Social Tables

APRIL 20, 2022

Knowing event technology trends — and adopting the most valuable ones — gives planners and venues the competitive advantage. Discover top event technology trends for planners and venues alike: 1. Event planners can invite non-English speakers to their mostly English-speaking events. What this trend means for event venues.

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Eventmobi

MARCH 2, 2022

In the early days of 2020, many event organizers had to make a quick pivot to offer virtual-only conferences. People could reach larger audiences in far-off locations, they could accommodate speakers who couldn’t be there in person, and they could reduce their spend by eliminating costly things like venue bookings.

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GEVME

APRIL 6, 2022

For instance, it allows them to engage with an audience even before and after the main event – through social media channels, emails, video content and more. Speakers, exhibitors, sponsors and attendees can join from any part of the world – making it easier now to take events to an international market.

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MeetingsNet

OCTOBER 22, 2021

The top four sustainability elements that respondents are trying to quantify for their executives and shareholders are: total distance traveled by attendees, sponsors, and event staff; electricity consumption at venues; carbon-dioxide emissions for travel and on-site activity; and the environmental impact of catering operations.

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Corporate Meetings Meetings 2020 Sustainability 105

Social Tables

JUNE 29, 2023

Provide a budget outline that breaks the total down into specific categories like venue costs, presentation tech, F&B, entertainment, decorations, and security. Include hidden event costs like guest count attrition, conference calls, credit card fees, and venue amenity expenses. Want to test out event diagramming for free?

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Event Planning Social Media Advertising Banking 78

SmartMeetings

NOVEMBER 2, 2020

In the spring of 2020, as, one by one, so many in-person events transitioned to virtual , it became clear that a few things separated the great virtual events from boring virtual events. As a professional speaker, I know the same point can be made in 10 seconds, five minutes, or even half an hour, depending on the amount of detail.

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Eventmobi

JANUARY 7, 2021

If 2020 has one silver lining, it’s that the industry now recognizes the advantages of online virtual events. Conference live streaming technology has come a long way since the glorified Zoom calls of March and early April 2020; attendees expect more than a choppy, poorly lit, and unrehearsed webinar. Are speakers using reliable mics?

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GEVME

AUGUST 12, 2020

Event Planning: Choose venue. Brand event venue. Venue decorations. Technical Rehearsals with Host & Speakers. Live Streaming Equipment (Cameras, speakers, microphones, etc.). Individual Chat Rooms with Speakers. In social media, the more you share, the more exposure you can get.

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Nunify

DECEMBER 3, 2021

Creating a virtual or hybrid event allows increased engagement since it isn’t limited to a venue and space. 34% of planners consider increased attendance the most positive result of pivoting to virtual, followed by lower overhead costs (27%)” (EventMB, 2020). It naturally offers extended head count and. Save on Cost.

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Bizzabo

APRIL 20, 2020

Welcome to your guide on virtual events in 2020 and beyond. Virtual events allow event organizers, speakers, attendees, and sponsors to interact remotely through a virtual environment. A strategic point of success for virtual events are delivering the most targeted content and speakers. What are virtual events? Source: Bizzabo.

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Eventsforce

JANUARY 23, 2020

Secondary information such as which speakers will be there, the topics they’ll be covering, and the overall schedule of events should be the next most important information to release to the public. Besides the where, when, and what, people will also want information on things like the venue, food and drink options, accessibility, and more.

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Eventmobi

MAY 17, 2023

media, venue); or they could be off-the-wall creative. Event 1: GitHub Universe 2020 GitHub Universe 2020 is a virtual conference that brings together tens of thousands of people to explore the future of software development, and the tools that will help us get there. Ask First: Do I Have to Have Sponsorship Levels?

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Bizzabo

MARCH 4, 2020

These usually have to do with speaker cancellations, unexpectedly long registration lines, poor WiFi, and other last-minute challenges that may seem like a big deal in the moment but absolutely pale in comparison to the global buzzkill that is coronavirus. Reach out to all meeting spaces, hotels, and venues. Maintain an Update Log.

