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9 Fun Ideas to Spice Up Your Online Workshop and Engage Your Audience

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Teaching is an art form. It doesn’t matter if you’re teaching online or in person. Great teachers hold our attention, make us laugh, help us understand the subject matter and, most of all, inspire us. Achieving engagement from your students, especially online, takes practice and experience. Even if you’re new to teaching—or just new to […].

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How Will Event Planners React To The Coronavirus Crisis?

EventMB

If you have been in the event industry long enough, you may remember striking similarities between the lead up to the financial crisis in 2008 and the Coronavirus emergency. Will the industry react in the same way or will things change for good? It is fair to say that we share a common need […]. The post How Will Event Planners React To The Coronavirus Crisis?

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How to create event layouts that wow attendees

Planning Pod

Event layouts may seem like the most ordinary of things. A relatively simple sketch of where tables, chairs, stages, furniture and other items should be placed in an event room or space. And a basic planning tool in the toolbox of most any event planner or venue manager. But in reality, practically EVERYTHING depends on your event layout, like: How your event flows.

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How to support a community online during covid-19

Conferences that Work

How can you support a community online during covid-19? Over the last few weeks I’ve run numerous online Zoom meetings for support groups and local, social, and professional communities. In the process, I’ve learned a lot about what makes these meetings most useful for participants. I’m sharing what I’ve learned (so far) here.

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Making the Moment: The Art of Creating Events That Drive Results

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.

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New to Live Online Events? Here’s Your Plan

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If you’re finding yourself pivoting to online events in the wake of the COVID-19 quarantine, you may be feeling nervous about how to get it right. Even if online events or educational webinars were something you had been planning on trying for a while, the current need for quick turnarounds and continued cash flow can […].

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Implementation Guide for Online Events

Attendease

On our latest blog post, we shared the benefits of running online events and why you should considere turning your in-person conference into a virtual summit. Today, we will share an implementation guide with technical considerations and event requirements you need to know before you plan your online event and how to implement it. What Technologies Do You Need to Run an Online Conference.

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5 Ways Event Professionals Can Manage Stress During Uncertain Times

EventMB

Event planning is never easy, and it's only been made more chaotic by the current global pandemic. But it’s also an industry that trains us to deal with adversity, to be adaptable, to be resilient. Here are 5 tips to help with stress management during this uncertain time. The coronavirus outbreak has placed an […]. The post 5 Ways Event Professionals Can Manage Stress During Uncertain Times by EventMB Studio Team appeared first on [link].

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Frills, Feathers, and Phone Screens: How Burlesque is Thriving Online

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Burlesque dancers and teachers are virtually shimmying into living rooms around the world for a little celebratory sparkle during this scary time. Experiencing a modern burlesque performance, whether you’re on stage or in the audience, is a visceral, physical affair. Most performances happen in intimate quarters, letting the audience see the performer’s glistening skin beneath […].

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Romantic, Earthy Spring Cherry Blossom Styled Shoot

EventSource

Looking for some romantic and dreamy vibes? Then look no further than this beautiful shoot curated by Ivory Veils Weddings & Special Events. The team’s vision was to create an out-of-this-world romantic celebration in a field surrounded by cherry blossoms, which symbolize love, beauty, and mother nature all in one. The team knew they wanted to feature an open field engulfed in cherry blossoms, and they found the perfect place at the beautiful Cherry Avenue Farms.

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Relevance, Reach, Revenue: How to Turn Marketing Trends From Hype to High-Impact

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.

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6 Reasons to Turn Your In-Person Conference into a Virtual Summit

Attendease

Most corporate events that are held in-person can also be held online, given the great flexibility of online technologies we have available today. With the global impact caused by the novel coronavirus in the world of events , turning your in-person conference into a virtual summit may be a good strategy to keep your event running, rather than canceling it.

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GMID Goes Virtual to Bring Eventprofs Together and Break the World Record for Most People in a Virtual Meeting

EventMB

To say that it is a difficult time to work in the meetings and events industry would be quite the understatement. As the industry sorts through the fallout of the COVID-19 pandemic, many of us have found comfort, humour, and support from the global community that emerged. During the last few weeks, the events […]. The post GMID Goes Virtual to Bring Eventprofs Together and Break the World Record for Most People in a Virtual Meeting by Anh Nguyen appeared first on [link].

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21 Survey Questions To Ask After Your Virtual Event

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You just wrapped a major virtual event. You’re exhausted, you’re happy — and you’re curious. What did your attendees think about your event? How about your sponsors? Are they likely to support your event next year? If virtual events are new to you, you’re in luck: there are several ways to find out if your […].

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4 Virtual Bachelorette Parties that will Make You Forget About Quarantine

EventSource

Even if their wedding is scheduled for later in the year the COVID-19 outbreak may have caused to-be-weds to postpone pre-wedding events such as bridal showers and bachelorette parties. If this is the case for your bestie you may be wondering how to make them feel celebrated while maintaining social distancing. If you get those creative juices flowing, there are plenty of options that you can do right from the comfort of everyone’s living room.

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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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Paycheck Protection Program Explained – For Events and Hospitality Businesses

Planning Pod

As a proud member of the events industry, I will start by saying how much empathy and collective pain I feel for all of us. Our businesses are quiet and dark, and being someone who has attended thousands of events in his lifetime (let alone built a business in the hospitality industry), this kind of silence is something I never thought I would witness or experience.

