Velvet Chainsaw

FEBRUARY 6, 2018

One of society’s greatest paradoxes is that we have more connections today than we did in the past but there is less community and conversation. As a conference organizer, you can seed your annual meeting with experiences that nurture authentic conversations, deep connections and community. You don’t have to sacrifice honest talk for today’s casual chat through digital communications or to sidestep sensitive polarizing topics.

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Quickmobile

FEBRUARY 7, 2018

Name badges are an essential part of conferences, larger meetings—and sometimes even smaller meetings. Corporate events and conferences benefits especially from name badges because they’re a good way to break the ice between attendees. Typically they’ll have some basic vital information—name tag essentials include the attendee’s name and the company where they’re employed.

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EventMB

FEBRUARY 5, 2018

Whether you are a school leaver, keen to enter the crazy and exciting world of event and meeting planning, switching from a different career path or looking for education and qualifications to increase your job prospects for promotions and advancement it can be overwhelming assessing all of the options. Many people are interested in a […]. The post The 2018 Event Planning Training Guide: What you need to know about Courses, Certificates, Certifications and Degrees by Patti J.

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Endless Events

FEBRUARY 7, 2018

It’s important to start your event off on the right foot. You want your attendees to be excited and impressed from the very first moment they arrive. With these grand entrance ideas you will do just that. Your attendees first impression will set the tone for the rest of the event. With these grand entrances ideas, you can make that impression a great one and start your event off on the right foot!

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Velvet Chainsaw

FEBRUARY 5, 2018

Frequently, when we think about next markets, we mention Next-Gen, Millennials or Gen-Z audiences. We immediately jump to the generations following or before ours. Or those that will have the largest working and buying power. One of the growing markets that is often overlooked is the Perennial Market—people of all ages, sometimes over 50 and sometimes in their 30s.

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EventMB

FEBRUARY 9, 2018

The entrance isn’t important, it’s about what happens at the event that matters right? Wrong. Your event entrance is the first opportunity to make an impact and sets the tone for what is ahead. It can create wow-factor from the very beginning and even enhance attendee opinion on what is inside. Entrances offer a chance […]. The post 19 Event Entrance Ideas To Make A Great First Impression by EventMB Team appeared first on [link].

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Eventbrite UK

FEBRUARY 7, 2018

Find out how facial recognition technology is being used to streamline registration and provide an extra personalised experience for event attendees. The post How Your Face Will Become Your Ticket to Event Success appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.

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Velvet Chainsaw

FEBRUARY 9, 2018

Belonging precedes believing. It’s true for our association members. It’s true for our organization’s leaders. The ways we include or exclude others influences their thoughts and actions. It’s more than what we say or write. It’s how we invite others to join and belong, how we greet them, how we appreciate them, how we accept them. Belonging is vital because belonging precedes believing which precedes people behaving together.

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Endless Events

FEBRUARY 9, 2018

2018 event marketing trends point to video becoming this year’s content marketing juggernaut. With everyone rushing to upload their own talking heads and animated content, is there still a place where you can share your video content and get it seen in this saturated market? It turns out there is one hidden gem, but I’m not spoiling it here.

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EventMB

FEBRUARY 8, 2018

This is a sponsored post written by Grace Cheung, Marketing Coordinator at QuickMobile. More information about Event Manager Blog’s sponsored posts. Gamification is big. And it’s not only in the events industry—gamification has a major presence in any field where motivation and engagement is a factor of success. It’s about more than just playing games.

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BizBash

FEBRUARY 7, 2018

Think beyond the red roses and heart-shaped chocolates. Valentine's Day is an opportunity for event producers, designers, and caterers to.

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Eventbrite UK

FEBRUARY 5, 2018

The images and videos people share of your event are a rich source of free marketing material, but are there regulations around using UGC? Find out here. The post What is Best Practice for Crowd-Sourced Content? appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.

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Converve

FEBRUARY 9, 2018

An event manager has a lot of strings to their bow. This is what makes the job one of the most popular, diverse jobs going, but it is also makes it very challenging. What does a typical working day in the life of an event manager actually look like? We’re going to follow Julia, an event manager at a large firm, through her day! She has the annual customer event on the doorstep and is already whirling around!

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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

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EventMB

FEBRUARY 6, 2018

Join us for this free webinar to find new ideas and impress attendees, regardless of the type of events you plan. So many attendees have that “been there, done that” attitude these days. It’s difficult to show them something they haven’t seen. That’s why we’ve scoured the ends of the earth to come up with ten innovative ideas […]. The post 10 Ideas That Will Change Your Event [Webinar] by EventMB Team appeared first on [link].

