Endless Events
MAY 8, 2019
Because content is king, today’s Whiteboard Wednesday is all about how to repurpose event content to sell more tickets. And for this purpose, we welcome a very special guest – Shaina Weisinger of Repurpose House. As you know, we live in a day and age where content can be a phenomenal Marketing weapon. And within content, video is the one thing that’s going to help you the most.
Eventmobi
MAY 9, 2019
The success of an event when it comes to attendee satisfaction is mostly based on people’s opinion of it. Hence, increasing user engagement on your event app is vitally important for the event to be truly successful. The event app industry is on the rise, both in terms of revenue and significance. Once upon a time, event organizers would have to create their own app that would help participants understand, connect, and enjoy the events they attended.
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SmartMeetings
MAY 8, 2019
When incorporated correctly, digital can light a fire in your attendees. Often, people think adding a digital element means disengaging attendees by taking them from the convention floors to their phone screens. But digital is the bridge between your attendees and the experience you want them to have. Offline-online audience journey is a cyclical one that your attendees need to experience in order to be fully immersed in your convention or meeting experience.
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MAY 8, 2019
Music can set — or reset — your mood. And especially when you have a stressful job like event planning, sometimes you need just the right song to rock out to. From pump-up jams to slow beats that calm you down, here are some tunes to add to your event planning playlist. Check out these […]. The post 14 Songs on Every Event Planner’s Playlist appeared first on Eventbrite US Blog.
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Conferences that Work
MAY 6, 2019
I’m reposting this simple idea for power in hotel rooms from a Facebook post by my friend Kristin Arnold. “Finally!! A smart hotel that put plugs on the head of the bed frame! Way to go Renaissance Atlanta concourse !” Read the full article at Conferences That Work The post Power in hotel rooms done right! appeared first on Conferences That Work.
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Gallus Events
MAY 8, 2019
The Edinburgh International Magazine Festival has the potential to re-imagine an international festival by focusing on the communities built around that most accessible of print media: the magazine. . For the past few months I have been supporting the Professional Publishers Association in Scotland to re-imagine “Magfest”, their annual conference, a great annual event held in Edinburgh.
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MAY 6, 2019
Pricing is one of the trickiest tasks on an event creator’s to-do list. Use this quiz to see how you stack up when it comes to your pricing strategy. You’ll discover if you’re on the right track to approaching your pricing and if your current number is enough to make a profit. Find out if […]. The post Quiz: Are You Charging the Right Price for Your Event?
Eventbrite UK
MAY 9, 2019
Guest post on incorporating WiFi into your conference experience. The post Expert Tips on Incorporating WiFi into Your Conference Experience appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.
Endless Events
MAY 6, 2019
We’re nerding out on how to live stream your event today! It’s a fantastic new time we’re living in, no doubt. And an exceptionally exciting one for the event industry. Nowadays, there are countless options to choose from if you want to take your event to the next level. Of course, one of these cool choices is the possibility of live streaming your event.
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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
Social Tables
MAY 7, 2019
If you searched for the top wedding planners in your city, you’ve come to the right place. Featuring dozens of excellent wedding planners across the United States, you’re sure to find the people you need to pull off this extra special event. Explore unique wedding planners We’ve added a variety of highly rated, unique, and diverse options for each and every location listed.
Eventory
MAY 8, 2019
The success of an event can be measured in many ways. Some of them would tackle the financial aspects while others will refer to less material aspects. Undoubtedly, the key factors that influence the perception of the event is the attendees’ engagement and the way they can interact with each other and the speakers. Find out what Open Eyes Economy Summit organizers prepared for their audience to boost their satisfaction from the conference.
Eventbrite UK
MAY 10, 2019
To catch attention in an event-goer’s feed, your social media posts need to be compelling — and frequent. But that doesn’t mean you need to post every hour on every platform. Whether you’re using paid or organic social media posts, use this calendar to promote your event most successfully. Created by the experts at ToneDen, […]. The post Your Event’s Complete Social Media Advertising Calendar appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.
Endless Events
MAY 7, 2019
This week’s #EventIcons continues on the topic of event design. Last Wednesday we dove into design thinking and its impact on events. And to take it a step further, today we’re introducing the #EventCanvas methodology! Now, as everyone knows, designing an event is stressful. Not only is it stressful, but it’s also unbelievably time-consuming.
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Event Industry News
MAY 8, 2019
Servicerobots.com have released a new robot which provides photo and survey capabilities in one. Eva, the new service robot, is able to move around a venue and locate guests using an advanced facial recognition system. She then asks if guests would like their photo taken, providing lots of fun options, like a magic mirror, to make the photos really memorable.
