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NOVEMBER 28, 2017

At an event, the disengaged attendee is an event planner’s worst enemy. If you’re looking for a way to get attendees to pay attention and participate at your event, gamification could be the perfect way to make sure your attendees are taking part in the proceedings. While gamification isn’t new to the industry, it can be confusing to design, and difficult to find a vendor who has the experience to help integrate it fully into an event.

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Eventbrite UK

NOVEMBER 28, 2017

Technology helps to improve workflow processes but if those processes aren't streamlined, problems can arise. Here are our top API and integration tips. The post How to Automate Your Event Technology Using APIs and Integrations appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.

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NOVEMBER 28, 2017

Event planning jobs can be tough to find. The classified section of your local newspaper might be the best option if you are looking within a specific region. However, if you are not sticking to a specific area, here are a few of the most popular sources to help you in your search (may it be speedy and successful!). 10 Resources to Find Event Planning Jobs. 1.

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Eventbrite UK

NOVEMBER 28, 2017

Our Pulse Report 2018 survey is now live! Your opinions are the ones that matter and we would love for you to contribute this year. The post Get Involved in Our Annual Event Industry Survey appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.

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BizBash

NOVEMBER 28, 2017

The first year of a president’s first term is always expected to impact the social and cultural scene in Washington.

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BizBash

NOVEMBER 28, 2017

For the launch of its newest cameras and software, GoPro focused on two things: introducing the product to fans worldwide.

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PCMA Convene

NOVEMBER 28, 2017

Every company is now a technology and media company, according to Anders Sorman-Nilsson, founder of strategic consulting firm Thinque. Even in the experience-based meetings industry, companies should focus on providing quality content and using technology to “develop and see the patterns in terms of their customers’ preferences,” Sorman-Nilsson says in the latest video for The Intersection, presented by PCMA and PSAV.

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Capterra Event Management

NOVEMBER 28, 2017

When I was first hired at Capterra, the long lists of software in our event management software directory were intimidating for me. There are so many systems to choose from, sometimes hundreds in each list, making it hard to decipher which ones are better suited for the needs of your business. It’s hard to find the time to go through the nuances of each and every software option on the market, especially when you’re busy in the corporate world.

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Event Industry News

NOVEMBER 28, 2017

Over a quarter of young people (27%) think mobile phones should be banned at live music events because filming and photography is distracting and takes away from the experience. In a new survey by event guide and ticketing outlet, Skiddle, over 1,200 young people between the ages of 16-30 were questioned about the use of mobile phones […]. The post Over a quarter of young people think mobile phones should be banned at gigs appeared first on Event Industry News.

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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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SmartMeetings

NOVEMBER 28, 2017

Following Thanksgiving , there’s Black Friday, Small Business Saturday and Cyber Monday. Those are all days dedicated to consuming. But, today is Giving Tuesday, which is about giving back to those in need. Meeting professionals have long incorporated charitable donations into events. During a year marked by natural disasters across the country from wild fires in California to hurricanes in Texas, Florida and Puerto Rico, more families than ever before are in need of warm coats for their bodies,

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Event Industry News

NOVEMBER 28, 2017

A Six Nations rugby double-header is coming to Coventry’s Ricoh Arena for the first time next year. The Six Nations Under 20s Championship is arriving at the home of Wasps Rugby Club on Friday, March 16 when Grand Slam champions England round off their campaign against Ireland (kick-off 8pm). England’s women will also take to […]. The post Ricoh Arena to host Six Nations appeared first on Event Industry News.

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SmartMeetings

NOVEMBER 28, 2017

Holiday events are tricky. The goal is to establish memories of twinkling conversation and eggnog-induced laughter. However, they can easily slip into an awkwardness so brutal, that you begin to sympathize with Scrooge’s disdain for mankind. So get under that mistletoe, it’s time to kiss stale holiday traditions goodbye in favor of something fresh. And we’re not just talking candy canes.

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Event Industry News

NOVEMBER 28, 2017

By Tez Patel, Creative Director, Freeman Technology has changed our daily lives as we know it, in both a personal and professional sense. In the world of events, we know how important it is to deliver personalised brand experiences, but the question remains: how can we effectively cater to every guest in this way? I […]. The post Tech and experience design: a symbiotic relationship appeared first on Event Industry News.

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NOVEMBER 28, 2017

Here is the straight up truth. Virtual Reality is not going to be a thing for most conferences and events for a long, long, time. Really, it isn’t. This is not something your attendees are going to be screaming for in the foreseeable future and it is not something that is going to make or break a conference or event. Don’t worry, you can chill.

