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10 Tips for Returning to In-Person Events

EventMB

Returning to face-to-face meetings after two years of canceled conferences and way too many Zoom calls? Getting back to normal, or at least moving ahead with the new normal, may be a relief, but the world of meetings and events is far from business as usual. Here are a few ways to cope with re-entry. 1. Double check current travel options. Getting to events has often been a challenge, but the travel experience in 2022 is likely much different than what you’re accustomed to.

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Nervous excitement is back!

Conferences that Work

After two years of only designing and facilitating online meetings, I’m suddenly immersed in preparing for in-person meetings again. And that strange emotion nervous excitement is coming back! Two multi-day events, 2,000 miles apart, in the space of a week. Even an in-person pre-con, just like the old days. I find it tough preparing for meetings.

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Could you be crowned Eventbrite’s Hobby Hero? Enter here for your chance to win!

Eventbrite UK

We’re launching a brand new competition to find the UK’s Hobby Hero, and the winner will receive £5,000 worth of prizes! You can enter yourself or on behalf of someone you know. Enter via the quick form below to be in with a chance of winning. (Terms and Conditions apply – also check out the […]. The post Could you be crowned Eventbrite’s Hobby Hero?

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Overcoming anxiety when public speaking at your next event

Event Industry News

Public speaking is something most people are scared of. Whether it’s the fear of messing up in front of an audience or the paralyzing fear of speaking situations altogether, public speaking is something many people want to avoid. So, what happens when your boss requires that you speak publicly in front of the company or at an event? In this instance, it’s not always possible to avoid public speaking and so, the fear is something you have to overcome.

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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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From Planners to Producers: Tech Tips for Virtual Event Success

Smart Meetings

We’ve all made the shift to virtual meetings—because we had to. We were riding the bike while building it, and despite some early stumbles, most of us have mastered the basics. Now we’re onto the next challenge: making the virtual event a great online experience. The competition is fierce: a barrage of content from a multitude of channels all vying for your attention.

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The Importance of Team Building 

Prestige Events Magazine

Team building is one of the most important investments you can make in your team, and even more so now that colleagues are able to reconnect after spending such a long time apart during the pandemic. A team that works together performs and excels and team building not only help build relationships, but also it can lead to a more open collaborative culture.

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Asheville Meet Where Community is Strong and Creative Spirit Abundant

Smart Meetings

Plan with Confidence. Asheville, on the western stretch of North Carolina, is well known for its ability to attract leisure groups and families, with its abundance of outdoor activities and attractions built around creativity and art. What meeting planners may be pleased to discover is Asheville’s potential for hosting eventful gatherings. More exciting is Asheville’s increasing efforts to make the city even more attractive to groups through plans such as its various community restoration effort

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8 Insider Tips for Post-Pandemic Event Marketing

Eventbrite UK

Now that events programmes are back up and running, organisers are navigating a new world when it comes to reaching audiences and growing their events. For Eventbrite’s RECONVENE Sessions event Staying in Touch: Event Marketing In A New World, three expert community builders and event organisers shared how they have adapted their offer, adjusted their […].

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How to Organize an Awards Ceremony

Eventtia

Whether you are planning an award ceremony to thank your employees for their hard work or you are looking to recognize professionals in your industry for their success, these festivities are a great opportunity to gather everyone together to say thanks. In this article we will highlight how to plan a show-stopping awards ceremony. 2019-2020 awards season is now in full swing for many industries.

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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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5 Tips for Creating a Successful Hybrid Event

Special Events

Here are 5 tips to help planners create great hybrid events.

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How to Support Your Local Music Scene

Eventbrite UK

Every famous musician was once a local artist with a big dream – and their success wouldn’t be possible if it wasn’t for the support of their community. As a creator, you can play a role in keeping your neighbourhood’s music scene alive, and maybe even book the next big star. Why is it important […]. The post How to Support Your Local Music Scene appeared first on Eventbrite UK.

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EXHIBITORLIVE Partners with Fusion Imaging to Support The Tyler Robinson Foundation

Exhibitor Magazine

EXHIBITORLIVE, The National Conference and Exhibition for Trade Show and Corporate Event Marketing, to be held June 20 - 23, 2022, at the Mandalay Bay.

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Content is the Event: Better Connecting Live and Digital Moments

Event Marketer

Despite all the ways in which consumer habits have changed over the past two years, one thing has not: the desire to connect live and in-person. Look no further for proof than with concert king Live Nation, which beat revenue expectations in Q4 2021 and generated ticket sales in Q1 2022 45 percent higher than at the same point in 2019. We need to take advantage of the evolution of the consumer’s relationship with digital, content and creativity as a result of the pandemic.

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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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Virgin Media arrives at The O2 with gigabit broadband and plans to make it the best connected venue in the UK

Event Industry News

Virgin Media is now at The O2 with a new experiential studio space due to open this summer It has ambitions to make The O2 the best connected venue in the UK with plans to bring Virgin Media O2’s gigabit broadband network to the site, bolstered by its 5G mobile network which will provide an unrivalled connected experience for millions of fans that visit every year Through Virgin Media’s partnership with The O2, it plans to provide new and unforgettable experiences as well as special offers for a

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Events Industry Council and VSef Confirm Collaboration

Exhibitor Magazine

LONDON UK - The Events Industry Council (EIC) has today announced its support for VSef, the global data format for the digital events industry. br.

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Customizing the Tools Menus and Toolbars

Caterease

The post Customizing the Tools Menus and Toolbars appeared first on Caterease.

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The Inside Track Celebrates 25 Years in the Trade Show Industry

Exhibitor Magazine

In 1997, after losing his job selling trade show exhibits, Dave Sterne started calling companies that. were exhibiting at the Electronic Entertainmen.

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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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iceland: the land of fire and ice

SevenEvents

when it comes to incentive travel, iceland consistently tops the charts of desired places to visit. the land of fire and ice has a whole host of exciting activities paired with high-end dining and comfortable, spacious hotels. we recently managed a 4 night programme for one of our retail clients, here’s a snippet of what they got up to: whale watching in reykjavik. after landing into kef airport in the late afternoon, the group travelled to reykjavik for their first night, staying at the 1920’s

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Top 9 Hybrid Event Mistakes Successful Event Organizers Avoid

Nunify

Hybrid events are the new normal, bringing together the best of both real and virtual worlds. But hosting a hybrid event the same way you host a live or virtual event can result in low attendee satisfaction and even negatively impact your brand. Here, in this article, we’ve listed out the 9 most important hybrid event mistakes successful event organizers avoid so that you can have a successful event.

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Smart Moves in Kansas City, Scottsdale and More

Smart Meetings

Matt Gleaves. Cunard , a luxury cruise line, appointed Gleaves vice president of commercial for North America and Australia. Gleaves entered the hospitality industry a decade ago when he joined Carnival UK, most recently serving as its vice president of international development and planning. He also held several additional senior positions during his tenure at Carnival UK.