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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. The ice breaker tables.

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22 Types of Networking Events You Can Organize in 2023

Eventmobi

OCTOBER 10, 2023

What is a Networking Event? A networking event is a gathering where people meet to build professional relationships. These events come in many forms from casual meetups in a café to formal conferences. What Are the Benefits of Holding a Networking Event? They can be held in person , online, or a hybrid of both.

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Everything you must know about hosting a successful virtual conference

Hubilo Blog

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

By now you probably already know how to host a virtual conference. But what does it take to run a virtual conference that delivers? Most importantly, a virtual conference that achieves its goals. Organizing a virtual conference is an intricate process that involves many layers. What is a virtual conference?

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7 Tips for Driving Attendee Engagement at Virtual Events

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. Provide this as a sample message template to all speakers.

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Speed Networking at Your Next Conference

Social Tables

OCTOBER 6, 2016

While I am not a big fan of hosted speed networking events on their own, I am a strong believer in integrating speed networking concepts with corporate conference activities. No matter how many hands are shaken at conferences, there will always be a little uneasy about approaching strangers. Click To Tweet.

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Speed Networking at Your Next Conference

Social Tables

OCTOBER 6, 2016

While I am not a big fan of hosted speed networking events on their own, I am a strong believer in integrating speed networking concepts with corporate conference activities. No matter how many hands are shaken at conferences, there will always be a little uneasy about approaching strangers. Click To Tweet.

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

Velvet Chainsaw

MAY 16, 2017

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. Ask for a raise.

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Conversations, Collaboration and Chemistry

Velvet Chainsaw

APRIL 5, 2017

So the quality of our conversations — especially those participants have with others at conferences and meetings — has a direct chemical impact on them, those around them, and therefore on the organizations they belong to. You want to strive for Level 3 at your conferences: Level 1 conversations are transactional in nature.

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Attendease

OCTOBER 5, 2021

To experience a bit of the magic yourself, check out the Spacehuntr teams favourite Creative ice breakers for conference networking here. Exciting Guest Speakers and Entertainers. Traditionally, these games are quite generic and cringey, but with a bit of creativity, they’re really fun.”. Gamification.

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Attendease

OCTOBER 5, 2021

To experience a bit of the magic yourself, check out the Spacehuntr teams favourite Creative ice breakers for conference networking here. Exciting Guest Speakers and Entertainers. Traditionally, these games are quite generic and cringey, but with a bit of creativity, they’re really fun.”. Gamification.

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Woman in Events: The Importance of Educational Events for Professional Development

Expo Pass

APRIL 3, 2019

There is a reason professionals, especially executives, attend many conferences, networking events, and forums each year. Your production team’s main focus will be speaker line-up, the creation of session material, and overall, making the magic happen. Curious about how to get in touch with a speaker you loved?

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Kinetic Keynotes

MeetingsNet

MARCH 4, 2020

Nine speakers who turn audiences into active participants. Designed to kick off an event by setting the tone or theme, the keynote address can be the most expensive hour of your conference, with top speakers commanding from $10,000 to several hundred thousand dollars. Ditch passive presentations. Keynotes are tricky.

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Virtual Events: 8 Ways to Reduce Your No-Show Rate

Eventsforce

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

We spoke with Francesca Pinder from Spacehuntr , a 360° online platform to book and manage venues for events – who shared her insights on the kind of things organizers can do to get their no-show rates down and get more meaningful engagement from their virtual attendees. 4) Exciting Guest Speakers and Entertainers. Learn more.

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Virtual Events: 8 Ways to Reduce Your No-Show Rate

Eventsforce

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

We spoke with Francesca Pinder from Spacehuntr , a 360° online platform to book and manage venues for events – who shared her insights on the kind of things organizers can do to get their no-show rates down and get more meaningful engagement from their virtual attendees. 4) Exciting Guest Speakers and Entertainers. Learn more.

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The Essential Role of an Event Organiser – Understanding the Profession

Eventscase Blog

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Event organisers work across all industries to plan and carry out a range of events, from small-scale launches to large conferences. Some people move into event management from related areas such as marketing, hospitality, PR or arts administration. The Comprehensive Role of an Event Organiser Now we know ‘What is an Event Organiser?’

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Networking Games: 8 Effective—and Fun—Networking Activities for Your Next Event

Endless Events

OCTOBER 26, 2018

With challenges like visiting sponsor booths, posting photos with a conference hashtag, answering questions about keynote speakers, and finding attendees who share the same interests, scavenger hunts can be an extremely effective tool in increasing attendee and exhibitor engagement. Networking games that are contest driven: 4.

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Event Planner Networking: 4 Creative Ways to Connect Attendees

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. Some software even lets event planners manage conference registration, on-site check-ins, payment processing, and 24/7 support.

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19 Event Trends That Will Shake Up Meetings & Group Business in 2019

Social Tables

DECEMBER 27, 2018

Nathan Brooks, Senior Director and Global Lead, Supplier Management, CWT Meetings & Events. To avoid missing out on revenue, hotels and venues need to segment business intelligently and avoid falling into some of the pitfalls of traditional lead-scoring biases that hurt RFP management. Key Takeaway for Properties.

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Everything you must know about hosting a successful virtual conference

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Speed Networking at Your Next Conference

Speed Networking at Your Next Conference

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

Conversations, Collaboration and Chemistry

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

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

Woman in Events: The Importance of Educational Events for Professional Development

Kinetic Keynotes

Virtual Events: 8 Ways to Reduce Your No-Show Rate

Virtual Events: 8 Ways to Reduce Your No-Show Rate

The Essential Role of an Event Organiser – Understanding the Profession

Networking Games: 8 Effective—and Fun—Networking Activities for Your Next Event

Event Planner Networking: 4 Creative Ways to Connect Attendees

19 Event Trends That Will Shake Up Meetings & Group Business in 2019

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