Endless Events
OCTOBER 17, 2018
Do you audit your AV budget? If not you might be overpaying, or not really getting the equipment best suited for your event. While auditing your AV budget sounds overwhelming, you need to do it! This will allow you to make sure you are getting exactly what you need and the most bang for your budget. In this episode of Whiteboard Wednesday, Will Curran will walk you through how to audit your AV budget.
Hubilo Blog
OCTOBER 17, 2018
A good event description is crucial to getting people out to your event. You need to give them a good reason why they should spend their money and time with you. It starts with getting their attention with a catchy title. You also need to know what your audience is interested in. Write a description that is organized, readable, and visual. Here are six tips to write an awesome event description. 1.
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.
Oveit
OCTOBER 18, 2018
Visual content is very appreciated and the mix between it and social media is irresistible, but not all event planners have the time to deal with the numerous social platforms that are available today. To help you I have created this cheat sheet for the main social media platforms and the photo dimensions that you should use on each of them. Visual content has the ability to instantly share emotions that your attendees felt while partying at your events and the purpose of this article is to help
Conferences that Work
OCTOBER 15, 2018
The other day, Celia and I were walking in Boston’s beautiful Arnold Arboretum when she asked me who’d responded to an email I’d sent. When I pulled out my phone to answer her question, she said she felt she was walking with a third person, a stranger. Read the full article at Conferences That Work Related posts: A birthday present for you on the 21st anniversary of Conferences That Work What a long strange trip it’s been The first Conferences That Work event was held J
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.
Velvet Chainsaw
OCTOBER 17, 2018
People don’t trust institutions today say sociologist Dr. Josh Packard. We don’t think institutions have our best interests in mind he says. We believe they serve the interests of the professionals who created and run them, and they serve the interests of perpetuating their own existence. Your association, annual conference, and governance are all institutions.
Event Pro Update brings together the best content for event, conference, and meeting planning professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
EventMB
OCTOBER 18, 2018
This is a sponsored post by Omnience. More information about Event Manager Blog’s sponsored posts. From unbelievable event technology to a revitalized focus on personalized learning environments and attendees’ work/life balance, the future of event planning in 2020 looks bright. In this post, we discuss the digital world’s influence on attendees’ experiences, the next level of […].
BizBash
OCTOBER 16, 2018
The Los Angeles Philharmonic kicked off its 100th anniversary season on September 30 in a big way. The orchestra started.
GEVME
OCTOBER 17, 2018
There are many reasons to hire a food truck for events. Business meetings, conferences, and presentations often take place over a long period of time. Sometimes they take a whole day or even more than one day. Often, guests and partners from other cities and countries are invited to the event. Whatever your particular case may be, food truck catering for events is a great idea.
Smart Meetings
OCTOBER 14, 2018
In Kentucky, where 95 percent of the world’s bourbon is produced, there’s almost as much interest in the process as there is in the finished product. Almost. According to Kentucky Distiller’s Association, a nonprofit trade group founded in 1880, this spirit production has increased more than 300 percent since 2000, reaching its highest level in more than 50 years.
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.
EventMB
OCTOBER 18, 2018
This is a sponsored post by Omnience. More information about Event Manager Blog’s sponsored posts. From unbelievable event technology to a revitalized focus on personalized learning environments and attendees’ work/life balance, the future of event planning in 2020 looks bright. In this post, we discuss the digital world’s influence on attendees’ experiences, the next level of […].
BizBash
OCTOBER 18, 2018
The largest gathering of event planners in western Canada is set to take place in one of Cvent's Top 10.
Eventmobi
OCTOBER 18, 2018
For us at EventMobi, team bonding and work-life balance are the reasons why we love the culture here. Being able to rely on our colleagues, contribute ideas and have each of our voices heard, and be proud of the great value that we’re providing to clients all coincide to build a fun and productive work environment. Ever since the beginning of EventMobi back in 2010, we’ve packed our bags every year and headed for a Team Retreat.
Smart Meetings
OCTOBER 16, 2018
Smart Meetings’ Director of Marketing Jennifer Harrington (left) and founder and CEO Marin Bright (right), with Cheryl Rogers (middle), corporate events manager at Solara Medical Supplies, are on the ground at IMEX America. IMEX America, the mega annual event for the meetings industry, always generates plenty of excitement as professionals from throughout the world gather to do business, learn, socialize —and have a blast doing all of it.
Advertisement
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.
EventMB
OCTOBER 15, 2018
Not all events are created equal. Some events leave a long-lasting legacy. This report explores 29 events that made a difference. Events have the power to change the world. We researched over 350 global events to find the best examples of events that have made an impact for individuals, communities, a nation or an industry. […]. The post The Power of Events [Free Report] by Julius Solaris appeared first on [link].
