EveryEventGuide

APRIL 2, 2019

The goal might be to introduce a new initiative for the company, training for employees, or to provide a setting for networking. Once you have a clear understanding of the conference’s theme, start planning the details. Here are some conference planning tips to make it epic. Create a Marketing Plan.

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rsvpBOOK

MAY 2, 2017

Whether you are a newbie or experienced event professional, the day comes when you are put in charge of choosing the speakers for your event. Selecting the right event speaker or speakers can be the difference between great or not so great attendee experiences.

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Coterie Spark

JUNE 28, 2021

Overwhelmed by fall conference planning options? Well partner, what’s it gonna be: a virtual, in-person, or hybrid conference this fall? COVID-19 has changed the world, and has shifted how events and conferences are imagined/planned, it’s a new frontier! Virtual Conferences. Tough question, we know.

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SevenEvents

MAY 26, 2022

Deciding on your conference space is a big decision when working in corporate event management, as the space needs to work for your event brief. Here at Seven Events, we offer conference planning services to make your next venue selection as smooth as possible. Are disabled toilets easy to reach?

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Endless Events

AUGUST 23, 2019

We’ve all been there, you’re at a conference, you’ve been waiting for months to hear a particular speaker. When the time finally comes, the speaker is just lackluster. It also allows for the speaker to more easily read the crowd. Anytime there is a podium used the speaker tends to stick behind it.

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Boomset

AUGUST 5, 2018

If you are chosen to be a conference organizer, you should take it as an opportunity to give back to the society. In case networking is not your thing, conference planning should be a chance to share your talent with the guests. Do you want to know how to plan an efficient and effective conference event?

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PCMA Convene

DECEMBER 1, 2018

Peter Sheahan, founder and Group CEO of Karrikins Group, presents during PCMA’s Education Conference 2018 in Cleveland. Who is at the center of your conference planning, programming, and experience? Or do you spend more time on securing experts, panelists, and speakers and make them the focal point of your event?

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PCMA Convene

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

A year out, Malone and her team began conferring with their in-house legal team on everything from what they could — and could not — do when requiring proof of vaccination for right of entry, to navigating state and local laws and crafting clear guidance and communications. Plan to plan ahead.

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Eventinterface

JUNE 20, 2017

One piece of advice stood out most: planning event security is not a task that should be accomplished in isolation. Planning for security involves a wide variety of stakeholders, and they should be engaged at the beginning of the event or conference planning process. Know your people! Counter protests?

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Hubilo Blog

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

A virtual conference is an online meeting that connects people with similar interests. And depending on the conference objectives the agenda can include various activities. Audience engagement is the biggest challenge when it comes to virtual conferences. Plan, plan, and plan some more.

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Expo Logic

OCTOBER 23, 2020

It is important to identify these groups early in the planning process to better understand who will be accessing your event, why they are attending, and the value they expect to receive. Train your stakeholders to help them become familiar with your event platform and know where to ask for help if needed. Exhibitors. User Groups.

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Expo Logic

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

Help attendees navigate all your events big (like your annual conference) and small (like your webinars and training sessions). Video the speedy event check-in, capture the glowing attendee testimonials, video speaker Q & A’s and presentations … video as much as you can. Generate revenue all year long. Educate members.

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PCMA Convene

JANUARY 5, 2017

This conference experience, so different from the typical set-in-stone itinerary with sessions to attend and speakers to meet, had completely surprised me. By the end of the first hour, we had shared plenty of smiles, had taken shots of Jack Daniel’s, and finished a song.

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Endless Events

MAY 23, 2018

Engaging Speakers. No one wants to sit in a room and listen to a speaker with a monotone voice and watch a boring powerpoint. You can go as far as VR training or keep it simple with some AR scavenger hunts. Make sure to make the speakers buzzworthy and include access to free exclusive items.

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Endless Events

MAY 10, 2018

Finding a conference venue is a lengthy and detailed process. The planning can begin up to a year in advance. How do you find the right speakers? From securing sponsors to organizing the AV and production needs, the planning process seems endless. Operationally, the agenda must be planned down to the very minute.

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Expo Logic

DECEMBER 27, 2019

Presentations: Use your app to house speaker or panel presentations for guests to consult later. Vendor information: Attendees can keep up-to-date on the latest vendors, experts and brands registered for the event, then plan schedules accordingly. Registration: Online app registration is quick, cost-effective and paperless.

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Endless Events

OCTOBER 19, 2018

Their blog, the “Event Leaders Blog” is packed with education, training and insights for event profs just like you. But, something we really appreciate is their insights into the human-side of event planning. Penned mostly by Jeff Hurt, their in-house expert in Conference Experience Design, you know you’re going to get insightful tips.

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Bizzabo

AUGUST 22, 2018

We have a solution for you — this guide to awesome and free event planning resources. We’ve compiled a list of some of the most important conference planning resources that organizers can refer to for all their event planning and event marketing needs. But choosing the right speaker isn't so easy.

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Expo Logic

DECEMBER 27, 2019

Staged entertainment, such as special speakers, comedians or bands. Across conferences and similar industry gatherings, side events or select featured entertainment must be arranged ahead of time to ensure smooth set up and the utmost participant engagement. Integration of refreshment tables, buffets or bars with the wider layout.

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