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JANUARY 2, 2019

As the events industry heads into a new year, the market for live experiences shows no signs of slowing down. This thriving economic climate is great news for events looking to grow — but it also means that promotion and marketing are more important than ever to make your experience stand out. To find out […]. The post New Data: How Event Marketing Will Change in 2019 appeared first on Eventbrite US Blog.

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Velvet Chainsaw

JANUARY 2, 2019

It’s a common, well-accepted, well-worn and overused term: the New Normal. It’s also stealthily deceptive and destructive. It’s critical that successful leaders understand that linear thinking is just an exit ramp in a world of exponential change. Many of today’s leaders, especially association board of directors and CEOs, think that the new normal will eventually stabilize.

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EventMB

JANUARY 2, 2019

The event industry never stands still and top event planners strive for continuous development to keep them at the top of their game. To help busy event planners, over the course of 2018 we have published a number of free reports, full of inspiration, strategy and learning, written by experts with countless years of […]. The post 8 Must Read Reports for Eventprofs by EventMB Studio Team appeared first on [link].

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BizBash

JANUARY 2, 2019

From a crowd-sourced mural and trees made of balloons to innovative uses of augmented reality and a truly immersive photo.

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JANUARY 2, 2019

Events are a time for individuals to come together and learn something new. They’re a time for event planners to provide guests with an experience they’ll remember. In fact, 91 percent of event planners measure whether or not an event is successful based on attendee satisfaction, according to EventMB. What are some ways you can make sure to get attendees to your event, fill seats, and make it so as many people as possible can remember your event?

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Core-apps

JANUARY 2, 2019

Thinking Beyond the Buzz, Experience Design is Where the Industry is Heading. By Wayne Crawford, VP Sales. “I guess we’re all just ‘designing experiences’ now.” I heard someone say, with air quotes around the buzzy term, at IAEE Expo! Expo! last week. Members of the group I was talking with eye rolled and chuckled at the “jargon of the day” reference.

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Connect Your Meetings

JANUARY 2, 2019

We love our young event professionals, but they aren’t the only ones who deserve special recognition. Connect is looking to honor 15 event professionals who have spent their career moving the meetings industry forward. These individuals can be planners, sales managers and executives, destination marketing veterans, hoteliers, venue managers, chefs or serve in any other role vital to providing attendees with memorable experiences.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 2, 2019

Security was barely even an afterthought when planning an executive offsite or corporate event five years ago. However, attacks on shopping districts, sports stadiums and convention centers?have become an all-too-common occurrence. In fact, the number of mass shootings in the U.S. rose above 300 in 2018, prompting event planners to reevaluate their physical security strategies.

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ePly

JANUARY 2, 2019

There’s a lot to juggle with event planning and sometimes, you just need a refresher. So we have asked a few fellow event planners, what are some of their must know tips and hacks for events.

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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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BizBash

JANUARY 2, 2019

1. MORE HOTELS ARE HOSTING THEIR OWN MUSIC FESTIVALS: Hotels are often the choice of lodging for music festival attendees.

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Endless Events

JANUARY 2, 2019

Today we are reflecting on 2018 and discussing our hosts favorite tools for event profs from the past year. In this episode of #EventIcons our hosts Will Curran, Brandt Krueger, Tahira Endean, and Alex Plaxen will share all about their favorite tools for event profs. Our hosts will fill you in on their favorite episodes of the year, books, podcasts, apps, tech gadgets and so much more!

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PCMA Convene

JANUARY 2, 2019

Andrew Sykes will speak at Convening Leaders 2019 about the habits of magnetic human beings. Convene spoke with Andrew Sykes, founder of the Behavioral Research Applied Technology Laboratory (BRATLAB), for a preview of his Convening Leaders 2019 session, “High Performance Habits of Magnetic Human Beings,” at 9 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 9. Here’s how Sykes — whose decades of business-consulting experience include work with such clients as Shell Oil, McDonald’s, and British Aerospace — teed it up: The

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Event Industry News

JANUARY 2, 2019

Summer 2019 will see the spectacular Museum of the Moon, by artist Luke Jerram, installed in London’s Natural History Museum. From Friday 17 th May until Sunday 8 th September 2019, event organisers will have the exclusive opportunity to host their events under the incredible moon. The world renowned art installation, measuring six metres in diameter, features detailed NASA imagery to perfectly recreate the moon’s surface.

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PCMA Convene

JANUARY 2, 2019

Norgaard previously founded a company that broke gender stereotypes in the toy industry. (Her Go! Go! Sports Girls brand was acquired by Jazwares toy company in 2016.) She now specializes in marketing and launching new products. My big moment started under ordinary circumstances and what I have learned is that you don’t need to be a genius, extremely talented, have unlimited resources, or a giant team to create change.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 2, 2019

Take a fresh look at the dynamically changing face of Seattle with Sheraton Grand Seattle. Since the angst and energy of the 1990s grunge music revolution put Seattle firmly on most people’s radars, the city has continued to blossom with a new generation of creative minds and an exciting entrepreneurial spirit, making it a beacon for startups. The freshly renovated Sheraton Grand Seattle provides an inspiring backdrop for businesses to meet in Emerald City.

