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Virtual Meetings Lower Costs … and Interaction

Conferences that Work

“Intel’s annual meeting was entirely virtual. There was no in-person gathering site, the questions were submitted in advance, and management and the board made all of their presentations online.” — Steven Davidoff Solomon , New York Times, Online Shareholders’ Meetings Lower Costs, but Also Interaction. I spent the summer of 1973 working for the Long-Range Studies Department of the British Post Office, a long-defunct group that attempted to predict the exciting future that new techn

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Event Farm's Top 10 Blog Posts of 2016

Event Farm

As 2016 comes to a close, we at Event Farm are excited about the coming year and the opportunity to continue helping you—the event and marketing pros—drive business results through offline, in-person experiences. But part of looking forward to 2017 includes looking back over the past year to see which content our audience engaged with the most—an indication of what event marketers might continue looking for in the future.

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10 Decisions Event Planners Regret Forever

EventMB

Sometimes event planners make the wrong choices. Here are 10 bad decisions you could regret forever. Most event professionals are amazingly accommodating and will bend over backwards to find a solution to any issue. Admitting defeat is almost seen as a sign of weakness. We can make almost anything happen if we put our minds […]. The post 10 Decisions Event Planners Regret Forever by Becki Cross appeared first on [link].

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5 Things You Should Do This Week to Help You in Your First Week Back in January

Eventbrite UK

Already stressing about coming back to work in the New Year? Get organised at work this week and enjoy your well-deserved break carefree. The post 5 Things You Should Do This Week to Help You in Your First Week Back in January appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.

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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 to Plan a Meaningful Experience, Not a Meeting

Social Tables

More than 220 million meetings are conducted in America each month. Because I’m an entrepreneur who’s providing the fastest-growing network of meetings and conference venues in the U.S., you would think I’d be doing cartwheels and flips over this opportunity. While this may be true, problematic meeting trends are still troubling the industry. For one, 63 percent of meetings are conducted without preplanned agendas, giving room for meetings to wander off track and become unproductive.

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11 Reasons Why Your Event Content Marketing Efforts Aren’t Working

EventMB

Content marketing is one of the most popular and effective tools in attracting attention and it’s here to stay. But not everyone has good success with it when it comes to their events. If you’re floundering, we may know the reason why. Content marketing is not a balm or a panacea for low event attendance. […]. The post 11 Reasons Why Your Event Content Marketing Efforts Aren’t Working by Christina Green appeared first on [link].

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How to Spot an Event Organiser at Christmas

Eventbrite UK

An event organiser is never off duty! Here are 10 ways to tell if you've been invited to festivities organised by an events professional this December. The post How to Spot an Event Organiser at Christmas appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.

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Infographic: Everything You Need to Become a Social Media Guru

SmartMeetings

Social media is a constantly evolving medium that’s used all over the world in every market. Every business should be using social media to their advantage, whether to spread news or share products and boost sales, but when it comes to deciding which platforms to use and how, there are five distinct social media outlets that stand out. Skilled.co compiled a comprehensive infographic that illustrates a whopping 115 facts about social media.

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Is it a Fad or is it the Future?

Core-apps

Lessons from 80s and 90s! Fads can Help Predict the Future of the Best Event Technology Thanks to #TBT, we don’t have to go far for a glimpse at the days gone by. If you’re old enough to remember the 1980s and 1990s you’ll remember fads like: Members Only. Read more » The post Is it a Fad or is it the Future? appeared first on Core-apps.

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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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10 Ideas for a More Organized 2017

EventMB

Are you looking for a magic method of organization for 2017? Sadly, there’s no pill to take or elixir to drink but we do have a few best planning tips for bringing more organization to your life and business. This is your year! The year you will be ahead of everything and the poster person […]. The post 10 Ideas for a More Organized 2017 by Editorial Team appeared first on [link].

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How to Avoid These 7 Common Email Marketing Mistakes

Eventbrite UK

Email marketing is an effective way to promote your event, but before you hit 'send' check for these 7 things to avoid messing up the opportunity. The post How to Avoid These 7 Common Email Marketing Mistakes appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.

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8 Lessons 2016 Taught Us About Meeting Planning

SmartMeetings

1. Brexit Will Not Stop Innovative Meetings in London. Brexit will, eventually, have a substantial impact on European travel, but that’s not to say it will halt meetings there. In fact, London is more equipped than ever to handle high-tech meetings, marketing itself as the Silicon Valley of Europe. Forty percent of the world’s top companies have headquartered operations in London, including many financial institutions and technology hubs.

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The Wellness Factor: Why Your Event Needs a Wellness Pavilion

MeetingPool

While phrases like “work-life balance” and “workplace wellness” have been part of the business lexicon for some time, it has become a hot topic as of late. Even if some interpret wellness efforts within a business as altruistic, the fact remains that healthy employees perform better. Not only can this increase morale amongst workers, but […].

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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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12 Common Photo Fails from Events

EventMB

With the advent of Instagram and Pinterest and the importance of word-of-mouth marketing, event images are some of your best marketing tools. That’s why you need to ensure you’re not making these common photo mistakes. We’ve all seen those 1970s professional shots that superimpose one image against the other. Generally, one of them involves a […].

