Social Tables

JANUARY 27, 2021

Many event planning conferences were canceled or postponed, and most of those that weren’t took place virtually. While 2021 may still look a little different than normal, expect to see many conferences back and ready to help industry professionals navigate the massive changes in the way they do business.

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Velvet Chainsaw

MARCH 6, 2017

Your real conference competition is not that event held six months after yours. Nor is your competitor time, money and resources. Today’s technology driven, hyper-connected, instant gratification, real-time world puts you as a conference organizer in a difficult position. Have you normalized conference mediocrity as acceptable?

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Core-apps

DECEMBER 5, 2018

If you’re in the know, you already heard a bit of buzz on augmented reality or AR as a new tool in trade show exhibits. To help you stay on the up and up, it’s important to know a few ways you might encourage your trade show exhibitors to leverage AR to attract their target audience and elevate the overall quality of your event.

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Velvet Chainsaw

JANUARY 18, 2018

Established, successful conferences have leadership that are usually adept at incrementally improving their event each year. One improvement tactic–curating conference programming that meets your customers’ needs–is foundational yet proving to be insufficient for innovation and new growth. Start Here: Needs And Aspirations.

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Socio Events

DECEMBER 17, 2019

That sparked a cross-industry conversation on how to follow up with trade show and corporate event leads. Create a not-generic sequence that touches on who they are, what you talked about, and learnin’s from les conference that tie directly to their initiatives and your solution,” Brazier says. Here’s an easy way to do it.

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Event Smart

JUNE 16, 2023

The trade show and conference planning segment alone has 77,816 workers in the US in 2022. A career in the events industry is widely sought after today. According to Allied Market Research, the events industry is expected to reach $1,552.9 billion by 2028.

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PCMA Convene

FEBRUARY 21, 2019

As event marketers work to attract traffic to their trade-show floors, it’s common to tailor messaging based on where those prospective attendees live, what type of companies they represent, their age, and a number of other demographic factors. Age, though, is an important factor in understanding the makeup of trade-show audiences.

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Velvet Chainsaw

MARCH 15, 2021

Many are focusing their resources and energy on delivering face-to-face. As organizations shift their energy and resources to adapting safety protocols and freshening in-person conferences and trade shows, will the virtual event and platforms built to sustain them survive or even flourish? What’s Next?

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Socio Events

MARCH 11, 2020

Understanding the impact that COVID-19 has on event organizers, we’ve compiled this resource page to help you stay up-to-date on the impact of Coronavirus on the events industry as well as share some strategies to consider to make the most of these uncertain times. Event Industry Resources on Coronavirus.

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Social Tables

JANUARY 14, 2022

Many hospitality conferences and conventions were virtual or hybrid events , while others were forced to cancel altogether. As a result, many industry professionals are wondering what to expect from the top hospitality conferences of 2022. Check out what 14 of the most popular hospitality conferences of 2022 have in store: 1.

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Velvet Chainsaw

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

We recently convened a roundtable of senior-level conference organizers to discuss risk tolerance and the forces that are shaping their 2021/22 event strategies and decisions. Three primary risk categories are emerging as organizations weigh their options for major conferences in 2021: Mitigating financial risk.

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Event Industry News

JANUARY 31, 2020

Omanexpo and NextFairs today announced their collaboration after the recent signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to develop and organise high-profile, highly targeted trade exhibitions and conferences in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region.

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Eventmobi

OCTOBER 10, 2023

These events come in many forms from casual meetups in a café to formal conferences. Outside of the main conference sessions or presentations, organizers might set up special luncheons or after-hours social events to help attendees network. What is a Networking Event? They can be held in person , online, or a hybrid of both.

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Event Industry News

APRIL 9, 2021

While this expansive global group iscollaborating for the first time, many of the leading exhibitions organisers, typically competitors, have been finding meaningful ways to collaborate and combine resources for the benefit of the global communities they serve.

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Socio Events

DECEMBER 17, 2019

That sparked a cross-industry conversation on how to follow up with trade show and corporate event leads. Create a not-generic sequence that touches on who they are, what you talked about, and learnin’s from les conference that tie directly to their initiatives and your solution,” Brazier says. Here’s an easy way to do it.

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EventMB

JULY 31, 2019

Events, conferences, and trade shows are huge investments for businesses that can have a significant impact on business opportunities and revenue growth. However, with the expense of sponsorship, travel, setup, sales resources, and dynamic/engaging booths, it’s imperative that […].

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Event Rebels

APRIL 21, 2021

Tied to our ERVirtual Trade Show virtual tote bag feature, participants can fill up their tote bag with scavenger list items and become eligible for prizes. FILLING THE TOTE BAG WITH EXHIBITOR RESOURCES. Visitors can view those resources directly from the company profile or add them to their personal tote bag to view later.

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MeetingsNet

MARCH 22, 2024

Over the next three years, Canadian cities that are making bids on conventions and trade shows from the U.S. Here's how the program works: Before a Canadian city bids on hosting a large conference, convention, or exhibition, it can apply to the federal government for financial support that can be included in the bid.

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Event Marketer

JANUARY 24, 2022

As the third year of a volatile pandemic unfolds, virtual events will again be an invaluable resource for the many brands that rely on experiences to drive their business forward. Following are 12 steal-worthy strategies, from conferences, to festivals, to trade shows, to hospitality experiences.

