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9 Ways to Support Event Venues and Organizers through COVID-19

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With gatherings across the country canceled due to COVID-19, event venues and organizers have been some of the businesses hit hardest by this pandemic. We’ve seen theaters sit empty, sports teams pause mid-season, and events like the Olympics, music festivals, and TED conferences get postponed. As we miss out on our favorite annual events and […].

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Attendee Expectations Post-Coronavirus: What Will They Look Like?

Endless Events

The world has been shaken to the very core by something no one was prepared for. And the events industry has been one of the most affected sectors. At this point, it’s safe to say things have changed dramatically. They have changed to the point where event profs everywhere are still trying to figure out what the best strategies are. How can they still offer people unforgettable experiences?

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Communicating with Attendees During COVID-19

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Transparent communication is imperative during any time of uncertainty. Organizations with honest, consistent communication increase consumer loyalty, while those lacking clear information risk leaving their guests uncertain — and less likely to purchase tickets to future events. Silence fuels anxiety, but being proactive by keeping your attendees engaged and informed inspires more consumer confidence in […].

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When Venues Reopen, How to Know They’re Safe

SmartMeetings

As COVID-19 wanes and people begin meeting again, what should planners know about precautions venues must take to ensure clean, safe spaces? With many convention centers serving as temporary field hospitals, what disinfection standards should planners insist on? Kenneth Bickerton is vice president of industrial hygiene and safety for Phase Associates LLC , a New Jersey-based consultancy for environmental, occupational health and safety challenges.

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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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Email Templates for Communicating with Attendees

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Email Templates: Email Template A: How to email cancellations to your ticket buyers Email Template B: How to email attendees to encourage donation and support of your organization and/or industry Email Template C: Communicate with attendees during the unknown EMAIL TEMPLATE A: How to email cancellations to your ticket buyers Subject line: An update on […].

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Social Media Templates for Communicating with Attendees

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Twitter & Instagram: TEMPLATE A: Cancellations to your ticket buyers In response to COVID-19 and the Shelter in Place extension, we have made the difficult decision to cancel [Event Name]. We are diligently working to reschedule canceled shows. For show updates click here [Link to website with full details] and follow this page. TEMPLATE B: […].

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Viruses & More: What Else Can Disrupt The Events Industry?

Endless Events

The impact of the coronavirus on the events industry has been brutal. A pandemic that few saw coming completely turned things upside down for planners and profs in an instant. And while everyone still tries to adjust to the new normal, they can’t help but contemplate how easily things can fall apart. If such a small, invisible organism can have this kind of impact, how vulnerable is our industry, really?

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Meetings Industry Association reveals the miaList will return for 2020

Event Industry News

The Meetings Industry Association (mia) has announced that its coveted miaList will continue to shine a spotlight on the industry’s greatest talent in 2020. As part of the 10 names who will secure a place, this year’s roll of honour will specifically recognise an inspirational individual who, against all odds, deserves special credit for managing and leading their organisation’s response to the COVID-19 outbreak.

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Pivoting to Virtual Events: 10 Examples from Leading Brands

Bizzabo

Learn how to pivot from an in-person gathering to a virtual event. Featuring examples from Adobe, Salesforce, and the New York Times. As COVID-19 lingers, virtual events have become incredibly popular because they allow companies to interact with their audiences and provide memorable experiences while still maintaining safe social distancing practices.

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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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Tips for Grant Funding Volunteer Engagement

InitLive

We know that it takes time, skill, and effort to effectively engage volunteers, but funding nonprofit staff to manage volunteers is a challenge. Here are a few ideas to help secure grant funding for volunteer engagement: Capture Data and Impact. Before asking for funds, be prepared with stats to show the potential impact. InitLive can help capture data on volunteer hour tracking and each individuals and group's impact over time.

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Top Pick Venues for Nature Lovers

Unique Venues

Venues surrounded by nature are a fantastic choice for event planners. They have spectacular views, are inspirational for attendees, and offer great indoor and outdoor activities to add to your itinerary. Check out our Top Picks for Venues for Nature Lovers. Royal Roads University is located on Hatley Park National Historic Site in Victoria, British Columbia.

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COVID-19's Impact and a Look Ahead

Maritz Global Events

Our industry and our world have been upended. Years from now when we look back at this time, we will not only remember the negative impact of business and personal interruptions, but also recall the positive. Like coming together in unusual ways that allowed us to still feel connected to each other or getting “back to basics” by tapping into our creativity for health, entertainment and education solutions.

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Webinar: Get Empowered: Your Professional LinkedIn Makeover

PCMA Convene

With COVID-19 stay-at-home orders in effect around the world, now is the time to take a look at your LinkedIn profile and make some updates to enhance your digital footprint. Join us for this session to learn how to create a credible lasting first impression, how to best show off your thought leadership, connect with colleagues and manage notifications, recommendations, and privacy settings on LinkedIn.

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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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The #EventTech Pull Up – A Podcast

Planner WIre

When the going gets tough, the tough start a freakin podcast, at least that’s how it works in this brave new world of lock-downs and social distancing. Tess Vismale and I have been talking about starting something like this for years, it just took this global crisis for us to get up off of our overworked butts and make it happen. The Event Tech Pull Up.

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Webinar: Digital Experience Institute Office Hours

PCMA Convene

In the DEI Office Hours series, we discuss digital event resources that are available, idea share and answer questions for taking your events digital in the wake of COVID-19. We have compiled a list of FAQs from this office hour for your reference. ** Disclaimer: The thoughts and views expressed during this session are those of the individuals and do not represent the organizations they are affiliated with.

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The #EventTech Pull Up – A Podcast

Planner WIre

When the going gets tough, the tough start a freakin podcast, at least that’s how it works in this brave new world of lock-downs and social distancing. Tess Vismale and I have been talking about starting something like this for years, it just took this global crisis for us to get up off of our overworked butts and make it happen. The Event Tech Pull Up.

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5 Reasons Event Planners are Considering Beacon Technology for Events

Hubb

Planning a successful event is hard.

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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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The #EventTech Pull Up – A Podcast

Planner WIre

When the going gets tough, the tough start a freakin podcast, at least that’s how it works in this brave new world of lock-downs and social distancing. Tess Vismale and I have been talking about starting something like this for years, it just took this global crisis for us to get up off of our overworked butts and make it happen. The Event Tech Pull Up.

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Coronavirus and Events: An Outlook and Recovery Timeline

Skift

Read the Complete Story On Skift.

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The #EventTech Pull Up – A Podcast

Planner WIre

When the going gets tough, the tough start a freakin podcast, at least that’s how it works in this brave new world of lock-downs and social distancing. Tess Vismale and I have been talking about starting something like this for years, it just took this global crisis for us to get up off of our overworked butts and make it happen. The Event Tech Pull Up.

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12 Toronto Photo Booths Perfect for Your Upcoming Wedding/Event

EventSource

There’s nothing like a good photo booth to add some fun, originality and creativity to your wedding or special event! Photo booths have become an extremely popular way to entertain your guests, and rightfully so. Events ranging from modest to luxurious typically include photo booths to help give you and your guests the opportunity to get a little goofy and create a memorable keepsake.

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The Ultimate Guide to Hosting Hybrid Events For Your Association

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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13 Toronto Photo Booths Perfect for Your Upcoming Wedding/Event

EventSource

There’s nothing like a good photo booth to add some fun, originality and creativity to your wedding or special event! Photo booths have become an extremely popular way to entertain your guests, and rightfully so. Events ranging from modest to luxurious typically include photo booths to help give you and your guests the opportunity to get a little goofy and create a memorable keepsake.

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