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OCTOBER 17, 2019
This is a guest post from Elise Hanslip. Elise is the Marketing & Communications Manager for event-tech company Entegy. Innovative technology has transformed the onsite experience at conferences and similar events. The costs, however, can be prohibitive for some. But what if your event tech could pay for itself? It’s entirely possible to offer registrants […].
Eventinterface
OCTOBER 17, 2019
With preparing, organizing and finding sponsors for your event being a daunting task on its own, marketing itself may take a hit, when resources and personnel are limited. And that’s a trap you need to avoid. With the information overload online, your event needs to stand out from the crowd and be the next big thing. This is only possible with a creative marketing plan.
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Picatic by Eventbrite
OCTOBER 17, 2019
Every time an event-goer sees a Facebook ad, event listing, or promotional email from your seasonal event is an opportunity to inspire them to attend. That’s why using creative language is key to grabbing your audience’s attention and increasing ticket sales or registrations. In fact, Adobe’s 2018 Digital Trends Report found that content and experience […].
Eventinterface
OCTOBER 17, 2019
With preparing, organizing and finding sponsors for your event being a daunting task on its own, marketing itself may take a hit, when resources and personnel are limited. And that’s a trap you need to avoid. With the information overload online, your event needs to stand out from the crowd and be the next big thing. This is only possible with a creative marketing plan.
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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.
EventMB
OCTOBER 17, 2019
Explori facilitates data collection and analysis through surveys that incorporate standard, template-like questions and benchmarking that allows you to measure responses over time and against industry standards. Here is our review. Explori: What Is It? Explori is a comprehensive survey platform and reporting tool created specifically for the global events industry.
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Event Industry News
OCTOBER 17, 2019
Slido, a leading Q&A and polling platform, launches its new product integration with Google Slides to all users today. Presenters are now able to engage their audience with live polling and Q&A without ever leaving Google Slides. Whether presenting to a team, in front of a class or running a training session, the Google Slides add-on allows speakers to create and run polls and live Q&A within their presentation.
eventplanner
OCTOBER 17, 2019
Attendee experiences are what make your event memorable. This is the core mantra of the MICE industry that we keep repeating to ourselves over and over again.
Event Industry News
OCTOBER 17, 2019
By Mike James, writer & cybersecurity professional. Organising a music event can be an incredibly arduous process. After all, just think of the number of people that attend them – we’re talking hundreds, if not thousands, of fans. Coupled with that are a ton of other things to consider as well. From ticket printing to catering, and line up to venue choice, organising a music event is a lot easier said than done – as the following examples prove.
Eventsforce
OCTOBER 17, 2019
How tech savvy should event planners be these days? How much responsibility should they have around event tech investments – when they already have so much on their plates? Do they have the skills that help them manage event tech effectively? Or is it time for the industry to recognise the need for ‘event technologists’ – a new breed of event professionals whose job focus is exclusively on all things technology?
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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
InitLive
OCTOBER 17, 2019
Volunteers are a vital part of any successful event. It is not enough to just appreciate the efforts of a volunteer, rather an event organizer needs to plan the volunteers' roles very carefully. And if you are organizing something like an endurance race, then you will need to pay special attention to volunteer management to have a successful event. In this post, we talk about a few tips to guide you in that direction.
Bizzabo
OCTOBER 17, 2019
Planning an event in the City of Trees? Then take a look at these 20 amazing Boise event venues. Boise, AKA the City of Trees, is the capital of Idaho and the state's most populous city with just over 200,000 residents. It's an incredibly fast-growing area due to its beautiful scenery and up and coming culinary and art scenes. It's also home to the largest Basque population outside of Spain.
Showclix
OCTOBER 17, 2019
With such exciting music festivals on the scene, experienced event organizers know how important it is to make their event stand out in as many ways as possible. Fortunately, festivals offer a uniquely powerful source of marketing material for event promoters: video content. With footage of your past and current events at your disposal, including your headlining artists and crowds of excited attendees, Instagram’s IGTV is the perfect medium to use this content for event marketing!
