Bizzabo
NOVEMBER 6, 2019
Welcome to your guide on event personalization in 2020 and beyond. Discover best practices for collecting event data, how to personalize the event experience, best practices for measuring event personalization, and more. In-person connections are gaining traction in an increasingly digital environment. The noise from social media, emails, and ads have driven more and more people in search of authentic connections.
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NOVEMBER 5, 2019
Today’s event creators struggle to land their ideal sponsors. And the challenge doesn’t end once you strike an agreement. Event sponsorship is all about relationships, and if you don’t navigate yours well, sponsors won’t come back. The good news — once you know what not to, is that you can avoid these pitfalls at all costs. […].
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Maritz Global Events
NOVEMBER 4, 2019
Post authored by De-de Mulligan, President and Chief Content Strategist for Mulligan Management Group. Do you need to find new sources of income for your events? While sponsorships have been prevalent for a long time, there are other ways to generate more revenue, including digital and print options that might surprise you. Research Finds Sponsorships are Still Relevant.
GEVME
NOVEMBER 7, 2019
Working in a corporate world is not only about communicating with clients and business partners over the telephone or the internet. A significant chunk of regular corporate life is taken by meetings and business events. According to some estimates , middle-rank managers spend over a third of their time at work holding or attending meetings, and for executives, this figure can approach 50%!
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EventMB
NOVEMBER 7, 2019
This is a sponsored post from Explori. More information about Event Manager Blog’s sponsored posts. It has never been more possible to track the entire attendee’s journey, but taking full advantage entails familiarizing yourself with all the different data sources and collection methods available. How do event planners get a complete picture of the […].
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Velvet Chainsaw
NOVEMBER 6, 2019
One of my biggest pet peeves is the way some conferences approach first-time attendees. Being intentional and having a plan for how you welcome someone who is experiencing your conference for the first time is not only the right thing to do, it’s also a smart attendee acquisition strategy. It’s a pivotal time to onboard and help them make connections that will last throughout the conference, and, hopefully, throughout the years as they become repeat attendees.
Hubilo Blog
NOVEMBER 5, 2019
There is a saying in the military that goes “No battle plan survives contact with the enemy” The phrase has entered the civilian world’s lexicon to mean something a little more basic, but it’s still a helpful tool to keep yourself mentally prepared when planning projects or events. The best way to think about it is to understand that no matter how well you think you have your events planned, once it starts, things can, and normally will, go wrong.
PCMA Convene
NOVEMBER 4, 2019
In August, the United Nations Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change published a special report that spelled out the disastrous environmental impacts of unsustainable agriculture and its potential to intensify the effects of climate change. At the same time, it’s estimated that there will be 2 billion more mouths to feed over the next three decades.
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NOVEMBER 7, 2019
Think Instagram is just a place to post beautiful pics of your event? Think again. This unique social media platform is an effective tool for turning viewers’ interest into tickets sold. And the more you know about using the platform’s features, the better your results will be. Take Instagram Stories — one in five posted […].
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Attendease
NOVEMBER 8, 2019
We are pleased to announce that Attendease has been nominated for two categories under the Event Tech Awards 2019: Best Event Management Platform , and Best Attendee Management Technology, and we are taking a trophy home! The awards are now in their seventh year and it's the most important recognition awards in the event industry.The Event Tech Awards recognizes the achievement of companies delivering outstanding digital and technological solutions to the events industry and it takes place in Lo
Conferences that Work
NOVEMBER 4, 2019
At BizBash Live DC , BizBash CEO and Founder David Adler and I took the stage at the Ronald Reagan Building for a wide-reaching interview on the best formats for live experiences in front of an invited crowd of several hundred meeting professionals. Here’s an annotated video of our 20-minute conversation: Annotated video. 00:00 How the thousand-year history of conferences affects the way we meet today. 02:20 Lectures are terrible ways to learn. 03:00 The forgetting curve and how it reduces
Gallus Events
NOVEMBER 6, 2019
Engaging attendees is a trick that the most successful events are able to pull off. Event technology plays a major part! And here is how…… One of my favourite phrases in the world of events was uttered to me by Jeff Hurt, a brilliant event professional based in Texas: he described his hot take on events: “Participants, formally known as the audience” he said to me.
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NOVEMBER 6, 2019
Maybe you read to relax. Or to learn. To pass time. Or to look smart. All good reasons. Or maybe you don’t read at all, but have been meaning to start. Regardless of your motive, reading is no doubt good for you. It has been proven to boost intelligence in kids and make you more […].
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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
EventBank Insights
NOVEMBER 4, 2019
81% of people in the Philippines use social media to send messages every day. 64% of internet users in the Philippines say that what they read on social media influences their purchasing habits. At EventBank we’ve been engaging with events in the Philippines for years, and we’ve collected some great tips and tricks for marketing your event in the Philippines by speaking with the local professionals themselves.
