Conferences that Work
JULY 26, 2021
Growing up, just about every child experiences name-calling. I certainly did. Sometimes I’d tell my mum, and she’d repeat the childhood rhyme: “ Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me. ” Oh, if only that were that true! In his memoir, English actor and writer, Stephen Fry , expresses an extreme version of what many have experienced: “Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will always hurt me.
EventMB
JULY 29, 2021
Encouraging vaccine rollouts have exhibition event organizers in many areas determined to go back onsite. However, they’ll need exhibitors on board. Against a backdrop of new variants and virtual alternatives, will they come back? Here’s what the data says. Trade shows have had a rough go of virtual, forcing many sponsors and exhibitors to re-evaluate […].
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Expo Pass
JULY 27, 2021
In-person events are back this summer. After a year of no events, everyone in the event world is more than ready to make it happen. Venues have a plan. Attendees are fired-up. And of course, organizers have been getting creative with in-person marketing, themes, outdoor options, and tons of other reasons to get off the couch. Yes, it’s time to say goodbye to the couch.
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JULY 29, 2021
If part of your event marketing strategy is growing on Instagram, you’ve clearly had that lightbulb moment. With more than 1 billion active users spending an average of 53 minutes per day on the platform, Instagram can be an incredibly effective tool – especially for creators who know how to use it. The secret is […].
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SpotMe Blog
JULY 25, 2021
With the world heading back to some sense of normalcy, many companies are anxious to include in-person components to their virtual events again, and vice versa, to create a hybrid event experience. Most events have had to pivot toward a virtual-only model since last March, and despite the unexpected change of plans, many experienced great success. .
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EventMB
JULY 27, 2021
Multi-hub events may seem like the obvious solution as ongoing restrictions, uncertainty, and sustainability concerns force us to consider smaller, more local events. But the added cost and logistics make scaling the strategy a daunting prospect. Could community-run events be the answer? As the American economy begins to amble towards recovery, event planners keen to […].
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JULY 27, 2021
It’s a brand new era for live events — but it’s important to ensure that your upcoming events are ready to launch. After 12 or more months of inactivity and countless changes for both businesses and consumers, making all the right decisions can be tough. We’ve put together answers to some of the most frequently asked questions […].
SpotMe Blog
JULY 27, 2021
You already know that webinars are among the greatest ways to reach and educate your target audience. From anywhere in the world, you have the power to gain interest in your product, gather valuable feedback from participants, and generate massive amounts of highly qualified leads. Webinars and online events are definitely worth the effort even though measuring their success can sometimes be tricky because it can take many points of contact to close a sale.
Eventbrite UK
JULY 29, 2021
Discover these 12 need-to-know audience engagement tools that can bring your event to life with debate, opinion, sharing and fun. The post 10 Audience Engagement Tools You Need to Know About appeared first on Eventbrite UK.
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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
JULY 28, 2021
Attendees at virtual events usually have to register before seeing a schedule, but some events and platforms are shifting the paradigm. Could giving them more information and choice upfront help drive registration? With borders closed, venues shut, and face-to-face meetings not yet a sure thing, virtual events have been a welcome means of connection and […].
Event Marketer
JULY 27, 2021
Corona took a direct approach to its 2021 Indiana Pacers sponsorship with elaborate mobile locker room fan activations. Throughout all of the goals, touchdowns, runs and points scored, and all of the tackles, blocks, catches and assists made, one very important thing has been missing from professional. sports for the better part of the last 16 months: fans.
Endless Events
JULY 29, 2021
Since the dawn of civilization, humans have fostered and admired creativity. Being creative is a wonderful feeling, a rush of sorts, and one that pretty much powers the most wonderful things in life. And in many ways, creativity is exactly what’s at the heart of the events industry. Every little piece, every small thought and detail, from the choice of venue to the catering and the experience we want attendees to have must invariably involve some degree of creativity.
Smart Meetings
JULY 28, 2021
The number of meetings being scheduled now is quickly picking up steam as mask mandates are lifted and people start gathering again, but meeting formats have evolved. The “meeting” as defined by delivering content from a stage is getting shorter—or even nonexistent—as groups put emphasis on team bonding and book more activities than ever before. Ty Brassie.
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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
EventSource
JULY 26, 2021
Wedding themes aren’t necessary, but they can definitely set your wedding apart from the rest. There’s a lot to consider before pulling off a themed wedding, so here are some questions to consider and a list of pros and cons to help guide you toward taking your first step into planning. If you’re considering having a wedding theme, first ask yourself: 1.
