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JUNE 9, 2020
The first Pride was a riot, led by trans women of color like Marsha P. Johnson and Sylvia Rivera. “We celebrate Pride because of the Stonewall Riots in 1969, a six-night series of demonstrative, violent protests that occurred between the LGBTQ community and the police, led by black and brown trans folks,” says Michael Venturiello, […].
PCMA Convene
JUNE 8, 2020
Some of the same in-person meeting strategies can be applied to creating diverse and inclusive digital events. (Jacob Slaton Photography). There is a long and comprehensive checklist for event organizers seeking to create diverse and inclusive in-person events — from venue selection to ensure accessibility for all to F&B that respects religious practices.
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EventMB
JUNE 10, 2020
AV companies are joining the ranks of event tech suppliers supporting the pivot to virtual with studio and production venues that enhance virtual engagement through higher production value and consulting support. Virtual events have finally gained a strong foothold within the events industry as one positive byproduct of restrictions on travel and physical gatherings, […].
EventSource
JUNE 9, 2020
As Toronto & GTA’s go-to platform for weddings and special events, it is incumbent on us that we work toward building a site that does a better job of representing all the POC that make up our fantastic city – particularly black couples who are underrepresented on our site. We will be actively pursuing real weddings on our blog that showcase black couples and other minority groups to better reflect the diversity of our great city.
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Endless Events
JUNE 12, 2020
We wanted to do something different today, hence the topic of storytelling for virtual events. If you’re already familiar with Endless, you know that we’ve been putting a lot of emphasis on virtual events. Because much like for everyone else in the industry, this is our new normal. And since we’re all in this together, lending a hand to our fellow event professionals felt natural.
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Endless Events
JUNE 11, 2020
?? The Best of the Best: The Squad: Virtual Event Production Team – What Does It Look Like? Virtual Engagement: Virtual Happy Hour Ideas: Entertain Attendees & Get The Party Rolling! ? Worried that you’re forgetting something while planning your virtual event? Download our free Virtual Event Planning Checklist! Wedding Dress Shopping In The Middle Of A Pandemic ??.
Eventtia
JUNE 12, 2020
Online events are virtual events that people from around the world can attend. They can be anything from webinars to virtual conferences and Q&A sessions with industry experts.
InCharged
JUNE 9, 2020
It’s not deniable that the cleaning of pharmaceutical equipment is not challenging. Chemists and pharmacists are a vital source of the health care team and more than a retail store. There are many leaning procedures to consider while in-depth cleanups such as viewing the temperature and detergent according to equipment, cleaning methods like surface cleaning, soil cleaning, and various manufacturing equipment.
Endless Events
JUNE 10, 2020
There are all kinds of questions going through event planners’ heads right now. How do I keep a virtual audience engaged ? How do I create my virtual event budget ? And what are some virtual trade show ideas I can use? Well, strap on tight, because today, we’re answering the latter question. It’s been our goal here at Endless to hold your hand through the virtual world.
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EventMB
JUNE 12, 2020
The CDC has updated its guidelines for gatherings such as conferences, concerts, festivals and weddings. Here is what you need to know. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention has released a new set of guidelines to take into consideration for those planning events. We have looked at the document and here are the […]. The post BREAKING: CDC Issues New Guidelines for Events by Julius Solaris appeared first on [link].
Conferences that Work
JUNE 8, 2020
Part 1 of this series of posts gave an overview of what’s involved in implementing participant-driven breakouts in Zoom. Part 2 explains how to prepare for The Three Questions , and Part 3 explains how to run them using Zoom breakout rooms. Read them before diving into this post! In this post (Part 4) I’ll cover Step #2 — how to process the participant information uncovered in Step #1 to create an optimum conference program.
SmartMeetings
JUNE 9, 2020
In my conversations with meeting planners, many of the concerns I hear around planning live meetings in this new normal are logistical: how will we practice social distancing ? Will I need more space for the same size event? How can we handle food and beverages ? Defining Safety. During these conversations, I am reminded of something from the movie “Field of Dreams”, where the protagonist played by Kevin Costner hears a voice imploring him, “If you build it, they will come.
Endless Events
JUNE 8, 2020
Mindfulness in events. These three words might seem foreign to many. And to others, they can actually be scary. But what does mindless in events even mean? How does it help professionals in the industry? And most importantly, should we practice it? Well, the short answer to the last questions is yes. Because it’s no secret to anyone that event planners tend to use stress as a badge of honor, right?
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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
EventMB
JUNE 9, 2020
Virtual events are slowly killing the biggest event marketing tactic for the past few years. We are entering a seismic shift in the industry. A very risky and rewarding one. Remember that time you used to check your social media feed and you spotted that event you really wanted to attend? Remember the frustration you […]. The post Are Virtual Events Killing FOMO?
