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From Clicks to Connections: The Event Attendee Journey Demystified

Attendease

Technology has transformed nearly every aspect of event planning and execution. From initial event discovery to post-event follow-ups, attendees expect seamless digital experiences that enhance their journey before, during, and after an event. Technology should facilitate meaningful connections in the digital age—not hinder them. While event planners adopt the latest tech tools, keeping the attendee experience at the heart of each touchpoint along the event journey is crucial.

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Fake women event speakers? We need to think bigger!

Conferences that Work

For heaven’s sake! Fake women event speakers? Fake articles by fake writers in Sports Illustrated? Meeting professionals: this is a golden opportunity! We need to think bigger! Yes, friends, it’s now obvious that what our industry needs is… fake events! Think about it for a moment. Fake speakers Creating fake women speakers is just one tiny step in the right direction.

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23 Fresh Event Engagement Ideas that Will Strengthen Your Community & Boost ROI

Eventmobi

The best events are ones that actively encourage attendee participation. You want your attendees buzzing—not snoozing—on the big day, so they can enjoy the results of your hard work! That’s why we’ve curated 23 unique event engagement ideas, including special strategies for: Pre-event and post-event engagement Annual conferences Virtual events Ready for some audience engagement examples to make your next event better than ever?

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Destination Brief: Poland Emerges as Event Industry Powerhouse

EventMB

Skift Take: With industrial buildings transformed into state-of-the-art venues, a growing reputation as the “Silicon Valley of Europe,” and a blossoming tourism industry, discover why Poland is becoming a first choice for event and meeting planners worldwide.

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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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The New Age of Strategic Meetings Management: A Seat at the Omnichannel Table

SpotMe Blog

Strategic meetings management is a concept that’s over 20 years old but has recently taken on a new form. As an event planner in today’s digital age, you have the opportunity to take on a much more strategic role within your organization. Gone are the days of simply executing logistical tasks and coordinating venues and catering. The meetings and events industry has evolved, and planners now have a seat at the omnichannel table, where data-driven insights and attendee experiences are top o

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Job opportunity: Events Executive

Event Industry News

Job outline Working with the Events Director and Events Manager, you will play a key role in planning and delivering The PIE’s suite of PIE Live conferences, The PIEoneer Awards and bespoke events, including receptions and roundtables. Key duties Key skills and experience Why work for The PIE? Salary £26-33K per year dependent on experience.

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Germany’s Exhibition Industry at a Crossroads: Transparency or Status Quo?

EventMB

Skift Take: Germany's exhibition industry might be on the brink of a transformative upheaval as it grapples with calls for transparency and potential regulatory disruption.

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Best of 2023: Sustainability

Smart Meetings

Articles, surveys and webinars, oh my! In 2023, Smart Meetings released a stream of multimedia resources for planners to learn about sustainability in the world of events. This year, sustainability was just as much about education and how-to’s as it was about why it’s important to be sustainable. We know sustainability is important. We know attendees want the events they take part in to make a positive impact, and that they don’t want to contribute to excess carbon emissions.

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Seven Strategies to Plan a Year of Events

TicketBud

As the current year winds down, event organizers are gearing up for the next round of exciting programs and gatherings. And they’re right to do so. The success of an event often hinges on meticulous preparation and foresight. Planning your events calendar a year in advance provides the framework for a seamless and successful series of gatherings. It also reinforces marketing and branding initiatives geared toward creating cohesive messaging and consistent experiences for your audiences.

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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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HBR Report: Company Meetings Critical for Supporting Remote Workforces

MeetingsNet

Based on survey results from corporate managers, a newly released report from Harvard Business Review Analytic Services makes the case for more in-person meetings among coworkers to strengthen an organization’s top line and bottom line. With so many employees working from home on a regular basis, the importance of holding employee meetings has become increasingly apparent to corporate managers, according to a recent survey and analysis conducted by Harvard Business Review Analytic Services title

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The Drive to Innovate Live Marketing

EventMB

Skift Take: Delve into the visionary mind of Colja Dams, CEO of VOK DAMS, as he unpacks the transformative intersection of technological innovation, sustainability, and the enduring magic of live events destined to thrive in a post-pandemic world hungry for authentic connections.

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Smart Moves in Denver, Laguna Beach and More

Smart Meetings

Marsha Flanagan, M. Ed., CEM Marsha Flanagan, IAEE The International Association of Exhibitions and Events (IAEE) announces Flanagan will serve as its new president and CEO. She has served in key leadership roles across prominent industry organizations, and will now bring her strong focus on leading innovative strategies and developing intentional and thoughtful collaborations to IAEE as it works to serve the global exhibitions and events industry.

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Plant-based ZENB Aims to Turn Skeptics into Believers on a Nationwide Pasta Lounge Tour

Event Marketer

“The idea of experiential marketing like this is really important because people want to know their brands a little more intimately. People want to support brands that they feel like they understand and trust. And by having a little more area, a little more opportunity for dialogue, we get that opportunity to get in and get people to know us a little better.

