EventMB
OCTOBER 29, 2020
A complex and evolving landscape of virtual event tech has left event professionals with a lot of questions. How long will virtual events last? How much should I charge for them? How do I fight Zoom fatigue and keep my virtual audience from feeling like an afterthought? What do I need? Fortunately, EventMB has the […]. The post Virtual Event Tech Playbook 2020 Free Report by EventMB Studio Team appeared first on [link].
Special Events
OCTOBER 29, 2020
Your website and social media are channels to build connections and engage with your target market, but if you’re not communicating on their level, they’ll likely move on to someone who “speaks their language.
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EventMB
OCTOBER 29, 2020
In August, Germany performed an experiment with 2,000 participants to understand how the Coronavirus spreads at events. Here are the results. In August 2020, many of us were captured by a very promising experiment that planned to shed light on how the virus spreads at events. The event industry has been devastated under the stigma […]. The post Understanding How Coronavirus Spreads at Events: New Research by Julius Solaris appeared first on [link].
Endless Events
OCTOBER 29, 2020
Even though digital experiences are our industry’s bread and butter right now, some doubts still linger. Because everything is so new, that’s more than understandable! And one of the biggest question marks we’ve noticed pertains to a virtual event RFP. In the past, these were pretty straightforward. But now that the rules of the game have completely changed, how are organizations supposed to go about the Request For Proposal process?
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SmartMeetings
OCTOBER 29, 2020
Editor’s Note : As part of Back Light, a series of articles sharing illuminating insider observations, we asked Cara Banasch, vice president of sales with Omni Hotels & Resorts to share some of her insights from a cross-country road trip to visit with clients and community leaders at 15 Omni properties between Boston and Minneapolis. Cara Banasch.
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EventSource
OCTOBER 29, 2020
Leslie and Damien’s rustic-chic wedding is nothing short of stunning. The couple’s celebration showcased their love and personalities perfectly, including their favourite place on earth: the Beaches area in Toronto. Not only is it a place where they both live but also where they met and where their parents live. It’s a place filled with history of their relationship, which they paid tribute to on their beautiful big day.
Event Leadership Institute
OCTOBER 29, 2020
While safety and risk have always been a part of our events, COVID-19 has tested all past assumptions. As some organizations consider planning and holding in-person events and gatherings, and other communities are in the early stages of moving ahead, there are many new questions to consider. Read on for 33 questions to evaluate when planning for the return of in-person events, curated from planners who recently completed our Pandemic Meeting & Event Design certificate course.
Bizzabo
OCTOBER 29, 2020
What will events look like next year? Can we expect in-person events to return? Our recent industry report reveals the answers to these burning questions. At the beginning of 2020, the events industry, like so many others, was completely blindsided. Companies with a year’s worth of events in their pipeline had to face incredibly difficult decisions about whether to cancel, postpone, or adopt a virtual or hybrid solution for their events.
Event Industry News
OCTOBER 29, 2020
By Matt Coyne, Connector of people, spaces and technology. Exhibitors are inherently lazy. I’ve attended and presented at multiple exhibitor masterclasses or education sessions over the last 15 years and it always irks me when we see the same basic processes not being practiced. Think back to most of events you’ve organized or those you’ve exhibited at.
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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
PCMA Convene
OCTOBER 29, 2020
In the history of event planning, 2020 will be the year that brought the most cataclysmic changes. Until 2021! Events are going to look vastly different next year when we are all able to return to face-to-face. From seating arrangements to group dining, personal greetings to bathroom breaks, from speaker mics to sharing materials — and let’s acknowledge that virtual components complementing in-person activities are here to stay – nothing will be the same.
Eventtia
OCTOBER 29, 2020
The past few months have been a rollercoaster for professionals across the globe. There was a sudden surge in online conferences and webinars given the unfavorable situations for hosting a live in-person event.
Event Industry News
OCTOBER 29, 2020
Lou Kiwanuka is founder and MD of training specialist The Shaper Group, vice chair, about to be chair, at ESSA and part of EventWellPledge – a social enterprise set up to support industry people in need. In this episode we discuss the DCMS exhibition pilot Lou attended ahead of the proposed restart in October and the learnings she took from that as a visitor.
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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.
Event Industry News
OCTOBER 29, 2020
This year’s NOEA Annual General Meeting & Convention will embrace conversations around the industry – Past, Present and Future – through three online events taking place throughout the association’s ‘convention week’; w/c 16th November. The discussions will take place on an online platform and through a series of informal ‘Chatrooms’ that allow delegates to speak in an open and relaxed environment with their peers. .
All Seated
OCTOBER 29, 2020
As we continue to move forward during the COVID-19 Pandemic, it’s been important to us to stay connected and in touch with the event pros in our industry. Kevin Dennis, Owner of Fantasy Sound Event Services, was a panelist during one of the Connecting Our Community webinars in the spring. We checked in with him recently to see how his business has been since we last spoke during the webinar.
Event Industry News
OCTOBER 29, 2020
Own a B2B Market Network for Your Industry. Leading trade show organizers and associations use Balluun’s technology to extend their event business with a white-labeled B2B marketplace, integrated with robust social network and business applications. What’s Included in Your Platform. Full B2B market network: social network, e-commerce and business applications White-labeled with your style and branding Highly configurable to fit your industry and audience 360° analytics with domain KPI and
Skift
OCTOBER 29, 2020
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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!
Bizzabo
OCTOBER 29, 2020
We’re highlighting event marketing professionals behind 2020's top 100 cloud companies around the world. These are the heroes to watch. For the 5th consecutive year, Forbes - Along with Bessemer Venture Partners and Salesforce Ventures - has released The Cloud 100 - the top 100 brands that are leading the way in tech. These companies, ranging from startups to huge corporations, come from every industry all over the world.
Eventinterface
OCTOBER 29, 2020
Managing and creating business events can be a very demanding task for an individual. Not only do they have to deal with planning the event and implementing it, they also need to schedule activities and sessions, have some form of analysis on the event, and promote the event in the most suitable places. This is a lot for a single person, or even a small team, to take on.
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