SpotMe Blog

JULY 6, 2021

But with change comes growth, and if the last year (and a half) has taught us anything, it’s that events are more transitional than ever. Keep reading to find out how today’s event specialists are making events work for them from planning and organizing, to design and production. You just might learn something.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 26, 2023

For example, once a stalwart of conference engagements, the tech industry saw a 15% decrease in early registrations in 2023 compared to pre-pandemic levels. As face-to-face meetings became challenging, virtual conferences and webinars became the norm. Offer them: Exclusive rates Priority seating Special recognition during the event 7.

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SpotMe Blog

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

The type of event or conference, and the goals you have are critical factors. The timeline for your event or meeting strategy are key as well. First, you need to have clarity on your virtual event plan, and on your goals. As you use this virtual event platform comparison guide, you may consider the needs of your users.

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Eventbrite UK

MARCH 17, 2020

When unexpected setbacks derail your event, a contingency plan will help you decide your next move. The post How to Host an Online Event or Webinar That Live Event Attendees Will Love appeared first on Eventbrite UK. But what if you don’t have one? The […].

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Attendease

JUNE 30, 2021

It was time to say goodbye to the way you’d always done things, work within difficult restrictions and safety protocols, and step into completely new territory to keep your meetings and events alive. . The problem is that the market is inundated with event tech solutions, leaving you overwhelmed by the sheer amount of options available.

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IMG

JANUARY 16, 2024

Imagine throwing a surprise party for a friend without considering their preferences – it’s like serving sushi to someone who’s a die-hard pizza lover! Bringing the Future to Your Events (Technology): More Than Just Virtual Meetings Now, let’s talk tech. What are the latest trends in the event industry?

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 20, 2022

webinar session: “Planning with Purpose: How to position yourself for a powerful year.”. As meeting professionals are confronted by new questions and new tech in a new year, surrounded by growing health and safety contingencies, how do we anticipate the trends, find the gaps and develop solutions? Driving the Message Home.

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Attendease

MAY 27, 2021

Through this interview, you will learn from Caitlin about the success with Convening Leaders, which went hybrid in January 2021, and their plans for Educon, which will go hybrid in July. Read below (or listen to the recording) to learn more about how PCMA has been managing its virtual and hybrid events in 2021.

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Endless Events

MARCH 15, 2019

Event tech trends are evolving faster than ever before. These giant leaps forward impact and shape the way we execute and plan events. The event tech trends we are listing today are being used everywhere at events and behind the scenes in planning. So how does tech play into this?

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SmartMeetings

MAY 22, 2020

Tech companies tested virtual meetings before they were cool. While delivering information in the form of streaming or recorded keynotes, panel discussions and webinars may seem to be the most straightforward way to take a meeting virtual. Tech aficionados agree. The solution? A virtual reality product launch. Networking.

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Eventsforce

NOVEMBER 19, 2019

Do you consider yourself a tech-savvy event planner? A new research study from Eventsforce has found that 91% of event planners say event tech is an important aspect of their job (46% say VERY important), yet only 48% see themselves as tech-savvy! TAKE QUIZ: Are YOU a Tech-Savvy Event Planner?

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e2m.live

MAY 20, 2020

Many have looked to the traditional Webinar platforms or Video Meeting solutions to meet their needs. However, are they enough, or do they need a dedicated Virtual Event platform? Virtual Event Apps Scale Up. Free webinar software and video conferencing tools seem to work perfectly when the number of attendees is low.

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Bizzabo

AUGUST 22, 2018

We have a solution for you — this guide to awesome and free event planning resources. We’ve compiled a list of some of the most important conference planning resources that organizers can refer to for all their event planning and event marketing needs. Table Of Contents. 5 Most Popular Resources.

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Endless Events

AUGUST 31, 2018

Whether it’s a purely online event like a webinar or a hybrid event where online participants can be part of a real life event, virtual events can be a welcome addition for your audiences. Gain the trust of your audience by learning the ropes and getting an event planning certification.

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Attendease

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

They are a great option for various types of events, from conferences and trade shows to networking sessions and webinars. Although virtual events offer a variety of benefits, one common challenge that event managers face is keeping attendees, participants, and guests engaged from behind their screens.

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ePly

AUGUST 25, 2021

In a recent webinar, Rich Vallaster , Director of Marketing and the Tradeshow Wonk at Personify, stressed just this – that we need to “let the tech , tech ” and learn how to leverage new and existing solutions to improve efficiency and streamline operations. Click here to watch the webinar recording.

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Attendease

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

The right event management technology can make a big difference to the success of your event. It helps you save time and reduce stress so you can focus on the event itself. Moreover, choosing tech with a seamless user experience can mean the difference between a wildly successful event and a logistical nightmare!

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Eventsforce

FEBRUARY 17, 2021

Want the lowdown on tech trends and virtual events? Personalising the event experience has always been a big challenge for planners. In fact, research from Eventsforce shows 73% of organisers see personalisation as a big deal for their events. You need your event to stand out. You need your event to stand out.

