Tue.May 11, 2021

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4 Reasons to Keep Hosting Hybrid and Live Virtual Events this Summer

Picatic by Eventbrite

With many event venues beginning to reopen across the country and some restrictions on public gatherings being loosened, you may think it’s time to return to only in-person events and leave the streaming tech behind once and for all. After all, the cameras, microphones, and wiring needed to pull off first-class hybrid and virtual events […].

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Europe’s Test Events Push the Boundaries of Safety. What Can They Teach Us?

EventMB

Test events are popping up across Europe to gauge the safety of meeting in person as many developed countries move closer to herd immunity status. What have these real-world experiments taught us about the risks? Last year, we reported on one of the first experiments to study the risk of Covid transmission at in-person gatherings. […]. The post Europe’s Test Events Push the Boundaries of Safety.

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How to Gamify Networking & Skyrocket Attendee Experience

Event Age by Swapcard

Just because "Zoom fatigue" is a thing, doesn't mean virtual events can't be a success. Some planners hit it out of the park by pushing the boundaries with creative, original ideas. We're celebrating those event planners in our Success Story series. Don't play it safe; be creative! First up: the National Housing Federation (NHF), who in March of 2021, brought together attendees and exhibitors in the first-ever, networking-heavy online version of their Housing Finance Conference & Exhibition.

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Mike and Kaitlin’s Boho-Chic Summer Nuptials

EventSource

Mike and Kaitlin’s summer nuptials were nothing short of magic. With the help of the brilliant team of planners at I Do! Weddings ! Wedding transformed a private property in a bohemian and rustic wedding backdrop that was stylish and in every sense of the word. Shot by the talented lens of Bows & Lavender , you’ll definitely fall for this dreamy gallery.

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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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5 Reasons Why Virtual Events Need an Event Decorator!

QC Event School

Do virtual events need an event decorator? QC Student Ambassador, Tamesha Antria, says YES – and is here to tell you why! Tamesha is a Student Ambassador of QC Event School. She is also a graduate and current student. Her business, Events with Tamesha, offers everything from officiant services, wedding and event planning/coordination, virtual events, and much more!

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TSE Spotlight: The Hybrid Solution

Special Events

Spotlight on what to expect this summer at The Special Event

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Quadrant2Design announce the launch of their new website

Event Industry News

Market-leading exhibition stand designer, Quadrant2Design, have announced the launch of their new website. The Bournemouth based company, which has been running for over 20 years, decided it was time for a re-vamp. MD Alan Jenkins said “We’d had the old website for a number of years so the time had come to refresh it to reflect our new branding and bring it up to date”.

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The blind spot in hybrid events

eventplanner

Most people now agree: a hybrid event actually consists of 2 separate events - a live and an online event. Where is the blind spot in hybrid events?

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#Rave2Recovery launches a marathon series of fundraising DJ events supporting #WeMakeEvents

Event Industry News

This series of spectacular on-line raves is in support of those DJ’s, crew and production professionals who have fallen on hard times due to the pandemic. Those who work tirelessly to make events and give the public and business world the best of their art. Saturday 12 th June from 5pm UK time, #Rave2Recovery will commence a 24-hour, interactive, global fundraising spectacular.

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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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Baby Shower Invitation Wording Ideas

Sendo

A baby shower is an exciting event, celebrating a new life that is on its way. It is such a special time in a new parent’s life as they begin to prepare for this new change in life. It is quite the journey they are now on. Making this celebrating special occasion feel even more extraordinary is by setting the tone with the party invitation. Here are some baby shower wording invitation wording.

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The Royal Horticultural Halls help to bring COVID to a blooming end

Event Industry News

Since January, the Westminster venue has safely welcomed nurses from various local GP practices to deliver over 15K vaccinations so far this year. With a solid reputation for the delivery of covid safe events, swathes of natural light from the glass roof and 875 square metres of uninterrupted space, the Lindley Hall was a practical choice for the NHS campaign.

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Three Standout Perspectives on the Future of Experiences

Opus Agency

From three of today’s blazing hot prognosticators, these are the trends, ideas, and experimentations that address the most crucial question all of us are asking: “what will people want next?” To kick off May, our teams launched Xplor by Opus, an experimental live experience. We brought together senior event leaders and global marketing executives for […].

