Velvet Chainsaw

MARCH 2, 2018

If you have a conference with an expo that is in decline, consider shifting from an expo/trade show/marketplace to a solutions center, aimed at solving business problems that are pain points for your attendees. At a minimum, this shift can help slow down the decline.

B2B 244

B2B Food and Beverage Trade Shows Education 244

GEVME

JULY 21, 2021

Almost every event imaginable can be conducted virtually including trade shows, conferences, career expos, corporate events, etc. There are so many advantages that these virtual events provide, from reducing the upfront cost to removing the tension associated with arranging the venue, food, and beverages, etc.

Food and Beverage 156

Food and Beverage Trade Shows Events Social Media 156

GEVME

JULY 21, 2021

Almost every event imaginable can be conducted virtually including trade shows, conferences, career expos, corporate events, etc. There are so many advantages that these virtual events provide, from reducing the upfront cost to removing the tension associated with arranging the venue, food, and beverages, etc.

Food and Beverage 156

Food and Beverage Trade Shows Events Social Media 156

Eventscase Blog

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Popular uses of virtual events include webinars, live streams, virtual trade shows, online classes, online tours and company events. Better Sponsorship Opportunities: Hybrid events are enormously valuable for sponsors because of their increased reach. Virtual events can be deployed quickly with a significant cost reduction.

Trade Shows 52

Trade Shows Sponsorships Corporate Events Food and Beverage 52

Eventtia

DECEMBER 9, 2022

Trade shows: this can be a private trade show where the corporation showcases its own products or services, or the company may also partner with other businesses to host the trade show together. Typically means more sponsorship opportunities. Food and Beverages. Securing Sponsorships.

Corporate Events 48

Corporate Events Event Planning Food and Beverage Sponsorships 48

Maritz Global Events

NOVEMBER 4, 2019

While sponsorships have been prevalent for a long time, there are other ways to generate more revenue, including digital and print options that might surprise you. Research Finds Sponsorships are Still Relevant. Also, 83 percent of exhibitors have purchased at least one sponsorship in the last two years. Commit to Sponsorships.

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Sponsorships Trade Shows 2006 2012 45

StraussCA

APRIL 7, 2022

The new normal includes adapting registration fees and sponsorship packages to be attractive and attainable, while still covering the costs of presenting the event. Ensure that all food and beverage costs, space rental, and sub-events within the program are covered through event revenue. Clarify the Available Opportunities.

Food and Beverage 52

Food and Beverage Sponsorships Events Travel 52

Event Marketer

MAY 17, 2021

While over the past few years robots have provided moments of futuristic engagement, they may have a more strategic role to play on the show floor moving forward. Another company, Proxxi, launched a product called Halo that will notify the wearer by vibrations if it’s coming within six feet of another wristband. HEALTH SCREENING.

Tech 125

Tech Food and Beverage Retail Technology 125

Eventtia

MAY 13, 2022

Virtually all types of events (conference, expo/trade show, concert) can be turned into charity events. A charity event, however, can potentially be even more challenging to host since you’ll need to take the fundraising aspect into account, as well as other nuances like attracting donors and securing sponsorships, among others.

Food and Beverage 62

Food and Beverage Sponsorships Social Media Entertainment 62

SmartMeetings

OCTOBER 20, 2016

Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) drew crowds to its trade show booth with a citywide interactive screen, which allowed users to access to hotel, convention and event spaces through the power of touch-screen technology. LVCVA developed the trade show booth over the past year in partnership with Inhance Digital.

2016 40

2016 Trade Shows Food and Beverage Technology 40

Attendease

OCTOBER 19, 2021

Technology has become more and more part of the event planning landscape, whether to manage registration, event agenda, abstract, AV team, food and beverage, and more… While event planners are eager to find a tech solution that can do all under one roof, the reality is much different.

Event Management 356

Event Management Management Food and Beverage Tech 356

Attendease

OCTOBER 19, 2021

Technology has become more and more part of the event planning landscape, whether to manage registration, event agenda, abstract, AV team, food and beverage, and more… While event planners are eager to find a tech solution that can do all under one roof, the reality is much different. What drives the need for all-in-one solutions?

Event Management 195

Event Management Management Food and Beverage Tech 195

TicketBud

JUNE 2, 2015

This includes attendee push notifications, session management, and in-app sponsorship opportunities. This handy app from Social Tables lets you calculate food, beverage, staffing and safety needs. Event Wallet gives visitors to trade shows and conferences an easy way to discover content from exhibitors. What is it?

Event Planning 78

Event Planning Food and Beverage Social Media Sponsorships 78

Planning Pod

JULY 27, 2022

When you are qualifying a new lead, you probably already ask for basic information like: Type of event (wedding, party, meeting, trade show, seminar/webinar, etc.) Goal/objective of the event Event date/time Headcount Budget Decision timeline Catering/food-and-beverage needs Location/room/space needs (on-premise, off-premise, etc.)

Venues 103

Venues Hospitality Contracts Events 103

GEVME

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

While physical events are not going to disappear, hybrid events proved to be so much more advantageous than a physical event because of the significant decrease in the cost of travel, venue charges, accommodation, food and beverage, health and safety, etc. Trade Shows Conferences Sales Kickoffs Global Town Halls.