Eventtia
MAY 10, 2019
When Tesla or Ikea launch a new product, they don’t just put it in stores and let consumers start shopping. They strategically plan a launch event to generate buzz about their new products. In this blog post, we’ll discuss how to successfully plan a product launch event.
Guidebook
MAY 6, 2019
Event planning is a stressful job – we don’t need to tell you that. Event planners, organizers, and coordinators juggle a number of jobs on a daily basis, from managing budgets to choosing menu items for a gala. Backing what those in the industry already know, event coordinator landed on CareerCast ’s most stressful jobs in the U.S. list for the 6th year in a row.
ePly
MAY 8, 2019
Many non-event planners probably wouldn’t believe us if we told them that building an effective online event registration form can actually get quite complicated. Finding a balance between asking for information you need without being overwhelming (and risking losing a potential registrant) is not an easy task. Not to mention, ensuring your registrants have a clear understanding of how to fill the form out and make their selections.
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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.
Event Industry News
MAY 6, 2019
Following my previous article asking ‘ what AV suppliers need to know about your event ’, I was left wondering about the event organiser. I delved back into Blitz AV’s Complete Guide to Audio Visual for Event Planners to find out what event planners need to know about AV. Though most audiences may not appreciate really good audio visual effects, they will definitely notice the bad ones.
Eventtia
MAY 7, 2019
Different organizations have different ways of implementing their event marketing strategy. In this article we will look at the types of B2B events organizations can plan to accomplish their goals and objectives.
PCMA Convene
MAY 10, 2019
Tahira Endean and Joe English will lead a Deep Dive Studio workshop, “Creating Events that Cater to all Types of Leaners,” at PCMA Education Conference in Los Angeles. Tahira Endean, CMP, DES , CED, head of events at SITE (Society for Incentive Travel Excellence), and author of Intentional Event Design: Our Professional Opportunity , didn’t set out to be an event professional.
SmartMeetings
MAY 6, 2019
Just like social media, event planning relies heavily on understanding ever-changing consumer preferences and behaviors. In order to make the best recommendations for clients in the event space, beyond examining platform updates and algorithm shifts, it’s important to evaluate broader cultural shifts and audience behaviors to anticipate the best way to deliver a strong message, while of course, ensuring those messages break through the noise.
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Event Industry News
MAY 9, 2019
At a recent roundtable discussion held by the QEII Centre, a conference, events and exhibitions space in Central London, select panellists were invited to discuss issues facing the events industry. From emerging technology, to CSR and sustainability, industry experts examined various issues and deliberated the best ways of driving the industry forward.
Eventtia
MAY 9, 2019
Figuring out pricing is an integral part of the event planning process. In this article, you will learn the steps you need to take to determine how much to charge for events and the different pricing options.
MeetingsNet
MAY 10, 2019
A new research-backed book from Gallup lays out managerial strategies that work whether you’re running a planning department, designing management training, or leading from the C-suite. The two goals of virtually every business leader are more productivity from employees and more organic growth. But according to research giant Gallup, employee productivity at organizations worldwide has stalled over the past 20 years, while employee disengagement is now approaching 80 percent.
Connect Your Meetings
MAY 6, 2019
Sometimes, the greatest business ideas have their roots in non-work-related life experiences. Such is the case with Dave Green, creator and “chief mysterious officer” of Mystery Trip, an award-winning, experiential event planning company that creates adventures for groups looking for something out of the ordinary. In short, Mystery Trip is an event planning company that creates team-based events— with a catch.
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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!
Event Industry News
MAY 8, 2019
By Kevin J Waters, director, Event Resources Group. Kevin Waters has over 25 years’ experience in the events industry. Event Resources Group is a firm of CMP Preferred trainers who specialise in event-consultancy, training and event health and safety matters. Keep pace or lose your place. I have just finished the last of piece of training for one of my remote students, an events manager who has 3 years’ experience organising all manner of events for a government department: her time is precious.
Eventtia
MAY 8, 2019
If you haven’t really given attendee segmentation much thought, this article might change your mind. Read this post and discover why you need to personalize the interaction with your guests and segment them into specific categories.
Maritz Global Events
MAY 8, 2019
The search for innovative ways to reduce your event’s costs and increase revenue is not a new concept. Neither is the use of event sponsorships to achieve these goals. The big question is: HOW? The National Association of College & University Food Services (NACUFS) has been particularly adept at creating event sponsorships that enhance experiences for guests in meaningful ways.
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