Eventmobi

MAY 1, 2024

Selecting the best event technology for your association is crucial for creating engaging events and meetings for your members. But with so many different vendors on the market, trying to make sense of all your options is often overwhelming. That’s why asking the right questions upfront is essential to finding a provider that aligns with the goals and objectives of your events program.

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IMG

MAY 1, 2024

Hey there! let’s talk about fun and exciting company anniversary celebration ideas! These occasions serve as reminders of the hard work, dedication, and successes achieved along the way. But let’s dive into these exciting celebration ideas that will leave a lasting impact on your team and organization. Why Company Anniversary Celebrations Matter?

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Conferences that Work

APRIL 29, 2024

Since 2009 I’ve maintained an informal calendar of peer conferences (aka unconferences) on this site. It’s informal because I only list events I hear about, a minuscule fraction of the unconferences people hold every day. Even so, the calendar lists hundreds of events. Currently, I add a few peer conferences a month. For example, as I write this the May 2024 listing includes events in Vienna, Austria; Raleigh, North Carolina; and two in Nepal.

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EventMB

MAY 3, 2024

Skift Take: Getting into the mind of MCI Group CEO Sebastien Tondeur provides a compelling insight into the company's strategic direction and the evolving landscape of the events industry.

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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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Event Industry News

MAY 2, 2024

The Event Technology Awards U.S. and Canada proudly announces the winners of its latest edition. Among the esteemed recipients is industry luminary Julius Solaris, who has been lauded with the esteemed Outstanding Contribution Award for his profound impact and innovative contributions to the field of event technology.

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Prestige Events Magazine

MAY 1, 2024

London caterer Penni Black has created a series of showstopping ‘Bounty Boards’ for the summer season complete with a range of umami cocktails to accompany them. Each board can be styled around an event’s theme and colours, or clients can choose from the variety of concepts created. Culinary concept creator and CEO of Penni Black Charlotte Penniceard said, “the Bounty Boards are an interactive feast of joy and celebrate everything that is fun in life.

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Event Age by Swapcard

MAY 3, 2024

Remote work has become a highly sought-after "perk" for many companies, but for Swapcard, it's long been a non-negotiable that contributes to a more flexible, diverse, and inclusive work environment. The first key component to a unified company culture across geographical distances is onboarding.

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EventMB

MAY 1, 2024

Skift Take: Coastal destinations offer the perfect blend of business and leisure for an enhanced event experience, as exemplified by Fort Myers – Islands, Beaches and Neighborhoods, a coastal area in Southwest Florida ready to take your meetings and events to the next level.

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Event Industry News

MAY 1, 2024

The Stage Bus is an event production and stage hire with a difference; all of their stages are solar-powered! Based in Birmingham and covering outdoor events nationwide, The Stage Bus proudly boasts an eight-strong fleet of stages that are amongst the most innovative around. So what makes their stages stand out from the crowd?

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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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eventplanner

APRIL 30, 2024

Equip yourself with the finest event management software of 2024 to streamline every aspect of your events, from initiation to execution. Navigating the complexities of event management is demanding, requiring precise coordination and detail management.

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Planning Pod

APRIL 29, 2024

Do fluctuations in demand leave your event business spinning in the wind like a wayward weather vane? Event pros today are all too familiar with the feast-or-famine cycle. But here’s the good news: you can use business data to not only survive and even grow during slow periods, but also leverage peak seasons for explosive growth. And we’re here to help.

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Event Marketer

MAY 2, 2024

Events are impactful. Events are revenue-generating. Events are memorable. Indeed, events are everything , and it’s the mantra that guided the 2024 Experiential Marketing Summit in Las Vegas. From April 24-26 at the MGM Grand, the industry convened for a three-day discussion that explored every aspect of the event marketing discipline, including exhibit design, neurodiversity, harnessing creativity, measurement, digital + IRL, mobile tours, hospitality, and the list goes on.

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EventMB

MAY 2, 2024

Skift Take: Detroit has a solid reputation as the center of the U.S. automotive industry, but did you know that it's also a leader across multiple high-tech sectors, including electric vehicles? Thanks to these advancements and top-notch meetings infrastructure, Detroit is emerging as a top contender for conferences and business events of all kinds.

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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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ePly

MAY 3, 2024

Successful events don’t sell out on their own. To fill the seats with people, and the right kind of people, requires event promotion. Here are 16 ideas for driving more traffic to your event. What Is Event Promotion? Event promotion is the use of marketing strategies and marketing channels to spread the word about your event, engage your target audience and drive interest in and attendance at the event.

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eventplanner

APRIL 28, 2024

Cisco has announced the integration of Webex Events into its Webex Suite, effective next Monday, marking a strategic shift from standalone offerings to a more integrated solution.

