Attendease
APRIL 3, 2019
No matter what kind of event you’re running, how many attendees you’re expecting, or what industry you operate in, something will go wrong at your event. Outside of a one-in-a-million (and probably mythical) “unicorn” event, some unexpected contingency or unlikely eventuality is going to throw you off your carefully-laid plans. How you respond to issues that arise influences how successful your event will be.
Eventmobi
APRIL 3, 2019
Evaluating event success is the first step to take towards planning your next event. The planning process of this years’ event is where the evaluation process begins. Beyond the expectation of evaluation from your boss and stakeholders, understanding what worked, what didn’t, and where you can improve, builds the foundation for success and knowing what to measure against.
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Eventbrite UK
APRIL 3, 2019
New to event planning? Not sure where to start? Worried about overlooking something vital? We hear you! That’s why we have compiled a comprehensive checklist to make sure nothing slips through the cracks. Use our Ultimate Event Planning Checklist at any point of the event planning process to reduce stress and make sure no detail […]. The post The Ultimate Event Planning Checklist appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.
Expo Pass
APRIL 3, 2019
(6 Minute Read). Woman in Events: The Importance of Educational Events for Professional Development. . Our latest content article comes from a woman working in the event industry talking about the value of continued education. There is a reason professionals, especially executives, attend many conferences, networking events, and forums each year. The truth is, we didn’t learn it all in college, and as we grow within our careers, we need the continued education to stay relevant.
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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.
Connect Your Meetings
APRIL 3, 2019
Chicago has always been known for its vibrant and diverse neighborhoods, from the West Loop, an industrial district that transformed in the ’80s with the creation of Oprah’s Harpo Studios, to the former artists’ hub Wicker Park. Today, these historic communities are teeming with new hotels and meeting venues. West Loop. Today’s West Loop is home to the Google Chicago headquarters and McDonald’s massive new corporate HQ, which launched in summer 2018 in the footprint of the former Harpo Studios.
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ePly
APRIL 3, 2019
One of the biggest mistakes you can make with online event registration is not absolutely scrutinizing your form before releasing it to your audience. The only way you’ll truly know if it’ll be a seamless experience for registrants is by getting in there yourself! And if the experience isn’t seamless, there’s a good chance they’ll abandon registering altogether.
eventplanner
APRIL 3, 2019
Deciding and designing the pricing and the ticketing procedure for your event can be daunting, especially when you have so many options.
Event Industry News
APRIL 3, 2019
Technical production specialist CPL provided a production design plus sound, lighting and video equipment to Pandora Events for Tropic’s massive spring 2019 ‘glambassadors’ event, staged in Hall 9 at the National Exhibition Centre (NEC) in Birmingham, UK. “Tropic Rocks” offered a hi-energy festival / rock theme to energise the 2500 delegates, for which a look and feel to match was needed.
eventplanner
APRIL 3, 2019
"An event shouldn’t be about food", some say. Instead, it should center on the knowledge transfer and interaction. True, but what’s better than food-ignited long conversations, cultural exchanges, and unforgettable experiences?
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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
InitLive
APRIL 3, 2019
Every volunteer brings a unique background of skills and experience that you can leverage when assigning roles. To fully utilize everyone's skills, it's important that you ask about more than their work experience. Some volunteers will have cultivated their skills from hobbies, other events where they volunteered, or simply a natural talent. Your event may have a specific subset of roles that need to be filled, but these skills and experiences are a good place to start when getting to know your
Event Industry News
APRIL 3, 2019
Find out why Sherpa is the preferred partner for the most demanding events. At Sherpa, we believe in the power of your events. We operate a suite of industry-leading solutions that allow you, your exhibitors and attendees to get the most out of your events. Sherpa operates a total support excellence approach. We develop the best set of bespoke tools to allow your team to relax and be confident with their event.
Cvent: Event Marketing
APRIL 3, 2019
It’s almost expected these days that there will be times when meeting and event planners are remote. Whether on-site, working remote full-time or some mix, it can take a while to adapt to not being in an office every day. Plus, you have deadlines. A LOT of them, and chances are you need to keep lines of communication open to succeed at your job. Luckily, remote planners can get more done than ever with the help of technology and clear processes.
Event Industry News
APRIL 3, 2019
Founded in 1978 and based in Chesham, Buckinghamshire, B-Loony is the UK’s leading manufacturer and printer of branded natural rubber balloons and low-cost promotional products, including printed hand waving flags, bunting, food flags, sashes and banners. With a comprehensive range, vast stock holding the production capacity to manufacture and print in large volumes at short notice, B-Loony has both the expertise and funding required to support its extensive printing and manufacturing operation
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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.
