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SEPTEMBER 17, 2020
When the events industry went virtual earlier this year, many creators rushed to turn in-person gatherings — fitness classes, craft workshops, trivia nights, comedy shows, and more — into livestreamed online events. But moving your entire event enterprise online can be intimidating. There’s all sorts of new tools and costs to consider: webcams, microphones, backdrops, […].
InitLive
SEPTEMBER 16, 2020
This year has thrown a lot of curveballs at the nonprofit industry. Still, organizations continue to invest in their nonprofit operations in order to continue to increase their positive impact despite all the new challenges they face. This article will explore the top 8 operational trends nonprofits are implementing in 2020 as they continue to work towards their goals. 1.Volunteer Tracking and Safety Protocols.
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All Seated
SEPTEMBER 16, 2020
Thanks to advancements in technology, planning a destination wedding is now easier and more accessible than ever before. A destination wedding couple can now virtually tour destination wedding location venues, make decisions, and collaborate with destination wedding vendors throughout the entire planning process without leaving their home. For venues and event professionals working with clients to plan destination weddings, digital planning tools, and event planning platforms offer many collabor
Attendease
SEPTEMBER 16, 2020
We are pleased to announce that Attendease has been shortlisted for five categories under the Event Tech Awards 2020. The Event Tech Awards recognizes the achievement of companies delivering outstanding digital and technological solutions to the events industry and it takes place in London, each year. Here are the categories in which Attendease has been nominated to this year: Best Visitor Registration Technology.
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SEPTEMBER 14, 2020
Even when it’s your company’s driving force, being inclusive is not always easy. “We were on a shoestring budget for our first conference back in 2015,” says Melinda Epler, the CEO of Change Catalyst, a consulting firm that helps tech companies build inclusive ecosystems. When a deaf attendee reached out to request an ASL interpreter, […].
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EventMB
SEPTEMBER 16, 2020
Virtual event technology has accelerated more in the past six months than in the past six years. What can you expect to see in virtual events in the near future? At our latest event, I argued with a few of our speakers. While we discussed hybrid events, many on the panel started saying that they […]. The post What’s Next for Virtual Event Technology?
Event Farm
SEPTEMBER 17, 2020
This time last year, very few people ever thought about virtual events. Hosting a webinar? Sure, that was business as usual. But a virtual conference? Not on the radar. This spring, when the pandemic interrupted business as usual, no one knew what to expect from a virtual conference, and frankly, the bar was set pretty low. But now, 6 months later, it’s a whole different story.
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SEPTEMBER 16, 2020
Since June, a visit to the Eventbrite homepage reveals a striking image: A jet-black map of the United States lit up with a constellation of yellow pins, each one marking a different march in support of racial equality. It’s a visual representation of what we anecdotally know to be true: Socially-conscious organizers are seeking to […].
Endless Events
SEPTEMBER 16, 2020
It’s been quite an interesting year for the events industry, to say the least. With a pandemic sweeping the world and in-person events canceled, it seemed like all was lost. But if there’s one thing event professionals are known for it’s being flexible. Thanks to this knack for adaptability, a surge in virtual events completely shifted the paradigm, and audiences were introduced to brand new ways to connect and experience the world.
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EventMB
SEPTEMBER 14, 2020
Since the onset of Covid-19, myths about its origins and its very nature have abounded. In this article, we discuss 10 of the most stubborn misconceptions and why it’s important for event planners to see past the rhetoric. It’s easy to get caught up in arguments about Covid-19. The pandemic has disrupted so many aspects […]. The post The 10 Biggest Covid Myths Event Planners Need to Ignore by Angela Tupper appeared first on [link].
Expo Pass
SEPTEMBER 14, 2020
(3 Minute Read). The virtual event stage is open 24/7 and the mic is always on. That’s a lot of time to fill. So we checked out a few recent events — WWDC, Microsoft Build, Comic-Con, and The New York Film Festival, and made some notes on the best ways to get creative with time slots. . The short stuff — 5 minutes or less Quick and real, or animated.
Planning Pod
SEPTEMBER 18, 2020
As many event professionals have discovered from experience, one effective method of enhancing the attendee experience and maintaining the attention of guests is to lay out your conference or meeting space in an innovative or unexpected setup. By using novel or unconventional conference room layouts, you give your attendees a new, fresh way to collaborate and interact with each other and the physical space itself, stimulating thought and conversation.
Event Industry News
SEPTEMBER 16, 2020
The Romanian Concerts Organizers’ Association (AROC) is optimistic regarding the restarting of the live medium and big events. Following the productive meeting with the Deputy Prime Minister Raluca Turcan and Government representatives on September 9 th , were put the basis of the relaunch of the live sector in 2021, in maximum safety conditions. During the following period there will be organized work groups, under the coordination of the Deputy Prime Minister Raluca Turcan, between the two par
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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
SEPTEMBER 17, 2020
Conference Compass is an all-in-one platform that includes mobile and web apps and offers features for virtual, hybrid, and live events. Here is our review. Conference Compass Virtual Event Platform: What Is It? Conference Compass' #OneCommunity virtual event platform is an add-on to its 365 Community Mobile Platform and CMS. The platform is […].