BizBash
OCTOBER 17, 2018
The 11th annual Food Network & Cooking Channel New York City Wine & Food Festival presented by Capital One delivered.
Endless Events
OCTOBER 19, 2018
Quick question: What’s one of the best ways to stay on top of industry trends and ideas? That’s right – by reading insights shared by industry experts on their blogs, of course! After all, event industry blogs are accessible, provide information about events from around the globe and cover every aspect of event planning. You can find bigger and better ways to deploy events, the latest in event tech, and follow where other event profs’ careers are taking them.
Smart Meetings
OCTOBER 16, 2018
Columbus Skyline photo by Andy Spessard. It’s not even Halloween yet, but it’s never too early to plan ahead for next year’s ASAE Annual Meeting & Exposition in Columbus, Ohio. The organization announced this first-time host city all the way back in July 2016, for cryin’ out loud! They estimate that 20 percent of the nearly 6,000 attendees will book their own group’s convention there within five years.
Advertisement
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.
EventMB
OCTOBER 16, 2018
This is a sponsored post by Visit Anaheim. More information about Event Manager Blog’s sponsored posts. When considering a venue or destination, it’s good practice to think of the entire local area. Sure, you need a venue that addresses your needs, but it shouldn’t stop there when you’re compiling places for your short list. Look outside […]. The post 7 Ways the Local Area Can Make Your Meeting the Best Ever by Visit Anaheim appeared first on [link].
BizBash
OCTOBER 18, 2018
The cryptic event invitation reads, “Uncover a dreamlike world that exists just behind the familiar facade of Manhattan.” Other than.
GEVME
OCTOBER 15, 2018
Networking events are very important for business because finding yourself in communication with someone who has the capacity to improve your ability to be productive is a major benefit of talking to many different people at networking events. It is a way of making the most of your time and increasing your business opportunities. The B2B segment cannot exist without close interpersonal business communication at the highest level.
Smart Meetings
OCTOBER 16, 2018
Our publisher Eric Haase (left) and content chief JT Long (right) holding down the Smart Monday fort. The meetings industry converged on Las Vegas Monday for the start of #IMEX18 at Sands Expo. On the agenda was registration, set-up and lots of discovery during Smart Monday powered by MPI. The Smart Meetings team was on the scene, gathering inspiring ideas to share with those who couldn’t be there—and those who were there, but couldn’t be in all places at once. 1.
Advertisement
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
OCTOBER 16, 2018
This is a sponsored post written by Lori Esposito, Chief Marketing Officer, MeetingPlay. More information about Event Manager Blog’s sponsored posts. Your event app is an engagement engine, creating all kinds of new interactions between attendees. But planners often overlook another opportunity created by their app: monetization. Sponsors are one of the cornerstones of your event. […].
BizBash
OCTOBER 17, 2018
Canadians don’t “pop over,” they “pop down.” That local idiom helped inspire Toronto-based Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts’ latest event.
Event Industry News
OCTOBER 17, 2018
Co-founder Adam Parry has revealed a perfect line-up for the Festival and Future Stage at Event Tech Live. Focused on solutions to organisers’ typical pinch points in the field, topics over ETL’s two days include: Using Tech To Manage Risk, The Future of Event Ticketing, How Does Your Festival Sound, the cashless conundrum, Detecting Drone Threats and the sought after Robust Internet for Outdoor Events.
Smart Meetings
OCTOBER 15, 2018
More : 6 Smart Moves: Wellness Edition. Denise Mope Hotel Crescent Court in Dallas’s Uptown neighborhood added Mope as director of sales and marketing. Most recently, she held the same title at The Westin Dallas Downtown. Previously, she was director of sales and revenue at The Joule in Dallas as well as reservations and revenue manager at The Turnberry Isle Resort & Club in Aventura, Florida, and The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes.
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.
EventMB
OCTOBER 17, 2018
Blerter is a communications and operations tool to help you deliver smoother, slicker and safer events. Here is our review. Blerter: What Is It? Blerter takes a new approach to event operations management to improve event delivery during the event build, live event and breakdown. Blerter is particularly useful for large, multi-day or outdoor […].
BizBash
OCTOBER 15, 2018
Personalization has swept through our lives: entertainment, news, dating, food options—it's all endlessly customizable. And your event is no different. Attendees.
Tito Blog | An Event Blog for Organisers
OCTOBER 15, 2018
Space is the most lucrative commodity in Dublin. For those of you who are not familiar with property in Ireland's capital, here are some statistics: There are approximately 9,846 homeless people in Ireland ( June, 2018 ). There are 1,367 families with 2,894 children in homeless accommodation in Dublin alone. ( July, 2018 ). Four families became homeless every day in July of this year.
Expert insights. Personalized for you.
149 
Let's personalize your content