Endless Events
AUGUST 30, 2018
Arranging a hotel block and finalizing the contract is one of the most important parts of planning an event. It can also be one of the most overwhelming and confusing processes. There’s hotel jargon, legal terms, and the idea of facing off against someone over the negotiating table. We’re here to walk you through the basics of negotiating hotel blocks.
Conferences that Work
AUGUST 27, 2018
An embarrassing incident I was hanging out at the Marlboro South Pond Regatta , a whimsical affair where local sailors of all stripes and abilities casually “race” around a few buoys in the lake, sometimes stopping to chat mid-race with each other or watch our beautiful loons. (They carry their babies on their backs — see photo!) A man passed, and our eyes met for a moment. “Have I met him before?
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GEVME
AUGUST 29, 2018
You’ve more than likely attended a workshop before, although it may have been called something else. The meetings and events industry is buzzing with terms like symposium, conference, workshop, training…we could go on and on. To avoid any confusion, it’s critical to understand that a workshop is any part of an educational program that caters to a specific audience.
Smart Meetings
AUGUST 27, 2018
Thanks to social media—and a whole host of event marketing platforms—it’s never been easier to set up a networking event. The challenge is ensuring that the event is a genuine success for those in attendance. Before starting, it’s worth asking the following questions: Will the event make it easy to facilitate introductions? Will there be enough engaging activities?
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.
Eventmobi
AUGUST 30, 2018
The challenge to keep attendees engaged at your events has never been greater. Decreasing attention spans, intensified vendor competition, and heightened attendee demands to be wowed are putting the pressure on event planners. In order to make sure your events are educational, meaningful, motivational, interesting, and above all, on budget. Which leads us to event experience design – the event planner’s new best friend.
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GEVME
AUGUST 30, 2018
A few years ago, the owners of a flash sale site, Doggyloot , discovered that there is a correlation between the type of dog and the purchasing behaviour of its owner. To test their theory, Doggyloot decided to start segmenting their existing clients based on the age and size of the dogs that they owned. They asked people to fill in a quick survey, asking them about their dogs’ birthdays and sizes.
Smart Meetings
AUGUST 30, 2018
Food and beverage costs are increasingly taking a bigger slice of the meeting budget. Patrick Berwald, vice president of food and beverage for Benchmark Global Hospitality , offered some, ahem, food for thought about F&B for small meetings. What are some of the reasons for the increase in F&B cost? Cost of product and changes in commodity pricing have impacted food pricing.
Conferences that Work
AUGUST 28, 2018
I logged in to CreateSpace (CS) last night to check on my author royalties (always a pleasant task), only to see this stark message: Uh oh. I’ve been a happy customer of CreateSpace for three years, and this was, to say the least, unexpected. Perusing the differences between Kindle Direct Publishing and CreateSpace and Kindle Direct Publishing’s FAQ on the topic I was relieved to see that, for me at least, this is not a major upset, with one exception.
Gallus Events
AUGUST 28, 2018
I received an email invite to an event this morning. It was from a Summit in Singapore called FUTR Asia 2018. It was an announcement of their KEYNOTE speakers along with other details of the event. I can’t remember subscribing to their list (but that’s a separate matter to be addressed I am sure in later blog posts) but I was surprised to see how they have listed their sponsors.
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.
BizBash
AUGUST 28, 2018
Summer music festivals are a great way for brands to forge a personal connection with an engaged audience—but with skyrocketing.
Smart Meetings
AUGUST 30, 2018
Jeff Bezos of Amazon banned the PowerPoint. It’s a bold move, especially when it is the standard. But going through photos, graphs and data can be, well…boring. Meetings are difficult enough, let alone meetings that revolve around clicking slide after slide. Consider pulling a Bezos, or at the least, incorporating something unique to keep morale and spirits high. 1.
Event Age by Swapcard
AUGUST 29, 2018
Ask any seasoned presenter and she’ll admit a simple truth. People don’t remember many details from a keynote, if at all. They don’t walk around memorizing the ins and outs of technical demos. They barely keep in mind a figure or two a speaker mentioned, usually right and at the start or the end of a presentation. They might feel they gained some tips that open the door to new skills.
Event Industry News
AUGUST 28, 2018
Emerging festival ticketing technologies and new applications of existing technology are some of the biggest trends in the festival industry. With the right festival ticketing and registration mix, you can gather data to enhance the festival goer’s experience, reduce ticket fraud, and decrease entry waiting times. Enhancing the Event-Goer Customer Experience.
