EventMB
OCTOBER 20, 2017
How do you become an event planner with no experience? It’s one of those circular logic puzzles. You need experience to land a job but no job will hire without experience. But is that really the case? Not entirely. There are some things you can do to overcome the experience dilemma. Hosting parties and events […]. The post Hack Your Way Into Event Planning by EventMB Team appeared first on [link].
Social Tables
OCTOBER 20, 2017
Events have a lot of moving parts. From speakers and attendees to food and décor, there are many different areas in need of detailed management. That is why it is important to know and use some of the online management tools for events now available to event managers. Educate yourself on the different options available and learn how to leverage online products and project management tools for events that go off without a hitch.
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EventMB
OCTOBER 20, 2017
In this new video we share some points to help make sure our industry and our events are safe, welcome and representative places for every type of guest. ##abovethefold## Diversity in our industry is something that has been under scrutiny for many years now, with many blogs, panels and industry surveys focussed on the topic. No matter how […].
Event Industry News
OCTOBER 20, 2017
Written by Paul Nicholls, Network Technical Manager at DB Systems It’s been widely reported this week that a major security flaw has been found in the standards that govern the Wi-Fi protected access protocol (WPA2). This exploit, discovered by Mathy Vanhoef of the security research group imec-DistriNet, has been termed KRACK (or Key Reinstallation Attacks) and […].
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SmartMeetings
OCTOBER 20, 2017
Tired of having to worry about how you are going to get your next meal before your flight? No need to fear, free food is here! A select number of airlines have begun bringing back complimentary meals on domestic flights. In the aftermath of 9/11, many airlines faced financial hardships which caused them to scale back on some of their offerings, such as complimentary meals on domestic flights, along with other amenities that once made air travel an adventure rather than an annoyance.
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SmartMeetings
OCTOBER 20, 2017
The official “Smart is Cool Day,” occurs every October 22. The holiday is pretty self-explanatory, but we wanted to embrace the day that epitomizes our philosophy. We think meeting planners are the smartest—and what’s cooler than intellect? So we’re challenging our readers to try and outwit a meeting planner’s killer-knowledge. The post Are you Smarter than a Meeting Planner?
Event Industry News
OCTOBER 20, 2017
Conference brought together hundreds of meetings and events professionals to see and discuss the latest industry trends and best practices More than 400 meetings, events, and hospitality professionals from across Europe and the UK gathered at the inaugural Cvent CONNECT Europe at the Pullman London St. Pancras. The conference, hosted by Cvent, the market leader in […].
SmartMeetings
OCTOBER 20, 2017
If you are looking to work the mighty spud into your meeting on National Potato Day, October 27, the french fry is a great go-to alternative. In honor of this holiday, we’ve rounded up the best french fries to chow down on in some of the most popular meeting cities. Atlanta: Grindhouse Killer Burger. If crinkle cut is your thing (and if you’ve had Shake Shack, then you know it’s your thing), this is the place for you.
Event Industry News
OCTOBER 20, 2017
LONDON’S CAKE & BAKE CELEBRATES RECORD HIGHS ON SIXTH SHOW-STOPPING YEAR Media 10’s Cake & Bake Show returned to ExCeL London earlier this month for its sixth showstopping year, welcoming tens of thousands through the doors over three consecutive days (68 October). The increasingly popular consumer event saw footfall figures reach a record high with […].
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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
SmartMeetings
OCTOBER 20, 2017
Who can resist the allure of a mystery? This is exactly what experiential event planning company Mystery Trip is founded on. Dave Green, chief mysterious officer/creator (how cool!), discussed the revolutionizing new way to take groups on an adventure. Green says, “It makes me really happy to show people a good time. It’s not trust falls, it’s a silly time where people get to act like a kid again and get their minds off the office.”.
PCMA Convene
OCTOBER 20, 2017
One of the reasons that magicians get addicted to magic is because of the reactions it generates, according to Vinh Giang, the Australia-born son of Vietnamese refugees, and a one-time accounting student who quit school to create Encyclopedia of Magic, an online teaching platform. Giang teaches and speaks around the world, using magic as a metaphor for breaking through our illusions, and will talk about problem-solving and the power of perspective on Jan. 9 at 2018 Convening Leaders.
SmartMeetings
OCTOBER 20, 2017
If you’re even the least bit freaked out by the KRACK Wi-Fi security flaw, and wondering how it might possibly impact your life and meetings, here’s a bit of reassurance and advice. First, What Is It? KRACK is shorthand for Key Reinstallation Attacks, and it was discovered way back in May by a web security researcher in Belgium named Mathy Vanhoef. It’s technical, but basically it means he discovered a key flaw in something called Wi-Fi Protected Access 2, or WPA2, which has been the go-to optio
PCMA Convene
OCTOBER 20, 2017
One of the reasons that magicians get addicted to magic is because of the reactions it can generate, according to Vinh Giang, the Australia-born son of Vietnamese refugees, and a one-time accounting student who quit school to create an online teaching platform called Encyclopedia of Magic. “As a magician, when you perform a great piece of magic, it creates an incredible moment of astonishment that can stick with an audience member for a lifetime,” Giang said.
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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.
SmartMeetings
OCTOBER 20, 2017
Today, event professionals need to be more aware of how they use language and how guests may receive that message. To help attendees feel more comfortable, experts suggest being open and transparent in all communication, while incorporating positive and clear language in your messages. Per popularscience.com , anxiety disorders are the most common form of mental illness in the U.S.
Attendee Events
OCTOBER 20, 2017
A high traffic blog post is something most website owners strive for. The more attention you can draw to your posts, the more visitors come to your site, and the more conversions you’ll hopefully get. While there isn’t a cure-all formula that will help you hit it out of the ballpark every time. There are some basic skills to writing a high performing post that are universal.
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