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We did a Hybrid Fundraising Event!

Do Good Events

We did it! Read on to find out what we learned. Buzzword - Hybrid: An event that give guests the option to attend an in-person or through a virtual platform. As we remain in an ambiguous world with Covid-19, hybrid events offer benefits to allow people to engage at their comfort level. Virtual streaming continue to hold value as live event return. They allow people who are not physically near the event or don’t have the financial resources to participate in person, to be still a part of the comm

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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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VUE CONFERENCES & EVENTS ANNOUNCES ITS BIGGEST HYBRID PACKAGE: IN EXCESS OF 50K DELEGATES

Prestige Events Magazine

Last week Vue launched its biggest hybrid conference package, incorporating the UK, Ireland and Europe, with the expertise to be able to host 50 thousand delegates safely at multiple sites. Head of conferences and events Rachel Macaulay from Vue, said “we have been streaming events via satellite for over 10 years, it’s second nature. Our ability to host hybrid events doesn’t just mean from site to site.

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Marketing for digital events: Which social media platforms should you be on?

Converve

Social media networks have changed our lives. Not only do we share and provide insights into our private lives through social media, but these […]. Der Beitrag Marketing for digital events: Which social media platforms should you be on? erschien zuerst auf Converve.

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De Vere launches new online booking engine for meetings and events

Prestige Events Magazine

De Vere, a collection of historic mansion house estates and distinctive contemporary hotels and event destinations, today announced that it will begin launching a new integrated meetings and events booking engine on its website. The partnership with MeetingPackage, a cloud-based meetings and events booking platform, will initially be available at De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms, located in London’s West End, where it will enable more efficient online bookings whilst providing live availability and

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In-Person ECEF Returns to Washington DC Metro on November 3

Exhibitor Magazine

ARLINGTON, VA  Marking 20 years of connecting leaders to leaders, Exhibition and. Convention Executives Forum (ECEF) will open for a full day of in-.

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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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EventDecision offers brand new solutions for event planners

Prestige Events Magazine

Company launches two new tools to help brand, agency and venue event planners make better decisions. Two new services are on offer from EventDecision, giving Brand, Agency and Venue planners intelligence-led tools to ensure sustainability is both measured and reported; and that venue WiFi is up to speed. With clear and understandable growth in virtual events and now the promise of hybrid events on a wider scale, it is more important than ever that delegates can get connected and stay connected a

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Arlington Convention and Visitors Bureau Presents 2021 WOW Award

Exhibitor Magazine

ARLINGTON, TEXAS  In honor of National Travel and Tourism Week, the Arlington Convention and Visitors Bureau (ACVB) awarded the 2021 WOW Award to Chane.

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Europe’s Test Events Push the Boundaries of Safety. What Can They Teach Us?

Skift

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Jifflenow Closes $11.9M Funding to Supercharge How Enterprises Book B2B Customer Meetings

Exhibitor Magazine

SAN JOSE, Calif.  Jifflenow, innovator of the world's #1 meeting automation platform (MAP), has raised $11.9 million in a new funding round led by so.

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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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What to Look for in a Hybrid Event Platform

Bizzabo

The right event platforms can make or break your hybrid event. Learn what experts consider key for hybrid event platforms so you can choose the right fit. As events move towards a hybrid future, choosing a hybrid events platform that provides your events team with everything you need to deliver successful in-person and virtual experiences will be a key decision.

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Two-day Virtual Expo For Facility Management in Hospitality and Entertainment Industry to be Held on June 8-9, 2021

Exhibitor Magazine

At The Innofac Show, you can source the latest products, learn about market developments, ways to sustainable recovery, and discover the future of the.

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Industry reunites to welcome the return of live events

Event Industry News

An Events Industry Summer Ball to mark the return of live events, has been launched by GCN Events to run on the evening of 8 July at the Kia Oval. The evening will feature live music, comedy acts and a charity auction. It will be a chance for event industry colleagues to re-unite and re-connect and will also raise money for two very worthy causes – Hospitality Action and VaccinAid. .

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Smyle Helps IMEX Group Create IMEX BuzzHub

Exhibitor Magazine

May 12th saw the must-attend show for meetings professionals launch IMEX BuzzHub, a Smyle-developed community that allows participants to listen, l.

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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.