Guidebook

OCTOBER 23, 2018

Smartphone technology has opened the doors to a lot of previously undiscovered, sometimes bizarre human behaviors. Checking in, which is the process of announcing and recording your physical location using a smartphone app, is one of them. When the app Foursquare first took off, people checked in everywhere (including me!). I held brief and hotly contested “Mayorships” of key locations — the corner store, my workplace, literally every restaurant I went to, etc. — and it mattered to m

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Eventbrite UK

OCTOBER 23, 2018

Conference-goers are willing to travel far and wide for the right speaker lineup. But finding and securing conference speakers isn’t always easy. Securing speakers is a lengthy process. It takes time and patience to build a relationship with candidates and get their commitment. But there are steps you can take to lay the groundwork for […]. The post Your Conference Speaker Outreach Checklist appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.

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EventMB

OCTOBER 23, 2018

It’s all about the experience these days: attendee experience, speaker experience, user experience, and especially experiential marketing. Experiences create connections and connections bring people back, making your event super successful. In this article, we’ll dive deep into what experiential marketing is, how to best use brand activations for greatest effect, ways to incorporate activations […].

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GEVME

OCTOBER 23, 2018

Choosing a venue for an event is one of the key decisions when planning an event. The main thing is to have a variety of venues to choose from. Before you begin to search for a venue, you need to clearly define the following: the budget, the number of visitors, needed event space capacity , and other venue options. How to set event capacity. For effective event venue capacity calculation, there are three factors that may influence the result: The number of guests.

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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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BizBash

OCTOBER 23, 2018

Intricately carved pumpkins may be nothing new, but an inaugural festival in Calabasas has a distinctly Los Angeles twist—more than.

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BizBash

OCTOBER 23, 2018

While traditional corporate holiday parties filled with decadent food and free-flowing booze will never go out of style, more and.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 23, 2018

The business events and meetings industry drives $1.03 trillion of direct spending into the global economy each year, according to the preliminary findings of a new report from Oxford Economics released at IMEX America in Las Vegas. The report, Global Economic Significance of Business Events , contrasts the total to a similar economic footprint for the entire consumer electronics industry.

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BizBash

OCTOBER 23, 2018

Instead of hosting an end-of-the-year blowout party, kick off the new year with an event that's filled with light bites.

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Eventory

OCTOBER 23, 2018

The generation of Millennials is contributing to the changes of approach to many fields of everyday life. The same applies to the marketing industry. Given the fact that every generation has its own specifics, marketers around the world struggle to make their actions the most efficient while dealing with Millennials. From many marketing options, experiential marketing seems to upfront others.

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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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BizBash

OCTOBER 23, 2018

From guided meditation sessions to food donations to paper straws, here are some ways to help others and help save the.

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EventBank Insights

OCTOBER 23, 2018

[link] Professional events today continue to be the best tool for bringing people together to build solid relationships. Whether you are using events to drive sales, to build a brand or as a way to generate revenue, a successful, interactive and engaging event experience are important factors for event organizers.Marketeers and event directors have been utilizing event technology and different methods of event engagement, be it a drinks reception, a variety of entertainments, live music and what

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Event Industry News

OCTOBER 23, 2018

The NAEC Stoneleigh has today announced a new partnership with Evolution Dome to become the official temporary structure supplier to the venue. NAEC Stoneleigh is a popular conference, exhibition and event venue in the Midlands, hosting nearly 200 events per annum, with 21,000sqm of purpose-built flexible indoor space and extensive outdoor space including, Stoneleigh Park Lodge a 57-bedroom guest house, a camp site, 4×4 off road track makes it a perfect venue for national and international

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 23, 2018

Event management software company Aventri has acquired ITN International , an innovator in mobile and cloud-based technology and near-field technology (NFC) that allows two electronic devices to communicate with one another. This latest takeover for the company formerly known as Etouches expands the firm’s reach at conferences and trade shows. The acquisition of ITN will bring the total number of Aventri employees to more than 375, and add five new global locations in North America, the United K

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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.

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BizBash

OCTOBER 23, 2018

Ditch the usual venue for your holiday party and plan a corporate retreat this upcoming season. Here are some ideas.

