Velvet Chainsaw

SEPTEMBER 22, 2017

The most effective sponsorships are all about the attendee — the fan, the sponsor’s target market. If they don’t win over the attendee, the sponsorship may not be sustainable. The same could be said for the naming of your sponsorship levels. It’s time to reimagine the precious metal sponsorship categories — and unless you’re the International Association of Gems, it’s also time to retire Diamond, Ruby, Emerald and Sapphire levels, too.

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Picatic by Eventbrite

SEPTEMBER 19, 2017

The best event hosts add a unique and memorable touch to their events. Here are a few tips on gamification from guest blogger Dan McCarthy. Events these days should go beyond a presentation and a few workshops. Remember, an event is about captivating an audience to build your brand. One way to achieve this end […]. The post Achieving Event Attendee Satisfaction through Gamification appeared first on Picatic Event Planning Blog.

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Event Farm

SEPTEMBER 20, 2017

Technology is shaping the way we do business, and smart tech relies on good data—the more the better. As I outlined in the first post of this series , event marketers need to ensure that they have processes in place that will make them smarter today and simultaneously set them up for success in the future. The best way to do that is to collect data.

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Eventinterface

SEPTEMBER 20, 2017

No good marketer shies away from live events. On the contrary, a professionally executed event is often a staple of the successful marketing strategy that turns heads, signs on new clients, helps forge business partnerships, and solidifies brand recognition and loyalty. A well-crafted live event takes meticulous planning and strong attention to detail.

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Velvet Chainsaw

SEPTEMBER 20, 2017

Too often when we think about conference growth or sustainability, we assume it means attracting next gen customers. We pinpoint a specific generation, usually Millennials. Then we discuss how to plan, program and market to that specific age group. Eventually our planning discussions turn to generational differences. Those conversations can quickly digress into personal pet peeve complaints about each generation.

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Gallus Events

SEPTEMBER 21, 2017

So what have we learned from a decade or so creating events and supporting organisations who want to change their events? One thing we have seen is that events that have a powerful and distinctive personally via a distinctive brand consistently do well. The benefits of a powerful event brand are exceptionally high! So we thought we’d quickly outline our thoughts on event branding.

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Eventinterface

SEPTEMBER 20, 2017

No good marketer shies away from live events. On the contrary, a professionally executed event is often a staple of the successful marketing strategy that turns heads, signs on new clients, helps forge business partnerships, and solidifies brand recognition and loyalty. A well-crafted live event takes meticulous planning and strong attention to detail.

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Eventbrite UK

SEPTEMBER 21, 2017

In this new survey of Millennials, we challenge the idea of the millennial as a phone addict who prefers the digital to the real world. Were we right? The post A Fresh Look at Millennials in 2017 – a New Eventbrite Report appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.

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EventMB

SEPTEMBER 20, 2017

More and more artists are locking down on cellphone use at their events with a soft ‘phone prison’. As creatures of habit, can event planners learn to do the same? Imagine attending a conference where mobile devices are banned. You are not allowed to look at your phone, your tablet or even your smartwatch. What […]. The post Cellphone Blackout: Can Your Attendees Handle It?

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BizBash

SEPTEMBER 20, 2017

When Hurricane Irma barreled toward the Caribbean earlier this month, the roughly 9,500 residents of Vieques, a small island off.

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Eventinterface

SEPTEMBER 20, 2017

No good marketer shies away from live events. On the contrary, a professionally executed event is often a staple of the successful marketing strategy that turns heads, signs on new clients, helps forge business partnerships, and solidifies brand recognition and loyalty. A well-crafted live event takes meticulous planning and strong attention to detail.

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Quickmobile

SEPTEMBER 21, 2017

Subscribe to the blog to stay up to date on event tech trends and best practices, or contact us to see how event apps can can pull double duty as event promotion. Once your event plans are in motion, it’s important to start promoting your event to help get word out and get people (ideally) clamouring at your door to attend. If you have the budget, there are some amazing , eye-catching ways to promote your event.

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EventMB

SEPTEMBER 22, 2017

If you have speakers at your event you know how difficult it can be to get everything you need from them ahead of time. This is compounded when the speaker is famous or an executive at your company. How can you get your needs met without nagging and making them angry? Get out your tightrope […]. The post How to Ensure Speakers Hit Your Deadlines by Christina Green appeared first on [link].

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Event Farm

SEPTEMBER 20, 2017

Technology is shaping the way we do business, and smart tech relies on good data—the more the better. As I outlined in the first post of this series , event marketers need to ensure that they have processes in place that will make them smarter today and simultaneously set them up for success in the future. The best way to do that is to collect data.