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SmartMeetings

AUGUST 15, 2016

Promotional products adorned with logos are an affordable way for businesses to increase brand awareness and create memorable impressions during meetings, trade shows and events. With so many options and various budgets to consider, exhibitors should decide which branded items make the most sense for use at upcoming trade shows.

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InitLive

MARCH 4, 2021

Conferences are an important part of professional development and business networking for all industries. A successful conference can come in all shapes and sizes, from 200 people over a weekend to 15,000 for a week. InitLive has had the privilege of working with many conferences, some of which are the largest in their industry.

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MeetingsNet

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Two conference leaders have announced new tech resources that meet attendees’ changing expectations and communication styles. chatbots to Freeman’s trade show and conference customers. chatbots to Freeman’s trade show and conference customers.

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Event Marketer

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Here, we offer a preview of what we’ll explore at the show—tactics and trends that are helping event marketers to level-up their events, campaign strategies, revenue and careers this year. THE EXPERIENTIAL EXHIBIT Trade show strategies, exhibit portfolios, on-the-floor booth experiences—they’re all changing.

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InitLive

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

Conferences are an important part of professional development and business networking for all industries. A successful conference can come in all shapes and sizes, from 200 people over a weekend to 15,000 for a week. InitLive has had the privilege of working with many conferences, some of which are the largest in their industry.

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Planning Pod

SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

However, before you jump on the mobile conference app bandwagon, think about what you really need. Here’s a quick rundown on 26 of the most popular and best mobile conference apps, in alphabetical order. Perfect for: Conferences that involve lots of networking and matchmaking among attendees. CrowdCompass from Cvent.

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Eventmobi

JULY 5, 2023

Sponsors could show their expertise by: Introducing and explaining the workshop Providing educational resources Having a representative run the whole workshop Sponsoring payment for a workshop speaker in their network Awards sponsorship Are you hosting an award show? Annual conference sponsorship Hosting an annual conference?

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Event Marketer

JANUARY 22, 2024

Event Marketer is proud to be working with the Experiential Marketing Measurement Coalition (EMMC) in 2024 to help deliver critical measurement tools, research and resources to the event marketing community. Learn more about how Figma’s Config user conference grew 750 percent in five years. . Sharpen your pencils, friends.

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Eventmobi

JUNE 16, 2023

Some examples of the more popular types of non dues revenue streams include: Events Conferences Fundraising campaigns Sponsorships Partnerships Merchandise Online fundraising Grants Whether your association is large or small, you can start with this list if you’re looking for non dues revenue ideas to diversify your revenue streams.

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Attendease

DECEMBER 13, 2023

From large-scale medical conferences to intimate seminars, events enable healthcare event planners to strengthen relationships, generate leads, and position their brands as thought leaders. Innovative Healthcare Event Formats Healthcare events don’t have to follow the standard conference or trade show formats.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Preparing for the Exam In 2004, when Meeting Professionals International (MPI) held their EMEA Conference in Berlin, Mahmoud was working as director of conventions at the Berlin Convention Office. At the conference, she felt overwhelmed with the content and networking opportunities available.

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TicketBud

JANUARY 11, 2024

Characteristics of Hybrid Events Hybrid events have been around for decades – think, televised sports, award shows, political events, or concerts. But more recently, the format has expanded to include seminars, trade shows, career fairs, conferences, and more. And, keep track of participation data.

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Event Marketer

MAY 2, 2024

Of course, this is EMS we’re talking about, so the compelling content was only part of the conference experience. Among insights, Aaron Conk, senior merchandising and trade show manager at Delta Faucet, explained why marketers need to hone in on the handful of KPIs that make sense for their particular exhibit strategy. “The

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MeetingsNet

OCTOBER 31, 2022

Date, theme, leaders, and resources are lining up for next year’s Global Meetings Industry Day. The day inspires events that range from panel discussions and press conferences to pizza parties and photo opps, and last year, which was largely virtual, saw more than 40 million impressions from 8.5 Mark your calendars. million people.

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TicketBud

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Conferences and Trade Shows Spruce up your conference or expo with fall-centric foods, activities, swag and recommendations. Get Started Since conferences and trade shows draw in attendees from around the world, get ahead of event marketing. Hosting a day-long or multi-day event?

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InGo

MARCH 11, 2024

Shepard, with its rich legacy dating back to 1905, has been a stalwart in event production, specializing in corporate events, trade shows, conferences, and exhibits. InGo aligns seamlessly with our commitment to deliver exceptional resources that enhance event productivity and experiences.

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Eventmobi

MAY 27, 2019

But d idn’t make it to the Collision Conference? Typically trade shows offer booths starting from a 10×10 and work their way up in size to a more deluxe and custom experience for sponsors. The end result was three different types of booths on the trade show floor. Visually breaks up your trade show floor.

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SpotMe Blog

JULY 25, 2021

The tricky part about hybrid conferences and events is making them equally as engaging and fulfilling for people who are attending remotely as it is to those who are physically present. Consider how hybrid aspects can work for these types of events for your organization: Conferences. Trade shows. Training seminars.

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