InitLive
JULY 27, 2021
Volunteers are the main workforce driving most nonprofit events and programs. They are often the team behind the mission, making recruiting and retaining committed volunteers a top priority for most nonprofits. In fact, according to a Volunteerpro survey , 30% of volunteer managers reported volunteer recruitment as their top challenge in 2020. To overcome this challenge and set your nonprofit up for success, we have created this comprehensive guide that offers insight and tips on how to recruit
Endless Events
JULY 30, 2021
In the race to plan the perfect hybrid event, you’re only competing against yourself. Gone are the days when every event prof was scrambling to perfect the art of virtual events and become the beacon of digital experiences. If anything, after all the trials and tribulations, we learned to stay united. And as we find ourselves still navigating uncertain waters, new challenges arise.
Smart Meetings
JULY 26, 2021
The phrase “ self-care ” floats around in a realm of terms like “ wellness ” and “mindfulness”—terms we most often see in the marketing of supplements and beauty products. However, most buzz words don’t get an international day of recognition from the World Health Organization, which is suggestive of the deep effects that true self-care can have on daily life.
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EventSource
JULY 29, 2021
The fairytale vibes of Elaine and Saleem’s dreamy wedding gave us all the feels. The couple’s celebration took place at two stunning venues — Casa Loma and The Guild Inn Estate – that beautifully showcased the magical vibes of their special day. With gorgeous details and tender moments, you will definitely want to check out this gorgeous gallery shot by the talented lens of Fox Photography.
Event Marketer
JULY 26, 2021
Storytelling has always been the beating heart of experiential marketing. The most memorable events immerse attendees into a story, make them part of the story and send attendees home feeling like they have a better understanding of the story the brand is trying to tell. “Storytelling has always been a main component of any great event,” says Cameron Mercer, head of event marketing, EMEA, APAC and Workplace at Facebook.
Endless Events
JULY 27, 2021
We don’t mean to beat a dead horse, yet we’re saying it again: the pandemic has drastically changed the events industry and sped up the evolution of virtual and hybrid events. The process is not over, either. On the contrary: we have just begun! The future of the events industry is uncertain, but today’s #EventIcons guest thinks that it’s going to split into two huge chunks: one belonging to the digital event planner and the other one to the in-person event planner.
Special Events
JULY 30, 2021
Batch working is one of the most effective time management strategies to add to your arsenal if you haven’t already tried it out. By dedicating time and focus to working on one task, you’re able to be more productive and find a flow that maximizes your productivity.
Speaker: Adam Dorfman, Lindsay Harrison, and Erin O'Brien
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.
Bizzabo
JULY 30, 2021
Data can be a gold mine for event marketers. But first they have to know where to find it. “If you can’t measure it, you can’t improve it.”. Peter Drucker’s famous maxim may be something of a business cliche, but it’s as true now as it was 50 years ago. Relying on gut feel will only get you so far. To overcome the event impact gap—and create events that deliver fantastic attendee experiences and incredible business results—marketers must look past intuition and tap into the huge wealth of data i
Stova
JULY 27, 2021
The pandemic taught us great things about innovation born out of crisis. Now that we’ve emerged on the other side of the pandemic, the events industry is in a stronger position than ever before, thanks to many new technologies designed to personalize the event experience. Every attendee can and should have the privilege of feeling safe and comfortable at a conference or meeting, and planners can accomplish this for them by offering a variety of event formats: virtual, hybrid and in-person.
MeetingsNet
JULY 26, 2021
How we can keep our events healthy and thriving in this and every other new normal we’ll face. Sponsored by Eurofins. Even a scientific testing company integral to the global fight against Covid-19 has experienced the uncertainty of in-person events in the Now Normal. In April 2021, ninety-four Eurofins colleagues gathered at a beautiful Orlando resort, where our events team implemented extensive safety precautions: PCR test (upon entry).
QC Event School
JULY 27, 2021
Not sure if online event planning classes are the right fit for YOU? QC Event School Student Ambassador, Tamesha Antria, is here to help you decide once and for all! Tamesha is a graduate of QC’s Event & Wedding Planning, Event Decor, and Virtual Events Training courses. She’s also a current student of the Destination Wedding Planning Course. Her business, Tamesha Antria Productions , offers everything from officiant services, wedding and event planning/coordination, virtual events, and muc
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Special Events
JULY 26, 2021
New-to-market vendors might seem young and fresh with an eye for great social media and web design, but when you are evaluated against these newbies (because you will be!), make sure your story comes through and the substance of your experience is crystal clear.
Event Age by Swapcard
JULY 29, 2021
Going green isn’t just a trend.
MeetingsNet
JULY 26, 2021
How we can keep our events healthy and thriving at this and every new normal we’ll face. Sponsored by Eurofins. Even a scientific testing company integral to the global fight against Covid-19 has experienced the uncertainty of in-person events in the Now Normal. In April 2021, ninety-four Eurofins colleagues gathered at a beautiful Orlando resort, where our events team implemented extensive safety precautions: PCR test (upon entry).
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