GEVME
SEPTEMBER 11, 2020
The manner in which events are being conceptualized in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic is vastly different from what it once used to be. While all forms of in-house events have virtually stopped, live events have spiked like never before. Almost all events have been shifted to video communication services like GEVME Live , Zoom, Skype or Cisco Webex which lets users organize live digital events.
ePly
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
Event planners represent their event and their organization — to vendors, their audience, sponsors, etc. — so whether you’re a beginner or seasoned, in-house or agency, professional development should still be top of mind. One thing that all event planners should have on hand is a quick bio. You never know when it’ll be needed! If you’re trying to figure out where to start, we’ve got you covered: check out this basic template to follow so you can knock out a professional biography in ten minutes
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eventplanner
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
When running a recurring event, you may discover that scaling is needed. Thanks to increased brand awareness and public interest, you’ll need to expand and grow your event. That’s good news, right?
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SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
As venues start to open back up under COVID-19 regulations, event organizers are looking for ways to follow guidelines while reaching their business goals and bringing live event experiences back to their audiences. But they’re facing a number of challenges that they haven’t seen before. With regulations on in-person gatherings rapidly evolving, being able to […].
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
SEPTEMBER 11, 2020
There’s nothing like being in someone’s physical presence to ask questions and feel their vibe. Contessa Walker-Jackson, Exclusively By Tess. Virtual speakers totally differ from in-person speakers. There’s nothing like being in someone’s physical presence to ask questions and feel their vibe. In-person speakers tend to be more personable and more engaging with the audience.
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Conferences that Work
SEPTEMBER 7, 2020
Adding to my reports on new platforms providing online incarnations of traditional conference socials , here’s a review of online social platform Rally. Two points before we start. First, if you don’t know about online social platforms, check out the introduction included in my earlier reviews of Gatherly and Yotribe. And second, bear in mind that these platforms are continually improving, making reviews like this one a moving target.
Picatic by Eventbrite
SEPTEMBER 8, 2020
Taking care of ourselves – and each other – has always been important, but perhaps not as top-of-mind or impactful to our overall well being as this year. Throughout 2020, we’ve been faced with unexpected and emotional triggers from living through a global health pandemic, a significant civil rights movement, an important U.S. Presidential Election […].
EventMB
SEPTEMBER 8, 2020
The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) just released crowd management guidelines, but what do these add when event occupancy numbers are at an all-time low? Event Safety Alliance VP Steven Adelman insists they’re as necessary as ever. As we predicted, the first events coming back to life are largely small and local — so much […]. The post Even Smaller Events Will Have Crowd Management Guidelines by Angela Tupper appeared first on [link].
EventSource
SEPTEMBER 10, 2020
With capacities capped for weddings and special events throughout the pandemic, you bet that you can count on the ingenuity of small business owners to find all sorts of ways to keep the magic alive! In this article, we’ll be highlighting some of the fabulous videographers working hard around the GTA to help couples deliver big impact within a small setting with live streaming services!
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.
Eventbrite UK
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
As venues start to open back up under COVID-19 regulations, event organisers are looking for ways to follow guidelines while reaching their business goals and bringing live event experiences back to their audiences. But they’re facing a number of challenges that they haven’t seen before. With regulations on in-person gatherings rapidly evolving, being able to […].
Picatic by Eventbrite
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
If you have an event with multiple dates or time slots, you need to choose the setup that best fits your event needs before getting started. There are two ways to set up multi-date events. This article will help you decide which setup is best for your event. Multiple dates and times with different details […].
EventMB
SEPTEMBER 7, 2020
Event sustainability enjoyed a surge of support in 2019, featuring both in EventMB’s Megatrends and as a theme in IMEX America 2019. While the pandemic has undeniably shuffled the priorities, it has created a promising chance to do better as well. Sustainable events have gained increasing traction over the last decade. How has Covid-19 affected […].
EventSource
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
With a sophisticated outdoor ceremony and an indoor reception that beautifully balances rustic charm with timeless style, Sarah and Damian’s wedding at Magna Golf Club has subtle provincial charm with off-the-charts elegance! The brilliant planner Shealyn Angus Weddings & Events helped create the wedding of the couple’s dreams, and Purple Tree Wedding Photography truly captured the joy and love-filled nature of their big day.
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Event Industry News
SEPTEMBER 11, 2020
Meet Out to Help Out, the sales incentive scheme for the business events industry proposed by Venuedirectory.com is gaining momentum. Nigel Huddleston MP, parliamentary under secretary of state for sport, tourism and heritage at the department for Digital, Culture, Media & Sport (DCMS), acknowledged the proposed scheme during an interview within the recent UKickstart Event 2020, initiated by etc.venues.
GEVME
SEPTEMBER 6, 2020
The ongoing Pandemic has adversely affected the events industry. Most event organisers have had to rethink their ways, overnight. This sudden halt in the way business happens, as usual, has left event professionals and conference organisers nervous and unequipped to face the new normal. Digital events have become the most central point of communication between brands and consumers.
