Attendease
JUNE 28, 2023
Event management software pricing has become more complicated over the years as the industry has evolved. Event management software has revolutionized the way events are planned, organized, and executed. When the Covid-19 pandemic forced the world into lockdowns, many event professionals pivoted to virtual events. The upside is that this led to a plethora of product innovation and disruption.
IMG
JUNE 28, 2023
Happy 9th company anniversary to us! We’re so grateful for all of our clients, partners, co-workers, friends, family, and community who have contributed over the years. Thanks for cheering us on and helping us create this amazing journey together. We’re celebrating nine years of hunting the best venues for our clients, procuring the best talent, and partnering with the most exclusive vendors and suppliers.
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Eventmobi
JUNE 26, 2023
Member engagement is the #1 way to make sure your members recognize the value they get from your association. The best association member engagement strategies guide them to participate in the right programs and leave them feeling valued—which makes them significantly more likely to renew! Here are 24 association member engagement strategies to explore for your organization, plus 6 tips for how to increase member engagement.
Conferences that Work
JUNE 26, 2023
A June 2023 conference gave me a perfect opportunity to use one of my facilitation tools: Reminders, Sparks, Questions, Puzzles (RSQP). RSQP can be thought of as a highly interactive debrief after an information dump. It’s an efficient way to get participants to rapidly engage with and explore presented content in a personally meaningful way.
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EventMB
JUNE 28, 2023
Skift Take: Visit Milwaukee's new campaign adds a layer of NFT-powered digital art collectibles to a Pokemon Go-style scavenger hunt game, all in the name of driving interest in local art and culture.
Event Pro Update brings together the best content for event, conference, and meeting planning professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Event Industry News
JUNE 27, 2023
The Scottish Event Campus (SEC) has further bolstered its commitment to sustainability by appointing Garima Singh as its new Sustainability Manager. The venue now employs two dedicated team members focused on driving the business’ sustainability ambitions including its commitment to Net Zero 2030.
EventSource
JUNE 27, 2023
Emilie and Jeremy’s summer wedding is a mesmerizing story that captures the essence of love, joy, and the stunning fall season. Every detail was carefully curated to create an alluring atmosphere in a sun-drenched venue adorned with awe-inspiring floral creations by Blush and Bloom. The skills of renowned photographer, Scarlet O’Neill , ensured every cherished moment was immortalized, preserving the pure magic shared between the couple for eternity.
EventMB
JUNE 29, 2023
Skift Take: Quiet rooms may be designed to support those with some form of neurodivergency, but they end up benefiting all because, let's face it, conventions can be overwhelming.
SpotMe Blog
JUNE 28, 2023
LAUSANNE, Switzerland, June 28, 2023 — SpotMe, the enterprise event platform and mobile event app that audiences love, is pleased to announce a new partnership and integration with Swoogo, a user-friendly event management platform that delivers outstanding registration, marketing, and event logistics, so you can focus on the most important part of every event: bringing people together.
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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.
MeetingsNet
JUNE 27, 2023
Be prepared for how deposits, billing, rebooking, concessions, and more are being handled by meeting properties today. This excerpt from “ What to Know About Event Sourcing: Part 1 ” is reprinted with permission from the Meetings & Incentives Worldwide blog. Hotel contracts have changed, and you can’t assume common pre-pandemic terms still apply.
EventSource
JUNE 29, 2023
Every summer, Toronto’s top caterers are tasked with putting a fresh spin on delicious dining experiences, innovative and inspiring local food trends along the way. From vibrant plant-based delights to refreshing fusion cuisine, our city’s culinary maestros are proving that summer 2023 is far from ordinary. Through sustainable practices, locally sourced ingredients, and unique global influences, Toronto’s catering industry is transforming the way we think about and enjoy our se
EventMB
JUNE 27, 2023
Skift Take: Why taking a privacy-first approach to using facial recognition for event check-in can keep event organizers safe from hefty GDPR fines.
SpotMe Blog
JUNE 30, 2023
You’ve invested months planning an event – securing speakers, creating an agenda, promoting to your audience. But now the big day is fast approaching and registrations are lagging. Panic starts to set in. All your hard work will be for nothing if event attendance is low. Fortunately, there are tried-and-true ways to increase event attendance and get more people through the doors (no matter if they’re physical or virtual).
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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
Event Industry News
JUNE 30, 2023
A total of 23 public-facing events across 14 Local Authorities in Scotland have received a share of £277,666 from EventScotland’s National Events Programme (Round 48), which will support events taking place from July to December 2023.
