Picatic by Eventbrite

FEBRUARY 26, 2019

Wine and spirit tastings let people kick back and unwind while they learn a thing or two about their favorite libations. But there’s more to hosting a successful tasting event than tasty beverages. Find out what it takes to bring your wine and spirit loving community together for a fun night out in this detailed […]. The post Checklist: How to Host the Ultimate Wine and Spirit Tasting Party appeared first on Eventbrite US Blog.

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Attendease

FEBRUARY 26, 2019

Metadata is used widely by businesses today, but how can professionals in charge of multiple events leverage this tool? We start by understanding what metadata is, and then list some of the ways you can use metadata to optimise your event management processes. What is metadata and why should you use it? Metadata is data that describes other data. Because it summarises basic information about data, metadata can be helpful for finding data, using data, preserving and storing data, and re-using dat

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Picatic by Eventbrite

FEBRUARY 26, 2019

According to a recent MarketingCharts study, 80% of marketing leaders believe events are crucial to their business’s success. But only 60% of marketers say they’re satisfied with their event ROI. That gap shows that something just isn’t working. But the problem usually isn’t with the event itself. Instead, it’s a fatigue problem. Events can be […].

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 26, 2019

Businesses today are constantly striving to work out how they can achieve more, improve and work more economically, often through meetings and brainstorming sessions. Brainstorms provide a valuable platform for sharing ideas and planning creative ways to tackle challenges as a business. But how can you make sure that you’re getting the most out of your brainstorming sessions?

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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.

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Endless Events

FEBRUARY 26, 2019

Today we are joined with a dynamic duo Samantha Vogel and Judy Payne of GameStop. Together their event department raises millions of dollars in sponsorships and create an event that crosses generational boundaries, uses creative ideas to engage their audience, all while meeting stakeholder objectives. For those not familiar, GameStop is a worldwide retailer and the largest selling retailer in the video game industry.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 26, 2019

With a focus on creating a better experience for business travelers and innovating the industry for meeting professionals, Hilton will be opening three new hotels under a new brand. The meetings- and events-focused brand, Signia Hilton , is scheduled to eventually go global; its triad of openings will begin with Signia Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek, Signia Hilton Atlanta and Signia Hilton Indianapolis.

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Eventory

FEBRUARY 26, 2019

Event analytics vs statistics. Some use these terms interchangeably. Are they identical? Well, not completely. Read the article and learn the 3 main differences between event statistics and analytics. Both event statistics and event analytics are used for the numerical description of the event. Both are based on measurable information about events, invited and present participants and their behavior.

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PCMA Convene

FEBRUARY 26, 2019

A Freeman representative answers questions about the Quant data tool display at Convening Leaders 2019 in Pittsburgh. (Jacob Slaton photo). When attendees at PCMA’s Convening Leaders 2019 wanted to get a sense of what their peers thought of the program, they didn’t have to ask anyone. Instead, they could take a look at an oversized screen on display in the Innovate + Elevate Arena in Hall C of Pittsburgh’s David L.

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rsvpBOOK

FEBRUARY 26, 2019

February saw some very useful enhancements now become live for our customers: API Access now available – From your Set-Up menu, API keys can now be generated to allow 3rd party services to query your events registrants and sessions. You can also mark registrants as attended for an individual session or the event itself. Data […]. The post What’s New For February, 2019 appeared first on rsvpBOOK Blog.

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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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Connect Your Meetings

FEBRUARY 26, 2019

In today’s connected world, improving cyber safety is crucial, not only for managing attendees’ expectations, but because every phone, tablet and laptop is an entry point for potential harm to planners, delegates and their events. In 2018, the Events Industry Council’s Industry Insights Committee conducted a survey of more than 200 event professionals on cybersecurity readiness.

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Event Industry News

FEBRUARY 26, 2019

Event management software (EMS) leader Aventri announces the launch of BadgeNow, the first self-service badge printer to offer high-quality color badges for event planners. This on-demand badge printer will offer Aventri customers a quick and easy onsite check-in process for event attendees. BadgeNow integrates with Aventri’s registration platform, which allows for a seamless flow of attendee information to be passed in real-time.

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Eventsforce

FEBRUARY 26, 2019

As an event planner, you’ll know what a logistical nightmare printing and scanning delegate badges can be. And yet getting it right is so important as it can have a huge impact on first impressions when people arrive to your event. Attendees don’t want to start their journey feeling frustrated, standing around in long registration queues or waiting for someone to help them out.

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PCMA Convene

FEBRUARY 26, 2019

By having a meal at FareStart Restaurant in downtown Seattle, “just in that act alone, you are part of the solution,” says Stephanie Schoo, marketing and communications director. Albert is a line chef at The Battery, a private club and hotel in San Francisco that’s so exclusive, a hotel booking site recently described it as “that one cool spot that everyone is trying to get into.”.

