Eventmobi

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Networking events are the lifeblood of professional growth and relationship-building. Hosting different types of networking events benefits not just your attendees but also your organization! In fact, networking is one of the biggest reasons members join organizations! What is a Networking Event?

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Velvet Chainsaw

MAY 3, 2021

My experience with the incubator and the lessons learned will be shared with the two creators at our next webinar on May 19, Cracking the Code on Event Networking. Virtual networking is hard but the incubator gave me hope and promise that it can be meaningful when designed and executed well. I got accepted! There Is Hope.

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Attendease

OCTOBER 5, 2021

Attracting and engaging virtual attendees is one of the biggest challenges for the modern event planner. Hybrid Events and The New Challenges They Bring. The no-show rate for virtual events is 35%. That is a damning indictment of the respect these events are given. However, it’s still early days for hybrid events.

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Attendease

OCTOBER 5, 2021

Attracting and engaging virtual attendees is one of the biggest challenges for the modern event planner. Hybrid Events and The New Challenges They Bring. The no-show rate for virtual events is 35%. That is a damning indictment of the respect these events are given. However, it’s still early days for hybrid events.

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Velvet Chainsaw

APRIL 13, 2020

This is the third in a series of blogs posts, written collaboratively by our team, which uncover lessons learned in advising dozens of our clients on their events in the time of COVID-19. As a hotel or supplier, how do you plan to work with your event clients moving forward? Conference Go/No-Go Decisions in a Pandemic.

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Master the Event

DECEMBER 10, 2023

Attending event planning conferences and tradeshows is a great opportunity to augment and grow your industry knowledge. If I’ve learned anything (and I have) over the years to be successful when planning a conference or meeting, it is imperative to not only have access to but understand the tools available to help as well.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 5, 2021

As we move into pandemic recovery, virtual and hybrid events will remain top of mind for many marketing teams, with 92 percent of companies planning to host a digital event, conference or meet-up at some point in the year. which can include channels for each conference track. How to Spread the Word.

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Velvet Chainsaw

MAY 12, 2021

Now, for the first time outside of the incubator experience, Amanda and Arianna will share their secrets on how to improve in-person and digital networking experiences. Learning Outcomes: Learn the new considerations for hosts planning networking events. Hear about the behind-the-scenes running of the Incubator.

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 12, 2019

On a bit of a different note than usual, today we’re exploring body language in events! Because at its core, the events industry is all about people, and relationships between people. Follow our iconic event prof from this week’s conversation about body language in events: Leo Cardenas of Lay-o.

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zkipster

MARCH 14, 2022

Security was crucial for the British Council when considering event management software, so zkipster’s high privacy and security standards and Swiss-based data servers meant we could meet its best practice requirements. ” ISABEL CASAL | SENIOR EVENTS AND ENGAGEMENT MANAGER | COMMUNICATIONS | BRITISH COUNCIL. .”

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SevenEvents

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

In the world of corporate events, conferences hold a special place as they bring together industry professionals and potential clients under one roof. however, organising a successful conference goes beyond logistics and venue selection. encourage attendees to share their experiences, ask questions, and engage with the event.

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Expo Pass

APRIL 3, 2019

Woman in Events: The Importance of Educational Events for Professional Development. . Our latest content article comes from a woman working in the event industry talking about the value of continued education. Educational events give professionals the platform to connect and collaborate with others in the industry.

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Eventsforce

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

Want the low-down on all things events? Like it or not, virtual events are here to stay. Attendees expect organizers to run virtual events. So, is it that event organizers aren’t doing enough to engage with them, or is the nature of virtually attending an event intrinsically a poor experience?

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Eventsforce

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

Want the low-down on all things events? Like it or not, virtual events are here to stay. Attendees expect organizers to run virtual events. So, is it that event organizers aren’t doing enough to engage with them, or is the nature of virtually attending an event intrinsically a poor experience?

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Endless Events

JANUARY 13, 2020

?? The Best of the Best: Learning and Growing: Why Collaborative Learning is the Future of Event-Networking. Virtual Events: How to Use AR and VR At Your Events. Event Design: 21 Creative Ideas for Corporate Stage Design. ? I missed seeing people’s perspectives on current events. Need some help?

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Event Industry News

OCTOBER 1, 2019

Gary Exall is the director of NOBA Event Wi-Fi, one of the first event-specific IT companies in the UK to service the demand for high-quality event Wi-Fi, live streaming and bespoke software solutions in the live event sector. Successful events. A good Wi-Fi network is vital to the success of any event these days.

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Velvet Chainsaw

JUNE 28, 2016

The researchers asked its show organizer audience to define what constitutes a loyal attendee, and by far the most popular definition is an attendee or attendee organization who has participated in at least two of the past four editions of an event. Roughly 90% of event organizers perceived both attributes as important to attendees.

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Gallus Events

MAY 18, 2017

Networking at conferences is always one of the top three reasons that attendees give for attending a conference. So, if it’s so important for our attendees, I think that we event planners should do a wee bit more to structure that networking; to make sure that good connections happen.

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Event Industry News

DECEMBER 13, 2016

The Global Conference Network (GCN) hosted the Conference Summit on Friday 9th at 99 City Road, London. Attended by 150 conference and event industry leaders and suppliers, the annual Conference Summit is renowned for addressing the critical issues facing the industry.

