Conferences that Work

AUGUST 30, 2021

The Association for the Sciences of Limnology and Oceanography (ASLO) has published some useful lessons learned from organizing six online scientific meetings during the COVID-19 pandemic. Online meetings improve access and attendance. The three other meetings did not share historical attendance data.).

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Velvet Chainsaw

JULY 24, 2023

Last week I attended the National Speakers Association’s (NSA) Annual Meeting, Influence 2023. Below I’ve highlighted five strategies NSA implemented that resulted in achieving pre-pandemic attendance, record high sponsorship and highly valued education and networking experiences. They did not disappoint. This strategy worked.

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Attendease

JANUARY 6, 2023

You can go an extra-mile and build a branded background for your speakers as well. Sponsorship Opportunities. When running virtual events, the sponsorship packages will need to be adapted to a new reality. Music can be used in a break between sessions and also before introducing each new session and speaker.

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MAY 15, 2020

Emanuel Yekutiel envisioned a people-powered meeting place with a rich social activism component. Then he built it. Manny’s soon became a vibrant venue on the busy corner of 16th and Valencia in the heart of San Francisco’s Mission District.

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Event Marketer

JUNE 1, 2022

The multifaceted collab, which ranged from sponsorship activations to a companion podcast, proved to be a resounding success. Mutually Beneficial Event Sponsorships. And Cherry Bombe added value to its guests’ experience through touchpoints like the chance to meet “Julia” actor Brittany Bradford. “As

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Attendease

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

However, if you planned for 500 attendees and only 200 showed up, you likely will want to seek areas of improvement for the next time around so you can meet your targets and “wow” a larger crowd. To calculate ROI, first, sum up all the streams of revenue, from ticket sales and sponsorships to merchandise.

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Velvet Chainsaw

AUGUST 22, 2017

In some industries, thought-leadership investment opportunities will absolutely make or break a sponsorship program. Alternatives to Stage-Time Sponsorships. Sponsors/education champions don’t have to buy stage time in order to meet their thought-leadership objectives. They can: 1. Submit a session for consideration.

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Attendease

DECEMBER 5, 2019

Here are some features and capabilities you should consider: Setting up appointments with vendors: Let attendees reach out directly to vendors, making the meeting process smoother for everyone. Biographies of speakers, notable guests, and summaries of their presentations should also be provided on this platform of the app.

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Eventmobi

MARCH 1, 2019

Through design, you can not only leverage your event brand, but you can also increase your event app adoption, attendee engagement, and overall ROI through sponsorship. When you consider sponsorship as a major influential factor in your event app design, it forces you to be more purposeful in building your event app.

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Eventmobi

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

It helps control your expenses and revenues, and measures the success of your meeting or event performance. This chart shows an overview of the most common expenses for meetings and events. Your meeting and event is about the attendee experience, so you have to ensure that where you spend your money adds value to your target audience.

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Hubilo Blog

MAY 23, 2020

Most events hosted across the globe have only a finite revenue stream, sponsorship in most cases is the highest contributor to earnings that an event does. This posed a big question that every event organizer asks, which is, “ How do I structure sponsorship deals for virtual events? ” How to Evaluate Virtual Event Sponsorship?

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Event Marketer

APRIL 18, 2022

Inspired by the show’s murder mystery that takes place during an annual hot dog eating contest in Argyle, OH, the dinner offered fans and the press a chance to meet Bob and Nate, enjoy live jazz music and network. Audible Inc. Agency : Civic Entertainment Group.

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Endless Events

JUNE 24, 2020

Finding a virtual event sponsorship idea that suits you can seem hard at first. And the concept of a virtual event sponsorship fits right into this category. So if you’ve been wondering what your options are, then just sit back, relax, and join us on this awesome journey through the world of sponsorships in the virtual realm!

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Endless Events

MAY 27, 2020

So, let’s talk about virtual event sponsorships, shall we? As we all know, sponsorships have been the industry’s holy grail of revenue for years. They’re a safe way to ensure money is coming through the door, and planners have dedicated a fair chunk of their time to perfecting the art of negotiating good sponsorship deals.

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Attendease

JANUARY 5, 2021

This bullish outlook underscore an increasing reliance on digital meetings, and it is a trend that is likely to continue as organisations worldwide look to reconvene online. Commons Speaker Anthony Rota pronounced the event as a relative success, before admitting that there were some technical hiccups. Check your tech.

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Velvet Chainsaw

JULY 24, 2024

Leading indicators to consider include: Revenue diversification — If at least 30 percent of your revenue is coming from registration and 30 percent or more is from expo and sponsorship, you have good revenue diversification. If your annual conference doesn’t hit these benchmarks, you need to identify a performance metric to move the needle.

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Eventmobi

JULY 26, 2022

The conference is a mix of speaker sessions, networking, exhibitor booths, and evening social events. Meet the Person Behind the Magic. “We were searching for a flexible, robust event app that would meet our unique needs and could enhance our attendees’ experience.” ” — Rachel Lyon. ” — Attendee Feedback.

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Attendease

AUGUST 12, 2020

You can go an extra-mile and build a branded background for your speakers as well. Sponsorship Opportunities. When running virtual events, the sponsorship packages will need to be adapted to a new reality. Music can be used in a break between sessions and also before introducing each new session and speaker.

