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How Music Venues and Concert Promoters Can Pivot to Drive-Ins, Streaming, and Other Formats

Picatic by Eventbrite

As music venues across the country temporarily shuttered in March, Vito Rinaldo, an avid live music goer and retired teacher, wanted to do something to keep the music going — and get artists paid. As the New Yorker watched free livestreams beamed from musicians’ homes on Facebook and YouTube, he felt an element was missing: […].

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1:1 Video Meetings: Foster Real Conversations, Connections & Networking at Online Events

Eventmobi

With EventMobi’s 1:1 video meetings feature, it is now easier than ever for attendees to connect at your virtual event and have meaningful conversations with each other or with sponsors and exhibitors. When planning a virtual event, one of the key questions is how to best facilitate effective online networking. This is something many planners find challenging as they can’t rely on the intimacy of a physical venue.

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Toronto Restaurants with Stunning Patios that are Perfect for Wedding Ceremonies

EventSource

Patio season opens up loads of opportunities for warm, casual, and intimate outdoor wedding ceremonies! With intimate-style events and micro weddings all the rage these days, many Torontonians are saying their “I do’s” on one of our city’s fabulous restaurant patios! Looking for some ideas? We’ve got your round up of some of the GTA’s prettiest restaurant patios!

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8 Takeaways From the Democratic National Convention Virtual Event

EventMB

The Democratic National Convention (DNC) just wrapped up, and for the first time ever, it was in a virtual event format. Here is an analysis of what happened and what event planners can learn from it. Credit: Alex Hanel/DNCC This year, the DNC was different. Regardless of the political implications of the content, what the […]. The post 8 Takeaways From the Democratic National Convention Virtual Event by Julius Solaris appeared first on [link].

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Engage Better, Gift Smarter, Win Big: Events That Deliver ROI

Speaker: Hanan Polinovski, Events Manager and David Brown, Sr. Marketing & Events Lead

Are your events living up to expectations? Are you getting quality leads from your sponsorships? Have you ever wondered if that branded notebook actually makes an impact? Get ready to transform your event strategy! Join event marketing pros Hanan Polinovski from Printfection and David Brown from Bonusly for a fast-paced webinar about turning your event efforts into serious ROI.

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#ThrowbackThursday: 12 Event Design Ideas from Past Summer Benefits

BizBash

While this summer's philanthropic galas and balls were taken off the calendar, that doesn't mean we can't revel in the steal-worthy design ideas of past events.

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Is it Better to Buy Your Wedding Dress – or is Renting a Better Option?

EventSource

When you first start looking for your perfect dress , you realize that there are about a million options out there! Well, the variety doesn’t stop simply with style! You will also have to decide whether you want to buy, or rent your dress – and since both options come with their pros and cons, we thought we’d make it easy for you to decide! If you’re planning on buying… PRO: It’s yours forever Your wedding is a day that you will remember forever – buying your dress means you get to keep it just

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5 Factors to Consider Before Cancelling Your Event

EventMB

The coronavirus pandemic has affected virtually every event scheduled after Q1 of 2020, and has forced many to cancel. But with alternative formats and rising competition, is cancelling outright ever the best decision? Here's our take. Event organizers have been under an incredible amount of stress and pressure over the last few months — many […].

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Virtual Event Timeline: How Long Does It Take To Plan?

Endless Events

In good old Endless fashion, it’s time to get real. Today we want to tackle the issues pertaining to a virtual event timeline. And there’s a reason we’ve been holding out on this. You see, it’s been a crazy year – no need to dwell on that or explain why. In the early stages of COVID-19, as an industry, it felt like we were slapped across the face and thrown into a fire pit of despair.

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Contactless Event Check-In: How to protect employees and attendees

Event Industry News

Worldwide deliveries for the new normal with selected equipment. The event industry is preparing for the time after event restrictions imposed by the Corona pandemic. Use our hardware for contactless check-in. We have expanded our range of accessories to support compliance with hygiene regulations or safety precautions. Check-in stations can be combined with QR code scanners that do not require touching.

