March, 2018

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The Achilles Heel Of Association Leadership

Velvet Chainsaw

One of the ironies of associations is that the strengths that led to their initial success may actually be detrimental to their ongoing growth. Most associations start with a group of passionate volunteers that serve in many roles. They are intricately involved in all the functions of the association. These core volunteers oversee the organization’s daily operations, make all the decisions, manage each committee and approve every purchase.

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Lessons from Anguilla — Resilience in the Face of Disaster

Conferences that Work

8AM (AST) UPDATE: Eye of #Irma directly on #StMartin , northern eyewall pounding #Anguilla , coms going down. It’s at its worst #HurricaneIrma pic.twitter.com/nda2OJdjjb — Anguilla-Beaches.com (@anguillabeaches) September 6, 2017 On September 6, 2017, Hurricane Irma tore across the tiny island nation of Anguilla. Every power pole was destroyed.

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Attract the Right Event Sponsors Every Time (2018 Sponsorship Guide)

EventMB

How do you attract sponsors looking for the perfect event sponsorship opportunity? Your event needs to offer what sponsors are looking for, and come up with groundbreaking and worthwhile sponsorship packages to attract more sponsorship revenue. You have one chance to impress. Seize the day and get more event sponsors signed up. All event […].

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6 Steps for a Safe and Effective Crowd Management Strategy

Eventinterface

Event organizers have a responsibility to ensure that health and safety risks are properly managed for all attendees, including staff, contractors, volunteers and members of the public. This might not seem like a challenge when walking around your empty venue, but as soon as a crowd starts forming it doesn’t take much for minor or major injuries to occur.

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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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4 Secrets to Better Attendee Management

Quickmobile

The overall success of an event depends on many working parts. But perhaps the biggest indicator of a successful event can be measured by the attendees’ experience. While you can easily gauge how attendees feel about your event, the trouble lies in ensuring the experience is actually a positive one. The key to creating a good attendee experience is attendee management.

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B2B Buyers Have Changed, Expos Haven’t

Velvet Chainsaw

The way B2B professionals buy has dramatically changed, but our dependency on expo revenue hasn’t. There are two primary segments that leverage the traditional exhibit business model — conferences with an expo and expos with a conference. Based on our deep analysis of dozens of shows, the former are the event business models being disrupted most. From our view, most industry mega-shows continue to thrive.

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Does the world of events need more exposure to the new?

Conferences that Work

Most of the event technology I’ve been using for the last quarter century is hundreds of years old. It works incredibly well. So, when you’re designing your next event, bear in mind this observation of Seth Godin’s: You might not need more exposure to the new. Instead, it might pay to re-see what’s already around you. —Seth Godin, What do you see?

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16 Ways To Welcome Attendees With These Event Registration Area Ideas

EventMB

Although in many cases your event registration is a logistical necessity, you can still use it to your advantage. Even a simple registration desk set up can give a warm welcome, offer sponsorship opportunities and allow event staff to be on top form, greeting guests. Clever ideas when attendees are signing in can set the […]. The post 16 Ways To Welcome Attendees With These Event Registration Area Ideas by EventMB Team appeared first on [link].

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Extreme Customer Service and Your Events

Eventinterface

On this episode of Event TALK, I am speaking with John Di Lemme, high-end marketing consultant, strategic business coach and international speaker about extreme customer service, and how this applies to service provided by meeting and event professionals. Listen to host Al Wynant and guest John Di Lemme discuss the following: The definition of extreme customer service and what this means for event and meeting planning professionals.

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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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The Post-Event Survey Questions Guide

Quickmobile

The post-event survey is one of the most important places where an event planner can collect information. While the pre-event polls are all about driving engagement and readying attendees for the event itself, post-event surveys are for an event planner’s benefit. Immediately post-event, attendees are finished with their networking and sessions—but everything is still fresh on their minds.

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The Most Unusual Event Trends Around the World

Eventbrite UK

As we settle into 2018, we have compiled a list of current event trends across the globe. Check them out, from the weird and wacky to.the even weirder! The post The Most Unusual Event Trends Around the World appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.

