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SEPTEMBER 15, 2021
If you organize Halloween events, you’ve been gearing up for this season all year. Whether you host drive-up horror movie nights, haunted hayrides on the family farm, or virtual pumpkin carving classes, you want to share your spooky scares with as many people as possible. But preparing that corn maze takes time (and serious hedge […].
Eventmobi
SEPTEMBER 17, 2021
If the last year has shown anything, it’s that event technology can help attendees stay connected, even when meeting in person isn’t possible. But is there a way to keep that momentum going with year-round engagement? People are craving connection more than ever before. To meet this demand, event organizers need to balance carefully planned in-person meetings with year-round online engagement.
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Conferences that Work
SEPTEMBER 13, 2021
What is the mix of presentation versus interaction at your meetings? What should it be? Traditional meetings focus heavily on presentation. Interaction is limited to a few questions at the end of sessions, plus conversations “outside” the formal sessions. And this has been the norm for hundreds of years. The written word. Let’s explore the popularity of the written words presentation versus interaction over time.
EventMB
SEPTEMBER 14, 2021
New features flaunted at this week’s Zoom User Conference Zoomtopia point to Zoom becoming a serious contender for multi-day multi-session events. Although most features will only be released in the fourth quarter or later, the opportunity to explore first-hand some features as part of Zoomtopia made it clear that the company is serious about investing […].
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Picatic by Eventbrite
SEPTEMBER 13, 2021
Asking yourself “why offer discounts?” We’ve got your answer, and the right approach will help you charge less but make more. A smart discount marketing strategy can incentivize ticket purchases and drive sales. Follow this guide to learn how to create and use promo codes at your next event. You’ll be able to: Know […].
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Social Tables
SEPTEMBER 14, 2021
Have you ever tried to teach a class, promote a discussion, or get people to join in on an activity only to be met with blank stares and an awkward silence? Expert planners know that event engagement is vital to an event’s initial success, as well as the success of potential future events. But what is event engagement? Better yet, why does it matter?
EventMB
SEPTEMBER 13, 2021
Predatory conferences are bogus events that exist to sell tickets using everything from shoddy registration pages to unconfirmed speakers. With the flush of virtual events during the pandemic, the situation may be getting worse. While predatory conferences — sham events that actually don’t exist but entice the unwary to sign on — are nothing new, […].
Event Age by Swapcard
SEPTEMBER 14, 2021
We’ve all seen the feedback from attendees and exhibitors at virtual events: “There is no serendipity online.” “Virtual networking is cringe!” “It’s impossible to make real connections behind a screen.”.
Expo Pass
SEPTEMBER 15, 2021
We are constantly working hard to bring you the best version of us. And we’ve been working on some new features to continue giving you the ultimate Expo experience. All-new, and just launched, we are so excited to announce Expo Theater. A fully immersive meeting experience that promotes real-time attendee engagement. Oh, and do you like magic? With our new Mobile Magic Links in quick one-click, attendees can instantly access your event.
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Endless Events
SEPTEMBER 15, 2021
Just like with events, the main purpose of translation and captioning is to bring people together and break down the barriers between them. While we might have spent much of the last year and a half isolated from people, the barriers nonetheless came crumbling down. The pandemic ushered in an era of far more inclusive and accessible virtual events and made us re-evaluate some of the event-planning practices we started to take for granted.
EventMB
SEPTEMBER 14, 2021
With in-person events taking place right now across the United States and Europe, it's important to monitor the current opportunities and challenges facing event professionals. These nine stats are based on fresh data from our own survey and represent the most up-to-date industry data right now. These are the key stats that represent a snapshot […].
Event Industry News
SEPTEMBER 15, 2021
Here’s a chance to join a leading performance agency in Glasgow at a time of global expansion across US, MENA, and Asia-Pacific markets. We are looking for a Paid Media Specialist who has min 1 year+ hands on experience in Paid Media – Search, Display, Remarketing and Video campaigns on platforms such as Google Ads and Microsoft Ads, or Paid Social Experience on platforms such as Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter.
EventSource
SEPTEMBER 17, 2021
You’ve gotten engaged (congratulations!) and now you’re ready to throw yourself into wedding planning mode. Picking out flowers, going to cake tastings, there’s so much to be excited about before getting married! It’s almost too easy to lose some perspective on doing the work that’s going to set you up with a strong marriage (and not just a beautiful day).
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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
Endless Events
SEPTEMBER 13, 2021
It’s Monday and there’s no better way to kick off a week than with a brand new episode of Event Tech Podcast. These days, Will and Brandt are bringing in exciting guests to talk about the hottest trends in event technology. Last week, they talked about better brand management with Astute Review. This week, however, they are bringing in someone some of you might know as the host of Event Brew : Nick Borelli.
EventMB
SEPTEMBER 16, 2021
A wide range of providers have emerged over the last 18 months to serve increasingly complex virtual and hybrid event formats. And if there’s one thing that separates the veterans from the rookies, it’s support. Will new players find the right balance of price and service level? The event industry tends to be slow to […]. The post Are Event Tech Providers Delivering the Stellar Support They Promise?
