April, 2024

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Tips from the Trenches: 10 (Mostly) Tried and True Exhibitor Booth Ideas 

Eventmobi

If you plan events for B2B companies, you know that exhibiting at industry events is critical to driving brand awareness, generating new leads for your sales team, and engaging with existing customers. And the bigger the event, the larger your potential pool of valuable contacts–but bigger events also mean more competition for the attendees’ attention.

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6 Killer Revenue-Boosting Ideas for Your Next Fundraising Event

Attendease

Fundraising events are mutually beneficial for all. Not only do these events provide nonprofits with funds to power their mission, but they also offer a meaningful experience for donors, allowing you to steward stronger relationships. One of the best events to raise serious funds and engage donors is a charity auction. A charity auction is a high-energy, flexible event that is sure to excite any audience, whether it’s taking place online, in-person, or as a hybrid combination of both.

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Unraveling the Confusion about Thinking and Feeling

Conferences that Work

I am not a psychologist or neuropsychologist. However, I have spent thousands of hours as an amateur, supervised by therapists, leading small group workshop explorations of individuals’ struggles to make sense of their lives. And I’ve learned that confusion about thinking and feeling is common. Especially for men. As I wrote in 2010: “…when I was growing up my education emphasized thinking…However, the educational agenda allocated no time for understanding or expressing my feel

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Hopin To Be Acquired by Bending Spoons

EventMB

Skift Take: Hopin's unicorn roller coaster ride comes to end, with Italian company Bending Spoons swooping in to pick up StreamYard and the two remaining product lines.

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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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First Business Event in Las Vegas Sphere

MeetingsNet

The keynote address for HPE Discover 2024 will use the venue’s 160,000-square-foot wraparound screen as the band U2 did a few months back. When Hewlett Packard Enterprise brings its HPE Discover 2024 conference to the Venetian Convention and Expo Center in mid-June, attendees will have to walk a bit farther than usual to take in the keynote presentation from HPE President and CEO Antonio Neri—but it’s unlikely that many of them will mind the inconvenience.

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Will You Help Shape the New Book for the Event Industry?

eventplanner

Are you ready to help shape the future of event planning? We are proud to announce that the fourth, completely updated edition of the best-selling book for organisers, EVENT PLANNER by Kevin Van der Straeten, is in the making.

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Continuing the Conversation: Keeping Attendees Engaged After a Virtual Event

Attendease

The virtual event has come to an end; the last of the breakout rooms have closed, and attendees are logging off. But while the virtual conference may be over, the conversations and post-event reporting shouldn’t have to stop there. Luckily, there are many opportunities to continue building relationships with other attendees and expand your professional network long after the virtual event has concluded.

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The Anti-Diet Movement on Display at an Event for Dieticians

PCMA Convene

Nutrition experts caution that the anti-diet movement is “hurting people at risk of health problems related to excess weight and a poor diet,” according to a recent story in The Washington Post. In March, I wrote about new research suggesting that the oft-recommended practice of intermittent fasting — abstaining from eating for 16 hours during the day — is actually detrimental to your health.

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In a World of Technological Chaos, Human Connection is Essential

EventMB

Skift Take: A humanist movement is growing to counterbalance the prevalence of artificial intelligence and corporate groups are heeding the call.

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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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American Airlines Eases Pet Policy

Smart Meetings

As American makes it easier to travel with pets, what will this mean for passengers? The next time you’re on an American Airlines flight, don’t be surprised if things look a little, well, furrier. American recently updated its pet policy, which could serve as encouragement to travelers—specifically, those who normally leave their small friends at home or try to pass them as support animals—to bring them along.

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Conference delegates should reap the professional benefits of networking, according to new survey from Conference Leeds

Event Industry News

The UK has hosted 1.02million conferences in the last year alone, generating an outstanding £16.3 billion for the economies of popular conference destinations1. As one of the leading conference destinations in the UK, Leeds has seen huge success in the last 12 months, welcoming 2.

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Top 7 online venue directories to boost your event business marketing

Planning Pod

Online directories often provide a cost-effective – and generally effective – marketing opportunity for venue and event businesses. They have the ability to put your business in front of potential clients actively searching for location-based event services, not to mention boost your business credibility and build trust with your target audience.

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Corporate Event Themes: 45+ to Choose From

Attendease

Planning a corporate event? The secret ingredient to an engaging and memorable event is…drumroll please… the theme ! A creative theme brings cohesion to all the moving parts of your event — from décor, activities, catering, and more. It gets attendees excited and invested in the experience you’re creating. But coming up with a corporate event theme idea is easier said than done.

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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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3 Lessons for Planners from Global Meetings Industry Day

MeetingsNet

For an industry that often seems invisible, GMID is its annual coming-out party. Here are some useful takeaways from the day’s educational sessions. Held this year on Thursday, April 11, Global Meetings Industry Day is “an international day of advocacy showcasing the undeniable value that business meetings, trade shows, incentive travel, exhibitions, conferences, and conventions bring to people, businesses, and communities,” according to the U.S.

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Visit Phoenix: Driving Economic Growth Through Storytelling

EventMB

Skift Take: Explore how Visit Phoenix leverages meetings and events as powerful engines for economic growth and community engagement, redefining the impact of destination marketing beyond the confines of tourism.

