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FEBRUARY 6, 2019
Community event planning is a complex challenge. You’re juggling multiple events, all with a limited budget and a small team. But it’s hard not to love a job with so many returns — not only for you, but for your community as a whole. Your community deserves the best — and you can give it to […]. The post 7 Tips for Hassle-Free Community Event Planning appeared first on Eventbrite US Blog.
Gallus Events
FEBRUARY 6, 2019
I’ve had a few event organisers get in touch with me following the post last year about how an organisation can make the most of a hackathon. One of the questions I was asked was “what happens after a hackathon as it seems very different from other types of events?” This is a brilliant question and kind of gets to the heart of the whole idea behind a hackahton.
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Endless Events
FEBRUARY 6, 2019
This Whiteboard Wednesday is all about the *?#! AV people say. If you’ve happened to catch our #EventIcons S**t Event Planners Say, then you know you are in for a treat! Brandt Krueger of Event Technology Consulting will be walking us through commonly heard s**t AV people say, as well as why they say it. This should help anyone who has heard these phrases before understand the reasoning behind them (and grab a few laughs along the way)!
Expo Pass
FEBRUARY 6, 2019
(3 Minute Read). Is It Time to Update Your Agenda Design? If you’re beginning to question if it’s time to update your agenda design, the chances are that time is already here. Even if your graphic designer might be responsible for the final creation, your input and guidance can be paramount to a well-crated and dynamic agenda. While technologies like event apps are helping to streamline the dissemination of event content, the standard PDF document will continue to have its place in the modern ev
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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.
Tito Blog | An Event Blog for Organisers
FEBRUARY 6, 2019
As the penultimate speaker at Admission , we were very grateful to hear from the Global Strategist for Developer Outreach at Mozilla , Sandra Persing. In her talk "How to Do Developer Conferences Right" Sandra shares the (double-and triple-checked) data that helps Mozilla keep developer audiences engaged and helps her team to create memorable, practical events for their community.
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Smart Meetings
FEBRUARY 6, 2019
Social media’s presence grows by the day, and Instagram has become most notable for its destination pictures, thereby increasing the popularity of several locations. Many users post destination photos with hashtags stating the name of the location. This gives users a chance to influence people inside and outside their social media bubble into planning their next trip to that location.
Event Industry News
FEBRUARY 6, 2019
A presentation by Jane Kwett, event marketing lead at Patreon on how she has gone from strength to strength building communities in this role, and in a previous tenure at Yelp. This talk was first seen at Admission: The Stories Behind Great Events hosted by event software company, Tito. Do you want to learn from the best and brightest in the event industry this year?
PCMA Convene
FEBRUARY 6, 2019
Fast Company. There are plenty of times when you need to focus and get things done, but there are also times when a bit of “wasted” time can be the best possible use of time. ( Fast Company ). Read More.
Townscript
FEBRUARY 6, 2019
The 4 most common event planning mistakes and how to avoid them. An event organizer is remembered by the experience he provides to his attendees. In the events industry, there. Read More. The post 4 Common Event Planning Mistakes to avoid appeared first on Townscript 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
ePly
FEBRUARY 6, 2019
We’re willing to bet that you’ve noticed a difference in driving event attendance over the last few years. Online event registration systems, social media, and other advances in technology have really changed the game! When used wisely, these platforms can also give you a big leg up in the event space. Using a robust online registration solution, modern event website, and personalized event app can all make a huge difference in driving and engaging attendees - especially when they work together!
Eventsforce
FEBRUARY 6, 2019
Imagine you get a text message from one of your team members. It consists of two characters, a smiley face and a thumbs up. They’ve sent it after you asked them about the state of negotiations with a hotel venue for your next event. And as such, the message would be viewed in a positive light. But not everyone will be delighted with an emoji report.
The Expo Group
FEBRUARY 6, 2019
Welcome to the February 2019 edition of the Exposure Podcast from The Expo Group produced and hosted by Dana Freker Doody and Todd Carruth. This month, we visit with our VP of Sales Development Shannon McDaniel (starts at 9:02) about our new event technology platform ExpoSuite. Dana shares some tips from our new Invisible Exhibitor Study plus another a “mindful moment” with Todd.
PCMA Convene
FEBRUARY 6, 2019
Members of PCMA’s 20 in Their Twenties class of 2019 see a bright future for the business events industry, a future to which they plan to contribute. Gita Pun shares her impressions of and expectations for the industry. What do you like most about your job? I love working closely with the organizing team to create the best experiences for attendees.
