Eventmobi

JUNE 23, 2020

Are hybrid events a short-term solution to current conditions or a long-term shift in the events space? We asked Event Planners if they are planning to incorporate a hybrid strategy for events going forward, and if yes, to share their insights into how that will work. Covesa Gragg, Covesa Kelly Events.

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Attendease

APRIL 5, 2021

Hybrid events are not new – if you think about it, you have likely participated in many hybrid events in the past. Some conferences were already offering hybrid formats prior to the pandemic. Some conferences were already offering hybrid formats prior to the pandemic.

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Velvet Chainsaw

OCTOBER 1, 2021

We recently held a webinar featuring leaders from two large associations that have held face-to-face events in recent weeks. Events with greater international participation are seeing the steepest declines. Hybrid, or Not. Just because the event media says the future is hybrid doesn’t mean that you need to go all in.

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Glisser

MAY 10, 2021

Throughout the past year, as planners have grown in confidence having up-skilled themselves in virtual event practices, they’ve been able to take a step back and assess which parts of their in-person events program would succeed, either partially or fully online for the future.

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TicketBud

JANUARY 11, 2024

The events industry has gone through significant changes over the past few years, with the pandemic forcing us to find new ways to gather and connect. While virtual events demonstrated the power of technology in bringing dispersed people together, they also proved the unmatched value of in-person interactions.

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Expo Pass

JANUARY 29, 2024

That means adopting a new approach to planning that puts digital factors front and center—even with in-person events. Massive benefits can be gained from applying a digital-first mindset to in-person events, not just for the attendees. Technology has radically transformed the event planning industry. Welcome planners.

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Eventmobi

MARCH 2, 2022

Hybrid Events are here to stay. In the early days of 2020, many event organizers had to make a quick pivot to offer virtual-only conferences. But this pivot came with a number of benefits, too. Now, we have thankfully found a new normal, where in-person events are no longer impossible. What is a hybrid event?

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Attendease

FEBRUARY 26, 2021

“Hybrid events combine face-to-face and virtual audiences and allow you to share your content across a much broader audience. With appropriate use of back channels, either private within the media forum or other social channels, a hybrid has the power to connect across borders and boundaries. The numbers don’t lie.

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Conferences that Work

JULY 19, 2021

Ever since my first encounter with the hybrid hub and spoke meeting topology at Event Camp Twin Cities in 2011, I’ve been a big fan of the format. A hub and spoke meeting is one where there’s a central hub meeting or event that additional groups (aka “pods”) of people join remotely. But first….

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GEVME

DECEMBER 7, 2020

In this time and age, there are different approaches you can take to host an event. For social events where the goal is to inform, enlighten, create discourse, or even commemorate a particular day, you would typically host a live, face-to-face event. Live, Virtual, and Hybrid Events. What is a Live Event?

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Conferences that Work

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Increasing attendee satisfaction increases the effectiveness of the event for all stakeholders: attendees, sponsors, and event owners. I’d argue that hiring me is the most effective and cost-effective way to improve any event. In-person, online, and hybrid. It’s a win-win-win. What do my clients think?

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Verve

MARCH 15, 2021

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SpotMe Blog

JUNE 29, 2022

During the height of the pandemic, in-person events shifted to virtual meetings. But now, the event landscape is changing again to hybrid events. . A hybrid event is designed to blend the virtual experience with an in-person experience. What is a hybrid event? Asking questions during the event.

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SpotMe Blog

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

Event planning is no easy feat. The best events bring together thought leaders who can provide unique value to guests. Event sponsorship is a well-used tactic to help with both funding and value delivery for large and small events. . But how do event planners find sponsors, and is it worth it to host a sponsored event?

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GEVME

SEPTEMBER 24, 2020

The disruption of the event industry since the turn of the decade due to COVID19 has led to a spurt in virtual gatherings globally. As models continue to evolve, hybrid events have emerged as a viable alternative, combining the robustness of face-to-face interaction with a virtual online audience. . A way to drive growth.

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SpotMe Blog

JULY 25, 2021

With the world heading back to some sense of normalcy, many companies are anxious to include in-person components to their virtual events again, and vice versa, to create a hybrid event experience. Read on to learn more about hybrid events, examples to get you inspired, and tips to help you transition from virtual to hybrid. .

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SpotMe Blog

AUGUST 25, 2022

New to hybrid event planning? A hybrid event can be a great investment for your company – in fact, 86% of B2B organizations that host one see a positive ROI within 7 months. But, to get to that ROI, you first have to know how to plan a hybrid event – and that’s where it gets tricky. What is a hybrid event?

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GEVME

FEBRUARY 20, 2022

The last two years have been instrumental in bringing a whirlwind of changes into the event industry. Physical events, the most popular way to host events in pre-pandemic times, saw a gradual decline as virtual events became everyone’s first choice. What is a hybrid event? Why are hybrid events so popular?

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Smart Meetings

MAY 5, 2023

How to choose between in-person, virtual and hybrid for your next event When Covid-19 lockdowns pushed the world into all-digital interactions, they presented event organizers with a gift: the opportunity to test digital-only event strategies. Read More: The Future is Hybrid-ish.

