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US News: Live event workers devastated by COVID rally in Philadelphia

Event Industry News

Before COVID, the Philadelphia area was poised for another record setting year of events—concerts, citywide conferences, conventions, trade shows, galas, festivals, sports, performances, fundraisers, and special events of all kinds. Similar rallies were held around the country this week, in cities including Boston and Salt Lake City.

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From 2021 come-back to 2022 bounce-back: IMEX America numbers suggest confidence boost for the industry

Event Industry News

Increased engagement from previous and new North American exhibitors means this year’s USA section of the show will also be the largest ever. Boston, Detroit, New York, Orlando, Philadelphia and San Diego will be among the line-up, with Boston set to reveal some new, direct flights to international cities plus upcoming hotel developments.

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Hybrid Events: A Short-Term Solution or Long-Term Strategy?

Eventmobi

The planners will need to know what they are shopping for and how to provide their clients with the correct platform and tech support to run their online portion of the events. It also means adding the tech team to the space and incorporating and embracing the online event timeline. Valerie Bihet, Director, VIBE , Miami, FL.

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How to Run Your In-House Event Team Like an Agency

Event Leadership Institute

Lance Wieland of Boston Consulting Group shares tips on how to be more entrepreneurial, what to look for in new hires, how to provide value, and investing in your team’s skills. At a trade show, that may be a specific metric. Hire staff who are intuitive, flexible, and comfortable taking charge. That’s changed.

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What to Expect in Experiential Technology This Year

Event Marketer

This year’s show, Jan. 5-8, produced a range of high-tech booth engagements designed to create a little drama on the ground IRL and then drive attendees into virtual worlds via friction-free access points, like the almighty QR code. Mitsubishi Electric used two robots to show off its platforms.

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2018 Education Conferences: The #1 Education Events Guide

Bizzabo

This conference directory features over 60 must-attend education conferences located all around the world in a wide range of fields including higher education, education administration, education management and education tech. New Tech Network Conference. Boston, MA. Boston, MA. Columbus, OH. NewSchools Summit.

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Event Heroes: How InsightSquared Is Scaling Their Event Brand

Bizzabo

This month we spoke with Maddie Vesey—the events lead at InsightSquared—about scaling a company conference, launching an event roadshow, account-based marketing and Boston. Obviously, they help me with our tech stack. Each month we interview an events professional who is breaking the mold. Maddie: Totally.

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