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5 Tips For Becoming An Successful Virtual Event Planner

Event Smart

Virtual events are increasingly replacing physical events due to global restrictions, but also because of certain advantages. By virtualizing events, organizations can grow their reach and do more with smaller budgets. Yet organizing a virtual event is a tricky process, one that relies heavily on data, promotion and technological tools. Here are five tips for […].

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When trio share works better than pair share

Conferences that Work

One of the best and simplest ways to build active learning and connection into any meeting is to regularly use pair share. (See Chapter 38 of The Power of Participation , or Chapter 27 of Event Crowdsourcing for full details.) I’ve recently noticed that in some circumstances, trio share — pair share but with three participants — works better. Advantages of pair share.

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What Will We Call Face-to-Face Meetings Next?

EventTechBrief

By Michelle Bruno. The third-party, face-to-face meetings industry has, by design, placed itself in a silo. For whatever reason—lethargy, existing infrastructure or the lack of a compelling impetus for change—it has developed a superiority complex. Meanwhile, another environment has emerged, courtesy of the Internet, where individuals can learn, network, establish relationships, buy and sell using digital platforms.

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Our 2020 Inside Look Report

Picatic by Eventbrite

In 2020, virtual events took off in a big way. As the world went into quarantine and our ability to gather in person stalled, event creators and attendees found new ways to connect on Eventbrite. Even as in-person events have begun to return to the platform, we’re finding that the success of virtual gatherings has […].

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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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The Best Virtual Conference Platform Designs to Inspire Your Next Event

Eventmobi

One of the benefits of virtual events is that they offer great opportunities to put your brand front and center. In order to take full advantage of this option, it’s important to choose a highly customizable virtual conference platform. With our advanced design features, EventMobi’s Virtual Conference Platform gives you the power to create the branded home screen design of your dreams.

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SWITCH 2020: Playing the Digital Field

GEVME

Singapore Week of Innovation and TeCHnology (SWITCH) kicked off earlier this month, providing an innovative yet functional space for the global innovation and business communities around the world to connect, collaborate and network. . SWITCH 2020 featured a unique hybrid format that combined a 24-hours/5-days online platform with satellite events around the world.

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Light-Inspired Holiday Events Give Rudolph a Run for His Money

Picatic by Eventbrite

This year has been anything but normal, and the holiday season is no exception. Although everything feels like it has changed since the 2019 holidays, one thing remains constant: people are hungry for connection. Whether you’re able to safely gather in person with your family and friends this holiday season or you’re taking the virtual […].

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Smaller Destinations Make the Perfect Backdrop for Hybrid Events

EventMB

Covid restrictions on crowds mean lower attendance numbers, but these necessities can lead to new possibilities for smaller destinations and venues. Small-scale options often offer more character in the form of an interesting event narrative. Credits: VISIT FLORIDA, Peter W. Cross Hybrid events require event planners to think like live TV producers: They need […].

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All the ways to give back in the event world this year… and some new and thoughtful ways to give in the future.

Expo Pass

(3 Minute Read). It’s been a tough year for the event and hospitality industries. For many, just trying to stay afloat everyday is stressful, unpredictable, and sometimes confusing. The holidays are usually one of our busiest times for live events, but that’s just not the case this year. And more than anything else, event and hospitality workers could really use a helping hand right 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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SWITCH 2020: Playing the Digital Field

GEVME

Singapore Week of Innovation and TeCHnology (SWITCH) kicked off earlier this month, providing an innovative yet functional space for the global innovation and business communities around the world to connect, collaborate and network. . SWITCH 2020 featured a unique hybrid format that combined a 24-hours/5-days online platform with satellite events around the world.

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Eventbrite’s Inside Look Report: Online Events Are Here to Stay

Eventbrite UK

In 2020, virtual events took off. As societies around the world went into quarantine, and we couldn’t get together in person anymore, event creators and attendees found new ways to connect on Eventbrite. Even as in-person events have begun to return to our service, we’re finding that the success of virtual experiences has fundamentally changed […].

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Do We Even Need In-Person Events? Let’s Discuss!

Endless Events

Yes, we’re finally asking the million-dollar question: do we even need in-person events anymore? And no, the Brew Crew isn’t trying to trigger anyone here. But rather, they’re interested in starting up a conversation about the challenges we are facing as an industry. And arguably one of the biggest is trying to convince people as to why spending so much money on live events is still worth it.

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One Industry One Voice – #WeCreateExperiences B2B campaign successfully launches

Event Industry News

One Industry One Voice’s #WeCreateExperiences B2B campaign kicked off on the 7 th December with the key messages of education, inspiration and reassurance shared far and wide. In the run up to the launch date, a series of teaser content including supporting videos from a wide range of high profile personalities were sent across the OIOV social media channels.

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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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BFM 89.9MHz – Interview with Veemal Gungadin, CEO, GEVME

GEVME

Virtual events have found dominance in the time of COVID-19, but how does a digital event run smoothly – and how do you measure the success of a digital event? Veemal Gungadin, CEO of GlobalSign.in, discusses that and how the GEVME Live digital events platform works with Christine Wong from BFM as the presenter. You can tune in by listening to the podcast below: You can also read the complete transcript of the interview below and do let us know what you think: Christine Wong, Radio Jockey,

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Read This if You’re Considering Inviting Kids to Your Wedding

EventSource

When it comes to putting together your guest list, you’ll have to think of which friends and family you’ll be inviting. Are any of your close family members children? Do your close friends have children as well? If there are some kids you’ll be inviting, does that mean you’ll be extending the invite to the kids of other guests as well? Here are some things you need to consider when it comes to inviting kids to your wedding.