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What Event Organisers Can Learn From The World’s Largest Tech Conference

Eventbrite UK

Andrew Dipper reflects on the lessons that event organisers can take from Dreamforce, the world's largest tech conference. The post What Event Organisers Can Learn From The World’s Largest Tech Conference appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.

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CES 2017 upgrades its mobile app experience with Eventbase

Event Industry News

Eventbase Technology Inc., the leading app platform for premium events, is powering the indoor and outdoor wayfinding technology in the CES® 2017 mobile app using the largest deployment of proximity beacons at the show to date. The network of 3,000 Gimbal beacons will help attendees easily navigate the show floor by providing venue-wide location and routeing on a detailed 3D map using Heidelberg Mobil’s Deep […].

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OneWest Events Gets Freaky For Winsport

Canadian Special Events

Calgary’s OneWest Events produced their version of a ‘Cirque’ show for Winsport’s Annual Legacy Gala. To give guests a one of a kind experience, the OneWest team took them back in time and recreated a vintage ‘freakshow’ circus enviroscape. On arrival, guests entered the Winsport’s International Arena into ‘Clown Alley’, where costumed Grinders led them through a cloud of dry ice smoke, past empty shipping crates, broken marquee signs an everything else you’d find when sneaking bac

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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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Want to Make a Career Change? What You Need to Know About Working in Events

EventMB

Think event planning is for you? Ready to leave your current industry for a life of parties? Here’s what you need to know before making the big leap. Many people are attracted to event planning because they notice they have a knack for organization. They get involved as a volunteer or throwing a party for […]. The post Want to Make a Career Change?

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Event Industry News Round-Up: 12 to 18 December

Eventbrite UK

For event managers that like to be on the cutting edge, this is the event industry news you need to know from around the web. The post Event Industry News Round-Up: 12 to 18 December appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.

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Driving engagement through gamification- Poken at NOAC

Event Industry News

The National Order of the Arrow Conference (NOAC) held in August 2015 at Michigan State University was the 100-year anniversary event with over 15,000 Scouts in attendance. The objective of the campaign produced by Poken was to: Foster relationships between attendees from different cultural, geographic and ethnic backgrounds Drive education and learning through interactive sessions. […].

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What’s In and Out for Meetings in 2017

SmartMeetings

Before you get swept away in the whirlwind of holiday parties , New Year’s events and the usual year-end festivities, it’s important to get ready for the upcoming year. The year 2017 will be here before you know it, along with new trends , so make sure your events aren’t stuck in 2016. Kindred Resorts & Hotels has compiled a list for meeting planners to find out what’s in and out in 2017.

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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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5 Free Reports Every Event Planner Should Read

EventMB

Event planners need to be in the know. Here are 5 essential free reports every eventprof should read. The best event professionals like to be ahead of the curve to make informed decisions and offer better recommendations to their clients. These 5 free reports published in 2016 are a great place to start and many […]. The post 5 Free Reports Every Event Planner Should Read by Editorial Team appeared first on [link].

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Greco-Roman Wedding by Boom Goes the Drum

Canadian Special Events

Event planners can pull off just about anything. Alberta based Boom Goes The Drum is a shining example of how when the rain comes down the planners get busy, as they clearly proved when they produced a spectacular wedding for Sean Godfrey and Jillian Wyne, at The Foundry in Edmonton, despite pouring rain, tornados and thunderous chilly skies. . The goals for the creative wedding design was a mix of laid back, understated style- a nod to the ‘cabaret’- with touches of highbrow, Grecian aesthe

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Podcast: Connecting event attendees using artificial intelligence

Event Industry News

Download this episode (right click and save) The latest episode of the Talking Events podcast welcomed co-founder and CEO of Grip, Tim Groot. The company launched in April 2015 and built the first artificial intelligence (AI) powered event matchmaking system, and has subsequently worked with some of the world’s leading meeting, exhibition, and conference organisers […].

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Airport Hotels Soared to New Heights in 2016

SmartMeetings

Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel. One of the biggest meeting trends Smart Meetings saw this year was the rise of new and improved airport hotels. Throughout the world, really, airport hotels are emerging as key meeting venues that are both convenient and cutting-edge. We’re not playing favorites, but we believe The Westin Denver International Airport reflects the airport hotels trend to a “T.” The resort-style property, which opened about a year ago, is five minutes from De

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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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Get More Sponsors for Your Events [Video]

EventMB

Did you know EventMB has a Youtube Channel? Here is video #9 from our brand new series. In this new video, we talk about how to get more sponsors for your events. You can subscribe to our youtube channel here. Check out our previous videos which have discussed: whether event planning is for you the questions event planners always get asked the reasons […].

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How This App Uses Augmented Reality to Drive Traffic for Events

BizBash

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ILEA Toronto Hosts Seasonal Soiree for SEARCH

Canadian Special Events

Everyone in the event industry knows that December is pure chaos. A busy event professional can be involved in upwards of 20 events in just a few short weeks, and the pace… well let’s just say that event professionals are the only people that lose weight over the holiday season! This past week, now that all the madness has slowed down, it was time for those busy planners to throw their own holiday events; to celebrate the success of the season, wind up the year and to do a little fun