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Eventmobi

MAY 1, 2024

Selecting the best event technology for your association is crucial for creating engaging events and meetings for your members. Ensure the provider’s product is flexible enough to support your meeting and event requirements. members, non-members, sponsors, exhibitors, and speakers). How do attendees access the platform?

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 11, 2022

The launch this week of Bizzabo’s SmartBadge technology, branded as Klik Experiential wearables, is the next step in delivering virtual meeting-level data at in-person events. Smart Meetings looked at the range of ways meeting professionals are elevating the productivity of the humble name badge. For the Love of Lanyards.

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Eventmobi

MAY 23, 2024

Oftentimes, conferences include keynote speakers and workshop sessions, each designed to educate attendees. This kind of conference often features multiple speakers, who each present information on related topics. There’s no lead speaker. Because of this, summits usually feature influential speakers.

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Event Marketer

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Think: A VIP breakfast with plant-based food expert Pinky Cole of Slutty Vegan, a morning health and wellness event, a Black-owned marketplace, and rooftop happy hours for networking with one another and with speaker talent. Different ways to meet the entrepreneur in 2024 will be our focus.” And that’s taking care of business.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

The venue was perfect and the speakers top-notch. Speakers want to present remotely, and attendees and sponsors are starting to drop off. What if travel policies change, and speakers, attendees and sponsors start to cancel? Do they want to meet virtually or in person? You planned a spectacular event. Know your audience.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Read More: Defy Conventional Meetings in Sacramento Education for Prosperity, in Life and Work On the first day, attendees met one-on-one with select industry partners to efficiently connect with organizations that offer solutions specific to their association’s needs.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 5, 2018

More: Hack Your Event Budget with Smart Meetings. Does your company have money allocated for the event or are you solely relying on the income brought in by registration fees and sponsorship dollars? The post The Thoroughly Modern Event Budgeting Checklist appeared first on Smart Meetings. Income Estimate. Entertainment.

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SmartMeetings

DECEMBER 22, 2020

Editor’s Note : As part of Back Light , a series of articles sharing illuminating insider observations, we asked Shameka Jennings, director of meetings and partnership development with National Coalition of STD Directors, to share her experiences planning meetings during a pandemic. Design your meeting experience first.

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Event Marketer

MAY 5, 2022

Everything was on the table during workshops, keynotes, think tanks and more than 30 breakouts, including “The Scoop” bonus livestreams with a range of speaker talent, sponsored by Beedance. Throughout the day there were built-in coffee breaks and speed networking meetings that could be arranged via the event app.

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Eventmobi

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

However, the uncertainty surrounding the raw nature of the content threatens event planners’ potential to incorporate and monetize live stream content in post-event media, sponsorship packages, or other video opportunities. Recommended Read: Event Live Streaming 101: The Ultimate Guide for Beginners.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Tarin Horan, CMP, knew that meeting planning was the industry for her when she began interning with sports teams. Now, she serves as NVTC’s vice president of events and sponsorships. I love working with our members and designing great event experiences with fantastic speakers and content.” Horan says, “I love what I do.

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Eventmobi

JANUARY 24, 2019

Developing an event budget is a crucial element when planning your meeting or event. Let’s take a look first at how you can determine what financial success means for your meeting or event before talking in more detail about cash flow. Determine What Financial Success Means For Your Meeting or Event. Variable costs: $10/person.

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Eventmobi

JULY 13, 2022

The widespread adoption of online events presents new revenue opportunities that associations can capitalize on as they return to meeting in person—even with very limited human resources. By leveraging digital ticket sales and sponsorship opportunities, associations can tap into new revenue streams to increase their bottom line.

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Event Marketer

APRIL 11, 2024

The summit, presented by Merrell, was designed as a respite for the cohort of hustlers, and offered a series of conversations; high-profile panels and speaker talent like Courtney Cox, Sophia Bush and Tina Knowles; a rooftop soiree; and purposeful activations and thought leadership sessions delivered by sponsors. How can we facilitate that?

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Eventmobi

APRIL 14, 2020

Your event flow and interaction between attendees, speakers, and sponsors will be dictated by the capabilities of the virtual event platform you choose. Virtual Event Type: Internal Meeting. In an in-person format, technology is often peripheral to the hustle and bustle of the on-site activities. You’re planning….

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Eventmobi

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

We’ll cover everything from budgeting and marketing to finding sponsors and speakers to reporting and analytics. Speakers Speakers are one of the biggest draws for attendees! Invite speakers who are experts in their field and can provide attendees with valuable insights. What Does It Take to Plan a Conference?

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Event Farm

JUNE 9, 2021

When it comes to venues, you are likely to see a 25% increase in meeting space expenses. Plus, when social distancing rules mandate less capacity in meeting rooms, you need more rooms and, therefore, more staff. If you need more meeting rooms, you need more equipment. They’re also a sponsorship opportunity. #7:

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 21, 2023

From an absence of diverse panel speakers to a lack of options for those visually or hearing impaired, events still aren’t catering to everyone. Read More : 5 Tips for Improving Accessibility for Meetings Accessibility is a multifaceted issue. Oddmund Braaten, CEO at multilingual meeting technology and services provider Interprefy.

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PCMA Convene

APRIL 28, 2020

Standups — or short meetings — can be a great tool for teams who are having to shift skills in order to meet the needs of digital event planning. If they have a live meeting planned in 2020, Colangelo said, they see that they must take it down — like a house, brick by brick. What is the plan: Hit pause? Punt to fall?

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