EventMB
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
While 2020 has seen a major shift in priorities, the issue of systemic racism is front and center. The event industry must do better, and speaker selection is an easy but essential first step. We looked at 150 events to determine how diverse our speaker panels really are. The work of operating more diverse, inclusive, […]. The post New Research Finds that Event Speaker Panels Are Still Not Diverse by Keneisha Williams appeared first on [link].
EventSource
SEPTEMBER 8, 2020
Jenna and Trevor’s stunning tented backyard wedding is unlike any you’ve ever seen before. Mainly because it’s drop dead gorgeous and resembles more of a luxe outdoor oasis than a backyard. The couple have to thank the brilliant minds at Shaw Events who are responsible for creating their dream celebration that includes rich florals, pops of red, and exquisite details.
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Event Industry News
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
Doncaster Racecourse has been told by local health officials to stop spectators attending its St Leger meeting after Wednesday’s opening day. “On the grounds of public health and public safety I have instructed the course to hold the St Leger Festival behind closed doors from tomorrow,” said Dr Rupert Suckling, director of Public Health for Doncaster.
PCMA Convene
SEPTEMBER 10, 2020
Finding an online event platform that will work for your event can be overwhelming. Try using the five P’s to measure a platform’s worth. If you’re still sorting through the (seemingly) infinite number of online event platforms to find the right one for your next event, you’re not alone. Evaluating all the promises of enhanced networking, engaging content delivery, facilitated commerce, new sponsorship opportunities, and more can become a full-time job.
EventMB
SEPTEMBER 10, 2020
Cadence’s event experience platform is an all-in-one event management software that aims to facilitate connections between attendees. Most recently, they've pivoted to focus on the virtual environment. Here is our review. Cadence Virtual Event Experience Platform: What Is It? Cadence is an all-in-one tool that supports event organizers from the planning phase through execution […].
Eventtia
SEPTEMBER 10, 2020
I’ve been with Eventtia for more than four years, and during all that time, we’ve launched a series of exciting initiatives. Many thanks to the co-founders for putting up with all of my crazy marketing ideas! But there hasn’t been anything so breathtaking and inspiring than the project we’re cooking up right now in partnership with our friends from Spitche and MeltinLab.
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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
Event Industry News
SEPTEMBER 7, 2020
Leading online venue resource, venuedirectory.com, has announced a 35% growth in enquiry volumes for meeting space for the last week of August. Managing Director Michael Begley (pictured) explains: “August is always a quieter month for meetings and events enquires, but we’re in unusual times and to see a 35% growth is really positive news for the industry.
PCMA Convene
SEPTEMBER 11, 2020
The Fields Group worked with the Ritz-Carlton Aruba on a recent incentive trip that brought 38 participants, who enjoyed two dinners set up for social distancing on the beach. Incentive, meeting, and event planning company The Fields Group Inc. had an incentive program in Europe planned for a client in the fashion industry in early April. In the early days of the pandemic, the trip was moved to early September, Kelly Hulsey, director of operations for The Fields Group told Convene, but the ongoi
MeetingsNet
SEPTEMBER 11, 2020
A sampling of how the leading independent planning companies execute every sort of event, from user conferences to exotic incentives. The 2020 CMI 25 list is out, with profiles of the 25 largest independent meeting planning companies serving the corporate market in North America. Company pages include their latest developments, business-volume stats, executive listings, and photos—a valuable resource for any organization looking for an experienced planning partner for in-person or hybrid events.
SmartMeetings
SEPTEMBER 8, 2020
The last six months have been a roller coaster for meeting professionals. In a lively webinar last week, Smart Meetings founder and CEO Marin Bright gathered four Smart Women in Meetings Award winners —Cindy Brewer, principal with LEO Events; Desi Whitney, senior vice president of sourcing operations and industry relations with HPN Global; Stefanie Maragna, vice president of corporate marketing and events with Sage Intacct; and Cheryl Rogers, corporate events manager with Solara Medical Supplier
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.
Stova
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
What’s better than new event technology that creates transformative experiences for audiences? As virtual event trailblazers, we at MeetingPlay are constantly innovating to create new solutions that not only boost attendee engagement, but help event organizers to understand the impact of their events. We want every attendee to leave our clients' events feeling like they have gained something truly valuable from attending.
PCMA Convene
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
The practice of mindful movement, which can include basic and safe stretching, uses the body as the anchor of our awareness and can be guided seated or standing. A number of virtual events, including Symphony Talent’s Transform event , have introduced meditation breaks as a way to help attendees focus and provide some stress relief during the continuing COVID-19 crisis.
Event Industry News
SEPTEMBER 8, 2020
Showcase AVi have been successfully delivering Ascential’s World Retail Congress for 5 years. Up until six months ago the team were busy preparing to head to the ‘Rome Cavalieri’ in Italy to deliver the 2020 event, but due to current challenges and restrictions, this year’s delivery will mean a slightly different format and venue. The uncertainty of the pandemic meant that the event organisers needed to make the call to either postpone or cancel their events for 2020.
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