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The loneliness of the long distance facilitator

Conferences that Work

Right now, I am a long distance facilitator. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, I only facilitate meetings of people who are not the same room. Often, they are thousands of miles away. And, like Colin Smith, the protagonist (played by Tom Courtney ) of the classic 1962 film The Loneliness of the Long Distance Runner , I sometimes feel alone. Meeting via Zoom is far better than not meeting at all, but it doesn’t compare with being with people face-to-face.

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A Must-Follow Guide for Running Corporate Events

GEVME

More and more companies have been shifting to virtual events due to the pandemic, and the transition is providing a lot of benefits too. For instance, there are lesser overheads now, which earlier came in the form of booking an event venue, arranging food and beverages, etc. Also, it is way more convenient for employees in different parts of the city/country to attend the event with just a click of a button.

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Make Your Events More Inclusive With These Tips from a DEI Strategist

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Eventbrite hosted the first-ever RECONVENE summit in May. The virtual networking and skillsharing event featured more than 20 talks and workshops from some of the most dynamic thinkers in the event world. We’re recapping the two-day event’s key takeaways on the blog. Watch recordings of every session here. Last May, almost immediately after George Floyd was killed by […].

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What to Do When Online Infrastructure Goes Down

EventMB

Last week’s internet outages were a reminder of just how frail key online infrastructure can be. Eventprofs will need to ensure that they have solid contingency plans in place for when service outages pose challenges for online events. Attendees to Hubspot’s online Grow networking conference got a rude surprise last week when some of […]. The post What to Do When Online Infrastructure Goes Down by Lucas Fitch appeared first on [link].

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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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6 Foolproof Steps To Picking Your Wedding Hairstyle

EventSource

Unless you are one of those annoying people whose hair looks 100% perfect 100% of the time, you will need to add ‘find an awesome wedding hairstyle’ to your wedding to-do list. While it may feel overwhelming to choose a hairstyle for one of the biggest days of your life (and one that will be in photos forever)– we are here to help! Here is how to find the perfect hairstyle for your wedding day in 6 easy steps.

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Music Festival Spotlight: Come & Tube It

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When Ronnie Brown, singer and songwriter for the Texas-based reggae-rock band Audic Empire, decided to blend his love of music with his enthusiasm for the San Marcos River, what emerged is the Come & Tube It 2021 Music Festival. It’s a one-of-a-kind, eco-conscious party on the river, with more than a dozen bands lined up for […].

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MeetingPlay Raises $75 Million in Contrarian Strategy to Stay Invisible to Event Attendees

EventMB

Event technology company MeetingPlay raised $75 million from growth-oriented private equity firm Sunstone Partners. The investment is being used to support a white-label approach that essentially makes MeetingPlay invisible to attendees. This investment is one of the largest in event tech in recent times, so we took the opportunity to discuss MeetingPlay’s plans in an […].

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The New York Times Pulls Plug on Travel Show After 17 Years

Skift

The New York Times Travel Show has ended. This photo was taken at the 2019 show. j-No / Flickr Skift Take: No matter what you thought of the show, it's another large loss for the travel industry after a horrific year. — Angel Adegbesan Read the Complete Story On Skift.

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A Fundamental Guide for Running Virtual Corporate Events

GEVME

More and more companies have been shifting to virtual events due to the pandemic, and the transition is providing a lot of benefits too. For instance, there are lesser overheads now, which earlier came in the form of booking an event venue, arranging food and beverages, etc. Also, it is way more convenient for employees in different parts of the city/country to attend the event with just a click of a button.

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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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A Roundup of COVID-19 Guidelines to Safely Navigate the Return to Live Events

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With venues re-opening and restrictions on gatherings slowly being loosened, communities — and event creators — are eager to get back to live, in-person events. Even so, many regulations remain in place to protect against another spike in COVID-19 cases, and it’s an event planner’s responsibility to protect the health of their attendees and staff. […].

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Aventri Virtual & Hybrid Event Solution [Review]

EventMB

Aventri’s Virtual & Hybrid Event Solution is designed for enterprise organizations and event planners who require fully branded, interactive events. Here is our review What Is It? Aventri’s Virtual & Hybrid Event Solution is an end-to-end platform designed to let you execute your events from one spot. The solution came about as a response […].

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Three Platforms Worth Exploring in the Booming Social Audio Space

Event Marketer

Social audio just may be the next frontier for social media. Consumers with Zoom fatigue were first drawn to the audio-only concept while stuck at home during the pandemic, and the market for it has been booming ever since. Different from podcasts, which are recorded for future listening, social audio is about real-time, moderated conversations that allow listeners to actively participate.

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AWS X GEVME: GEVME’s Transformation Through Robust Technology Infrastructure

GEVME

GEVME has been breaking the boundaries of the virtual event experience through its virtual event builder. It is fully customizable, secure, and scalable according to the requirement. It has changed the way people connect online through events, meetings, live chat, video chat, and other elements that ensure maximum engagement with the attendees. . Specifically, the engagement blocks create a personal touch to events and live meetings.

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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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COVID-19 Safety Playbook: FAQs About Safety Precautions

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Event creators around the US are celebrating the reopening of venues and communities nationwide. But in this new climate, creators aren’t just on the hook for planning great events — they’re also responsible for the safety of attendees. In support of our COVID-19 Safety Playbook, we’ve collected answers to some of the most common questions on […].

