Gallus Events

OCTOBER 22, 2019

Every event planner or organizer knows that event reminders can cut down on no -shows and increase attendance. Whether the event requires an RSVP or not, event reminders can be a great way to keep attendees engaged and informed beforehand. Event reminders work: however, not all event reminders are effective. One way to increase the usefulness of your event reminders is to personalize them: makes recipients more likely to pay attention.

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OCTOBER 25, 2019

When you think of yoga, you probably think of a well-lit studio, soft music, and stretch-pants wearing acolytes quietly stretching or meditating before class. While that is certainly the cliche, it’s not the only way to enjoy a yoga class. Just ask the founder of Trap Yoga Bae, Britteny Floyd Mayo, AKA Yoga Bae. It […].

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Eventtia

OCTOBER 22, 2019

The recent surge of data available at our fingertips has brought new opportunities for businesses and event marketers.

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Tito Blog | An Event Blog for Organisers

OCTOBER 23, 2019

As the first in a series we’ve been working on over some months for conference organisers, we thought a lot about what first step in their promotion process was. After much debate, we’re happy to announce that we decided on this compendium of ways to reach your target audience for events. At Tito, one of the best bonuses of working on our event software is the opportunity to see a community of creative and dedicated people bring their visions of delightful experiences to life.

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OCTOBER 24, 2019

Event sponsorship is on the cusp of a new era. The tired old model of logos on banners has no place in the dynamic, digital new world we’ve embarked upon. After all, events themselves have gotten more eclectic. Today’s sponsors have much higher expectations than simply trading cash for brand recognition. They want to be […].

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EventMB

OCTOBER 21, 2019

As you may have heard, LinkedIn just announced the relaunch of their Events platform. Here is a breakdown of the platform for you, including opportunities and concerns. Event planners rejoice. LinkedIn is launching Events, again. Inasmuch as something related to social media can age you, you kind of need to be a social media […]. The post LinkedIn Events: What You Need to Know by EventMB Studio Team appeared first on [link].

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Conferences that Work

OCTOBER 21, 2019

Want to get a taste of my new book Event Crowdsourcing: Creating Meetings People Actually Want and Need ? (It will be out in November — next month!) Here are some Event Crowdsourcing free chapters for your enjoyment. Read Event Crowdsourcing free chapters. Table of Contents, About the Author, Acknowledgements, How to use, Introduction [pdf]. Chapter 2 – Why you need to crowdsource meeting content [pdf].

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SmartMeetings

OCTOBER 21, 2019

Have you considered using Pay-Per-Click (PPC) to drive attendance at your events? The digital advertising tool allows event professionals to target specific demographics and track effectiveness in real time. Smart Meetings talked to Laura Davidson, director of event paid media company Tag Digital , for tips on how to incorporate this powerful lead generation trick in your magic kit.

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Eventmobi

OCTOBER 24, 2019

Knowing how to best use and keep up with social media to amplify the reach of your event can be daunting for even the most experienced social media managers or event marketers. However, the right social media tools, can simplify content distribution and shine light on what actually works, so you can focus your efforts on a social media strategy that has the most impact for your event, conference or tradeshow.

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GEVME

OCTOBER 20, 2019

Taking an active part in growing the MICE industry in the APAC region, we continue to cover the critical event industry events across the region. Today we have a story about Be @ Penang event. Malaysia’s most prominent business events conference returns for the fourth edition this December at the Setia SPICE Convention Centre. Themed BE Of The Future Now, BE @ Penang 2019 urges the industry, the businesses, the players and professionals be ready for the future now, and brings together industry l

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EventMB

OCTOBER 23, 2019

This is a sponsored post from Cvent. More information about Event Manager Blog’s sponsored posts. It’s easy to find yourself overwhelmed with the task of selecting the perfect space for your event. It’s one in a long list of thankless event planning duties fraught with pitfalls. Will your attendees like your choice of destination? Will […]. The post Your Guide to the Perfect Event Space by Cvent appeared first on [link].

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EventTechBrief

OCTOBER 21, 2019

By Lawrence Coburn. This article is reposted with permission. The original is available here. It’s been about 8 weeks now since I have transitioned out of Cvent, the company that acquired DoubleDutch in June. I’ve had some time to sleep, to camp, to read scifi (hit me up for recommendations), to ride bikes and play hoops, and to spend amazing quality time with my wife and daughter.

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Eventbrite UK

OCTOBER 22, 2019

Virtual and augmented reality continues to make big waves in marketing, thanks to its positive effect on consumer engagement. Expos and trade fairs offer brands the perfect opportunity to get their name out there and pull in new customers. The catch? There are often hundreds of exhibitors competing for attention, meaning standing out is imperative. […].

