Velvet Chainsaw

SEPTEMBER 22, 2020

A virtual experience successful beyond their wildest dreams? You bettcha. Hear from two key executives from the APA on how they strategically turned a challenge into an opportunity to bring their community together like never before. They themed each day around relevant content, particularly via general sessions, and turned networking on its ear. Exhibitors?

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GEVME

SEPTEMBER 24, 2020

The disruption of the event industry since the turn of the decade due to COVID19 has led to a spurt in virtual gatherings globally. As models continue to evolve, hybrid events have emerged as a viable alternative, combining the robustness of face-to-face interaction with a virtual online audience. . In the current scenario, travel restrictions have gradually loosened, but safety concerns remain.

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Conferences that Work

SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

? ? Here’s a standing invitation for event and hospitality teachers. I will meet online with your class for free. During the COVID-19 pandemic, much education has moved online. One small silver lining of this disruption? It’s a good time to invite guest presenters into your online classroom. As an experienced facilitator and designer of participant-driven and participation-rich meetings, I love to share what I’ve learned during my four decades in the meeting industry.

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SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

With the presidential election less than 50 days away, voting is top-of-mind for many Americans. Throughout history, voter turnout in the U.S. has often been low as a result of confusion about deadlines, logistics, and election procedures. This will likely only be exacerbated this year by the global pandemic, making this year’s National Voter Registration Day […].

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EventMB

SEPTEMBER 22, 2020

Many countries are announcing their vaccine rollout plans. How can the industry be prepared for the gradual rollout of a vaccine, and what will the ‘vaccine effect’ be on events? Here, we investigate these questions. US President Donald Trump announced last week that, by April, most Americans would be vaccinated. Both China and Russia are […].

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Eventbrite UK

SEPTEMBER 22, 2020

When George Floyd died during an arrest in May, racial injustice became a chief discussion around the world. The issue of systemic racism was thrust into the spotlight once again with people across the globe committing to listen and learn. These tragic events and difficult conversations came during the height of the COVID-19 lockdown – […]. The post Amplifying Voices in a Pandemic: How Event Creators United the Black Community appeared first on Eventbrite UK.

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Expo Pass

SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

(3 Minute Read). Every second of every event is content. Content for organizers. For presenters. And even for the audience. We checked out a few recent events — Wizard World, The Virtual Ironman, and The NBA Bubble, and took some notes on how virtual events are making good internet. For everyone. For organizers, clients, and everyone running the show Show-off your brand, and your virtual self.

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EventMB

SEPTEMBER 23, 2020

Over the past few months, the NBA has been resuming games from a controlled environment, with a virtual fan experience designed to engage audiences from home. Here are some of the main takeaways for events from its successful venture into the virtual space. Although the NBA suspended its season back in March due to the […]. The post What Hybrid Events Can Learn From the NBA’s ‘Virtual Fan Experience’ by Victoria Copans appeared first on [link].

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Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 23, 2020

It’s time to talk strategy – and virtual event strategy, at that! So here at Endless, we’ve been helping planners produce some very exciting digital experiences. And our lovely host today, Sarah Christl, is one of the amazing people who hop on calls with people to learn more about their events. And she noticed something during these chats.

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EventSource

SEPTEMBER 24, 2020

COVID-19 hasn’t stopped your favourite Toronto caterers from preparing and delivering delicious gourmet meals straight to our home or office! On the contrary, these caterers have been working their tails off preparing weekly menus for delivery straight to your doorstep for holidays, special occasions, or simply just because. Having been in the delivery game for a few months now, we wanted to know what menu items have proven to be among the most popular.

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BizBash

SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

New York-based event designer David Stark soaked up the last moments of the season with an all-out summer-inspired theme for this private backyard birthday celebration.

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EventMB

SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

With cases on the rise around the world, the ramifications of a second wave are threatening European hosted buyer events. The future of physical gatherings in the near future is uncertain, and with their reliance on in-person interactions, these trade shows are struggling to recover. Hosted buyer events are being hit particularly hard by the […].

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Event Industry News

SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

Simply Intelligent have provided in-the-moment feedback, event management and lead capture solutions for over 15 years. Providing solutions before cloud and mobile technology were part of our day to day lives. Yet you may not have heard of them…. They aim to bring a fresh, adaptable and affordable approach to event tech. Drawing on years of experience, they hope to simply provide answers for those that have thought… ‘Wouldn’t it be great if …’ But have yet to find a solution that meets the

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Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 25, 2020

?? The Best of the Best: Mistakes Happen: The Hybrid Event Mistakes You Want To Avoid! How It’s Done: Tomorrowland 2020: The Virtual Event of The Year? Virtual Engagement: More Engagement At Virtual Events With The Sketch Effect! ?Make sure that you’re up to date on this year’s Virtual Event Trends. Fortnite is the new Madison Square Garden?

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EventSource

SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

This year, weddings have looked a little different. From Zoom weddings, to intimate elopements and sadly, some events being pushed off entirely– we have adapted to a new normal. But we have also seen rise of a COVID-19 trend for weddings that we are totally here for: the two-step wedding. Yes, many couples are opting for a small, intimate ceremony/elopement in the near future and then planning to tear it up with a big party in 2021.

