Velvet Chainsaw
APRIL 14, 2021
For well over a year, we’ve consulted with dozens of associations on their go/no-go event strategies. One of our early — and still applicable — recommendations was for conference organizers to communicate and publish the date when they expect to make the decision for their in-person conference. Over the summer and the fall of 2020, most organizations were able to make decisions six months out without incurring liability.
Conferences that Work
APRIL 12, 2021
We all have different responses to adversity, and none of them are “wrong” I write this post a year into the COVID-19 pandemic, sparked by the personal experience of an old friend, psychotherapist and author Nancy Leach. She shared the following: This was the journey. I thought I had successfully managed my emotional wellbeing through almost a year and a half separation from my daughter and grandson, who live in California.
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Event Age by Swapcard
APRIL 15, 2021
I lead global sales at Swapcard and have been working in event technology for 7 years. I've dealt with some of the largest and most sophisticated event organizers across many exhibition and corporate clients. I have heard a lot of discussion around hybrid events and what that means (or doesn't mean).
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APRIL 15, 2021
Cryptocurrencies seem to be having one of their biggest moments so far. Coinbase became the first major cryptocurrency company to make its stock market debut this week, valued at more than $85 billion. And as the price of Bitcoin continues to hit all-time-highs, those eager to get in on the action are turning to events […].
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GEVME
APRIL 12, 2021
Last year took most of the businesses on a journey we didn’t imagine we would have to take. With all physical events coming to a stand-still, the year 2020 was all about survival or nothing. We have come on a long journey since then. All these years, we have been so used to having physical events, and the success it brought with it every time, hosting Virtual Events , keeping aside virtual one was out of the question.
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EventMB
APRIL 12, 2021
Prior to the pandemic, the folding of events into marketing departments added pressure to prove event success with the hard data that marketing teams were accustomed to seeing. The recent explosion in virtual events will undoubtedly amplify this trend. When it comes to the buzz around virtual events, most of the focus has been on […]. The post Has Virtual Event Data Raised the Bar for Proving In-Person Event Return on Investment?
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APRIL 13, 2021
In 2020, event creators like you hosted more than one million online events on Eventbrite. When we surveyed a subset of those creators in March 2021, the vast majority (94%) said they opt to use Zoom for their virtual experiences on Eventbrite. To make it even easier to connect Eventbrite and Zoom, we’re rolling out a […].
Social Tables
APRIL 13, 2021
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GEVME
APRIL 12, 2021
After experiencing a virtual event’s advantages during the lockdown, the demand for these events increased. While physical events are not going anywhere, virtual events have begun making room for themselves in the events industry. After having the option only to attend virtual events and conferences due to the pandemic last year, we realized it indeed isn’t so bad to have to sip a coffee curled up on the couch and watch an event.
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EventMB
APRIL 13, 2021
The lack of support for event planners over the past 13 months has left many in the lurch over Covid, forcing planners to retool, reskill, and in some cases, restart in other careers. What will this mean for the industry as events begin to resume? The event industry has had a tough go of it […]. The post Is the Event Industry Facing a Brain Drain?
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APRIL 16, 2021
Few industries have undergone the kind of upheaval that the event industry has recently. COVID-19 has prompted the need to establish completely new safety requirements for events, and understanding the terminology and regulations can be overwhelming. Plus, the constant flux in regulations can make it even tougher to keep up. We’ve put together a glossary […].
Eventbrite UK
APRIL 16, 2021
Many attendees can’t wait to get back to live, in-person events this year. But, although excitement is building, it’s important to remember that coronavirus anxiety is real. Some people may be worried about the health and safety aspect of attending an event – especially for large gatherings like festivals – while others may be concerned […].
Expo Pass
APRIL 14, 2021
We’ve all been in a Zoom meeting or virtual event where, at some point, looking at the screen becomes just plain exhausting. This is the Zoom fatigue. There can be a lot of contributing factors, but it really comes down to trying a lot of big things — like talking to a room full of people, taking notes, and pitching creative ideas — on a screen that’s many times smaller than a real life conference room.
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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
APRIL 14, 2021
With Barcelona’s 5,000-person concert and Madrid’s HIP Expo, Spain has been revving up its event sector alongside its tourism industry. But even if events continue to receive regulatory approval, the country’s rising case count could derail plans. The Spanish government is stuck between a rock and a hard place: The industries that are most important […].
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APRIL 15, 2021
Building a successful event is a multi-faceted process that requires selecting the right theme, building connections with sponsors, generating buzz, and ultimately selling tickets. Set yourself up for success with Eventbrite Academy, which teaches you how to use Eventbrite, how to sell tickets on Eventbrite, and how to plan events that participants love.
