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Why It Still Pays to Host Virtual Events in 2021

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In 2020, virtual events became a necessity. COVID-19 resulted in lockdowns, closures, and strict social distancing requirements, quickly halting all in-person events. Event organizers had to adapt quickly to reimagine their events in a safe virtual space. Fortunately, virtual platforms have allowed events to continue despite lockdowns. In 2021, people who are growing weary of […].

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KB Event’s new EU arm set to keep tours rolling

Event Industry News

In the world we’re inching our way back to there are few superfluous elements in the rock ‘n’ roll supply chain and the trucks that ferry the hardware are indispensable. Behind lockdown and the event industry’s coiled spring, waiting for the flag to drop, Brexit has kept cultivating its chaos post-Johnson’s ‘deal’. While the PM fought noisily for fishing rights, which chimed neatly with his ‘taking back our borders’ mantra, keeping live music on the road – and UK companies deliver a whacking 85

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Deep Dive: 3 Events In 2020 That Proved Virtual Is Glorious

Endless Events

After what seemed like a decade, 2020 is finally behind us. Saying that it was a tough time is an understatement. And we’re willing to bet you’re sick and tired of hearing just how much it sucked. Yup, COVID. Oh yeah, that sure ruined a lot of stuff! No, the industry was definitely not expecting it. Can we talk about literally anything else, please?

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How Much Do Wedding Planners Make? 7 Factors That Impact Salary

Social Tables

Skip to content Menu Solutions Interactive Floor Plans Collaborative event sales software that increases qualified leads and drives direct revenue. Event Diagramming Collaborative event management software that saves time, boosts revenue and drives loyalty. NEW Sales & Catering CRM Seamlessly manage and optimize group sales performance across your entire portfolio.

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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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Case Study – UAKON 2020

e2m.live

The Challenge. Urological Association of Kerala (UAK) was formed in 1983 to promote high standards in the practice and education of Urology in Kerala. The association is also known for organizing various charitable activities. UAK organizes UAKON, an annual conference every year to improve the standard of clinical practice and to promote research activities in Urology.

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Tina and Kevin’s Intimate Winter Wedding at the Estates of Sunnybrook

EventSource

Tina and Kevin’s wedding at the Estates of Sunnybrook – a venue which has since been closed – is as sophisticated as could be! The couple worked with the brilliant team at SS Wedding & Event who were able to incorporate the couple’s elegant and whimsical style throughout the day, elevating it to a whole other level of traditional glamour.

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Pixl Evolution becomes member of the AV Alliance

Event Industry News

Pixl Evolution , one of the UK’s leading event technology and xR specialists, has joined the AV Alliance, the global network of premium audio visual and event production companies that are dedicated to the delivery of technical excellence, service and support within the live event and entertainment world. “The AV Alliance has long been considered a formidable partnership of the best technical suppliers to the live events industry,” says Pixl Commercial Director and Co-Founder Guy Vellacott.

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How to Fully Utilize Data for Improved Customer Experience

Management Events

Every great business recognizes the importance of customer experience (CX) – a critical strategy in engaging and retaining customers to your brand. With the e-commerce landscape booming amidst impacts from COVID-19 , it’s apparent that CX has transcended through both digital and physical sales channels, and is a key competitive differentiator for brands.

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Covid: Download Festival cancelled for second year

Event Industry News

This year’s Download Festival has been cancelled due to the Covid-19 pandemic, organisers have confirmed. The rock and metal event had been due to take place from 4 to 6 June, headlined by Kiss, Biffy Clyro and System of a Down. Festival bosses said they had concluded it was “not possible” to make the event happen. Ticket holders have been told they can retain their spots for next year or receive a refund.

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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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Case Study – UAKON 2020

e2m.live

The Challenge. Urological Association of Kerala (UAK) was formed in 1983 to promote high standards in the practice and education of Urology in Kerala. The association is also known for organizing various charitable activities. UAK organizes UAKON, an annual conference every year to improve the standard of clinical practice and to promote research activities in Urology.

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Musicians join call for government-backed live event cover

Event Industry News

A host of musical performers have lent their voices to the call for the UK government to underwrite cancellation costs of live events such as music festivals. The acts, which include Jools Holland, The Chemical Brothers, Depeche Mode, Johnny Marr, Sir Cliff Richard, Robert Plant, Roger Daltrey, Amy McDonald, Frank Turner and Judas Priest, say that the move will help restart the live entertainment industry this summer.

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Guest Blog: How to Increase Sponsor ROI at Today’s Virtual Events

Attendify

Online, or virtual events have become more popular than ever since the world went into lockdown last year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and in 2021, they’re set to become even bigger. Most virtual events, especially those which are monetized, need sponsors in order to reach their maximum potential. In fact, 91% of large-scale event organizers seek out sponsors.

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Chatbots and Messenger Marketing: The Recipe for Success You Didn’t Know You Needed

All Seated

As business owners strive to work smarter, we’ve seen automation become a priority for many event professionals seeking more efficiency in their companies. Messaging apps are no exception, particularly as their usership grows at a faster rate than social media apps. In this session, Henry will shed light on the concept of chat marketing and explore the key strategies for enhancing the customer experience through automation without losing sight of the all-important personal touch.

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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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UK’s Staggered Reopening Plan Presents Big Risks to Events

Skift

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How a Saas Product Spinoff is Going to Disrupt the Virtual Event Industry Ep. ?7?

All Seated

With over 20 years of experience in the international event industry, Sandy Hammer is the co-founder and CMO of Allseated, an award-winning event technology platform with the goal to revolutionize and digitize the event planning process. The post How a Saas Product Spinoff is Going to Disrupt the Virtual Event Industry Ep. ?7? appeared first on AllSeated.

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Engaging A Remote Audience

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5 Web Design Tips to Inspire More Event Registrations

Regpack

Whenever your nonprofit plans an important event, your attendance list will ideally be pretty long. But sometimes planning and marketing an event—especially during a time when virtual events are a necessity—can be a challenge, especially if your registration process isn’t completely streamlined. Many organizations might not think about how their website factors into event registration, but the way you present your nonprofit and its activities online actually has a huge impact on the number of re

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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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How To Design A Wedding Floorplan With Seating Style Ideas

All Seated

Designing a wedding layout and figuring out how to arrange the seating chart within the floorplan are both focal points in the wedding planning process. To organize these wedding planning tasks and simplify the process while also gaining insight into layout ideas, follow these helpful tips to easily design a wedding floorplan and seating chart. Utilize Allseated.

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Smart Group appoints Chloe Jackson as managing director

Event Industry News

As the events industry begins to blossom following the announcement of the government’s latest road map, Smart Group are delighted to announce the appointment of their new managing director, an internal promotion of Chloe Jackson (nee Martin). Jackson steps into the role with immediate effect having begun her journey with the Group almost seven years ago, joining Moving Venue as senior events manager shortly before Smart Group acquired the brand.