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What Makes Events Truly Accessible

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“Disability is not a monolith – someone who has experience with one will not necessarily have it with others,” said Samantha Evans, certification manager for the International Association of Accessibility Professionals. “There are many types of disabilities outside of the physical – they can involve reading, learning, mental health, even the jarring impact of loud noises.

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At Center for Council, an Ancient Cultural Practice May Help Us Resolve Our Most Contentious Divides

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The 2016 presidential election was a turning point for Maria Schnair. Then a student at the Middlebury Institute of International Studies in Monterey California, Donald Trump’s win opened her eyes to a different political current and sparked her curiosity. ”The 2016 election really rocked my world,” says Schnair. “I felt very shocked and then I […].

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How nonprofits can use event tech to host amazing events.

Expo Pass

Nonprofits are experts at planning events of all kinds. Conferences, galas, 5Ks, BBQs, you name it, they can plan it! But what can event management software do to streamline a nonprofit’s planning process? And, how can event technology benefit a nonprofit in the long term? Easy answer – event technology is the best multipurpose any organization can have!

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How to Reach More People — And Sell More Tickets — With Automation

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When events are your business, numbers count. Last year, our creators reached 83 million unique buyers through Eventbrite. That’s an incredible opportunity to tap into new audiences and sell more tickets. And produce more events. In the first quarter of 2022, paid events per Eventbrite creator averaged 3.2 events for the first quarter, compared to […].

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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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The Current State Of Event Technology Labor

Endless Events

Between the brain drain in the events industry and labor shortages, the event technology labor has transformed dramatically. And not for the better: event planners are finding it increasingly hard to hire reliable and experienced vendors at a reasonable price. Those who have survived the harsh conditions of the pandemic are fully booked and expensive.

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The Evolution of Meetings: Lessons for Navigating a Hybrid Future

Smart Meetings

Editor’s Note : As part of Back Light, a series of articles sharing illuminating insider observations, we asked Geoffrey Wellen, chief customer care officer of 6Connex f or lessons learned from two years of virtual and hybrid events. If there is a silver lining to the pandemic for the meetings industry, it’s this: The pandemic accelerated the evolutions of meetings.

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Giving Better Feedback as an Association Leader

StraussCA

Picture this. As the board chair of your association, you’ve been noticing that the membership committee chair, Bob, is not fulfilling his responsibility as a volunteer leader. Bob has been absent for meetings, is not engaging the rest of the committee, and is not sticking to agreed-upon timelines. The membership committee sees it, the board sees it, and you see it.

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How a Storied F&B Kitchen Went Halal to Accommodate Allies

Smart Meetings

When John Walsh, general manager of The National Conference Center, started preparing the legacy Leesburg, Virginia, meetings venue for its newest clients, he knew he was in for a life and palate-changing experience. This year, one of the country’s largest and most comprehensive conference centers (originally planned as a Xerox learning campus) became a partner with the U.S. government as part of Operation Allies Welcome (OAW).

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5 Sustainable Event Practices for Your Attraction

Eventbrite UK

Sustainable event practices are more important than ever among an increasingly eco-conscious population. In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, research suggests that 62% of adults globally say it’s now more important than before for companies to behave in a more sustainable and eco-friendly way. Recently, attractions such as sporting events and concerts have received […].

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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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Virtual and Hybrid Meeting Tech Updates You Need Now

Smart Meetings

After two years of testing streaming platforms, meeting professionals are asking for more comprehensive solutions and a number of event technology companies have risen to the challenge. We rounded up some of the recent announcements you need to know now to move ahead empowered to deliver regardless of what emergency hits the headlines in the coming months.

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Data-driven Tips for Using Email Marketing to Promote Events

Eventtia

If you’re looking for a powerhouse way to engage your customers, generate leads, and build your brand, then hosting a series of killer events is the way to go. And, a majority of marketers agree. In fact, 83% of B2B marketers are heavily interested in events, and 80% of marketers believe events and event marketing are critical to their company’s success.

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4 Ways Event Organizers Must Modernize to Survive

Special Events

Now more than ever, event organizers must up their game in order to cash in on this post-pandemic era. Here’s how.

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EventDraw: Spotlight on Digital Floorplans

Event Industry News

Imagine this – “Easy To Use” event floor plan software that guarantees “what you see on screen is exactly what will fit within the venue”. Also, imagine having software to create the perfect layout and design for the event’s occasion and style, amazingtechnologythat ensures that your event plans consistently produce high-quality floor designs and seating arrangements.

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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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zkipster company culture

zkipster

In the decade or so since it was founded, zkipster has become a trusted global authority for guest management in the special events world. High profile brands and businesses rely upon our tech, and it powers the world’s best and most buzzed about events and guest experiences. Many people don’t realize that we’re a small company, relatively speaking, given how much we’ve achieved.

