April, 2019

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13 Original Swag Bag Ideas to Thrill Your Attendees

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Want to give your attendees a swag bag that really stands out? Use these swag ideas to bring your event brand to life. The post 13 Original Swag Bag Ideas to Thrill Your Attendees appeared first on Eventbrite US Blog.

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Looking into the Future of Event Tech

Velvet Chainsaw

Your guidepost for event-technology decisions should be to put your customer’s experience before your staff efficiency. As the event-tech space continues to evolve with a number of mergers and acquisitions, I see four changes coming for larger annual conferences. #1. Security is Expensive, but Critical. Conference organizers are generally unaware that last year most event-technology software companies lost three or more months of future development time to focus instead on compliance requirement

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Any questions? Rethinking traditional Q&A

Conferences that Work

How often have you heard “Any questions?” at the end of a conference session? Hands rise, and the presenter picks an audience member who asks a question. The presenter answers the question and picks another questioner. The process continues for a few minutes. Simple enough. We’ve been using this Q&A format for centuries. But can we improve it?

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Using Website Templates to Set the Mood for Your Event

Attendease

Hundreds of logistics decisions go into planning a successful event. Between the effort expended choosing a venue, organizing sessions and managing other major responsibilities, it can be tempting to let little details like registration page design fall off your radar. But failing to set the mood for your event through clear, consistent visual branding lessens the impact of your event.

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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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Sustainability at events is more than reducing paper and plastics

Gallus Events

In April I spoke in Gothenburg at the Association World Congress. The subject was social justice issue and specifically sustainable events. My subject: Sustainability at events, is more than reducing plastics and paper use. Gothenburg was the perfect city to speak about sustainable events. For three years in a row from 2016 to 2018, the destination won the “World’s most sustainable meeting and event destination” That was the place, and I now think this is the time.

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7 Simple Steps to Hosting a Successful Easter Event

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Events centered around holidays are sure hits among kids and families — and Easter is no exception. The warmer weather gives everyone an excuse to come together as a family around a holiday with lots of fun traditions. But that doesn’t automatically mean they’ll line up to attend your Easter event. Without proper planning, important […]. The post 7 Simple Steps to Hosting a Successful Easter Event appeared first on Eventbrite US Blog.

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Event Planning Skills: 32 Tactics to Advance your Career in 2019

EventMB

Do you have what it takes to make it in the event industry? If you answered “yes” based solely on your event management skills, you might be surprised to know that our international group of experts didn’t rank that quality as number one in terms of importance. As event planning professionals, we all know […]. The post Event Planning Skills: 32 Tactics to Advance your Career in 2019 by EventMB Studio Team appeared first on [link].

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Q&A with Adrian Segar on Crowdsourcing

Conferences that Work

This (slightly edited) interview by JT Long appeared in the March 2019 issue of Smart Meetings Magazine. What led to writing the book, Conferences that Work ? I invented the format by accident 26 years ago when there were no expert speakers to invite for a conference on administrative computing issues in small schools. We needed a format that would allow a room of strangers to learn about each other and the issues we were interested in by using the expertise in the room.

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7 Things That Can (And Will) Go Wrong at Your Event

Attendease

No matter what kind of event you’re running, how many attendees you’re expecting, or what industry you operate in, something will go wrong at your event. Outside of a one-in-a-million (and probably mythical) “unicorn” event, some unexpected contingency or unlikely eventuality is going to throw you off your carefully-laid plans. How you respond to issues that arise influences how successful your event will be.

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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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Event Marketers Are Ignoring the Power of Video—Here’s How to Catch Up

Marketo Events

Video ads are one of the most potent tools in a marketing arsenal. So why do so many event marketers ignore it? According to a 2018 Animoto report on social video trends, 93% of business score new customers from video marketing on social media. Eventbrite research shows that 94% of event creators who use video say it’s effective. While both reports highlight the power of video marketing, they also note that less than half of event marketers actually use this effective tool.

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Event Designers Answer: What's Your Favorite Statement Decor Piece?

BizBash

Designers and producers from throughout the U.S. and Canada share how they create eye-catching focal points for galas, weddings, corporate events, and more.

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10 ½ Creative Event Marketing Ideas to Drive Ticket Sales

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You have countless event marketing options. And with that comes a paralysis of choice. Where to focus your attention and efforts? And how to come up with new ideas beyond basic social posts? What if you decide wrong? The thought of spending your marketing budget for naught sends you into a panic spiral. Your anxiety […]. The post 10 ½ Creative Event Marketing Ideas to Drive Ticket Sales appeared first on Eventbrite US Blog.

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Leveraging Local Flavor at Your Next Event

EventMB

This is a sponsored post by Meetings + Conventions Calgary. More information about Event Manager Blog’s sponsored posts. Cookie-cutter event experiences won’t suffice for your attendees. You want to give them something out of the ordinary, an experience they will remember. And for good reason. Experience is incredibly important to building lasting memories, and positive attendee […].