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9 Engagement Ideas for Your Free Event Conference App 2024

Event Age by Swapcard

Nobody likes a boring event. And if you’re planning a conference event, this is exactly what you want to avoid. The formula for exciting events? Event engagement.

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AEO launches inaugural Marketing Social event

Event Industry News

The Association of Event Organisers (AEO) is thrilled to announce the launch of its inaugural event, the “AEO Marketing Social,” scheduled to take place on 21st May 2024, at Informa Markets’ London office.

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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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The Brief: ‘Smackable’ Billboards and Subterranean Cooking

Event Marketer

FIVE THINGS TO KNOW THIS WEEK This week’s hot takes on hot topics in experiential marketing cover “smackable” billboards, subterranean pizza parties and the Malmö Oat Milkers. HEINZ IS INVITING KETCHUP LOVERS TO LAY THE SMACKDOWN We’ve all smacked the bottom of a Heinz ketchup bottle to ensure we get every last drop. So the brand is running with the idea and installing “smackable” billboards in two cities.

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Does Your Appearance Matter When Hosting a Webinar?

Attendease

In recent years, professional communication has undergone a significant transformation. According to industry reports, virtual events have increased almost 1000% since the beginning of 2020, and webinars have become a powerful platform for knowledge sharing and networking. Previously, we’ve discussed tips on how to host your first webinar , covering steps such as developing content and spreading the word about your event.

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Knock, Knock … Are Your Attendees’ Rooms Secure?

MeetingsNet

Electronic hotel-room keycards with a security vulnerability puts a new risk-management issue on planners’ plates. A meeting professional’s responsibilities are far reaching, but they haven’t typically required knowledge of the host hotel’s guest-room door keycard system. That’s changed. A flaw with Dormakaba’s Saflok electronic lock—which are installed on several million doors in more than 13,000 locations (mostly hotels)—makes them relatively easy to hack.

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Event Tech News Roundup – March 2024

EventMB

Skift Take: From the latest AI advancements to hosting hybrid events in movie theaters, March did not dissapoint regarding event tech news.

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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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Swapcard x Jonas Event Technology: Enhanced Event App Experience

Event Age by Swapcard

Swapcard is excited to share news of a new partnership with Jonas Event Technology (JET), aimed at improving the event experience for organizers and attendees alike. Through this collaboration, Swapcard will become the preferred event app provider for JET’s clients, integrating our innovative app solutions with their robust event registration platform.

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Multilearning: Finalist at the Event Technology Awards US & Canada

Event Industry News

Multilearning has changed the format of meetings worldwide by introducing the concept of Oral ePoster Sessions which has helped hundreds of medical and scientific meeting organizers successfully transition from paper posters to sustainable digital poster solutions.

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GMID 2024: Events Scheduled for Global Meetings Industry Day

Smart Meetings

Meetings planners converge to share their experiences April 11th, 2024, marks the annual Global Meetings Industry Day (GMID) where meeting professionals all over the world will be able to share and learn from each other about the importance of the meetings industry on a global scale. Smart Meetings chatted with Geoff Freeman, president and CEO of U.S.

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Jamie and Clark’s Romantically Rustic Wedding at Earth to Table: The Farm

EventSource

Love and nature intertwined perfectly as Jamie and Clark celebrated their romantically rustic wedding. Surrounded by the serene beauty of their chosen sanctuary, their special day unfolded at Earth to Table: The Farm , a hidden gem where organic charm meets timeless elegance. With every detail curated flawlessly by the planners at Shealyn Angus Weddings & Events , the stage was set for a truly unforgettable experience.

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A CHRO’s Perspective on Substance Use in the Workplace: Supportive Strategies to Help Your Workforce Thrive

Speaker: Smita Das, MD, PhD, MPH, Medical Director, Psychiatry and Naj Wright, MBA, C-Suite HR Executive

The last year and a half has been one of extreme stress and anxiety for the American Workforce. A 2021 New York University School of Global Public Health survey of 5,850 people who drink alcohol found that 29 percent have increased their drinking during the pandemic. Among people who have been experiencing depression (64% more likely) and anxiety (41% more likely), which have also become more prevalent over the last 18 months, the risk is even higher.

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Venue Contracts for AV, Electric, and Internet: Read the Fine Print

MeetingsNet

A veteran production manager gives advice on what to look for and how to make changes in a property’s agreements before you sign. Planners: Do not sign venue contracts for event production, electrical services, internet access, and support services until you read the full document—especially if you are bringing in an outside audiovisual company for the event, which usually results in extra conditions and raises prices for certain elements.

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The Best Shoes for Events 

EventMB

Skift Take: Shoes can make or break one’s ensemble. Luckily, dress codes have loosened, allowing attendees to step up their sneaker game and attend comfortably.

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Diary of a Conference and Meeting Planner

Coterie Spark

Why should you hire conference and meeting planners? There are many reasons, but today we’re going to discuss the surprises you’d have to manage if there weren’t hired professionals to assist. That’s because even the most meticulously planned events require a last-minute change (or two). Experienced conference and meeting planners, however, allow you to focus on the important stuff: VIPs, attendees, speakers.