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Lead Retrieval Just Got Better: 5 Trends to Watch in 2020

EventMB

This is a sponsored post from Socio. More information about Event Manager Blog’s sponsored posts. Lead retrieval is a major focus of exhibitors and marketers when attending trade shows and conventions. In fact, 68% of B2B marketers find that events are the most valuable source of top-of-the-funnel leads. However, you may be surprised to learn […].

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The Ultimate Conference Planning Checklist

InitLive

Conferences, both corporate and otherwise, are an important component in promoting the cause of an organization. In fact, according to a survey , about 98% of US Federal employees agree that conferences are an effective way to communicate their respective agency's missions. To organize a successful conference, you must have a knack for planning things to the minutest details.

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Event navigation 101: 3 tips to please conference attendees

Eventbase

At the risk of preaching to the choir: event marketing works. Research from the Harvard Business Review found that 52 percent of business executives believe events drive more business value than other marketing channels. Working in the industry, we all know the impact that events have — their ability to foster connections, deepen bonds and accelerate the sales cycle to name a few.

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What Sponsorship Was Like Before — and Where It’s Going Next

Picatic by Eventbrite

Event sponsorship is on the cusp of a new era. The tired old model of logos on banners has no place in the dynamic, digital new world we’ve embarked upon. After all, events themselves have gotten more eclectic. Today’s sponsors have much higher expectations than simply trading cash for brand recognition. They want to be […].

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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 Year’s Resolutions for event planners

Eventbrite UK

As another year draws to a close, it’s time to reflect on events past. We explore some of the promises you might want to make as you prepare to plan for 2020. 1. Grow your social media following Social media plays a hugely important role in raising awareness of your event and encouraging followers to […]. The post New Year’s Resolutions for event planners appeared first on Eventbrite UK.

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Catering and Event Concepts to Make Your Next Halloween Event A Success

Caterease

We are all at the age where we, unfortunately, can’t go trick-or-treating anymore (at least I hope you’re not). Despite. The post Catering and Event Concepts to Make Your Next Halloween Event A Success appeared first on Caterease.

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Using Influencer Marketing to Drive Attendance

PCMA Convene

Internet marketing specialist and author Susan Sweeney, CSP, will lead an influencer marketing session on Jan. 6 at PCMA Convening Leaders 2020 in San Francisco. Social-media influencers have moved far beyond the Kardashians. A recent study by InfluencerDB found that Instagram alone has more than 500,000 active influencers , and influencer marketing spending on the platform totaled more than $5 billion globally last year.

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Exhibition Buyer’s Guide: The highs & lows of exhibitions

Event Industry News

In this year’s edition of the Exhibition Buyer’s Guide, we decided to take a closer look at past trade shows to inspect where they succeeded and where they didn’t. Trade fairs are great for maximising exposure, expanding client-bases and networking with industry members, so it is important to remember: if you’re going to do them, do them right! Our Exhibition Buyer’s Guide is available for the next 12 months and is FREE to download.

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Sarah and Gideon’s Romantic La Maquette Wedding

EventSource

Picture this: a romantic wedding that beautifully blends modern and timeless styles together and perfectly fits both in a garden setting and one in the city. Sarah and Gideon’s wedding at La Maquette Restaurant does exactly that, and it could not have been more elegant and charming! The couple currently live in the UK, and flew across the pond to celebrate with family and friends for their Toronto wedding, and from these gorgeous photos (and their endless smiles), you can tell that it was

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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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Top 7 benefits of contact management you may not know about

MLeads

What is Contact Management? Contact management is usually part of the CRM strategy. In short, Contact management is the storage and organization of contacts so that they are easily accessible. It is what it sounds like the process of managing data. Why do we need Contact Management?

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Organising a Successful Meeting: Checklist

Tagvenue

Business meetings can serve all kinds of purposes, from the making of important decisions with … Organising a Successful Meeting: Checklist Read More ».

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How to Get a Seat at the Power Table

SmartMeetings

Would you like to be seen as an event professional whose opinion is valued and can have a permanent seat at the table where strategic decisions are made? Howard Givner, founder of Event Leadership Institute , shared the secrets to attaining trusted advisor status in an exclusive interview with Smart Meetings. Related: 4 Crucial Steps to Making a Positive First Impression.

