Conferences that Work

AUGUST 30, 2021

The Association for the Sciences of Limnology and Oceanography (ASLO) has published some useful lessons learned from organizing six online scientific meetings during the COVID-19 pandemic. Here is my summary of what I think are the most interesting findings, plus some commentary. All quotes are from the article “ Virtual Growing Pains: Initial Lessons Learned from Organizing Virtual Workshops, Summits, Conferences, and Networking Events during a Global Pandemic “ in the Limnology an

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SpotMe Blog

AUGUST 30, 2021

Your virtual conference or hybrid event is right around the corner. What can you do to ensure everything runs smoothly on the event day? Run a virtual event rehearsal. . A rehearsal session makes a huge difference in your guests’ experience. Live streaming always comes with some risk, but virtual event prep can set you up for success. . Here’s everything you need to know about virtual event rehearsals: why they matter, who to invite, and everything necessary for a successful event.

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Event Marketer

AUGUST 30, 2021

Forget ‘warm bodies’—these brand ambassador types are essential staff members. Brand ambassadors have always been a valuable part of the experiential ecosystem, and perhaps now more than ever, their ability to manage crowds, give direction, add context to an experience and make people feel at ease is essential. We’ve come a long way from recruiting “warm bodies”—these days, brands and agencies seek out intelligent brand ambassadors who can effectively relay their messaging.

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SpotMe Blog

AUGUST 30, 2021

One of the trends to emerge from the COVID-19 pandemic is the increased popularity and prevalence of global events. Virtual events became the norm when people were no longer able to meet in person for conferences, trade shows, and other events. Event organizers realized that this broadened their market reach, giving them access to an audience and customer base that might not have been able to attend.

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AUGUST 30, 2021

How the automaker is appealing to a whole new generation of car buyers. To engage younger consumers and support the launch of its 2021 Lexus IS sports sedan, the luxury carmaker recently staged a pair of interactive, livestreamed events on Twitch that concluded with a unique takeaway for the gaming community: a Lexus IS concept car designed by the attendees.

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ePly

AUGUST 30, 2021

One thing that can be said about the Great Covid-19 Lockdown is there has been no shortage of webinars to attend. From how-to’s to top tips, there has been plenty of content to keep us busy as we navigate a chaotic and confusing landscape and adapt to the ever-changing “new normal.”.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 30, 2021

IHG Hotels & Resorts ( formerly InterContinental Hotels Group ) launched luxury and lifestyle brand Vignette Collection , the company’s 17th brand in the more than 100 countries in which the company has a toehold. Hotel X. In a statement by IHG, the London-based hospitality giant said the “soft” collection will allow owners of “world-class independent hotels to retain their distinctive identity” while also being under the Vignette flag.

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ePly

AUGUST 30, 2021

One thing that can be said about the Great Covid-19 Lockdown is there has been no shortage of webinars to attend. From how-to’s to top tips, there has been plenty of content to keep us busy as we navigate a chaotic and confusing landscape and adapt to the ever-changing “new normal.”. With so few hours in the day, it’s been impossible to attend all the webinars you may have wanted to, so that’s why we gathered together some of our best webinars of 2021.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 30, 2021

Editor’s Note : This is the first in a monthly series on the planning process for producing IMEX America , the 10th anniversary of the landmark industry gathering, Nov. 9-11 at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas. “We’re now firmly on the road to Mandalay Bay and can’t wait to welcome back the business event community to IMEX America,” said Carina Bauer , CEO of IMEX Group, when we talked in mid-August.

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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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The Planner's Lounge

AUGUST 30, 2021

The wedding industry can be ultra-competitive and overcrowded at times. As a wedding business owner, we want to focus on strategies that give our event planning business an edge and makes us stand out from the crowd. . Here are 5 strategies to establish yourself as a leader and help your business earn the trust of potential clients: 1) Gain Publicity.

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Exhibitor Magazine

AUGUST 30, 2021

LAS VEGAS  The Global Gaming Expo (G2E), the world's premier gaming industry gathering, will require proof of COVID-19 vaccination in order to attend.

