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[WEBINAR]: Should You Move Ahead with Fall In-person Events? 9.29.21

Velvet Chainsaw

Register Now for our next VCC Webinar, Wednesday September 29, 2021, 12:00-1:00 PM EDT. Space is Limited. Organizations are making tough decisions about how to–or even whether to–move forward with their upcoming conferences and expos. While some have made the decision to cancel their f2f events, many others are forging ahead. Learn what worked and what didn’t from two event pros who held major in-person conferences in late August and early September, from Covid compliance to the on-s

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5 Key Takeaways from Anthony Vade on Event Pricing Design

Attendease

With COVID-19 and the event industry pivoting from in-person to virtual formats, we saw a big shift from a pricing standpoint. Many events and conferences that used to have a high ticket value were now being offered in a virtual format for free (or for a fraction of the price of its in-person version). This change in pricing mentality brought yet another challenge to the industry.

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Event Sponsorship in 2021: What It Looks Like and How to Capitalize On It

SpotMe Blog

Event planning is no easy feat. It requires skill, preparation, a strategic team of experts, not to mention ample amounts of funding. 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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8 Types of Event Tickets and Why You Should Use Them

Picatic by Eventbrite

There is no sweeter phrase for an event creator than “sold out,” but did you know that by selling different types of tickets, you can hear that phrase more than once? Your attendees experience serious FOMO (fear of missing out) when they see that tickets for an event are sold out. When you use […].

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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 Industry Strongholds Will Become Event Destination Staples

EventMB

New variants and continued uncertainty around travel mean that a destination’s local intellectual capital will remain a key criterion for selection. Destinations with a strong reputation within a given industry will become a hub for that industry’s events. Sponsored by Visit Baltimore What location do you associate with fine dining? Paris? Naples? Can you do […].

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10 Security Measures to Implement at Events as We Transition from Digital to Hybrid

SpotMe Blog

Since the onset of the pandemic, businesses have faced a huge risk. Companies that relied on in-person events had to quickly conquer the learning curve of facilitating online conferences and virtual events. Today, as companies and groups worldwide face the possibility of ongoing online event management, most realize their quick implementations aren’t long-term solutions, especially as hybrid events become more popular. .

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Event Marketing in the "New Normal"

Event Age by Swapcard

The past 18 months have been a challenge for the events industry, but the ability to pivot and adapt to a "new normal" during these trying times is something the events world can be proud of.

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Can Hopin Ride Its Virtual Success to a Shift to More Hybrid Events?

EventMB

Hopin’s rise to unicorn status and its recent $7.75B valuation make it an undeniable force to be reckoned with in the virtual event world. But as the company founded in 2019 continues its spree of hires and acquisitions, the event industry’s desire to shift from virtual back to in-person events may be its biggest challenge […]. The post Can Hopin Ride Its Virtual Success to a Shift to More Hybrid Events?

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Everything You Need To Know To Create Your Event Timeline

Endless Events

So, you want to plan an event. If your head is spinning, don’t worry: it’s all completely normal. Take the event planning process one step at a time. How about you start with creating an event timeline? Event timelines help you stay on track and get you excited about the event you’re going to throw together. You might be thinking: ‘But how can I know what state will the events industry be a month or six months from now?

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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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SpotMe launches Express, a new solution for webinars

SpotMe Blog

SpotMe is pleased to announce their new solution for webinars, completing their end-to-end B2B event marketing platform. SpotMe customers can now host unlimited webinars powered by SpotMe’s Studio technology. LAUSANNE, SWITZERLAND, SEPTEMBER 21, 2021 – SpotMe SA today announced availability of their latest product, Express. SpotMe Express is a new web-based webinar management solution that completes the spectrum of events from webinars to hybrid and virtual events.

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QR Codes Return in Force to Help Brands Deliver Touchless Engagement

Event Marketer

QR codes are having a moment again. The simple-to-generate, touchless matrix barcodes have become the darling of many businesses during the pandemic, like restaurants where patrons can access the evening’s menu from their devices rather than share (the virus, potentially) with other patrons. But the codes have been popping up frequently again in events, unlocking engagements and directing consumers to key content.

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Wonder Technologies Networking Platform [Review]

EventMB

Wonder is a virtual venue that enables event organizers to host online networking sessions, small conferences, and other virtual events. Here is our review. Wonder: What Is It? Wonder is a virtual event space where event planners can host virtual networking events, small-scale conferences, and workshops. The platform was built to enable virtual event […].

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The Nitty-Gritty Of Virtual Event Production With Socio!

Endless Events

There is only one thing that seems to be certain in these trying times in the events industry: virtual events are here to stay , no matter the state of the pandemic and our personal preferences. And that’s why it’s time to talk about virtual event production -again. The #EventIcons podcast strives to talk to the very best in the events world.

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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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New On-Site Covid Test Available for Business Events

MeetingsNet

Specially trained dogs are the next line of defense to keep events Covid-free. As in-person meetings, conventions, and trade shows get set to resume in some cities despite the uncertainty of Covid-19’s delta variant, a new breed of on-site test is becoming more widely available, bringing another layer of health security to business events. At Florida International University’s Forensic Research Institute, four scent dogs were trained earlier this year to identify humans who are infected with Cov

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Five Insights on Producing Outdoor Experiences Amid COVID-19

Event Marketer

The pros and cons of activating in the great outdoors. Experts across the board have pointed to the lower risk of virus transmission in outdoor settings, prompting event marketers to tap into a fresh variety of outdoor venues and programming that allows for social distancing while keeping attendees engaged. But s ecuring an outdoor venue isn’t always as cut and dry as reserving an indoor one.