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Event App Bible 2020 [Free Report]

EventMB

Events are facing unprecedented times, and the guidance and leadership of the tech community has never been more important. Event app vendors are stepping up to deliver features and functionality that are conducive to virtual events. This year’s Event App Bible digs deep into the need for virtual events and highlight the features that […]. The post Event App Bible 2020 [Free Report] by EventMB Studio Team appeared first on [link].

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How the CARES Act Could Help Event Creators Affected by COVID-19

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The Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has caused high levels of stress and uncertainty for many Americans. With an economic downturn and live events coming to a halt, a lot of that uncertainty has come from creators, venue owners, and promoters. We’re in this together, so we want to provide you with information on some essential assistance […].

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Helen and Matthew’s Cream-and-Pink Wedding at the Arlington Estate

EventSource

What’s pretty and pink and everything sweet? None other than Helen and Matthew’s gorgeous wedding at the stunning Arlington Estate. The couple wanted a venue that allowed them to be outdoors, and away from downtown Toronto, and they definitely found the perfect match — and not just with each other! Helen hails from Halifax and wanted to incorporate greenery and the beauty of the great outdoors, including a body of water, and together with the help of the brilliant minds at Devo

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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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30 Movies to Watch for Event Design Inspiration

BizBash

Keep the creative juices flowing with a work-from-home lunch break that includes one of these movies boasting event inspiration.

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Gallus Events Does HOPIN the online events platform

Gallus Events

Hopin the online events platform is fast becoming a very popular choice for small to medium sized online events. So we thought Gallus Events would have a look at Hopin. And you can too! Here are our objectives for the event: Run the event as a LIVE test to see if we want to run one of our big events on the platform. Allow other organisers to check out every functionality of the platform in a LIVE environment.

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Reach New Audiences Around the World with These 5 Marketing Tools

Eventbrite UK

Hosting an event online gives you the opportunity to reach bigger audiences at a lower cost. It also lifts the geographical limits – instead of just attracting people who live nearby or can travel to your event easily, you can reach interested parties on the other side of the world. Like live events, online events […]. The post Reach New Audiences Around the World with These 5 Marketing Tools appeared first on Eventbrite UK.

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Hio Launches ‘Virtual Lounge’ & ‘Network Now’ To Help Cultivate Meaningful Virtual Connections

Event Industry News

Hio , “hit it off,” the leading networking and events platform that allows users to open the app and discover interesting people and events nearby, today announced the launch of two new offerings – Virtual Lounge and Network Now. The two new features were designed to facilitate networking and 1:1 socialization in a time when events and meetups have been limited to digital-only connection.

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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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Bounce Back Higher by Thinking Big

SmartMeetings

Sometimes our troubles bury us. We get bad news followed by more bad news. We reach our limit and can’t tolerate any more disappointments, rejections or failures. Right now a lot of meeting professionals are feeling helpless in the face of cancellations caused by measures outside their control—mandated social distancing to slow the spread of COVID-19 (coronavirus).

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Design your event for digital

Gallus Events

The best place to start when considering taking an event online is to look at your current physical events. And learn from them. Take time to design your event for digital, don’t just try to replicate your physical event. Truth is, it probably wasn’t that good anyway! Now I am not being personal or specific, I am making one of those general comments: not all physical business events are that special.

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A Virtual Coffee with Dan Peden, Journey Further

Eventbrite UK

It goes without saying that times are tough for event organisers. Many of you will have your heads down in strategy docs, or on calls with suppliers, trying to plan the best way forward for your event. Whatever your situation, we want to show you that you’re not alone. So during this pandemic we’ll be […]. The post A Virtual Coffee with Dan Peden, Journey Further appeared first on Eventbrite UK.

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5 Kinds of Events that Fit Perfectly as Webinars

EventBank Insights

With the recent global quarantining procedures affecting daily life for many office workers, the value of webinars, video conferences, online demos, and so on, has increased quite a bit. Businesses who may not have used virtual means of doing business in earnest are now discovering not just their value during a global work-at-home situation, but it’s highly likely that this event will leave virtual meetings to be even more in-demand once the situation settles down.

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Campaigns that Click: Practical Personalization Strategies to Boost ROI

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.

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Tips for Improving Virtual Meetings during the COVID Crisis

Special Events

Big events company Ashfield Meetings and Events shares tips for making virtual meetings more effective during the COVID crisis.

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Virtual Audience Engagement: Keep Your Remote Attendees Happy!

Endless Events

It’s high time we talk about virtual audience engagement. Because yes, there is a lot of unknown ground surrounding virtual events. From the choice of platform to the intricacies of re-enacting the in-person experience, planners have their plates full. And perhaps the biggest concern of all lies in the fact that engaging virtual audiences is hard. It’s one thing to have someone physically present in a space and tuning out.

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How a Dairy Producers Conference Doubled Its Reach With Virtual

PCMA Convene

Speakers for a Professional Dairy Producers of Wisconsin conference film their presentations at the Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center in Madison. The PDPW had to pivot to a virtual event in little time. As Cassandra Strupp, program manager for the Professional Dairy Producers of Wisconsin (PDPW), watched the evening news on March 11, she knew she had a problem.