Attendease

AUGUST 26, 2024

Trade shows and exhibitions These large-scale industry gatherings allow companies to showcase products or services, connect with prospects, meet with partners/vendors, and assess competitors. First, aligning the event objective with organizational goals while staying on budget is an ever-present balancing act.

Corporate Events 370

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Momencio

OCTOBER 10, 2022

Trade shows provide a valuable opportunity to make serious face-to-face contacts. And as we all know, consumer perception of a brand is greatly influenced by how it is presented in person. If you take them to heart, your booth at the next trade show will definitely be an experience worth having for you and your visitors.

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Event Marketer

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

–Sean Smith, Show Director, Outdoor Retailer OR’s 2024 format will include a Hosted Buyer program, Design + Innovation Show and Outdoor Adventure X festival. The 40-year-old b-to-b outdoor sports trade show will introduce an updated format for its shows, developed through feedback gathered from exhibitors and retailers.

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Attendease

AUGUST 7, 2020

The shift from in-person road shows and trade shows to online programming has presented several challenges for event management professionals: Finding the right technology to support digital event management. Translating the physical experience to an online environment. Keeping attendees, speakers and sponsors engaged.

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Conferences that Work

JANUARY 18, 2021

The other folks willing to speak for free are industry providers of goods and services, who may well have already paid to be at the event to staff their trade show booth or meet customers. In my experience, most of them are so-so presenters. Currently, I receive several weekly requests to present for free.

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Event Marketer

JULY 15, 2024

A wave of particles whisking you along, favorite characters close enough to touch, precious artifacts and soothing waves…tunnels and other types of staged liminal space may be an established element in trade show exhibits but new LEDs and evolving tech are offering new storytelling opportunities, and brands are going all in.

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EventMB

MAY 3, 2021

Trade shows have had a difficult time transitioning to virtual throughout the pandemic, with lead generation in particular presenting a […]. Sponsors and exhibitors are still struggling with virtual event value, with many creating their own content and events to better engage customers.

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Eventmobi

APRIL 10, 2024

In other words, you need to make the most of your company’s presence at every event–which is something planner Alistair Fernandes has quite the knack for, honed over 16 years at events including IMEX America , BCTECHSummit , and DiscoveryX Conference and Trade Show. This thoughtful touch will resonate with your audience.

Trade Shows 221

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PCMA Convene

FEBRUARY 19, 2021

SISO (Society of Independent Show Organizers) and UFI, the Global Association of the Exhibition Industry, released a case study to share the challenges faced by Emerald in producing Surf Expo in early January in Orlando. When Surf Expo — the first major B2B trade show in the U.S. Photos courtesy of Surf Expo).

Trade Shows 111

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Event Age by Swapcard

OCTOBER 5, 2023

In this guide, we'll present the 15 factors you should consider when choosing the ideal platform for your in-person trade show. Each platform has advantages and disadvantages, and the specific features and functionalities you'll require will hinge upon your event's unique goals and objectives. Let's jump right into it! ?

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Conferences that Work

AUGUST 24, 2020

Unlike older books, it covers the impact of digital technology (apps, online meetings, and social media marketing) on the meetings world, includes a healthy dollop of the relevance of learning theory to meeting design, and manages to squeeze in trade shows, accessibility, and wellness in a fairly short book.

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GEVME

JULY 31, 2021

Through a digital exhibitor booth, the audience will be able to view the booths just like how they would be present in a physical environment. You should then be able to see how many people are present at the event at a given time and the total attendance rate at that moment. Real-Time Interactive Tools. Virtual Event Builder.

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GEVME

DECEMBER 19, 2019

If we look at trade shows (trade fairs or exhibitions, if you prefer) over the past decades, the reality is that not much has changed. Take a look at the following picture of a trade fair back in 1979: National Tire Dealers and Retreaders Association Conference & Trade Show 1979. Sounds far-fetched?

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SpotMe Blog

JULY 25, 2021

The tricky part about hybrid conferences and events is making them equally as engaging and fulfilling for people who are attending remotely as it is to those who are physically present. A live-streamed product reveal presented in front of a limited physical audience broadcasted to millions of people, also with an event app.

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GEVME

DECEMBER 11, 2019

We are staying true to our principal responsibility to be ahead of the trends and provide event technology services and solutions to event professionals which will help them to embed responsible business practices into meetings, conferences, exhibitions, and trade shows. Showcase App. Generate leads. Collect accurate data.

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Event Smart

JUNE 7, 2024

Virtual trade shows are transforming how businesses connect and collaborate in today’s digital age. Imagine navigating through virtual exhibitor booths, attending live presentations, and engaging in product demos—all from the comfort of your desk.

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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. Live streaming can be a great way to capitalize on a physical event – such as a product launch, a sales expo, or a trade show session – and let a wider audience get in on the action.

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GEVME

APRIL 25, 2018

or clients (trade shows, charity events, etc.). Here are the main reasons why corporations put so much effort into planning and executing corporate events, along with the types of events they usually correspond with: Raise brand/product awareness (trade shows, conferences, product launches). Trade show.

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Attendease

OCTOBER 19, 2021

The platform you choose will depend largely on the type of event you manage and its specific requirements, be it a large trade show, an incentive trip, a traditional annual conference or user conference, etc. The event management platform is really just one of the things in the grand scheme of planning the actual event.

