Eventmobi

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

From delight to disappointment, conference gift bags can inspire a range of emotions depending on the type of swag and goodies included. As an event planner, you want to surprise your attendees (in a good way!) with conference swag bags full of clever, thoughtful, and practical gifts. Easier said than done, right? What Is a Swag Bag Exactly?

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Event Marketer

AUGUST 9, 2021

They say if you don’t use it you lose it, so to keep underserved kids engaged in learning and prepare them for the upcoming school year while they’re on summer vacation, Save the Children has taken its youth reading campaign on the road. 29 on a 10-city mobile tour. For every link that is clicked or tapped through Sept.

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PCMA Convene

MAY 26, 2020

As travel begins to ramp back up and in-person bookings increase,” Mathy said, “I suspect the virtual fees will as well.”. TED is one of the many formerly face-to-face events lining up speakers, such as Susan David, for their digital programming. told Convene. This is the Wild West of the speaker world.”. It’s a lot of effort.”.

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Event Industry News

JULY 1, 2020

There’s uncertain road ahead for performers; with no guidelines as to when venues will begin to reopen and a wave of uncertainty as to what the future looks like for the industry. But realistically this will still be approached with caution, it would be foolish to assume things will go back to ‘normal’ straight away.

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zkipster

JANUARY 4, 2023

Here at zkipster we have big plans for the year ahead, but as we jump into the new year we’re taking a look back at 2022… …what we learnt, what we achieved and what we celebrated, as well as highlights from the world of events. Soho Grand’s 14th Annual NYE Black & White Masquerade Ball, New York.

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Event Industry News

MAY 28, 2021

Live music events can return immediately in Wales, it has been announced. The change brings live events in line with restaurants and theatres, which were able to open earlier in May. Responding to the latest news, she added: “I have 5,000 people who rely on the festival [for work] who want it to go ahead.

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Event Marketer

APRIL 11, 2024

“The flair and the style of Hockey House and the sub-brand that we’ve created with it kind of screams, ‘How can we put this in a home?’” –Abby Budgeon, Manager-Brand Activations and Events, CCM Hockey A hockey-themed activation usually involves some kind of slapshot challenge, putting the participant in pro players’ shoes… or skates.

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Endless Events

JANUARY 21, 2021

“Because one, they can have a live audience, and two, it helps healthcare workers out. It all started with an article that informed readers of the NFL’s project to fill up a stadium with vaccinated healthcare workers. So, without further ado, press that play button and join in on this incredible episode of the Event Brew!

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Eventsforce

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Just as every occasion is unique, planners should also take the time to ensure that any necessary back-up plans are thoroughly and carefully considered. When it comes to thinking about the finer details of an event, planners leave nothing to chance. That’s why event management software can be a true game-changer for event planners.

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Event Marketer

MAY 9, 2022

Naturally, the brands came back to play, too, and they enticed the influential crowd with everything from cryo-facials to video booths to live tattooing to curated cuisine (except in the case of Revolve, whose micro festival flopped this year). Absolut even created an activation in the metaverse to engage fans at home.

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Event Industry News

FEBRUARY 26, 2021

UK Music has called on Chancellor Rishi Sunak to back its new three-point plan to guarantee a summer packed with the best of British music. The three-point plan for the Chancellor’s March 3 Budget follows extensive talks between UK Music and the Government about reviving live music as soon as it is safe to do so.

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Endless Events

JULY 6, 2021

“If I could go back in time and completely change the course, I would love to be a Disney Imagineer,” says Brandt. “If I could go back in time and completely change the course, I would love to be a Disney Imagineer,” says Brandt. It’s mind-blowing how far ahead of the rest of the world they are.”

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Smart Meetings

JULY 6, 2022

Now that we’re halfway through 2022, it’s becoming clear that in-person events are ramping back up. These days, however, meetings are far from going back to the pre-2020 status quo. In-person Meetings are Back, But a Focus on Health and Safety Is Here to Stay. Let’s dive in.

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Eventsforce

DECEMBER 16, 2020

Even when consumer confidence comes back, vaccines are rolled out and people start travelling around again, having a virtual element to a live in-person event will become the norm. But if we look back at the year and assess how things went, what would we change? There is no doubt that virtual events are here to stay.

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Endless Events

FEBRUARY 28, 2020

Especially for experienced event planners, I’m sure being on the road all the time is monotonous and living out of hotel rooms is the least glamorous thing on Earth. I’ll be sure to check back next week from a new coffee shop and I’ll have some pictures from J Tree! Check it out! Wasn’t that the best?

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Event Industry News

JANUARY 24, 2022

PLASA, the lead association for the entertainment technology industry, and #WeMakeEvents, the global campaign to save live events, have published a detailed global survey report on the current position and future recovery of the live events industry. The supply chain is in complete disarray, with shortages and delays across the board.

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SmartMeetings

OCTOBER 8, 2020

Frustrated industry leaders brainstorm ways to get back to business. Smart Meetings gathered leaders from the planner, hotelier and association worlds for a frank discussion about what it will take to move ahead in a world that isn’t always clear in what direction forward might lie. The Lay of the Land. He’s had good experiences.

