Certain
APRIL 20, 2018
The go-live date for upcoming European General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is right around the corner. After May 25th, U.S. event marketers will be expected to know how this will affect the ways that they are managing and collecting data in Europe, and examine their current practices to become compliant before the regulation goes into effect.
PCMA Convene
APRIL 17, 2018
On April 14, two African American men were arrested and removed by police from a Philadelphia Starbucks, after an employee called to report that the men had been asked to leave and refused. According to widely circulated social-media reports, which drew sharp rebuke and protests, the men were waiting for a third man, and were asked to leave because they hadn’t ordered anything.
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PCMA Convene
APRIL 20, 2018
Earth Day is just around the corner, and the 2018 focus is ending plastic pollution. Julia Spangler, Sustainable Events Consultant ‘Think about [sustainability efforts] as a process of continuous improvement.’ Events play an important role in reducing waste, from finding alternatives to using plastic water bottles and using more compostable materials all the way to becoming a zero-waste event — an event that diverts 90 percent of discarded resources away from landfills or incinerato
Picatic by Eventbrite
APRIL 20, 2018
So, you’re in charge of your organization’s next fundraising event. Anyone who’s planned an event before knows that if you’re not careful, your event can go from a fundraiser to fund-drainer in no time at all, so how can you find the perfect balance between cutting costs and throwing an event that becomes the trending […]. The post 11 Ways To Save Money Planning Your Next Fundraising Event appeared first on Picatic Event Planning Blog.
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.
Quickmobile
APRIL 18, 2018
The phrase, ‘the early bird catches the worm’, couldn’t be more applicable to event apps. Essentially, the earlier you launch your event app, the better. However, this isn’t usually the case. Many event apps get left to the last minute as there are a million other things on an event profs mind leading up to the day of the event. One of the main reasons we tell our clients to launch their event app well in advance is because it can help determine the overall success of the event, and help achieve
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Eventmobi
APRIL 19, 2018
Many of us have been there – sitting in a classroom and wondering what post-student life has in store for us. How do the skills we’re learning translate into a fulfilling career? It can be a daunting experience for many to link their in-classroom experience to that first step into the “real world.” That’s why many universities and colleges have implemented experiential and hands-on education for their students through internship and co-op placements.
Conferences that Work
APRIL 16, 2018
During my 20+ years as an IT consultant and developer, I fell in with a delightful international crowd of software testers: those all-important people responsible for the impossible task of making sure that software works the way it’s supposed to. (Fun fact: the testing community often uses my term “peer conferences” for their get-togethers, due to a chat about meeting design I had with tester James Bach at the 2004 Amplifying Your Effectiveness conference.
Eventinterface
APRIL 17, 2018
Managing event staff is a bit like herding cats. It can be tricky enough to know whether everyone is doing exactly what they are supposed to when you are relying on a loyal team of permanent workers. But throw a few temporary workers and volunteers, a tight schedule, and a particularly busy event into the mix, and things have the potential of going very wrong.
GEVME
APRIL 18, 2018
Are you willing to spend your money and time on an event you know nothing about? Unless you’ve attended the very same meeting before, it’s hard to predict what you should expect. A clear, comprehensive agenda is the backbone of an event that provides invitees with a worthy value offer. In this article, we explore different ways of creating an agenda that speaks your event’s language.
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.
Eventmobi
APRIL 16, 2018
Event app notifications, alerts, messages – your event technology likely has different ways you can communicate to and update your attendees. Traditionally, you might consider these tools as vehicles for communicating time-sensitive updates like speaker changes, room adjustments or letting them know lunch has been served. However, looking beyond these as a means to simply communicate and considering other use cases is a great strategy for optimizing your messaging to attendees.
EventMB
APRIL 17, 2018
Ganttic is an online platform for resource planning, scheduling, and management using a Gantt-chart overview. Here is our review. Ganttic: What Is It? Ganttic is a high-level planning tool for anyone that has a ton of resources to keep an eye. It can schedule projects, people, facilities, and equipment and allows you to create visual […]. The post Ganttic: The Modern Gantt-chart Tool For Your Events [Review] by EventMB Team appeared first on [link].
Eventinterface
APRIL 16, 2018
Anyone in the business of events will know that event planning is a very rewarding but stressful job. There is so much to do, and an extreme amount of detail to keep track of as you plan your company meeting or event. Luckily, today we are sharing top tips you can use that will help you not only get through planning your next business meeting but will allow you to soar and do an outstanding job.
