Conferences that Work

JUNE 18, 2018

CoffeeGate One sunny morning in 2105, two hundred of us arrived for the opening breakfast at a Canadian conference to discover There Was No Coffee. The young first-time volunteer staff had forgotten to brew it. Three days later, people were still grumbling about CoffeeGate. I’ll bet that even today, if you asked attendees what they remembered about the event, most would immediately recall the There Was No Coffee moment.

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EventMB

JUNE 18, 2018

This is a sponsored post written by Jelmer van Ast, CEO and founder of Conference Compass. In 2017, people spent nearly 3 hours per day on their mobile phones. And 85% of the time spent on phones was spent in apps, not in the browser! (source: eMarketer) It is therefore no longer enough to offer […]. The post Boost Your Association’s Membership Value Through Your Event App by Conference Compass appeared first on [link].

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BizBash

JUNE 18, 2018

Whether you want to treat your clients or plan a teambuilding activity, Cirque du Soleil offers unforgettable corporate V.I.P. experiences. Exclusive.

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Caterease

JUNE 18, 2018

It's the summer season, and the event management industry is heating up. People love creating memories and attending outdoor events this time of year. Why not? The weather is usually at its prime, and getting too much fresh air is never a bad thing. Checkout our tips on how to manage outdoor events this summer. The post Tips For Managing Outdoor Events This Summer appeared first on Caterease.

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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.

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BizBash

JUNE 18, 2018

The 1988 fantasy comedy film Big—in which 12-year-old Josh Baskin ages to 30 overnight—produced a number of memorable pop-culture moments.

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JUNE 18, 2018

More meaning, less waste, and a trip across the East River paved the way for the 56th annual Council of.

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Event Industry News

JUNE 18, 2018

London’s event technology sector showed its economic potential and reach during last week’s London Tech Week festival, with scores of event professionals turning out for Event Tech Lab’s annual celebration. Event professionals from agencies, the corporate sector and a variety of technology companies were treated to an open air BBQ. The yearly celebration sponsored by IBTM World included entertainment and of course the usual energetic networking that event professionals are well known for.

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BizBash

JUNE 18, 2018

1. 1 DEAD AND 22 INJURED AT NEW JERSEY ART FESTIVAL: Twenty-two people were injured and one gunman was killed.

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Event Industry News

JUNE 18, 2018

Liverpool International Music Festival (LIMF) is proud to announce the class of 2018-2019 for the acclaimed LIMF Academy which gives a platform for young Merseyside emerging talent, providing them with unparalleled help to launch their career. The full class of 2018-2019 is LUNA, Kyami, Raheem Alameen, CAVEPARTY, Deliah and New Jnr. The three artists who have been selected for the ‘Most Ready’ category are LUNA, Kyami and Raheem Alameen.

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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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JUNE 18, 2018

Happy June! We are in the full swing of all things summer. Most weddings are planned for the season but some are still up in the air deciding should we or shouldn't we do "outdoor". There are a lot of things that could go wrong but fear not, we have put together 5 tips for your outdoor wedding: 1. Always Have A Backup! You can't put together an outdoor wedding without having a backup, whether it be a tent or an indoor venue.

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Caterease

JUNE 18, 2018

Calculating Dates with Formatted Date Fields Caterease Version: 18 Category: Setup Date: 06/18/2018. The post Calculating Dates with Formatted Date Fields appeared first on Caterease.

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Event Industry News

JUNE 18, 2018

Bimla is a freelance event producer and party planner with a flair for fun. Based in the Cotswolds, she regularly works with the town and country crowd to create memorable occasions of every kind. Her portfolio of clients includes high profile brands such as Adobe, Snapchat, New Look, Pizza Express and Just Eat, and a gathering of wonderful private individuals and estates.

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Connect Your Meetings

JUNE 18, 2018

Register for “How to Develop a Learning Strategy That Creates Value” Agile organizations and individuals who can adapt easily to a changing environment learn and perform better. Yet, only about 20 percent of organizations have a learning strategy—and less than 5 percent of those keep it up to date. This webinar makes the business case for developing your learning function for a competitive advantage and shows you how to implement it.

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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.

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Event Industry News

JUNE 18, 2018

Community Brands, the leading provider of cloud-based software solutions for associations, nonprofits, schools and faith-based groups, today announced it has acquired Expo Logic, a global event technology company. The addition of Expo Logic strengthens the Community Brands event management suite, which already includes event registration, mobile event fundraising and conference content video capture.

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Connect Your Meetings

JUNE 18, 2018

“What’s happens in Vegas stays in Vegas” is taking on a whole new meaning. Multiple casinos and resorts—including heavyweights MGM and Caesars—in the meetings capital of the United States are in various stages of expansions. Meanwhile, Las Vegas CVA is spearheading the renovation and upgrading of Las Vegas Convention Center. While each project has different elements and timelines, the idea is the same: Make sure events that make Las Vegas home don’t develop a wandering eye.

