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The Secret Recipe to Great Event Networking

EventMB

Facilitating great networking at your event is a lot of work. Yet, it’s incredibly important because it’s one of the top draws of events. There are many ways to promote better networking but most of them boil down to this recipe for success. Networking has a strange appeal. It draws crowds and terrifies all at […]. The post The Secret Recipe to Great Event Networking by EventMB Team appeared first on [link].

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10 New Venues in Toronto for Winter Meetings and Events

BizBash

Here's a look at new Toronto eateries, drinking spots, hotels, conference areas, private rooms, and other spaces to open for.

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10 Truths Our Event Clients Should Know [Video]

EventMB

In this new video we take a look at some of the major truths that we want our clients to understand when it comes to hiring an event professional. ##abovethefold## With new event businesses starting everyday, it’s no wonder that our clients really don’t know what to expect from vendor to vendor. Here are some of the major […]. The post 10 Truths Our Event Clients Should Know [Video] by EventMB Team appeared first on [link].

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9 Culture Sandwiches for Your Meeting or Event

SmartMeetings

National Sandwich Day on Friday, November 3, is a great day to celebrate the grab-and-go lunch staple that appears at many event mid-day meals. The convenient treat dates back to 18 th century England when John Montagu, the fourth Earl of Sandwich, enjoyed putting beef between a few slices of bread while playing cards with his friends. Impressed, they began asking for the “same as Sandwich,” and thus the dish was termed.

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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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Columbus: Smart, Inclusive, and Full of Surprises

PCMA Convene

The Short North Arts District in downtown Columbus is adjacent to the Greater Columbus Convention Center. When I landed at John Glenn International Airport in Columbus for a press trip in September, it was rush hour. So I was disappointed but not surprised that when I punched the address for my hotel into the Uber app, I saw that I had a 17-minute wait for a car.

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Checklist to Plan an Event in 30 Days or Less

Attendee Events

Do you have to plan an event quickly? Even though every event organizer dreams of having a full year or more to plan the perfect event, the reality is typically far less. You may even find that the ball has been dropped in your court and someone else has walked away, having finished very little of the planning. If you have 30 days or less to pull everything together, then you’ll want to print out this checklist.

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5 Essential Olive Oil Tastings and Tours You Must Visit

SmartMeetings

Forget wine; it’s olive oil season. Olive oil tasting is the inclusive way to bring a group together for an unusual and educational culinary adventure. Even those who do not drink alcohol can enjoy learning the subtle differences in types, processes and uses while learning more about each other. Here are 5 places across the country for sharing a taste of liquid gold. 1.

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Government reaffirm commitment to grow Britain’s business events sector

Event Industry News

Image: From left: Simon Hughes, MC. Giles Smith, Head of Tourism, Heritage & Cultural Diplomacy, DCMS. Robin Johnson, Europe Director, VB. Joss Croft, Managing Director Marketing DIT VisitBritain and key government partners have reaffirmed their commitment to grow Britain’s business events industry to senior leaders today. The Business of Events Leadership Forum, led by BVEP […].

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10 Top Places to Host Your Next Event

SmartMeetings

Venues play a key role in hosting an event, and sometimes it can tricky to find a place that is attractive, fun, and accommodates large meetings. Lonely Planet’s Top 10 Must-See Cities for 2018 helps to pinpoint great places for your next event. Most of them are international destinations , which means there are plenty of options for incentive meetings. 1.

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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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3 Techniques for Connecting with Clients

PCMA Convene

Everyone is a salesperson, according to John Asher, sales and marketing consultant and author of the recently released book Close Deals Faster. “Sales,” writes Asher, “applies to anyone who understands that selling skills are part of being successful in any profession.”. As an event organizer, connecting with clients is the key to a successful business relationship.

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The Best New Group Activity Ever?

SmartMeetings

Photo credit: Paula Lobo/The Metropolitan Museum of Art. Watch for this at a museum or other hallowed cultural landmark near you. Because this is one of those ideas your groups will be clamoring for soon. At Metropolitan Museum of Art , New York City’s High Temple of Culture, a pair of lithe ladies in sparkly cocktail dresses and sneakers stands at the ready.

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Podcast: Event Tech Live co-founder talks new content and expanded show

Event Industry News

Download this episode (right click and save) With Event Tech Live only a few days away, the Event Industry News podcast invited co-founder Adam Parry on to talk about what we’ll see at this year’s event. The show is Europe’s only dedicated show for event tech, during the podcast Adam speaks about how important […]. The post Podcast: Event Tech Live co-founder talks new content and expanded show appeared first on Event Industry News.

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3 Reasons Event Planners Benefit from Learning Event Tech & AV

Event Leadership Institute

You’re excitedly planning your next event, and your proposal for event tech and audio visual (AV) just came in. You hastily grab the document and begin scanning. Without really knowing what you’re looking at, you say, “looks good to me!”, negotiate a little bit, and then hire the supplier. Sound familiar? Countless event planners feel as if they have most parts of being a planner down pat, except for tech and AV.

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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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Chris Trimmer on Building Relationships

PCMA Convene

Chris Trimmer, Executive Director, ISID. Chris Trimmer. Executive Director, International Society for Infectious Diseases (ISID), Boston, Massachusetts. EDUCATION Undergraduate degree in biology, Royal Holloway, University of London; masters in business administration from Southampton University, U.K. MY FIRST INDUSTRY JOB Executive officer for the Society for Experimental Biology.

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