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The Best of 2019: Resources for Busy Event Professionals

Eagle's Flight Corporate Events

As the new year quickly approaches, many of us will reflect on the highlights of the past year and look onward to what is ahead. As an event professional, you are often unmistakably proud of the work you have accomplished and the events you have hosted, yet you are keenly aware of what is scheduled ahead of you and the planning that will be required.

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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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Event Tech Spotlight: 2Heads

Event Industry News

Company name: 2heads Founded: 26 th March 1986 Web address: www.2heads.com. About: 2heads Global Design is an experiential marketing agency that supports global show programmes for some of the world’s largest brands. As a market leader in B2B event marketing, 2heads currently powers more than 200 brand experiences in over 25 countries worldwide and operates from footholds in four international markets.

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Content Marketing Writer

All Seated

. Who We Are: Allseated is a rapidly growing venture-backed company with best-in-class products for event planning and layouts. We are changing the game in our industry by leveraging 3D and Virtual Reality technologies to provide vivid visualization of event and venue settings. We have thousands of customers, representing both small businesses up to enterprise, and there is significant market opportunity ahead!

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Podcast: Manchester Central’s Shaun Hinds on the future of tech in the venue

Event Industry News

On this week’s podcast, our host, James Dickson, was joined by the CEO of Manchester Central, Shaun Hinds, to discuss the future of sustainability at the tech-advanced venue. With more than 25 years in the hospitality, property and business service sectors, Shaun was appointed CEO in June 2017 after serving in leadership roles at the Association of Event Venues, YourWelcome and the BridgeStreet Global Hospitality.

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Event Spotlight: Croatia Is Calling and I Must Go

CXApp Blog - Events

At the crossroads of southern and central Europe, the CXAp belongs.

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Download Now: 2022 Virtual + Hybrid Event Platform RFP Template - Enterprise Edition

Download 200+ new RFP questions for hybrid and virtual event technology success. After 10,000 downloads, the SpotMe Virtual + Hybrid Event Platform RFP Template is the ultimate procurement tool for event technology. This template is ideal for companies looking for a vendor to fulfill their specific virtual + hybrid event platform needs and requirements!

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How to Effectively Use Social Media at Every Stage of Your Event

Eventmobi

Knowing how to best use and keep up with social media to amplify the reach of your event can be daunting for even the most experienced social media managers or event marketers. However, the right social media tools, can simplify content distribution and shine light on what actually works, so you can focus your efforts on a social media strategy that has the most impact for your event, conference or tradeshow.

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12 Imaginative Events from Intel

Bizzabo

Intel is a highly creative company with a great event strategy. Learn how your organization can host similarly imaginative events with these great examples and actionable takeaways. Intel is a massive technology company based in Silicon Valley. As of 2018, it was ranked as the second highest-valued semiconductor chip manufacturer (behind Samsung) and the 46th largest U.S. company based on revenue.

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New CWT Trends Report: Event Sustainability Is Critical to Attendees

PCMA Convene

The CWT’s Future of Sustainable Events supplement names The PARKROYAL on Pickering in Singapore among “three of the best sustainable venues.” See more photos in the gallery below. (Photo by Victor on Unsplash). In less than five years, climate-conscious millennials will become the world’s largest group of business travelers, CWT Meetings & Events says, making sustainability an even more important business consideration for the events industry.

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EventsAIR: Driving engagement in a world of change

Event Industry News

Recent stats have baby boomers as some of the largest users of mobile and tablet devices in the world, so the perception that technology adoption at events is dependent on age can be misleading. If anything, users want more capabilities with fewer clicks and seamless interaction with user interfaces. This is apparent in the growth of facial recognition, self-check-in and gamification to name a few.

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The Ultimate Guide to Hosting Hybrid Events For Your Association

For associations, the hybrid model is the future of the MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) industry. Hybrid events provide increased reach and scalability, improved engagement with association members, and insights from real-time analytics, making them an absolute necessity. This ready-to-use playbook presents a framework for event organizers embarking on the hybrid events journey.