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I Think We Cracked the Code on Digital Networking!

Velvet Chainsaw

If you missed our recent webinar on Cracking the Code on Digital Networking, you can watch it on-demand. It is well worth your time to learn from two masters: Amanda Kaiser (pictured, top right) and Arianna Rehak (pictured, bottom), co-founders of the 2021 Virtual Networking Incubator. We had a lot of ground to cover and didn’t get to all of the questions.

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Zoom’s First Quarter Earnings Exceed Expectations Even as Growth Slows

EventMB

Video conferencing company Zoom has continued to surpass earnings expectations in its fiscal first quarter, even as growth slows and it looks to build a sustainable path forward post-pandemic. Zoom Video Communications experienced massive growth last year (its fiscal year 2021) throughout the pandemic, which decimated thousands of other businesses. The company released its fiscal […].

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Q&A: Clear’s Insights on the Challenges and Joys of Hosting In-person Experiences in the New Era

Event Marketer

On May 6, more than 100 family members and friends isolated by the pandemic finally experienced the in-person reunion they’d been waiting for at a “Day of Families” event produced by secure identity platform Clear. The brand leveraged its Health Pass service to ensure a COVID-safe experience at New Jersey’s MetLife Stadium that encompassed photo activations, performances by Broadway stars, shared meals, installations, partner experiences delivered by Marriott Bonvoy and United Airlines—and count

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Marketing Virtual Events With Kristin Horstman

Endless Events

#EventIcons podcast is all about talking to the cream of the events industry and getting to know what they do, how they do it, and what the current event trends are. Today’s guest is somebody with years of experience and a lot of charisma. Meet Kristin Horstman, the senior director at Salesforce! Together with the rest of the world, she had to make a quick pivot to virtual events last year.

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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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Maggie and Sunil’s Sweet and Simple Wedding at Spencer’s at the Waterfront

EventSource

When it comes to minimal elegance, Maggie and Sunil’s wedding beautifully fits the bill! Planned by Le Petit House , the couple’s big day at Spencer's at the Waterfront was the picture of timelessness with stunning views and delicate details. The bride looked flawless in her gown by David's Bridal. Thankfully the talented lens of Olive Photography was on hand to snap each precious moment.

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Tips and Tricks for Selling via Social Media

Special Events

As you grow a following on popular social media sites, you have the opportunity to secure more sales and, most importantly, more profit.

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Celebrating Pride Month with LGBTQ+ Voices from the Events Industry

Event Age by Swapcard

June is Pride month and Swapcard is celebrating LGBTQ+ voices.

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How to Start a Wedding Planning Business: 5 Things to Invest In!

QC Event School

If you’re reading this article, it’s because you want to know how to start a wedding planning business of your very own. Well, you’ve come to the right place! Today, QC Event School tutor and industry expert, Mwai Yeboah, will break down 5 critical things to invest in as you begin your new career! With over 15 years of industry experience, Mwai is the proud owner of Love, From Mwai.

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Leaning Into In-Person Events

PCMA Convene

PCMA president and CEO Sherrif Karamat speaks during the last EduCon, which took place in 2019 in Los Angeles. (Jacob Slaton Photography). Sherrif Karamat, CAE. As in-person events start coming back — including PCMA’s EduCon 2021, set for July 7-9 in Phoenix — we know that we can’t take a rinse-and-repeat approach to the way they were held pre-pandemic.

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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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Here’s how to market your in-person or hybrid event in 2021.

Expo Pass

Hybrid and in-person events are officially on the books, and we have to say it’s making things feel a little more normal these days. The only problem is marketing in-person events in 2021 is a whole different story. The usual selling points that organizers might hype up — like a packed auditorium, or a giant indoor concert, are just not super appealing right now.

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Real-Life Examples Show the Importance of In-Person Events

PCMA Convene

“Gathering is an essential part of being human,” as the hotelier and former Airbnb executive Chip Conley told Convene — and an essential part of our society’s progress. (Illustration by Marly Gallardo). It’s fairly simple to bring an idea to life. Buy a domain name for $2.99, find a web hosting service, and choose a professional-looking template. Voila!

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International Day of Yoga: Has Covid-19 Established Online Classes for Good?

Eventbrite UK

The Day of International Yoga is coming up on June 21st, and it seems like a good time to recap how Covid-19 has impacted practitioners around the world. Lockdowns in most countries, it seems, have kickstarted online yoga classes, and they are now likely to stay with us even as in-person classes return. At the […]. The post International Day of Yoga: Has Covid-19 Established Online Classes for Good?

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What the Absence of Events Means to Local Charities

PCMA Convene

Floyd Griffin, director of facility operations at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, does his part to sort out the 3,000-plus pounds of packaged sweet potatoes donated to Second Harvest Food Bank. The National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA) was scheduled to hold its annual show in New Orleans in February 2021, with a community service event planned at the New Orleans Second Harvest Food Bank as part of its program.

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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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How to incorporate Vivid Sydney into your Event

Event Birdie

Vivid Sydney is one of THE most exciting and vibrant festivals IN THE WORLD, showcasing a program of light, music and ideas. It took a break in 2020 (as did many major events), but we’re excited to say it’s back in 2021! Taking over the city between 6th to 28th August 2021 [note it’s slightly later in the year than usual], visitors and locals alike can enjoy the vibrant light art installations, large-scale illuminations and mesmerising 3D-mapped building projections that light

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Event Tech Live US & Canada opens virtual doors in one week!

