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Building Excitement for an Event with Email Marketing

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This is a guest post from River Cartie from Constant Contact. In the time that passes between your event’s invitation and the event itself, momentum gets lost, initial excitement can fade, and people forget. That’s why building and maintaining excitement is key to a successful event. Let’s take a look at how an email communication […].

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Questions for a Successful Event Debrief

GEVME

Regardless of the nature of the event being organized, its planning should always begin with a thorough conversation with the person in charge. It is impossible to host a successful event without preliminary elaboration of many details, including event debrief questions. What is an event debrief. A goo d event debrief example is a meeting with your team where you can carefully deconstruct and analyze a previous event.

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Sustainability In Events: Recognising The Social & Human Impact Of The Industry

Endless Events

We’re feeling a bit green today, and it’s all thanks to the topic of sustainability in events! That’s right, the third edition of our bite-sized pieces of wisdom is here. Our partnership with MPI at IMEX America is the gift that keeps on giving. And while we’ve already covered leadership and safety , there’s no shortage of hot topics to go around.

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Mastering the Art of Event Strategy

eventplanner

Let me ask you a quick question: How much time do you spend on strategizing versus planning an event? If you’re like the majority.

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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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The Top 18 Certifications for Event Professionals

G2Planet

Although event planning is not among the professions that require a license , earning one or more recognized certifications is still important for event professionals.

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Facilitating change: The power of sharing our experience

Conferences that Work

Sharing our experience of others directly with them can be incredibly powerful. Let me tell you a story…. Not long ago, I was working at a multi-day workshop with a 6-person group that included someone I’ll call D. D self-described themself as mentally ill, bipolar, and with psychological issues. They spoke slowly, and described themself as not emotionally available, and often confused about what they said.

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5 Common Festival Event Fails and How to Avoid Them

InitLive

The disaster of Fyre Festival is still fresh on everyone's mind. There's value in learning from the failures of others. That said, proper event planning and management can make your's a hit and the talk of the town for all the right reasons—not the wrong ones. Here are the five most common pitfalls that festivals face and how you can overcome them. 1.

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5 Cute Ways to Celebrate Your First Wedding Anniversary

EventSource

Many people say that the first year of marriage is the hardest – and while you may not believe that, your first anniversary is a big deal, and should be celebrated accordingly. Here are some fun and cute ways to commemorate year one of forever. 1. Stay at/visit your wedding venue: This is a fun way to celebrate, especially if you had a destination wedding or got married somewhere with sentimental value like a family cottage.

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Why Effective Marketing Means Engaging Your Customers on Mobile

Guidebook

Marketers are constantly fighting the uphill battle to win their customer’s attention. In a world where information is available in an instant, sustaining attention from any audience is no easy feat. It may come as no surprise that the average person’s attention span is now only 8 seconds – the shortest it’s ever been. To maintain attention, the most successful marketing campaigns are those that prioritise engagement.

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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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In Live Music, Small Acts of Change Add Up to a Big Difference

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Small acts of change can add up to a big difference — and live events provide an ideal platform to bring people together to enact change.

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5 Questions to Ask Your Client Before Selecting Event Entertainment

Event Leadership Institute

Smarticle. READ TIME: 3 minutes. In this week’s Smarticle, we’re taking a closer look at event entertainment and how you can make sure you choose the best type of entertainment for your events. By definition, event entertainment is any live performance experience presented at a private or public event. Some examples of event entertainment include: Body art experience.

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Tricks and Treats: 28 Spooky Ideas to Inspire Your Next Halloween Event

BizBash

Glam up your Halloween parties with these creative ideas for decor, catering, activities, and rentals.

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Email tips for your next event invite

Stova

How many emails do you breeze past each morning? Tons, right? Such is the case for your potential event goers. This is why your event email invitation must grab and hold their attention. We’ve studied which event invite email examples have worked best and have outlined how to achieve the best results.

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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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6 Social Media Marketing Strategies to Help Grow Your Following

SmartMeetings

Social media continues to be one of the greatest marketing tools. From your company to yourself, social media allows not only for promotional materials, but the ability to track how well that promo is performing. But even before you can get there, you need an audience and followers to track how they’re interacting with your accounts and content. With all these different avenues, and some new apps that cater to niche markets, it can be difficult to pinpoint what strategies are the most effective

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5 Gift Ideas for Your Sponsors, Vendors, and Talent

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Coming up with unique thank you gift ideas can be daunting, but if you make the effort, it’ll leave your supporters feeling greatly appreciated. And if they remember their event experience fondly, they’re more likely to tell colleagues, fans, and other influencers how much they love working with you. While a handwritten thank-you note is […].