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Global community steps back into action at opening of IMEX in Frankfurt

Event Industry News

The global business events community has reunited at IMEX in Frankfurt, which opened today, in a powerful sign of confidence for the sector. IMEX in Frankfurt, which takes place at Messe Frankfurt and runs until Thursday 2 June, marks a milestone moment for the industry: its biggest global gathering since the pandemic. The next three days will see the community reunite – many for the first time in three years – to reconnect and do business, providing a global snapshot of the sector.

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Dionne Maniotes Hulsey to Assume Role of CEO and Managing Partner of Total Hospitality Industry Solutions (THIS)

Exhibitor Magazine

Total Hospitality Industry Solutions (THIS) is pleased to announce that Dionne. Maniotes Hulsey will assume the role of CEO and Managing Partner upon.

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Deputy Mayor & ExCeL unite to champion LONDON event industry at IMEX Frankfurt

Event Industry News

Royal Docks venue reveals construction works well underway on major 25,000sqm expansion programme High-speed Elizabeth line will help drive capital’s economic recovery Rajesh Agrawal states there has “never been better time to host events in London”. Rajesh Agrawal, Deputy Mayor of London for Business, together with representatives from ExCeL London and London & Partners, have used today’s opening of IMEX Frankfurt to champion the capital as a world-class event destination.

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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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LightFair Pavilions Highlight Four Categories with Product Discovery and Education

Exhibitor Magazine

LAS VEGAS  The LightFair Trade Show will present four categorized pavilions The Collective, Design Pavilion, Outdoor Pavilion and Smart Pavilion .

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EPEAK Studio – Superhero Suppliers

Event Industry News

COVID-19 dealt the event industry quite a blow as companies and organizations lost staff and resources through numerous lockdowns and cost saving actions. Budgets were tight and scheduled events were either canceled or postponed to later dates. However, out of this event downturn, virtual conferences came into play, allowing these vendors to continue their annual events using remote technologies.

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Arlington Convention and Visitors Bureau Names Joele Brew Hatton Director of National Accounts

Exhibitor Magazine

ARLINGTON, TX  The Arlington Convention and Visitors Bureau announced today that Joele Brew Hatton has been hired as Director of National Accounts. A.

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EPEAK Studio

Event Industry News

EPEAK Studio is a global event management & content creation agency that quickly rose to being a leading content provider for technology brands from around the globe. By embracing technology, EPEAK Studio is driven to look for and to use the latest cutting-edge solutions to best serve their clients. Ranging from global corporations to local nonprofits, these businesses trust EPEAK Studio to fulfill their project goals and present their brands in the best possible light.

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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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Gala Award Submissions Now Being Accepted!

Special Events

Check out this year's new categories!

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Worried about event attendance? Boost last-minute registrations by targeting the right people with Superlinked

Event Industry News

Virtual events are the “new normal”. Despite the gradual return of live events, 70% of event organisers still plan to cater to a virtual audience. Even before this seismic shift brought by the pandemic, bringing in the right audiences to professional events was a challenge. Now it’s even tougher. In response, event professionals are turning to Superlinked , a new audience acquisition platform which helps them attract the ideal audience to their events by focusing their attendee acquisition campa

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Destinations International Announces European Pathfinders Programme

Exhibitor Magazine

FRANKFURT, GERMANY  Destinations International, the world's largest resource for official destination organizations and convention and visitors bure.

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Winners Parade tops off Liverpool FC’s Season’s Success

Event Industry News

The Liverpool FC Winners Parade – accompanied by Calvin Harris playing live on the team bus – was a huge “thank you” from the club to the fans and City Partners, with Symphotech contracted by Culture Liverpool to help deliver the parade. The Liverpool team landed from Paris and took to the traditional red open-topped busses, where 750,000 fans greeted them along the 15km route through the city streets to the red smoke of the Waterfront finalé.

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Download 7 Exceptional Event Email Templates for Driving Attendee Engagement

Download "7 Exceptional Event Email Templates for Driving Attendee Engagement" eBook and write winning event emails right away! Relying on decades of social science research and cutting edge behavioral data, SpotMe shows you their science-based methods for creating wildly successful event-marketing email campaigns for almost any situation. SpotMe is the event management platform for B2B marketers.

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Specialist Set Builders Diagon Expand in South East London

Exhibitor Magazine

LONDON - Specialist set designers Diagon, who provide bespoke scenic build and installation services for the retail, exhibition and event sectors, ha.

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Manchester Central CEO receives Northern Leadership Award

Event Industry News

The CEO of Manchester Central, one of the UK’s largest event venues, has been named the Top 50 City Region Leader for Greater Manchester, in recognition of his commitment to the Greater Manchester business community and the impact the venue has had in boosting the recovery of the region. Shaun Hinds, CEO at Manchester Central since 2017, has a successful 25-year career in travel, hospitality, property and business.

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Building Better Events with Data

InGo

There’s no doubt that the use of big data has exploded over the past few years with every industry – from finance to manufacturing – leveraging it for smarter and faster decision making. Whether it’s boosting sales, rolling out a new product, or improving the customer experience, data can play a critical role in optimizing multiple aspects of any business.