G2Planet
AUGUST 13, 2018
Corporate events have been a vital marketing channel, particularly for B2B enterprises, for decades now. Live events, including conferences and trade shows, remain one of the top lead generation sources for B2B marketers.
Endless Events
AUGUST 15, 2018
As you know, conferences are the bread and butter of event planners. You plan so many conferences of a similar nature each year that it can be easy to get stale. But, just because conferences have a heavy business-focus, doesn’t mean they need to be (or should be) lifeless! Even on a small budget, there are simple ways to get the most out of conference staging ideas.
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GEVME
AUGUST 13, 2018
Just as nourishing food is a part of a healthy lifestyle, food is also an integral element of a healthy event atmosphere. According to Market Research , event planners are seeing a rise in demand for customised catering both in corporate and household settings. By 2021 the contract catering market is expected to grow at an annual rate of 4%. The expansion of catering services isn’t a result of people eating more or events growing bigger.
Eventmobi
AUGUST 16, 2018
*The following post has been written by guest blogger, Kristen McCabe, from G2 Crowd. G2 Crowd is the leading website for online business software and service reviews, where Event Mobi ranks as a High Performer on the Summer 2018 Mobile Event Apps Report. Event speakers are essential to a successful event marketing strategy. Event marketing is a powerful strategy for B2C and B2B marketers, and for good reason.
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Conferences that Work
AUGUST 13, 2018
After watching Hannah Gadsby ‘s stunning show Nanette — which I highly recommend — here’s a small piece worth sharing. Gadsby starts with Vincent Van Gogh, looking at how we’ve come to lionize the idea of misunderstood genius. “Born ahead of his time,” she says. “What a load of s**t. Nobody is born ahead of their time—it’s impossible.” — Annaliese Griffin , Hannah Gadsby rewrites the way we tell jokes in “Nanette” Do you ever feel that the world isn’t ready for wh
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GEVME
AUGUST 15, 2018
Even though the current trends of AI, RFID, face recognition, and live streaming are imposing huge pressure on event professionals, it’s fair to say their lives are much easier today. Only a decade ago, an event planner would have to possess a solid knowledge of HTML, CSS, and Photoshop to create a functional event website. The introduction of easy-to-use website builders with pre-made templates changed everything.
EventMB
AUGUST 16, 2018
This is a sponsored post by GES. More information about Event Manager Blog’s sponsored posts. There’s good reason why the position of event planner is consistently named to the top ten most stressful jobs each year. There are so many moving parts, demands, and unexpected complications that can arise. And through it all you not only have […]. The post How to Be More Productive on Event Days by GES appeared first on [link].
Eventory
AUGUST 14, 2018
Reading Time: 16 minutes Event marketing meaning is crucial and its significance cannot be underestimated. Even though it is still a young, developing field its understanding is already often a misconception. Some still don’t see the importance of events, there is a dozen of reasons why it should be incorporated in everyday marketing strategies of the companies.
SmartMeetings
AUGUST 13, 2018
A big-picture approach and the right templates generate the most useful results. Last month , we addressed how planners can become more hands-on in content creation and speaker preparation. But the only way to prove to executive stakeholders the value the planner added is by effectively measuring the business benefit of that event’s formal and informal sessions.
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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
EventTechBrief
AUGUST 13, 2018
By Michelle Bruno. Exhibition organizers don’t know as much about attendees as they could. What they do know, they don’t leverage as well as they should. Tracking the attendee journey for most is usually an exercise in assumptions, rather than proof that engagement occurred. And although multiple technologies can digitize attendee behaviors and preferences, few organizations can combine the data into a single attendee record.
EventMB
AUGUST 14, 2018
Want to increase the attention your event invitation emails are getting? If your audience isn’t seeing them, your attendance will suffer. This guide is designed to help inspire you with 101 awesome designs plus, how to create email invitations, tips on sending and creative ideas to improve RSVP rates, click-throughs, and time spent viewing the […].
Gallus Events
AUGUST 15, 2018
Every event comes with an element of risk and some events are of course riskier than others. So how do you ensure that you have the right event contingency in your event budget? This simple process will go along way to ensuring you have accounted for the right level of risk. How to quickly calculate the right event contingency. Running events is a risky business.
Bizzabo
AUGUST 13, 2018
Whether you are running a conference for customers, partners or a larger conference, the right space makes all the difference. These 10 tips will help you find the perfect conference venue. From gathering speakers to securing sponsors, your to-do list seems to be never-ending. With. 36% of event planners spending most of their budget on the venue , choosing a event space becomes o. ne of the most important and challenging aspect in the planning process.
