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4 Ways to Sell Tickets with Eventbrite + WordPress Events Plugin

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There are several great reasons to use the Eventbrite and Wordpress integration. Check out four of the biggest benefits of connecting your Eventbrite account to your Wordpress.com site.

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Game On! Returning to Face-to-Face

Velvet Chainsaw

With many organizations actively planning for an upcoming in-person conference or tradeshow, now is the time to make firm decisions for your attendee-experience, staffing and safety plans. We recently held a webinar featuring leaders from two large associations that have held face-to-face events in recent weeks. Here are five of the top take-aways that can help other associations navigate their new journey. 1.

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Hybrid Events – 15 Mistakes to Avoid

EventMB

For many event planners, hybrid events are still a relatively new endeavor, one that brings the unfamiliar challenge of engaging two very different audiences at the same time. Here are 15 tips for avoiding the pitfalls that can easily occur. While hybrid events may be the solution for providing both in-person and virtual choices for […]. The post Hybrid Events – 15 Mistakes to Avoid by Maria Lenhart appeared first on [link].

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Two ways for #eventprofs to meet up this week

Conferences that Work

There are two great ways for #eventprofs to meet up this week. I’ll be at both! 1 • techsytalk GLOBAL conference — Tuesday and Wednesday (September 28 & 29). On Tuesday and Wednesday (September. 28 & 29), join me at the techsytalk GLOBAL Conference. Meeting professionals — this online conference is for you! The theme is UNPLUGGED because instead of talking at you, we’ll use technology to help you engage in important conversations (AND relax AND have fun).

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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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Supercharge Your Event Strategy: How to Use Eventbrite Boost for Marketing + 13 Tips to Get You Started

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To sell tickets, arm yourself with an event marketing strategy that effectively promotes your event, and reaches your target audience.

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Biggest Takeaways for Event Professionals from the Hybrid Skift Global Forum

EventMB

The Skift Global Forum 2021, the premier global conference on the business of travel, took place last week in a hybrid format. With speakers and attendees joining in-person and online, we uncover the most valuable takeaways for event professionals. After pitvoting to virtual in 2020, the 2021 Skift Global Forum was, for the first time, […]. The post Biggest Takeaways for Event Professionals from the Hybrid Skift Global Forum by Miguel Neves appeared first on [link].

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Using Eventbrite Discount Codes to Boost Demand and Ticket Sales

Eventbrite UK

Katie Finnigan, Account Manager at Eventbrite, talks us through the different discount codes you can set-up on Eventbrite. The post Using Eventbrite Discount Codes to Boost Demand and Ticket Sales appeared first on Eventbrite UK.

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How to Use Ticket Resale to Your Advantage

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A sold-out event is what event creator dreams are made of, especially now after a lengthy hiatus from in-person events. With new restrictions and protocols in place to keep attendees safe, it’s become more important than ever for creators to maximize the revenue potential from every in-person event. Because even sold-out events can have empty […].

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Informa Tech Asia Finds Success Going Virtual With Swapcard

Event Age by Swapcard

"Virtual is not a substitute, but something complimentary (to the in-person experience)" - Ivan had some strong opinions about the power of virtual and why eventprofs should come together to embrace it as a new model for events, whether used 100% or only as one aspect of an event.

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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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Global Events Snapshot: South Africa

EventMB

How has South Africa experienced and adapted to the pandemic from an event industry perspective? In our first global snapshot, we discuss all relevant regulations currently in place and provide a brief overview of the state of the local event industry. Our Global Events Snapshots provide insights into how different countries around the world have […].

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The 2021 It List: Recognizing the Top 100 Event Agencies

Event Marketer

Our annual guide to the top 100 agencies serving the event marketing industry. It’s year two of a global pandemic that has systematically, with every wave, challenged the event industry and stretched its players’ creativity and patience more than anyone ever thought possible. Despite the relentless jabs, event companies are doubling down on their belief in the power of experiential.

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How MoMA PS1 Blurs the Line Between Museum and Music Venue

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Want to hear more from MoMA PS1? Attend RECONVENE Sessions to hear directly from the museum on launching a successful event series. Photo of HoodCelebrityy, Warm Up 2017. Photo by: Scott Hoffmann. Technicolor latex foam seeped out of windows and down ladders leaning against an abandoned building in Long Island City, Queens. Empty, dilapidated auditorium rooms […].

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Pre-event marketing, explained.

Expo Pass

Pre-event marketing is all about two things: boosting registration, and creating real, organic interest in the event. But in this ever changing event world, we find ourselves asking — What’s really the best way to do this? And do emails still work? What about promotions? Also how are organizers innovating and getting creative to sell events right now?

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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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A Reality Check for Obtaining Event Insurance in the Covid Pandemic

EventMB

Event insurance is now top of mind for planners who are able to host in-person events despite the ongoing global pandemic. While coverage is available, there are plenty of challenges to overcome to get the right protection. In times of crisis, people quite rightly want their insurance policies to protect them against issues of concern, […]. The post A Reality Check for Obtaining Event Insurance in the Covid Pandemic by EventMB Studio Team appeared first on [link].

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2021 Fall Catering Trends from Toronto’s Top Catering Companies

EventSource

The beginning of fall marks the start of cooler-yet-cozy weather, beautiful autumn colours, and of course, scrumptious, catered comfort foods! Pandemic or not, these 2021 fall catering food trends are coming for us all, and that’s a great thing! I don’t know about you, but for me, fall marks that time of the season where families gather and reconnect all while enjoying some of the years’ greatest feasts.