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Endless Events
AUGUST 29, 2018
A conference is more than just talks and booths inside a ballroom. Often, you’ll be in charge of the entire schedule of hundreds, if not thousands, of people throughout several days. This means their experience both during and in-between conference events are in your hands. Sounds like a daunting task right? Not to worry, that’s why we’ve put together all our conference planning guides here, to make sure you plan the best event experience for them.
Smart Meetings
AUGUST 31, 2018
Distractions—a constant in the workplace, a thorn in a boss’ side, the enemy of the common employee. While a few workers may be able to power through for eight hours, with only a short lunch break and a phone in their bag all day, distractions are inevitable. A text comes in. You check social media. Your G-chat is beeping. While many claim to jump from task to task without distractions affecting work, it’s very difficult.
BizBash
AUGUST 28, 2018
Call it fashion summer camp. More than 75 influencers, models, and bloggers partied in a cave and on yachts on.
Event Industry News
AUGUST 29, 2018
Twickenham Stadium is one of London’s premier conference and event venues and a unique destination for delivering inspired business and social events of all types. With excellent facilities, Twickenham can effortlessly cater for large-scale conferences and exhibitions, product launches, truly memorable incentives, private dinners and meetings to name a few.
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Endless Events
AUGUST 31, 2018
Not all events need to done in person. Whether it’s a purely online event like a webinar or a hybrid event where online participants can be part of a real life event, virtual events can be a welcome addition for your audiences. Gain the trust of your audience by learning the ropes and getting an event planning certification. Make sure to mind your tech as well and update your systems for the smoothest event experience.
Smart Meetings
AUGUST 28, 2018
The only bodies on the beaches of Cancun, Mexico, are bronzing in the sun. That’s the reassuring message from security experts and tourism officials in the wake of news that eight dead bodies were discovered within the confines of the international resort destination last week. The grisly episode—which occurred in a downtown neighborhood that is miles from the main tourist magnet, Zona Hotelera—prompted the U.S.
BizBash
AUGUST 31, 2018
This week's roundup includes a Lexus LED installation at the Los Angeles Food & Wine Festival; SpikedSeltzer's free bicycle promotion.
Eventory
AUGUST 30, 2018
There is a question that every event organizer need to ask at least once during the career. What are the ways to promote an event? To successfully give your event proper hype you need to think through various aspects and cover a lot of ways of promotion. While it’s good to have an idea on how to promote your event learning from the best, there’s no better way to avoid marketing blunders than by learning from the others’ mistakes.
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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
AUGUST 26, 2018
This week we are live from Connect Marketplace! If you are unfamiliar, Connect Marketplace is all about meeting with the best minds in the industry, they have the most interesting speakers from many industries and it’s a great time to well, connect! This weeks episode is an extended two-hour show with the best and brightest minds in the industry. This episode will touch on almost every topic in the events industry.
Smart Meetings
AUGUST 31, 2018
The Breakers Palm Beach. One day after Smart Meeting East National wrapped up at The Breakers Palm Beach in Florida, David Burke, the resort’s executive vice president and chief sales and marketing officer died unexpectedly. David Burke. After working at the property for 27 years, the 61-year-old, who died on Aug. 29, was as much a staple of the property as its signature oceanfront view.
BizBash
AUGUST 30, 2018
During the North Face Mountain Festival, which took place from July 27 to 29 in the Italian Alps, the outdoor.
Hubilo Blog
AUGUST 30, 2018
Short lead times for event planners, is an opinionated topic. While some event planners and event professionals view this as an opportunity, others view it as a planning risk and a rushed task. . Every topic in the meetings industry have opinions, one contradicting the viewpoint of the other. Let’s hear it from the event professionals, and then discuss the pros and cons of both the angles.
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.
Event Industry News
AUGUST 31, 2018
By Victoria Phillips – Event Co-ordinator at drp. When planning and delivering a successful event there are so many crucial elements that go into each stage. When a client brief lands on your desk, you have to ask yourself what are all of the elements that need to be considered in order for the event to really come alive? What are the key objectives the audience should walk away with?
Smart Meetings
AUGUST 31, 2018
Photo credit: InterContinental Hotels Gr (IHG). Crowne Plaza Hotels & Resorts has received a patent for its “guest room of the future ,” which is designed to help meeting professionals and other business travelers enhance their productivity in a space that fits their lifestyle. The WorkLife Room, which debuted in early 2017 , features a flexible environment that encourages guests to work, relax and recharge.
BizBash
AUGUST 30, 2018
It’s no secret that Lyft has been making strides to position itself as a serious contender in the self-driving car.
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