Eventbrite UK
APRIL 16, 2021
The COVID-19 pandemic and resulting lockdowns brought big changes to all areas of life around the world. These were heavily felt in the events industry, where bringing people together suddenly looked a lot different. Since the events of 2020, events professionals have had to get even more creative. Creators have adapted to restrictions by moving […].
Endless Events
APRIL 12, 2021
Remember the times when we could visit exhibitions and see countless of exhibition booths in person? The hosts of Event Tech Podcast, Brandt Krueger and Will Curran, certainly do. Back in the day, they flew all the way to IMEX Frankfurt to see what the exhibitors had to offer. This year, however, they had to content with visiting CES 2021 virtually.
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EventMB
APRIL 15, 2021
Multilingual video conferencing platform KUDO recently raised $21 million. But as many platforms build automatic captions and translation into their services, where is that investor confidence coming from? Both established event tech companies and new startups have experienced a lot of growth and funding throughout the pandemic, and the momentum hasn't stopped.
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APRIL 14, 2021
The Brooklyn-based cultural magazine BOMB Magazine is well-known for featuring interviews with prominent figures from the theater, the visual arts, and the music scene. This February, the magazine partnered with leading nonprofit publisher Printed Matter to celebrate its 40th anniversary with a virtual book fair. For Libby Flores, BOMB’s Director of Audience Engagement and Digital […].
Eventbrite UK
APRIL 14, 2021
The magic of retail is in creating captivating experiences, so it’s no wonder retailers used to love holding in-person events to strengthen their relationship with customers. But, due to COVID-19, many brands have barely been able to open their doors to customers since early 2020. To keep the spark alive, businesses pivoted to online events […].
Skift
APRIL 14, 2021
Analytics company Hotjar uses NextRetreat to book its annual gatherings. NextRetreat Skift Take: The methods for booking a suitable corporate retreat these days still feel very experimental, with so many nuances to consider. But the rewards will be there for the platforms that get it right. — Matthew Parsons Read the Complete Story On Skift.
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SmartMeetings
APRIL 13, 2021
When planning an event, we’ve always had to weigh factors, such as holidays and seasons, that helped determine the best time to host it. Now as pandemic restrictions are being lifted and more people are getting vaccinated , we have to decide not only when to host an event but also whether to host it virtually or live. A question I’ve been hearing a lot recently is “If we host a live event , will they come?
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APRIL 13, 2021
Throughout the global pandemic, event creators on Eventbrite brought communities together in inventive ways, from virtual experiences to drive-in concerts and hybrid events. The live experience industry has evolved, and as the world moves closer toward reopening, we anticipate strong consumer appetite for a mix of in-person and virtual experiences post-pandemic.
Eventbrite UK
APRIL 14, 2021
– Prepares for continued role of online and hybrid events in experience economy of the future – Builds on success of more than 1.4 million online experiences in 2020 – Expands two-way synchronisation, seven times faster Global self-service ticketing and experience technology platform Eventbrite has significantly retooled its integration with streaming video provider Zoom to […].
ePly
APRIL 14, 2021
Ironically, event professionals are an industry that is changing and an industry that never seems to change. Like many black swan events, there are often long-term changes to the way businesses operate and consumers act. According to a recent McKinsey and Company study, 90% of executives said they expect the fallout from COVID-19 to fundamentally change the way they do business over the next five years.
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EventSource
APRIL 13, 2021
Industrial elegance meets rustic chic design for Lordana and Sal’s wedding at Archeo in the Distillery. The couple’s dream wedding came to life with lush florals, bold colours, and delicate details. Captured by the talented photographer Jessilynn Wong. This is one gorgeous gallery that you don’t want to miss! The couple’s stylish photo session was a beautiful blend of modern sophistication and laidback elegance.
Event Smart
APRIL 13, 2021
Organizing and managing events is not only an important element for the success of your Event, but audience engagement is the most critical aspect for the success of any event. It is important that people who come to attend your event must feel entertained and engaged from beginning to end of the event. Simply promoting […].
SmartMeetings
APRIL 14, 2021
I remember it like it was yesterday. It was about mid-March when I came up from my basement office, found my wife in the living room and said, “You know, I think this could be bad.”. “The virus?”. Brandt Krueger. “Yes, but specifically for events. I mean really bad.” The E3 mobile phone conference had just canceled, and about a week earlier they’d pulled the plug on South By Southwest.
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