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BizBash
AUGUST 15, 2018
As a leading supplier of customized badges and exclusive event products, pc/nametag Inc. works with planners to make their jobs.
Endless Events
AUGUST 16, 2018
Team building events are essential if you want better team relations because it is all about the most important asset of your business – your employees. Even the best product or most innovative business plan doesn’t mean anything if there aren’t great people behind it. Employees are the heart of every company, and investing in team building exercises enhances their roles and connections.
NVOLV
AUGUST 17, 2018
Planning event is no less than pain. A great deal of time, effort and stress are required to plan an event and make them seamless and smooth. Event managers and planners who are still relying on traditional event management processes might need to work twice as compared to those who are utilizing technology the right way. For instance, think of the event registration process both manually and through the mobile event app.
Event Age by Swapcard
AUGUST 16, 2018
Here’s a simple and not-so-shocking truth: we use our mobile phones a lot. There were 3.7 billion unique users pf mobile devices worldwide as of January 2018. tech-savvy Americans, for example, spend an average of three to four hours a day interacting with smart phones each day. Young adults are estimated to check their devices 86 times a day.
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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.
Guidebook
AUGUST 15, 2018
With so many conferences and trade shows out there, it’s important to stay on top of emerging trends and ensure that your event presents the value that attendees are looking for. The best events are ones that are memorable, and nowadays the same ol’ tricks just aren’t cutting it. The good news is that new technology has created a modern style to the event experience that organizers can incorporate while planning.
BizBash
AUGUST 13, 2018
New York City-based David G. Flatt Ltd. is adding Burning Man to its already extensive résumé The design-build firm has.
Eventory
AUGUST 16, 2018
Reading Time: 18 minutes We live in the times when almost everything is easily accessible on the Internet. The knowledge is not an exception. When the distance is not a barrier anymore and information flow became unlimited, the struggle of traveling miles to get to the promising international business conference disappears. There’s a much easier way to give managers possibility of gaining new, useful business knowledge and skills.
Eventbrite UK
AUGUST 14, 2018
This is the second interview feature in our How to Run Events for Tourists series looking at the individuals behind successful tourist events. Fed up with endless auditions, actor Tom Brace decided to turn his talent to entertaining a more receptive audience – tourists. Tom and his business partner, Ferry Hunt, founded See Your City 18 […].
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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.
EventMB
AUGUST 15, 2018
EventMB is the number one source for the industry when it gets to event trends. Join us for a featured webinar to look at the last portion of 2018. What are the trends impacting event marketing, budgets, event technology, marketing and social media? Join Julius Solaris, the editor of Event Manager Blog, to stay […]. The post Event Trends: Late 2018 Outlook [Webinar] by Julius Solaris appeared first on [link].
BizBash
AUGUST 17, 2018
This week's roundup includes LED "flowers" at St-Germain's summer soiree in Los Angeles; a lavender cocktail garnish wall at the.
Hubilo Blog
AUGUST 16, 2018
Event promotion isn’t just limited to pre-event promotion strategies, nowadays, pre-event, during event and post-event promotion; requires an event organiser’s attention. There are many useful event marketing strategies that prove worth applying post-event. Post-event engagement is a crucial part of the event planning and event management process. Here are some of the essential event promotion ideas that can prove to be effective post the E-day: 1.
Endless Events
AUGUST 17, 2018
Creating successful recurring events isn’t only good for brands but also for planners. Maintain your momentum by creating events that stick to your attendee’s minds. To do this, you need to make your conference memorable. Not planning conferences? These tips can apply to almost any event. For example, start with venue design that both attracts and engages people as they enter your venue.
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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!
InitLive
AUGUST 17, 2018
First impressions for any event are important, especially when it comes to onboarding volunteers. The first time volunteers step onto your event site, you'll want to make it as easy as possible for them to check in, find out where they need to go, and become a fully-engaged part of your event team. Here are six ways to make event check-in convenient for your volunteers: 1.
BizBash
AUGUST 16, 2018
HBO’s comedy series Insecure follows the friendship of two modern-day black women as they navigate their day-to-day lives and relationships.
Caterease
AUGUST 15, 2018
(Pretty Darn Quick) The food and beverage industry isn’t easy. It takes people who have experience and extensive knowledge. Do you want to know the secret to pretty, darn quick food and beverage success? It’s easy! The quick answer is Caterease and here’s why: 1. Management & Reporting Great management is the cornerstone of making. The post PDQ F&B Success appeared first on Caterease.
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