EventMB
NOVEMBER 5, 2020
Event companies have been struggling to stay afloat since the beginning of the pandemic. In particular, event tech giant Eventbrite has experienced sharp earnings declines throughout 2020, which continued in the third quarter — but there is hope for recovery. Eventbrite announced another drop in revenue compared to the same period last year in its […].
Endless Events
NOVEMBER 5, 2020
This week, our episode of the Event Brew is a little bit different. Because what we all love the most about the podcast is listening to the Crew chat candidly, it’s a great one. But why is it different, you might ask? Well, because there’s no specific topic to dive into. Instead, our lovely hosts Thuy Diep, Will Curran, and Dustin Westling sat down to look over some of their favorite articles and discuss some events industry news, as well as world news.
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PCMA Convene
NOVEMBER 5, 2020
To become a confidant virtual presenter, remember that even if you can’t see the audience, they are there. Have a conversation with them. Presenting in a virtual environment can be inherently awkward for speakers and an equally awkward experience for participants. Only when speakers connect with their online audiences will they and their listeners feel more at ease, according to a recent Harvard Business Review article, “Yes, Virtual Presenting Is Weird.”.
EventSource
NOVEMBER 5, 2020
It was love at almost first sight when Tyler and Shannon met in the summer of 2012. While Tyler had fallen hard for Shannon, according to the bride and groom, things didn’t go so well at their first meeting. However, his persistence paid off and Shannon agreed to a first date. The rest, as they say, is history. After five years of dating, the two made it official in a gorgeously glam and romantic wedding at the elegant Graydon Hall Manor.
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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.
Event Industry News
NOVEMBER 5, 2020
Over 4000 people arrived at the East of England Arena and Events Centre in 1000 cars last night, November 4, for a spectacular fireworks display, which was Covid19-secure and socially distanced as the venue, organiser, Peterborough City Council, public health and a range of suppliers worked to bring the display forward ahead of today’s lockdown. Venue director, Jason Lunn, explained, “The display had been scheduled for the 7th as a socially distanced drive-in display and everything was in place,
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Event Industry News
NOVEMBER 5, 2020
The Meetings Industry Association has received formal clarification that business meetings and events for up to 30 delegates can take place during the second national lockdown. . Jane Longhurst, chief executive of the Meetings Industry Association (mia). Jane Longhurst, chief executive of The Meetings Industry Association, said: “Last night we received confirmation from the Department of Culture Media & Sport (DCMS) that business meetings and events may take place for up to a total of 30 p
Event Age by Swapcard
NOVEMBER 5, 2020
techsytalk GLOBAL is taking its 2020 event virtual and has chosen Swapcard , the leading AI-powered engagement and matchmaking platform for premium events, as the official event platform.
Special Events
NOVEMBER 5, 2020
There is a lot to keep up with when leading a company, and, if you don’t have the right systems in place, all of this work can come at the expense of new clients.
Event Industry News
NOVEMBER 5, 2020
Immersive AV are delighted to be exhibiting at Event Tech Live for the fifth consecutive year—albeit virtually, in a much changed world. Faced with the challenge of not being able to welcome guests onto a physical exhibition stand, Immersive AV were keen to create an impressive environment which reflects the innovative philosophy of the company. CEO Sharon Reynolds explains: “Since the outbreak of the pandemic and the catastrophic impact it’s had on the events industry, we’ve been passionate abo
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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
SmartMeetings
NOVEMBER 5, 2020
Michael Mina is a Michelin-starred chef whose culinary empire of more than three dozen restaurants spans the country and reaches as far as Dubai. Like restaurateurs everywhere, the pandemic has hit him hard. His signature Michael Mina San Francisco offers only take-out and delivery right now (from another of his city locations), and its counterpart at Bellagio Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas remains shuttered.
Event Industry News
NOVEMBER 5, 2020
This year the team at Konduko are very proud to have been short-listed for: Best Exhibition Technology Best use of Technology for Engagement & Interaction (B2B) Best use of Wireless Technology Best use of Technology for Event Analytics / Data Collection. Established in 2013, Konduko is a provider of kontactless smart event technologies – for virtual and physical events.
All Seated
NOVEMBER 5, 2020
While this year continues to be an unprecedented challenge for the event industry, we gain strength and wisdom from staying connected with our community. We checked in with the team at SB Value to see how the catering business has been over the last several months of the pandemic. Below is a glimpse of our conversation with Trip Wheeler, President of SB Value.
Event Industry News
NOVEMBER 5, 2020
Juliet Price, Consultant Executive Director, HBAA commented; “At last the Chancellor has given us clear longer term information at an earlier stage so that the industry can plan ahead and not just wait with uncertainty until the end of lockdown. “Yes, it would have been better to have had this available and announced before many jobs were lost and businesses jeopardised.
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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.
Eventtia
NOVEMBER 5, 2020
Over the last year, virtual events have become a prominent aspect of business growth.
