from a new webinar on how A.I. can help planners throughout the meeting cycle. Hundreds of meeting professionals interested in the efficiencies and impact that A.I. can have on the planning process tuned into a June 26 MeetingsNet webinar called Creating Events with A.I.

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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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AI-Powered Venue Booking Is Here

EventMB

Skift Take: AI-powered startup Nowadays features a virtual assistant that can communicate, negotiate and book event venues, all via email.

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Don’t get stuck in the mud this festival season call Eco Track & Access

Event Industry News

Safe, cost effective and eco-friendly trackway (& marquee flooring) for vehicles and pedestrians For hire or sale at bargain prices! Don’t miss this one-off opportunity to ‘mud proof’ your event with one of Eco Track & Access Ltd’s award-winning access systems – now available for hire or sale – at our best ever prices!

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2024 Fab 50: Inside Strong Events

Event Marketer

THE POWER OF THREE CUSTOM CRAFT + CONSCIOUSLY CONSERVE + CUT COSTS Ever heard of the rule of three? The cornerstone of marketing best practices -one must never expect to get anything fast AND cheap AND good. What about the POWER of three, though? Something bespoke, crafted uniquely for your needs while also being mindful of budget and the planet? Too good to be true?

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Live Nation under fire: what does this mean for event organizers?

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The US Department of Justice has filed an antitrust lawsuit against Live Nation Entertainment, the company behind Ticketmaster. This case accuses Live Nation of abusing their dominant position in the ticketing market.

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B2B Events in 2023 - What You Need to Know

Get ahead of the curve and stay informed with Zuddl's industry report on the future of B2B events in 2023. Stay up-to-date on the latest trends and insights from leading experts in the field. Make informed decisions and stay ahead of the competition.

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Creating Genuine Human Connections

EventMB

Skift Take: Robyn Duda, co-founder and CEO of RacquetX, discusses creating connections, promoting diversity, and launching a unique sporting event.

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AEV welcomes Coventry University into academic associate membership

Event Industry News

The Association of Event Venues (AEV) has welcomed Coventry University as its newest academic associate member. Launched in 2022, the AEV academic associate membership offers education establishments with event management courses a link between venue members and students.

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2024 Fab 50: Inside Pinnacle

Event Marketer

CREATE THE EXPERIENCE STRATEGY | CREATIVE | BUILD | DIGITAL | ANALYTICS CONTACT INFO: EMFAB50@PINNACLE-EXP.COM 503.844.4848 PINNACLE-EXP.COM The post 2024 Fab 50: Inside Pinnacle appeared first on Event Marketer.

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