Meeting Tomorrow
APRIL 3, 2019
In late February, we moved into our bright and airy new building in the Albany Park neighborhood of Chicago. Throughout the entire design process, we wanted our new home to embody the people and values that make Meeting Tomorrow unique. For us, that includes prioritizing an earth-friendly office and warehouse. From the start of our planning process, our employee Sustainability Board, called EcoMT, advocated for sustainable measures for the entire property.
The Expo Group
APRIL 3, 2019
This month on The Exposure Podcast, we visit with Manolita Moore, VP, Exhibit Sales & Operations with the North American Veterinary Community and learn some new ideas for acquisition and retention for trade shows. Dana discusses how trade show floors have evolved over the past decade and we all share another monthly mindful moment with Todd. Don't miss Corey's Digital Download as well!
Ins'Tent
APRIL 3, 2019
Whether you’re launching a new product or holding a conference, you need to know that your event management company is ahead of the curve. The art of executing a business event is constantly changing. And if you’re not changing with it, you’re falling behind your competitors. Trends in event management never stand still. Before you choose a company to run your next big event, you need to know it’s implementing 2019’s big trends.
Hubb
APRIL 3, 2019
Still unsure of the benefits of data for events? Not sure what data to collect or how or where to start? It's time to take the #redpill. Let’s explore why it is critical to utilize data in your event strategy to improve your event ROI and overall experience for presenters and attendees. Welcome to the first in a series of posts all about event data.
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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!
Event Industry News
APRIL 3, 2019
Events for Namuwongo (EFN) is a philanthropic network of events-industry companies who support Hope for Children’s life-changing work with vulnerable children in the slum village of Namuwongo, Uganda. . Established in September 2011 by events industry leaders who decided to come together to create an industry cause, EFN works to improve the living conditions and youth educational opportunities of the estimated 30,000 people who live in the adopted community.
All Seated
APRIL 3, 2019
Every brand is looking for the next big thing, and that next big thing includes incorporating Augmented and Virtual Reality into your marketing plan. While it may not be a first on everyone’s marketing list, companies big and small are already including the forward technology into their branding. Utilizing AR and VR reaches consumers in a new, exciting and innovative way, and gives them unforgettable experiences.
Endless Events
APRIL 3, 2019
In today’s episode, we’re tackling haze for events. As an event planner, you’re always wondering how to make the experience better for attendees. Obviously, there are tons of things to take into consideration! It’s easy to let a couple of details slide by you, and you might not ever contemplate certain aspects until it’s showtime.
Event Industry News
APRIL 3, 2019
Immersive AV is excited to announce they now stock Lightform – the design tool for projected augmented reality (AR). Lightform allows you to create high-quality visuals for projected AR using content creation software powered by computer vision hardware. It does this by scanning a scene and sending the patterns to the projector over HDMI that the camera simultaneously captures.
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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.
Vendini
APRIL 3, 2019
Whether you are hosting an art festival, food festival or beer festival, chances are you’re probably used to seeing some of the same customers every year. With so many new festivals popping up and competition fierce, finding new ways to spice up your event is vital to not only retain your audience but also grow it. We’ve seen our members host successful festivals year after year and would like to share a few tips which can help you freshen up your festival this year.
PCMA Convene
APRIL 3, 2019
The premise of corporate social responsibility (CSR) is simple: If corporations are going to make a profit, they also have a social responsibility to make a difference, too. That idea was fully explored at “Merging Profits and Social Responsibility: How Marriott Is Keeping CSR Integral to Its Mega-Merger With Starwood,” — an event hosted by The Executives’ Club of Chicago at The Westin River North on April 3.
Vendini
APRIL 3, 2019
Whether you are hosting an art festival, food festival or beer festival, chances are you’re probably used to seeing some of the same customers every year. With so many new festivals popping up and competition fierce, finding new ways to spice up your event is vital to not only retain your audience but also grow it. We’ve seen our members host successful festivals year after year and would like to share a few tips which can help you freshen up your festival this year.
Bizzabo
APRIL 3, 2019
Being productive is easy when you have the right tools. Here are 29 leading apps event planners can use to stay organized, do their jobs better, and get more things done! Time will always be your most precious asset and, as many readers already know, event planning doesn't afford organizers the luxury of time. According to CareerCast, event planners have the 5th most stressful job in America thanks to the long hours and high pressure.
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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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