Smart Meetings
JUNE 26, 2023
A noise-free, colorful, engaging performance BBQ. Hot dogs. Fireworks. All are staples of the traditional American July 4th celebration as the U.S. collectively celebrates the freedom gained by our forefathers. While it is hard to re-invent classic 4th of July food, fireworks are a different story. While some could make the case that fireworks are essential for Fourth of July festivities, there are other factors to consider.
EventMB
JUNE 29, 2023
Skift Take: Recent data reveals that attendance levels are finally surpassing 2019 benchmarks. Now that events are back in full gear, what top event trends are emerging on the show floor?
SpotMe Blog
JUNE 29, 2023
Pharma marketing is complex. Stringent regulatory requirements, rapid medical advances, and ever-changing needs and expectations make building relationships with HCPs almost impossible. Have you considered adding digital-first events to your pharmaceutical marketing strategy? As one of the few remaining sources of first-party data, it’s easy to gather real-time insights and create fully personalized experiences to engage HCPs on their own terms.
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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!
QC Event School
JUNE 30, 2023
Photographer: Annandale Photography ( website / Instagram ). Meet QC Event School graduate, Carisa Lockery! Location: Cheshire, CT QC Courses you’ve taken: Event & Wedding Planning Your website: [link] Facebook: [link] Instagram: [link] Twitter: [link] YouTube: [link] Pinterest: [link] The Knot: [link] www.theknot.com/marketplace/pink-olive- events-cheshire-ct-234999 Wedding Wire: [link] Meet QC Event School graduate, Carisa Lockery!
Smart Meetings
JUNE 29, 2023
How to kick up the empathy and excitement-quotient at events Smart Meetings Extraordinary Texas Event at Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa in Austin brought leadership strategies, technology innovations, experiential gifting and fun F&B ideas from the award-winning magazine to life for three days and we are sharing the aha moments with you. Lead with Understanding: Coach and speaker Vera Jones shared the secrets for empathetic leadership.
EventMB
JUNE 28, 2023
Skift Take: Sports events are once again attracting massive numbers, but the right destination can be key to ensuring crowds cheer to a full stadium — and return home with all the best stories to share with fellow fans. Here are the seven must-haves for a winning sports event host city.
SpotMe Blog
JUNE 28, 2023
Hopin is sunsetting Boomset, the all-on-one event management for in-person and hybrid events. But don’t worry. We’ve compiled a list of the best 10 Boomset alternatives and competitors for event management. Each platform has its own positives, so you can find the one that fits your in-person or hybrid event needs. Discover which companies like Boomset could help you achieve your business goals and choose the best Boomset alternative for you and your team. #1 SpotMe Named a Leader in The Forrest
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.
Eventsforce
JUNE 29, 2023
In a world where unique sensory experiences are so very highly prized, event planners play a vital role in curating these unforgettable moments. As a profession, event planning has evolved significantly with the passing of time and recent years have seen the sector adapt to and incorporate changing trends and technology, all while responding to a major shift in the demands of those who consume these experiences.
Smart Meetings
JUNE 29, 2023
This week, flights across the United States were canceled or delayed for reasons reported as weather-related due to summer storms, computer-systems related and air traffic control staffing-related. Flightaware.com reported that more than 1,000 flights were canceled and another 2,000 delayed. Laura Pennino Smart Meetings spoke with 35-year industry veteran Janine Iannarelli, founder and president of Par Avion Ltd., an international aircraft brokerage firm in Houston, for an “insider” take on what
EventMB
JUNE 26, 2023
Skift Take: Some thought the Sheraton brand was dead after the Marriott merger. They were wrong. The brand has been transformed with meetings in mind.
Event Industry News
JUNE 26, 2023
The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, has urged partners across government, the events industry and regulators to work together to tackle challenges that risk safety at live events up and down the country. London’s Night Czar, Amy Lamé, will today chair a National Events Safety Roundtable following national concerns about crowd behaviour changes and safety.
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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.
Event Age by Swapcard
JUNE 29, 2023
We don’t have a crystal ball, but we have the next best thing, expo experts Marsha Flanagan from IAEE, and Elizabeth George from HIMSS. They joined us in a recent edition of Expo Experts Explain to talk all things content creation in the trade show world. Here are four key takeaways from that insightful conversation ?
Smart Meetings
JUNE 28, 2023
Forgotten suitcases and repurposing, reclaiming and recycling the unknown items Not only is Unclaimed Baggage one of Alabama’s main tourist attractions, it is a practical, logical and sustainable business dedicated to reclaiming, repurposing and recycling the items that have been abandoned by people as they exit their destination or home base airport without their luggage and do not take the steps to recover their belongings for more than 90 days.
EventMB
JUNE 30, 2023
Skift Take: Just as predicted by industry insiders, the meetings industry acquisitions spree continues. Fern joining forces with Nth Degree will result in a much larger company looking to compete with industry giants.
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