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 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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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 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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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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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

APRIL 26, 2024

Insert Productions are delighted to announce the appointment of Matt Rakowski as Marketing Manager. Managing Director Danny Pearce discussed the appointment: “We’re excited to welcome Matt to Insert so he can help give our projects the exposure they deserve.

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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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MeetingsNet

APRIL 25, 2024

New rules take some uncertainty out of the air-travel experience for on-the-road meeting professionals and their attendees. Here’s what’s new. Delayed and canceled flights, lost bags, wonky WiFi: You can’t police these travel hassles out of existence, but standards can be set for how airlines will deal with them when they happen. Right now, U.S. airlines set their own standards for what kind of flight problems warrant a refund, when and how refunds are issued, when baggage is considered lost, an

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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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Event Age by Swapcard

APRIL 25, 2024

Event organizers are increasingly turning to advanced tech to make their events stand out from the crowd and attract returning exhibitors and attendees. Two emerging technologies in this mix? Blue dot technology and location-based messaging. These innovations are shaking up trade shows, offering on-the-fly navigation and tailored interactions that boost engagement and efficiency.

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EventMB

APRIL 25, 2024

Skift Take: If you think all Orlando has to offer meeting groups are theme parks, think again. A new addition has been given final approval, an 8.5-acre downtown sports and entertainment district.

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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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PCMA Convene

APRIL 25, 2024

The Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine (SMFM) held its 43rd Annual Pregnancy Meeting, Feb. 6-11, at Moscone West. In March, urologist Ashley Winter took to X (formerly Twitter) to share that she wouldn’t be attending the American Urological Association’s 2024 annual meeting, May 3 – 6, 2024 in San Antonio, Texas. “My husband & I are trying for our 2nd child.

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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 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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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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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

APRIL 26, 2024

Skift Take: It is no surprise that meetings are getting larger, but what is surprising is that they have increased 25% from an average of 116 attendees to 145, according to newly released data from Knowland and Amadeus.

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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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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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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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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!

Special Events

APRIL 25, 2024

Strategies to make the budget-talk process simple, straightforward, and stress-free

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EventMB

APRIL 26, 2024

Skift Take: Writing an award submission can be a daunting task, but luckily for you, I have the inside scoop on how to make sure your submission stands out from the crowd.

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Eventscase Blog

MAY 2, 2024

Halfway into spring, you may have to strategise already on how to organise summer events. Hosting events during the warmest time of the year is not just an opportunity to celebrate under the sun; it is an enriching experience that allows attendees to enjoy the beauty of the natural surroundings and the warm weather. This season is ideal for outdoor events, from music festivals to family gatherings, taking advantage of the long daylight hours and pleasant temperatures.

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StraussCA

MAY 2, 2024

Associations, with their diverse array of stakeholders ranging from staff and leaders to volunteers, require seamless tools to streamline their efforts. Enter JotForm , a versatile online form builder offering an array of features tailored to meet the specific needs of associations. Event Registration Made Easy Organizing events lies at the heart of association activities.

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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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Event Industry News

MAY 1, 2024

Validar was founded in 2005 based upon our Founders experience as a receiver of data from events. He used to manage a large sales team for a public company, and recognized an opportunity to help Event Marketers better understand and articulate their true value.

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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

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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