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Follow The Leader Can Be A Dangerous Game When It Comes To Best Practices, Solutions And New Ideas

Velvet Chainsaw

Do you remember playing follow the leader as a kid? We all stood in a line behind one child who was the leader. We followed that leader around the room mimicking every action s/he took. When the leader squatted and quacked like a duck, we squatted and quacked like a duck. When the leader skipped forward, we skipped forward. So many of today’s conference and learning programs are like follow the leader.

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Two scientists walk into a conference…

Conferences that Work

One of the most satisfying outcomes of the peer conferences I design and facilitate is how they bring people together who would never otherwise have met — and in doing so change the world. This is obviously important, but why do world-changing connections seldom occur at conventional conferences ? Here’s an illuminating story from the pages of a New Yorker article about Jim Simons , the noted mathematician founder of Renaissance Technologies, one of the world’s largest hedge funds, and a f

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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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Event Planner Salary in 2018: How Do You Stack Up?

EventMB

Are you wondering what other event planners are earning and how your event planner salary stacks up? We investigate whether your earnings in the event industry are likely to increase in 2018 and analyze the job market to reveal what opportunities are out there for you. Let’s be honest, most of us don’t work in […]. The post Event Planner Salary in 2018: How Do You Stack Up?

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Event Risk and Crisis Management

Eventinterface

On this episode of Event TALK, I am speaking with Juanita Gaynor, President and CEO of EABJ Consulting and Event Management, Inc. about risk and crisis management and how this applies to the planning and managing of events and conferences. Listen to host Al Wynant and guest Juanita Gaynor discuss the following: Normal. 0. false. false. false. EN-US.

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How to use data to sell event tickets

Gallus Events

Data is the hottest topic in events this year. With the introduction of the General Data Protection Regulation in the European Union changing the way we collect and use our data, event managers have to be data savvy like never before. So, in this post I thought I would focus on how to use data to sell event tickets. To get down and dirty with your data I will concentre on the four best ways to segment your database.

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See a Grown-Up Take on a Batman Birthday Party

BizBash

San Francisco-based Glow Events regularly produces celebrations from weddings to corporate gatherings to bar mitzvahs, but founder Christina Millikin elevated.

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Dominate Your Local Market With These 4 Reputation Management Strategies

Speaker: Adam Dorfman, Lindsay Harrison, and Erin O'Brien

Did you know that 4 out of 5 consumers use local search and 88% use smartphones for those searches? With that in mind, I think it's safe to say your online presence is the silver bullet of your business. Think about the revenue you could be missing by not prioritizing local search optimization. Fortunately, there are a handful of steps you can take right now that will immediately impact your business's pace in local search, and we're happy to share them.

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Eventbrite Pulse Report 2018: All the Event Industry Statistics You Need to Know

Eventbrite UK

We are delighted to present our fourth annual Pulse Report. Based on a survey of the industry, it contains all you need to know to stay updated in 2018. The post Eventbrite Pulse Report 2018: All the Event Industry Statistics You Need to Know appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.

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How to create amazing conference programs that don’t waste attendee time

Conferences that Work

Do your conference programs include pre-scheduled sessions you belatedly discover were of little interest or value to most attendees? If so, you’re wasting significant stakeholder and attendee time and money — your conference is simply not as good as it could be. Now imagine you could learn how to routinely create conference programs that reliably include the sessions attendees actually want and need ?

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19 Corporate Event Entertainment and Experiences

EventMB

Corporate events can be used to spark creativity, innovation and productivity in your team, by choosing exciting experiences or activities that all of your guests can enjoy. Here are 19 ways to boost staff morale and break the ice at your next annual gala, awards evening or meeting. Entertainment and experiences aren’t just par for […]. The post 19 Corporate Event Entertainment and Experiences by EventMB Team appeared first on [link].