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Manchester Central launches ‘Incubator’ initiative to find the event of the future

Event Industry News

A new incubator programme for the event industry is set to launch in the coming weeks, offering businesses the opportunity to bring their next big idea to life with the backing of Manchester’s iconic city centre events venue. The initiative will be launched by Manchester Central, one of the UK’s largest event spaces. It has been announced to coincide with the region’s Progress21 event taking place at the venue currently – an event focussed on igniting business and career opport

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Pam and Marco’s Cozy Wedding at The Loft in The Distillery District

EventSource

Pam and Marco’s wedding is nothing short of delightful. Their magical day at The Distillery District - Loft is the perfect confection of both city chic and cozy vibes. The bride looked beautiful in a gorgeous dress by Sophia Tolli while the groom looked dapper in a suit from Century 21. Overall, their elegant and intimate celebration was pin-worthy from top to bottom.

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Dominate Your Local Market With These 4 Reputation Management Strategies

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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Smart Woman Summit Celebrates Transformation

Smart Meetings

The act of honoring winners of the Smart Women in Meetings Award is a celebration of the resiliency of meeting professionals everywhere. That’s why when we were finally able to bring the 2020 and 2021 cohorts together last week for a grand gala at Resorts World Las Vegas, we invited all the previous year’s winners and paired the occasion with a Smart Woman Summit day of empowerment showcasing top personal and career development experts.

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6 ways to use event data and analytics to transform virtual events

Hubilo Blog

One of the best things about virtual events is that they generate a goldmine of data. Virtual event platforms have made the entire event ecosystem more robust. With minute and real-time tracking capabilities, they’ve helped transform events. But understanding how to harness the power of event data is critical. Here are some ways to do so: 1. Understand attendee behavior and preferences.

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This is how in-person and hybrid events are happening safely right now.

Expo Pass

We will be the first to say that we did a double-take when we saw some of those crowds with thousands of people at the Lollapalooza music festival this year. Eeek! But in reality, there are proven ways for in-person and hybrid events to happen safely right now. It takes good planning, excellent communication, and a major commitment to effective health safety measures — but it is still possible.

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How to DIY Your Own Wedding Bouquet

EventSource

Deciding to make your own wedding bouquet means more than just free reign over creativity – it could result in way less money spent which is great if you’re on a tight budget! If you’re a bride that doesn’t shy away from DIY, creating your own floral bouquet will be right up your alley. Although you can’t replace the talent and keen eye of an experienced florist , creating your own bouquet may not be as complicated as you think – especially if you follow these three simpl

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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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Road to IMEX: Details Released

Smart Meetings

Editor’s Note: This is part of a monthly series on the planning process for producing IMEX America , the 10th anniversary of the landmark industry gathering scheduled for Nov. 9-11 at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in Las Vegas. Six weeks out from the return of IMEX America to Las Vegas, the agenda is firming up and, thanks to a surprise announcement from the Biden Administration, prospects are good for international travel to the event.

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Idahoan Foods Takes Aim at Consumers’ Plates with the Mashed in America Tour

Event Marketer

Driving consumer retention is baked into the sampling strategy. As large-scale events resume safely this year, Idahoan Foods is making a move to plant a stake in the ground in the comeback and engage consumers in the convenience of the mashed potato. The brand’s new Mashed in America Tour is targeting sports fans, concert goers and shoppers at an array of events and retail locations throughout the year with a family-friendly, scalable 30×30 activation footprint.

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How to Make Networking in a Virtual Setting Actually Engaging

Stova

From inboxes and Slack channels to texts and DMs, it can feel like we’re in nearly constant communication with co-workers and colleagues. So many messages, so little time. Have you ever felt drained from simply responding all day, and realized you haven’t gotten that much work done?

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Will the U.S. Gov’t Help the Meeting Industry’s Biggest Event?

MeetingsNet

Sometime in November, air travelers from dozens of countries will be allowed into America with proof of vaccination. But “sometime” brings great uncertainty to the November 9-11 IMEX America show. With the September 20 announcement that the U.S. will reopen in November to Covid-vaccinated air travelers from 33 countries—including most of Europe as well as China, India, and Brazil—the largest event for the meeting and convention industry might be able to have international exhibitors.

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5 Things Businesses Need to Know to Thrive in a Post-COVID World

People are itching to get back into the world. 54% of consumers say they plan to dine out at a restaurant at least once a week this year. As COVID-19 restrictions ease, the competition for their business is stronger than ever. Download this eBook today to learn how your restaurant can be prepared!

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Study Finds Grocery Shopping Riskier Than In-person Meetings

Smart Meetings

When did you last go grocery shopping? Do you remember passing all those people, in that uncontrolled environment, coming from and going to places of which you have no inkling? In a study by Freeman, in collaboration with Epistemix, it was found that settings such as this, where individuals’ paths are crossed in an unprotected nature, are riskier than business events.

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The Future of Events is Phygital and Onmnichannel

PCMA Convene

Phygital events — those with both live, in-person and online components — are part of the business events industry’s present and future. For the upcoming Convene September/October issue cover story, we focus on how the pandemic has spurred the development and growth of different business models in the events industry. Juliano Lissoni, MCI Group managing director, Canada, has contributed his perspective on this topic, sharing how MCI is organizing itself “to create value for our clients wit

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Virtual Events: 8 Ways to Reduce Your No-Show Rate

Eventsforce

Want the low-down on all things events? Weekly, in your inbox! Like it or not, virtual events are here to stay. They are no longer just a pandemic-induced necessity or fad. Attendees expect organizers to run virtual events. And due to their ability to cut costs, reduce travel and environmental pollution too, they have quickly proved their worth in any digital strategy.