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EventSource

MAY 2, 2024

As the soft morning light painted Toronto in hues of gold and pink, love was in the air at The Royal Ontario Museum (The ROM). It was the day Emma and Michael had been dreaming of, a day where their love story would be etched in time amidst the magnificence of one of Toronto’s iconic venues. Guided by the expert hands of Weddings by Design , their vision of a timeless celebration came to life in the most enchanting of ways.

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Event Marketer

APRIL 30, 2024

Welcome to this month’s event marketing industry news digest, featuring updates on new hires, promotions, acquisitions, and launches. Submit your news here. Rebrands Exhibit Partners has announced that, after 20 years, it will now be doing business as Storylink Creative , adding brand development, competitive analysis, data, and video and digital production to its existing exhibit and event services.

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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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EventMB

MAY 1, 2024

Skift Take: The Federal Trade Commission has voted to ban employers from using noncompete clauses. Such a ban could affect tens of millions of workers, meeting professionals included.

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Event Industry News

MAY 2, 2024

Clare Gossage is COO & co-founder at The PIE (Professionals in International Education), which since launching in 2011 has become the sector’s hub, ‘transforming knowledge and networks’. This episode is a deep dive into The PIE, looking at its history, its drivers and the big splash it’s made in events-world.

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Prestige Events Magazine

MAY 3, 2024

The ABPCO Festival of Learning, which took place on Monday and Tuesday this week, welcomed 150 industry professionals to Glasgow. The third ABPCO Festival of Learning brought together PCOs and industry partners from around the UK for two days of high-quality education and networking focused on ensuring the attendees are Fit for the Future. The education focused event included an inspiring keynote from Dr.

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EventSource

APRIL 30, 2024

Nearly Wed? How to Change Your Name After Marriage in Canada Starting a new chapter in marriage often brings the exciting yet complex decision of whether to change your name. Welcome, nearlyweds! If you’re considering whether to adopt your partner’s surname or keep your own as a part of your identity, you’re in the right place. In Canada, changing your name after marriage is an option, not a requirement—except in Quebec, where the rules are different.

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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!

Smart Meetings

MAY 2, 2024

In this episode of Meeting of the Minds, Smart Meetings sits down with Janette Roush, Executive Vice President of Marketing and Digital for New York City Tourism & Conventions, and Sindhu Srivastava, CEO of We Crush Events and MeaningfulData, to explore the potential of AI in the events industry. From predictive models to large language models, they discuss how AI can revolutionize event planning, offer practical advice for planners looking to integrate AI into their workflow, and address im

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EventMB

MAY 1, 2024

Skift Take: In the event tech world, April featured two acquisitions, several product updates and partnership and sadly, one closure and one divestment.

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Event Industry News

MAY 1, 2024

Mediamaker are based in Beeston, Nottingham. Founded in 1993 they are celebrating 30 years in business. Mediamaker produce live and digital communication solutions. They operate in the U.K. and globally working across industry sectors including Fashion, Retail, Finance, Pharmaceutical healthcare, Automotive, Construction and Facilities Management.

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Eventscase Blog

MAY 2, 2024

The success of an event pivots significantly on the content crafted to both promote and enrich the attendee experience. Whether organising a corporate seminar, a music festival, or a trade fair, the essence of your content extends beyond mere promotion; it enhances attendee engagement and leaves a lasting, memorable impact. This guide delves into the quintessential practices for generating content that not only captivates but thoroughly engages your audience, ensuring your event is a resounding

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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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EventSource

APRIL 29, 2024

With over 17,500 sqft of event space at its disposal, the team at Bau-Xi Gallery was eager to have industry pros down to check out its bright, airy, and versatile event space. Upon entering the space, the seamless blend of artistry with functionality helps set the stage for an unforgettable visitor experience. The gallery’s curated collection of paintings, sculptures, and mixed media works serve as a captivating backdrop, infusing the space with a sense of artistic inspiration and intrigue

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SevenEvents

MAY 2, 2024

in today’s fast-paced corporate landscape, the phrase “work-life balance” often feels like an elusive dream. amidst deadlines, meetings, and endless emails, prioritising employee well-being can sometimes take a backseat. however, forward-thinking companies are recognising the profound impact that employee wellness has on productivity, creativity, and overall company success. one powerful way to invest in employee well-being is through organising company wellness retreats. first

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EventMB

APRIL 29, 2024

Skift Take: With applications for the 2024 Skift Meetings Awards well underway, let’s take a moment to look back at the 2023 winners. A heads up, as well, that the early-bird deadline for submissions is tomorrow, April 30, at 11:59 p.m. ET.

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