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Prospect, Personalize, Profit: The New Way Sales & Marketing Teams Are Aligning with AI

Speaker: Kevin Burke, Founder & Managing Director at Digital One and AI & Automation Consultant

AI and automation are currently transforming the way sales and marketing teams operate. Generative AI crafts personalized outreach at scale, while conversational AI bots are engaging prospects in real time. Robotic process automation streamlines manual workflows by triggering tasks the moment a prospect takes a key action, and advanced AI analytics surface hidden patterns in the pipeline, improve forecasting, and help teams make data-driven decisions with confidence.

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Yvonne and Kevin’s Sweet Whistle Bear Golf Club Wedding

EventSource

With a day decked out in the most stunning blooms, complete with an elegant-yet-cozy reception, you’re going to fall for Yvonne and Kevin’s rustically romantic wedding at Whistle Bear Golf Club ! Amidst the stunning backdrop of the venue the couple created a dreamy garden celebration that was memorable and magical. Thankfully EC3 Moments was on hand to capture each beautiful moment.

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How Event Destinations Are Adapting to a Virtual Market

EventMB

Event planners have arguably never faced more barriers than they do now. If DMCs want to market their destinations successfully, they need to take these challenges into account. As part of our recent Future of the Event Industry virtual event, we spoke with Discover Puerto Rico to learn more about three strategies they’ve developed as […]. The post How Event Destinations Are Adapting to a Virtual Market by Angela Tupper appeared first on [link].

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Three Things Every Virtual or Hybrid Special Event Needs

Special Events

Marketing expert D. Channing Muller shares three essentials to make virtual/hybrid special events successful.

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Engine No.4 leads the way with the UK’s first socially distanced live entertainment venues

Event Industry News

Manchester-based events production company, Engine No.4, has spearheaded a series of firsts for the live entertainment industry; launching the UK’s first socially distanced dining concept, Platform 15, at Escape to Freight Island, part of the thrilling regeneration of Depot Mayfield, and the UK’s first socially distanced outdoor gig venue, the Virgin Money Unity Arena in Gosforth Park, Newcastle.

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Elevate Your Event Experience to the Next Level

In order to create a successful event, you must: Optimize Event Website and Registration Process Utilize Social Media Platforms Effectively Implement Targeted Email Campaigns Harness the Power of Video Content Benefit from a Mobile App Download now and learn how to simplify this process with Eventpedia.

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Elva and Jason’s Beautiful At-Home Ceremony

EventSource

Small is the new big and we can’t get enough! Case in point: Elva and Jason’s beautiful at-home ceremony – which came together in just one week! The couple wanted to tie the knot on their back deck, and host only their closest friends for the occasion so they reached out to Rebecca Chan Weddings & Events and her team to help make it happen!

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When to Charge Sales Tax for Virtual Events

EventMB

If virtual events have one undeniable advantage, it’s their potential for a much wider reach than traditional in-person events. The catch is that this expanded scope can mean much more complicated tax implications under US law. The trend toward virtual and hybrid events is only gaining momentum, and learning how to run them effectively will […].

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Training Your Events Sales Staff for Success

Special Events

Event rental expert Lisa Krumm Anhaiser shares tips for developing a successful sales team

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Majority of events industry anticipates recovery taking “1-2 years”, EventsCase reveals

Event Industry News

Most event professionals believe 1-2 years is a realistic timeframe to recover from COVID-19 following widespread disruption to face-to-face gatherings. A recent poll from leading event technology supplier EventsCase on nearly 500 participants looked to gauge predictions on the industry’s chances of a “full recovery”. The results showed that most professionals (52%) envisage a return to business as usual within the next 1-2 years.

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Unlock the Secrets of Event Marketing Masters

The greats learn from the greats. Set yourself and your team up for success with tried and tested strategies and insights from event marketing geniuses at Vanta, Partnership Leaders, Quantum Metric, Rocketlane, and Explori.

