Velvet Chainsaw
FEBRUARY 25, 2020
If you, as a conference organizer or meeting owner, think selling sponsorships at your event is just about those four to five days when thousands gather face-to-face, think again. You are worth so much more than that. It’s time to stop devaluing your events, said Kim Skildum-Reid, owner of Power Sponsorship , a firm that specializes in advising corporations and sponsor seekers about effective sponsorship, at a recent workshop.
Oveit
FEBRUARY 27, 2020
Events tend to have a positive impact on the local economy and community. Smaller businesses might generate large proportions of their annual income […]. The post 5 Tips to reduce and recycle waste at your event appeared first on Oveit.com.
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Attendease
FEBRUARY 26, 2020
Providing an experience for donors and funding for nonprofits, fundraising events have benefits for all. However, just because they’re tried-and-true, that doesn’t mean the event fundraising process can’t be improved. Nonprofits are always looking for ways to increase incoming donations, whether that’s by improving event attendance or bringing in more gifts through each event.
InitLive
FEBRUARY 24, 2020
Students make up a large portion of the volunteer workforce, making them a vital resource to college events, nonprofits, and festivals. Retaining student volunteers year over year as they graduate is a top priority for the organizations that rely on them. A critical factor in retaining any workforce is good management; that's why we have put together five tips for managing college student volunteers. 1 – Show Gratitude.
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
FEBRUARY 24, 2020
Many businesses thrive when it comes to events and conferences, whether it be attending them or hosting one themselves. For the latter, however, you need to market your event or conference and then also have high attendee engagement. Are you wondering how to get people through the door for your next conference? Find out by reading the following guide.
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FEBRUARY 28, 2020
As February, the month Carter G. Woodson established as Black History Month in 1926, comes to a close, we have been reflecting on how we can continue to honor and recognize black history makers throughout the year. These are just a few of the countless black creators bringing communities together through unique live experiences. We’re […].
Conferences that Work
FEBRUARY 24, 2020
What’s your most important life lesson that you wish you learned ten years earlier? Julie Zhou , VP of Product Design at Facebook, asked this question on Twitter last month. What’s your most important life lesson that you wish you learned ten years earlier? — Julie Zhuo (@joulee) January 7, 2020. Amongst the several hundred responses, one by Amanda Goetz , VP of Marketing at The Knot and Wedding Wire, struck me. “Better understand your inner child issues so that your subconscious becomes
EventMB
FEBRUARY 25, 2020
Virtual events have become more popular in recent years due to improving tech as well as their cost-effectiveness and environmental merit. Now, with the coronavirus prompting event cancellations and travel bans worldwide, virtual events have never been more timely. Last year, the trend towards event sustainability put the events industry under scrutiny, with many […].
EventSource
FEBRUARY 27, 2020
Gone are the days when your guests could expect to take home a bag of Jordan almonds from your wedding. Nowadays, wedding favours are another chance for you to let your personality shine in the form of a gift that your guests will actually enjoy! Here are some ideas to inspire you: 1. Shot Glasses : Engrave them with your wedding date or wedding hashtag and have guests use them at the reception. 2.
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.
Eventbrite UK
FEBRUARY 27, 2020
So you’ve been asked to be an event moderator. First time? You’re probably wondering what you’ve agreed to. In short, you’re the master of ceremonies. It’s your job to introduce speakers, keep the conversation flowing in a group discussion, and make sure the audience gets the most out of the event. If you want your […].
SmartMeetings
FEBRUARY 28, 2020
All eyes are on the spreading COVID-19, or new coronvirus, and planners have an especially important task in managing the challenges that arise from the global health crisis. From protecting attendees with best practices—like a handshake-free conference—to calling the shots on holding or cancelling events (yes, even the Olympic Games), planners are proactively addressing the outbreak.
EventMB
FEBRUARY 26, 2020
A new generation of event-goers is hungry for events that are meaningful, memorable, and shareable. They want events to deliver the collaboration and face-to-face connection they can’t get online, and they want it in a personalized package. The answer? Download this report to discover the trends shaping event experiences in 2020. A number of […].
EventSource
FEBRUARY 28, 2020
2020 is the start of a new decade, and we are celebrating the new era with some dazzling and eye-catching floral trends. From monochromatic palettes to dyed blooms, take a peak inside the minds of Toronto’s top florists to learn what floral trends are hot for the upcoming wedding season! Trust us, you’re going to want to jot some of these ideas down.
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Endless Events
FEBRUARY 27, 2020
Why is it important to design events with empathy? Actually, let’s not start there. Why is empathy important in general? And why should we, as event profs, pay any mind to it? Well, simply put, because we’re humans. Because we’re putting together experiences for people, and we want them to have an amazing experience. And this seems like something automatic, something we don’t have to think about because we just make it happen by default.
Event Industry News
FEBRUARY 27, 2020
It is general practice currently for visitors to make their way to the registration desks at trade shows, exhibitions or corporate events where they identify themselves with a name, number, bar-code or 2D code from which their details are located on the registration system. They are then issued with an ID Card and Lanyard with a barcode that is scanned by event staff as they proceed into the event.
