Event Age by Swapcard

MARCH 18, 2021

Networking, engagement and audience satisfaction were through the roof during the event, a testament to the ideas in this article. Want more ideas? Here are the 50 best virtual event ideas for 2021. Get your community fired up before the event starts. Want your event to go viral? At Evolve 2.0

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Eventmobi

DECEMBER 7, 2023

That’s why we’ve curated 23 unique event engagement ideas, including special strategies for: Pre-event and post-event engagement Annual conferences Virtual events Ready for some audience engagement examples to make your next event better than ever? What Is Event Engagement and Why Does It Matter?

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GEVME

NOVEMBER 25, 2021

And as the world rapidly shifted to digital in the wake of the global pandemic, virtual events have become increasingly popular, making it the default format for many of today’s conferences and meetings. What are the benefits of virtual events? There are many types of virtual events to choose from whose purposes vary.

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Bizzabo

MAY 8, 2019

The numbers are in: live, in-person events are critical to company success, according to 84% of Vice President and C-Level executives. Amazon, the online retail behemoth, clearly agrees and understands the power of event marketing. Let's explore 12 of their most imaginative event types and conferences. The Events.

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Attendease

APRIL 9, 2024

SaaS company HubSpot is known for its inbound marketing expertise, so they aptly chose “Inbound” as the theme for their annual conference. The theme should feel authentic to attendees while getting them excited about your event programming. Rent out event space at an art gallery for an authentic experience! Even better?

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Bizzabo

MARCH 31, 2020

Part of the Netflix content strategy includes numerous live, in-person event types and marketing activations. In this article, we'll take a look at 12 of them and pull out key takeaways you can use to improve your own conferences, training seminars, and trade expos. You need to secure Grade-A speakers for your conference as well.

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Socio Events

JUNE 22, 2021

The pandemic changed business as we knew it and forced event managers to pivot their in-person gatherings to virtual venues—or else forgo events for the foreseeable future. As municipalities shut down, event managers struggled to reimagine their in-person events as digital experiences. and it did.

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GEVME

APRIL 11, 2019

You will need to know the basic elements that every event marketing plan should include. Here’s a brief marketing plan checklist : Event goals and budget. Event content and management tactics. Don’t forget to make a timeline of y our marketing plan for the event. Promotion channels and venue. Team delegation.

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Hubilo Blog

MARCH 7, 2020

She is the founder of Strategic Meeting and Events which produces mid to large scale corporate events. Sasha Souza : Sasha Souza is a successful event industry influencer, an international event planner, an avid speaker, and a TV personality. , and CBS “Sunday Morning”?.

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Bizzabo

JULY 3, 2019

What started in 2003 as a small sales and software trade show has steadily grown into one of the most popular can't miss events of the year. Everything about the conference is huge and well done. Event goers hear from top speakers, engage in networking sessions, get access to hands-on training sessions, and more.

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Bizzabo

MARCH 12, 2020

Looking to give your event management skills a boost? Learn how to host top-notch events just like storied American publisher The Wall Street Journal does. It also has a rather robust event strategy. But we're really impressed with the conference's ability to attract top speaking talent. WSJ Tech Live.

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Socio Events

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

When you’re an event planner, it isn’t always easy to come up with new, creative ways to maximize attendee engagement. It’s even harder to generate hybrid event ideas that engage both in-person and virtual participants. After all, 91% of event professionals agree that engagement is the biggest measure of success.

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Bizzabo

JULY 23, 2020

What’s even better is that the company is also leveraging these relationships to drive sponsorship revenue. Forbes is known for its business coverage and popular lists like “The World’s Billionaires” and “30 and under 30,” but the company also has a longstanding events business. Source: Forbes. The New York Times.

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Bizzabo

APRIL 21, 2020

Turn your stand-alone shindig into an event series. Take your conference, training seminar, or trade expo on the road and host it in multiple cities around the world. If you do, you'll reach more people with your company's message and improve event ROI. For marketers, this is a must-attend conference. PI Live Advanced.

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Eventtia

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Secondly, it means that those living in remote locations or unable to attend physical events due to mobility issues can still benefit from participating in virtual networking activities and conferences. Furthermore, it is possible to record virtual events so that people who cannot attend live can watch them later at their convenience.

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Bizzabo

MARCH 19, 2020

Many event organizers have been embracing hybrid events for some time. To help guide you through (and beyond) these difficult times, we’ve compiled some best practices from successful hybrid events and conferences. You might also be interested in: The Commonsense Guide to Coronavirus and Events. Hybrid Event Ideas.

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Bizzabo

AUGUST 1, 2019

In this article, we'll look at a collection of 12 events, brand activations, and experiential marketing campaigns from IBM. Think is IBM's biggest conference of the year and features well-known speakers like Joe Montana and Tony Hawk; dozens of workshop sessions on various technology subjects; and plenty of networking opportunities.

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Bizzabo

SEPTEMBER 26, 2019

97% of them said they walked away from past conferences with insights they could immediately put into action and 98% claimed that attending the conference has enabled them to run their businesses better. One of the things that Quickbooks Connect does better than most conferences is secure amazing, high-caliber speakers.

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Bizzabo

AUGUST 16, 2019

Cisco is a leader in the event space. Check out 12 of their best event examples and learn how to host better conferences, trainings, and seminars for your own company. Cisco is also a leader in the events space. The company hosts many highly regarded conferences, trainings, and experiential marketing events each year.

