Conferences that Work
MAY 10, 2021
I find Virginia Satir’s change model to be the most useful of the many models of change. There’s a crucial fifth stage in Satir’s model that people often neglect: the integration and practice phase. The hero’s journey shortchanges change. Why do people overlook the importance of integration and practice? Well, the hero’s journey is a common way we picture how change occurs.
Event Age by Swapcard
MAY 11, 2021
Just because "Zoom fatigue" is a thing, doesn't mean virtual events can't be a success. Some planners hit it out of the park by pushing the boundaries with creative, original ideas. We're celebrating those event planners in our Success Story series. Don't play it safe; be creative! First up: the National Housing Federation (NHF), who in March of 2021, brought together attendees and exhibitors in the first-ever, networking-heavy online version of their Housing Finance Conference & Exhibition.
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InitLive
MAY 13, 2021
Volunteers and staff are the people behind the scenes who ensure that every attendee has a memorable and positive festival experience. A lot goes into offering a truly exceptional event, and volunteers are the people who execute much of the hard work. Luckily, InitLive has helped dozens of event and festival producers recruit, schedule, and manage volunteers through a single volunteer management software.
Picatic by Eventbrite
MAY 12, 2021
Award-winning journalist and social psychologist confirmed for fireside chat that will explore redefining human interaction in a post-pandemic world A few weeks ago we announced RECONVENE, our free virtual summit that will bring together event creators around the world to help prepare for the return of in-person events and determine the future of the live […].
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Velvet Chainsaw
MAY 12, 2021
What is every meeting owner’s quest for the holy grail? Delivering meaningful networking and connecting experiences in a digital or hybrid experience. In February, our two guests founded the 2021 Virtual Networking Incubator. They were determined to bring together some of the best minds from around the country to crack the code on how to deliver on the promise of making meaningful connections.
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EventMB
MAY 14, 2021
EventMB has been bringing the latest news, research, innovations, and best practices to your inbox for 14 years, and we’re extremely excited to announce the next evolution of that mission: EventMP, the Event Manager Podcast. The past 15 months have been some of the most tumultuous the industry has ever faced. It’s next to impossible […]. The post Introducing EventMP: The Event Manager Podcast by EventMB Studio Team appeared first on [link].
Picatic by Eventbrite
MAY 11, 2021
With many event venues beginning to reopen across the country and some restrictions on public gatherings being loosened, you may think it’s time to return to only in-person events and leave the streaming tech behind once and for all. After all, the cameras, microphones, and wiring needed to pull off first-class hybrid and virtual events […].
Velvet Chainsaw
MAY 13, 2021
Please join the Velvet Chainsaw team in congratulating our very own Sarah Michel! Last week she was presented with the National Speakers Association – Colorado Chapter Lifetime Achievement Award. Sarah is in an exclusive club: She is only the sixth person to receive this honor in the past 25 years. Sarah is a Past President of the NSA – CO chapter. Over the past five years, she has also been instrumental in organizing the Meetings Industry Council of Colorado annual conference.
Eventbrite UK
MAY 10, 2021
With the coronavirus lockdown end in sight, we’re all hoping that a return to normal(ish) life is within touching distance. That means the return of holidays, meals out, and, of course, in-person events. But if you’ve gotten used to hosting your events virtually over the last year, you may be feeling slightly apprehensive at the […].
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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
EventMB
MAY 11, 2021
Test events are popping up across Europe to gauge the safety of meeting in person as many developed countries move closer to herd immunity status. What have these real-world experiments taught us about the risks? Last year, we reported on one of the first experiments to study the risk of Covid transmission at in-person gatherings. […]. The post Europe’s Test Events Push the Boundaries of Safety.
Event Age by Swapcard
MAY 12, 2021
Carina Bauer, CEO of IMEX, tells it like it is. She’s not afraid to take risks and push the boundaries of creativity to immerse attendees in the experiences her team is creating.
Event Marketer
MAY 10, 2021
Brick-and-mortar retail stores took a serious hit during the pandemic as consumers turned to online shopping as a preferred—and safer—alternative. But as vaccinations continue to roll out and consumers become more comfortable with the idea of in-person shopping, savvy brands are embracing experiential retail as a way to entice customers back into their footprints, and increase dwell time once they arrive.
EventSource
MAY 11, 2021
Mike and Kaitlin’s summer nuptials were nothing short of magic. With the help of the brilliant team of planners at I Do! Weddings ! Wedding transformed a private property in a bohemian and rustic wedding backdrop that was stylish and in every sense of the word. Shot by the talented lens of Bows & Lavender , you’ll definitely fall for this dreamy gallery.
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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!
EventMB
MAY 13, 2021
Cisco has announced the intention of acquiring Socio Labs Inc, the developers of the Socio event management platform. The acquisition is part of Cisco's strategy to flesh out its event tech offering, which already includes Webex, its flagship event industry-focused product, and Slido, the Q&A and polling platform acquired earlier this month. Cisco's announcement covered […].
