EventMB
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
Skift Take: The business of meetings and events isn't easy to define, and planners are still struggling to get a seat at the board table. Is that about to change? — Paul Cook Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings.
Endless Events
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
You’re gearing up to plan your next event, but you already feel overwhelmed between finding a venue, planning your A/V, and picking the perfect caterer. You need a little help, and that’s a smart move. Pulling off your biggest event of the year takes a lot of work, so there’s no shame in asking for some help. . A Google search opens up countless event companies.
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EventMB
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
Skift Take: The business of meetings and events isn't easy to define, and planners are still struggling to get a seat at the board table. Is that about to change? — Paul Cook Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings.
MeetingsNet
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
As the cost of AV and event technologies continues to rise, planners need to get smarter about what the really need and how to get it at a fair price. While audiovisual, production, and event technology have long been budgetary sore points, they’re even more expensive these days. About 75 percent of respondents to a recent Meeting Professionals International survey said they were seeing increases in AV costs—and about 25 percent of them said the increases were more than 10 percent.
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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 8, 2022
The latest round of investment, which is backed by existing investors, will allow the software development company to move forward with an acquisition strategy. Eventscase, the all-in-one event management software, celebrated its 10th anniversary last September. Negotiations to achieve the new investment round started at around the same time. This financial backing will enable the technology company to move forward with a new acquisition strategy that is expected to materialise in 2023.
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Smart Meetings
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
Several hundred million years ago, tectonic plates smashed and cracked into each other and what emerged from that collision formed the stunning landscape of what’s known as Greater Zion. The Southwest region of Utah’s Washington County offers a unique blend of exceptional meeting spaces and thrilling activities—all immersed in natural surroundings that are nothing short of mind-blowing.
EventSource
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
If you’ve been looking for modern Indian wedding inspiration, then you’ll love Mital and Mithun’s gorgeous day celebrated at the Fairmont Royal York. The couple met synchronistically on a South Asian online app called Dil Mil. Mital had her filter settings open to Canada and the US, while Mithun had his only open to U.S. However, somehow Mital showed up in his feed.
MeetingsNet
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
Whether you’re booking airport shuttles or buses for off-site events, it’s tough to put the brakes on rising costs. The prices of airport shuttles and other ground-transportation services are revving up. According to a recent MPI Meetings Outlook survey, 85 percent of respondents expect to see price increases in ground transportation, and 38 percent expect those increases to be higher than 10 percent.
SevenEvents
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
social media is an undeniable and powerful tool that is now a normal part of modern life, but why should you consider it when planning your event? create buzz. whether you are planning a conference or a private client party, the more excitement you can create, the more successful your event will be. creating an event hashtag that can also be used in a photobooth or giant foam letters, will not only make the event feel worth posting about but create connections between guests. why not even set up
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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
MeetingsNet
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
How to stretch your event budget for food and beverage, event tech, ground transportation, and venues. Plus some big-picture ideas to reign in costs. The costs of holding a meeting or convention have skyrocketed, but most planners find their budgets just aren’t budging—at least, not enough. Surely, budget-blessing executives know that inflation, supply-chain challenges, and staffing shortages have driven up costs in their personal lives, from the grocery store to the gas pump.
CadmiumCD
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
As Cadmium sees inquiries come i n for conferences and webinars, one question we hear often is, “is an LMS platform really necessary?”. An LMS might not be necessary, but there's no denying it can be hugely beneficial to your webinars, virtual conferences, and hybrid events. Learning management systems like Elevate allow you to house all your conference resources in one place and creates a space for attendee engagement.
MeetingsNet
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
Don’t sweat the small stuff (yet). It can be tempting to chip away at the event budget with small changes—and you should. But before you get into the nitty-gritty, look at the big picture. For example, do you really need to hold that meeting off-site and in person? For board meetings and other smaller business events, is a virtual meeting an option?
Sendo
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
Do you want your holiday party to stand out this year? Select a few of these holiday party trends and turn your event up a notch. Throw the best holiday party this year with our trending party ideas below: Color Palette, Holiday Brights. Modern and colorful is this year’s trend. Why select traditional holiday colors when you can be bold with pinks, purples, and jewel colors?
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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.
Prestige Events Magazine
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
Experienced marketer, Dawn Theaker joins The QHotels Collection as they continue refurbishment investments across the hotels with a specific focus on facilities for meetings and events. Dawn Theaker’s career history spans over 25 years in the tourism and leisure industry, having previously worked for the Yorkshire Tourist Board, Northern Ballet Theatre and The National Railway Museum.
MeetingsNet
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
Hotels are currently in the driver’s seat when it comes to meeting negotiations. However, flexibility and asking the right questions will help you book the right property for your event. In today’s super-heated seller’s market, it pays to book venues as far out as possible. It’s easier than ever to lose a tentative hold on space in this compressed market.
Prestige Events Magazine
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
– In addition to membership the venue has attained AIM Secure accreditation – The Celtic Manor Resort, part of The Celtic Collection , has joined the Meetings Industry Association (mia), one of the fastest growing associations in the conference, meetings and events sector, cementing the venue’s commitment to the global events industry. As part of its membership, The Celtic Manor Resort has secured mia’s highly acclaimed AIM Secure accreditation.
Arlo Training & Events Software
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
We often talk about blended learning and its benefits for learners and trainers alike. But how do you walk the walk? Well, recently our management team attended a course that really delivers on the fundamentals of great blended learning. We’ve shared our experience and some key takeaways, so other training providers can deliver great blended learning too.
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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!
Prestige Events Magazine
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
Make Venues has appointed Andrew Ward as its new Venues Director, as the group looks to build on its customer-driven strategic business plan and continued investment in infrastructure. Andrew joins the venues team from parent company, Make UK, where he has worked since 2013. He will oversee all three of the brand’s UK venues which include; Broadway House in London, Engineers’ House in Bristol and Woodland Grange in Leamington Spa.
Picatic by Eventbrite
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
Navigating estate planning requires legal experts who can help people understand a complicated — and sensitive — subject. That’s why Hayes Law Firm holds digital events to demystify this critical process. “Webinars and seminars are a great way for us to educate people about the complexities of estate planning,” says Bryan Fiorito, Director of Business […].
Special Events
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
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Conferences that Work
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
My WordPress dashboard tells me I’ve written 750 posts since I began this blog exactly thirteen years ago. At least one new post every week since 2009. I have a few thoughts. Read the full article at Conferences That Work. No related posts.
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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.
Event Industry News
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
Event Tech Live London (ETL) has partnered with Eventscase, in conjunction with the AEVEA (Spanish Event Agencies Association), to bring an ‘Agency Tech Tour’ to ETL 2022. There is no standalone event tech show in Spain and ETL’s move to Excel, which has City Airport, the Queen Elizabeth Line and hotels galore on its doorstep, opens the door, wider, to a new world of key buyers.
Nunify
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
There’s a high chance you’re wearing sweatpants for meetings. Do you panic when it’s your turn to speak or when your manager asks you to turn on your camera? Zoom meetings require you to prepare, focus and follow common courtesy, so meetings run smoothly. We know it’s hard with all the distractions in your house. That’s why we bring you a guide to virtual meeting etiquette so you can get the most out of your virtual meetings.
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