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Join TOGETHER and be STRONG – Let us be a contingency network in times of uncertainty

Event Industry News

IELA passionately believes in the considerable social and economic power of face-to-face exhibitions and events and remains committed to the industry. We know that the negative long-term effects of speculation, hype and overreaction will not only cause direct harm to this sector but also have repercussions on our local communities and business as a whole. .

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What Event Planners Need to Know About COVID-19

Eventsforce

It is a fact now. COVID-19 – the new coronavirus – is having a drastic impact on our industry globally. In fact, 49% of event planners have said the virus has already had an impact on their events – according to a poll from Eventsforce this week. With so many articles churning out by the minute across industry sites, blogs and news outlets, we’ve put together this post to help you separate fact from fiction and give you some guidance on what key things you need to think about when m

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A different way to connect festival sponsors with attendees

Oveit

During a festival, sponsors contribute to the attendee experience and entertainment. It’s very unlikely to attend a large festival without noticing heavy signs […]. The post A different way to connect festival sponsors with attendees appeared first on Oveit.com.

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Business Travel Sector to Take a $820 Billion Virus-Related Revenue Hit: Survey

Skift

A man wearing a face mask passes by empty ticket counters at the Daegu Airport in Daegu, South Korea. The coronavirus outbreak has caused a sharp slowdown in global business travel as more companies suspend or cancel travel due to Covid-19 concerns. Kim Hyun-tae / Associated Press Skift Take: While China accounts for nearly half of the losses in the global business travel sector to date, the coronavirus impact on the sector is likely to deepen as more companies in the U.S. and Europe nix travel

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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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Get Creative: How To Use Heat Maps For Events & Conferences!

Endless Events

It’s time to tackle one of the hottest trends of the year, heat maps for events! So, you already know that here at Endless we love discussing event trends. And if this is your cup tea, then make sure you are up to speed with our complete guide for 2020 , as well as all the marketing , design , and technology trends we’ve covered so far! But today, it’s time for heat maps to take the stage.

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72 Event Themes to Inspire Your Next Event

Eventbrite UK

To attract attendees, your event theme must be well-chosen. It doesn’t have to be outlandish, but it does have to be eye-catching. Here’s a long list of event themes to spark your creativity – from ambitious themes for large events to those suitable for intimate affairs. Sports Event Themes Event theme #1: 5K run On […]. The post 72 Event Themes to Inspire Your Next Event appeared first on Eventbrite UK.

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Event Cancellation Insurance: How Much Can It Help?

Special Events

Event cancellation insurance is important, but be sure you understand what you're paying for.

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EMA Launches COVID-19 Forum to help members and gathers corporate opinion and information

Event Industry News

EMA is a not-for-profit industry association exclusively for in-house corporate event planners. The Event Marketing Association (EMA) THE Association exclusively for corporate or client-side event professionals has launched an online forum for members to discuss COVID -19 and the effect it is having on their events and businesses at large. The forum will be regularly updated with the latest government advice and other useful resources collated specifically to help members through these challengi

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InitLive COVID-19 Guarantee

InitLive

The COVID-19 outbreak has impacted the events industry around the world in a major way. In this time of uncertainty, the InitLive team is here to support you and your event planning requirements. Events all over the world are being canceled and postponed to try and contain the spread of COVID-19. There is no question that public safety should always be the top priority, as such, w e’re all unsure how long we will need to continue these precautionary measures.

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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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EVENTIT to go ahead despite outbreak of COVID-19

Event Industry News

Scotland’s leading annual showcase for business event professionals will go ahead as planned, helping to support the Scottish events industry. EVENTIT is looking forward to opening its doors on March 19 th at the Edinburgh International Conference Centre, showcasing over 80 exhibitors across Scotland’s thriving events industry. Despite fears surrounding the outbreak of Coronavirus, attendees can be reassured that cleanliness and hygiene matters will be imperative across the duration of the event

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Crisis Management Resources for Event Organizers

Socio Events

Originally Published: 3/11/20. Coronavirus (COVID-19) is causing serious uncertainty in the event space, and it’s already impacting many global events. Understanding the impact that COVID-19 has on event organizers, we’ve compiled this resource page to help you stay up-to-date on the impact of Coronavirus on the events industry as well as share some strategies to consider to make the most of these uncertain times.

