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A novel way to assess consensus

Conferences that Work

Chapter 44 of my book The Power of Participation explains how facilitators use participatory voting to provide public information about viewpoints in the room, and pave the way for further discussion. In particular, we often use participatory voting to assess consensus. It’s often unclear whether a group has formed a consensus around a specific viewpoint or proposed action.

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Oscars 2021: No Zoom Allowed!

Endless Events

Oscars 2021 are just around the corner and the producers of the show have announced that attending virtually won’t be a possibility this year. Hoping for the event to be inspirational and aspirational, they asked the attendees to come dressed to the nines and leave their casual attires at home. The Event Brew crew is not sure how they feel about in-person-only Oscars 2021 and the authenticity of the gala event’s theme, “Stories Matter” Sure, we are all excited about the i

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58 of the Most Influential People in Virtual Events

Glisser

The events industry has had a tough year to say the least, but these challenging times have also inspired some huge achievements and innovations in virtual events. Here, we celebrate some of the people who have gone above and beyond this past year, and we urge you to follow them for inspiration, success stories and motivation.

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Concerts Revisited: Planning Music Events in 2021 and Beyond

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For creators in the music industry, 2020 was all about agility and adaptability. In the face of canceled or postponed live events, attendees were more hungry for entertainment than ever. Many concerts and festivals responded with online content, but they soon found that bringing the music to people in their homes presented a whole new […].

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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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Ticker: Regular Updates on Events Taking Place in Person

Event Marketer

4.29.21. CES: Jan. 5-8, 2022, Las Vegas. After announcing, then detracting, plans for a physical show in 2021, CES organizers say the event is back in action for 2022 with a hybrid format. Confirmed brands attending the in-person world’s largest tech conference include Amazon, AT&T, Dell and Google. Read more here. GoPro Mountain Games: June 10-13, Vail, CO.

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The Evia Platform [Review]

EventMB

Evia Virtual Event Platform is a configurable event platform that focuses on content delivery and offers production services to assist planners in designing and executing their events. Here is our review. The Evia Platform: What Is It? Evia’s AWS-based virtual event platform emphasizes content delivery and presentation, and is configurable based on event needs. […].

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Checklist: Planning a Grand Reopening Event After COVID-19

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Hosting any kind of event requires planning and organization to ensure it goes off without a hitch. Following an event planning checklist can make this process less intimidating — but your old checklist might be out of date. If you’re planning a grand reopening event to celebrate the return of in-person events, then you need a checklist […].

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How to Plan a Concert in 10 Steps

Social Tables

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Shannon and Mike’s Romantic Nuptials at Evergreen Brick Works

EventSource

The beautiful and romantic details are endless for Shannon and Mike’s special day. The couple bridged the gap between all-out-glam and rustic charm with their wedding at the Evergreen Brick Works , and the result was priceless! Thankfully talented photographer Lindsie Grey was there to snap each memorable moment! Surrounded by gorgeous natural greenery, the couple said “I do” in a stylish outdoor ceremony in front of friends and family who were seated on modern phantom chairs f

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Relevance, Reach, Revenue: 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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Why the Event Industry Can No Longer Ignore Climate Change

EventMB

The event industry has the opportunity and the responsibility to play a game-changing role in reducing carbon emissions. However, it cannot do so by returning to the profoundly unsustainable industry of the past; to succeed, it must change what it stands for. This article is not aimed at changing opinions (the challenge we face with […]. The post Why the Event Industry Can No Longer Ignore Climate Change by Fiona Pelhan appeared first on [link].

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Introducing RECONVENE: The Event for Event Creators

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As the world reopens and people start to gather again, Eventbrite wants to celebrate, amplify, and support you, the resilient makers and doers of the event community. That’s why we’re thrilled to announce RECONVENE, a free virtual skillsharing summit about the future of events made for independent event creators of all kinds. This two-day, interactive […].

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10 Tips That Will help You Host A Successful Digital Event in 2021

GEVME

We exist in an age where it is now officially a task to keep people hooked onto their devices when hosting digital events 2021. People spend most of their day watching one device or another because there is something there that has attention. This keeps them hooked onto their device for hours on end. When there is a launch of a long-awaited TV series on Netflix, there will be so many people who will binge-watch an entire season in one go.

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Five Reasons Your Significant Other’s Siblings Should be your Go To for Information

EventSource

While seeing how your SO navigates relationships with roommates and friends can tell you a great deal about them – how your partner interacts with his or her siblings could provide the most insight into who they are as a person due to their shared childhood. While parents are always a good go-to for cute stories – parents tend to see their children through rose coloured glasses.

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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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What Texas’ Reopening Can Teach the Event Industry About Mask Mandates

EventMB

Texas made headlines last month when it lifted all restrictions including its state-wide mask mandate, but industry sources say most businesses are still upholding safety rules that go beyond government requirements — and so far, consumer demand seems to be onside. As of March 10, Texas no longer requires its residents to wear masks in […]. The post What Texas’ Reopening Can Teach the Event Industry About Mask Mandates by Angela Tupper appeared first on [link].

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8 Audience Engagement Strategies for More Meaningful Events

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Don’t let your event become a series of boring slideshow presentations. Here’s how to motivate audience participation at events (without risking any awkward moments).

