EventMB

JANUARY 22, 2018

Many Event Planners start out working from home. This can be a great model for setting up an event planning business as it keeps overheads down in those critical early stages of trading and can maximise productivity. If you are considering whether it could work for you and how to make a success of it, […]. The post How to Start an Event Planning Business from Home (Updated 2018) by Becki Cross appeared first on [link].

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JANUARY 22, 2018

Are you fed up with planning work parties, because it never seems like anyone wants to attend? What’s with everyone being so resistant to a little bit of fun? Well, sure, every office has a couple of grumblers, but have you ever considered that it’s because your events… just aren’t very good? Obviously, you put a lot of money and effort into them, so nobody you work with is going to want to break the news that you’re a lousy party planner.

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BizBash

JANUARY 22, 2018

Event planners who keep up with cutting-edge mobile event technology hold an advantage over those who don’t. Staying up to.

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Eventinterface

JANUARY 22, 2018

Are you fed up with planning work parties, because it never seems like anyone wants to attend? What’s with everyone being so resistant to a little bit of fun? Well, sure, every office has a couple of grumblers, but have you ever considered that it’s because your events… just aren’t very good? Obviously, you put a lot of money and effort into them, so nobody you work with is going to want to break the news that you’re a lousy party planner.

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PCMA Convene

JANUARY 22, 2018

Mathias Posch. What defines culture? And how does culture impact meetings? These were a few of the topics during “Multi-Cultural Design Thinking: Custom Touches for Remarkable Events” at Convening Leaders 2018. According to Mathias Posch, president of International Conference Services, culture is influenced by two major factors: where you grew up, and your personal background and identity. .

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Eventbrite UK

JANUARY 22, 2018

To keep foodies happy, you need to deliver them a flawless event experience — especially with the ticket-buying experience. Here are some tips to help. The post How to Delight Food and Drinks Event Attendees appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.

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PCMA Convene

JANUARY 22, 2018

?. Ethnically-diverse companies are 35 percent more likely to outperform their peers, said Dorri McWhorter, CEO of the YWCA of Metropolitan Chicago, in a talk, “Break Out of the Bubble — Inclusion to Enrich Your Life,” at Convening Leaders. The question isn’t why we should create diverse and inclusive environments, “which ultimately leads to better results no matter how you measure it,” McWhorter said.

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Event Industry News

JANUARY 22, 2018

The Lakeside Conference Centre, based just outside York, predicts a strong 2018 following a 10 per cent increase in bookings over the last 12 months. The conference centre welcomed more than 3,500 delegates during 2017 with over half of all bookings made up of repeat business. New business to the site included events for the RSPCA, Kerry Foods and Imperial College London.

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Connect Your Meetings

JANUARY 22, 2018

CES 2018 spotlighted advancements in smart technology, VR/AR innovations, OLED televisions and robotic dogs(!). And while a 3-in-1 laundry machine that washes, dries and folds clothes sounds great for personal use, we found five pieces of technology that can elevate your events. 90 Foot LG OLED Canyon. What better way to check-in guests than to immediately transport them through a 90-foot long OLED pathway?

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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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Event Industry News

JANUARY 22, 2018

The Event Services and Supplier Association (ESSA) has announced the launch of its talent and recruitment hub, a permanent online repository of assets and collateral to support and promote the event industry as a career of choice for young people. Chris Criscione, ESSA Chair Events Industry Alliance (EIA) chair and managing director of Equinox Design, made the announcement, saying “Now everyone will have the material they need to make a compelling case for careers in the event industry.

