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Does the Meetings Industry Have a Complacency Problem?

Smart Meetings

When author Salman Rushdie was stabbed 10 times just before giving a lecture in western New York, a crucial question was raised, perhaps the only one that matters: Why was such a high-risk person so easily accessible? Perhaps an even better question may be, “What will event organizers do to prevent something like this from happening again?”. We’ve been here before several times and the sequence is roughly the same: The accident happens, alarm is raised, authorities and event professionals take s

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Introducing Eventbrite Academy: An Event Creator’s Guide to Social Media Marketing

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At Eventbrite, we’re always thinking of ways we can empower you in your marketing journey – whether you’re an experienced promoter or planning your first-ever event. There’s no one-size-fits-all approach to event marketing. That’s why we’ve researched current marketing trends and talked to dozens of creators just like you to better understand what it takes […].

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Vanessa and Dylan’s Romantic Candlelit Wedding at Julius Event Centre

EventSource

Thanks to luxe decor, show stopping candles, and romantic florals, Vanessa and Dylan’s big day was the epitome of glam. With the help of their amazing planner Simply Sienna , they transformed the Julius Event Centre into the fabulous reception of their dreams with every luxurious detail perfectly in place. The bride was a vision in a lace dress from Mariana's Bridal Boutique and gorgeous Jimmy Choo shoes.

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German Event Industry Achievement Award for VOK DAMS

Event Industry News

This year, the honorary award of the German MICE industry, “the MICE Achievement Award, for outstanding achievements, life work or social commitment” goes to the owners and executives of the family owned agency VOK DAMS. “In every industry there are people whose work has influenced the quality standards beyond their own company. This also applies to personalities who have made outstanding contributions to the event industry,” the Association of Event Organizers (VDVO) stated.

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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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Meet the Team: David Beinhauer, Backend Developer

zkipster

David Beinhauer is a backend developer and one of the founding members of our engineering team, having joined the company in 2014 after working on an early iteration of the zkipster app. He is based in Ostrava in the Czech Republic. David, tell us about your career before you arrived at zkipster. I studied software development at VSB Technical University of Ostrava.

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Episode 56: Iron Sharpening Iron: Why Collaborating with Competitors Makes Us Better with Jennifer Clark from Emerge Events

Techsytalk

The pandemic powered many global event partnerships in a way that has made our industry better. In this episode, we chat with Jennifer Clark to learn more about how she’s been helping the techsytalk team do things we couldn’t do on our own, and how she’s helping and learning from event planners all over the world! While many people say you shouldn’t collaborate with your competitors, Jennifer knows it’s the way to true success!

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Events Industry Council announces Recipients of 2022 Global Awards

Event Industry News

The Events Industry Council (EIC), the global voice of the business events industry,has today announced the Recipients of its annual Global Awards , which celebrate and honour exemplary achievements and focus on leadership at all levels and areas of focus within the global business events industry. This year’s Recipients are: EIC Hall of Leaders inductees: Larry Alexander , President and CEO (retired), Detroit Metro Convention & Visitors Bureau; Sandy Biback, CMP Emeritus, CMM, Founder, M

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10 Elegant Christmas Party Themes to Up Your Festive Game in 2022

Tagvenue

Tis the season of merriment and merrymaking! The most wonderful time of the year approaches … 10 Elegant Christmas Party Themes to Up Your Festive Game in 2022 Continue reading ».

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Temporary Ramps & Steps | Rapid Ramp

Event Industry News

Rapid Ramp, A UK leading modular ramp and step manufacturer, supplier and installer. We continue to partner with companies and organisers, offering off-the-shelf ramps and steps engineered to be easy to install, reuse, reconfigure and remove. The systems can overcome various floor levels and provide access to temporary constructions such as spectator platforms, marquees, portable cabins, and toilets.

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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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New Whitepaper: Gamification and Interaction: Tips for All Event Formats

Eventscase Blog

Gamification is 75% psychology and 25% technology Gabe Zichermann, Gamification Expert and Founder & CEO of gamification.co. This premise is a good starting point if you want to use gamification dynamics in your next event. When it comes to psychology, you have to understand what moves your audience and what would prod their participation. For example, generational and social differences will be important elements to take into account.