SmartMeetings
SEPTEMBER 17, 2020
Fasten your seatbelts, it may be a bumpy ride: Meeting professionals who have been forced to deliver their award-winning programs digitally are getting a crash course in the right and wrong ways to design a virtual event. Some are learning hard lessons about the pitfalls of trying to copy and paste a 3-D agenda into a format that’s delivered through a flat screen.
Endless Events
SEPTEMBER 18, 2020
?? The Best of the Best: What’s Brewing: Live Events Coalition: Is It Helping The Industry? ? As we approach the final quarter of 2020, make sure that you’re up to date on this year’s Virtual Event Trends. Starting the month off with Red Alert Restart! ??. Hello! Did you miss me? I sure missed you! I took a much needed week off from the newsletter during after the holiday weekend.
Event Industry News
SEPTEMBER 18, 2020
Now Playing. Event production agency Broadsword Event House have created a showcase for their virtual and hybrid events that is designed to challenge the traditional event format. Collaboration was at the heart of this project, working with the Saatchi gallery as venue and multiple event suppliers, Broadsword produced and directed a short film on the new post Covid challenges organisers and suppliers are facing.
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EventMB
SEPTEMBER 17, 2020
Germany has deemed travel for trade shows and exhibitions "essential" as of September 15th. This is a significant development for the global events industry that may help kick-start international travel for events around the world — if it lasts. Germany has largely been at the forefront of the events indsutry's recovery from the pandemic, starting […].
ePly
SEPTEMBER 16, 2020
Engaging young professionals can be tough, especially when it comes to events. Throw the word ‘networking’ out there, and people seem to run for the hills. But you know what makes networking a lot less intimidating and a lot more appealing? When there’s an activity to break the ice. (And no, nothing cheesy.) Remember, young professionals want to connect — but you’ll be much more successful at engaging them if you can help them do so in a way that’s going to be fun.
Endless Events
SEPTEMBER 17, 2020
Tomorrowland 2020 happened recently , and the result is something no one was expecting. Like many other high-profile events, the festival was forced to make the decision of either canceling or going virtual. Well, they chose the latter, and now the events industry has solid proof that not only can digital experiences be a success, but they can bring even better results than in-person events.
Event Industry News
SEPTEMBER 17, 2020
Socio has announced the EventHack Hybrid Games , a 10-week hackathon that brings together 72 industry leaders, marketers, and journalists to square off and compete for the ultimate hybrid-crossover solution. As restrictions on large gatherings eventually begin to ease, the industry anticipates organizers will pivot to a hybrid event model, which combines a smaller, in-person audience with a virtual audience.
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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.
EventMB
SEPTEMBER 15, 2020
Basic webinar solutions like Zoom have become the default virtual event solution even though that’s not what they were designed for. In reality, they struggle to offer compelling event experiences. But with the right technology, online events can successfully generate higher attendance, sponsorships, and ultimately profit. Virtual has been a lifeline for the events industry […].
EventSource
SEPTEMBER 17, 2020
You know the story: guy walks into a bar, girl serves him at the bar, they get to talking and arrange a first date and they’ve been inseparable ever since. At least, that’s how Erin and Tony’s love story unfolded. While the couple might disagree on who initially made the first move, their love was cemented during their elegant, art-deco-inspired wedding at Ricarda's | The Atrium.
Endless Events
SEPTEMBER 15, 2020
It’s time to talk about engagement at virtual events yet again. And yes, this is a topic that we’ve covered in depth before. However, as the world keeps changing around us and the industry shifts, these conversations need to be consistent. Pushing the boundaries of what we’ve been doing so far, learning about new and emerging technologies and how they can be harnessed is vital.
Event Industry News
SEPTEMBER 16, 2020
The Meetings Industry Association has welcomed today’s high court ruling on business interruption insurance polices, which suggests COVID-19 claims should be paid in most cases if policies had pandemic or notifiable disease clauses. Jane Longhurst, chief executive of the Meetings Industry Association said: “We know from our recent industry survey that 92% of respondents stated that their financial losses to date have not been covered by their insurance policy, so this test case is promising news
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SmartMeetings
SEPTEMBER 16, 2020
Providing peace of mind to help attendees feel confident and safe during these times is the ultimate business goal for many right now. There are many tips to keep in mind to safely return to in-person meetings and events. Seasoned event industry professionals are constantly educating themselves on the matter and closely watching and adapting based on CDC recommendations.
Eventbrite UK
SEPTEMBER 17, 2020
When the events industry went virtual earlier this year, many creators rushed to turn in-person gatherings — fitness classes, craft workshops, trivia nights, comedy shows, and more — into livestreamed online events. But moving your entire event enterprise online can be intimidating. There’s all sorts of new tools and costs to consider: webcams, microphones, backdrops, […].
EventSource
SEPTEMBER 15, 2020
Olivia and Nick’s wedding at Casa Loma had all the elegance of a fairy-tale wedding with hints of personality and flair that made it truly remarkable. The bride knew she wanted her special day to resemble “Beauty and the Beast” and the creative minds at Moonlit Events Co. helped make her Disney dreams come true. Shot by the talented photographer Elizabeth in Love , you’ll definitely wish you were a guest at this wedding!
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