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Event Industry News

OCTOBER 23, 2018

REM has promoted Lily Brimble, after three and a half years with the company, to the role of Senior Project Manager, October 2018. Lily began as an intern with REM in 2014, then her love of live events saw her join REM as a permanent team member in 2015, having successfully completing her Business Management and Marketing degree at UWE Bristol. Managing director Ben Hardy comments: “Lily has been a great asset to our team since joining and we’re delighted that she will add to REM’s future offeri

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Caterease

OCTOBER 23, 2018

Are you tired of typical wedding catered meals? Looking for something a little different than the others? Is your wedding in an area that has a limited amount of caterers with a few caterers offering the same options? As you read through this article of 9 unconventional wedding catering ideas we have cooked up for. The post 9 Unconventional Wedding Catering Ideas appeared first on Caterease.

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Bizzabo

OCTOBER 23, 2018

Learn how to drive registrations and attract the right kind of people to your conference with this guide to event ticket types. Every conference organizer strives to achieve sold-out status on their event. By strategically setting up different ticket types for their events, event marketers can exert more control over when and how many people register.

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Event Industry News

OCTOBER 23, 2018

Deezer, the world’s most personal music streaming service, is enhancing the music experience for concert goers through a partnership with the SSE Hydro Glasgow, providing millions of visitors with even more entertainment before and after a performance. The SSE Hydro is the largest purpose-built entertainment venue in Scotland and ranks as a Top 10 global venue.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 23, 2018

Lin-Manuel Miranda; photo credit: Julienne Schaer . Broadway actor and director Lin-Manuel Miranda did not throw away his shot to be part of a major tourism announcement involving his two homes—New York City and Puerto Rico. The two CVBs, NYC & Company and Discover Puerto Rico, have joined hands for an inaugural yearlong city-to-island marketing campaign.

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Connect Your Meetings

OCTOBER 23, 2018

Register for “Is Your Head in the Cloud?” In today’s connected world, it’s hard to imagine a time when access to the internet wasn’t within the palm of everyone’s hand. From registration through on-site interactivity, we are all connected to the cloud. From registration through on-site interactivity, we are all connected to the cloud.

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MeetingsNet

OCTOBER 23, 2018

Benchmarking your organization’s meetings and events program against best-practices. Sponsored by: From an analysis of more than 10,000 events, Cvent has defined four phases of event management maturity. Benchmark your event program’s current state, and create a roadmap to elevate your event management practices from good, to great, to world-class. Regardless of the current level of your Meetings & Events program, this eBook gives your organization practical, actionable tips to take it to th

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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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a2z Innovation Insider

OCTOBER 23, 2018

Meet Bridgid Myers, Project Manager with a2z, in our ‘Meet the Team’ series. Click to view slideshow. Q: How would you describe yourself? A: I would describe myself as a team player who is always willing to jump in and help. I am an extroverted introvert; I love working with and getting to know all types of people, but I also enjoy sitting back and just observing the room.

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MeetingsNet

OCTOBER 23, 2018

Benchmarking your organization’s meetings and events program against best-practices. Sponsored by: From an analysis of more than 10,000 events, Cvent has defined four phases of event management maturity. Benchmark your event program’s current state, and create a roadmap to elevate your event management practices from good, to great, to world-class. Regardless of the current level of your Meetings & Events program, this eBook gives your organization practical, actionable tips to take it to th

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 23, 2018

Rising hotel and airline costs , along with increasing demand for more and longer meetings is pressuring planners to make critical choices to stay in strict budgets, according to a new study by American Express Meetings & Events. The 2019 Global Meetings and Events Forecast survey found that North American planners anticipate per-attendee costs ranging between $1,200 and $1,700, depending on meeting type.

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G2Planet

OCTOBER 23, 2018

What's the most effective way for event professionals to keep up with trends and learn new information: blogs or podcasts?

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Cvent: Event Marketing

OCTOBER 23, 2018

The Cvent platform is evolving to better meet the needs of our clients. The Cvent team has been hard at work on Project Flex, and it’s no exaggeration to say we’re incredibly excited for General Availability in October. With Flex on the horizon, we’re not forgetting the foundation our platform is built on. Our free webinar will walk you through insider tips and tricks for maximizing your usage of the Cvent platform.

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G2Planet

OCTOBER 23, 2018

We've been interviewing expert event professionals in our industry, and sharing their insights, advice, and unique experiences. This week we spoke with Pat Ahaesy , who has over 25 years of experience planning and implementing corporate and non-profit conferences and special events.

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All Seated

OCTOBER 23, 2018

Understanding the power of efficiency will help you to streamline processes, and do more with less. Let’s take a deeper look at the power of efficiency and how it can help your business! Efficiency To Free Up Resources. Efficiency within your business processes and operations can allow a company to accomplish much more, in less time. Saving time not only saves money but helps to create more opportunity for working on tasks and ventures that were previously tossed to the wayside.

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