Eventbrite UK
APRIL 17, 2018
Gamification is a big investment, but it’s one with enormous payoff potential if you do it right. Dan McCarthy at Ultimate Experiences UK tells us more. The post Everything You Need to Know About Event Gamification appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.
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Eventory
APRIL 17, 2018
Reading Time: 10 minutes Promoting an event can be tricky. Even if you create a large buzz around it on Facebook and many people become interested, you can never be sure how many will actually participate. How to get more attendees? How to prevent them from forgetting about your event? Here is the best strategy for you, step-by-step! 1. Show off the value of your event.
EventMB
APRIL 20, 2018
Since I started EventMB 11 years ago, the most recurring question has been: ‘When is Event Manager Blog going to do its own events?’ I’ve been hesitant. We are a content company, not an event company. Yet, so many of you asked through the years to connect with other readers live. I had to do […]. The post Announcing: EventMB Meetings Coming Your Way by Julius Solaris appeared first on [link].
BizBash
APRIL 18, 2018
In advance of Earth Day on Sunday, here's a look at new restaurants, corporate event venues, hotels, conference centers, and.
Eventbrite UK
APRIL 18, 2018
Find out how to cut through the noise with this crowd-sourced blog on the top tips for creating the ideal email subject line. The post 5 Clever Ways to Improve your Email Subject Lines appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.
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Endless Events
APRIL 20, 2018
This week, we’ve selected a few content marketing tip. These will help you navigate the fast-paced world of digital marketing. To start, you’ll need to get intimately familiar with the new GDPR rule. This is especially true if your main audience online are based in Europe. There are also a few new rules back home since the FTC released their guidelines for influencer marketing.
Social Tables
APRIL 17, 2018
One of the best things about a conference is the event swag, assuming the person planning an event understands the difference between good swag and bad. After all, w ho doesn’t like getting free stuff? While most people are going to attend a conference or trade-show to network and interact, the swag they’re handed at the registration desk can go a long way in building brand affinity and adding value.
Eventinterface
APRIL 17, 2018
Managing event staff is a bit like herding cats. It can be tricky enough to know whether everyone is doing exactly what they are supposed to when you are relying on a loyal team of permanent workers. But throw a few temporary workers and volunteers, a tight schedule, and a particularly busy event into the mix, and things have the potential of going very wrong.
BizBash
APRIL 18, 2018
One of the most unique industries that plans events today is higher education. You may be wondering, but why? Well.
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Hubilo Blog
APRIL 19, 2018
“Networking is the no. 1 unwritten rule of success in business.”. – Sallie Krawcheck. Networking is one of the best catalysts of professional development. It is a great way to collect valuable business contacts and get ahead. From knowledge expansion to business contracts, the people you know in the industry truly matters. Understanding these benefits that networking provides, professionals now look for platforms to network.
Eventbrite UK
APRIL 18, 2018
Carina Bauer is CEO of the £22 million-turnover exhibition business IMEX Group. She tells why female leadership is leading the agenda at this year's shows. The post Female Leaders of the Event Industry: Carina Bauer appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.
Eventinterface
APRIL 16, 2018
Anyone in the business of events will know that event planning is a very rewarding but stressful job. There is so much to do, and an extreme amount of detail to keep track of as you plan your company meeting or event. Luckily, today we are sharing top tips you can use that will help you not only get through planning your next business meeting but will allow you to soar and do an outstanding job.
Event Geek
APRIL 19, 2018
How to combine registration and project management to get the best results. As anyone who's ever googled "Event Management Software" can tell you, there's an over-abundance of seemingly similar event technology companies out there, many claiming to be the "all-in-one" platform that can do everything under the sun for your events, no matter what type of events you do or how you do them.
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.
Endless Events
APRIL 17, 2018
Getting work done on the road is hard. Most event profs have experience trying to balance travel with their everyday work and sometimes the two can be difficult to mix. How do you stay in communication with clients? What do you do to keep the work from piling up? While it seems daunting there are some things you can do to help make traveling with work simpler!
ePly
APRIL 18, 2018
Imagine: You’re having your first big public event and everything is going smoothly. Your guests have RSVP’d, all of your vendors are on time, and your event space is looking perfect. But lo and behold, you forgot to apply for some required public permits and now you’re in real trouble! We’ve highlighted the four most common permit categories below to make sure you’re not caught by surprise for your next public event.
Capterra Event Management
APRIL 18, 2018
Event planning is a delicate balance between cutting as many unnecessary costs as possible without forsaking quality. When considering all your business costs such as staffing, overhead, and event management software , it helps if you can find free software options for less pressing needs. Video production is very important in event advertising and event presentations, especially when it comes to your online marketing strategy.
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