Eventbrite UK
FEBRUARY 26, 2020
Not many event creators think about the entire buyer’s journey, but knowing what your attendees feel and do throughout is essential to turning potential fans into loyal ones. The post 7 Ways to Get Into the Heads of Your Event Attendees appeared first on Eventbrite UK.
EventSource
FEBRUARY 24, 2020
We’ve all heard the saying ‘pics or it didn’t happen’ right? Well, when it comes to your wedding, it’s kind of true… hiring your wedding photographer is not only a large expense, but it is also an incredibly important decision. When it comes to picking your wedding photographer, you want to make sure you choose someone who is talented, but also that you get along with.
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Endless Events
FEBRUARY 28, 2020
?? The Best of the Best: Negotiating Prices: How to Win at Negotiating AV Prices for Events. Questions Questions Questions: The Best Questions to Ask Your AV Company For An Amazing Event. AV Labor: How A Long Event Day Can Turn Into An Expensive Bill. ? Believe it or not, we actually made an entire webinar all about how to negotiate AV prices. Check it out!
Special Events
FEBRUARY 24, 2020
This social media expert discusses the fine line between being authentic and over-sharing for event professionals.
Skift
FEBRUARY 26, 2020
The Puerto Rico Convention Center is shown here. Meetings and events sector leads are on the rise with new event efforts under way. Discover Puerto Rico Skift Take: Puerto Rico is positioning itself as a global events destination, despite January’s seismic activity. With a new marketing campaign and multiple initiatives aimed at attracting planners and attendees, the island’s efforts are starting to pay off. — Lauren Ward Read the Complete Story On Skift.
Eventsforce
FEBRUARY 25, 2020
Event apps are no longer an option for many events today. Tech-savvy delegates expect them. Sponsors, partners and exhibitors dive into the granular data they get from them. In fact, according to a recent research study from Eventsforce, a staggering 81% of planners cited driving attendee engagement as their number one reason for using event apps. When integrated seamlessly with your events, event apps can help you deliver a personalised experience at scale.
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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
Endless Events
FEBRUARY 28, 2020
Imagine a world where you could spend an unlimited amount of money in whatever store you walked in or event you planned. Yes, that means purchasing $200 eyeglasses when you have 20:20 vision or spending the extra $50 just to have your logo printed on the face of each M&M. Unfortunately, many of us are not quite there yet. Most budgets limit plans resulting in a compromise of plans.
EventMB
FEBRUARY 24, 2020
With Mobile World Congress officially cancelled as of February 12th, a new event, Tech Spirit Barcelona, has risen in its wake. Here's how Barcelona’s tech community mobilized to deliver the event in a matter of days. The beginning of 2020 has proven to be rocky for the events industry following the outbreak of the […]. The post Resilient Barcelona Looks to Put Mobile World Congress Blow Behind It as Host to Tech Spirit Barcelona by EventMB Studio Team appeared first on [link].
Event Industry News
FEBRUARY 27, 2020
Edinburgh-based virtual summit platform HeySummit has announced that it’s offering free accounts for in-person conferences, summits, and events that are being affected by the coronavirus outbreak. “We’ve been getting queries from event organisers all around the world who are worried that they’ll have to cancel their physical conference because of concerns about Corona,” CEO Robert Gelb has said, “It’s a terrible situation where something that’s taken months or years of preparation can suddenly b
Special Events
FEBRUARY 26, 2020
This top event professional shares his toolbox to get distracted event guests engaged.
Speaker: Jennifer Hodroge, Omni-Channel Strategic Leader, Forrester CX Certified
Marketers know that personalization is the key to engagement—but with limited budgets and time, how do you prioritize what, where, and how to personalize? Aligning your content, campaigns, and buyer experiences requires a deep understanding of customer needs. In this new webinar with expert Jennifer Hodroge, we’ll explore how to leverage insights and customer journey mapping to build personalization strategies that deliver real impact.
Hubilo Blog
FEBRUARY 25, 2020
Why have a keynote speaker at your event? The sole idea of organizing any business event or a conference is to engage with your audience and build a strong brand by providing value by the means of sharing knowledge, insights or present compelling stories. This where you need keynote speakers at your event or conference. It is imperative to have the best in the business to share this knowledge, insights or experiences that your audience would care about and captivate their attention and interest.
Glisser
FEBRUARY 25, 2020
Awareness: Be mindful of the current and evolving crisis. Preparation: Review contracts, insurance, and communications. Action: Have a plan to ensure the safety of attendees, staff, and the success of the event. On Monday, the virus known as COVID-19 took the world spotlight again with reports of increased infection in major world economies including Italy and South Korea.
Event Industry News
FEBRUARY 26, 2020
Not for Profit organisation A Greener Festival have announced the shortlists for the 2nd International AGF Awards which shines a light on the leading festivals striving to reduce waste and emissions, and enhance equality and ecosystems. Awards are given across 10 important sustainability categories, including the top accolade of the International Greener Festival Award 2020.
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