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Event Industry News

NOVEMBER 28, 2017

2 years ago, Hugh Robertson completed his expedition with Team Enterprise to the North Pole to raise funds for The Princes Trust. Now just two years later, he and the rest of the team are heading to The South Pole to raise more funds, this time for The Prince’s Trust and The Roundhouse. The team’s […]. The post RPM founder and CEO, Hugh Robertson ventures to The South Pole with Team Enterprise to raise funds for The Prince’s Trust and The Roundhouse Trust appeared first on Event Industry N

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SmartMeetings

NOVEMBER 28, 2017

The greatest gift this holiday season is the gift of health. Busy business people may not make time to go to the doctor or pharmacy for a flu shot because it conflicts with their work schedule. Once one person in an office catches the virus, it spreads like wildfire. Being cooped up on an airplane or in a meeting room are also recipes for flu disaster.

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Event Industry News

NOVEMBER 28, 2017

The organiser of Event Buyers Live has announced a high profile speaker line up, further cementing its impressive reputation of informing and inspiring event professionals. The tournament director of the Aegon Championships, Stephen Farrow, is the latest industry professional set to speak at Event Buyers Live, taking place at The Belfry on February 21 and […].

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SmartMeetings

NOVEMBER 28, 2017

Las Vegas loves its aging celebrities. Billboards and LED displays all over The Strip hype shows by stars who you’ll never see on Saturday Night Live anymore but who live on in this desert oasis. Some of them don’t even have a pulse anymore – but are honored nightly by outrageous impersonators in glitter and gowns. Or, at least in one case, they have a restaurant named for them.

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Event Industry News

NOVEMBER 28, 2017

A day of lively debate and discussion was had as Scotland’s events and festivals industry came together on Monday (27 November) at this year’s National Events Conference: Setting the Stage for 2025. Hosted by sports broadcaster, Eilidh Barbour, and held at Glasgow’s Technology & Innovation Centre, 42 expert speakers and a capacity audience gathered for the […].

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SmartMeetings

NOVEMBER 28, 2017

A volcano on the popular resort and cultural island of Bali continues to spray ash 2 ½ miles into the skies, stranding an estimated 160,000 tourists for a second day. It remained unclear on Tuesday if the eruption would worsen or when it might be over. The beaches of Bali are a favored destination for Australians during winter months in the Southern Hemisphere.

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Nuila Events LLC

NOVEMBER 28, 2017

Event marketing is one of the trickiest concepts for ANY event organizer to master. Long gone are the days when you could send out quick, generic eBlasts and call it a day. Let’s face it - the market is saturated with worthy causes and amazing sounding events, and it’s overwhelming. How can you capture the attention of YOUR perfect audience… and get them to pay attention to what you’re doing?

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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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SmartMeetings

NOVEMBER 28, 2017

If you guessed Dubai, take a bow. A little less than a year from now, the Middle East nation will welcome the International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA) , as meetings professionals from around the globe will gather to discuss key challenges and opportunities in the events world. The meeting will take place November 11-14 at Dubai World Trade Centre.

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Event Industry News

NOVEMBER 28, 2017

ExCeL London has announced that David Pegler, CEO, has left the company. David joined ExCeL in 2008 as Managing Director and, following the appointment of Kevin Murphy as Chairman, was appointed Chief Executive Officer in early 2013. ADNEC has announced that ExCeL’s Executive Director Exhibitions, Jeremy Rees, has been appointed Acting Chief Executive Officer with […].

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SmartMeetings

NOVEMBER 28, 2017

When reports of sexual harassment start coming from industries as varied as Hollywood, politics and, most recently TED Talks , that is a sure sign that putting measures in place to protect against unlawful discrimination is now a requirement for every endeavor, including meetings and events. TED management responded to allegations that four female attendees at a 2017 conference in Vancouver were sexually harassed by removing and banning the two men involved, promoting a code of conduct and publi

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Planner WIre

NOVEMBER 28, 2017

Here is the straight up truth. Virtual Reality is not going to be a thing for most conferences and events for a long, long, time. Really, it isn’t. This is not something your… Continue.

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SmartMeetings

NOVEMBER 28, 2017

Stacy T. Martin Benchmark named Stacy T. Martin managing director of Delta Hotels-Marriott Dallas Allen & Watters Creek Convention Center scheduled to open in Allen, Texas, in January of 2019. Martin was previously Benchmark’s general manager for The Heldrich Hotel & Conference Center in New Brunswick, New Jersey. Martin earned her Bachelor of Science in hotel administration from Whittemore School of Business and Economics at the University of New Hampshire.

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EventMB

NOVEMBER 28, 2017

The most anticipated report for the event industry is finally out. Get free access to the most significant trends impacting event technology, event marketing, event experience, event styling, venues, destinations and DMCs. Over 10,000 event professionals downloaded a copy of our trends report last year. That tells a story. In an industry where every single […].

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PCMA Convene

NOVEMBER 28, 2017

Drawing by a 7-year-old girl in Thailand, from one of the organizations affiliated with ECPAT-USA. In honor of #GivingTuesday, I looked back to see which articles we’ve published online about how organizations and individuals in the meetings industry give back to the world have most resonated with readers. And by a large margin, the answer is the stories about how planners and professionals in the hospitality industry have taken on the uncomfortable challenge of helping to stop human traff

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