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How Much Should I Spend on a Wedding Gift?: A Simple and Easy Guide

EventSource

You’ve been invited to a wedding – yay! You may be asking yourself “how much should I spend on a gift?” Well, the short answer is this: it depends. Traditionally, etiquette states that spending between $100 and $200 is appropriate for a wedding gift, but there are a few other factors to consider. Here are few: What is your personal budget? First and foremost, you should never spend more than you can afford on a wedding gift.

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Volunteer Management Software: 12 Apps For Your Nonprofit

InitLive

Volunteers are an integral part of many organizations and nonprofits; in fact, a volunteer team can be the difference between meeting your annual goals and not. Volunteers are an essential part of any nonprofit organization, and like any other part of an organization, they require tools and resources to work effectively and efficiently. Is your organization ready to upgrade your volunteer management process from spreadsheets to software?

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Here’s Some Hybrid Event Inspiration For You!

Endless Events

?? The Best of the Best: Hybrid Inspo: 5 Hybrid Event Examples To Inspire Your Process. ? With everything going virtual, make sure you’re up to date with all the information you need to plan a virtual event by downloading our Virtual Events Handbook! Exploratory Events ??. With each passing day, I see a new “type” of event pop up that blows my mind.

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Latest mia research reveals the true cost of COVID-19 on the sector

Event Industry News

The Meetings Industry Association’s (mia) latest research reveals the business meeting and events sector has been decimated by the impacts of COVID-19 and is urgently calling on government intervention. Compiled following its most recent insight request from the UK government’s Department for Digital, Culture, Media & Sport (DCMS), the research details the huge financial losses, which are largely uncovered by insurance, that have been endured by the industry.

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Making the Moment: The Art of Creating Events That Drive Results

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.

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Why Hybrid Events Are Our Immediate Future

Stova

As nearly every industry attempts to shift its processes in response to COVID-19, event planning has been particularly shaken by the pandemic. While there’s no telling what will happen in the long-term future, it’s clear that hybrid events are an immediate solution to the question of how to return to a “new normal.”.

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Turning an In-Person, One-Off Event to Online All the Time

PCMA Convene

When the United Fresh Produce Association canceled its annual convention and expo this past spring, its organizers, like so many others, quickly moved the program online. The scramble proved successful. So successful, in fact, that the association kept it going, turning a one-off event into a 24-hour online platform complete with a permanent expo, social gatherings, and on-demand education.

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4 Cybersecurity Tips for Virtual Events

Glisser

Cyber criminals and other malicious individuals have also picked up on the popularity of virtual events and have begun to exploit them as a method to breach the security of event participants. In fact, the FBI reported that cybercrime reports have almost quadrupled since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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New headline sponsor for hybrid Event Tech Live (ETL)

Event Industry News

All for all event management software EventsCase is backing ETL’s pivot from 80 per cent physical to wholly hybrid show as headline sponsor. Organisers, exhibitors and audiences want a physical show as much as ever but cost-effective content, input, from interested/interesting companies and individuals everywhere is a proven, invaluable product of the coronavirus shadow.

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Relevance, Reach, Return: How to Turn Marketing Trends From Hype to High-Impact

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.

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How to Keep the C-level Engaged In-person and Online

SmartMeetings

When hosting a physical event for executives , the emphasis is often on creating a relaxing atmosphere where C-level leaders feel comfortable enough to share their thoughts and experiences. Exclusive environments in private dining rooms with the finest wines featuring key participants make the networking opportunity valuable for all participants. Now that all that interaction had to be moved online , Hannah Hodkinson, marketing director at The Ortus Club , which produces executive knowledge-shar

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3 Strategies To Help Your Nonprofit Do More With Less

InitLive

This year has been a struggle for every organization, business, and nonprofit around the world. Everyone is now being asked to do more with less, and for most, that's a tall order to meet. This year has been particularly difficult for nonprofits and their fundraising events. With fewer opportunities to bring in donations and more demand for their community programs, some new strategies need to be considered to help weather the storm.

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23 Charming Decorations for Your Luxury Event

eventplanner

When it comes to luxury events, it all comes down to attention to detail. Remarkable light installations, comfortable furniture, and soothing colors and interesting patterns are all decoration elements that are key to the attendees’ experience.

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