EventMB
FEBRUARY 19, 2018
Breaking into event planning with little to no experience can be a challenge. And it’s REALLY hard to get experience if no one will hire you. Or is it? Hey, I’ve been there. I know the challenges. But they can be overcome with a few tactics, tools, and strategies. In this article, we’ll navigate this […]. The post 99 Resources to Get into Event Planning (Updated 2018) by Julius Solaris appeared first on [link].
Conferences that Work
FEBRUARY 19, 2018
After a one-day Participate! workshop for Dutch professional moderators, I was interviewed by Otto Wijnen about speaker and presentation tips for making presentations more effective by incorporating active learning. Apart from a brief introduction and closing in Dutch, the 13-minute interview is in English. Read the full article at Conferences That Work Related posts: Participate!
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Eventbrite UK
FEBRUARY 19, 2018
Beyond brand awareness, Instagram can be used for ticket sales. This complete guide covers all you need to know to turn your profile into a revenue source. The post The Complete Guide to Instagram for Events appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.
BizBash
FEBRUARY 19, 2018
Planning a conference, convention, meeting, or other event? Experience Atlantic City—a new kind of meeting destination. With event venues galore.
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Evenium
FEBRUARY 19, 2018
When you’re hosting a medical conference or training session, the focus should be on facilitating learning and promoting connections among participants. You want to present cutting-edge medical information in a way that improves retention and inspires those present to explore more or share their experiences. Medical professionals are used to hands-on, experiential learning.
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PCMA Convene
FEBRUARY 19, 2018
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Event Industry News
FEBRUARY 19, 2018
Glastonbury festival is to implement a site-wide ban on plastic bottles when it returns in 2019. “It’s an enormous project; it’s taking a lot of time to tackle with all the different people we work with,” organiser Emily Eavis told BBC 6 Music. In 2014, Glastonbury introduced environmentally friendly stainless steel bottles and water kiosks for the cost-free refill of any kind of receptacle, followed in 2016 by stainless steel pint cups designed to be “non-aerodynamic, to minimise injuries from
Eventtia
FEBRUARY 19, 2018
I feel you, friend, and I don’t envy you. Planning B2B networking events can be a real struggle, even if you are an event professional. And if it’s not your case, the hassle can feel downright torturous. But either way, you still have to put on a good face and do everything you can to […]. La entrada How to Avoid the Hassle and Run High-Quality B2B Networking Events aparece primero en Eventtia | Event management software.
Event Industry News
FEBRUARY 19, 2018
Family business Boulevard Events have hired 3 new members of staff after a record 40% growth in turnover YTD and expansion into international markets. The second generation family business have come a long way since their 50 seater family restaurant opened its doors in 1989. 30 years on and the company are catering for some of London’s most prestigious events and venues.
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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
Connect Your Meetings
FEBRUARY 19, 2018
Connect Diversity in Portland, Oregon, took a page from Maya Angelou, who once said that there is beauty and strength in diversity. Our annual conference showcased the many meanings of diversity as it relates to the events industry. Here are some our key takeaways. Diversity is natural. . Tamara Kennedy-Hill MBA, CMP, vice president of diversity and community relations at Travel Portland led a panel on inclusion and diversity in the meetings world.
Event Industry News
FEBRUARY 19, 2018
ADI, specialists in event LED, will deliver screen solutions across all competition and non-competition venues during the Glasgow 2018 European Championships. Appointed by Glasgow City Council through a competitor tender process, ADI will provide over 900m² of high resolution LED in both mobile and modular formats to offer an incredible live spectator experience.
PCMA Convene
FEBRUARY 19, 2018
Sourabh Kothari, DES, thinks videos are killing your event — at least, when the video content that’s added to live sessions isn’t chosen thoughtfully. Kothari, director of advocacy, brand, and content for Signifyd, a software company, believes that event organizers and speakers alike fall into the trap of believing that any video will enhance a session’s message.
Event Industry News
FEBRUARY 19, 2018
EventCity, the North’s largest, fully flexible, blank canvas exhibition and multipurpose event venue, has been confirmed as the venue of choice for Mums Enterprise Roadshow 2018, the Flexible Work and Business Show for parents on a mission. Selected to host the 6th edition of The Mums Enterprise Roadshow on Wednesday 20th June, EventCity Manchester, will open its doors to over 3,500 parents looking to retain, find flexible work, start or grow a business, at the only exhibition of its kind in the
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SmartMeetings
FEBRUARY 19, 2018
Marriott International is the talk again. The hospitality giant announced two new hotels are coming to Las Vegas, as well as its intention of depositing tax savings into employees retirement accounts. New JW Marriott and Edition to Tower over The Strip by 2020. Marriott says it will open The Drew Las Vegas, which will house The Strip’s first JW Marriott and the Las Vegas debut of its high-end Edition brand, in 2020.
Event Industry News
FEBRUARY 19, 2018
Truckfest, Europe’s largest trucking festival, has extended its tenancy agreement with the East of England Arena and Events Centre, for a further four years. Jason Lunn, general manager of The East of England Arena and Events Centre, said, “We are delighted to welcome Truckfest to the venue for another four years. Over the last twelve months we have increased our investment into the venue with almost £1 million being spent on our buildings, grass and roadways, to improve the experience for visit
SmartMeetings
FEBRUARY 19, 2018
Hans Ritten Loews Hotels & Co announces Hans Ritten as the new general manager of Loews Chicago O’Hare Hotel in Rosemont, Illinois. He blew over from another Windy City property, Omni Hotel Chicago, where he was general manager. Ritten has more than 25 years of experience at branded and independent hotels in airport, convention and resort destinations.
Event Industry News
FEBRUARY 19, 2018
The Association of Event Venues (AEV) has released a selection of key findings from the annual Size And Scale index of Events (SASiE) report for 2016, published this month by the AEV, Association of Event Organisers (AEO) and Event Supplier and Services Association (ESSA). This edition of the SASiE report includes, for the first time, a detailed and quantitative trends analysis based on 3 years of consistent data across several key metrics.
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