Explara
OCTOBER 17, 2019
We wrote in Nov 2017 soon after WeWork’s acquisition of Meetup that there is likely an issue with Meetup’s business model. [link] With Meetup’s absurd pricing changes ([link] all your efforts in building your group, growing, and nurturing members is now a great opportunity for Meetup to start monetizing your data. Even if Meetup lets […].
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Event Industry News
OCTOBER 17, 2019
Event First Steps, an initiative set up in order to help event industry newcomers, has announced details of its next event, to take place later this month. ‘How Inclusive is the Events Industry?’, on Monday 28th October, will take place at the The Collective HQ in Bedford Square – and will consist of a panel of speakers that will discuss the challenges that people face trying to enter our industry, whether this is due to physical ability, race or background.
All Seated
OCTOBER 17, 2019
In a saturated industry, it is imperative to stand out as a leader. By giving every client a tailored and memorable experience, you will encourage rebooking and referrals, while also building your unique brand. In this webinar with Meghan Ely of OFD Consulting, learn how to make your mark in the industry and ensure the success of your business with Meghan’s proven techniques.
Event Industry News
OCTOBER 17, 2019
The final day of Cvent Connect drew to a close last night after enjoying three days with event professionals from around the globe. The annual event gathers professionals from within the meetings, events and hospitality sectors to encourage debate, exchange best practices and share experiences. Brian Ludwig, the senior vice president of sales from Cvent, said: “Today is all about educating people as well as showcasing our latest technology.
Tito Blog | An Event Blog for Organisers
OCTOBER 17, 2019
You may have heard that Meetup recently announced they’ll be testing a new pricing model with some groups. The changes will see organiser subscription costs drop, and members (attendees) will now pay a $2 fee when they reserve a spot at Meetup events. This decision aims to distribute the costs more evenly between organisers and members. But some meetup organisers are concerned that these changes will put their communities off attending events, and many have taken to Twitter to seek recommendatio
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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!
Event Industry News
OCTOBER 17, 2019
GES, a global full-service provider for live events, announced that Ascential has selected GES to produce Money20/20 U.S.A. GES EMEA has produced Money20/20 Europe since 2016 and provides all core services along with full audio visual delivery of the main and breakout conference areas. “The key to delivering a great event is partnership and collaboration which GES and Ascential have embraced and the result can be seen at the show,” said Money20/20 SVP of event operations, Leonie González.
Endless Events
OCTOBER 17, 2019
Ding, ding ding, it’s time to talk about supplier-partner relationships in events! And this is, of course as an AV company, is a topic very dear and near to our hearts. When it’s time decide between in-house and third-party, who will win? Is there a better option at all times? Or does it depend on specific situations? We’re sure these are all questions that have danced around your mind at least one time.
Event Industry News
OCTOBER 17, 2019
Giant iTab, an event technology and digital solutions company providing giant touchscreens, tablets and smartphones for enhanced digital engagement, has launched a customer experience centre for corporate and agency event professionals. The centre has been designed as a learning and collaboration zone and features a range of giant smartphones for corporates and agencies to interact and engage with and to understand how the technology can be used to enhance their events.
Maritz Global Events
OCTOBER 17, 2019
What if I told you to treat your guests like sports fans? What if you used some of the same elements sports teams use when designing event experiences? While one group lathers itself in body paint and the other thirsts for personal and professional knowledge, event guests and sports fans have several things in common. Whether it’s a convention or game, the cost of attendance is high, and it needs to be worth people’s time, energy and hard-earned money.
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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.
Event Industry News
OCTOBER 17, 2019
Thousands of pounds are up for grabs to help fund the promotion of events right across Cumbria, with organisers being invited to begin the applications process for a share of the cash now. The process to apply for grants from the Lakes Hospitality Association (LHA) has been opened-up to everyone for the first time, with a slice from a £15,000 pot available for events taking place outside of the busy tourist seasons.
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