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APRIL 29, 2019

When appealing to folks’ charitable hearts, live events matter more than ever. In fact, nearly three quarters of adults ages 23-38 consider live events central to their identity. And nearly half will use social media to show others what they’re interested in. So if you want to relate to this new generation of fundraisers, you […]. The post How Nonprofits Can Use Facebook Live to Raise Awareness — and Funds appeared first on Eventbrite US Blog.

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APRIL 29, 2019

Here’s an example of why I love conference facilitation and design. After setting up a Personal Introspective this morning (25 minutes) I turned over what happens to the small groups. Watch the listening and involvement of every person as I weave my phone through the circles of chairs. Read the full article at Conferences That Work The post Why I love conference facilitation and design appeared first on Conferences That Work.

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Eventtia

APRIL 29, 2019

In this article, we’ll be looking at the steps you’ll want to take to coordinate the work of your sales teams and run efficient seminars that will positively impact your sales.

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Event Industry News

APRIL 29, 2019

Following my first article about what your AV supplier needs to know about your event , I looked more closely into the variety of AV suppliers out there: what they offer, where they work and what they do. In particular, I have researched the pros and cons of using an in-house or external supplier. Again, I used the Complete Guide to Audio Visual for Event Planners from Blitz to find my answers.

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Connect Your Meetings

APRIL 29, 2019

Connect Association is proud to present our inaugural class of 15 Over 50. These individuals are leaders, mentors and stars who moved the events industry forward for decades. We are proud to salute their first-class efforts. . David Bradley. Vice President, Sales and Services. Shreveport-Bossier CVB. Shreveport/Bossier, Louisiana. Cathy Breden, CMP, CAE.

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APRIL 29, 2019

Stephie Young, CMP, works in Columbus, Ohio, as v ice president/director of event services at Advanced Meeting Solutions, Inc. As a 2019 15 Over 50 honoree, Young discusses her passion for the events industry. *Connect with Young on Twitter. How I got here: I worked in Chicago for a major nonprofit for 18 years. In 2013, we started our business. I left my job in May 2014 and became a consultant.

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TicketBud

APRIL 29, 2019

There are endless event experiences your business could host, with success depending very much on what fits your brand and target audience. Having a clear goal and understanding your key customer base is vital for successful events. It allows you to focus your efforts to offer experiences that appeal to your target audience. What is Your Event Goal?

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APRIL 29, 2019

Blanca Ferreris, CMP, CMM, works in Woodhaven, New York, as a s enior business events manager at RIMS, Risk Management Society. As a 2019 15 Over 50 honoree, Ferreris discusses her passion for the events industry. What I do: I am responsible for contracting more than 75 hotel agreements per year. I manage our exhibitor housing and hospitality processes (more than 31,000 peak room nights).

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TicketBud

APRIL 29, 2019

Overview The Ticketbud Tidbits Episode 16 Podcast is with Ever Gonzalez, the Founder of OutlierHQ and organizer of the Outlier Podcast Festival. Hosted by Lisa Carson, Ticketbud Content Marketing Manager. Ticketbud catches up with Ever to chat about the Outlier Podcast Festival coming up in Austin in May and Denver in June. We talk about what makes this festival different and the ingredients for a great event.

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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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Tito Blog | An Event Blog for Organisers

APRIL 29, 2019

Between product feedback and meeting with the community directly, Hackathons help developers and their sponsors alike. This is particularly effective for people in the startup community who are hoping to grow their businesses.

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Event Industry News

APRIL 29, 2019

VisitScotland Business Events hosted more than 50 guests, representing 33 global associations, for an evening of innovation and collaboration at Scotland House in Brussels. The inaugural VisitScotland Association Reception brought together senior association representatives from a diverse range of sectors including aviation and transport, public health, equality, life sciences, construction, engineering and government.

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Connect Your Meetings

APRIL 29, 2019

Stephanie D. Jones, CAE, CMP, works in Upper Marlboro, Maryland, as s enior director of conference and events management at Water Environment Federation. As a 2019 15 Over 50 honoree, Jones discusses her passion for the events industry. How I got here: Just like many of my generation, I fell into the events industry. I’ve held several positions from sign girl, manager of housing/registration, director, and senior director.

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Event Industry News

APRIL 29, 2019

As always, the draw for visitors at The Showman’s Show is the variety, volume and quality of companies who exhibit each year. 2019’s exhibition, held at Newbury Showground, 16 th and 17 th October, looks set to live up to visitor expectations with more than 150 exhibitors already confirmed, an increase of 15% on the same time last year. As the UK’s only exhibition dedicated to the outdoor and special event industry, a whole host of leading suppliers, existing and new, have been keen to com

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APRIL 29, 2019

Michael Downs, CAE, CMP, works in Indianapolis as d irector of conventions and meetings at Kiwanis International. As a 2019 15 Over 50 honoree, Downs discusses his passion for the events industry. *Connect with Downs on Twitter. What I do: As the director of conventions and meetings for Kiwanis International, my main focus is to make sure that all 40-plus of our events, ranging from 10 to 5,000 are handled in an efficient and cost-effective manner.