Event Industry News
SEPTEMBER 14, 2021
The Convention Centre Dublin (The CCD) is located in the heart of Dublin’s Docklands, otherwise known as ‘Silicon Docks’, as the area comprises of many of the world’s top tech multinationals including Facebook, Google, HubSpot, LinkedIn and Twitter. Since The CCD opened in 2010, the prominence of tech companies in the city has helped establish Dublin and The CCD as the perfect location for hosting tech-based events and conferences.
Skiddle
SEPTEMBER 17, 2021
Skiddle has announced it will hand out £50,000 of bursaries to kickstart the events industry, as part of a new ongoing partnership with the Night Time Industries Association. Skiddle ’s Events Revival Fund, in partnership with the NTIA which promotes the unique contribution of the night time industry to the UK, will be awarded to events organisers in England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales to help rebuild the industry in the aftermath of the Covid-19 pandemic.
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Endless Events
SEPTEMBER 17, 2021
The importance of safety is something that simply cannot be overstated in the world of events and entertainment. Be it conversations around COVID-19 vaccination or cyber-security , there are many ways to look at safety at events. So today, we are exploring what it takes to plan a safe event. Safety is by no means a result of luck. To have a safe event, you need to make preparations in advance and processes in place.
The Planner's Lounge
SEPTEMBER 16, 2021
Being unorganized can really slow down or even ruin your wedding planning business. If you aren’t remembering to send invoices to clients or your clients are asking the same questions over and over and you’re having to spend time in your inbox repeating yourself, then you need a Client Relationship Management program, or a CRM. Say goodbye to chaos and see how 17hats is an ideal solution for your wedding planner software needs.
Event Industry News
SEPTEMBER 13, 2021
IBTM has revealed the first details for its flagship event, IBTM World Barcelona, due to take place in-person this year at Fira, Barcelona from 30 November to 2 December 2021. Under the theme of ‘New Business, New Tech, New World’, IBTM World Barcelona will focus on quality one-to-one business meetings, inspiring educational content and rewarding networking opportunities to help attendees re-connect and thrive in the next chapter in meetings and events.
Smart Meetings
SEPTEMBER 13, 2021
Last year, Paolo Kespradit found himself in a bind. Covid-19 hit West Hollywood, California , affecting more than 36,000 residents, causing business to shut down and forcing city hall to shutter operations, cutting off communication to the community—and the only means its citizens had to give input on city issues. Kespradit is a management analyst for the city, which entails working closely with city council to bring its ideas to life.
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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.
EventSource
SEPTEMBER 13, 2021
Wedding etiquette is a must when it comes to your big day. Knowing the ins and outs of wedding etiquette helps to create a smooth, functional plus elegant ceremony and reception. While it’s something that constantly changes as many trends do, there are some rules of wedding etiquette that will never go out of style. Keep reading for everything you need to know about the new and old rules of wedding etiquette that you should follow. . 1.
Eventsforce
SEPTEMBER 17, 2021
Want the low-down on all things events? Weekly, in your inbox! Event budgeting is a discipline that your either love or loathe. And it’s just become more complex with the emergence of hybrid events. These events are fast becoming the event of choice for many planners today and it’s important to understand the critical budgeting issues that can come about to keep things on track.
Special Events
SEPTEMBER 13, 2021
Moving forward through the 2021 season and going into 2022, wedding pros need to safeguard their boundaries and be mindful of how much they invest into their work.
Stova
SEPTEMBER 15, 2021
Taking a live event virtual isn’t as daunting as it sounds – if you have the correct protocols and event tech partner in place! We’ve all been experiencing the evolution of the event world the past year and, now more than ever, need to know the best tips and tricks for when the tides change. From timeframe to content to whether changing the medium will affect overall goals for the event, here are some of the ways your event tech provider should be helping you if you need to pivot.
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EventSource
SEPTEMBER 16, 2021
Nadine and Curtis’ big day in the city got modern romance right. The couple’s wedding at the stylish Archeo is a lesson on how to pull off an urban wedding that’s intimate, warm, and oh-so-sophisticated. This chic celebration was dreamy from start to finish and filled with the most elegant details. Thankfully the talented lens of Bows & Lavender was on hand to snap each memorable moment.
Hubilo Blog
SEPTEMBER 15, 2021
Event planning & management is one of the most stressful jobs in the world. There are always too many people and things demanding your attention at the same time. Too many hats to wear. Too many moving pieces to stitch together. Sometimes even too many fires to put out. All leading to cognitive overload and stress. . Somehow great event planners can make it all look like a cakewalk.
PCMA Convene
SEPTEMBER 13, 2021
More than 700 companies exhibited at HIMSS’ 2021 Global Health Conference & Exhibition, just more than half the number they typically see at their annual conference. However, more than 236 companies chose to exhibit for the first time, close to the group’s historical average of 250. (Courtesy Caesars Entertainment). In late June, Convene spoke with Karen Malone, vice president of meeting services and sales for HIMSS North America, to learn how the organization put together a proof-of-vaccina
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