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Conference 2020 Speakers Social Media 142

Expo Pass

OCTOBER 13, 2021

The 2022 Wildscreen Festival is a great example of this event type, with featured speakers like David Attenbougough and Jane Goodall. This ensured that lesser-known artists and speakers made it on the schedule. Just poll people on social media with a few questions. The way it should be. Or create Instagram “vote” stories.

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Socio Events

JUNE 22, 2021

Before 2020, the word “virtual,” was synonymous with things like virtual reality goggles and cool tech gadgets. But unfortunately, it took on a new meaning in 2020 and became a buzzword for reasons we were not expecting. As virtual events became popular in 2020, event managers also realized their value. and it did.

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Event Industry News

AUGUST 2, 2021

For B2B marketing and event teams, 2020 delivered a crash course in hosting virtual events. Over the last 18 months, we’ve seen experimentation and innovation across the events industry and, as social distancing rules relax, a cautious return to in-person gatherings. By Laura Ramos, VP and Principal Analyst, Forrester.

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B2B 2020 Marketing Social Media 125

Hubilo Blog

AUGUST 5, 2020

Earlier event planners were measured on how they deliver in-person events at venues and their outcomes. Top 17 virtual event management companies (event planners & organizers) to partner with in 2020 and beyond. Portfolia: Corporate events, social & cultural events, artists, social media management, corporate videos.

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Event Management 2020 Management Consulting 105

Bizzabo

NOVEMBER 6, 2019

Welcome to your guide on event personalization in 2020 and beyond. The noise from social media, emails, and ads have driven more and more people in search of authentic connections. The noise from social media, emails, and ads have driven more and more people in search of authentic connections. Source: Bizzabo.

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GEVME

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

While physical events are not going to disappear, hybrid events proved to be so much more advantageous than a physical event because of the significant decrease in the cost of travel, venue charges, accommodation, food and beverage, health and safety, etc. Pandemic was the main reason for hybrid events to become a hit in 2020.

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Speakers Food and Beverage Travel Social Media 156

GEVME

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

While physical events are not going to disappear, hybrid events proved to be so much more advantageous than physical events because of the significant decrease in the cost of Travel, venue charges, accommodation, food and beverage, health and safety, etc. Pandemic was the main reason for hybrid events to become a hit in 2020.

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Speakers Food and Beverage Travel Social Media 156

GEVME

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

While physical events are not going to disappear, hybrid events proved to be so much more advantageous than physical events because of the significant decrease in the cost of Travel, venue charges, accommodation, food and beverage, health and safety, etc. Pandemic was the main reason for hybrid events to become a hit in 2020.

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Speakers Food and Beverage Travel Social Media 156

Endless Events

MARCH 10, 2020

We’ve covered topics such as how to plan an event without visiting the venue , how Virtual Reality can impact the events industry , and much more. So it really ramped up for 2020, one to two webinars or live summits a week. “We wanted to be very proactive about our 2020 schedule. So today, we’re diving deeper.

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Speakers Education Social Media Events 159

GEVME

JULY 31, 2021

” PCMA, Digital Event Course, 2020. The automated messages could be reminders about the event, urges to follow social media handles or more. Through GEVME’s builder, you can build your venue in either 2-D or 3-D form. Registration Stats and Data. Check-in During The Event.

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Event Management Trade Shows Social Media Events 296

SpotMe Blog

APRIL 28, 2022

The hybrid event management company defines hybrid events as live-marketing plus MoSoLo (mobile applications, social media, location-based services), and ensures all of their clients are privileged to just that. BCD M&E’s services include: Venue sourcing. Platform and Venue Selection. Event management. Accommodation.

