Picatic by Eventbrite

JUNE 13, 2018

Planning an event is a long and arduous task that’s incredibly rewarding when finished. One of the main tasks that you need to prepare for is booking an event venue. It could be a conference, a meeting, or a corporate event. Finding the right venue for your event is a huge undertaking. That’s why we’ve […]. The post Ultimate Event Venue Checklist for Event Planners appeared first on Picatic Event Planning Blog.

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Velvet Chainsaw

JUNE 13, 2018

Does your event have a clear and inspiring purpose? (If you’re shaking your head yes, then what is it?). Now imagine someone asking your conference participants that question. How would they respond? I suspect they would say “ Yes, of course it has a purpose!” Then they would launch into a passionate description of your event’s annual Party with a Purpose, its pre-conference feel-good community service projects and its ongoing student scholarship fundraisers.

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EventMB

JUNE 13, 2018

The Anaheim Convention Center (ACC) in California is the largest exhibition facility on the West Coast of America and can accommodate all types of events, including mega trade shows, conferences and meetings. ACC North, the 2017 expansion to the complex, increased the venue footprint to 1.8 million square feet of function space. Here is our […].

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BizBash

JUNE 13, 2018

You never want an attendee to feel like just another face in a sea of people. The most impactful meetings.

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PCMA Convene

JUNE 13, 2018

“We’re living in a period of unprecedented change and unprecedented opportunity,” said venture capitalist Mary Meeker, as she unveiled her annual Internet Trends report at the technology event 2018 Code Conference, held May 29–31 in Rancho Palos Verdes, California. The scope of change was evident in the Code Conference’s expanded focus this year, which for the first time was not strictly for people who run tech companies, but also for those who run companies grappling with technological change

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Event Industry News

JUNE 13, 2018

Protec European Events were delighted to partner up with their client Xerox once again to deliver the audio, lighting, video and rigging at the Xerox Forum 2018 held in Warsaw, Poland. This event, held in the Doubletree Hilton from May 22nd – 24th, included three days of presentations and twenty-three seminar sessions with the highlight being the Xerox International Operations Premiere of the new Xerox IridesseTM Production Press.

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BizBash

JUNE 13, 2018

Power Ball, the annual fund-raiser for the Power Plant Contemporary Art Gallery, never fails to be a memorable gala in.

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PCMA Convene

JUNE 13, 2018

In the annual Convene Salary Survey, we asked readers a number of opened-ended questions, including “What do you like least about your job?” One is six responses included some aspect of working with others. But here’s a nice twist — when we asked what readers like best about their jobs, the most popular response, by far, was the people they work with and meet.

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TicketBud

JUNE 13, 2018

If you want an easy way to track the success of your online marketing efforts, look no further than referral links. Referral links are URLs with an additional tracking function that allows you to see tickets sold and revenue generated from people that viewed your ticket page via that URL. Furthermore, referral codes show you conversion rates for people who clicked on that URL and purchased tickets.

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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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Eventbrite UK

JUNE 13, 2018

Don’t buy dad another pair of socks this Father’s Day – give him a great experience instead. There’s a huge range of events taking place across the UK and Ireland to help you celebrate on Sunday, June 17. Here’s our pick of the most notable happenings this Father’s Day 2018. Father’s Day Motorfest, Billericay, Essex […]. The post 10 Top Father’s Day Events appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.

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Event Industry News

JUNE 13, 2018

The Manchester Airport Concorde Conference and Events Centre, has become the latest venue to join the Lime Venue Portfolio. The attraction sits as part of the Runway Visitor Park, and adds further iconic meetings and events options into the venue group. The venue is based just off site at Manchester Airport, and regularly caters for product launches, gala dinners, team building events, exhibitions or meetings – all taking place in and around one of the world’s most famous Concorde planes.

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InitLive

JUNE 13, 2018

On the face of it, much of the success of any event hinges on the execution of the event itself, but on closer inspection, the reality is that every stage of your event matters - from the conception and pre-planning stages, through to the post-event follow ups. With this in mind, in today’s post, the packaging experts at R+R Packaging have put together an event planning 101 guide that covers all aspects of organizing an event to ensure it runs without a glitch - leaving you with happy attendees

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Event Industry News

JUNE 13, 2018

Mojo Barriers UK division installed the first Terraflor pitch protection system of a busy 2018 summer season onto the Leeds United Elland Road pitch for the IBF World Featherweight Title fight, 19 th May 2018, keeping the pitch in pristine condition ready for England International football 17 days later. Frank Warren and Queensbury Promotions promoted the IBF World Title Fight, which was witnessed by 30,000 fans in Elland Road stadium who enjoyed local Leeds favourite, Josh Warrington, beating

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Bizzabo

JUNE 13, 2018

Today is a big day for Bizzabo’s customers. We have just released a new app sign-up and login flow that is not just passwordless, but also unbelievably simpler and more intuitive - for both organizers and attendees. As pioneers in the event app space, we always knew the power of a great event app. It increases, attendee engagement before, during, and after an event and can definitely impact the overall event success.

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ePly

JUNE 13, 2018

In a perfect world, our communication with others would always involve being open, friendly, and dedicated to the task at hand. Unfortunately, not everyone has this mindset, especially when planning a complex event. So, what should you do when you are having a hard time dealing with others, whether they are co-workers, new clients, or vendors? Check out our four step method to get you safely through the minefield of talking with difficult people.