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How to innovate and disrupt your event planning business

Eventinterface

On this episode of Event TALK, I am speaking with Dave Knox, he is the author of Predicting the Turn: The High Stakes Game of Business Between Startups and Blue Chips , which was named the Grand Prix winner of the 2017 Atticus Award. Dave is the former Chief Marketing Officer for Rockfish, a widely recognized digital innovation agency that was acquired by WPP, where he also served as the Managing Director for WPP Ventures.

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5 Things Businesses Need to Know to Thrive in a Post-COVID World

People are itching to get back into the world. 54% of consumers say they plan to dine out at a restaurant at least once a week this year. As COVID-19 restrictions ease, the competition for their business is stronger than ever. Download this eBook today to learn how your restaurant can be prepared!

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Signs You Need Event Tech Support at Your Event

Quickmobile

Recently, I got the chance to work in event technology services. We call it an ‘onsite’: working event tech support for one of our client’s events. It was the first time I’d be on the customer facing side of things (I work in communications; we don’t get out much). Though I was nervous, I was told that the client was already familiar with the technology—QuickMobile ran event apps for all of their events.

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Let the Games Begin: Why You Need Event Gamification

BizBash

If you're looking to improve attendance, increase engagement, and create an unforgettable experience at your next event, it's time to.

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Meeting Planner Tips for Boosting Audience Engagement, Faster Check-ins and More

Endless Events

Every meeting planner we know is a great juggler. After all, you need the skills of a Cirque de Soleil performer to handle venues, schedules, suppliers, and social media all at the same time! Even the best #eventprof needs an assist every once in a while. So we have compiled our favorite meeting planner tips and few tricks to help you manage your time by using some classic event management shortcuts.

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Why have my Twitter impressions suddenly risen?

Conferences that Work

Something strange is happening in the world of Twitter. For well over a year my average Twitter impressions count has hovered at 2.0K impressions per day. (Twitter defines an impression as anytime a Twitter user sees your Tweet.) I’ve never seen that figure deviate by more than 5% (i.e. between 1.9 — 2.1K) for a long time. And then, starting at the beginning of March, I’ve watched my daily impression count steadily rise to 2.7K per day.

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A CHRO’s Perspective on Substance Use in the Workplace: Supportive Strategies to Help Your Workforce Thrive

Speaker: Smita Das, MD, PhD, MPH, Medical Director, Psychiatry and Naj Wright, MBA, C-Suite HR Executive

The last year and a half has been one of extreme stress and anxiety for the American Workforce. A 2021 New York University School of Global Public Health survey of 5,850 people who drink alcohol found that 29 percent have increased their drinking during the pandemic. Among people who have been experiencing depression (64% more likely) and anxiety (41% more likely), which have also become more prevalent over the last 18 months, the risk is even higher.

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131 Event Apps Compared: (Quickly) Choose the Best App for Your Event

EventMB

131 event mobile apps reviewed. Quickly choose the best mobile app for your event. In this article you will also find tips, templates and workflow to make sure your event app is a success. Free PDF included. Event planners that rave about their event apps and how much it added to their event generally do […]. The post 131 Event Apps Compared: (Quickly) Choose the Best App for Your Event by Julius Solaris appeared first on [link].

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Extreme Customer Service and Your Events

Eventinterface

On this episode of Event TALK, I am speaking with John Di Lemme, high-end marketing consultant, strategic business coach and international speaker about extreme customer service, and how this applies to service provided by meeting and event professionals. Listen to host Al Wynant and guest John Di Lemme discuss the following: The definition of extreme customer service and what this means for event and meeting planning professionals.

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Live Webinar: How to Market Your B2B Events on LinkedIn

Eventbrite UK

Do you organise B2B events? Are you looking for ways to reach new audiences and sell more tickets? Then sign up for our next community webinar where we’ll be talking about how to use LinkedIn to sell out your events. LinkedIn is the largest professional network in the world, with over 460 million users, so […]. The post Live Webinar: How to Market Your B2B Events on LinkedIn appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.

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