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Best Practices When Sending Post-Event Surveys

Attendease

Some may think that an event is over when the guests leave and the doors are shut, but for event managers, there is still a lot more work to do. Part of the work is to gauge attendees’ satisfaction and to measure the success of the event. Today we will share some best practices to help you create effective surveys to measure this success. Post-Event Email Follow-Up.

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Pre Event Hype Ideas: Engage Attendees Before The Event

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You’ve been putting in the work for months. The venue, the sponsors, the entertainment, the speakers or special guests. Now you’re ready to share your event with the world. But how do you engage your audience’s attention – and keep it – in the lead up to your event? Building and sustaining pre event hype […]. The post Pre Event Hype Ideas: Engage Attendees Before The Event appeared first on Eventbrite US Blog.

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Go Green How to Plan a Sustainable Event

Eventsforce

Events often generate large amounts of unnecessary waste, adding to an already concerning amount produced each year in most parts of the world. With sustainability and social responsibility on the forefront of minds these days, many event organisers are taking substantial measures to reduce their carbon footprint. But how does one define a ‘green’ event and what kind of things can organisations do to make their events more sustainable?

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Transform Your Expo into a Networking and Learning Destination

Velvet Chainsaw

Expos are the most disrupted element of association conferences today. If you’re still using “tradeshow,” “market place” or “exhibit hall” as names for the area where you feature solution providers—who are there to help your attendees deal with the problems and challenges they’re facing—it’s time for a rebrand. Attendees make buying decisions so differently now, doing most of their purchasing research online before they attend your live event, that they don’t see the value in going into an area

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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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The Top Event Management Tools Used by Event Planners in 2019

Eventmobi

EventMobi conducted a survey this year to understand the current state of event management software technology for small and mid-size organizations. The results provide you with benchmarking insights to help compare your adoption and usage of event management software tools against industry peers. . This article shares some of the data that was discovered related to the types of event management software planners are currently using. .

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Introduction to my new book Event Crowdsourcing

Conferences that Work

Here’s a teaser: the introduction to my new book Event Crowdsourcing: Creating Meetings People Actually Want and Need. Interested? Then buy the book ! Curiosity. I’ve always been curious. I’ve always wanted to understand the world I found myself living in. As a child growing up in England, I was driven to study physics, the most fundamental science.

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19 Event Planning Checklists that Actually Help

EventMB

Whether you've planned 200 events or you're just starting, we can both agree on one thing: event planning is hard work. And the pressure to get better at it every year is real. Your willingness and ability to adapt to the demand for a more strategic planner with more responsibilities is real. With the events […]. The post 19 Event Planning Checklists that Actually Help by EventMB Studio Team appeared first on [link].

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Ask BizBash: Should I Stop Using Balloons as Event Decor?

BizBash

An increasing number of venues and planners are doing away with balloons for environmental reasons. Here’s how to use the event favorite responsibly.

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Party Planning Checklist: Delight Attendees and Cover Your Bases

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Mason jar lanterns. Mocktail bar. Music. Maybe a magician. If you’re planning a party, you have a lot running through your mind at all times. So much, in fact, that stuff tends to slip through the cracks. How can you be sure to capture every little detail? And when to do what? While every party […]. The post Party Planning Checklist: Delight Attendees and Cover Your Bases appeared first on Eventbrite US Blog.

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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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GEVME Product Updates August

GEVME

There’s been a lot of news from GEVME’s product update team. Let’s check it out! RSVP is no longer a hidden feature. You can now specify RSVP as a registration type when you create your event. You can simply tell which events in your organisation are RSVP-type events without needing to look out for any tell-tale signs to identify RSVP-type events separately.

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The Importance of Risk Management in Events Planning

Eventinterface

Planning an event requires months of prep-work, with pressure increasing each day. Event planners have a lot on their plate, from liaising with suppliers to organizing the guest list. All of this work means that a failed event inevitably leads to disappointment. Unfortunately, with so many moving parts, an unsuccessful event is always a potential outcome.

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How One Hamptons Institution Reset Its Summer Benefit

BizBash

After a milestone year, the Watermill Center Summer Benefit challenged and connected guests through interactive art installations and unsettling use of sound.

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How to Use Eventbrite + Mailchimp to Drive More Ticket Sales

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Event creators agree that email marketing continues to be one of the most effective event marketing channels you can use to promote an event. But that doesn’t mean any old email campaign will do. Today’s event-goers are savvy consumers — and it takes way more than a few one-off emails to stand out in their […]. The post How to Use Eventbrite + Mailchimp to Drive More Ticket Sales appeared first on Eventbrite US Blog.

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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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Top Ideas for Onsite Engagement

GEVME

The best way to build continued customer engagement is through strong event engagement experiences. How to implement this strategy? Let’s see. About onsite engagement. Event engagement solutions have resulted in a 10% to 15% increase in conversions on average. This means positive attendee engagement onsite at your event. Therefore, implementing technology that will enhance their experience and bring success organizing events onsite is a key task.

