Tue.Oct 05, 2021

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Requiring Proof of Vaccination at Your Event: How 3 Eventbrite Creators Are Doing It

Picatic by Eventbrite

Things may not be totally “normal” yet, but 18 months into the pandemic, we’re the closest to it we’ve been since COVID-19 first started dominating news cycles. Think about how far we’ve come: Back in March of 2020, fear and uncertainty swirling around the virus — and the painful awareness of how much we didn’t […].

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10 Ways Planners Can Engage With Virtual Attendees During Hybrid Events Copy

Attendease

Out of sight, out of mind. That’s what they say. And while you’re out tending to your attendees in person, your virtual attendees are out of sight, but don’t for a second keep them out of mind! Attracting and engaging virtual attendees is one of the biggest challenges for the modern event planner. Here is some humble advice to get you ahead of the pack.

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GEVME Partners With Engamio to Elevate Digital Experiences With Gamification at Events

GEVME

We are excited to announce our new partnership with Engamio , an easy-to-use platform to provide gamified activities and sponsorship solutions for virtual, hybrid and in-person events. With the integration, event organisers will be able to include fun and interactive activities to engage audiences, fostering event participation and a more immersive experience for attendees while adding value to sponsors and stakeholders.

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10 Ways Planners Can Engage With Virtual Attendees During Hybrid Events Copy

Attendease

Out of sight, out of mind. That’s what they say. And while you’re out tending to your attendees in person, your virtual attendees are out of sight, but don’t for a second keep them out of mind! Attracting and engaging virtual attendees is one of the biggest challenges for the modern event planner. Here is some humble advice to get you ahead of the pack.

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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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Virtual Events: 50 Free Resources

Event Age by Swapcard

Over the last year and a half, virtual events went from being a novelty to commonplace. Through trial and error, event organizers have quickly learned just how different running a virtual event is from an in-person.

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How to Become a Floral Designer: Start Your Dream Career

QC Event School

Want to know how to become a floral designer? You’ve come to the right place! We’re willing to bet that you have a ton of questions about this new, exciting career path. Luckily, we’ve answered ALL of them for you in this article. So, sit back and relax. In less time than it’d take you to watch an episode of your favorite Netflix show, you’ll learn everything needed to start the career of your dreams!

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Tech Tools for Creating Virtual Experiences in a Hybrid World

Stova

When you’re planning a hybrid event, you’re designing a cohesive experience for two individual audiences. While one attends in person and another through a screen, a successful hybrid event marries the two, engaging both audiences and creating an equally memorable experience for all. That’s where the latest event technology comes in. Read on to learn about MeetingPlay’s three new, cutting-edge tech tools that will equip you to produce standout hybrid events.

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Rhode Island Destination Orgs Jump on Teaming Wagon

Smart Meetings

Several months ago, several Southern California DMOs decided the best way to weather the pandemic slump and win when business returned was by teaming up—and marketing jointly. Now, a twist on this approach has been launched on the East Coast, in Rhode Island. Providence Warwick Convention & Visitors Bureau (PWCVB) and Rhode Island Convention Center (RICC) have joined forces not only for joint sales but also in their service effort.

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19 Halloween Party Ideas: It’s Not too Late to Plan Your Spookiest Event Yet

Eventbrite UK

It's always fun for us to see just how creative event organizers can be when presented with a theme. And few themes inspire more creativity than Halloween. So we thought we'd put together a list of the 10 most clever Halloween events we've seen on the site. Each of these events plays off Halloween ideas but adds its own fresh spin on the holiday. The post 19 Halloween Party Ideas: It’s Not too Late to Plan Your Spookiest Event Yet appeared first on Eventbrite UK.

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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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Tom Norwalk, Visit Seattle CEO, to Retire

Smart Meetings

After 15 years with Visit Seattle, Tom Norwalk will retire as president and CEO on March 31, 2022. Among Norwalk’s many contributions to the organization, such as setting records for tourism visitation and spending and leading the city’s pandemic recovery efforts, he oversaw the creation of Seattle Tourism Improvement Area , a marketing effort funded by guests at downtown Seattle hotels designed to keep the city competitive in the leisure travel market.