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Stova

MARCH 24, 2020

But when it comes to virtual event planning, how much does size matter? There’s a vast difference between a true virtual event and a webinar. Effectively switching a 300-person live meeting to virtual and a 5,000 person or even a 20,000 event to virtual is like comparing Earth to Mars.

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Velvet Chainsaw

JUNE 1, 2021

If you missed our recent webinar on Cracking the Code on Digital Networking, you can watch it on-demand. Then we would transition into whole-group warm-up activities like reading the Golden Rule Haiku together, brainstorming or introducing the topic, and doing a quick tech overview; the warm-up took 10-15 minutes. Spot future trends.

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Planning Pod

JULY 7, 2022

When I set out to write this blog post on event tech, my mind was living in the “during” phase of the event life cycle. Think virtual event spaces, live streaming, virtual reality…all of which are obvious hot topics and play a huge role in the direction of the events industry. Projection mapping.

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Endless Events

OCTOBER 31, 2022

In this episode of the Event Tech podcast , the tech duo looks back on 2020 and 2021 and considers how they would do things differently if they had to relive the pandemic. So many tech people got furloughed or laid off ,” he explains. Prioritize Event Planning Over Tech Planning.

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Eventsforce

MAY 27, 2020

Want the lowdown on all things event tech? China has been one of the first countries to bring back live events since the pandemic took hold of the global economy – and many are watching closely to see what kind of new preventative measures future events will need to put in place to protect attendees and keep them safe.

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GEVME

MAY 15, 2020

A large online event is in actuality a large online virtual event where people interact in a virtual environment on the web instead of meeting and interacting in a physical location. Normally, online events feature webinars and webcasts. The Fundamentals of Planning Big Online Events.

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Attendease

MARCH 10, 2022

Registering for an event is often the first touchpoint for attendees , and having flexible online registration is paramount to a positive registration experience. However, when it comes to event registration, one size does not fit all.

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Expo Pass

DECEMBER 12, 2023

It’s a new age, event planners! AI is improving by the day, opening up new opportunities for efficiency and personalization in event planning. It can take time to become literate in new technologies, so we’ve put together an AI event planning guide to highlight key areas where AI can transform your event planning.

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IMG

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Download the 2023 State of Industry Report Get the insights needed to better plan your marketing events, brand activations and any other experiences for your brand! Some highlights for the event trends for 2023 are: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Events (DEI) Food & Beverage Going Green Event Tech 2.0

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Eventtia

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Types of Corporate Events Conferences: Large-scale gatherings focused on industry insights, innovation, and networking, featuring multiple speakers and breakout sessions. Seminars and Workshops: Small to medium-sized events centered on education and hands-on learning. Event Agenda example powered by Eventtia.

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Attendease

APRIL 14, 2022

For example, registering for a webinar or an in-house educational seminar differs greatly from the registration process for a multi-day conference. By integrating your event registration software with your marketing tech stack, you can send automated follow-up emails after registration to ensure attendees are consistently engaged.

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Attendease

JULY 19, 2021

Not only do these tools help you manage the many moving pieces of planning an event, but they also help you avoid manual processes, cut down on website and marketing tool subscriptions, eliminate the time lags and expenses associated with event website development, and drive down the cost of hosting your events.

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ePly

AUGUST 30, 2021

One thing that can be said about the Great Covid-19 Lockdown is there has been no shortage of webinars to attend. With so few hours in the day, it’s been impossible to attend all the webinars you may have wanted to, so that’s why we gathered together some of our best webinars of 2021. experience in this webinar.

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Eventsforce

JANUARY 14, 2021

However, whether you are a planner or have a different role, all event sector professionals need to understand what goes into creating and delivering virtual events. This is essential as virtual events form such an important way in which all organisations can keep in front of their customers and stakeholders.

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Expo Pass

JULY 2, 2024

Get your passports and pencils ready, planners, because today, we’re diving into the globe-trotting world of destination event planning! Our recent webinar, Smart Planning for Destination Events , was hosted by our spectacular team and featured two experts in destination events.

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Planning Pod

MAY 2, 2020

So we thought we would offer up this list of questions as a sort of virtual event strategy checklist, guiding you through the process and making sure you cover all your bases as you get used to this new-ish experience of virtual event planning. What is the single driving purpose or goal of the event?

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Attendease

JUNE 28, 2024

Investing in their success is an investment in the long-term growth and reputation of your events program. READ MORE: Presenting at Webinars: What Speakers Should Know 6 Strategies to Encourage Speakers to Promote Your Event Don’t pull your hair out trying to get speakers to promote your event. That’s a win!

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Attendease

JUNE 28, 2024

Investing in their success is an investment in the long-term growth and reputation of your events program. READ MORE: Presenting at Webinars: What Speakers Should Know 6 Strategies to Encourage Speakers to Promote Your Event Don’t pull your hair out trying to get speakers to promote your event. That’s a win!

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Endless Events

AUGUST 11, 2020

Webinar World. Webinar World, the event designed from webinerds to webinerds, has been in the hybrid game for years. The good folks at ON24 , the company behind the event, have long realized the importance webinars have in today’s marketing landscape. Apple Special Events. That’s right!

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