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Event Industry News

JUNE 18, 2018

Audio visual hire specialist Smart AV has invested in Unilumin’s latest fine pitch rental product; the Unano 1.8 LED. The market leader has invested in a 200 SQM batch of the product, with 50 SQM being located in its head office in Harlow. With a pixel pitch of just 1.8mm, the latest Smart AV LED product is one of the highest-resolution displays on the rental market with low energy consumption, automatic calibration function and high grayscale with HDR processing capabilities.

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Plan Your Meetings

JUNE 18, 2018

Imagine you’re planning an annual event. Everything has been ordered and confirmed. The event is only a few days away. Then, Hurricane Matthew hits and your supplier can’t deliver as various components of your order were in a building that now has six feet of water in it. Or you are a supplier and I-95 is shut down in key areas forcing traffic into long detours thereby causing your perishables that were ordered to arrive too late.

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Event Industry News

JUNE 18, 2018

This year’s AEO Excellence Awards was extra special because it was the 25 th anniversary of the awards ceremony which was introduced with a bang as AEO Chair, Damion Angus, took to the stage. Andrew Evans. Andrew Evans was named as this year’s Outstanding Contribution to the Industry winner which, during a heartfelt tribute to a fantastic industry personality, was delivered by Simon Parker from UBM.

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Arlo Training & Events Software

JUNE 18, 2018

If you want to sell more training this year, the first thing you should focus on is your customer database. This will be more efficient than increasing your advertising budget to attract new business. Rather than just spamming your customer with all upcoming courses, you have priceless data at your fingertips to create ultra targeted course suggestions.

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Event Industry News

JUNE 18, 2018

The Italian Exhibition Group (IEG) has reached agreement with Emerald Expositions LLC (EEX), the largest operator of business-to-business trade shows in the United States, according to which the two will partner in strengthening the presentation of Italian jewellery manufacturers in the U.S. market, at events organized by the American company. These include the prestigious COUTURE show and the soon-to-be-launched PREMIER show, both taking place in Las Vegas during the Jewellery Market Week at th

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Canadian Special Events

JUNE 18, 2018

Reposted with permission from Jones PR. Written by By James Bost. Organizations can spend a considerable amount of Money to create a new brand. Since business environments change constantly, rebranding can help a firm adjust to a. new reality and create a new perceptual space. Many companies do not conduct any market research when considering a brand change; they simply change the name to something that is appealing.

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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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Floktu

JUNE 18, 2018

Artificial intelligence and virtual reality technology have both existed, in some form, for decades. However, they are also among the key emerging technology trends, due to recent advances in AI capabilities and virtual reality hardware, as well as increased availability of consumer products based on these technologies. According to Statista, the number of active virtual reality users is set to reach 171 million this year , compared with just 6.7 million active users back in 2015, 43 million use

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Canadian Special Events

JUNE 18, 2018

Reposted with permission from Jones PR. Written by By James Bost. Organizations can spend a considerable amount of Money to create a new brand. Since business environments change constantly, rebranding can help a firm adjust to a. new reality and create a new perceptual space. Many companies do not conduct any market research when considering a brand change; they simply change the name to something that is appealing.

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G2Planet

JUNE 18, 2018

T he Palm Springs Convention Center sees a great deal of business. Now they'll be showing off in 3D as well with their new interactive 3D map platform of the Center. Link here to take a closer look as this innovative platform.

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All Seated

JUNE 18, 2018

The most successful businesses in the world have something in common: a strong brand strategy. Want the best prices, easiest price comparisons, fastest delivery, and a generous return policy? Shop Amazon. Want top of the line equipment, cool videos while you wait in line, and to be surrounded by some of the happiest employees anywhere? Choose Apple when purchasing your electronics.

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Cvent: Event Marketing

JUNE 18, 2018

When you’re running hundreds of events each year, you need a way to manage and organize your events to optimize the outcomes of these meetings. Strategic Meetings Management (SMM) programs help companies manage their meetings and events through streamlined planning processes, preferred vendors and meetings data. SMM programs help companies align their meetings and business objectives to deliver value by saving operational costs, mitigating risks and improving how events are managed.

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Arlo Training & Events Software

JUNE 18, 2018

Does you training company have a clear idea of who your target customer or registrant is? Buyer personas are a marketing tool used to describe fictional representations of your ideal customers. These personas help businesses like training companies to have a better understanding of where to attract new customers, what products to development, how sales should follow up.

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All Seated

JUNE 18, 2018

What a spectacular day we had at the New York Technology Luncheon last week in Manhattan at Second Floor! It was truly amazing to be surrounded by so many talented event industry professionals and watch them be wowed by the launch of our game changing virtually reality using Oculus GO! With AllSeated’s VR now available on the revolutionary Oculus GO, we are breaking the mold of traditional efficiency tools, and completely transforming the way vendors and venues sell, plan, and deliver world-clas

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