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Cvent: Event Marketing

JANUARY 2, 2019

A great attendee experience starts long before the event begins. It’s all about delivering a seamless, personalized event experience. More than that, it’s about gathering data on attendees that can be used to personalize their experience and gain greater insights. The level of engagement is determined by convenience, personalization, networking, attendee data capture, and appointment scheduling.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 2, 2019

Conde Nast editors have some suggestions for where to host your next meeting. The travel magazine announced their 2019 top hotels in the world and the United States managed to snag 13 of the 14 best hotels in North America honors with hotels located across the country, from New York to California. Read on for the hotel wins in the U.S. 1. Sunset Tower, Los Angeles.

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Bizzabo

JANUARY 2, 2019

They say great products are built by great customers. In 2018, we made this vision our #1 priority and reality, by releasing core, innovative product features based on customer feedback. 1. The next generation of the Bizzabo agenda. Undoubtedly, the new agenda is the star of 2018. From day one it was clear to us that the agenda is the beating heart of an event, and that an engaging agenda means an engaging event.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 2, 2019

Nestled on 550 acres of the Native American Santa Ana Pueblo, Hyatt Regency Tamaya Resort & Spa is steeped in hundreds of years of history and culture. Where else can you find authentic cultural experiences led by tribal members like Pueblo Oven Bread Baking, Storytelling Under the Stars, jewelry making and Native dance performances? From spa treatments incorporating local indigenous ingredients to a championship golf course winding through 19 ancient cultural sites, the culture of the Tamay

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PCMA Convene

JANUARY 2, 2019

It’s the New Year, and that means one thing: We’re in resolution-making mode — about fitness, relationships, and of course, how to improve our career. Travis Bradberry, Ph.D., recently shared some tips with Quartz at Work on 12 daily habits that exceptional leaders share. “Great leadership is indeed a difficult thing to pin down and understand,” writes Bradberry, coauthor of Emotional Intelligence 2.0 and cofounder of TalentSmart, which provides emotional intelligence tests and training for Fort

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All Seated

JANUARY 2, 2019

With the likely exception of buying a house or a car, it seems like just about every deal these days is sealed with an e-signature instead of a hearty in-person handshake. Digital signatures are just one disruption to the long-standing tradition of a handshake to close an agreement. The World Wide Web and other technologies have fundamentally redefined how decisions are researched, negotiated and purchased – especially for millennial and Generation Z buyers who combined represent approximately 1

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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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PCMA Convene

JANUARY 2, 2019

Harvard Business Review. A small amount of focused effort can reap long-term benefits and ensure the arduous days you spent connecting face-to-face weren’t wasted. ( Harvard Business Review ). Read More.

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Master the Event

JANUARY 2, 2019

The post How to Create a Wedding Planning Timeline appeared first on mastertheevent.com.

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PCMA Convene

JANUARY 2, 2019

The New York Times. With much of the federal government closed because of the budget standoff, museums are shuttered, tour guides are unavailable and trash is piling up. Read More.

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Cvent: Event Marketing

JANUARY 2, 2019

Here for a business meeting or an event? You’ll find that Reno Tahoe is filled to the brim with endless experiences, leaving professionals inspired to add an extra day (or a few days) for leisure in our destination. Après-Ski Activities. After a day of hitting the slopes at one of our world-class ski resorts, nothing is better than a well-deserved happy hour.

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PCMA Convene

JANUARY 2, 2019

TechWell collaborates with innovators, thought leaders, coaches, and educators to balance well-being and productivity in the technological age. Blankson is also the bestselling author of The Future of Happiness: 5 Modern Strategies for Balancing Productivity and Well-Being in the Digital Era. We’re fortunate enough today to be living in a time where the cognitive revolution has collided with the technological revolution, giving us the opportunity to peel back the layers of our mind to really und

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Cvent: Event Marketing

JANUARY 2, 2019

Lackawanna County , Pennsylvania, is growing again with new venues, attractions, restaurants, and additional meeting space. Explore the city and its surrounding regions to discover everything they have to offer! After an extensive remodel to its conference level, the Hilton Scranton and Conference now boasts 193 sleeping rooms and combined meeting space of 14,602 square feet.

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PCMA Convene

JANUARY 2, 2019

Agarwal, a Forbes magazine contributor, works with organizations and individuals to help them think outside the box and make mental health and equality a priority. Creativity is not just the left or right side of your brain. It’s a series of dynamic interconnected processes happening across many sides of your brain. Creativity is about making unusual connections.

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