Attendease

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

We are pleased to announce that Attendease has been shortlisted for five categories under the Event Tech Awards 2020. The Event Tech Awards recognizes the achievement of companies delivering outstanding digital and technological solutions to the events industry and it takes place in London, each year. Here are the categories in which Attendease has been nominated to this year: Best Visitor Registration Technology.

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SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

Since June, a visit to the Eventbrite homepage reveals a striking image: A jet-black map of the United States lit up with a constellation of yellow pins, each one marking a different march in support of racial equality. It’s a visual representation of what we anecdotally know to be true: Socially-conscious organizers are seeking to […].

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EventMB

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

Virtual event technology has accelerated more in the past six months than in the past six years. What can you expect to see in virtual events in the near future? At our latest event, I argued with a few of our speakers. While we discussed hybrid events, many on the panel started saying that they […]. The post What’s Next for Virtual Event Technology?

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Event Industry News

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

The Romanian Concerts Organizers’ Association (AROC) is optimistic regarding the restarting of the live medium and big events. Following the productive meeting with the Deputy Prime Minister Raluca Turcan and Government representatives on September 9 th , were put the basis of the relaunch of the live sector in 2021, in maximum safety conditions. During the following period there will be organized work groups, under the coordination of the Deputy Prime Minister Raluca Turcan, between the two par

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ePly

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

Engaging young professionals can be tough, especially when it comes to events. Throw the word ‘networking’ out there, and people seem to run for the hills. But you know what makes networking a lot less intimidating and a lot more appealing? When there’s an activity to break the ice. (And no, nothing cheesy.) Remember, young professionals want to connect — but you’ll be much more successful at engaging them if you can help them do so in a way that’s going to be fun.

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Hubb

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

This is an exciting week at Hubb. We are rolling out not only a new website, but also are unveiling an updated logo and brand identity. Our site has a vibrant new look, that showcases the ways in which Hubb is pushing the boundaries of what events can be.

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Event Industry News

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

The Meetings Industry Association has welcomed today’s high court ruling on business interruption insurance polices, which suggests COVID-19 claims should be paid in most cases if policies had pandemic or notifiable disease clauses. Jane Longhurst, chief executive of the Meetings Industry Association said: “We know from our recent industry survey that 92% of respondents stated that their financial losses to date have not been covered by their insurance policy, so this test case is promising news

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PCMA Convene

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

One of Phi Theta Kappa’s primary goals is to provide leadership opportunities for student members, so retaining student participation — which included hearing from the 2019-20 international student officers — was a priority for its virtual event. When it became clear that Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society (PTK), the official honor society for two-year colleges, couldn’t safely hold its 2020 annual convention as planned — in person in Dallas in April — canceling it didn’t seem like the best course fo

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Event Industry News

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

Brighton Music Conference (BMC), the UK’s foremost electronic music and networking event will still be going ahead on 1st and 2nd of October but as a virtual only event, streamed live and on-demand. Unfortunately, the physical conference can no longer take place as planned due to new Government restrictions. In partnership with Beatport, the virtual pass will give access to the panel discussions, Q&As, workshops, tutorials and dj sets i as well as exclusive footage.

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SmartMeetings

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

Providing peace of mind to help attendees feel confident and safe during these times is the ultimate business goal for many right now. There are many tips to keep in mind to safely return to in-person meetings and events. Seasoned event industry professionals are constantly educating themselves on the matter and closely watching and adapting based on CDC recommendations.

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Event Industry News

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

New figures from the Office of National Statistics (ONS) show a sharp drop in employment of 695,000 jobs since March 2020, but the Night-Time Industries Association (NTIA) warns over 700,000 more jobs in the sector could be lost within weeks without urgent government intervention. A recent survey of NTIA members found 71% of businesses are set to make more than half of their workforce redundant in a matter of weeks and over 58% feel they will be unable to survive longer than two months without f

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e2m.live

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

Background & Challenge. Greenwood High International School is the only international school in Bangalore, India. A recipient of prestigious awards like the Parents Choice Award 2019 , India School Merit Awards 2017 and more, the school recently hosted Millenium 2020 – an intra-school virtual event was targeted to students, parents, and teachers.