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Bizzabo

NOVEMBER 13, 2019

Document your event planning process, from initial idea to full-fledged conference and let your audience come along for the ride. They'll appreciate the backstage pass and you'll get plenty of content to help with event marketing. DealBook Conference. The conference is a ton of fun and incredibly informative.

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Planning Pod

MAY 3, 2017

NOTE: Even though this article is written for getting executives to sign off on your event idea, I have also used the 11 steps outlined below to successfully pitch event sponsorships or marketing partnerships to executives. And what specifically do you say that will get C-level sign-off on your event idea?

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Bizzabo

JULY 6, 2018

Below readers will find the ultimate event networking guide. Use it to create remarkable events that add value and motivate attendees to register to your next event. Table of Contents: Offer a Unique Opportunity: Lean Startup Conference by Lean Startup. Diversify your Event: Entrepreneurs United by Teach for America.

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Planning Pod

MAY 3, 2017

NOTE: Even though this article is written for getting executives or top management to sign off on your event idea, I have also used the 11 steps outlined below to successfully pitch event sponsorships or marketing partnerships to executives, so feel free to adapt this list to pitching events in general.

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Socio Events

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

Normally, a hybrid event will reflect your brand image. Your choice of event: Obviously, no two events are exactly the same. A hybrid conference, for instance, will look much different than a hybrid meeting or a trade show. Check out our list of hybrid event ideas for some inspiration.

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Bizzabo

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

In case you missed (Almost) IN-PERSON 2020, you can still request access to the session recordings to learn more about the future of the events industry and get tips on how to successfully host a virtual gathering of your own. Gainsight has been hosting the flagship Pulse conferences (and the Pulse event series) for years.In

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Bizzabo

OCTOBER 10, 2019

In this article, we'll look at 12 effective SAP events and experiential activations and what you can learn from each. The SAPPHIRE NOW conference happens in May every year and is a joint effort between SAP and ASUG, a trusted SAP advisor that trains many people how to use SAP products. SAP Controlling Conference. SAPPHIRE NOW.

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SpotMe Blog

JUNE 20, 2021

Audience engagement is supported by virtual conference ideas that enhance how your event attendees absorb information. This is especially true when combining an in-person audience with a remote, virtual audience for a hybrid conference. Another fact: Hybrid conferences and events are hard.

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Bizzabo

DECEMBER 11, 2019

In this article, we'll look at 12 imaginative events from AdWeek and tease out the key takeaways that make them so successful. You can apply these lessons to your own event marketing efforts. Brandweek isn't a conference, it's a movement that aims to address the future of brands. The answer is event sponsors.

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Event Geek

MARCH 18, 2018

While event marketing may seem like a glamorous industry full of parties and VIP networking, any real event marketer can tell you that those ideas are a fantasy – the truth is much less fun. Event marketers can feel secure and assured that their work is no longer flying under the radar or hidden behind the scenes.

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Bizzabo

NOVEMBER 6, 2019

In this article, we'll explore 11 different events and experiential marketing activations that Baidu uses to promote its services and products all while serving its customers. Our annual #BaiduCreate AI Developer Conference will take place in Beijing in just a month on July 3 & 4! Create 2019. Stay tuned for more details!

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Bizzabo

MAY 18, 2021

The Difference Between a Hybrid Program and a Hybrid Event. Why Should You Host a Hybrid Event? Hybrid Event Examples. Hybrid Event Models. Hybrid Event Teams. Hybrid Event Budgeting. Hybrid Event Sponsorship. Hybrid Event Engagement. Hybrid Event Models. Hybrid Event Sponsorship.

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Bizzabo

MAY 22, 2019

Ready to host more engaging and creative conferences? Take a look at this list of 12 imaginative events from Atlassian to learn how! The brand creates well-loved products like Trello, a project management tool; Jira, a customer support software; and Confluence, a document collaboration app. They also host amazing conferences.

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Bizzabo

JANUARY 22, 2021

Klik offers a smart badge solution with built-in RFID technology that can help make your event safer. The smart badge can aid in crowd management, monitoring crowd density, and even controlling access when needed. While most event professionals are eager to return to in-person events, the virtual component of events is here to stay.

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Bizzabo

DECEMBER 7, 2018

They can be a stand-alone event or part of a larger summit or conference. An award ceremony can often be similar to gala events, as you’ll see from the examples below. Having a clear event strategy is key for any occasion but it’s especially true for awards ceremonies. Why Award Ceremonies Are Valuable. Source: Gartner.

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Hubilo Blog

APRIL 5, 2018

Read all about budget planning, productivity, stress management and more: 1. The Smart Event Planner’s Guide To Stress Reduction And Peak Performance. 8 Effective Tips to Manage Your Event Team. Stress Management: Tips for Event Planners. The 10 Commandments of Event Budgeting. Event Essentials.

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Bizzabo

MARCH 27, 2019

This information can then be used to improve event strategy. Now, let's take a look at 20 different virtual event ideas! After your virtual event has concluded, use the recording as marketing collateral to continue building your business. But the event organizers realize that not everyone is able to attend in person.

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Planning Pod

APRIL 29, 2020

Now the global shutdowns triggered by COVID-19 outbreaks have forced many of us to reconsider our understanding and opinion of and need for live online events, mainly because they are the only viable option to reach attendees and continue connecting with our audiences. Meetings and Conferences. Virtual Event Planning Tools.

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