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Event Industry News

FEBRUARY 6, 2018

There will be fundamental changes in the next five year affecting many aspects of the events sector – from the technology that will be used to the clients themselves. The changes will create new opportunities, unexpected challenges, and pressure to stay ahead of the game by spotting what’s next. Here are 10 developments that will come more to the fore in 2018 and could be major industry trends over the next five years: The post Guest Blog: The next five years – 10 ways business meetings an

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Eventbrite UK

FEBRUARY 6, 2018

You’ve grown your local fan-base beyond your expectations. Now is definitely a good time to expand your event — so how do you decide where to go next? The post How to Identify Your Event’s Next City appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.

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SmartMeetings

FEBRUARY 9, 2018

Beach resorts are the perfect business getaway that doesn’t sacrifice any pleasure. After being indoors, it’s refreshing to head out for a reception and catch a breath of fresh, salty air. Take a stroll along the beach before heading back to your room, where you have a lavish view of the twinkling ocean. It’s idyllic for you, speakers and attendees.

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EventMB

FEBRUARY 7, 2018

If you plan corporate events this is the only PDF you need in 2018 to make your event successful. Research, trends and technology tips to capture the attention of distracted attendees. ##abovethefold## Our mantra for 2018 is that corporate event planners are facing a tough 2018. This is confirmed by the recent research we carried […]. The post The Corporate Event Planning Playbook [Free PDF] by Julius Solaris appeared first on [link].

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Endless Events

FEBRUARY 6, 2018

We have two SPECIAL panelists for this week! In this #EventIcons episode, we have Jesse Snipper & Wayne Crawford from Core-apps. If you don’t know about Core-apps then join with us. In this show, Jesse and Wayne will tell you all about Core-apps, what they are doing, what technology they have for turning a show floor into a museum and many more!

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Brown Paper Tickets

FEBRUARY 6, 2018

A cost-effective food and beverage event takes hard work, attention to detail and careful planning, but it can be done. Here are 20 ways to save money and trim the fat without compromising quality: 1. Act extra nice when negotiating costs and dealing with service providers. If you’re polite and reasonable when asking for a better deal, chances are you’ll get it. 2.

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BizBash

FEBRUARY 8, 2018

Get inspired with the latest ideas in catering, teambuilding, and more in and around Orlando and Central Florida.

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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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Oveit

FEBRUARY 6, 2018

For the past years we’ve worked with some of the best minds in mobile app development: our partners at mReady. Given the rise in mobile apps usage at conferences, we’ve asked them for some tips. In this interview you’ll find out how and when should event planners use conference apps. 1. How and why did you start building Meet? Six years ago, when mobile apps were just on the rise and we were just beginning our journey as mReady, we thought would be a good idea to build an app f

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Canadian Special Events

FEBRUARY 9, 2018

Danny Kramer. Based in Winnipeg, The Danny Kramer Dance Band is racking up the accolades. Last January they were named a finalist for Entertainer of the Year in the Canadian Event Industry Awards (Nationals), were awarded Best Entertainment Act for Manitoba/Saskatchewan by the prestigious Canadian Wedding Industry Awards and just this month was named 2017 Entertainer of The Year (Prairies) in the Canadian Regional Event Awards.

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SmartMeetings

FEBRUARY 9, 2018

Photo of Cameron Hughes. When professional crowd igniter Cameron Hughes danced his way into a room full of event professionals on a Wednesday night at the Commonwealth Club in San Francisco, he had one job—to teach people the power of cheering for themselves and others. His message at NYC & Company and SF Travel “East Meets West” Education Day was based on the importance of connecting.

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MeetingPool

FEBRUARY 8, 2018

As an event professional, you’ve likely coordinated a conference, meeting, or tradeshow that took place in either a remote location or one where mobile and WiFi services were lacking. Often, this means resorting to “old school” technology, like walkie-talkies, to keep activities flowing and ensure critical personnel are able to speak with one another while […].

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BizBash

FEBRUARY 7, 2018

Get inspired with the latest ideas in gifts, activities, and more in and around Los Angeles.

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Eventbrite UK

FEBRUARY 8, 2018

When an event goes wrong, the power of social media can become all too real for event organisers. Here are our top tips to avoid a social media backlash. The post Infographic: How to Avoid Social Media Backlash appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.

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SmartMeetings

FEBRUARY 9, 2018

The 2018 Winter Edition of Meeting Professionals International (MPI) has been released. Focusing on industry trends and predictions , MPI’s report concentrates on findings related to personalization of events through technology and data consumption, as well as the increasing importance of face-to-face meetings. The report also details the change in priorities for event planners, the general outlook for the upcoming year and projected budgets.

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