Mon.Nov 18, 2019

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Google Hits Quantum Supremacy: What This Means For The Events Industry

Endless Events

Buckle up, because we’re about to get down with Google quantum supremacy! It was recently announced – or better yet, leaked – that Google managed to achieve this so-called quantum supremacy. And you’re probably wondering what that means. And exactly how this can potentially relate to events. Well, lately, we’ve been taking a look at the broader technological landscape and bringing you the scoop.

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6 Ways to Plan a Corporate Event that Doesn’t Suck

EventSource

Many people dread having to go to company events – bad food, awkward small talk and giving up a Friday night to hang out with people you’ve been with all week, sigh. That being said, corporate events are extremely important to show your appreciation for your employees and boost morale. So, how do you host a corporate event that your employees will actually enjoy?

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The Impact of Instagram Like Removal for Caterers

Caterease

If you haven’t been on social media, specifically Instagram recently, you would be unaware that Instagram has decided to test. The post The Impact of Instagram Like Removal for Caterers appeared first on Caterease.

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Eventbrite Music’s Ask The Industry Episode 2: “Best and Worst Show”

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In this episode, we learn which shows went well, which didn't go so well, and what advice industry folks might've had for their younger selves.

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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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What Growing Bidder Interest in WeWork’s Meetup Means for the Event Industry

EventMB

Sources tell EventMB that bidding is happening for Meetup.com. What does that mean for the event industry? The recent departure of WeWork’s CEO and subsequent management reshuffle has made public the company’s intention to sell Meetup. News is that bidding is underway. Sources tell EventMB that WeWork is fielding several bids for Meetup, the […].

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Crowd Connected and Mapwize unveil partnership with public demonstration at Event Tech Live

Event Industry News

Integration provides best-in-class solution for app-based indoor navigation. Crowd Connected, whose visitor tracking technology is widely used across the global events industry, and Mapwize, a leading indoor mapping provider, today announced the availability of an integration of their respective platforms. The integration enables events and venues to provide a best-in-class navigation experience for event attendees, delivered through the official mobile app.

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Tips for Hosting an Event for Your Ecommerce Store

Eventinterface

An event can be a superb way to boost your ecommerce business. Many store owners do not think about hosting an event for their store because the operation is carried out online but it can be an excellent way to promote your store, engage with your target audience and raise awareness. If you are thinking about hosting an event for your ecommerce store then you need to carefully plan the event so that it is worthwhile and will help your brand to succeed.

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Harlequin Floors provides flooring to the world’s largest technology conference

Event Industry News

Harlequin Floors , the global leader in advanced technology flooring and studio equipment for dance, performing arts, entertainment and events is thrilled to have supplied the stage flooring for the Global Web Summit in Lisbon. Over 70,000 people and 1,800 start-ups from all over the world gathered at the event in Lisbon from the 4th-7th November, bringing together the people and companies redefining the global tech industry.

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Important Communication With Entertainers Prior to an Event

Event Leadership Institute

Smarticle. READ TIME: 4 minutes. Although communicating clearly with entertainers prior to an event seems obvious, it is often overlooked. This results in unnecessary frustration and anxiety on event day. Logistical challenges, miscommunications, and last minute surprises at the event can fluster or agitate performers, which can inadvertently reduce the quality of their performance.

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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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Event Genius celebrate Best Sales Technology win at Event Technology Awards

Event Industry News

It’s all smiles in the Event Genius office after their cashless payment system – Event Genius Pay – took home the award for Best Sales Technology at the Event Tech Awards after twelve months of successful event deliveries and new feature releases including mobile top-ups and an enhanced self-serve reporting suite. The win follows up being named Best Ticketing Provider earlier in the year (Event Production Awards) and is also the second award win for Event Genius Pay specifically after picking up

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Home Life Worries U.S. Business Travelers Most

MeetingsNet

New research shows American business travelers are most concerned about home-life deterioration when away, while international business travelers worry most about office issues. Can meeting planners help? Independent research commissioned by business-travel-management platform CWT finds the two biggest concerns of frequent business travelers across the world are home-life friction and putting pressure on office colleagues.

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Making the Most of Media for Your Special Event

Special Events

The impact of your special event can live far beyond the event itself if you know how to handle media effectively.

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Unleashing Event Innovation Through Hackathons

Maritz Global Events

Post authored by Jamie Murdock, Vice President, Sales. It’s no longer a secret: hackathons are quickly becoming utilized to generate new ideas and spark event innovation across the industry. It’s a fun, engaging way to encourage guests to solve the very stumbling blocks that plague their organizations or industries. If you’re unaware of this new phenomenon, here’s a great place to start your journey.

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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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Make Your Event a Grand Success with SWOT Analysis

SmartMeetings

Have you ever dared to produce an event only to find out that no one cared? Pity, all the effort you put into planning wasn’t appreciated, or worse, noticed. The problem may be a lack of data. More : Event Data is Driving Increased Revenue. Of course, there are times when just winging it works, but making decisions based on instinct alone is a risky and cavalier approach.

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Farnborough International announces major change to senior leadership team

Event Industry News

Major changes were announced to the senior leadership team of Farnborough International with the appointment of Joe Muir to the role of sales director and Ben Gleeson (pictured right) to the role of director of operations. The move to strengthen the senior leadership team comes nine months ahead of the July 2020 Farnborough International Airshow which has proven to be the fastest-selling show to date.

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My two-word ikigai

Conferences that Work

The Japanese have a word ikigai , which roughly translates to “the reason you get out of bed in the morning.” Here’s my two-word ikigai : Facilitating connection. Do you know your ikigai ? Graphic attribution: The Toronto Star — and a hat tip to Cool Tools for sharing this great graphic. Read the full article at Conferences That Work The post My two-word ikigai appeared first on Conferences That Work.

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Strata’s Twelve Agency boosted by a dozen new recruits, including Laura Awcock in the role of client services director

Event Industry News

Strata Creative Communications has announced twelve new additions to the agency across all departments from client services to logistics, and finance to operations. Laura Awcock joins in the role of client services director dedicated to supporting the agency’s pharmaceutical business. Laura brings with her over 11 years’ industry experience from her time with Global Event Solutions, including her most recent position as operations director responsible for a number of leading pharmaceutical clien

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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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Defaulting Menu Item Quantities and Linking to Guest Counts

Caterease

The post Defaulting Menu Item Quantities and Linking to Guest Counts appeared first on Caterease.

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Pause and refresh for productivity

Plan Your Meetings

The amount of stress that you experience everyday might well be increasing. Instead of letting everything you come into contact with master you, seek to master your environment, only allowing those things you choose to come into your consciousness. Attempting to do too many things at once only leads to stress. Taking a strategic pause every now and then can lessen the time pressure you feel, help you to be more productive for the brunt of your career and probably help you to live longer.