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3 Tips for Writing Event Reminder Emails & Texts That Engage Attendees

Socio Events

You booked that last speaker, wrapped your sponsor agreements, and finalized the exhibitor list. But as event day nears, that momentum isn’t translating into the sign-ups you expected, and your event has little social buzz. What happened? There’s a strong chance your event reminder emails and texts didn’t support all the work you put in.

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6 Challenges that Will Change the Events Industry

eventplanner

We all talk about event trends, best practices, and benchmarking, yet we spend almost no time on analyzing the risks and challenges the events industry may face in the near future.

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How to Organise and Host A Speed Dating Event

Eventbrite UK

Finding your perfect match isn’t always easy, even with the many dating apps that are out there. For singles looking to meet a special person without the help of social media, speed dating events could hold the answer. How do speed dating events work? It’s a bit like musical chairs. Attendees embark on a number […]. The post How to Organise and Host A Speed Dating Event appeared first on Eventbrite UK.

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What If Your Next Show Was Headlined By a Ghost?

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Could it be that the Tupac hologram at Coachella in 2012 was a glimpse at the future of the music business?

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Unlock the Secrets of Event Marketing Masters

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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10 Lessons from Twitter’s 4000-Employee Event

EventMB

Twitter is hosting its internal employee event, #OneTeam. Attendees are tweeting every aspect of the event. And it’s a great one. Here are the top takeaways to inspire your next event. Diversity, sustainability, inclusion, collaboration. 2020 is the ‘Game On!’ year. It’s about going all-in and putting our event where our mouth is. It’s […]. The post 10 Lessons from Twitter’s 4000-Employee Event by EventMB Studio Team appeared first on [link].

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13 Event Design Ideas for a Roaring '20s Revival Theme

BizBash

As we enter a new decade, here’s how you can take inspiration from that other '20s era.

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Eventbrite Music’s Ask The Industry Episode 4: “Power In Numbers”

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The first season wraps with a discussion on what being independent in an increasingly consolidated music industry means — and why it matters.

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How Global Event Planners Need to Think About China’s Secondary Cities

Skift

The W Xi'an in northwest China is shown here. Marriott has a joint venture with Alibaba. Marriott International Skift Take: China has become a hot spot for global business travel and its secondary cities are evolving to accommodate larger conferences and conventions. What should event planners know? — Andrew Sheivachman Read the Complete Story On Skift.

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How the 10-5 Rule Creates Kinder, More Welcoming Event Experiences

Maritz Global Events

Post authored by Donna Kastner, Founder, Retirepreneur. The 8-Phases of a Successful Event is an outstanding blueprint for mapping out steps (large & small) you can take to improve event experiences across their entire event journey – before, during, and after the live event. For this post, I’d like to focus on one make-or-break phase that happens mid-way through the event journey – the ENTERING phase.

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How to Get Speakers, Exhibitors, and Attendees to Promote Your Event With Video

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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Tina and Mike’s Oh-So Romantic Wedding at the Doctor’s House

EventSource

If you’re looking for a wedding filled with romance and gorgeous florals, then look no further than Tina and Mike’s beautiful big day at the stunning Doctor’s House. With the help of the creative minds at Lovever Weddings & Events , the couple was able to create a vision that combined an ethereal garden party with pops of glam.

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What You Need to Know About Events in China in the Next 5 Years

Skift

Grand Hyatt Shanghai. The global chain is launching a new China hotel brand. Shanghai hosts the largest convention center in China. Hyatt Hotels Skift Take: China's event sector is poised to grow explosively over the next five years. Expect some interesting innovations from a country that isn't beholden to the way things are done traditionally. — Andrew Sheivachman Read the Complete Story On Skift.

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Glastonbury bosses told how to do better this year

Event Industry News

Mendip District Council, which oversees the licensing of the five-day music festival, has issued a report on how the 2019 edition was run and, subsequently, how to improve this year’s event. Though the report revealed the event was “well planned and managed” on a whole, it has called organisers up on nine different areas in which the event should be better organised.

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The Right Items to Add to Your Event Rental Inventory in 2020

Special Events

This event rental expert shares the top inventory items smart operations will stock in 2020.

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B2B Events in 2023 - What You Need to Know

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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6 Negative Reviews That Affect Your Event's Reputation -- And How To Prevent Them

InitLive

Running a successful event means keeping an eye on your online and offline reputation. So it's important to address negative reviews before they hit today's multiple communication channels. Here are six negative reviews that affect your event's reputation, as well as tips on how to prevent them in the first place. Poor service. Your volunteers are frequently the first people your attendees may meet, so they need to be able to answer basic questions such as where to park or what's the cost of reg

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3 Ways to Effectively Prepare for a New Year

ePly

It’s the start of a new year and resolutions are officially underway! If you’re anything like me, you’re probably taking a long look at how your 2019 panned out. Was it an accomplished year? Did you fall a little behind?