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Eventinterface

SEPTEMBER 18, 2017

High-tech software companies and event production firms are rolling out new technologies, including facial recognition and emotional measurement software, to improve event security, streamline the check-in process, and measure the attendee experience. The goal is to do all these things while putting attendees’ minds at ease when it comes to privacy concerns.

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Quickmobile

SEPTEMBER 19, 2017

Air Traffic Controllers, Pilots and Surgeons are all among the most stressful professions in the world. A little-known fact is that Meeting Planners are also on the list of most stressful jobs. However, the below list are things that make Meeting Planners’ jobs even more challenging. 1. Budget Constraints. In a perfect world, Meeting Planners would have an unlimited budget to work with.

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EventMB

SEPTEMBER 21, 2017

This is a sponsored post by Arrow Promotional. More information about Event Manager Blog’s sponsored posts. Are you looking for new ideas to get your visitors excited about your event swag? Here are 10 trends in event promotional items and some hot products you should be aware of. Get your event attendees excited about your […]. The post Try These Clever Swag Ideas For 2018 by Arrow Promotional appeared first on [link].

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Speaker: Adam Dorfman, Lindsay Harrison, and Erin O'Brien

Did you know that 4 out of 5 consumers use local search and 88% use smartphones for those searches? With that in mind, I think it's safe to say your online presence is the silver bullet of your business. Think about the revenue you could be missing by not prioritizing local search optimization. Fortunately, there are a handful of steps you can take right now that will immediately impact your business's pace in local search, and we're happy to share them.

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BizBash

SEPTEMBER 21, 2017

Here’s a roundup of some of the newest technology products to use at meetings, fund-raisers, conference and other types of.

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Eventinterface

SEPTEMBER 18, 2017

High-tech software companies and event production firms are rolling out new technologies, including facial recognition and emotional measurement software, to improve event security, streamline the check-in process, and measure the attendee experience. The goal is to do all these things while putting attendees’ minds at ease when it comes to privacy concerns.

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Quickmobile

SEPTEMBER 21, 2017

Subscribe to the blog to stay up to date on event tech trends and best practices, or contact us to see how event apps can can pull double duty as event promotion. Once your event plans are in motion, it’s important to start promoting your event to help get word out and get people (ideally) clamouring at your door to attend. If you have the budget, there are some amazing , eye-catching ways to promote your event.

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EventMB

SEPTEMBER 18, 2017

Do you think it’s impossible to get new clients as an introvert? Or do you love networking but haven’t had any success where you’ve looked? If you want new clients, we have 69 proven ways to find them, whatever your personality type. One of the most common questions we’re asked at Event Manager Blog is […]. The post 69 Proven Ways to Find New Clients for your Events Business by EventMB Team appeared first on [link].

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Eventbrite UK

SEPTEMBER 18, 2017

Pop-up events seem to be all the rage these days. But what makes this transient format so popular? Here are 8 compelling reasons. The post Why Pop-Up Events Are The ‘In’ Thing appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.

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Eventinterface

SEPTEMBER 18, 2017

High-tech software companies and event production firms are rolling out new technologies, including facial recognition and emotional measurement software, to improve event security, streamline the check-in process, and measure the attendee experience. The goal is to do all these things while putting attendees’ minds at ease when it comes to privacy concerns.

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BizBash

SEPTEMBER 21, 2017

2017 hasn’t exactly been a banner year for new food festivals. BrunchCon in New York made headlines in March for.

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EventMB

SEPTEMBER 16, 2017

You can never have too much dessert, so for the foodies with a sweet tooth, here are more mini sweets and delicacies you can add to your event menu. Some event layouts merely cannot accommodate dining or seating which makes feeding attendees difficult without losing space (and ultimately occupancy). Finger food and canape-only catering options […].

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Eventbrite UK

SEPTEMBER 20, 2017

With so many social media channels to manage, the right tools can help you immensely when it comes to implementing your digital strategy. The post 4 Ways the Right Social Media Tools Save You Time and Money appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.

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Social Tables

SEPTEMBER 21, 2017

So you’re expanding your hotel sales team: congratulations! Next up is drafting some hotel sales interview questions. Here is the list of top hotel sales interview questions you might ask to hire the best candidate in the pool. Hotel sales interview questions should get to the heart of skills you’re looking for. Click To Tweet. 1. What do you know about our hotel?

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BizBash

SEPTEMBER 20, 2017

If you want to design a name tag that truly stands out in a crowd, one that embodies a premium.

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