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Key Takeaways from PCMA’s Convening Leaders 2020

Velvet Chainsaw

While the general sessions effectively articulated this vision, I’m not convinced it can be sustained without improving internal connections among business event members. Member engagement is critical if PCMA is going to be successful in realizing its vision of “driving global, economic and social transformation through business events.”

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10 Ways Planners Can Engage With Virtual Attendees During Hybrid Events Copy

Attendease

To experience a bit of the magic yourself, check out the Spacehuntr teams favourite Creative ice breakers for conference networking here. So, in short, a live Q&A is a way of sustaining an already existing engagement. As well as being great for setting a great tone for your events, they’re delightful! Gamification.

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10 Ways Planners Can Engage With Virtual Attendees During Hybrid Events Copy

Attendease

To experience a bit of the magic yourself, check out the Spacehuntr teams favourite Creative ice breakers for conference networking here. So, in short, a live Q&A is a way of sustaining an already existing engagement. As well as being great for setting a great tone for your events, they’re delightful! Gamification.

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Get Festive This Season With These Holiday Party Ideas

Endless Events

Conference Networking: How to Help Attendees Make Meaningful Connections. Our Event Industry Conference Attendee Strategies. ?? Time and time again we have emphasized the importance of sustainability in events through our blog posts and our podcasts. Related articles and resources. Never be caught unprepared again!

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When Contemplating Conference Growth, Think Next Audiences Which Includes Next Gen

Velvet Chainsaw

Too often when we think about conference growth or sustainability, we assume it means attracting next gen customers. We pinpoint a specific generation, usually Millennials. Then we discuss how to plan, program and market to that specific age group. Eventually our planning discussions turn to generational differences.

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How Vox Media Revamped its Ultramodern Code Conference in SoCal

Event Marketer

Wellness activities, like sound baths and chakra cleansing, were available to help attendees start their day feeling fresh.

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How to Ask for a Raise and Other Top Learnings from IAEE Women’s Leadership Forum

Velvet Chainsaw

Having recently consulted with a major professional association on the sustainability and long-term growth strategy of its women’s leadership conference, I was motivated to attend a leadership forum for women in our own industry: IAEE’s Women’s Leadership Forum, which took place at the new MGM National Harbor in early May.

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