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Event Industry News

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

While some companies describe their online conferences as “virtual”, innovative technology company Mesmerise is helping Morningstar Inc., a leading provider of independent investment research, deliver a first: a truly virtual reality experience for the two-day Morningstar Investment Conference (MIC). For the first time ever, MIC attendees can opt to receive a VR Oculus Quest headset as part of their virtual ticket to the Conference on September 16th and 17th.

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InitLive

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

This year has thrown a lot of curveballs at the nonprofit industry. Still, organizations continue to invest in their nonprofit operations in order to continue to increase their positive impact despite all the new challenges they face. This article will explore the top 8 operational trends nonprofits are implementing in 2020 as they continue to work towards their goals. 1.Volunteer Tracking and Safety Protocols.

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Event Industry News

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

In response to recent positive progress in the Hong Kong SAR Government’s discussions with other destinations on forming travel bubbles, the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) is gradually resuming promotions in the local and source markets, reviving tourism through a combination of short-term and long-term strategies. Locally, the HKTB is restarting promotions with the “Holiday at Home” campaign to create positive atmosphere in Hong Kong and encourage consumption.

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All Seated

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

Thanks to advancements in technology, planning a destination wedding is now easier and more accessible than ever before. A destination wedding couple can now virtually tour destination wedding location venues, make decisions, and collaborate with destination wedding vendors throughout the entire planning process without leaving their home. For venues and event professionals working with clients to plan destination weddings, digital planning tools, and event planning platforms offer many collabor

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Event Industry News

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

A trip to PlanetIMEX is certainly not a typical day out, particularly when it’s called Monday Funday. Taking place on 12 October, Monday Funday launches a five day run of creative, insightful, community-minded and educational content on PlanetIMEX, IMEX’s virtual experience. The Monday programme has been designed in partnership with several of IMEX’s partners and exhibitors.

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Milestone Events Group

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

Wedding to Do List . While the thought of all the things you need to do to plan your wedding may seem never-ending and daunting, try to enjoy this time, preparing for one of the most special days of your life. We have laid out some of the items on your to-do list to help you focus on where to begin! . . 12 Months . Vision: The first step to planning your dream day is to think about what you want your wedding to be.

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Event Industry News

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

Virtual events have quickly become the new norm as companies take their conferences, product launches, AGMs and all otherwise live experiences online. In a world gone virtual it can be hard to make an event stand out from the crowd. Some companies however, have embraced the virtual world and are riding a new wave of digital creativity as they test the limits and boundaries of what is possible in the online sphere.

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e2m.live

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

Background & Challenge. Greenwood High International School is the only international school in Bangalore, India. A recipient of prestigious awards like the Parents Choice Award 2019 , India School Merit Awards 2017 and more, the school recently hosted Millenium 2020 – an intra-school virtual event was targeted to students, parents, and teachers.

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Eventsforce

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

Need tips on running successful virtual events? In your inbox, every week. . For many event planners, running virtual events or events with some virtual element to them (hybrid) is something they’ve being doing for years. But for many others, it is completely uncharted territory. In fact, a recent poll from Eventsforce found that more than 50% of event planners don’t feel they have the skills they need to run successful virtual events.

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Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

It’s been quite an interesting year for the events industry, to say the least. With a pandemic sweeping the world and in-person events canceled, it seemed like all was lost. But if there’s one thing event professionals are known for it’s being flexible. Thanks to this knack for adaptability, a surge in virtual events completely shifted the paradigm, and audiences were introduced to brand new ways to connect and experience the world.

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Event Industry News

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

By Dave Mueller, President and Founder of Image Audiovisuals. Many industries have suffered at the hands of COVID-19; few have had to suffer the drastic and continuing impact as the live events industry. I remember chatting with friends at the annual Meetings Industry Council of Colorado event this past March, talking about having a break for a month or so until events would, as we assumed, ramp up back to normal levels.

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