Wed.Dec 09, 2020

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MEET THE CHANGE: How Germany’s First Hybrid Event Achieved Success

Eventmobi

With their first hybrid event MEET THE CHANGE, the German meetings industry association MEET GERMANY needed to deliver an innovative event format. The goal was to make change tangible, to trade key learnings from the past months, to bundle forces and take away fears. With this one-day event, which took place on August 27, 2020 in Berlin and online, the organizers proved that courage pays off.

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Virtual events can pack an emotional punch (and it’s not just from the needy cats exploring your webcam).

Expo Pass

(3 Minute Read). Virital events started out as just a way to keep things going, see other people, get work done, and keep everyone on the right track… All important stuff. But lately, we’ve noticed that the virtual world is also connecting us in new and original ways — and creating plenty of lasting relationships and emotions along the way.

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All Party Parliamentary Group for Events holds inaugural meeting

Event Industry News

The All Party Parliamentary Group for Events (APPG) held its first meeting today following its re-establishment as an official APPG in Parliament, to elect its Officers and outline its objectives for the year ahead. Members of Parliament from all of the major political parties attended the online Parliamentary meeting, which was chaired by The Rt Hon Theresa Villiers MP, Member of Parliament for Chipping Barnet, the recently appointed Chair of the APPG (pictured).

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Choosing Event Management Software for 2021: 3 Questions to Ask

ePly

At this point in 2020, you’re likely thinking about what your 2021 events are going to look like — more specifically, whether they will take place online, in person, or some combination of the two. Events will undoubtedly be tricky to navigate for the foreseeable future. While planners have certainly honed their skill of being ready to pivot on a dime this year (and sponsors and attendees have been just as flexible!

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Unlock the Secrets of Event Marketing Masters

The greats learn from the greats. Set yourself and your team up for success with tried and tested strategies and insights from event marketing geniuses at Vanta, Partnership Leaders, Quantum Metric, Rocketlane, and Explori.

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New skills and high production values can drive the hybrid event revolution, says BVCA Chair

Event Industry News

The events industry’s successful transition to hybrid experiences will rest on improvements to the way organisers deliver content and attract new digital talent, according to Neil MacDougall, Chair of the British Private Equity & Venture Capital Association (BVCA). COVID-19 has resulted in many organisers pivoting from in-person to online events as a way of retaining some of their activity in 2020.

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Power User Series (#9) - Large Events

Glisser

Large Events. While we mentioned Zoom as an incredibly common and accessible software for you to use, Zoom Meetings is not always the best option. This week we're taking a deeper dive into Zoom Webinar and Vimeo which both offer great solutions for your large events. Request a Demo for Your Large Events. When should I use these platforms? Both platforms offer strong user experiences.

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TEMBO MD, Kate Disley, predicts surge of launches in 2021

Event Industry News

TEMBO IMPACT is receiving a significant number of enquiries regarding our services, specifically for launch events. Although currently embargoed for disclosure, these events are all slated for 2021. . Kate Disley, Managing Director of TEMBO reports; “After unarguably the worst year for the events industry, the green shoots of recovery are starting to show.

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The Tipping Point from Ho-Hum to Wildly Successful Virtual Events

b2match

Key Facts Type: Virtual Conference Link: European Hydrogen Week 2020 Organizer: VO Europe Participants: +2,500 1:1 Meetings: +1,000.

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Parklife announces major date change for 2021 festival

Event Industry News

Parklife has revealed new dates for the festival’s 2021 edition, with a shift away from its usual early summer weekender. The huge festival, which sees tens of thousands of music fans flock to Heaton Park, usually takes place in mid-June. But with so much uncertainty still swirling as to when life will be able to return to normal, the massive event has pushed back its normal dates.

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How to Get Speakers, Exhibitors, and Attendees to Promote Your Event With Video

In this best practices guide, you’ll learn how to tap into the cost-efficiencies of advocacy and word-of-mouth marketing with video. Examples include speakers providing a preview of their upcoming sessions, exhibitors creating “please stop by” invitations and attendees creating “looking forward to seeing you” introduction videos. Learn about best practices and programs created by leading companies and associations including ASIS, AUVSI, SuperZoo, National Restaurant Association, World of Concret

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The Best Online Wedding Planning Resources

Milestone Events Group

The Best Online Wedding Planning Resources. In today’s day and age, it is not uncommon to plan most of your wedding online. While the internet has a plethora of resources to choose from, that can also be what makes it so difficult to narrow down the best assistance. We have done the hard work for you and scoured the internet for the best wedding planning resources.

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eventScribe Live virtual events platform

Event Industry News

The eventScribe App works for your educational meetings, trade shows, and conferences. Note taking in sessions, surveys and evaluations, floor plans, and social networking features make eventScribe the most robust app on the market. Attendees can download eventScribe Event Apps on Apple, Android, or use the mobile responsive version on laptops and other devices.

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Now that’s a sweet idea! | Rydges Sydney Airport

Event Birdie

The first thing you need to know about Rydges Sydney Airport is that, while it may be conveniently located at Sydney’s International Airport, it is NOT a quarantine hotel and it IS a registered COVID-safe venue. Now that any concerns you may have had are out of the way, let’s take a look at why this venue is a sweet idea for your next conference. Introducing EVENT Conference Connect – a hybrid event concept that we think hits the sweet spot when connecting people locally and abroad.

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Identity, the only events agency to rank in the UK’s Sunday Times Fast Track 100

Event Industry News

Identity, the human experience agency, has secured 25th place in the UK’s top 100 private companies league table. The only events agency to secure a ranking, Identity jumped 65 places since last year to land the 25th spot in the prestigious Sunday Times Virgin Atlantic Fast Track 100 list. The agency, with it’s HQ in Sussex, reported sales hitting £20.4 million.

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B2B Events in 2023 - What You Need to Know

Get ahead of the curve and stay informed with Zuddl's industry report on the future of B2B events in 2023. Stay up-to-date on the latest trends and insights from leading experts in the field. Make informed decisions and stay ahead of the competition.

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German minister calls for events to be organized again

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German Finance Minister Olaf Sholz is encouraging organizers to organize events again. If the sector starts now, he hopes to see events again in the 2nd half of 2021 and he guarantees that.

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Citizen Ticket secures £750k in latest funding round

Event Industry News

Online ticketing and livestreaming events platform, Citizen Ticket has secured £750k in its latest investment round. This current injection to the company will be used to enhance the livestream offering developed during the first lockdown, as well as further scaling the team. The Citizen Ticket senior management team very quickly identified at the beginning of lockdown the need to adapt the business and adjust to the lack of live events able to take place.

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How to Use On-Demand Content AFTER a Virtual Event

Eventsforce

Good event content has always been invaluable for attendees. And it seems with virtual events, even more so – a new poll by Eventsforce shows that 70% of organisers are spending more time and money producing high quality sessions and presentations so that they can engage more effectively with people online. And it makes sense – the serendipity of networking at in-person events can’t be replicated in a virtual environment so attendees will naturally focus more on the learning aspect of the