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EventBank Insights

JANUARY 22, 2019

Like, really hard.You don't know where to start, and you'd think the smallest events would be easier to manage, and for the most part, it's true, but then again every attendee counts, and engagement will need to be more personalized. The larger the event, the more planning needs to go into place with promotional material and venues.To

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Event Industry News

JULY 25, 2018

The selected submissions highlight the strength and ingenuity of the market, turning up the tension ahead of November 7, when the winners will be announced at Troxy, East London. We’re very pleased to be going back to Troxy for the awards ceremony too. That means, now we have a shortlist, the judges have a whole lot of thinking to do.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 7, 2021

As meeting professionals are getting ready to head back into ballrooms across the country, Smart Meetings thought it was important to reflect on what we learned over the last year, how we changed and what we are looking forward to when we meet again. I live alone and it felt like solitary confinement,” she recalled. “I

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 27, 2021

Smart Meetings loves recognizing talented hospitality professionals who will help the industry evolve as we get back to meeting, so when we heard that Destinations International had announced their 2021 30 Under 30 class from convention and visitors bureaus and tourism boards around the world, we wanted to get to know them better.

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PCMA Convene

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

Hybrid events, like the recent Convening Leaders 2021 which help a live event at the Marina Bay Sands in Singapore (above), are the next iteration of events during the pandemic. Syafiq AB photo). John Toner. But Toner was less than enthusiastic about their effectiveness. We can’t even follow the simple protocols we have today as a country.

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Maritz Global Events

JUNE 4, 2019

Now, if you were to say, “put more than a full day, working through lunch, back to back meetings and calls and forgot to use the restroom at a few points,” you might be getting closer to the mark. The most rewarding thing about my job is helping others turn their vision into a living, breathing event,” said Vince. “The

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QC Event School

OCTOBER 31, 2022

So, if you’re thinking about pursuing a career in professional wedding planning, don’t let these myths hold you back. There are a lot of myths about wedding planners out there – and we’re here to debunk 15 of them! In fact, most wedding planners will tell you that they learn something new at every wedding they plan!

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Management Events

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

Diversity & Inclusion has evolved from being a side project to a key business imperative. We speak to Misel Ahom , the Global Director of Diversity & Inclusion at Beiersdorf on what goes into successful D&I efforts, how to hold leaders accountable, and the challenges of pushing this agenda forward.

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Maritz Global Events

JANUARY 17, 2019

Eventually, I expressed interest, moved departments and I never looked back!”. When she’s in the building, Mandy is always trying to work ahead for the next year, plotting out customer events. The days are productive when I’m not on the road.”. But that wasn’t her first career choice. The Good Days are the “Busy” Ones.

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The Castle Group

MAY 5, 2022

The Caribbean is a cultural melting pot that offers a wide range of options for corporate incentive events of every size, budget, and length of stay. Whether you are looking for 200+ rooms and a thriving nightlife or 15 rooms and a relaxing oasis, island options abound with beautiful beaches, delicious cuisine, and world class hotels and resorts.

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Bizzabo

APRIL 3, 2020

The most authoritative list of 2020 virtual events and conferences on the internet. Virtual events are nothing new but—as we discuss in our comprehensive guide to coronavirus and events —we're seeing many organizers pivot from in-person to digital. But we also recognize that best practices around virtual events are still in their early stages.

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Endless Events

MARCH 3, 2020

Because as event professionals, we spend a good chunk of our time on the road. And then also it’s nice just like if you’re going to visit somebody you can take off on the road and you don’t have to take time off. It’s the episode you’ve been waiting for, the one packed with remote work tips!

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Management Events

MARCH 6, 2022

How far ahead are my competitors? What do I need to do to remain ahead of the game? According to Bertram, the birth of digital transformation can be traced back to 2000. “ We have AI and ML beginning to truly integrate with our society and our daily lives.” Have the following questions ever crossed your mind? .

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Endless Events

MARCH 17, 2020

He is also the mind behind the Event Tech Live Awards, and, more recently, the Sustainable Event Awards. He is also the mind behind the Event Tech Live Awards, and, more recently, the Sustainable Event Awards. The Road To The Sustainable Event Awards. “So, we launched Event Tech Live seven or eight years ago. .

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Hornblower

APRIL 26, 2018

We bordered the Hornblower and you took our picture and when we exited my dad was ahead of me and he must have stopped and looked at the picture and decided not to purchase, but when I got there I saw our picture and took it without knowing it even costed us any money. I was about 10 years old. I just saw our faces and assumed this was ours.

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SmartMeetings

FEBRUARY 22, 2017

Sharon Bonner. Job title: CEO and president. Company or organization: Bright Ideas Events in Vancouver, British Columbia What I love about my job: There are so many that the list is endless. I love producing a variety of different events with different themes. I love creating an actual event out of one of my ideas. Patricia Durocher.

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PCMA Convene

NOVEMBER 30, 2016

Upstairs in my corner room, the mechanized curtains drew back to reveal floor-to-ceiling views of Seoul Plaza, the park that surrounds futuristic Seoul City Hall. The next morning, I wandered nearby Namdaemun Market on my own, browsing and eating street food, then headed back to the Plaza Hotel for a tour. SOUL FOR SEOUL.

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SmartMeetings

FEBRUARY 22, 2017

Sharon Bonner. Job title: CEO and president. Company or organization: Bright Ideas Events in Vancouver, British Columbia What I love about my job: There are so many that the list is endless. I love producing a variety of different events with different themes. I love creating an actual event out of one of my ideas. Patricia Durocher.

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Event Planning BluePrint

MARCH 9, 2016

Recently we held a live webinar/Periscope training and the feedback was over the moon positive so we’re sharing the information here so you don’t miss it. Recently we held a live webinar/Periscope training and the feedback was over the moon positive so we’re sharing the information here so you don’t miss it.

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PCMA Convene

JULY 31, 2016

W hen Geralyn Krist, CMP, CTA, put in a request to start working from home in 2008, she’d been in convention sales with Visit KC for six years. She was successful as a national accounts manager, and enjoyed the office environment. I love my job,” she recalled saying, “but I just can’t do it like this anymore.”. About 45 percent of jobs in the U.S.

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