Planning Pod

MAY 15, 2020

But most of us then put the device away because we feel ever-so-slightly self-conscious ignoring the speaker or presentation while we text away or watch a video with our earbuds in. With virtual events, there is nobody else present to stare-shame you into paying attention. Stale event programming is yet another reason.

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Social Tables

OCTOBER 6, 2018

All of the above is driving the generation’s expectations for meetings and events, ultimately redefining the meeting industry entirely. Gone are the days of static schedules, where speaker after speaker shuffle on stage while attendees remain seated. The Boston event, now in its fifth year, has countless moving parts.

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Social Tables

OCTOBER 6, 2018

All of the above is driving the generation’s expectations in regards to meetings and events, ultimately redefining the industry as a result. Gone are the days of static schedules that shuffle through speaker after speaker while attendees remain seated. Control over the meeting agenda is moving to attendees.

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Social Tables

JULY 25, 2018

Guests want event concepts that matter to their unique selves, which means planners and venues have to focus on accommodating for each individual, creating personally fulfilling experiences that cater to all of these layered needs. This is what the industry means when they throw around the idea of “purposeful meetings.”

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Certain

OCTOBER 14, 2016

Be sure to make it known to the influencers how much you appreciate their involvement and continue to engage in discussion with them during and after the event. Plan Compelling Sessions and Speakers. What good is an event without some first class speakers and sessions. This way, attendees will want to come to your event.

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Expo Logic

DECEMBER 27, 2019

Handouts: Swap those printed event programs and booklets for comprehensive, paperless e-programs. Presentations: Use your app to house speaker or panel presentations for guests to consult later. These printed materials are useful, yet are one of the largest contributors to event paper waste. Transportation.

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Bizzabo

SEPTEMBER 10, 2020

Here are some different virtual event use cases depending on your business goals. These events feature tons of speakers, a variety of session topics and product demos, depending on the industry. Event goal: Virtual summits are beneficial for lead generation, brand building and creating long-tail content. Virtual Summit.

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