EventSource
JUNE 12, 2020
The warm weather is here, and Father’s Day is right around the corner! It’s no surprise that Toronto caterers who are offering delivery and curbside pickup services have whipped up something special for dad. There seems to be a universal focus on BBQ – how fitting! We’ve compiled a list of caterers with Father’s menus below, so get your orders in while there’s still time!
Eventsforce
JUNE 9, 2020
The current situation around the COVID-19 outbreak is forcing many organisations to move their events online. Some of these events are paid-for affairs but the majority remain free to attend. And this is partly because many organisers become a bit stuck when it comes to thinking how they can charge for virtual events. The reality is that virtual and hybrid events both present a perfect opportunity for event organisations to increase their revenue – whether it’s through ticket sales, bookable i
Endless Events
JUNE 11, 2020
Let’s talk about how virtual events can be better than face to face. Because there are a lot of misconceptions flying around in regards to virtual experiences. On the one hand, event planners everywhere are adopting this format. On the other hand, they’re only doing it because they don’t have a choice. And it’s quite hard to find someone in the industry that believes virtual events can be just as good, or even better, than in-person ones.
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EventMB
JUNE 11, 2020
PheedLoop is an all-in-one event management software that offers solutions for live, hybrid, and virtual events. Here is our review. PheedLoop: What Is It? PheedLoop is a comprehensive event management platform that includes various features, such as an event app, exhibitor and speaker management, event website, and registration system as well as a virtual […].
SmartMeetings
JUNE 11, 2020
Do the widespread Black Lives Matter (BLM) protests calling for an end to racial bias in all its forms leave you wondering how meeting planners can join the struggle against the long history of discrimination? Now is the best time since the epic efforts of the Civil Rights Movement of the 1960s to take action, say industry leaders like Faith Morris , chief marketing and external affairs officer with National Civil Rights Museum in Memphis, Tennessee.
Stova
JUNE 9, 2020
No matter where you are in the world, over the past few months you have felt the effects of COVID-19. As areas start to lift their restrictions, restaurants begin to open, and people start to head back into work, you may be wondering what this means for your upcoming events. Is it safe to start thinking about planning live events again? If you do, what new precautions do you need to take?
MeetingsNet
JUNE 10, 2020
Setting conference fees is tricky. Now that your event is virtual, the puzzle is more complex. Event organizers everywhere are trying to figure out how to price virtual meetings that are converting from a face-to-face format, often with little or no online meeting history to go by and working in a compressed timeframe. The price of an online event needs to be low enough to attract attendees, but high enough that it reflects the value of the content and doesn’t compromise what you plan to charge
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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.
Eventbrite UK
JUNE 9, 2020
In the coming weeks, Eventbrite will launch a resource to help event organisers determine how to relaunch their in-person events, while making safety a priority. We’ve partnered with leading health and safety experts to develop these resources, which are informed by published guidance from public health officials. When the world is ready to gather again, […].
Endless Events
JUNE 9, 2020
Last week, we offered some pretty good ideas within the scope of entertainment for virtual events. And today, we’re diving even deeper! While virtual happy hours allow you to get extremely creative, they’re not the only way you can get attendees to have fun. There are plenty of misconceptions surrounding virtual events. But that’s completely normal – we’re all learning as we go and everyone is trying hard to navigate the new state of the industry.
SmartMeetings
JUNE 11, 2020
As planners navigate the ‘ new normal’ of a post-COVID-19 world, we are seeing innovative technologies emerge that promise to help keep event attendees safe. One of these is thermal imaging , used to detect fevers, a common symptom of COVID-19. Many companies have begun to market and sell heat-screening systems to airports, businesses, governments and planners.
SpotMe
JUNE 9, 2020
The event technologist role, an interview with Chip Begley, who is director of event technology at Meetings & Incentives Worldwide, The post Event Technologist: An Interview with Chip Begley appeared first on SpotMe.
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Eventbrite UK
JUNE 9, 2020
The first Pride was a riot, led by trans women of color like Marsha P. Johnson and Sylvia Rivera. “We celebrate Pride because of the Stonewall Riots in 1969, a six-night series of demonstrative, violent protests that occurred between the LGBTQ community and the police, led by black and brown trans folks,” says Michael Venturiello, […]. The post Drag, Dancing, and DJs: What to Expect From Eventbrite’s Virtual All-Night Pre-Pride Festival appeared first on Eventbrite UK.
EventBank Insights
JUNE 9, 2020
Digital business cards are a new concept that’s been slowly advancing toward day-to-day use by leveraging smartphones that sit in every professional’s pocket these days. Its user adoption has been slow, but subtle hints at its emergence in 2020 are becoming more and more apparent. But if you’re out of the loop and not sure what a digital business card entails, we’ll break it down and answer some frequently asked questions about what they are, how they work, and how you can get one.
Special Events
JUNE 8, 2020
Kevin Dana of CORT Events shares how special event planners can use furniture to help keep event guests safe during the COVID pandemic.
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