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Vibe Interactive Whiteboard: Your New Ally For Amazing Events!

Endless Events

Here at Endless, we’re always looking for cool and innovative ways to improve events. Our team just loves all things technology! And as a state of the art production company, we make a point to stay up to date with the latest trends. So today, we have something new to introduce to you. Vibe is one of our incredible partners, bringing collaboration to the forefront through digitalization and smart software.

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Podcast: Shindig platform spurs spontaneity at online events

Event Industry News

Steve Gottlieb, founder of TVT Records, the independent label that gave a big leg-up to the likes of Nine Inch Nails, Ja Rule, Lil Jon, Pitbull, Sevendust, Brian Jonestown Massacre and KMFDM, launched online events platform Shindig in 2010. With a focus on attendee/delegate interaction, Shindig replicates the ‘mingling’ aspect of live events, so people can come across others with similar interests, start conversations, meet and join groups and so on.

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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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6 Ways to Boost Registration for Virtual Events

PCMA Convene

Need ideas on how to boost registration at your virtual event? Try these tips on for size. When Semra Ergun, programming and logistics coordinator for SMPS, reached out the PCMA Catalyst community forum for suggestions on how to encourage registration to virtual events, Barbara Mattox shared a few incentives that worked for her organization, Balance Body, where she serves as education events manager: “As I am sure you know, there is always great success with early-bird [offers], in-person or liv

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6 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Inviting an Ex to Your Wedding

EventSource

The title says it all. Inviting an ex to your wedding is not something that should be taken lightly. Unfortunately, there is no cut and dry answer to whether or not you should invite them. If you are faced with inviting an old flame to your wedding, be sure to ask yourself these questions first. Are they really an ex? If you went on three dates, and the spark just wasn’t there but they remain in your mutual friend group – they might not even qualify for ‘ex’ status.

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Ask the Experts: Virtual Events – What Can We Do Better in 2021?

Eventsforce

There is no doubt that virtual events are here to stay. Even when consumer confidence comes back, vaccines are rolled out and people start travelling around again, having a virtual element to a live in-person event will become the norm. But if we look back at the year and assess how things went, what would we change? How did organisers deal with the new challenges they faced ?

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Virtual Events Institute launches the Virtual Event Marketplace

Event Industry News

The Virtual Events Institute has launched a new platform to connect event organizers with suppliers of virtual and hybrid solutions. The platform, the first of its kind, will see event organizers posting their latest projects and tenders get matched with the correct vendor for their needs. Research carried out by the VEI in focus groups highlighted the need to save time in a world that moves as quickly as virtual and hybrid events.

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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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Best Speaker Kits: The Audio Edit!

Endless Events

You asked and the Event Tech Podcast delivered – it’s time to talk about the best speaker kits! Because now that we’re several months into the pandemic and, consequently, the world of virtual events, there can’t be any more excuses. We had the time to learn. And we had the time to put into that sweet research in order to get acquainted with the technology available.

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Sarah and Andrew’s Enchanting Wedding at the King Edward Hotel

EventSource

Sarah and Andrew’s New Year’s Eve wedding at the stunning The King Edward Hotel is the perfect combination of modern style and a classic, timeless feel. Together with the creative and brilliant Shealyn Angus Weddings & Events , they created an enchanting evening filled with chic details, and, of course, lots of glitter. Shot by the talented photographer, Lori Waltenbury , their wedding is filled with romantic and intimate moments, and tons of style.

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Events Industry Round Up: Latest News, Reopening Updates, and Creative Safety Measures

Eventbrite UK

2020 has been a year like no other for the events industry, and many organisers are now using innovative methods to deliver their events. But ongoing COVID-19 restrictions mean that it can be tricky for event organisers to understand what’s allowed and where. To help keep you informed, we’ve put together a round-up of the […]. The post Events Industry Round Up: Latest News, Reopening Updates, and Creative Safety Measures appeared first on Eventbrite UK.

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How to Reinvent the Office Holiday Party This Year

PCMA Convene

Happy Box offers themed, customizable gift boxes with experiences that groups can share in, virtually — like making hot toddies. The Hot Toddy gift box includes cocktail syrup, garnish, honey, and a stemless glass. This month, teams are celebrating the holiday season much like they spent the rest of their year — online. But with more options available than ever and an extra dose of creativity, making virtual festivities, well, more festive, is proving more than doable.

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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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How Do You Know if You are Doing Virtual Right?

SmartMeetings

What to ask for when evaluating your virtual meeting’s effectiveness. Editor’s Note: Since one of the biggest trends of 2020 is the shift to streaming meetings, we asked Ben Chodor and Gabriella Cyranski, authors of the new book, Transitioning to Virtual and Hybrid Events: How to Create, Adapt, and Market an Engaging Online Experience , to share an excerpt (edited for space) with tips for analyzing the cache of data to determine whether we are doing it right.

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Caslon and Nick’s Playful and Romantic Wedding at District 28

EventSource

Caslon and Nick met in grade 9 English class and the rest, well, the couple calls it “a long story.” The couple were getting ready to celebrate their 10-year anniversary with a trip to Spain and Nick proposed just before they headed to the airport. The next two weeks were filled with romance, tapas, and Damm Lemon. Their long-awaited wedding is reminiscent of their playful and romantic courtship.

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Scottish Government announces a further £13 million for events industry

Event Industry News

The Scottish Government has today (15 December) announced new funding of £13 million to provide further support for the events sector in Scotland, much of which has been unable to operate during the COVID-19 pandemic. Of this, £6 million has been committed for the establishment of a new fund which will open this week to support those event businesses which are critical to Scotland’s events sector, and without which the capacity to deliver major events would be significantly reduced.