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Event Industry News

APRIL 29, 2019

GL events UK has partnered with Fremantle Media, the creators of BBC’s hit show, The Greatest Dancer, to deliver seating for the show. The event infrastructure company was asked to create the foundations of the live show’s set, so it could be filmed in front of a live and enthusiastic audience. The build was large and all-encompassing, comprising a mixture of tiered grandstand and flat-floor seating, with staging for cameras to allow over 1,100 spectators to watch the show as it was filmed live

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Connect Your Meetings

APRIL 29, 2019

David Bradley works in Shreveport and Bossier, Louisiana, as v ice president of sales and services at Shreveport-Bossier CVB. As a 2019 15 Over 50 honoree, Bradley discusses his passion for the events industry. How I got here: From desk clerk to representing a great southern community, I got here through hard work and delivering expectations to the boss, team and customers at every turn.

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Event Industry News

APRIL 29, 2019

Once again, Novum AV were contracted to supply the sound and lighting for the British Gymnastics World Cup that took place on 23 rd March 2019. After more than 10 years working with the sport’s governing body, Novum AV has established itself as the main production company used by British Gymnastics. For Novum, plans for the event began a year in advance.

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Connect Your Meetings

APRIL 29, 2019

Mary Manier, CTA, works in Grand Rapids, Michigan, as d irector of sales at Experience Grand Rapids. As a 2019 15 Over 50 honoree, Manier discusses her passion for the events industry. What I do: As an expert on all that Grand Rapids has to offer, I match up unique requirements and preferences with the perfect venue and hotel solution. I listen closely to meeting planner needs.

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Event Industry News

APRIL 29, 2019

Trinity House , the working home of the General Lighthouse Authority , announces the retirement after 24 years of Events Manager, Edgar King , at the end of this month (April, 2019). Previously Deputy Events Manager for the last 12 years, Zoe Turner has been appointed to the newly titled role of Head of Events with immediate effect, and announces the appointment of Natasha Jackson as the new Senior Events Manager.

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Connect Your Meetings

APRIL 29, 2019

Andy L. Longo works in Fishers, Indiana, as d irector of fraternity programs for Delta Tau Delta Fraternity. As a 2019 15 Over 50 honoree, Longo discusses his passion for the events industry. *Connect with Longo on Twitter. . What I do: I support and lead a team of programming and education professionals in designing learning experiences and opportunities for undergraduate students.

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APRIL 29, 2019

Brand experience agency ?Cogs & Marvel welcomes a new Client Director Aoife Crowley to it’s Dublin office. Aoife joins the team from Audi Canada, where she worked on the experiential side of the automotive brand’s marketing function. “As an industry leader with a very progressive vision, Cogs & Marvel offers a unique opportunity to work alongside their global client base on projects that speak to innovation, emotion and impact.

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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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APRIL 29, 2019

Cathy Breden, CMP, CAE, works in Dallas as e xecutive vice president and COO of the International Association of Exhibitions and Events , and CEO of the Center for Exhibition Industry Research. As a 2019 15 Over 50 honoree, Breden discusses her passion for the events industry. *Connect with Breden on Twitter. What I do: I am an ambassador for the International Association of Exhibitions and Events and oversee the events and exhibitions, education and learning, membership, marketing and governa

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AIDA Event Tech Digest

APRIL 29, 2019

The event checkin & registration desk is the first impression your guests have of your event. It needs to be stunning, welcoming and efficient. Time to replace outdated practices across all types of events – conferences, corporate, meetups, incentive, family days, exhibitions. Put your best foot forward with onsite event technology. Long queues?

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APRIL 29, 2019

Lynne K. Tiras, CMP, works in Houston, Texas, as p resident at International Meeting Managers, Inc. As a 2019 15 Over 50 honoree, Tiras discusses her passion for the events industry. *Connect with Tiras on Twitter and Instagram. What I do: My role as president of IMM is to interact with our clients, manage, coach and support our team. While working with our clients, my role has always been to strategically advise best practices that will enhance their organizations and offer cost savings to them

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All Seated

APRIL 29, 2019

With decades of experience in the event industry working with clients throughout the USA and internationally, Susie Perelman curates new linen collections for her clients each year. Always in touch with the pulse of global trends, Susie brings a wealth of information, creativity and design insights to our industry. She is a keynote speaker at national conferences including The Special Event Show each year.

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Eventbrite UK

APRIL 29, 2019

The Eventbrite App Marketplace is a collection of powerful and trusted apps built for event creators like you. Discover more about your audience, sell more tickets in more places, and save time with apps that work seamlessly with Eventbrite. Every event is unique, and that’s why today we’re excited to launch the new Eventbrite App […]. The post Introducing the Eventbrite App Marketplace: Essential Apps for Event Creators appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.

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Eventsforce

APRIL 29, 2019

As an event planner, you know the success of your event can well come down to how good your email campaigns are. And while there are many ways to market events these days, none quite compares to email as a simple and cost-effective way to getting the word out. That is after all how most email marketing companies make their living! And yet, there is a downside to email marketing.

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Bizzabo

APRIL 29, 2019

Elevate your event-day experience with cutting-edge check-in kiosks, lead collection tools, and white glove support. Welcome to the next generation of onsite technology. Thanks to research gathered from thousands of event marketers, we've recognized how first impressions created during check-ins impact the overall success of any event. This is the reason we now offer resilient, onsite solutions that are custom-tailored for your event.

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