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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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18 Creative Summer Event Theme Ideas for Parties & Beyond

Social Tables

Is there anything sweeter than summer? The sun’s shining, the birds are chirping, and event planners have more options at their disposal than arguably any other season. After all, there’s the heightened possibility of holding events outdoors, a heaping helping of rich, colorful palettes to play with, and endless summer event themes that promise to surprise and delight attendees.

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12 of the Best Event Sponsorship Proposal Examples to Inspire Yours

Tito Blog | An Event Blog for Organisers

According to EventMB , finding sponsors is the second biggest logistical challenge when it comes to organising events. Providing useful information as a magnet for potential sponsors is one approach through which many conferences have found success. However, deciding what kind of information to include in a sponsorship proposal, and how to design it so that it's clear and appealing to your potential partners is a challenge onto itself.

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Artificial Intelligence is Changing the Event Industry — Here's How

Event Age by Swapcard

Talk about artificial intelligence is happening in every industry, including events — and with good reason. AI is not just a relevant topic; it’s a crucial one.

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12 New Green Venues for Meetings and Events in 2019

BizBash

These new and renovated convention centers, hotels, restaurants, and other event venues are making a commitment to eco-friendly events.

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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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3 Strategies for Event Fundraising Success in 2019

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Today, anyone can raise money online for a cause they care about. It’s empowering, but it also creates a lot of noise. Audiences are overwhelmed with opportunities to make donation choices. The good news, however, is that a new generation of passionate, vocal donors have created an opportunity for nonprofits and charities willing to adapt […].

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How to Select the Perfect Host City for Your Next Sporting Event

EventMB

This is a sponsored post from Québec City Business Destination. More information about Event Manager Blog’s sponsored posts. The perfect host city can make a critical difference in your sporting event. A city’s venues are important, but its planning services/offerings and relationship with you, the sporting event planner, are what create the foundation for a successful […].

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Event Names: Tactics, Tools, and Ideas Worth Stealing

Social Tables

Events bring people together to enjoy new experiences. But in order to get attendees through the door, you’ll need to come up with a great name that grabs their attention and piques their interest. The right event name can solidify your event brand, convey your mission, and help fans (new and old) find you. Do you know how to choose an event name? Here are some highly effective ways to do so, along with some real world examples and ideas.

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The Ultimate Event Planning Checklist

Eventbrite UK

New to event planning? Not sure where to start? Worried about overlooking something vital? We hear you! That’s why we have compiled a comprehensive checklist to make sure nothing slips through the cracks. Use our Ultimate Event Planning Checklist at any point of the event planning process to reduce stress and make sure no detail […]. The post The Ultimate Event Planning Checklist appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.

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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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Going Green: 5 Eco-Friendly Ideas for Your Next Event

Guidebook

The events industry is notoriously environmentally unsustainable – but as a greater focus is placed on reducing waste and shrinking carbon footprints, the industry is taking note and embracing green practices. Whether choosing a paper-free program or partnering with green vendors, take a look at a few of the top ways to host an eco-friendly event. What is a green event?

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14 Over-The-Top Ideas For Wedding Cakes

BizBash

From 10-foot centerpieces to creations with a bevy of special effects, these striking cakes offer scene-stealing ideas for wedding receptions.

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4 Mistakes Every Event Planner Makes At Least Once

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Mistakes happen — even to the most organized event planners. It’s hard to be perfect when you’re juggling endless details and deadlines, corresponding with dozens of caterers, and trying to woo sponsors. After all, you’re only human. Take a look at some of these common event planner fails to see if you can relate. If […]. The post 4 Mistakes Every Event Planner Makes At Least Once appeared first on Eventbrite US Blog.

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[Free Report] Event Storytelling Playbook

EventMB

We are happy to release a new report to help event professionals harness the power of storytelling to create better events. What you will find inside: This report is aimed at event professionals that want to change their event or brand narrative, and is a great resource for exhibit managers that want to step up […]. The post [Free Report] Event Storytelling Playbook by EventMB Studio Team appeared first on [link].

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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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How to Create a Long-Term Event Planning Timeline

Social Tables

When you start planning an event, one of the first things you should do is figure out your event planning timeline. It’s important to outline the months and weeks leading up to the big day. This way, you’ll be sure to meet important deadlines, stay within budget, and coordinate multiple parties smoothly. The next time you start to plan an event, consider using this helpful guide to create an event planning schedule that works for you.

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8 Ways to Improve Your Event

Eventbrite UK

No matter how successful your event is, there’s always room for improvement. Whether it’s adding new features or optimising your event planning processes, there are lots of ways you can improve your event. And by striving to get better each time, you can become more effective as an event planner, proactively analysing your performance and […].

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How To Get Exhibitors To Adopt New Technology

Expo Pass

(3 Minute Read). How To Get Exhibitors To Adopt New Technology. Are you interested in sharing your industry insights click here and share you story! . The “If it ain’t broke…” mentality sounds good if we’re talking about a bicycle or a toaster. But when we’re talking about business tech, people in every industry have a natural reluctance that blinds us to possibility.