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Why Customer Support Should Be Your #1 Event Tech Feature

Endless Events

When we talk about the most popular event platform features , we typically think of registration and ticketing , integrations, gamification, and analytics reporting, for example. But what good are any of those if event planners are not taught how to use them or if they stop working mid-event? Will and Brandt think that the #1 event tech feature should therefore be customer support.

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Shop Local: Create and Sustain a Night on the Town

Picatic by Eventbrite

In an increasingly electronically connected world, actual live, interpersonal connections can seem rarer than ever. Yet people crave and need flesh-and-blood connections for emotional happiness, which means events that can bring your community together can have an outsized impact. Supporting local businesses with downtown event ideas centered around shopping locally can be a great way […].

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The Tricky Dilemma of Excluding Russian Participation From Events

EventMB

While the event industry’s reaction to the crisis in Ukraine has varied — ranging from statements of support to direct offers of employment for those affected — few global events have triggered this level of solidarity. Meanwhile, figuring out how and who to exclude in terms of Russian participation from events is proving difficult. [emb_content_sidebar […].

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List of association management companies in US (with expertise in Virtual & Hybrid Events)

Hubilo Blog

Since the onset of COVID 19, associations that relied on conventional growth strategies and member benefits had to overhaul their plans. That’s when the value of association management companies (AMCs) increased manifold. Top AMCs provide you with access to a very wide network that can help you create new programs, explore new ways of generating revenue, and boost operational efficiency.

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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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Event Contract Negotiations in 2022 Are a Whole New Game

EventMB

Crafting the right attrition and cancellation clauses in event contracts is more important than ever. Despite continued uncertainty, planners can no longer count on the low rates and flexibility hotels offered at the height of the pandemic. Contract experts share their advice on how best to negotiate in the current climate. Being a smart negotiator […].

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Architect Model of Third-Party Planning

SmartMeetings

Pay-for-services rendered may be new normal. When time is short and the to-do list is long, the solution is often to bring in an expert contractor to help with everything from sourcing of space and technology solutions to meeting design and management. To find the right partner, many corporate meeting professionals historically send the project out to bid to see what interesting ideas came back.

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And the Nominees Are. 

Special Events

Let’s give a round of applause to this year’s Gala Award nominees!

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Diversified Communications announces initiative to support the people of Ukraine

Event Industry News

Event organiser and trade publisher Diversified Communications have today announced that they will be setting up a Donation Page to raise funds for the people of Ukraine, who have been impacted by the crisis currently unfolding. All donations raised, will be sent to the Disasters Emergency Committee – DEC Ukraine Appeal, who will distribute the donations to 15 leading charities involved in the humanitarian efforts in Ukraine.

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BenQ Ensures Ultra Simple Meetings With Latest InstaShow Wireless Presentation System

Exhibitor Magazine

COSTA MESA, Calif.  BenQ, an internationally renowned provider of visual display solutions, is ensuring meeting participants can present a wealth of.

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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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Incubator programme set to shape and innovate the events sector opens for submissions

Event Industry News

Manchester Central, one of the UK’s largest event venues, has opened up its incubator programme for submissions as part of its ambition to drive change and innovate within the sector. The venue’s ‘Incubator by Manchester Central’ programme will allow organisations and businesses of all sizes and sectors to submit their plans to bring a new event concept to life.

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Pennsylvania Convention Center Encourages Business Opportunities for MWDBEs

Exhibitor Magazine

PHILADELPHIA  On Wednesday, March 2, 2022, the Pennsylvania Convention Center hosted 'Doing Business with the Pennsylvania Convention Center: Diverse.

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SISO to support Event Tech Live in Las Vegas and London

Event Industry News

The Society of Independent Show Organizers (SISO) is supporting the inaugural Event Tech Live (ETL) Vegas and with ETL London – taking the shows’ message across its network. Since 1990 SISO has been a forum for networking, education and best practice in the industry. Today, the society has more than 200 corporate members – businesses that own or manage trade and consumer shows, expos, conferences and other events around the globe.

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Exhibit Space Sales for Process Expo 2023 Now Open

Exhibitor Magazine

Process Expo is accepting booth space applications from all interested exhibitors. brbr Process Expo is the meeting place for industry professi.

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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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Lauren Gough of Wildfire Experience Agency has won a AAA 30 under 30 class of 2021 award.

Prestige Events Magazine

Wildfire Experience Agency are delighted to announce that our very own Lauren Gough has won an award and landed herself a spot as one of the AAA 30 under 30 class of 2021. Becoming a member of the AAA 30 under 30 goes much further than just the ceremony; as an accepted alumnus of the scheme, she will take on the responsibility of being a key influencer, and ambassador for pertinent issues within the events community.

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Hall Technologies Adds Austin Benke as Western Regional Sales Manager

Exhibitor Magazine

Dallas, TX  Pro AV manufacturer, Hall Technologies, is growing again with the addition of a young AV Pro, Austin Benke, as Western Regional Sales Ma.

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Tracking Adults and Children Guest Counts

Caterease

The post Tracking Adults and Children Guest Counts appeared first on Caterease.

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Show Organizers Announce that Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination and Face Coverings Will Not Be Required to Attend Vision Expo East, March 31-April 3, 2022

Exhibitor Magazine

Alexandria, VA  The Vision Council and RX, co-organizers of Vision Expo, today share that, in accordance with New York State and New York City guid.

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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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What is a virtual shareholder meeting?

Lumi Global

Since the pandemic, many organizations have had to adapt and find a way to deliver their AGM completely virtually, allowing their shareholders to participate and vote online. There can be a misconception that digitalizing your meeting restricts options and can be harmful for engagement and participation.

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Opus Agency - Untitled Article

Opus Agency

Insights and advice from four of Opus Agency's leaders.

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How to Generate Event Success in a Changing World

Smart Meetings

Editor’s note : This guest article is excerpted from the book, Event Success: Maximizing the Business Impact of In-Person, Virtual, and Hybrid Experiences by Alon Alroy, Eran Ben-Shushan and Boaz Katz, which will be published by Wiley March 29. Events are ultimately about community building—a gathering of people around a shared goal, idea, market vertical, story or vision.

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Hospitality Labor Still in a Bind; Industry Seeks Help

MeetingsNet

With no more worker visas available until October, the U.S. Travel Association meets on March 8 with the U.S. Commerce Department to discuss lifting the cap plus other potential changes to boost the travel and hospitality sector. A dilemma is unfolding in the hospitality sector around the number of service employees that need to return from the Covid pandemic’s downsizing and the quality of service that business groups and others can expect in the coming months.

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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.