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My Turbulent Love Affair With Digital-Event Networking

Velvet Chainsaw

I have been a loyal and passionate disciple of networking for all of my adult life. I have spent decades learning, speaking and writing about it. Yet when our world was turned upside down last March, and all meaningful connection with everyone was forced into a digital world, I suddenly felt like I lost my footing and became very unstable. I learned a lot over the first nine months of the pandemic as I collaborated with clients to design and deliver high-value networking experiences in the digit

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4 Party Ideas to Draw a Crowd for the 4th of July

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A gradual reopening in the US has allowed some in-person events to resume, as long as they’re designed with COVID-19 precautions in mind. Warm weather will make hosting events this summer even easier since fresh air and open spaces allow for larger groups to safely gather. If you want your event to stand out this […].

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How to trust your gut

Conferences that Work

Three stories and a presentation about “How to trust your gut” 1 • My gut meets Seth Andrew. Last week, I was about to begin an online presentation on “How to trust your gut” when a national story broke. Major news outlets ( 1 , 2 , 3 ) were reporting that Seth Andrew , founder of a national network of charter schools, had been arrested for allegedly stealing $218,000 from one of the schools: Democracy Prep.

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Things to Do on Mother’s Day (Even During the Pandemic)

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Mother’s Day will be a bit non-traditional for the second year in a row as most cities are still facing COVID-19 restrictions. However, that means it’s a good time to look for virtual events for Mother’s Day weekend that celebrate connection. Here are some fun things to do with the important women in your life, […].

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Unlock the Secrets of Event Marketing Masters

The greats learn from the greats. Set yourself and your team up for success with tried and tested strategies and insights from event marketing geniuses at Vanta, Partnership Leaders, Quantum Metric, Rocketlane, and Explori.

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How Can You Improve Lead Generation at Virtual Events?

EventMB

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

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How Non-Fungible Tokens Will be Present at Events and How to Start Applying Them Now

Special Events

An NFT, or a non-fungible token, is a unique digital token that securely stores information on a blockchain. In other words, NFTs are one-off digital assets such as videos, images, memes, art pieces, badges, and virtual clothing, among others, that can be purchased through a cryptocurrency site or simply with your credit card.

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Disney’s Covid-Era Crowd Management Offers Lessons for Planners

Smart Meetings

Crowd control is going to be on meeting planners’ minds in the first few months of the post-pandemic era, and there’s no better model for how to herd the hordes than the Walt Disney Company. Disney’s global theme parks welcomed just shy of 156 million guests in 2019, according to the TEA/AECOM Theme Index and Museum Index —nearly twice the number of international travelers who came to the United States during the same year.

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4 Ways to Maintain Individuality Once You’re Engaged

EventSource

While there’s no denying all the feel-good emotions that come along with the soon-to-be-married status, it’s also okay to recognize that there is a whole range of other emotions that are totally normal to experience in this stage of life, too. One of those is the feeling of losing your individuality. This isn’t only symptomatic of being recently engaged, but simply being in a serious relationship – the intermingling of two lives can cause anyone to feel more like a “we” than a “me.

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Harness the Power of Negotiation for Post-Covid Success

Smart Meetings

“When you work in consulting, nobody likes you,” Alison Fragale begins the latest Smart Meetings webinar, “ How to Harness the Power of Negotiation to Master Your Post-Covid Events Career.”. Fragale, associate professor of organizational behavior at University of North Carolina, recalls her consulting days as the “saddest, loneliest job in the entire world.

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How to Get Speakers, Exhibitors, and Attendees to Promote Your Event With Video

In this best practices guide, you’ll learn how to tap into the cost-efficiencies of advocacy and word-of-mouth marketing with video. Examples include speakers providing a preview of their upcoming sessions, exhibitors creating “please stop by” invitations and attendees creating “looking forward to seeing you” introduction videos. Learn about best practices and programs created by leading companies and associations including ASIS, AUVSI, SuperZoo, National Restaurant Association, World of Concret

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Denzil Rankine: ‘We Have an Extraordinary Journey in This Industry’

PCMA Convene

Denzil Rankine, founder and executive chairman of AMR International and coauthor of Reinventing Live: The Always-on Future of Events, on the monetization of digital events: “In theory, the economics are very positive for online only, but achieving them is really tough. That’s because everyone came into this unprepared.” Earlier this year, the book Reinventing Live: The Always-on Future of Events was published, after being rushed into production last year during COVID-19 by coauthors

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Inglenook Seduces Groups with Storytelling and Savoring What Napa Can Be

Smart Meetings

If you are of a certain age, as I am, the words that spring to mind at mention of Inglenook are…jug wine. (For those too young to relate, think of that as wine in a growler.) Just out of college, it was the go-to for something cheap and red to drink with spaghetti and red sauce (notice I do not say “pasta,” which entered our everyday lexicon only later; in some parts of the country, “noodles” was the operative term).

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Mike Davis Promoted to President and Chief Operating Officer at CORT

Exhibitor Magazine

CORT, the nation's leading provider of furniture rental and transition services, has announced the promotion of Mike Davis to President and Chief Oper.

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Top 5 reasons to bring your event to life in Melbourne, Australia

Smart Meetings

Plan with Confidence. Thinking about your next business event destination? Make it Melbourne, Australia’s creative, cultural and innovation capital and a place of exploration and discovery. If you’re wondering where to start with planning your event down under, try the Melbourne Convention Bureau (MCB), your eyes and ears on the ground to help you plan an unforgettable event – read on to find out how.

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B2B Events in 2023 - What You Need to Know

Get ahead of the curve and stay informed with Zuddl's industry report on the future of B2B events in 2023. Stay up-to-date on the latest trends and insights from leading experts in the field. Make informed decisions and stay ahead of the competition.

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Joint Industry Initiative Launches to Unite Event Data

Exhibitor Magazine

A working group of event organisers and technology platforms announces Virtual Standard Export Format (VSef) a universal format for virtual and hybrid.

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Changing Fonts on Prints in Print Designer

Caterease

The post Changing Fonts on Prints in Print Designer appeared first on Caterease.

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International Restaurant and Foodservice Show of New York Moves Next In Person Event to March 2022

Exhibitor Magazine

NEW YORK, NY  After conferring with the NY/tri-state restaurant and foodservice community, and based on the feedback, Clarion Events Food and Beverage.

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How Can You Improve Lead Generation at Virtual Events?

Skift

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Download Now: 2022 Virtual + Hybrid Event Platform RFP Template - Enterprise Edition

Download 200+ new RFP questions for hybrid and virtual event technology success. After 10,000 downloads, the SpotMe Virtual + Hybrid Event Platform RFP Template is the ultimate procurement tool for event technology. This template is ideal for companies looking for a vendor to fulfill their specific virtual + hybrid event platform needs and requirements!

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Philadelphia Successfully Hosts First Citywide Event in Over a Year

Exhibitor Magazine

As part of National Travel and Tourism Week, and underscoring the week's theme of 'The Power of Travel', today the Philadelphia Convention and Visitor.

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Rochester Experiential Company MSM Inc. Makes Key Hires to Drive Growth

Exhibitor Magazine

Rochester, NY  As MSM Inc. rebuilds after the devastating impact COVID-19 has had on its live events business, two key hires were made to drive growt.

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Exhibitus Client Toshiba Global Commerce Solutions Wins Hermes Creative Awards

Exhibitor Magazine

Exhibitus announced today that Toshiba Global Commerce Solutions. has received a Gold Hermes Creative Award in the category of Trade Show. Exhibit f.