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Event Industry News

FEBRUARY 26, 2019

Jack Morton, the global brand experience agency, has partnered with four clients to create their brand experiences at Mobile World Congress (MWC) this year. MWC is the premier industry telecom and technology event and takes place from the 25 th to the 28 th February at Fira Gran Via, Barcelona. The agency’s work at MWC reflects the strength of its partnerships – this is the 11 th year Jack Morton has partnered with Ericsson and the 9 th with Sony Mobile at MWC.

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MeetingsNet

FEBRUARY 26, 2019

This week's Mobile World Congress featured chip implantation on a human during a presentation. Besides the introduction of new 5G-based services and smartphones, this week's Mobile World Congress in Barcelona featured a strange but compelling session: One attendee chose to have a radio frequency identification chip implanted under the skin on his hand while on stage , to demonstrate the ease with which the chips—the size of a few grains of sand—can be inserted and removed.

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Event Industry News

FEBRUARY 26, 2019

A Greener Festival have announced the shortlists for the debut International AGF Awards, which will be hosted following the Green Events & Innovations Conference and ILMC Production Meeting on Tuesday 5 th March at the Royal Garden Hotel, London. Winners are selected from the detailed AGF assessments, site visits, evidence and analysis by trained sustainable event auditors throughout 2018.

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Bizzabo

FEBRUARY 26, 2019

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a hot button topic and has been for some time. One of the larger sectors of AI is cybersecurity. Discover some of the top can't miss events in 2019 for AI and cybersecurity. Many credit Alan Turing for starting the conversation on artificial intelligence. However, due to technological and financial limitations, Turing was relegated to only discussing the topic.

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G2Planet

FEBRUARY 26, 2019

When you ask more than two dozen top events industry professionals for their insights on technology trends, the answers (no surprise) are fascinating.

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PCMA Convene

FEBRUARY 26, 2019

For the Braindate Lounge at Convening Leaders 2019, Steelcase Event Experiences planned an environment that would maximize collaboration, grouping chairs, sofas, tables, lamps, and accessories in supportive ways. (Steelcase photo). If anyone could be said to be an expert on the Braindate Lounge at Convening Leaders 2019 in Pittsburgh, it would be Paul Wong, associate director for meeting operations for DIA (Drug Information Association).

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Cvent: Event Marketing

FEBRUARY 26, 2019

What is a corporate event? A lot of things! A corporate event, though it has many definitions, is most often thought of to be a private event put on by a business for staff and stakeholders. These events can range from appreciation events to holiday parties, from incentive trips to conferences. There’s really no limit to the type of event. When it comes to planning an event, the key thing to remember is that these events are generally held to break down barriers and allow staff to bond.

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PCMA Convene

FEBRUARY 26, 2019

Many organizers have worked with tent-rental companies for their special events. And not surprisingly, there’s an annual conference for those tenting professionals — where even the educational sessions take place in tents. Now in its 32nd year, The Tent Show brings owners and managers of and installers from tent-rental companies who are members of the Manufacturers and Tent Renters Association (MATRA) , as well as tent manufacturers, together under one roof.

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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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Maritz Global Events

FEBRUARY 26, 2019

It’s no longer a concept meant for sci-fi films and futuristic visions: facial recognition technology is here and it’s poised to transform the meetings and events industry as we know it. Imagine this scenario: an attendee walks into your event late, flustered and needs their badge. However, they conveniently forgot the printout with their confirmation, the email is nowhere to be found on their phone (if they can even find that) and they are running late for an important appointment.

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PCMA Convene

FEBRUARY 26, 2019

Eventbrite. Based on survey data from thousands of organizations, these are the top five event survey questions business-event organizers should ask their attendees. ( Eventbrite ). Read More.

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a2z Innovation Insider

FEBRUARY 26, 2019

Big Data – it’s a phrase we’ve been throwing around for years now, sometimes in ways the original term probably had little to do with. However, Big Data was destined for evolution simply because the potential value is so robust. It begs the age-old question of the immovable object or the unstoppable force. Regardless of which, we do know that the value of actionable data is too immense for it not to be used to help grow top lines.

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PCMA Convene

FEBRUARY 26, 2019

globest.com. A 22-story, 304-room Marriott hotel will feature 9,000 sq. ft. of event space and a 10,000-sq.-ft. ballroom directly connected to the Tacoma Convention Center. ( Globest ). Read More.

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All Seated

FEBRUARY 26, 2019

Inbound leads come from positive word of mouth and you can increase those online through strategy. With Nick Borelli, learn simple repeatable practices that take your passions and turn them into a cause that the right people will be attracted to and how to utilize social media platforms the right way so that your community will recognize you as the thought leader you are.

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PCMA Convene

FEBRUARY 26, 2019

bizbash.com. This year’s honorees have decades of experience working in event design and production, meetings, hospitality and sponsorships, corporate events, rentals, and more. ( Bizbash ). Read More.

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All Seated

FEBRUARY 26, 2019

The Bently Reserve is an iconic venue located in the Financial District of San Francisco. The building was well-known as the main headquarters of the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco for nearly sixty years. As a reimagined rental venue for special events, business meetings and conferences, the Bently Reserve’s internal sales, marketing, and operations teams faced all-too-familiar challenges: Struggled to provide clients with multiple visual representations of the space for their event.

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