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Python Events

MARCH 23, 2021

The best virtual event platform must be secure, customisable, offer integration capabilities and a variety of space types. It’s time to get your head around the world of virtual events. A virtual event can be anything from a webinar to a virtual conference to a virtual festival. How do people access the event?

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Endless Events

OCTOBER 26, 2018

Events are all about creating connections—connections between attendees, connections between an organization and its members, connections between a brand and its audience. No matter the industry, networking games are one of the best ways to connect a community. For most people, unstructured networking events are intimidating.

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Event Industry News

SEPTEMBER 2, 2019

Since opening its doors in 1937, Hackney Town Hall’s importance has grown from being the central hub for the borough’s local government to being an accessible wedding and events venue for all Londoners. finalists Boulevard Events, Saffron Caterers and Platter & Slate. Brand Events. Conferences. Event Tech.

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Velvet Chainsaw

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

Engage — The hub should enable people to be active participants in the event. Another popular addition is to incorporate demo kiosks where tech providers can share their solutions and grow connections. Smart organizations have enlisted the help of their top sponsors to use engagement to best activate their sponsorship.

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Eventory

JANUARY 17, 2019

Wearable technology trends are taking over the event industry. This is often noticed by companies that run event marketing activities. Is it possible to measure the impact of wearable event technology on event success? They find use in many industries, such as healthcare, sports, or even the event industry.

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Velvet Chainsaw

JUNE 1, 2021

You could use this activity toward the end of an event to ask them what they learned, or might use, or how they might implement the session ideas at their organization. I’m afraid if I tell my members this is a networking event, no one will show up. Our advice to you: don’t tell them this is a networking event.

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Velvet Chainsaw

JANUARY 21, 2020

Although PCMA has long resisted the traditional expo hall, this new central area allowed attendees to find one another more effectively than in the more diffused settings in previous events. Key takeaway: Consider creating a central zone at your event with features that enhance the attendee experience and engagement.

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Endless Events

MARCH 22, 2018

Networking is often listed as the number one reason people attend conferences and events. Unfortunately, event planner networking often falls to the bottom of event planners’ priorities. It’s a key part of ensuring your event is a success. But it shouldn’t. That’s saying a lot.

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Endless Events

MARCH 27, 2018

In the in events industry data is the new gold. Wouldn’t you love to get inside your attendees minds to better your event? With digital innovation at events now you can. Find out how to get important data about your attendees such as what parts of your event they spent the most time in, who they are networking with and beyond.

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Endless Events

DECEMBER 16, 2019

AV Terms: How To Use Event Gamification and Boost The Energy Of The Attendees. ? 6 Steps for Hosting Killer Holiday Events. Attendees don’t want to wander around an event alone, but making sure everyone feels connected can be tricky. Event Crowdsourcing: Creating Meetings People Actually Want and Need.

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Endless Events

AUGUST 29, 2018

This means their experience both during and in-between conference events are in your hands. Not to worry, that’s why we’ve put together all our conference planning guides here, to make sure you plan the best event experience for them. Conference Events Think Outside the Ballroom. Click To Tweet.

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Event Marketer

OCTOBER 30, 2023

” –Tara Reilly, VP-Experiential and Partnerships, Vox Media A trio of tech journalists served as event co-hosts this year, replacing veteran Kara Swisher, who stepped down from the role. The invitation-only conference, hosted Sept. But one thing didn’t change: Vox’s strategic approach to the event as “live journalism.”

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Velvet Chainsaw

FEBRUARY 2, 2018

So what does this mean for those of us responsible for organizing and executing conferences and events? Across the globe, loneliness is fast becoming one of our most serious health epidemics and is a greater predictor of early death than obesity, smoking and excessive drinking. Work to embrace otherness instead of sameness.

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Velvet Chainsaw

NOVEMBER 6, 2019

One of my biggest pet peeves is the way some conferences approach first-time attendees. Being intentional and having a plan for how you welcome someone who is experiencing your conference for the first time is not only the right thing to do, it’s also a smart attendee acquisition strategy.

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SmartMeetings

DECEMBER 11, 2017

The conference is a once-a-year chance to see all of your friends and find new solutions. At the Conference. It is also an opportunity to explore California’s capital city. We have some suggestions for things to do while in town.

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Hubilo Blog

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

By now you probably already know how to host a virtual conference. You may have even hosted an event or two of your own. But what does it take to run a virtual conference that delivers? Most importantly, a virtual conference that achieves its goals. The conference call can be recorded for viewing later.

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Velvet Chainsaw

SEPTEMBER 20, 2017

And we have experienced them first hand in the conferences we plan and attend. They impact how we act, think, plan, sell and design conferences and events. This enables us to leverage opportunities of having multiple generations at our events. Leverage These Five Generational Differences To Grow Your Conferences.

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CadmiumCD

FEBRUARY 20, 2019

One of the most difficult tasks when it comes to planning out your event marketing is figuring out how to market your recorded conference. For many attendees, once they’re done with the event, they’re done. The Big Question: What Kind of Event is Your Conference? Networking Conferences.

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