Event Industry News
NOVEMBER 5, 2020
Croke Park in Dublin is one of the world’s most unique and sustainable venues for live and hybrid meetings and events that inspire and entertain. Home to sport, and hosting some of the biggest acts in the world from U2 to Bruce Springsteen, Coldplay to Beyoncé, this flexible 110 space venue is one of Irelands foremost event locations. Their sustainability journey began in 2007 when the team at this iconic venue realised Croke Park had an important part to play in managing their impact on the nat
Glisser
NOVEMBER 5, 2020
Opportunities for Monetization with Hybrid and Virtual Events.
Event Industry News
NOVEMBER 5, 2020
The power of live means capturing a moment in time, no matter where we are. Cvent CONNECT Europe is about bringing people from across the region together for incredible live experiences, and this year will be no different. Join the entire meetings, events, and hospitality community virtually from your chosen location. Whether that’s your home office, couch, or kitchen table, reconnect with your industry peers from across Europe as we navigate the path forward together. [ Register for Free ].
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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!
Arlo Training & Events Software
NOVEMBER 5, 2020
Planning courses, finding available presenters, booking venues, emailing registrants, invoicing attendees, sending reminders and follow-up comms, responding to customer queries and creating marketing campaigns to grow your business. Phew! There’s a lot to do in a day when you’re a training provider. Wouldn’t it be nice if you could automate it? With Arlo’s training management system integrations you can create automated workflows to manage simple manual tasks.
Event Industry News
NOVEMBER 5, 2020
Planning application file totalling almost 2,000 separate documents New set of documents submitted 18 months after the application first lodged Analysis of severe impact on Jubilee Line and transport hubs remains incomplete 2-hectare facade with over 1 million LED’s has “no adverse health effects” claim MSG without credible evidence to support that claim COVID-19 restrictions make current consultation deadline impossible to meet.
Special Events
NOVEMBER 5, 2020
Special events business news
Event Industry News
NOVEMBER 5, 2020
Azavista is a global software organisation offering an end-to-end event management solution. Since 2012 Azavista has evolved into an all-in-one event planning platform servicing small, medium, and enterprise organizations in more than 25 countries across the globe with a spectrum of planning tools. It is our main goal to learn from our clients and their specific needs in order to streamline, consolidate, and automate all of the planning processes, increase efficiencies, and support seamless even
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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.
Skift
NOVEMBER 5, 2020
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Event Industry News
NOVEMBER 5, 2020
Nook pods: quiet, mobile meeting & work pods which improve focus, well-being and improve connectivity between people. Great things happen in small spaces. Nook Event Pods provide multiple revenue generation opportunities for event organizers. Nook Event Pods easily set up and are highly modular, with mobile capability to allow under utilized floor space to become profitable.
EventPlanning
NOVEMBER 5, 2020
You’ve decided to take the plunge and enter the exciting world of event planning – good for you! Special events are a $500 billion worldwide industry, and the future only looks brighter for job prospects in the field. “There’s a growing demand for event planners,” says Ellen Mullarkey, VP of Business Development for Messina Staffing Group , a staffing firm for event planners with offices in several major U.S. cities.
Event Industry News
NOVEMBER 5, 2020
At Shocklogic, our goal is to make the lives of event organisers easier. We do this through software, technology and services. Our passionate team is a unique mix of tech specialists, association experts, and event organisers. We offer a fully integrated suite of modules to choose from. This includes: Webinars Virtual/online & hybrid meetings Membership Websites Registration and badges Programme/agenda Scanning Exhibition Mobile apps Digital Marketing.
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Download "7 Exceptional Event Email Templates for Driving Attendee Engagement" eBook and write winning event emails right away! Relying on decades of social science research and cutting edge behavioral data, SpotMe shows you their science-based methods for creating wildly successful event-marketing email campaigns for almost any situation. SpotMe is the event management platform for B2B marketers.
InitLive
NOVEMBER 5, 2020
If you’re looking to improve your e-learning volunteer training, you may have come across the term “microlearning.” While incredibly popular in the e-learning industry, is it the right method for your volunteers? We know that effective training is key to set the stage for successful volunteer management over time. But, there are many different ways that can look!
Event Industry News
NOVEMBER 5, 2020
Tokenism doesn’t help anybody, it just doctors the stats. Inclusivity proper should be natural to organisers, like a sixth sense. . This panel on Day 2 of Event Tech Live, expertly steered by Ashanti Bentil-Dhue from EventMind, who is co-founder of Diversity Ally, featured first-hand experiences and some forceful observations about how organisers should be using tech to switch on to the wants of the minority and to amplify them, literally and metaphorically.
Expo Pass
NOVEMBER 5, 2020
(3 Minute Read). Virtual events may just look like a bunch of people sitting around on their webcams. And there definitely is some of that. But they are also a great way for presenters, organizers, and attendees to bring physical activity and movement into everyone’s day — all while keeping the webcam close, of course. We took a look at a few recent events, and made some notes and predictions about the best ways to get people moving at virtual events.
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