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Four Tips to Keep in Mind for Hosting a Great Event on a Budget

Eventinterface

Budgets are often increasingly tight for event planners. You want to create a show-stopping event that everyone you invite will rush to buy tickets for, and create a memorable experience on the day, but a tight budget might be holding you back. It’s something that most event planners today are struggling with, but the good news is that rather than feeling pressured across the board, there are several things that you can do in order to reduce your spend in certain areas, whilst continuing to main

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How to Use Hashtags Before, During, and After Your Event

Eventbrite UK

When it comes to promoting your event, there aren’t many marketing channels as effective — or cost-efficient — as social media. But with all the noise online, you have to be smart about your social media strategy to get noticed. An easy place to start? #Hashtags. The hashtag as we know it was created by […]. The post How to Use Hashtags Before, During, and After Your Event appeared first on Eventbrite UK.

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The 2019 Guide to Mastering Event Registration

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To sell out your event, you need to maximize every channel you have. That doesn’t always mean spending more money, but it does mean spending your money in smarter ways — starting with your registration technology. This guide will help you master event registration and reach potential attendees that aren’t on your radar. Master event […]. The post The 2019 Guide to Mastering Event Registration appeared first on Eventbrite US Blog.

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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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The Braindate Story: Unlocking Collaborative Learning at Events

PCMA Convene

A Braindate in progress. (All photos courtesy C2 Montréal). Christine Renaud is the CEO and co-founder of the Montreal-based company e180, creator of the peer-to-peer learning platform Braindate. A public speaker and author, Renaud earned a master’s degree in education from the Harvard Graduate School of Education and serves as an adviser to the Harvard Innovation Lab.

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Four Tips to Keep in Mind for Hosting a Great Event on a Budget

Eventinterface

Budgets are often increasingly tight for event planners. You want to create a show-stopping event that everyone you invite will rush to buy tickets for, and create a memorable experience on the day, but a tight budget might be holding you back. It’s something that most event planners today are struggling with, but the good news is that rather than feeling pressured across the board, there are several things that you can do in order to reduce your spend in certain areas, whilst continuing to main

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20 Ways to Advertise Your Event to Attract More Attendees

Eventbrite UK

You put a lot of work into crafting the ultimate event. Unfortunately, that doesn’t necessarily mean that people will show up — much less fill your venue. Selling out your event is easier said than done. And while there’s no one-size-fits-all approach to event advertising, there are a number of essential channels and tactics you […]. The post 20 Ways to Advertise Your Event to Attract More Attendees appeared first on Eventbrite UK.

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Ask an Eventbrite Expert: How to Make More Revenue Upfront

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Managing revenue is no easy feat. Beyond covering your basic expenses, if you plan to grow your event, you need to make sure that you are making enough to scale — without compromising quality and potentially losing future attendees. To help you nail revenue management, we collected your top questions and sent them to our […]. The post Ask an Eventbrite Expert: How to Make More Revenue Upfront appeared first on Eventbrite US Blog.

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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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10-Minute Survey: Help Map a Sustainable Future for the Events Industry

PCMA Convene

EIC’s State of Sustainability survey aims to set a baseline and identify industry trends and opportunities. (Photo Credit Adobe Stock). To get somewhere, you have to know where you are starting from. A new survey from the Events Industry Council (EIC) is measuring sustainable practices, goals, and barriers in the global business events industry. The business events industry includes the participation of 1.5 billion people in 180 countries and is the 22nd-largest economy in the world, ranked by t

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The Importance of Risk Management in Events Planning

Eventinterface

Planning an event requires months of prep-work, with pressure increasing each day. Event planners have a lot on their plate, from liaising with suppliers to organizing the guest list. All of this work means that a failed event inevitably leads to disappointment. Unfortunately, with so many moving parts, an unsuccessful event is always a potential outcome.

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Event Tech Spotlight: Mixtroz

Event Industry News

Company name: Mixtroz Founded: 9 th November 2014 Web address: www.mixtroz.com. About: Mixtroz is the one of the only ways to increase attendee engagement and collect custom data in real time at events. Mixtroz services events, meetings, trainings, orientations, weddings, you name it—anywhere 50 or more are gathered. The team uses technology to make human connection simpler, better, and more satisfying.

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Toronto’s Most Popular Live Bands on EventSource

EventSource

Any great event is the sum of all of its parts: the gorgeous venue, the delicious food, the fabulous decor, and of course, the live music! Not only can the perfect tunes set the tone for your event, they can make all the difference between a dry ordeal or sizzling and dynamic soirée! Lucky for us, Toronto is brimming with tons of amazing live bands that are ready to take that event of yours up the next level.

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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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Inbound Marketing at Events and Conferences - Contradiction or Opportunity?

atEvent

This article is a guest contribution from HubSpot , published with permission. If you've been reading the HubSpot blog, you know there's a great deal of talk about inbound marketing and the ineffectiveness of outbound marketing techniques like direct mail, cold calls, and trade shows. and yet, HubSpot organized and sponsored the first-ever Inbound Marketing Summit a few years ago.

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How to Use Payouts to Reinvest in Your Events

Eventbrite UK

Your event went on sale and event-goers are eagerly claiming their tickets — some are even buying a few extra tickets for friends or family. Wouldn’t it be nice to use that revenue now rather than wait until your event is over? With Eventbrite, you are in control of the money made from ticket sales, […]. The post How to Use Payouts to Reinvest in Your Events appeared first on Eventbrite UK.

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Intellitix shortlisted at Event Technology Awards

Event Industry News

The leading global provider of RFID, access control, and cashless payment technology, Intellitix is on board to help organisers improve security, eliminate fraud and increase their revenue (by up to 87%). The event tech company provides a framework to organisers to maximise an event’s potential and its trailblazing technology has been deployed at the biggest and best events around the world.