Event Industry News

Event Tech Live (ETL) will make its debut in the States and Canada next week June 8 – 10. The 3-day virtual event is a product of demand from Event Tech Live attendees and customers on both sides of the pond, ETL USA & Canada will replicate the content and new technology onus of the UK show with a steer towards the solutions helping organisers to keep hosting events through the pandemic and, ultimately, the pivot back to some sort of normal.

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#BUILDBACKBETTEREVENTS

IEM

Results of the Test Events which formed part of the UK Government’s pilot programme are being shared by a range of Event Professionals in this IEM Webinar to be held on 9 June at 13:30h BST. Programme and background information can be downloaded here: UK Government Pilot Events Background. UK Government Pilot Events Information. IEM Test Events Results Webinar 090621.

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Tag Digital supports Event Tech Live US & Canada

Event Industry News

Paid media agency Tag Digital is sponsoring Event Tech Live (ETL) USA & Canada, which takes place in June. Familiar with the ETL brand, Tag Digital has worked with UK & Europe show since 2016, this partnership will see Tag manage the retargeting and social media campaigns for the inaugural Event Tech Live US & Canada. The last 15 months has highlighted how much organisers need a modern marketing strategy with a digital arm capable of supporting the build of rich data.

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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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10 Proven Methods to Increase Audience Engagement at Virtual Events

Hubilo Blog

Good attendee engagement is a KPI for most events’ success. But let’s be honest. It is a tough job to crack. And keeping attendees engaged at virtual events somehow seems even harder. Screen fatigue is a real problem. There is no room filled with the infectious energy of a few excited attendees that can rub off on others. So, keeping the venue buzzing at virtual events has a completely different meaning.

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Hubilo enables you to maximize ROI: For every stakeholder, in every virtual event

Event Industry News

When in-person events were the rage, the most attributable data to measure ROI was restricted to ticket sales and sponsorship revenue. Although post-event surveys added a layer of insight around satisfaction and engagement, convincing attendees to complete a survey was a challenge in itself, and deriving insights from that – mind numbing! In contrast, virtual events have opened up the possibility of measuring true engagement levels, close to real-time, and with more depth than the traditio

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Moreton Hire to Help Deliver Team Defence Australia's International Trade Show Stands

Exhibitor Magazine

Moreton Hire has joined the panel to help deliver Team Defence Australia's international trade show stands over the next five years. The panel has bee.

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RainFocus wins Eventex Awards for Attendee and Entry Management

Event Industry News

RainFocus was recently announced a winner in the annual Eventex Awards for the categories of Attendee Management Technology and Entry Management. RainFocus combines best practices and technology in a scalable and secure experiential platform that powers engaging and consistent experiences for attendees, speakers, and exhibitors — whether virtual, physical, or hybrid.

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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.

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OmniGear Launches ?Face to Face Again' Promo, Gives Away Free Work Gloves to All Participating Trade Show and Conference Pros

Exhibitor Magazine

BROOKLYN, NY  OmniGear, a Gig Gear LLC company, maker of innovative work-related accessories has long been a partner of live event professionals, cr.

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Sherpa

Event Industry News

Sherpa has been at the forefront of event technology since 2009; developing and deploying innovative and robust solutions to support the most complex events. Our online and hybrid event solutions were designed to help events increase profitability like never before. Hybrid event platform: Unify. Unify is a highly-customizable hybrid event platform, and features a media-rich and engaging user interface.

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Patrick King Joins BeyondLive as Business Development Manager

Exhibitor Magazine

BeyondLive, Inc. announced the addition of Patrick King as a Business Development Manager. Patrick is responsible for identifying and securing new bus.

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GL events UK announces exciting new partnership ahead of the FORMULA 1 PIRELLI BRITISH GRAND PRIX at Silverstone.

Event Industry News

GL events UK is no stranger to the delivery of temporary structures to Silverstone, having provided hospitality venues for the British motor racing icon for well over 30 years. But with the race set to resume for the FORMULA 1 PIRELLI BRITISH GRAND PRIX in July, GL events UK has teamed up with the industry’s leading hospitality provider, MATCH Hospitality, offering a brand-new range of concepts that will take hospitality at the event to a whole new level. 2021 will be MATCH Hospitality

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Download 7 Exceptional Event Email Templates for Driving Attendee Engagement

Download "7 Exceptional Event Email Templates for Driving Attendee Engagement" eBook and write winning event emails right away! Relying on decades of social science research and cutting edge behavioral data, SpotMe shows you their science-based methods for creating wildly successful event-marketing email campaigns for almost any situation. SpotMe is the event management platform for B2B marketers.

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LGBT MPA Honors Meetings and Event Professionals this Pride Month

Exhibitor Magazine

NEW YORK  As part of its effort to move the meetings and events industry towards a more inclusive space, with a spotlight on diversity, the LGBT Mee.

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JUN?O allows you to ignore limitations and forget about distances; it’s time to reimagine the future of digital events

Event Industry News

Through the perfect blending of human connection and leading technology, JUN?O combines left- and right-brain thinking to disrupt the stereotype of what digital events are. Born from the intersection between technology and design, their immersive digital experiences have catapulted them from tech startup to industry leader. The results are exceptional events that pulse with both powerful functionality and a multitude of beautiful moments.

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Chatbots and Facebook Messenger Marketing: Success Strategies for Event Planners

All Seated

“Hi, if you have any questions, I’m here to help.” Go to just about any website these days, and these familiar words pop up, made possible by chatbots – a type of computer program designed to simulate conversation and interactions with others. . Also known affectionately as bots, these types of tools are becoming a critical resource for enhancing and providing excellent customer services.