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Deliver Superior Conference Education Value

Velvet Chainsaw

Here’s what hasn’t changed: Education continues to be essential to a participant’s experience. Here’s what has changed: I’m convinced that “something for everyone” programming — including basic content for the novice or intermediate practitioner — is no longer the right strategy for positioning your conference as a can’t-miss experience. We need to raise the bar higher and meet the needs of the experienced and advanced practitioners.

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A Culinary Showcase That Is No Small Feast

EventSource

As the sun settles into the crisp September evening air, my husband and I rushed through the back-to-school, back-to-work, back-to-reality crowds of rush hour commuters with purpose. We were especially excited for a very special evening in the heart of the city. Tonight, we celebrate the 10th Anniversary of No Small Feast – a fully bespoke catering and event planning company driven by co-owners Matt Dunbar and Michael Abbott.

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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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Best Event Management Podcasts

GEVME

How are you expected to find out about the latest technological trends when you never seem to have any free time? Event management podcasts can certainly come in handy. Organisers can listen to them when they’re cooking, playing sports, or driving home from work. Podcasts are also free, and you can listen to them while on the go, from almost any device.

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Ticketfly is Moving On Up to Eventbrite

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Your favorite Ticketfly shows, plus even more concerts, festivals, and music events are now on Eventbrite. Ticketfly events have moved to Eventbrite. There you’ll find all of your favorite Ticketfly shows, plus independent festivals like LIFE IS BEAUTIFUL and AFROPUNK, and iconic venues like PopGun Presents’ Elsewhere and The Echo. We’ve shared many good times […].

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The Top Event Technology Tools and Trends for 2020 [Free Report]

EventMB

We are pleased to share the most comprehensive look at event technology to date. We have asked 1445 event professionals to share their top tools for 2020 and the results will surprise you. For the first time, we also offer insight into which tools are gaining or losing popularity from 2018. This featured research […]. The post The Top Event Technology Tools and Trends for 2020 [Free Report] by EventMB Studio Team appeared first on [link].

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A Stunning Wedding Open House at W Event Boutique

EventSource

From the moment I entered this beautifully designed building, I knew the open house at W Event Boutique would be unlike any other. This incredible evening engaged many prominent vendors in the industry, each with an opportunity to showcase their talents for guests to enjoy. We were treated to the very best in food, florals, and event options, with the opportunity to explore the incredible features of this stunning venue.

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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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Best Event Management Software [Integrated Technology Stack Infographic]

Attendease

2019 Event Technology Guide: An integrated event technology stack to help you manage your event throughout your entire event lifecycle. “Focus on being productive instead of being busy” is the advice from Tim Ferris, entrepreneur and international speaker. We couldn’t agree more. With so many technology options available, it can be overwhelming to choose which ones will help you be productive, rather than busy.

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What *Not* to Get an Event Planner for the Holidays

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With the holidays coming up, you may have started to imagine the special things you’d like to gift your family and social circle. And while it’s tempting to gift the event planner in your circle items you think they could use for work, be less predictable this year and eliminate these five status quo items […].

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What You Might Have Missed from the 2019 Summer Benefit Season

BizBash

Here's a look back at the stand-out ideas for decor, catering, and more from summertime fund-raising events around North America.

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Laurie and Dan’s Rustic Wedding at the Historic Burroughes

EventSource

Laurie and Dan’s big day mixes a little bit of rock ‘n roll glam with rustic romantic vibes, resulting in one stunning gallery filled with dramatic details, stunning photos, and more importantly, loads of Pin-spiration. Coordinated by the team at Weddings by Krystle and set at the chic Burroughes , this is one gallery you don’t want to miss.

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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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A Mobier’s Experience Providing Customer Onsite Support

Eventmobi

As part of the Customer Support team at EventMobi, I have the privilege of getting to travel to customer events and help them with their onsite event app experience. It really says a lot about a customer’s trust in us when they want us to be an integrated part of their event experience. For this particular event, I went onsite to support the event planners with a few different tasks – app assistance, data upload, and live polling management.

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Reflections on the 2019 Music Festival Season: What’s Coming Next Year?

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Here are three takeaways from a conversation about which trends in music festivals took center stage in 2019, ripe for pondering into 2020.

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GEVME Product Updates August

GEVME

It has been a pretty intense and fruitful period, and we’ve managed to make a lot of useful improvements. Let’s check them out so you can start using them! How to change and customise your template. We’ve completely transformed the process of customising your templates. We’ve learned from our surveys that more page template choices and highly customisable templates are the top wish list item from our users.