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Our performance statistics for the first quarter of the 2022/23 financial year and game-changing new features on the Beta Promotion Centre

Skiddle

In this week’s update, we’ll be informing you of the latest news whilst sharing some of our various different department’s performance statistics from the first quarter of the 2022/23 financial year whilst – including Account Management, Business Development, Marketing and Content. We’ll also be covering the ongoing AB testing of our brand new group pages as well as looking at a game-changing new feature recently made available on the Skiddle Promotion Centre.

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Is it Time to Introduce a New Program or Service to Your Association?

StraussCA

Members of associations across all professions are finding it increasingly difficult to rationalize membership and return on investment in belonging to an organization. They want new services offered by associations to help provide them with the tools they need as a professional. Association leaders, such as boards of directors, agree with the membership, but what is required to expertly introduce a new service or program?

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Improving Academic Performance of Students with Video Content

CadmiumCD

Educators almost unanimously agree that academic videos improve student outcomes. Such dynamic content enables learners of all backgrounds to dig deeply into various subjects, enabling both flexibility and growth as students prepare for their future careers.

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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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ReedPop announces new “ReedPop ENGAGE” data platform, combining user data from websites and live events to offer unrivalled insights for commercial partners

Event Industry News

ReedPop, the world’s leading provider of pop-culture events and journalism, today debuts its next-generation audience targeting platform, ReedPop ENGAGE, offering in-depth user insights across the company’s entire community of digital and in-person customers. Built in partnership with Permutive’s privacy-forward infrastructure, ReedPop ENGAGE is a world-first audience platform which unites ReedPop’s unrivalled global reach in market-leading events and digital journalism.

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111 Fun and Simple Ice Breakers Questions for Virtual Meetings!

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Virtual meetings can be a great way to connect with colleagues, but they can also be difficult to get started if the participants don’t know each other well. That’s where simple icebreaker questions come in. They can help get the conversation started and make sure everyone is comfortable. In this article, we will discuss some […].

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Three Philadelphia Students Awarded Scholarships from ASM Global and the Pennsylvania Convention Center Authority

Exhibitor Magazine

PHILADELPHIA, PA  Three Philadelphia undergraduate students have been awarded scholarships from ASM Global, the global leader in venue and event st.

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How to Create Survey Online To Get Feedback in Virtual Meetings!

webMOBI

It is important to create a survey online in virtual meetings. Online surveys can be conducted quickly and easily without leaving the meeting, which can increase the accuracy of the data. Additionally, conducting online surveys in virtual meetings can help participants feel more connected to the research process, which can lead to better results. 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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Who's News for September 8, 2022

Special Events

Special Events business news

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100 Fun Open-Ended Questions To Ask In A Hybrid Meeting!

webMOBI

Organizations are turning to hybrid meetings as an effective way to engage employees. When done well, these meetings can be both productive and enjoyable. To maximize engagement, however, it is important to ask open-ended questions that allow employees to share their thoughts and ideas. This type of questioning encourages discussion and fosters a sense of […].

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Events Industry Council Announces Recipients of 2022 Global Awards

Exhibitor Magazine

The Events Industry Council (EIC), the global voice of the business events industry, has today announced the Recipients of its annual Global Awards, w.

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10 Funny Christmas Party Themes for a Laid-Back Celebration

Tagvenue

Let’s face it, a Christmas party is one of the most fun events of the … 10 Funny Christmas Party Themes for a Laid-Back Celebration Continue reading ».

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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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Nimlok Minnesota Rebrands as Nimlok North

Exhibitor Magazine

WOODRIDGE, IL  Nimlok, a division of Orbus Exhibit and Display Group, is proud to announce that one of its key distributors in the Midwest, Nimlok.

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Opus Agency to Speak at PCMA’s Convening EMEA

Opus Agency

Join Kim Kopetz and Dena Lowery (in person or online) as they share the playbook for high-potential partnerships.

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10 Smart Strategies For Planning Sustainable Events

Endless Events

Sustainability is a hot-button issue for consumers around the globe. There was a 71% increase in online searches for sustainable goods — plus, public concern for the environment has grown by 16% since 2017. And no, this isn’t a trend that’s exclusive to consumer goods. Fifty-nine percent of event planners say environmental responsibility impacts their event plans.

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Quantum Computing in Business: Risk or Reward?

Management Events

As a rapidly growing market, McKinsey & Partners estimate that quantum computing will have a global market value of USD 1 trillion by 2035. In fact, more business leaders are considering the use of quantum computing, with 81% of senior executives expecting it to impact their industry , according to EY’s Quantum Readiness Survey. Almost half also believe that quantum technology will start to transform industries as early as 2025.

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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.