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Troxy cements reputation as LGBTQ+ friendly venue

Event Industry News

In 2019, Troxy cemented its reputation as one of London’s flagship venues for LGBTQ+ led events, at a time when the number of safe spaces for queer nights in the capital seemed to be dwindling. The historic East London concert and events venue has a superb track record with clients such as the London Gay Men’s Chorus, Gay Men’s Dance Company, Ru Paul’s Drag Race and Sink the Pink who ended the year with their spectacular New Year’s Eve party.

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How to Manage an Industry of Change

SmartMeetings

“We have a lot of uncertainty out there,” Mike Dominguez, chief executive officer and president of Associated Luxury Hotels International , started off by stating in the first Smart Meetings ’ Accelerator “ 2020 Hospitality Marketplace: Everything You Need to Know.”. Michael Dominguez. Dominguez classified this moment in time as the fourth Industrial Revolution because of the rate of change in business processes and the implications that will have for years to come. “It’s a really im

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Download Now: 2022 Virtual + Hybrid Event Platform RFP Template - Enterprise Edition

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!

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5 Things for Attendees to do When the Meeting’s Over in Washington D.C.

Unique Venues

5 Things for Attendees to do When the Meeting’s Over in Washington D.C. A city filled with history, culture, and a ton of hidden gems, D.C. is one of the best tourist destinations for a reason. Are you in search of unique attractions for your guests to enjoy as they visit the city? Check out the five nontraditional activities we found that will satisfy each one of your guests!

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4 Reasons You Should Use Experiential Team-Building Activities in 2020

Eagle's Flight Corporate Events

While traditional team-building activities can be fun, today’s workforce is looking for more than just a high-energy session at company events. As the world moves into a new decade, companies are finding themselves with employees who want more from corporate events. Millennials now make up the largest portion of the labor force, and their desire for engaging workplaces, professional development opportunities, and career growth is influencing how companies plan their events.

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Venues for Summer Conferences

Unique Venues

Summer is an ideal time to have a conference. The mood is relaxed, conducive to learning, and weather is usually not an issue. Having an overnight conference also gives your group the added benefit of having extra time to focus, and also gives them the opportunity to explore a new area. Here are our Top Picks for Venues for Summer Conferences. The University of Toronto Scarborough in Scarborough, Ontario welcomes a variety of overnight summer conferences for up to 350 attendees.

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19 Design Ideas for Your Event Badge

eventplanner

No matter how much event technology has developed or how digital we've become, event badges are here to stay.

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The Ultimate Guide to Hosting Hybrid Events For Your Association

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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How Much Does it Cost to Rent a Venue for A Party?

Tagvenue

Finding the right venue for a party isn’t just a matter of luck – it’s … How Much Does it Cost to Rent a Venue for A Party? Read More ».

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Job Opportunity: Silverback seeks new Midlands regional manager

Event Industry News

Company: Silverback Events Ltd Location: The Quadrant Business Centre, 3 The Quadrant, Coventry, West Midlands, CV1 2DY Contact Details: www.silverbackuk.com | 08445617939 | 07595021939 Date Posted: 15/01/20 Job Type: Permanent Salary: Salary potential – £40,000 plus (Based on experience) Ref: SILM2 Contact: Diane Horner – diane@silverbackuk.com / Adam Jones – adam@silverbackuk.com.

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Power Placement For Events: Why It Matters More Than You Think

Endless Events

Welcome to today’s lecture on power placement for events! Okay, we’re just kidding. Well, not about the power placement part, but definitely about the lecture. If you’re familiar with Endless, then you know we’re all about giving you amazing knowledge about the world of events. And we particularly enjoy doing it in a fun and catchy way.

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6 new recruits for Venues and Events International

Event Industry News

Venues and Events International has today announced the recruitment of six new starters at the Swindon-based agency. As a result of new client wins including recently announced ENGIE, the agency, headed by Anita Lowe, has recruited six new team members in a range of roles. The new additions to the team include (left to right in the featured image): Rachel Dancer – financial assistant.

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Download 7 Exceptional Event Email Templates for Driving Attendee Engagement

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.

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The AEO and Hiscox Event Insurance renew partnership in 2020

Event Industry News

The Association of Event Organisers (AEO) has renewed its partnership with Hiscox, leaders in specialist insurance, for the 13 th consecutive year. Chris Skeith, Chief Executive of AEO, says: “We are delighted to continue our longstanding partnership with Hiscox. With over 30 years’ experience of delivering specialist insurance policies to the events industry, we trust them to deliver an unmatchable service to our members, minimising the impact of the unexpected.”.

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Searcys awarded top 3 Stars Food Made Good certificate

Event Industry News

As Searcys embarks on a new decade, the British restaurants and events catering company is delighted to announce that it has been awarded the top 3 Stars Food Made Good certificate by the Sustainable Restaurant Association (SRA). Searcys 2019 results represent a 16% increase in scores over the 12-month period. SRA criteria include sourcing, society and environment, with Searcys scoring particularly well in ‘celebrating local and seasonal’, ‘sourcing fish responsibly,’ ‘valuing natural resources’