EventMB

APRIL 23, 2020

One avenue some venues are taking to return to normalcy is to implement social distancing-friendly infrastructure and policies to try to create safety around in-person events. Here's what that may look like and when we might expect the first attempts. As the peak of coronavirus infections starts to level off in many countries — […]. The post How Venues Are Preparing With Social Distancing Measures by Victoria Copans appeared first on [link].

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BizBash

APRIL 23, 2020

As an ode to Earth Day, here's a retro roundup of 10 sustainable-meets-stylish events over the decade.

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Event Industry News

APRIL 23, 2020

This week’s episode takes me (virtually) across the pond to the U.S. My guest this week is Brian Fanzo, founder of iSocialFanz, a company which has helped launch digital and influencer strategies with the world’s most iconic brands like Dell, EMC, Adobe, IBM, UFC, Applebee’s, and SAP. Fanzo, a seasoned podcast host and presenter, is now hosting virtual events – another online product born out of the social distances measures currently in place around the globe.

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EventSource

APRIL 23, 2020

If you’re into va-va-voom romance (and who isn’t?) you’re going to fall head over heels for Christine and Noah’s big day. Decked out in tons of florals and sweet details, their gorgeous Toronto wedding at the stylish Burroughes is something for both the memory and fairy-tale books. They have the brilliant minds at Shaw Events to thank for their genius planning, design, and styling.

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Event Industry News

APRIL 23, 2020

Pioppo Ltd has announced the launch of Pioppo-Works – a project to overcome the effects of the Coronavirus. Around the World, small businesses are struggling to survive financially amidst the Covid-19 pandemic. The Coronavirus outbreak is affecting the UK economy in a number of different ways : from enforced closures of many businesses, to supply chain disruption, and uncertainty over job security.

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Event Industry News

APRIL 23, 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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Eventbrite UK

APRIL 23, 2020

Aussies are looking for ways to help their favourite local businesses during isolation. Here’s 5 ways you can stay connected to your attendees and ask for support. The post How to Ask Your Event Community for Support appeared first on Eventbrite UK.

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Special Events

APRIL 23, 2020

Event pro Chris Sinclair of Anthem Group shares tips on weighing caution versus bold action in times of crisis.

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Event Industry News

APRIL 23, 2020

These are incredible times. With such times, there are understandably many vital questions. As many in government, the media and commentators have put forward, rather than there being ‘the answer’ currently, there are lots of urgent and essential questions. That is why we thought it would be useful to bring together a number of people who are thinking deeply about the various issues currently and how they are impacting us generally and specifically.

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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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SpotMe

APRIL 23, 2020

In this post, we break down 10 ideas to get higher participation in your digital experience. Ok, so you have. The post 10 Ideas to Get Higher Participation at Digital Experiences appeared first on SpotMe.

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SmartMeetings

APRIL 23, 2020

How does one lead in times of crisis? We are now seeing the truth to the saying that in periods of intense uncertainty are when true leaders are revealed. In the latest Smart Meetings #HospitalityStrong webinar series, “ Courage Required: Leading in the Time of COVID-19 ,” Tammy Blount-Canavan, FCDME, executive vice president principal, destination and travel practice at Fired Up!

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MeetingsNet

APRIL 23, 2020

Hotels will survive, events will go on, but will the pandemic take the cocktails out of cocktail receptions? Hotel analyst Jan Freitag already sees some signs of recovery in the Chinese lodging industry and believes occupancy rates in the U.S. will rise again. But both leisure and business travelers will find the landscape a little different, and meeting planners will have to adjust to some new rules to make their attendees feel safe.

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Event Industry News

APRIL 23, 2020

EVCOM are delighted to announce the May programme for their recently launched virtual EVCOM Sessions. Now entering its second month, they gather together a range of experts and inspiring panellists, facilitators and speakers to discuss the current crisis, creativity, wellbeing and social media. All EVCOM Sessions are free to attend. In conversation with Michael Hirst OBE.

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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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PCMA Convene

APRIL 23, 2020

In the DEI Office Hours series, we discuss digital event resources that are available, idea share and answer questions for taking your events digital in the wake of COVID-19. We have compiled a list of FAQs from this office hour for your reference. ** Disclaimer: The thoughts and views expressed during this session are those of the individuals and do not represent the organizations they are affiliated with.

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Canadian Special Events

APRIL 23, 2020

The creative team at Pacific Destination Services (PDS) imagined and designed a spectacularly successful West Coast Rainforest Party in the Exhibit Halls of the Vancouver Convention Centre. The concept was to capture the essence of a West Coast Rainforest, while at the same time, feel like an exclusive, international dance club – and play host to an international crowd of more than 1300.

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Event Industry News

APRIL 23, 2020

Whilst now may not be the time for any form of celebration, the country owes a growing debt to the 1.2 million NHS full time staff. With this in mind, Eventist Group is leading plans for a series of nationwide events to show its gratitude and to celebrate the country’s NHS heroes. . The ‘Thank you to the Heroes’ events have been conceived by Tim Stevens, CEO of Eventist Group, who comments: “This would be an entirely not for profit set of events to recognise our NHS Heroes and is an opportunity

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Skift

APRIL 23, 2020

Read the Complete Story On Skift.

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Event Industry News

APRIL 23, 2020

As the world celebrates Earth Day 2020, the Events Industry Council (EIC) is pleased to announce the first organisations to have achieved the EIC Sustainable Event Standards. The new standards, launched in September 2019, are a central initiative of EIC’s Centre for Sustainable Events. Formerly the APEX/ASTM Environmentally Sustainable Meeting Standards, the EIC Sustainable Event Standards maintain the same level of rigour while improving their ease of use and adoptability.

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Arlo Training & Events Software

APRIL 23, 2020

Highlights from our webinar: Transitioning to Live Online Training. Last week we hosted a webinar with a panel of Arlo customers who have successfully transitioned their face-to-face courses to live online, in the wake of COVID-19 (if you missed it, you can watch the recording ). We were joined by Bruce Cooper from Springhouse, Anne Cave from Selwyn Community Education and Margarita Sanding from IRI.

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