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EXHIBITOR's Charles Pappas Named a Top 50 Attraction at Expo 2020 Dubai

Exhibitor Magazine

Charles Pappas, EXHIBITOR Magazine Senior Writer and a leading world expo historian, has been named as one of the top 50 attractions at Expo 2020 Duba.

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grab a gin!

SevenEvents

as avid readers of our blog will know we have been excited to get back out and out in london since restrictions have eased and love to hear of new places opening up. this week it’s the turn of the london gin club which as been closed for the last 2 years, and it’s reopening on the 6 th october. you’ll find it in soho, and for all you gin lovers there’s 100 of the finest gins to choose from, with extensive gin based cocktail menus and the popular gin tasting flight experiences. this iconic bar is

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Hybrid GSX Demonstrates Strength of the Security Community, Attracting 8,600 Global Registrants

Exhibitor Magazine

ORLANDO, Fla.  The synchronous portion of Global Security Exchange (GSX) 2021 has concluded at. the Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) in Orla.

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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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Naming your Wedding Planning Business

Event Certificate

Naming your wedding planning business can be an exciting process. A business name should be memorable, clear, and interesting. You might not need to reinvent the wheel, but you do need to select a name that tells people what you do. Here are a few exercises to help you get […]. The post Naming your Wedding Planning Business appeared first on EVENT PLANNING CERTIFICATE.

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Pennsylvania Convention Center Hosts Largest Trade Show Since the Pandemic with Enhanced Health and Safety Protocols

Exhibitor Magazine

PHILADELPHIA - The Pennsylvania Convention Center recently hosted its largest trade show since the start of the pandemic  Natural Products Expo East.

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Central Hall Venues launches second UK site – St Saviourgate York

Prestige Events Magazine

Venue management organisation, Central Hall Venues (CHV) today announces the launch of its second UK site, St Saviourgate York. The news follows the successful launch of its first UK site, Nicolson Square Edinburgh, in March 2021. CHV was established to support and manage UK venues based at Methodist public meeting places which share the same values of community, sustainability and well-being as its original venue, Central Hall Westminster.

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TLS Productions CEO Brad Hayes Announces Retirement

Exhibitor Magazine

Since 1992, Brad Hayes has been integral in the production of hundreds of high-caliber events for some of the biggest companies and artists in the wor.

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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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isla Members vote in the new Advisory Board for 2021 – 22.

Prestige Events Magazine

The event industry body isla has entered its second year and with this has welcomed in a new Advisory Board to facilitate the aims and ambitions of the organisation over the coming 12 months. Elected from the membership base, isla has announced today the appointment of Carina Filek, Global Chief Operations Officer (elevate), Saskya Liney, Account Director, (emc3) and Charlie Hepburn, Client Strategy Director (Identity).

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New UK festival, Wide Skies & Butterflies, chooses Event Genius for end-to-end ticketing and payments deal

Event Industry News

Event Genius has signed brand new UK festival Wide Skies & Butterflies on a five year deal that will see the end-to-end provider become the festival’s sole ticketing, travel, access control and payments partner. The festival – created by a hugely experienced team that have worked on events such as the Isle of Wight Festival, BST Hyde Park and tours from the likes of Madonna, The Rolling Stones and Coldplay – is brand new for the UK circuit and will launch in August 2022 at the Raynham Estat

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Virtual instructor led training benefits and tips for success

Arlo Training & Events Software

Virtual instructor led training and traditional face-to-face training have one thing in common: they both require an instructor to deliver a training session live to a group of participants. But the ideal session length, methods of engagement, software and technology needed to ensure the course is a success differs vastly between the two. Virtual instructor led training (VILT) has gained momentum in previous years – bringing together the benefits of both instructor led training and the fle

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5 HOA Fundraising Ideas to Boost Revenue

Regpack

Maybe your HOA needs to build up its reserves, pay for maintenance costs, or raise money for a new amenity—no matter the case, homeowners would prefer anything to increasing their monthly HOA dues. Fundraising for your HOA can help reach a financial goal while having fun and providing an outlet for neighbors to foster community. . The possibilities for fundraising campaigns are endless, and they may rely on the dynamics of your neighborhood.

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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.