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EventMB

MAY 12, 2020

Virtual events have gained a lot of ground in the industry over the last few months, and many of the benefits and best practices learned from successful applications won't soon be forgotten. Here's how to leverage virtual event strategies once live events return.

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Event Age by Swapcard

APRIL 26, 2022

Virtual Sapiens’ Rachel Cossar delivers her four top tips for maximum engagement that speakers and organizers at hybrid events won’t want to miss. From workplace arrangements to events, ‘hybrid’ is the mot du jour. Here are the main things you need to be aware of to run the most engaging hybrid event.

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SpotMe Blog

APRIL 4, 2023

By acquiring an exceptional international team, a market-leading end-to-end event technology solution, and deep domain expertise in key industries, Swiss Post is strengthening its role as a trustworthy carrier of sensitive customer and business information, supporting companies in their digital transformation.

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Eventscase Blog

MARCH 6, 2024

GMT, Eventscase held a webinar on artificial intelligence (AI) and how it relates to event management. She highlighted the benefits of AI tools and invited attendees to formulate and direct their questions at a later time––after she interviewed Fátima Barbero, VP of Event Managers Association (EMA) in Spain and Head of Global Events at Forto.

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Endless Events

APRIL 8, 2022

It seems that the asynchronous communication trend has also started making waves in the meeting and events industry , namely as asynchronous hybrid events. It seems that the asynchronous communication trend has also started making waves in the meeting and events industry , namely as asynchronous hybrid events.

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SpotMe Blog

AUGUST 18, 2022

Most event organizers and marketing leads think of live event captioning as a “nice-to-have” feature. But it’s a must-have tool for every event. Live-streamed events are becoming more and more popular. As a result, the need for closed captioning for live events is growing. And there are many other benefits.

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Guidebook

APRIL 19, 2024

Planning and coordinating events isn’t a walk in the park. However, in an age where almost everything can be simplified with technology, an event app plays a crucial role in changing the landscape of event planning and management. Event apps have already revolutionized the way we see and handle events.

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Expo Pass

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Amidst the chaos of holiday events, we’re reflecting on our favorite moments of 2023—the wins and the challenges that will become next year’s funny stories. Getting a head start on event planning trends for 2024 will help you implement the newest strategies with greater confidence and capability. Embrace AI. A more inclusive world.

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Socio Events

MARCH 7, 2023

When my colleagues and I returned from IMEX last year, we noticed that many event professionals no longer use the word “hybrid” to describe their events. We heard from attendees that hybrid events were too complex, and required double the budget, double the time, and of course, double the work.

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Endless Events

JULY 9, 2021

But alas, we took some time only because we wanted to present you with the very best guide to hybrid events out there! The events industry went from one of the most stagnant to one that quickly picked up the pace and witnessed a technological evolution that many consider unprecedented. What are the benefits of hybrid?

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MeetingsNet

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

After one big effort in August, nearly six times as many Maritz Global Events employees are certified in event sustainability. Over the past year, a handful of employees at Maritz Global Events, Fenton, Mo., Over the past year, a handful of employees at Maritz Global Events, Fenton, Mo., had earned their SEPC.

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EventMB

JUNE 29, 2022

It’s tough to work in event tech right now, especially compared to the all-time highs of 2020 and 2021. At the peak of virtual events some experts predicted a shift towards and permanently overtaking in-person events. Today, the narrative around event tech has changed. Today, the narrative around event tech has changed.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 31, 2021

In June, organizations across America were excited about the return of in-person events, and the enticing potential of hybrid events. Corporations, universities, government agencies and associations abruptly began rethinking the structure of their conferences and team-building events for the remainder of 2021.

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Endless Events

MAY 5, 2022

Event technology has finally become an integral part of our event strategies. It’s taken us many years, even though many event profs have been preaching about numerous benefits of event technology for ages. The pandemic sped up the adoption of technology and software solutions in the events industry.

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Endless Events

JULY 24, 2020

The Best of the Best: Event Help: Read This Before Planning A Hybrid Event! Networking: The Future Is Now: Networking For Hybrid Events. ? Hybrid, Hybrid, Hybrid. Now, virtual needs to step aside and make way for the new superstar of Covid-19: HYBRID.

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Expo Pass

MAY 31, 2022

Nonprofits are experts at planning events of all kinds. But what can event management software do to streamline a nonprofit’s planning process? And, how can event technology benefit a nonprofit in the long term? Easy answer – event technology is the best multipurpose any organization can have! Plain and simple.

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PCMA Convene

JUNE 11, 2021

Fifteen months into the pandemic, some event marketers are still struggling to achieve similar results from their digital events as their previous in-person versions, according to a study from videoconferencing company BlueJeans. But there have been drawbacks to the digital experience as well.

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Best Corporate Events

MAY 17, 2023

Beyond pay and benefits, they are looking for trust, respect, and opportunities for advancement from their employers. New research on consumer trends reveals some fascinating insights and guidance. The good news for business leaders: there’s a common thread connecting all of these goals. The research, 2022 State of U.S.

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