Speakers 156

Speakers Food and Beverage Travel Social Media 156

GEVME

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

While physical events are not going to disappear, hybrid events proved to be so much more advantageous than physical events because of the significant decrease in the cost of Travel, venue charges, accommodation, food and beverage, health and safety, etc. Trade Shows Conferences Sales Kickoffs Global Town Halls.

Speakers 156

Speakers Food and Beverage Travel Social Media 156

GEVME

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

While physical events are not going to disappear, hybrid events proved to be so much more advantageous than physical events because of the significant decrease in the cost of Travel, venue charges, accommodation, food and beverage, health and safety, etc. Trade Shows Conferences Sales Kickoffs Global Town Halls.

Speakers 156

Speakers Food and Beverage Travel Social Media 156

Guidebook

JANUARY 8, 2024

Build an Event App with Guidebook Event Planning Checklist: Pre-Event The Foundation This typically occurs 12 months out, or further, for large events like user conferences, festivals, or trade shows; and 5-6 months out for smaller events like meetings or workshops. Set your event objectives. What is the purpose of the event?

Event Planning 78

Event Planning Food and Beverage Social Media Insurance 78

Planning Pod

AUGUST 16, 2022

Another way to maximize revenue is to include add-on options, such as t-shirts and other swag items, sponsorship packages, or additional monetary donations. Meetings, conferences and trade shows. Online event registration for large conferences and trade shows can get tricky. Event insurance.

Food and Beverage 103

Food and Beverage Insurance Apparel Trade Shows 103

Stova

MARCH 23, 2023

Virtual/hybrid events can be anything from small, straightforward meetings to complex trade shows and conferences with hundreds of thousands of attendees. On the other hand, hybrid offers savings as well: Less food and beverages for a smaller in-person audience and remote speakers to reduce travel costs.

2023 40

2023 Sponsorships Food and Beverage Speakers 40

Planning Pod

AUGUST 16, 2022

Another way to maximize revenue is to include add-on options, such as t-shirts and other swag items, sponsorship packages, or additional monetary donations. Meetings, conferences and trade shows. Online event registration for large conferences and trade shows can get tricky. Event insurance.

Food and Beverage 78

Food and Beverage Insurance Apparel Trade Shows 78

PCMA Convene

MARCH 6, 2019

Keeping costs down, particularly food and beverage and audiovisual for meetings. Keeping trade shows relevant for exhibitors (fight against corporate events) and attendees (importance of face to face). Selling sponsorships; getting exhibitors is easy; turning them into sponsors is difficult. Shrinking budgets.

Contracts 69

Contracts Hotels Food and Beverage Negotiating 69

Eventtia

MAY 11, 2022

webinar, conference, concert, trade show/expo, keynote speaker, and so on) The date/time of the event (at least a rough timeline) Venue shortlist Number of attendees to expect Technology solutions you’ll need Staff/volunteers, you’ll need. The type of the event (i.e., Securing Sponsors by Providing Value.

Social Media 62

Social Media Insurance Event Planning Speakers 62

Planning Pod

JULY 25, 2019

An impressive enterprise-level solution, Cvent is a standby for meeting planners who manage large conventions and trade shows. Offerings include event registration, booking tracking, catering/beverage management, reporting and integrations. Do you run larger trade shows or exhibitions? ClearEvent. Task Management.

Event Management 112

Event Management Management 2019 Social Media 112

Planning Pod

JULY 25, 2019

An impressive enterprise-level solution, Cvent is a standby for meeting planners who manage large conventions and trade shows. Offerings include event registration, booking tracking, catering/beverage management, reporting and integrations. Do you run larger trade shows or exhibitions? ClearEvent. Task Management.

Event Management 60

Event Management Management 2019 Social Media 60

Eventtia

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

An event proposal can have various different purposes: securing sponsorships, getting a client as an event planner, getting buy-ins from stakeholders and higher-ups, and so on. Obviously, an event proposal is also important in securing sponsorships, which is often a crucial part of funding any event. A trade show?

Sponsorships 118

Sponsorships Events Event Planning Food and Beverage 118

Planning Pod

APRIL 29, 2020

Fewer logistical challenges – Other than basic video streaming and production equipment (computer, microphone, camera, basic lighting), there’s very little equipment to move around and set up vs. in-person events (think staging, audio video, lighting, tables and chairs, furniture, food setup, etc.). Sponsorships. No comparison.

Event Ideas 180

Event Ideas Food and Beverage Social Media Technology 180

Planning Pod

AUGUST 24, 2019

Examples of this type of event or experiential marketing can include anything from handing out samples on the street to a booth at trade show to a built-in display or exhibit at a shopping center to a stand-alone event that immerses customers in a product or service. Sponsorship and exhibitor options. Sponsor Marketing.

Event Marketing 131

Event Marketing Marketing Social Media Speakers 131

Planning Pod

AUGUST 24, 2019

Examples of this type of event or experiential marketing can include anything from handing out samples on the street to a booth at trade show to a built-in display or exhibit at a shopping center to a stand-alone event that immerses customers in a product or service. Food and beverage offerings. Sponsor Marketing.

Event Marketing 60

Event Marketing Marketing Social Media Speakers 60