Skift
MAY 10, 2021
Mobile World Congress is scheduled to take places June 28 to July 1, 2021, after cancelling it at the last minute last year. Mobile World Congress Skift Take: There’s still a huge risk hosting larger scale exhibitions, but the organizer of Mobile World Congress is hoping to offset some of that by outsourcing travel management. — Matthew Parsons Read the Complete Story On Skift.
PCMA Convene
MAY 10, 2021
Hallway conversations are going to be even more highly valued in future conferences, Dave Lutz says, so planners should consider chopping 15 minutes off of concurrent sessions to create longer breaks. (Jacob Slaton Photography). “Never let a good crisis go to waste” has become a popular adage in the business world over the past year, for good reason.
Endless Events
MAY 10, 2021
In today’s episode of Event Tech Podcast, Will Curran and Brandt Krueger talk about one of the most exciting new technologies in the world, or shall we say universe: Starlink. Last year, Elon Musk’s SpaceX launched the innovative broadband internet service for the first time and now, it’s seeing some huge developments. It sent out a beta program which enables users to set up satellite internet for approximately $100/month.
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.
EventMB
MAY 10, 2021
The sweeping cancellations and pandemic-related uncertainties have exposed vulnerabilities in the way third-party planners get paid, which is pushing some to redefine their contracts in order to protect their interests. Is this sustainable? Third-party planners rely on hotel commissions for a large portion of their income, and they've been burned by these commissions structures in […].
Event Age by Swapcard
MAY 12, 2021
As Swapcard’s resident production specialist and self-proclaimed “AV Guy”, I’ve witnessed many clients and in-house events being produced. Some good, some bad, some ugly and all insightful! I realized that in going hybrid, the events industry has forgotten some of the basics along the way and wanted to share some tips for hybrid event producers.
Smart Meetings
MAY 13, 2021
So, what’s in store for swag , now that in-person events are slowly, steadily returning to the landscape? While physical events were stalled, business was anything but normal for promo companies. They had to get creative, switching focus to PPE-related items and constructing swag boxes for shipping to virtual attendees and WFM employees. Will anything that changed during the pandemic endure?
Special Events
MAY 14, 2021
With so much time passed since the last time we donned a real-life name tag, are we even ready to start networking in person again? Will it be everything we remember, or will it look notably different in a post-pandemic context?
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Eventbrite UK
MAY 14, 2021
The challenges posed by the pandemic in the last year have meant that it’s more important than ever to make events a financial success. But with turn-outs smaller and venues able to accommodate fewer people due to social distancing rules, how can you make your event profitable in the coming months? Here are the top […]. The post Small-Scale Event Planning: 5 Ways to Make Money With Fewer Attendees appeared first on Eventbrite UK.
QC Event School
MAY 11, 2021
Do virtual events need an event decorator? QC Student Ambassador, Tamesha Antria, says YES – and is here to tell you why! Tamesha is a Student Ambassador of QC Event School. She is also a graduate and current student. Her business, Events with Tamesha, offers everything from officiant services, wedding and event planning/coordination, virtual events, and much more!
EventSource
MAY 14, 2021
When planning a bridal shower, the question of games always arises. The problem is that a lot of people hate cheesy (yet traditional) bridal shower games, but at the same time, will be super bored if there is nothing for them to do but drink and chat. Have a chat with the bride and see whether she wants games at her shower and also what type of games she wants.
Expo Pass
MAY 13, 2021
Although we’re moving towards a more hybrid and in-person world, virtual events have won a place in our hearts for the long term. The ease with which virtual can connect us, anywhere in the world, all without leaving the couch, is indispensable at this point. Predictably though this has led to an increase in the number of virtual event platforms — which can make it difficult to pick the right one for your event.
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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!
Smart Meetings
MAY 10, 2021
Leave it to the one and only Julia Child to tell it like it should be. “Wine,” she said, “is meant to be enjoyed with food—that’s the point of it.” Napa Valley. In California’s Napa Valley , sampling wines at vineyards has long been accompanied by a prepared foods cold case amid the logowear, corkscrews, and other wine-related merchandise for purchase in the tasting room.
Stova
MAY 13, 2021
There is no shortage of virtual and hybrid platforms in the current event spaces. Spurred by the COVID-19 pandemic, “eventing” has shifted into something that is fluid and malleable for each individual event. When the pandemic hit, tech companies big and small jumped at the opportunity to build new solutions for their customers that continue to keep the event industry afloat.
EventSource
MAY 13, 2021
One In A Millan Events created a sensual and stylish shoot to inspire every blushing bride. From the softness of the blush palette to the velvet touches to all the gorgeous details, this shoot is all about being and feeling gorgeous and glam. Captured at The Glasshouse Studios , and captured by the talented photographer Samantha Ong , this gallery oozes Pin-spiration.
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