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Event Marketer

MARCH 18, 2024

Along our journey through the trade show floor, we spotted some big brand names with tech-driven exhibits and some smaller booth footprints with noteworthy, original ideas. The flashing cups are always such a hit that the Service Express team brings them to every trade show. Get the scoop on Astro’s lore here.)

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Eventmobi

JULY 5, 2023

Sponsors could show their expertise by: Introducing and explaining the workshop Providing educational resources Having a representative run the whole workshop Sponsoring payment for a workshop speaker in their network Awards sponsorship Are you hosting an award show? Start categorizing them into different sponsorship levels.

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EventMB

MAY 25, 2022

Covid pushed society a decade ahead in terms of digitization, and many technologies are here to stay in the events and trade show industries, said Corbin Ball, a meetings technology expert, and owner of Corbin Ball & Co. Although far from a new trend, Ball uses QR codes to poll the audience during his presentations.

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Eventmobi

JULY 31, 2024

That’s especially true once you hit the trade show floor.) I’m not going to be able to get to all of that content in a three-day conference—but I think that probably presents the opportunity now.” By the time the event is over, an attendee is likely to feel pretty good about their association. How does that look?

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Event Marketer

OCTOBER 14, 2024

EM caught up with Pustiglione to talk about this brand-new build, and what’s trending in trade shows. We moved away from big presentations and instead focused on conversation stations in specific areas, where attendees can engage with our experts and talk about solutions we can provide. appeared first on Event Marketer.

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Eventmobi

SEPTEMBER 24, 2019

As the cornerstone event for this industry, it drew an estimated 14,000 attendees and generated an economic impact of more than $20 million, according to show officials. This year, the trade show floor included more than 3,500 exhibitors from 150 countries. Event Programming Focused on Networking . Experiential Learning.

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Endless Events

DECEMBER 2, 2021

For us, it’s time to do business and reunite in person at one of the biggest and most exciting trade shows in our industry: IMEX! Everyone was looking forward to going to IMEX America 2021, especially since the iconic trade show was canceled last year due to COVID. I thought they did a great job.

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Eventmobi

JUNE 23, 2020

If there is one thing that the Covid-19 lockdown has taught us – it is that we are able to collaborate, work, and even celebrate together despite not being able to be physically present together. I think incorporating a hybrid strategy for presenting both virtual and in-person events is a necessity in these unusual times.

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SpotMe Blog

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

It’s important to have the right aspect ratio so that presenters can ensure the content they share looks as clean as possible. For example, a trade show is a B2B event. Closed captions appear on screen in written form at the same time as an event presenter or host is speaking. Consumer show. Aspect ratio.

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Conferences that Work

APRIL 9, 2018

Meanwhile, it’s clear from a review of industry conference programs that large numbers of presentations are accepted from employees of sponsors or trade show exhibitors. This further biases session submissions in favor of sponsors and corporations who are attending the event anyway for marketing purposes.

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Eventmobi

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Outside of the main conference sessions or presentations, organizers might set up special luncheons or after-hours social events to help attendees network. Trade shows Trade shows are industry-specific events where companies showcase their products and services.

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Velvet Chainsaw

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Expenses for exhibitors at association trade shows have increased significantly while corporate marketing budgets have remained flat. A quarterly survey of 200 meeting professionals by GDP shows higher costs are the #1 challenge for planners. What event related cost increases are hitting your organization the hardest?

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GEVME

SEPTEMBER 2, 2020

To create a digital exhibition or a physical exhibition, the expected audience, the design of the place, the content, and the presentation concept are all equally important. Any software for an online exhibition, such as a virtual trade show platform , might be complicated for attendees. Manage Your Attendees. Prepare Content.

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Eventmobi

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Take a look at these reasons why event planners should offer lead capture at events and trade shows: Sponsor ROI Your sponsors invest in your event to gain exposure and connect with leads. EventMobi’s lead capture technology helps your exhibitors connect with leads at trade shows, expos, annual conferences, conventions, and more!

Trade Shows 195

Trade Shows Sponsorships Events Management 195

Attendease

JANUARY 30, 2024

While holding an exhibition, leading a seminar, conducting a session, or giving a presentation accomplishes more of what you need to generate initial interest, you need to maximize every interaction, whether active or passive. Attending and expecting leads and sales to blossom out of thin air is a pipe dream, at best.

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Eventmobi

MARCH 6, 2024

Whether you need an all-in-one solution or a tool for specific event needs, you can use event software for any aspect of managing your next conference, trade show, association meeting, workshop, or fundraising event. Consider creating a short presentation with an overview of each provider to make your meeting run smoothly.

Event Management 195

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Eventmobi

APRIL 14, 2020

To help you understand how you can adapt your meeting, conference or trade show to an online format, we’ve outlined the most common event types we’re helping to go virtual, and listed the tools and professional services being used to create an engaging virtual event experiences. Virtual Event Type: Public Conference. You’re planning….

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Event Marketer

JANUARY 16, 2024

Starting her career in journalism and working on both the agency and corporate sides of events, she now oversees more than 300 events annually for Siemens, ranging from small meetings to massive trade shows, such as CES and Hannover Fair. Taking a wider view, how do you see trade show activations changing post-pandemic?

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