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Event Industry News

JUNE 13, 2018

The theme for this year’s NOEA Awards has been announced and entries are now open to the industry’s premier awards evening. The Awards, which take place on the evening of the NOEA Convention in Bath (21 st November), will follow the same theme of ‘It Could Never Happen to Me’, and judges will be looking for examples of diligent business across the award categories.

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SmartMeetings

JUNE 13, 2018

Airplanes: great for travel, not so great for health. Germs are everywhere, and rarely do airplanes get the full wash between flights—just think of all the connections that occur within minutes. You can take your daily vitamins and Emergen-C, but there’s more to preserving your health than supplements. From the time you reach your gate to the time you reach the terminal, there are plenty of ways to put up a personal shield to ward off sickness.

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Coterie Spark

JUNE 13, 2018

If a conference is hosted in the woods and no one has a good time, did it even happen at all? Well, yes. It still happened. Maybe it wasn’t in the woods, maybe it was in a hotel ballroom. The heart of the matter is, it happened, no one enjoyed it, and unless the people planning that conference understand how the attendees felt, at some point it will stop happening.

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SmartMeetings

JUNE 13, 2018

Out-of-the-box new luggage items facilitate traveling. With so many pieces of luggage on the market, making choices can be an ordeal. Our advice is to hone in on special features that can make travel a bit less of a hassle. Here are a few of the best options. Best Carry-Ons. Away Suitcase. Ever since airlines began imposing hefty fees for checked baggage, passengers have been trying to limit themselves to carry-ons.

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Canadian Special Events

JUNE 13, 2018

BY HALA BISSADA, CFRE. In light of recent events, including the deadly blast at the Ariana Grande Concert and the terrorist attack with a borne vehicle in New York, I thought it timely to remind event organizers how to keep your event safe. In the world we live in, event planners need to think about the unimaginable and to do everything reasonable to ensure our attendees, staff, vendors remain safe.

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Showclix

JUNE 13, 2018

As an event marketer, you’re likely spending a large portion of your time promoting and analyzing your event across multiple platforms such as Facebook Ads, Google Analytics, and AdRoll, and that added effort can really add up. Luckily, our marketing account integrations feature was designed to optimize your campaigns and save you time. Housed within our system’s Marketing Dashboard, this feature allows you to connect your event listings to the third-party marketing accounts you use most.

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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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Canadian Special Events

JUNE 13, 2018

BY HALA BISSADA, CFRE. In light of recent events, including the deadly blast at the Ariana Grande Concert and the terrorist attack with a borne vehicle in New York, I thought it timely to remind event organizers how to keep your event safe. In the world we live in, event planners need to think about the unimaginable and to do everything reasonable to ensure our attendees, staff, vendors remain safe.

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Cvent: Event Marketing

JUNE 13, 2018

Give attendees more than just a meeting experience in Boise, Idaho. With a thriving cultural scene, convenient location close to great amenities, and many unique venues to choose from, Boise is sure to please. Ease of Access. Boise’s proximity to outdoor adventure, meeting venues, and local restaurants is unparalleled. The downtown epicenter is a short seven-minute drive from Boise Airport.

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GatherHere

JUNE 13, 2018

Family owned and operated since 1884, Reinstein Ranch has evolved its focus over the years to take advantage of its hundreds of acres of farmland. This Livermore, California ranch that was founded to produce wheat and raise horses now hosts an array of events in a one-of-a-kind setting. From weddings and mindfulness retreats to personal dinner parties and corporate soirees, Reinstein Ranch is the perfect venue to celebrate a milestone or enhance team building over a weekend.

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Cvent: Event Marketing

JUNE 13, 2018

There’s too much going on in Detroit to make it a day trip. Whether you need to lay your head down after a night in the city or find a unique space for an upcoming event, our guide to Detroit hotels will help point you in the right direction. Boutique Downtown Hotels. Detroit Foundation Hotel : Located inside the former Detroit Fire Department Headquarters near Cobo Center, this hotel embodies the city’s renaissance with a contrast of old and new.

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GEVME

JUNE 13, 2018

The unique story of any conference should begin with the goal and then a detailed plan on how to reach this goal. In his article for Smashing magazine , the founder of HybridConf, Zach Inglis, states that the aim of every conference organiser should be to create experiences that reenergize people and fill them with new zeal for their work. If you understand your target audience, it’s not a challenge to build such a conference vision.

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Quickmobile

JUNE 13, 2018

We all know there are a million moving parts to every event. And sure, the pressure of having things go exactly right on the day of the event is enormous. Despite a generally-amazing attention to detail, many event planners make some common mistakes when providing an event app for their attendees. This post will identify the top three errors and serve up some ideas on how to avoid them.

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Guidebook

JUNE 13, 2018

Event apps are super valuable — they’re better for the environment, they make planners’ lives easier, and ultimately, they cost less. It’s possible, however, to really mess them up. Imagine this scenario. You purchase a mobile app and spend a ton of time building out the content and getting it looking exactly the way you want it to. Then the day of your event rolls around and people seem to like the app, but then you log in to your app dashboard afterwards only to find out that you had zer

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