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11 Event Tech Trends That Shaped 2018

Smart Meetings

From smart apps to the Internet of Things (IoT), event professionals must either master programming along with spreadsheets and CRM database building—or hire someone who does. Smart Meetings covered all the must-have tech advances this year to help you stay at the top of your game.

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4 Smart Tips for Driving Attendee Engagement Through Social Media

Eventmobi

It might seem daunting with everything else you’re managing, but with social media, it’s a lot easier than you think. Driving engagement and buzz around your event will ultimately drive registrations, so let’s go through some best practices on how to use social media in your promotional marketing strategy.

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Is Event Software Worth It? How to Get Leadership Buy-In

Attendease

Increased third-party fees Beyond that productivity loss, paying for multiple third-party tools like social media and email marketing services, event website builders , and other one-off platforms can really add up. Those fees really cut into your event’s budget. First, frame event tech as an investment, not a cost.

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Budget Increases Are on the Rise in 2019

Smart Meetings

Surprisingly enough, social media isn’t the main driver. A solid majority (63 percent) of respondents said that word of mouth was the best way to reach potential attendees, while social media marketing came in second place, at 49 percent. Event tech continues to grow rapidly. percent used video.

2019 256
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5 Key Ways to Improve Onsite Experience with Event Tech

GEVME

Think through the technical side of onsite experiences , like the speed of registration processes, the ease of badge printing, and the use of event apps. Social media, live chats, and advanced mobile tools nurture the culture of personalisation. Respond to their interests.

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Event Tech Live 2020 reveals still more content, still more reach

Event Industry News

Fully virtual for the first time, Event Tech Live 2020 (ETL20) will feature more than 100 sessions and 70 plus demos, from home and abroad, delivered by show partners First Sight Media, Glisser and Grip. Event Tech Live 2020 runs from Monday 2 to Friday 6 of November, uncovering the secrets of what’s to come….

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Using Event Tech to Create Impactful and Engaging Attendee Experiences

Event Farm

While convenience is important, there’s more room now to get creative with tech offerings that will leave lasting impressions and engage audiences. As long as your meeting and event tech is approachable and intuitive, you’ll be able to excite any audience, no matter their technical know-how.