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SmartMeetings

JANUARY 22, 2018

Monterey County knows a thing or two when it comes to inspiration. We always have. (Proof: Monterey County is famous for hosting the first-ever TED conference.) And now, we’ve got an equally inspired venue to match. January 2018 marks the grand opening of the newly renovated Monterey Conference Center. Thanks to a $60 million renovation that has reimagined the center with more than 40,000 square feet of flexible meeting space, you can book a state-of-the-art facility in the heart of a destinatio

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JANUARY 22, 2018

Social media guru, ex-Chief digital Officer of The MET, Former Dean of Columbia School of Journalism, Sree Sreenivasan wants to take YOU and an exclusive group of techsytalk LIVE guests on his famed instagram Walkabout the morning of techsytalk LIVE 10. “HOW DO I ENTER TO WIN?” Simply register for techsytalk LIVE by FRIDAY JAN. 26 2018 by 5pm EST and you’ll automatically be entered to win!

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Hubilo Blog

JANUARY 22, 2018

From grand international trade shows to a simple corporate event, the one thing that drives the attendees to the event is undeniably Networking. Attendees consider networking to be very crucial. If an event provides them with ample networking opportunities, they consider it to be a success. As event profs, you might have come across a lot of literature that asks you to focus on networking.

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Event Industry News

JANUARY 22, 2018

EEF Venues is celebrating its success in the BDRC Continental’s VenueVerdict Awards 2017 after it has been named Best Small & Medium Sized Group and Best Value for Money Group for the fifth consecutive year. The 2017 awards are based on 14,900 individual pieces of feedback received from 376 participating meeting venues and hotels in the UK and Ireland.

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SmartMeetings

JANUARY 22, 2018

One of the signature aspects of the meetings industry is the many inspiring, educational and fun annual conferences scheduled throughout the year. These events have been more exciting than ever recently due to the rapidly evolving offerings, which mirror the dynamic industry, in general. Here is a rundown of eight of the must-attend conventions, including some fresh features that will be added this year.

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Event Industry News

JANUARY 22, 2018

Creative England has invested £250,000 into the development of Production Park, as part of an ambitious project to expand its offer. The facility, in Wakefield, is already a go-to location for the build and design of many high-profile music tours. It also has a keen focus on education. Created to train the next generation of live industry professionals, Backstage Academy currently delivers degree level education to students in Live Events Production, Live Visual Design & Production and Stag

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SmartMeetings

JANUARY 22, 2018

Holston House, Nashville Situated in a 1920s hotel building, this new, 191-room boutique property is rooted in Art Deco design. It features a trio of destination-inspired dining experiences and is steps away from music venues on Lower Broadway. More than 2,200 sq. ft. of meeting space includes a boardroom and a rooftop room with floor-to-ceiling windows and a balcony leading out to the rooftop pool and bar.

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Plan Your Meetings

JANUARY 22, 2018

There’s a great deal of free content online from industry publications and blogs—even more if you venture onto the offerings shared via social media. Following is a bookmark-worthy page for no-cost industry media online and in print. (If you’ve got a recommendation for an additional resource to add, please comment at the end of the post.) . Plan Your Meetings.

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Certain

JANUARY 22, 2018

The month of December is widely recognized by many as the month to give. We find ourselves wanting to give to those who may be less fortunate or battling tough times. Though sometimes we get caught up in the search for the perfect Holiday gift or which cookies will be the office hit, we can lose sight of what giving back is really all about. With this in mind, and to encourage the spirit of giving within our own networks, we decided to make this a priority in our own marketing efforts.

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Floktu

JANUARY 22, 2018

Why is Facebook Important For Your Next Event? Facebook is the largest social network in the world, with 2,700,000,000 monthly active users. Facebook now sees 1,000,000,000 hours of daily video watch time. Create a Facebook Event Page. First things first, set up your event on Floktu.com. Once that’s completed you’re able to begin event promotion on Facebook!

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Certain

JANUARY 22, 2018

The month of December is widely recognized by many as the month to give. We find ourselves wanting to give to those who may be less fortunate or battling tough times. Though sometimes we get caught up in the search for the perfect Holiday gift or which cookies will be the office hit, we can lose sight of what giving back is really all about. With this in mind, and to encourage the spirit of giving within our own networks, we decided to make this a priority in our own marketing efforts.

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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.

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