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Event Tech Providers Brace for Hybrid Impact by Offering AV and Production Services

EventMB

When events went virtual, event tech providers had to upskill to meet the demand for virtual production support. Now, as in-person events start to trickle back, providers are once again extending their end-to-end service offerings, but this time to onsite production. The evolving event landscape and the rapid shift to hybrid and onsite-only events present […].

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6 Tips for Keeping Attendees Tuned In During Your Online Events

Smart Meetings

While event organizers are getting good at planning in-person, hybrid and online events, booking the right speakers and keeping attendees engaged are still some of the biggest challenges. With online events especially, attendees can get distracted by looking at their phones or trying to multitask during presentations. Moreover, attendance rates for online sessions can be low: Registrants are less likely to show up, as they may get pulled into meetings or simply forget to add events to their cale

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Hybrid Events: 100 Free Resources to Guarantee Success

Event Age by Swapcard

With 100 resources on hybrid events, this page has all you need to prepare for and execute a successful hybrid event.

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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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How The Caverns Kept Live Music Alive During the Pandemic

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Eventbrite hosted the first-ever RECONVENE summit in May. The virtual networking and skillsharing event featured more than 20 talks and workshops from some of the most dynamic thinkers in the event world. We’re recapping the two-day event’s key takeaways on the blog. Watch recordings of every session here. Music fans travel from around the world to see their […].

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Keeping It Safe: Better Post-COVID Events With CrowdPass!

Endless Events

Just three months ago, event profs were wondering whether it was too soon to lift restrictions and go back to in-person events. While they were skeptical back then, we are glad to say that the era of post-COVID events is officially here! That being said, some safety concerns absolutely need to be addressed. Since this is the Event Tech Podcast, we are going to talk about how technology can ensure better safety at in-person events.

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Managing an Influx of Events: Pros Share Their Tips

Special Events

sSome companies are operating on tightened budgets, others have the task of rebuilding a team after layoffs, and others are learning how to balance multiple endeavors after pivoting or launching a side hustle during the shutdown.

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Destinations International Announces 2021 Inductees

Smart Meetings

Destinations International (DI) unveiled its 2021 Hall of Fame inductees and Destination Organization Leadership Award recipient. Created in 2017, DI’s Destination Organization Leaders Award is “among the association’s most prestigious honors, recognizing those outstanding individuals who, through their exceptional work and achievements, have made a significant contribution to the destination marketing and management industry and a profound difference in the communities they serve,” reads

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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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The Stress of Keeping Up With Other Wedding Planners

The Planner's Lounge

Do you ever feel like you simply can’t keep up with what everyone else is doing? Does it feel like everyone is moving at a much higher speed than you are? Working for myself over the past 16 years, I have to remind myself that there were periods of time when I was the one moving at high speed – consistently growing my event planning business, starting new businesses, getting published frequently, being featured on local news stations, booking incredible events, and winning awards.

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A Glimpse Into The Future: Will Went To A 15,000-Person Event & It Was Awesome!

Endless Events

Will has exciting news to share with Dustin and Thuy today. Last Saturday, he had his first 2021 live event experience when he went to a 15,000-person music festival in Arizona. Wait, what!? And there’s more! There were no masks in sight – just people having some good old time. He’s ready to spill all the tea about this unforgettable experience and wants to know what his co-hosts have to say about it.

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Meet Connie Riley, the Special Events Lifetime Achievement Award Winner

Special Events

Connie Riley’s career has gone from being a self-described “chick singer” in a traveling band to vice president of a global entertainment agency. And she’s nowhere near done yet.

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Brandi and David’s Sweet Ceremony at Harding Waterfront Estate

EventSource

Brandi and David’s elegant garden ceremony at Harding Waterfront Estate incorporated plenty of family traditions and darling details that elevated the dreamy day. Not to mention the beautiful day and bright sunshine provided the perfect lighting. The talented lens of photographer Lindsie Grey was on hand to snap the momentous occasion. The couple made it official underneath a delicately decorated arch which blended in beautifully with the breathtaking background of Mother Nature.

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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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The New Live Event Etiquette: All Your Burning Attendee Questions, Answered

Stova

The country is once again open for business, live events are resuming, and summer is upon us. It’s safe to say things are looking way up from this same time last year. With vaccination rates on the rise and low Covid-19 infections, more and more professionals are opening up to the idea of attending events in person again — hallelujah, right? We all know the pandemic has changed the live event space in many ways, however, and for if you’re looking to book your first live conference in more than a

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Road to Recovery: New Research Shows That Event Planners Feel More Confident About In-Person Meetings

Skift

Skift Take: After a yearlong pause for the travel industry, it’s now starting to feel like the cloud of uncertainty is being lifted. Planners are increasingly optimistic about the state of meetings and events and are growing more confident by the day about the future of the industry. — Read the Complete Story On Skift.

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(re)Connecting for a Cause

Special Events

The SEARCH Foundation's Signature Event will be Wednesday, July 21 at 9:30 p.m. in the heart of the Miami Design District at the uber chic Paradise Plaza.

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