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[WEBINAR] What a Difference Strategy Makes: Behind the Scenes of American Psychological Association’s 2020 Virtual

Velvet Chainsaw

A virtual experience successful beyond their wildest dreams? You bettcha. Hear from two key executives from the APA on how they strategically turned a challenge into an opportunity to bring their community together like never before. They themed each day around relevant content, particularly via general sessions, and turned networking on its ear. Exhibitors?

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Amplifying Voices in a Pandemic: How Event Creators United the Black Community

Eventbrite UK

When George Floyd died during an arrest in May, racial injustice became a chief discussion around the world. The issue of systemic racism was thrust into the spotlight once again with people across the globe committing to listen and learn. These tragic events and difficult conversations came during the height of the COVID-19 lockdown – […]. The post Amplifying Voices in a Pandemic: How Event Creators United the Black Community appeared first on Eventbrite UK.

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Boho-Chic Meets Modern Elegance for Sofia and Joel’s Big Day

EventSource

From the bride’s stunning lace dress to the glam blush accents to the rustic-modern vibe of the venue, we cannot say enough about Sofia and Joel’s gorgeous big day planned by Blush & Bowties. Set at the stunning EWG - Eglinton West Gallery , the couple’s wedding is a beautiful blend of modern elegance and boho-chic. Thankfully the creative team at Page & Holmes Photography traveled to the GTA to capture each memorable moment, because you won’t want to miss this on

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5 Ways to Encourage Pre-Event Networking For Virtual Events

Stova

One unique challenge of holding virtual events is the lack of in-person pre-event networking. For event attendees, a major draw of trade shows, business conferences, and other such events is the ability to network and speak with other professionals in their fields. At a virtual event, there is less of an opportunity for face-to-face interaction, so it can be difficult for attendees to know who they’d like to connect with before and after the event.

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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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4 Alternative Nonprofit Fundraising Event Ideas During The COVID-19 Pandemic 

InitLive

Nonprofit fundraising events are usually the largest generators of funds in the calendar year. However, with continuing restrictions on larger events and gatherings, nonprofits will have to try new ways to raise funds. While nothing will replace the impact of a large group of people coming together in support of the same cause, social distanced and virtual options still offer a chance to try and bring people together for your cause.

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7 Tips to Market Your Hybrid Event

Hubb

Hybrid Events typically include an in-person format paired with a digital component. It’s an event that transcends settings, appealing to everyone in a dynamic way. But with a complex event, marketing can be difficult. Marketers will likely be tasked with supplying the content for the event as well as promoting it. Thus, it can be challenging for them to successfully raise awareness and drive registrations while balancing so many responsibilities.

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IEG acquisition of Dubai Muscle Show and Dubai Active demonstrates confidence in live events sector

Event Industry News

Italian Exhibitions Group S.p.A. (IEG) has announced its acquisition of HBG Events FZ LLC (HBG), an exhibition organiser based in the UAE – see full release below. HBG was advised by Collingwood Advisory, specialists in corporate finance and value creation for independent media and information businesses. Collingwood Founder and CEO, Piers Bearne, said: “It’s been a tough year for the exhibitions industry, and we’ve greatly appreciated working on a deal that underlines our community’s beli

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What Will Events Look Like After the Vaccine?

Skift

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Max Bull steps up as chair of the AEV

Event Industry News

Max Bull, executive director of venue sales at the Business Design Centre (pictured above), has been elected chair of the Association of Event Venues following the association’s recent AGM, which also saw the election of four new board members, Jackie Boughton – head of business events at The Barbican, Andy Gibb – group sales & marketing director at Stadium MK, Paula Lorimer – director of Harrogate Convention Centre, and Jason Lunn – venue director at the East of England Arena and Events Cen

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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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Hubilo’s Virtual Event Platform Feature Update: 22nd Sept

Hubilo Blog

In addition to being shortlisted for Event Technology Awards in the category of Pivot from physical to virtual, we have rolled out a batch of new feature updates as well. This will allow event organizers to deliver a hassle-free event experience for their attendees, exhibitors, and sponsors. We have always been a super enthusiastic team to work on new updates which intend to make our clients and attendees happy.

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What Will Events Look Like After the Vaccine?

EventMB

Many countries are announcing their vaccine rollout plans. How can the industry be prepared for the gradual rollout of a vaccine, and what will the ‘vaccine effect’ be on events? Here, we investigate these questions. US President Donald Trump announced last week that, by April, most Americans would be vaccinated. Both China and Russia are […].

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