Picatic by Eventbrite
MARCH 17, 2020
Do the words “online event” make you think of lengthy webinars or live streaming business conferences? You’re in the majority. But 2020 is changing the game when it comes to hosting events virtually. Around the world, resourceful event professionals are getting creative in how they’re using livestreaming to broaden their reach, and they’re not always […].
Attendease
MARCH 17, 2020
While the number of confirmed cases of the COVID-19 is increasing by the day, event producers around the globe are faced with the tough decision whether or not to proceed with their in-person events, to cancel it, or to shift the event into an online or virtual event. While shifting in-person events online may not be how you envisioned your event, it is a great way to keep the event happening and keep people connected.
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Picatic by Eventbrite
MARCH 17, 2020
COVID-19 (Coronavirus) is disrupting the live event industry. Many event creators, promoters, and venue owners like yourself are concerned about the future. Which is why we wanted those of you in the United States to know that there may be some much-needed assistance. The U.S. Small Business Association (SBA) Economic Injury Disaster Loan assistance offers […].
EventMB
MARCH 17, 2020
Governments across the world are implementing varying degrees of restrictions on both travel and daily life, with many later to the game than others. What should planners expect as we look towards the coronavirus event horizon? Event planners across the world are struggling with the issue of whether to cancel or postpone upcoming events. […]. The post Should You Still Be Planning Events for This Summer?
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Picatic by Eventbrite
MARCH 17, 2020
Along with event creators all over the world, we’ve been monitoring the COVID-19 situation as it evolves. It’s a very complex and emotional process and our priority remains the health and well- being of you, your staff and your attendees. To make sure your funds are available in the event you need to issue refunds […].
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Event Industry News
MARCH 17, 2020
In this special edition of the Event Industry News podcast, Matt Rakowski from DBpixelhouse joined editor, Adam Parry, to discuss the petition for the government to offer more economic support to the event industry. Created less than a week ago, the petition has gained huge traction, attracting over 111,000 signatures so far. Having created the petition and written a series of letters to government officials, Matt discussed exactly what he wants the petition to achieve and who should benefit.
Eventbrite UK
MARCH 17, 2020
This is a guest post from Emily Wiseheart, Content Manager for Constant Contact. Events aren’t always attended in person. In this day and age, many events are attended from a living room, or anywhere in the world – as long as there’s an internet connection. The best part? Online-only, or “virtual events”, give you the […]. The post How to Get Your Online Event Off to a Great Start appeared first on Eventbrite UK.
Endless Events
MARCH 17, 2020
Have you heard about the Sustainable Event Awards? It’s probably old news to you that sustainability is a topic we love discussing. Because we’ve covered it several times here at Endless! And today we’ll be dabbling on it again but in a more exciting way. It’s not just about how to plan sustainable events. But rather, how to push the trend forward and make sure everyone jumps on the bandwagon.
Eventbrite UK
MARCH 17, 2020
The global coronavirus pandemic is having a huge impact on the live events industry. This disruption is something that many event creators worldwide are currently navigating. Our goal is to share best practices from around the world as our community faces this unprecedented time. Instead of cancelling an event, more and more organisers are deciding […].
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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
BizBash
MARCH 17, 2020
HBO kicked off the sci-fi drama's new season with a design-forward bash in Los Angeles.
SmartMeetings
MARCH 17, 2020
A group sales director shares secrets for getting what you want. It’s 8:30 a.m., and conference attendees are enjoying breakfast in airy prefunction space outside a ballroom. In the basement of that same hotel, a sales manager sips her coffee anxiously, waiting to begin the Daily Business Review. In her world, it’s known as the DBR. She is going to be met head-on by the revenue manager, the food and beverage director, and possibly even her colleagues in group sales.
Skift
MARCH 17, 2020
Skift Take: The meetings, incentives, conferences, and exhibitions (MICE) industry in Thailand is stronger now than ever before and is expected to continue growing. Today, Bangkok is one of Asia’s most exciting cities and a major business hub for the region, especially after hosting the ASEAN summit in 2019. — Read the Complete Story On Skift.
InitLive
MARCH 17, 2020
As the world braces for the impact of a global pandemic, the events industry has been dramatically impacted. So in a time of government-sanctioned restrictions on public gathers, how can you best handle postponing your event to a later date? This is a question facing thousand of events globally. So we have put together a quick guide to help you gracefully postpone your event to a future date.