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EventBank Insights

OCTOBER 21, 2019

Event marketing, and by extension marketing itself, is all about attention. It’s a game of appealing to what people want to look at, listen to, feel, taste, do, or share. And just as important as what people are paying attention to is where their attention is directed. In 2019, we spend a lot of time looking at our phones. It’s reflected in the way marketers work—much has changed since the initial dot com boom of the 90s.

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EventMB

OCTOBER 24, 2019

This is a sponsored post from Socio. More information about Event Manager Blog’s sponsored posts. Lead retrieval is a major focus of exhibitors and marketers when attending trade shows and conventions. In fact, 68% of B2B marketers find that events are the most valuable source of top-of-the-funnel leads. However, you may be surprised to learn […].

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EventSource

OCTOBER 22, 2019

One of the most exciting things about Toronto’s food scene stems from our tremendous pool of culinary talent, resulting in an industry of culinary indulgences that is second to none! With this in mind, the team at EventSource.ca created the Toronto Catering Showcase – a premium, once-a-year opportunity for guests to come experience taste creations from 12 of Toronto’s top caterers!

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Eventbrite UK

OCTOBER 24, 2019

As another year draws to a close, it’s time to reflect on events past. We explore some of the promises you might want to make as you prepare to plan for 2020. 1. Grow your social media following Social media plays a hugely important role in raising awareness of your event and encouraging followers to […]. The post New Year’s Resolutions for event planners appeared first on Eventbrite UK.

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Endless Events

OCTOBER 25, 2019

As an event planner, you’re juggling a dozen or more balls. You’re dealing with vendors, speakers, performers, caterers, marketers, the media, you name it. And your trusty notebook is filled to the brim with scribbled notes. There must be an easier way, right? Good news: There is. These collaboration tools are based in the cloud and help you stay organized and in touch even if you’re running around.

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Eventtia

OCTOBER 23, 2019

Your event may be over but you still have work to do. In this article, we highlight 5 things you must do now that your event is over.

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Eventsforce

OCTOBER 23, 2019

Want the lowdown on all things event tech? In your inbox, every week. Sign up here. In this month’s highlights of top event tech stories, we take a look at LinkedIn’s newly announced networking tool and what kind of impact it will have on our industry. We also have a cool new wearable device that promises to accurately predict an attendee’s attention and emotional engagement around an event.

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Eventbrite UK

OCTOBER 23, 2019

Drawing attention to your fundraising activities can be tricky, especially when you’re working with a limited budget. Here’s how to focus your efforts by promoting a cause on social media and using digital platforms to raise awareness and encourage people to support your charity. How to raise awareness for a charity People can’t donate to […].

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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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Endless Events

OCTOBER 21, 2019

Prepare to have your mind blown by this week’s discussion of tablets and events! Just recently, we launched an episode about hardware in the world of events. The Event Tech Podcast strives to make your life as an event planner easier, so we’re back at it! And this time around, we’re getting down and dirty with the topic of tablets and events.

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BizBash

OCTOBER 22, 2019

RuPaul's Drag Race star KimChi channeled her bold vision into a colorful, whimsical launch bash for KimChi Chic Beauty.

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Skift

OCTOBER 23, 2019

A fleet of Uber's SUVs. The rideshare company has a service for event planners looking to coordinate transportation. Uber Skift Take: Uber knows that it is one of the primary modes of transportation at events — and has designed a service around that. Still, the company doesn't really advertise this service very well, and it means that lots of planners are unaware of it. — Isaac Carey Read the Complete Story On Skift.

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Eventbrite UK

OCTOBER 23, 2019

Put yourself in your attendees’ shoes. It’s Thursday night and you’re looking for something to do this weekend. You find a local food festival that looks interesting, but you know parking might be challenging and the drink lines at these events can be way too long. While you’re checking out the Eventbrite listing page, you […]. The post Introducing Add-Ons: A New Way to Make More On Your Events appeared first on Eventbrite UK.

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Event Industry News

OCTOBER 23, 2019

That’s according to an interactive map from Insure4Music, which illustrates the UK’s open and closed small music venues. The map reveals that 20% of the UK’s small music venues have closed in the last 15 years, with 54 closing since 2014 and 26 venues closing in the last two years. This is despite extensive lobbying from various politicians and organisations to safeguard the UK’s grassroots music scene.

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Endless Events

OCTOBER 23, 2019

Who’s excited about today’s topic on event rigging? Yes, that’s right! This week’s brand new episode of Whiteboard Wednesday is all about event rigging. And more precisely, all the types of event rigging you should know in order to implement it swiftly and seamlessly in a corporate environment. But don’t worry, this isn’t a masterclass.

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Stova

OCTOBER 24, 2019

Last year we talked to you about event tech super-users — meeting planners who invest heavily in apps and have developed techniques to achieve higher ROI. When we talked to our super-users about their audience polling app or live polling feature, 59% described the concept as a key element to their success.

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