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2022 Event Management Management Social Media 147

Expo Pass

OCTOBER 13, 2021

The 2022 Wildscreen Festival is a great example of this event type, with featured speakers like David Attenbougough and Jane Goodall. This ensured that lesser-known artists and speakers made it on the schedule. Just poll people on social media with a few questions. The way it should be. Or create Instagram “vote” stories.

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2022 Social Media Speakers 2021 78

Endless Events

OCTOBER 12, 2020

And boy, has 2020 proved itself to be quite a challenging year! Patterns of consumption have indeed changed drastically when compared to a pre-social media world. Endless monologues from the speakers wasn’t something attendees loved with in-person, to begin with. New year, new challenges.

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GEVME

JANUARY 12, 2021

We have now just entered into 2021, and despite all that most of the companies in this industry have been through the last year, we would still consider the year 2020 to be wholesome. There was a lot to process during the year 2020 and, at the same time, so much to learn. The venue has a limited capacity . Increased Attendance.

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Event Industry News

DECEMBER 9, 2020

COVID-19 has resulted in many organisers pivoting from in-person to online events as a way of retaining some of their activity in 2020. Tech natives are used to quickly seeing who is online, interacting in a more casual way due to their use of social media and messaging apps.

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Hubilo Blog

MAY 5, 2020

Virtual events are going to be the next big thing in 2020 and beyond. They also get the best content from the speakers as the events are highly focused on quality events? Moreover, you have your burden of managing different vendors for foods, venues, etc. – Your audience is not digital or on social media.

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Hubilo Blog

JUNE 16, 2020

What does this story have to do with your events and attendees in the digital world of 2020 and beyond? Not just that, they want access to different events and speakers’ content they could not afford before the COVID-19 (when they had to be present at venues for in-person events). But for sure – our productivity boomed.

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Event Industry News

MARCH 12, 2020

Here are 8 of growing technology trends in 2020, and how they can be used effectively. On the day of arrival, they would be able to skip the queues, head straight to the facial recognition systems, and get noticed within moments – allowing them access to the venue instantly. Facial Recognition.

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Event Age by Swapcard

MARCH 18, 2021

Use this opportunity to create buzz around the schedule, introduce your speakers or get your community acquainted with the virtual platform by showing them how to use it. That way, you can create guides for your attendees, exhibitors and speakers, and you can help if anyone in your community is having trouble with the platform.

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Event Ideas 2021 Social Media Speakers 148

Event Age by Swapcard

MARCH 18, 2021

Use this opportunity to create buzz around the schedule, introduce your speakers or get your community acquainted with the virtual platform by showing them how to use it. That way, you can create guides for your attendees, exhibitors and speakers, and you can help if anyone in your community is having trouble with the platform.

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Event Ideas 2021 Social Media Speakers 148

Slido

OCTOBER 31, 2019

Speaker introduction quiz. Instead of reading boring speaker bios, introduce presenters with an interactive quiz. When you reveal the correct answer , ask the speaker to share their story. A moderator poses questions to two pairs of speakers. Replace the toy with a speaker’s job or project. f) Competitions.

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Socio Events

AUGUST 4, 2022

Your venue is booked, your speakers are prepped, and your schedule is ready to go, but then something goes wrong and you’re forced to cancel. That’s exactly what 96% of event organizers went through when the pandemic began in March 2020. Imagine a situation where your in-person event is all but complete.

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Planning Pod

SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

26 Best Mobile Event Apps of 2020. Includes tools for managing event ticketing/ and registration, talent/speakers and agendas. Includes personalized schedules, sponsor/exhibitor features, social media integrations, complex session setup. Covers pre-, during and post-event attendee engagement. CrowdCompass from Cvent.

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Event Industry News

FEBRUARY 26, 2020

Sharing their own expertise and knowledge from their sector within the industry, the speakers agreed that the industry has experienced a shift in attitudes towards information sharing. Emails, forums and social media platforms provide a space for colleagues in the industry to share tips, advice and notes on their events.

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Social Media Corporate Events Technology Speakers 83