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Church House Westminster launches new range of alcohol-free drinks

Event Industry News

The Westminster venue’s 2020 wine and drinks list include an extended range of alcohol-free alternatives alongside its range of fine wines, Champagnes, beers, ciders and spirits. The new additions are in response to the growing number of guests who, for whatever reason, choose not to drink. The new wine list features two red and two white alcohol-free wines, as well as an alcohol-free sparkling wine, whilst the bar tariff offers an alcohol-free beer, cider and two gins.

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Events Marketing: How to Use Instagram Stories to Promote Your Events

Hubilo Blog

There are a lot of reasons why you should be using Instagram Stories to promote your event. Let’s look at the facts, shall we? The platform has beaten its competitors by gaining a staggering 250 million daily active users in just a year of launching. Moreover, Instagram Stories provide an excellent platform to launch an event to an engaged and active audience.

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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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Tim Draper and Other Blockchain Communities Around the World Gather Together Using Virtual Events

Event Industry News

Teooh a global virtual events technology platform, is partnering with Blockchain communities and providing them with the tech to bring the community members together for virtual events. “Fundamentally, the blockchain technology is decentralized… the blockchain communities are the same… so using our technology pioneers like Tim Draper have been hosting online events to bring members together,” stated Don Stein, founder of Teooh.com.

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Observing Safety During Events in the Midst of Coronavirus

AIDA Event Tech Digest

Events are indispensable for B2B and B2C industries alike. One only has to take a look at the statistics: 74% of attendees harbour a more positive perception of a business/organization post a successful event, and 96% of customers are more inclined to make a purchase, based on their favourable experiences of event engagement. . Considering the recent Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, which, according to WHO, holds the potential to evolve into a full-fledged pandemic , event organizers need to sta

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A Successful Leadership Retreat Requires These 4 Things

Eagle's Flight Corporate Events

An offsite leadership retreat is a great time for leaders to get away from everyday pressures, get some through some serious planning and strategizing, and maybe have a little fun while they’re at it. Finding the time to invest in this type of event can be difficult, so it’s important to make the most of the opportunity.

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Going Virtual: How The Lowry Hotel Closes More Business Remotely Using Allseated

All Seated

Now more than ever, the ability to virtually showcase an event space, sell remotely, and plan events without onsite meetings are critical to event business strategies within the event and hospitality industries. An iconic five-star hotel in Manchester, The Lowry Hotel was the first venue and hotel in the UK to use Allseated Vision. Implementing Allseated Vision has transformed the way they do business, labeling the hotel as a forward-thinking venue delivering more accurate, collaborative, and e

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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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How to Use Slido For Virtual Events and Conferences

Slido

The rapid spread of COVID-19 has already forced many global event organizers to switch from a live event to a virtual one. If you’re one of them and are currently finding ways of how to make your event more engaging, read on. Here’s everything you need to know about setting up Slido for your upcoming virtual event or conference. The participants’ experience.

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5 Tips On Planning A Sustainable Event

InitLive

In today's world, there is a lot of talk about being eco-friendly. The event planning industry cannot be left far behind when it comes to being sustainable. However, the market is filled with ideas which at times can come across as green-washing. In such a scenario, here are 5 ways in which you can stay relevant and successfully organize a sustainable event.

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Planning Events in the Age of Coronavirus: Tips from 5 Experts

Attendify

Ever since the Coronavirus — also known as COVID-19 — was declared by the World Health Organization (WHO) to be a “public health emergency of international concern” on January 30, 2020 (on March 11th it was deemed a global pandemic), it has caused considerable disruption to a number of industries that revolve around gathering large concentrations of people in one place.