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How To Plan A Digital Event

GEVME

We have already entered the digital world and are continually exploring what is new. It is exciting to think about the era that we are in right now. By harnessing all these powerful tools such as social media, digital marketing, online events, artificial intelligence, UI, the Internet of things, we can create experiences that will bewilder the audience every single time.

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Julie and Ben’s Romantic Nuptials at the Berkeley Church

EventSource

If you’ve ever dreamed of a lavish, romantic affair for your special day, look no further than Julie and Ben’s stunning wedding at Berkeley Church & Field House. The brilliant team at Willow Rose Events helped bring the couple’s wedding dreams to life with rich details and bold colours. There are so many Pin-worthy parts of this celebration that you’ll definitely want to check out this beautiful gallery shot by the talented lens of Toronto Wedding Studios.

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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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365 Community Engagement: What Could It Actually Look Like for Events?

EventMB

Ongoing ‘365 engagement’ is on the horizon, according to event tech providers, but they have yet to form a clear picture of just what it will look like. Community building through virtual events will be key, but how should you fold that into ongoing engagement? Virtual event tech has introduced a number of new vehicles […]. The post 365 Community Engagement: What Could It Actually Look Like for Events?

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A Deep Dive into Eventbrite for Event Organizers

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Eventbrite allows you to create an event, promote it, and sell tickets — all on one convenient platform. Whether you’re hosting an in-person event or a virtual one, the platform can help you manage the event from start to finish, from your initial event planning to checking your attendees into the event. If you’re new […].

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The Grand Reopening Event Planning Checklist You Need to Bookmark

Eventbrite UK

While most creators have a trusty event planning checklist that they consult in normal times, organising a post-lockdown event comes with a whole host of different factors to consider. Whether it’s ordering PPE supplies for staff or ensuring that social distancing measures are being adhered to, you’ll want to make sure that your event complies […].

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PENGUINS PRODUCE THE CHANGING FACE OF REWARD & RECOGNITION REPORT

Prestige Events Magazine

Penguins have seen first-hand the challenging times we are facing and how it has affected businesses in many ways, switching off traditional, but successful methods of communication and activities that have been an integral part of business strategies and relied on as a way of engaging with the team. Therefore, reward and recognition programmes are vital to post-pandemic workplaces.

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How to Get Speakers, Exhibitors, and Attendees to Promote Your Event With Video

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

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The Case For Event Video Storage

Endless Events

Event planners are often too busy with the actual event to even worry about what will happen next. And we don’t blame you! Be it virtual, hybrid, or live, event planning is exhausting. But coming up with a post-event strategy is something we highly encourage you to do. Keeping the hype alive in this day and age isn’t the easiest thing, but repurposing the content of your event and using it as an external marketing tool goes a long way to keep your name on everyone’s lips.

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How to Prepare for the Next Crisis: Event Insurance Tips

SmartMeetings

When you are planning for an inspiring event, you probably don’t want to imagine the possibility of your hard work going to waste, but the pandemic illustrated why it’s important to prepare for the chance that your meeting may need to be canceled due to circumstances completely outside your control. Here are some vital event insurance tips. Planning for the What Ifs.

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A New Hot Button for Sustainable Events: Water Usage

MeetingsNet

Proposed water restrictions in big meeting and incentive destinations underscore the need for planners to research conservation strategies at host properties as part of their sustainability efforts. Earth Day has come and gone, but the environmental issues affecting the meetings and events industry are persistent and shifting. Case in point: Lake Mead, the biggest reservoir on the Colorado River and which serves much of Arizona and Nevada as well as parts of southern California, is at just 40 pe

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Church House Westminster and Team Unpuzzled collaborate to host the 3rd session of The Next Golden Age of Events

Prestige Events Magazine

Join the free interactive corporate team building session next Tuesday 27th April at 10.30am with Helen Saxton of Teams Unpuzzled! Although this event is virtual (including a mini virtual murder mystery), the team will be exploring the importance of team-building experiences following the impact of the pandemic, discovering the options for virtual as well as in-person team-building experiences and Helen will share her top tips for creating engaging team-building activities for your teams.

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Campaigns that Click: Practical Personalization Strategies to Boost ROI

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.

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Understanding Hybrid Event Models: An Endless Events Guide

Endless Events

At first glance, it might seem like a hybrid event is pretty straightforward. You take virtual, you take in-person, and bada bing bada boom, you got yourself a hybrid experience! Well, sort of. While it’s common knowledge at this point that this type of event merges digital and live together, there are actually several ways you can go about it.

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Why It’s Crucial That You Nurture Your Relationships With Venues

Special Events

In addition to the benefits you stand to gain, a good venue-vendor relationship is also a win for clients.

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Refocusing on a Critical Issue: Sustainability

MeetingsNet

The 51st annual edition of Earth Day is Thursday, April 22—an opportune moment for planners and suppliers alike to once again prioritize their efforts to build eco-friendly in-person events. With so many meeting professionals focused on the face-to-face business gatherings that are likely to take place later in 2021, this year’s Earth Day on April 22 might not receive as much attention across the meeting and incentive industry as in years past.