Picatic by Eventbrite
APRIL 22, 2020
When can virtual shopping feel authentic? When there’s more to it than just shopping. Renegade Craft Fair knows this. For the last 17 years, they’ve orchestrated art- and design-focused events across the country, in cities like San Francisco, Denver, Chicago, and Brooklyn. But now that COVID-19 has quashed any opportunity to do things in-person, they’re […].
EventMB
APRIL 22, 2020
While some planners are scrambling to figure out the saving grace that is virtual events, others are leading the way with novel virtual event experiences. Here are some original ideas and insights from recent online events to help inspire your own. Virtual events are nothing new, but the industry has been slow to fully […]. The post 10 Standout Virtual Event Ideas From Around the Industry by Victoria Copans appeared first on [link].
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Picatic by Eventbrite
APRIL 22, 2020
The global pandemic caused by COVID-19 and its direct impact on the live events industry is unprecedented. While we can’t predict when the world will be ready to gather in person again, there is one thing we know for certain: the need for human connection is not going away. Over the past few weeks, Eventbrite […].
BizBash
APRIL 22, 2020
While live events are on hold due to COVID-19, Ed Libby started the #DreamersAlwaysDream Instagram challenge as a way to keep his skills sharp—and to reconnect with his love for design.
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Endless Events
APRIL 22, 2020
In today’s post, we’re discussing virtual event pricing. So, you decided to take the jump from in-person to virtual. And you hired the best virtual event production company out there to help you put together an amazing experience. But now, it’s time to think about the particulars. One of the hardest things to figure out is the virtual event pricing model.
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Special Events
APRIL 22, 2020
Three tips for special event professionals to create social media posts when COVID-19 shuts down events.
Event Industry News
APRIL 22, 2020
A drive-through coronavirus testing facility is open at Twickenham Stadium for key workers and NHS staff. The site sits alongside a rapidly expanding network of testing sites being set up around the UK and is operating on an appointment-only basis for NHS staff and other key workers. The facility will be piloted for its first few days of operation. This follows the launch of the Government’s partnership with universities, research institutes and companies to begin rollout of the network of
PCMA Convene
APRIL 22, 2020
What does it take to run a smooth digital event? In a recent thread, the PCMA Catalyst community discussed who should handle what. PCMA’s Catalyst community offers members a platform to ask each other questions, share ideas, or, as the website says, “communicate and collaborate.” Here’s a sampling from a recent Catalyst discussion. Defining Staff Roles During Digital Events.
Event Industry News
APRIL 22, 2020
The webinar will explore how brands can successfully adapt to changes in consumer behaviour during the COVID-19 outbreak. Event Genius by Festicket has partnered with Google to host a free webinar for event promoters at 12PM BST on Thursday, 30th April 2020, titled: Consumer Behaviour Trends & Recommendations During COVID-19. The webinar will explore consumer trends during the ongoing coronavirus outbreak, and discuss how brands can successfully adapt to these changes in consumer behaviour.
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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
EventSource
APRIL 22, 2020
Unfortunately, COVID-19 continues to be the ultimate party-pooper – impacting a lot of the 2020 wedding season, but also forcing couples to postpone or cancel their honeymoon plans. Perhaps you were in the midst of planning your dream escape, maybe you have put down deposits on hotels and flights and are now wondering if you should cancel or hold out for the chance to take that dream trip.
Bizzabo
APRIL 22, 2020
Bizzabo’s new BizzaKnowledge portal allows you to access a vibrant customer community of event leaders to connect, learn, and catapult your event strategy to new heights. As a customer-centric organization, we want to ensure our customers’ voices are heard. Over 85% of marketers in leadership roles have identified in-person events as critical for their company's success.
Eventtia
APRIL 22, 2020
Ranked as the 4th best university in Latin American and 234th in the world for 2020, the Universidad de Los Andes is one of the most prestigious universities in Colombia. Situated in Bogotá, Colombia the institution is home 25,000 undergraduate and postgraduate students.
Event Industry News
APRIL 22, 2020
Celebrated on 22 nd of April each year since 1970, and now known as the planet’s largest civic event, the theme of Earth Day this year is ‘Climate Action.’ . With Somerset House closed to the public, the celebration which was scheduled for the whole of April, consisting of interactive installations, design work and on-site workshops, has been reconfigured to a series of free creative online workshops, sessions and live interviews for the world to enjoy, from Wednesday 22 nd April – Wednesday 2
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Caterease
APRIL 22, 2020
The post Helpful Tips for Caterers During COVID-19 appeared first on Caterease.
Event Industry News
APRIL 22, 2020
This Earth Day event professionals have the opportunity to remind the world of the importance of events by engaging in conversations on Twitter and sharing informative filters on Instagram. Not for profit Positive Impact Events explain how the campaign will work and why this years campaign is more important than ever: ‘For 24 hours over Earth Day event professionals will be sharing best practice on how their events are used to further the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
Eventsforce
APRIL 22, 2020
As the coronavirus (COVID-19) situation develops, our industry is facing an unprecedented time of risk and uncertainty. Many organisations are postponing events. Many are cancelling. And many more are considering moving their events online. But how are event planners making these critical decisions? What are some of the latest trends around virtual events?
Event Industry News
APRIL 22, 2020
“Managing your mental health and sustaining positive wellbeing now and beyond Covid-19”. Continuing its series of initiatives to support its members’ businesses and health needs during Covid-19, HBAA is partnering with Eventwell and other industry experts in the latest of its Mental Health webinars which is taking place on Thursday 23 April at 4pm. [link].
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All Seated
APRIL 22, 2020
The COVID-19 pandemic brought an abrupt halt to weddings and events. Along with a lot of unknowns, the rebooking process is going through changes and experiences that we likely have never seen in the past. While weekends were often the prime time to book for weddings, it’s becoming quite possible that this fact is starting to change. Rather than have wedding couples panic over securing a weekend wedding date later on in 2020 or deeper into 2021, there are many couples looking to book those
Event Industry News
APRIL 22, 2020
Earth Day, taking place today – 22 April – brings with it a very welcome focus on sustainability, one that’s all the more timely and relevant given the current crisis we’re experiencing. The team at Hamburg Convention Bureau is celebrating Earth Day by sharing some of the positive planet-friendly practices put in place by the certified Fair-Trade city, and former European Green Capital (2011): A sweet idea.
Caterease
APRIL 22, 2020
The post Caterease Connect Update is Scheduled For April 27th, 2020 appeared first on Caterease.
Skift
APRIL 22, 2020
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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.
Eventsforce
APRIL 22, 2020
London, UK – 22nd April 2020 – A new research study investigating the impact of the Coronavirus outbreak on the events industry has found that most organisers are postponing their events to autumn/fall this year. The survey also shows that 50% are moving their events online, with the majority opting for smaller-scale events with streamed sessions, virtual attendee engagement and networking.
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