Endless Events
NOVEMBER 6, 2019
If you’re stuck in a jam, today’s talk on event crisis communication is for you! And even if you aren’t, the title says it all – better safe than sorry. Because event planners always have a million things on their minds, thinking about what could go wrong isn’t top of mind. However, we never really know what can happen.
Planning Pod
NOVEMBER 3, 2019
Every successful event professional knows that behind almost every successful event is a well-considered event layout plan that takes into account the purpose of the event itself and the characteristics of your event space while enhancing the overall attendee experience. For instance, have you ever attended an event that just felt claustrophobic or not laid out right?
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NOVEMBER 7, 2019
Online publications and live events might seem like strange bedfellows. But they’re actually a uniquely suited match. Adding a live component to an online publication is a great way to engage your current readership. It’s also a smart tactic for widening your audience. Events can help get the word out and attract readers who may […].
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Event Industry News
NOVEMBER 7, 2019
The winners of the acclaimed Launchpad Competition have been unveiled today with the champs taking home considerable prizes. Linguali, Ticketpass and Venuebility were the delighted winners of the top, second and third prize respectively with Linguali taking home the top prize of £5,000 worth of Event Industry News advertisement. A panel of expert judges came to the decision after considering each of the companies’ five-minute pitches that they presented on the Expo & Engage Stage.
Eventbrite UK
NOVEMBER 5, 2019
Icebreakers aren’t just intended to get people talking, they can set the tone for your whole event and will have an immediate impression on attendees. These 10 icebreaker ideas can help get your meeting, conference or workshop off to the best possible start. Smiling faces, a room filled with positive energy, a supportive and inspired […]. The post 10 icebreaker ideas for your next event appeared first on Eventbrite UK.
Meeting Application
NOVEMBER 4, 2019
When you’re running a business, there are so many different things you need to take care of. Promoting your company is one of the necessary things on your schedule and something you need to think about and apply constantly. Although content marketing and typical advertising are probably on the top of your priorities list, there are other ways for you to promote your company.
EventSource
NOVEMBER 5, 2019
Looking for some glam inspiration when it comes to your big day? Look no further than Renée and Aaron’s dazzling wedding that incorporated bright and bold colours and tons of luxe elements. The result? A sophisticated evening that took place, fittingly enough, at the Grand Luxe Event Boutique. Planned by the creative and brilliant minds at Fab Fête Event Planning Boutique , this celebration of love had no shortage of beautiful touches and memorable moments.
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.
Event Industry News
NOVEMBER 6, 2019
Event Tech Buyer’s Guide 2020 is brimming with the latest #EventTech solutions! Everything you need to know in the world of #EventTech can be found in one place thanks to our latest edition of The Event Tech Buyer’s Guide. Available for the next 12 months, this guide is completely FREE to download and is brimming with the latest trends, news, tech and solutions that is invaluable to the modern event professional.
Endless Events
NOVEMBER 8, 2019
Are you settling on your audio visual company for your event? It’s easy to fall into doing the same thing over and over again when planning events. You’re so busy if it’s not broke why fix it? Soon enough you find yourself complacent not really thinking about why you’re hiring vendors and choosing the same ones over and over. We know when you find a great vendor you want to stick with them!
SmartMeetings
NOVEMBER 5, 2019
Brad Weaber. Event planning veteran Brad Weaber, founder of the eponymous Brad Weaber Consulting Group , has some news for meeting professionals who may have written off destination organizations as not relevant. “It used to be all about heads in beds; now CVBs are involved in subjects ranging from advocacy and safety to climate change; the role of a destination organization has changed dramatically,” he said.
Stova
NOVEMBER 5, 2019
Video killed the radio star, but it certainly increased audience engagement. Videos are one of the best tools to excite your prospects and attendees. Moving images, striking visuals, audible testimonials and highlights stimulate our senses and serve as a powerful form of communication. We’re here to walk you through event video ideas and encourage you to begin brainstorming on three different types of videos throughout the stages of your event.
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Skift
NOVEMBER 6, 2019
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Endless Events
NOVEMBER 5, 2019
It’s time to learn the ho-ho-ho-hottest holiday party trends of the year! So, Halloween has come and gone. Which means that the holiday season is fast approaching. And as event professionals, we’re already thinking about Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years. But we’re sure we’re not alone in this, and you’re also wondering how you can take the holidays to the next level.
Eventsforce
NOVEMBER 6, 2019
47% of event planners say they don’t have the right skills to make informed decisions on event technology. London, UK – 6 th November, 2019 – A new research study has found that 47% of event planners say they have limited skills to make confident, informed decisions around their event tech investments, despite holding responsibility for it in the majority of organisations.
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