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Unique Venues
FEBRUARY 6, 2019
Cultivating a Culture of Extraordinary Customer Service. Copyright © 2019 by Dr. Michael S. Brown. Director of Sales & Marketing, Conference & Event Services, Bowling Green State University. Founder, Chief Consultant & Lead Coach, DMB Coaching. For most companies and organizations, the subconscious perception is that customer service is an optional add-on to consider once the more important and pressing details are accomplished.
PCMA Convene
FEBRUARY 6, 2019
Your colleagues are on the move, find out who is going where. Rebecca Ramsey. Visit Baltimore has appointed Rebecca Ramsey as its new regional director of sales for the Midwest region. She will assist in the booking of convention sales business for the City of Baltimore. Ramsey will focus on generating new citywide business opportunities and optimizing existing business for Baltimore.
Cvent: Event Marketing
FEBRUARY 6, 2019
Have you heard the saying “no two people pay the same price for an airline ticket”? You could also say something similar about meeting and event planners: “no two planners are paid the same salary,” even though their job descriptions and duties might be exactly the same. Yet salary is not a topic people talk about freely–even though they probably should.
PCMA Convene
FEBRUARY 6, 2019
reuters.com. BestCities’ recent report, “Universal Accessibility in Meetings,” provides real-life examples of events — like the True Colours Festival — that promote inclusivity for delegates with disabilities. ( pcma ). Read More.
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G2Planet
FEBRUARY 6, 2019
Brand lift (or change in brand opinion) and Net Promoter Score (NPS) (from survey data): compare your brand perceptions among attendees before and after the event to determine NPS, the change or “lift” provided by the engagement.
PCMA Convene
FEBRUARY 6, 2019
TSNN. Full-service sourcing, housing, and event management company Connections Housing has acquired Par Avion, a full-service convention housing and travel company. ( TSNN ). Read More.
All Seated
FEBRUARY 6, 2019
Wondering how to be a savvy shopper for technology? Join Karen Gordon, VP of Growth at Goodshuffle Pro, while she teaches you how to search for the best tech solutions, sift past the garbage options, and ask salespeople the tough questions before making any changes. Don’t risk picking a terrible technology solution and getting too invested to change later down the line!
PCMA Convene
FEBRUARY 6, 2019
usnews.com. U.S. News ranked 3,877 top properties in the United States for 2019. These are the best 50. ( U.S. New & World Report ). Read More.
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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.
Attendease
FEBRUARY 6, 2019
Watching an event unfold successfully is a bit like taking in the performance of a world-class ballet or an elite-level gymnast. They make it look so easy that all you see is the polished final product – not the hours upon hours of practice that went into pulling off the illusion of effortlessness. Managers in charge of national and regional events know that it takes blood, sweat and tears to get an event to go off without a hitch.
PCMA Convene
FEBRUARY 6, 2019
Footwear News. Magic is making a major move to bolster its powerful position in the trade show world. ( Footwear News ). Read More.
Bizzabo
FEBRUARY 6, 2019
Save time, work more efficiently, own your events. While event hacks might be a stretch, these time-saving event tips will help cut out the noise and focus on your main objectives. Let's be honest, event planning is a stressful job. At any given time there are a number of jobs that need to get done and it can seem like every deadline comes right down to the wire.
PCMA Convene
FEBRUARY 6, 2019
usatoday.com. Good news, road warriors: You can now rent your own, private office at the airport. ( USA Today ). Read More.
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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.
Eventbrite UK
FEBRUARY 6, 2019
Whether you’re in love, looking for love or happily single, you shouldn’t miss the chance to celebrate love this Valentine’s Day. It’s not all about speed dating and candlelit dinners; there are some great alternative ways to spend February 14. Taking place up and down the country, you will find events for lovers of everything […]. The post Valentine’s Day Events Across the UK: Something for Everyone appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.
PCMA Convene
FEBRUARY 6, 2019
The State of the Union address may have reinforced the “America First” agenda for the Trump Administration, but the state of the travel industry seems to be putting the country closer to last place for visitors from outside the U.S. A report from Tourism Economics reveals that, while international travel increased by six percent in 2018, the U.S. saw a fraction of that growth.
Smart Meetings
FEBRUARY 6, 2019
Lani Baird Baird is the new director of sales and marketing at Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort in California. Prior to joining Hilton Santa Barbara, she served as executive director of sales at Valley Forge Resort in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania, since it opened in 2012. Baird has held various sales and operational roles in her career at places such as GF Management, Warwick Hotel, Growth Properties and Korman Communities.
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