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Retro Events & Marketing

AUGUST 30, 2021

Squarespace has become one of the main options for creating a small business website, and you may have heard a lot of business owners rave about it. But, is it actually that good for health and wellness businesses like pilates and yoga studios , psychologists , naturopaths / nutritionists , physiotherapists , doula , mindfulness / life coaches and wellness retreats ?

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Event Leadership Institute

AUGUST 30, 2021

Key Takeaways: The demand for event industry freelancers is returning to pre-pandemic levels, as companies try to build variable workforces to fit their needs. Companies are being methodical about how they rebuild their teams post-pandemic. They are using this industry reset to rethink how they do business, which includes hiring practices. While a remote work environment presents new challenges, it also allows employers to expand their candidate recruitment beyond a particular location, which in

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Exhibitor Magazine

AUGUST 30, 2021

LAS VEGAS  GES Events, a global experiential marketing partner to many of. the world's leading brands, is excited to announce Eugenio Callejas as Di.

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Special Events

AUGUST 30, 2021

Maritz executives discuss “and thinking,” and the aspirations of its Next& customer and supplier event.

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Exhibitor Magazine

AUGUST 30, 2021

More than 1,200 regional Detroit residents created personal pieces of art in honor of their losses to comprise the overall piece. The installation wil.

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Caterease

AUGUST 30, 2021

The post Creating a Personal Email List or Email Groups appeared first on Caterease.

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Exhibitor Magazine

AUGUST 30, 2021

CARROLLTON, TEXAS - vFairs, the world's leading virtual events company, has announced that it will host its inaugural virtual users conference, Discov.

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All Seated

AUGUST 30, 2021

As the calendar flips to September and the sizzling summer comes to an end, many are in the throes of the back-to-school season. . While the smell of freshly sharpened pencils and brand-new notebooks is inspiring for many, the start of school often brings nerves, new routines, and new challenges. And with the ongoing pandemic, the beginning of this school year has even more added stress.

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Exhibitor Magazine

AUGUST 30, 2021

SHELTON, CT  Members from more than 15 organizations from the event industry, including trade show organizers, exhibitors, and digital platforms,

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Nunify

AUGUST 30, 2021

This is an overview of nunify Registrations & Ticketing modules. Key topics we cover are: Templates available out-of-the-box Samples & nunify Deliverables for each template What you need to get started? How does Payment & Ticketing work? Templates & Samples. Registration page – Click here for Sample Embed Registration – Form only.

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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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Exhibitor Magazine

AUGUST 30, 2021

WASHINGTON  U.S. business travelers are scaling back travel plans amid rising COVID-19 cases, with 67% planning to take fewer trips, 52% likely to ca.

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Nunify

AUGUST 30, 2021

This is an overview of nunify Registrations & Ticketing modules. Key topics we cover are: Templates & Samples nunify Deliverables for each template What do you need to get started? How does Payment & Ticketing work? Templates & Samples. Registration page – Click here for Sample Embed Registration – Form only. Below is sample embed code Event website – Click here for Sample.

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Exhibitor Magazine

AUGUST 30, 2021

The first in-person trade fairs have already taken place. Messe Frankfurt is ready to resume in-person events with its proven safety and hygiene conce.

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EventSource

AUGUST 30, 2021

As if making your guest list wasn’t difficult enough, there are some people that are ‘must invites’ even if you want them nowhere near your wedding. Unfortunately, not inviting these individuals can end up causing more harm than good and the last thing you want your wedding to do is cause irreparable harm to your relationships or family. Here are four people you can’t leave off your guest list no matter how much you want to – and how to handle them.

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Exhibitor Magazine

AUGUST 30, 2021

BETHESDA, MARYLAND  After a year of mostly virtual meetings, Marriott International hosted its largest in-person customer event since the start of t.

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Exhibitor Magazine

AUGUST 30, 2021

LYNNWOOD, WASHINGTON  This September will mark the Lynnwood Convention Center's second annual Month of Caring, a celebration dedicated to giving back.

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Exhibitor Magazine

AUGUST 30, 2021

DOHA, QATAR - Qatar Tourism and The Geneva International Motor Show (GIMS) announced today a partnership during a press conference held at Doha Exhib.

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