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Event Industry News
MARCH 17, 2020
Jane Longhurst, chief executive of the Meetings Industry Association (mia), said: “Following the devastating effects of the Prime Minister’s speech yesterday and the reaction from our members, our sector was forced into making crisis and damaging decisions today such as reductions of staff, services and closures. “We are grateful that the Chancellor has recognised and is finally listening to our industry’s challenges – in particular, in response to our request to provide short-term rate relief f
atEvent
MARCH 17, 2020
They say necessity is the mother of invention and as marketers, we have always felt that crises beget creativity. Here are some of our favorite examples of how event organizers, exhibitors, and demand generators have been turning lemons into lemonade this past week.
Event Industry News
MARCH 17, 2020
Trusted by some of the largest event organizers, Socio’s platform truly powers event success. With attendee experience and engagement at the center of everything, Socio’s easy-to-use event app is flexible and has multiple sponsor revenue streams. Push notifications, gamification, live streaming, lead retrieval systems, and shake to connect features keep everyone connected – no developer needed.
Unique Venues
MARCH 17, 2020
Finding a venue for your retreat can be a challenge. You want an inspiring location, but you also want flexible meeting spaces, delicious culinary options, state-of-the-art technology, and extreme customer service. We’ve done all the research for you—check out our Top Picks for Retreats. Boulders Conference Center in Denison, Iowa is centrally located between Omaha, Sioux City and Des Moines.
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Event Industry News
MARCH 17, 2020
The conference and events facilities for the University of Leeds, MEETinLEEDS, is bolstering its team with the appointment of a brand-new conference sales assistant role within its sales and marketing department. The new addition will build on the university’s existing strengths in the conferencing industry and help to further position the university as a central asset both on a national and international scale.
Kennedy
MARCH 17, 2020
At Kennedy Creative Events and Kennedy DMC Austin , our team of event producers has been in the business of bringing people together for over 21 years. In light of unfolding news about COVID-19, we’re temporarily adjusting the scope of our efforts to fit the times we’re living in, and we’re wrapping our arms even tighter (virtually speaking, of course!
Event Industry News
MARCH 17, 2020
Prolight + Sound will not be held in 2020. On 12 th March, the Hessian Ministry for Social Affairs and Integration issued general decrees prohibiting large-scale events expected to attract more than 1,000 visitors. At the present time, it cannot be assumed that the current situation will have changed by the time the postponed event was to have been held.
Kennedy
MARCH 17, 2020
At Kennedy Creative Events and Kennedy DMC Austin , our team of event producers has been in the business of bringing people together for over 21 years. In light of unfolding news about COVID-19, we’re temporarily adjusting the scope of our efforts to fit the times we’re living in, and we’re wrapping our arms even tighter (virtually speaking, of course!
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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.
Event Industry News
MARCH 17, 2020
Times when setting up an event app takes all of your budget and resources belong to the past! LineUpr is the solution that makes creating an event app a breeze with a pricing (starting at 49 EUR/59 USD) that is unbeatable on the market. As a self-service platform there is no need for time-consuming communication to set things up. Simply sign up for a free account and create a ready to use app within minutes with our user-friendly LineUpr Manager.
Milestone Events Group
MARCH 17, 2020
—Milestone Events Group Reports Postponements But No Cancellations of 100+ Weddings On Their Books For 2020—. (Sonoma County, CALIF)—The $200+ million Sonoma County wedding marketplace has yet to be significantly impacted by the spread of the COVID-19 virus, according to Milestone Events Group, Sonoma County’s largest wedding venue marketer and wedding event planner.
Event Industry News
MARCH 17, 2020
Technology is revolutionising the events industry. Whether you are looking into big data, mobile usage, ticketing aggregators and fan engagement there are many technologies that are taking the industry by storm and evolving the event industry landscape. Central to all that we do remains the consumer, but technology has become a driving force pushing consumer expectations and creating the need for constant change.
Kennedy
MARCH 17, 2020
At Kennedy Creative Events and Kennedy DMC Austin , our team of event producers has been in the business of bringing people together for over 21 years. In light of unfolding news about COVID-19, we’re temporarily adjusting the scope of our efforts to fit the times we’re living in, and we’re wrapping our arms even tighter (virtually speaking, of course!
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Hubb
MARCH 17, 2020
-. While virtual events will never replace in person, our strategy at Hubb is to help event managers think long term about their solutions. We encourage hybrid planning by using tools that allow for in-person AND virtual in order to bulletproof their event strategy.
Eventsforce
MARCH 17, 2020
London, UK – 17th February 2020 – Eventsforce will be expanding its operations in the US, following its acquisition by Arizona-based Simpleview, the travel and tourism industry’s leading provider of CRM and marketing software. With new US offices in Denver, Colorado, the company will remain independent of other businesses within the Simpleview group.
G2Planet
MARCH 17, 2020
One of the first activities in planning an event —after setting the goals and creating an initial rough-cut budget—is choosing the venue.
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