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EventMB

SEPTEMBER 24, 2020

As events begin to reemerge across the world, what will this next stage of the industry’s recovery look like? How can the lessons we’re learning in virtual engagement be leveraged to enhance in-person experiences, and secure a positive ROI for them? Are you ready to learn how to connect your audiences around the world? Let […]. The post The Hybrid Event Revolution [Free Report] by EventMB Studio Team appeared first on [link].

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Event Industry News

SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

Opinion piece from Thom Greybe, Digital Creative Director at Avantgarde. During the peak of lockdown, brands and agencies in the event industry had to pivot and create ideas suitable for the times we were living in. But as we now finally find ourselves moving back to some sort of normal, we must make sure the ideas and experiences we are developing are future proof and not just fit for lockdown life.

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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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PCMA Convene

SEPTEMBER 20, 2020

The Safe Sounds live music series in Charleston, South Carolina, helps support local businesses, from bartenders to food trucks to AV providers. (Ellison White). Apart from international travel and events, one of the things I miss most about life PC (pre-covid) is live music. In July, when a neighborhood distillery launched an outdoor concert series , I was skeptical.

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Eventbrite UK

SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

COVID-19 has impacted everyone, but the pandemic has been particularly difficult for the UK’s Muslim community. Three significant religious events fell during lockdown restrictions: Ramadan, Eid al-Fitr, and Eid al-Adha. With mosques closed and large gatherings banned, people were forced to find new ways to celebrate as a group. Clever thinking (and a little assistance […].

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Event Age by Swapcard

SEPTEMBER 25, 2020

Before the COVID-19 pandemic, the events industry was doing fine: chugging along but not thriving. When the health crisis went global and the subsequent ban on gatherings wreaked havoc on the industry, we were forced to make some changes.

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Event Industry News

SEPTEMBER 24, 2020

Founding director of independent promoter/festival organiser From The Fields, think Kendal Calling, bluedot, Inner City Electronic, Off the Record and Bournemouth’s Arts by the Sea, Ben Robinson is never short of ideas. Touching on Kendal Calling and the company mantra, in this episode Ben focuses on music, science and culture fest buedot, typically at Jodrell Bank University, and transforming the event for a virtual audience in 2020, which, with a lot of the content educational, wasn’t a straig

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SmartMeetings

SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

To pay or not to pay (for virtual events ), that is the question. And the answer? Well, the debate is ongoing. Event organizers and meeting planners are still exploring how they should monetize their virtual events. But, the question behind paid or free isn’t just a monetization question—it ties into every step of the event marketing journey and has a major impact on long-term event and organizational strategy.

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EventSource

SEPTEMBER 22, 2020

From the bride’s stunning lace dress to the glam blush accents to the rustic-modern vibe of the venue, we cannot say enough about Sofia and Joel’s gorgeous big day planned by Blush & Bowties. Set at the stunning EWG - Eglinton West Gallery , the couple’s wedding is a beautiful blend of modern elegance and boho-chic. Thankfully the creative team at Page & Holmes Photography traveled to the GTA to capture each memorable moment, because you won’t want to miss this on

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Eventsforce

SEPTEMBER 23, 2020

Need tips on running successful virtual events? In your inbox, every week. . With more and more events making the switch to virtual, event organisers today are having to deal with a whole new set of considerations and risks. Many of the risk factors involved in running in-person events still apply to virtual events – but there are also many other things organisers may not have considered before.

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Event Industry News

SEPTEMBER 24, 2020

Warwickshire’s Stoneleigh Park was once again the venue of choice for The Glamping Show, ending on 19 th September with exhibitors reporting brisk business. Launched in 2015 by Swan Events, the three-day event has grown steadily, regularly attracting visitors from more than 45 countries. Still perceived by many as a cottage industry, the reality of glamping is very different, with the UK and Europe now at the forefront of a global phenomenon.

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PCMA Convene

SEPTEMBER 23, 2020

In August, the Georgia Society of Association Executives (GSAE) successfully held its annual meeting at the Hyatt Regency Savannah. “I was very proud of the way everyone embraced and followed the rules,” said Wendy W. Kavanagh, CAE, president of GSAE. When Wendy W. Kavanagh, CAE, president of the Georgia Society of Association Executives (GSAE) , held the association’s annual meeting last month at the Hyatt Regency Savannah, attendance totaled just 113 people.

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EventSource

SEPTEMBER 23, 2020

Otherworldly elegance meets woodsy bohemian vibes in this unbelievably stunning wedding at Kurtz Orchards. For Rebecca and Daniel’s big day, the couple brought in the brilliant planners at Shaw Events to bring their vision to life. The results are simply jaw-dropping gorgeous, and oh-so-Pinworthy. Thankfully the amazingly talented Caileigh Langford was there to snap each beautiful moment.

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Skift

SEPTEMBER 20, 2020

Skift Take: Media companies are only & only human capital, events are a test of human endurance & celebration of human achievement. That’s what I miss about our physical Skift Global Forum this year. — Rafat Ali Read the Complete Story On Skift.

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