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3 Tips to Ensure Your Emcee Is Funny, not Foul

MeetingsNet

There’s no room for error in the present environment, so meeting planners have work to do in finding an event host who has the right touch. There’s no doubt that recent cultural shifts have inspired much-needed exploration of our use of language and brought about some positive corrections. And while it’s natural that an event emcee wants to be personable, entertaining, and occasionally funny, that host must be especially mindful of his or her content and language.

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isla Members vote in the new Advisory Board for 2021 – 22

Event Industry News

The event industry body isla has entered its second year and with this has welcomed in a new Advisory Board to facilitate the aims and ambitions of the organisation over the coming 12 months. Elected from the membership base, isla has announced today the appointment of Carina Filek, global chief operations officer (elevate), Saskya Liney, account director, (emc3) and Charlie Hepburn, client strategy director (Identity).

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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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Bevy Firing Sparks New Debate Around Diversity Policies in the Event Industry

EventMB

The latest controversy in the Twitterverse centers on the recent firing of a Bevy employee following public allegations of racist behavior. Looking beyond the publicity storm, what can this incident teach us about managing diversity policies in the event industry? If the recent brouhaha around the termination of a Bevy employee leaves us with any […].

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Why CMPs Matter More Than Ever

Smart Meetings

Editor’s Note: We asked Amy Calvert , CEO of Events Industry Council, to share her perspective on how meeting professionals are evolving to meet the needs of post-pandemic era events and why professional designations like CMPs are changing to support that shift. Now, more than ever, we must unite to inspire our workforce and be the “great explainers and advocates” as to why our industry matters.

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Meetings-Merchandise Mayhem

MeetingsNet

Supply-chain bottlenecks are causing shortages and delays for promotional products and attendee gifts. A supplier in this niche offers four ideas for making sure your giveaways show up on time. While it used to be one of the less time-consuming elements of meeting planners’ jobs, choosing and getting delivery of promotional products and gifts has become yet another hassle in the Covid era.

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Birmingham 2022 appoints GL events as Official Overlay Supporter for the Commonwealth Games

Event Industry News

Events infrastructure specialists, GL events UK has been appointed as the Official Overlay Supporter for the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games. GL events UK, part of the global GL events Group, will offer planning, design and delivery of a wide-ranging number of temporary infrastructure services, as part of the Turnkey Overlay delivery contract, which includes temporary structures and marquees, temporary grandstand seating, cabins, scaffolding, rigging, fencing, containment, trackway, lighting,

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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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Executive Q&A: How Long-time US Open Sponsor Grey Goose Has Evolved its Engagement Tactics

Event Marketer

Like Mint Juleps and the Kentucky Derby, there’s only one drink tennis fans hanker for each year at the US Open: Grey Goose’s signature cocktail, the Honey Deuce. The beverage has become nearly as symbolic of the tennis tournament as the matches themselves, and this year marked the 15th anniversary of its debut. For Grey Goose, the cocktail serves as an anchor for sponsorship activations and hospitality experiences each year at the Billie Jean King National Tennis Center.

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Influencer Marketing: How to Drive Your Brand Into a Larger Market

Tigris Events

[…]. The post Influencer Marketing: How to Drive Your Brand Into a Larger Market appeared first on Leading the Canadian Industry in Dynamic Event Staffing, Event Planning & Experiential Marketing.

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How to Choose the Right Event Tech Provider

Stova

Classics are classics for a reason. Sure, nothing can beat the joy of good catering, a handshake, free merchandise, or the excitement of a lanyard with your name on it. But event technology is pretty cool, too! It can make your event planning less stressful, your operations smoother, improve your ROI, and make your post-event research more effective.

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New registration & ticketing platform set to transform group bookings for meetings & events

Event Industry News

Eventsforce has launched today a new ticketing and registration platform that is set to revolutionize the whole process of managing groups around events. Built on Eventsforce’s next generation of event management solutions, the ‘Groups & Ticketing’ system is designed to help organizers sell more tickets and increase revenue from group bookings.

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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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Help Frame DEI Advances: Your Feedback About Hospitality Equity Sought

Smart Meetings

Events Industry Council (EIC) is looking for meeting professional feedback to develop a landmark Equity Acceleration Plan packed with tools, resources and recommendations to lead the challenge against discrimination and systemic racism in the events industry. The survey, which closes Oct. 15, takes about 10 minutes to complete and uses an AI-powered chatbot from Culturelytics to make completion easier and more efficient.

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How to Plan a Class Reunion Checklist

Event Smart

Class reunions can either be nerve-wracking or something you can look forward to attending. Some may find meeting an ex-girlfriend/boyfriend awkward or seeing past friendships that turned sour uncomfortable. But overall, class reunions can be quite fun and beneficial for you. Reunions are a great way to reconnect and mend old friendships. They are great […].

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Thomas’ Leans on ‘Feel-good KPIs’ for a Volunteer Cleanup Campaign

Event Marketer

Local eateries catered a post-cleanup breakfast featuring an array of Thomas’ products. Thomas’ is serving up its English muffin brand’s “Wake Up to What’s Possible” campaign messaging in the great outdoors. The Bimbo Bakeries USA-owned baked goods company partnered with non-profit organizations in the Pacific Northwest to engage consumers in volunteer-led cleanup events honoring National Public Lands Day on Sept. 25.

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