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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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Launching Swapcard Go: A New Check-in Solution for Easy Event Setup

Event Age by Swapcard

Swapcard, a leader in event technology, introduces Swapcard Go, revolutionizing on-site check-in for small and mid-sized events. Swapcard Go is the latest release in a series of registration upgrades. It enables event organizers to set up check-in and badge printing in less than one hour, eliminating the need for extensive staffing and complicated logistics.

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Mexico Incentives: Deep Connections Make the Difference

EventMB

Skift Take: Mexico’s drug cartels often dominate the headlines, but avoiding the country altogether is a costly mistake. By partnering with local experts and selecting a property that celebrates local culture, you have all the necessary pieces to truly motivate your guests.

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New and Renovated: Where Nature Inspires Innovation

Smart Meetings

Scenic Mountain Escapes For Brilliant Minds Three new and renovated resorts nestled in three breathtaking mountain regions invite visitors to take in the wonders of the natural world. Montana’s Spanish Peaks, Colorado’s Rocky Mountains and Garden of the Gods and New York’s Catskill Mountains draw the adventurer within all of us. Whether attendees are avid skiers or would prefer to take in bright starry skies from the comfort of the indoors, these resorts offer the ideal space to for an inspiring

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What an event planner actually wants for the holidays!

Expo Pass

Take it from us; shopping for the holidays is best done early! You’ll avoid the lines and the jacked-up prices, to say nothing of the stress. Planning the ideal present is no different than planning a trade show—the sooner you start, the better! Event planning never stops, and the planner in your life may not have time to assemble their wish list. That’s where we come in!

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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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5 Tips to Simplify On-site Event Registration and Check-in

Event Age by Swapcard

When it comes to event planning, first impressions matter. The on-site registration and check-in process sets the tone for your event, playing an essential role in making attendees feel welcomed and valued from the start. In this article, we explore the current challenges faced by small to mid-size event organizers when it comes to on-site registration and check-in.

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Tulum Takes Flight as an Incentive Destination

EventMB

Skift Take: Tulum, a popular incentive destination, now has an airport. The Felipe Carrillo Puerto International Airport is open, with five daily domestic flights and numerous international routes coming soon.

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Best of 2023: Event Safety

Smart Meetings

Event safety is a touchstone of a successful event. How can your attendees properly network and collaborate if no one feels safe? Over the year, Smart Meetings has covered several ways meeting professionals can ensure attendees feel safe in every aspect of their event. In the Cloud We Trust Preventing date leaks doesn’t need to be complicated. For those wanting a successful event, maintaining security and protection of your attendees’ information is a must.

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Wellness-focused holiday gift ideas for event profs

MPI

But when it comes to mental health and wellness, we tend to shy away from giving gifts that could encourage education, resources and mindfulness. Why is that? Here are three reasons.

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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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Wedding Favours and Why You Need Them

EventSource

One of the most common ways to show your guests your gratitude for their attendance on your wedding day is to send them home with a touch of whimsy and gratitude with wedding favours. While these keepsakes are not mandatory, they add a sweet, memorable touch to your wedding festivities; it’s the perfect gesture to convey your heartfelt thanks to friends and family!

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Tips and Tricks for Measuring Event Legacy Success

EventMB

Skift Take: If there's anything more challenging than executing a successful event legacy, it's developing a plan to measure that success. Here are tips and tricks to make the process more efficient and effective.

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No More Detours: How Traffic Management Keeps Your Special Event on Schedule

Smart Meetings

Everyone loves a special event, be it a parade, concert, street festival, marathon, sporting competition and so on. Planning and executing a successful large-scale special event can be an exhilarating experience, but one that comes with its fair share of challenges, especially when it comes to managing traffic and ensuring smooth transportation for attendees.

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The Roots of Gravitas

SmartMeetings

How to redefine confidence and own your power Editor’s Note: We asked Lisa Sun, founder & CEO of the viral clothing company Gravitas and author of the book by the same name, to share an excerpt from her manifesto on living with self-assurance in the hopes that meeting professionals can learn from her entrepreneurial journey and step into their own greatness.su Lisa Sun Society is full of unwritten rules that hold women back.

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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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Introducing PhonePe Integration: Transforming Events and Simplifying Payments in India

Oveit

Exciting news for event planners in India! Oveit has joined hands with PhonePe, the fastest growing payment provider in India, a platform used […] The post Introducing PhonePe Integration: Transforming Events and Simplifying Payments in India appeared first on Oveit.

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Getting the Best Deal on Outside AV

EventMB

Skift Take: Having the right strategy can help you sidestep price gouging and get the best deal on essential AV production and support.

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Award winning venue in the heart of London

Event Industry News

Events @ No 6 is a union of nine bright meeting rooms alongside airy, relaxed open spaces. Room capacity ranges up to 210 and the dedicated meeting rooms all include the latest AV equipment for reliable and professional working experiences.

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