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16 Event Room Layouts That Scream Success

EventMB

See how different room layouts and furniture can be used to create completely different environments and how each set up transforms the space to suit your event theme and purpose. Organizers and planners know that the way we set up the room can have a big impact on engagement, networking and general wow factor. These […]. The post 16 Event Room Layouts That Scream Success by EventMB Team appeared first on [link].

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Event App Due Diligence

Velvet Chainsaw

Editor’s Note: This article was originally penned for PCMA’s Convene in the beginning of August, early on in the discovery that the Apple App Store’s change in guidelines could affect branded mobile event apps. Much has been written since, including evidence that Apple is taking action with some event app providers. From our view, our opinions haven’t changed.

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PCMA Spark/s Conversation for Tech-Savvy Event Planners

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Register for PCMA Spark here. The PCMA’s Canada West chapter has organized a half-day education and networking event, the first of its kind and, hopefully, the first in a long line of legacy events. The half-day conference will bring together event planning and event technology professionals along the likes of Tahira Endean , Roger Haskett , Shannon Desouza , and QuickMobile’s own Jason Philipchuk , to share their expertise.

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No one pays for online events right?

Gallus Events

We have been running a successful – in fact sell out – annual conference for a client for three years. During the whole time they have been keen for us to run online events. But we have been cautioning them. It’s SO hard to make money from online events, everyone knows that. Don’t they? No one pays for online events right? The client is Europe’s largest blog for Personal Assistants – Practically Perfect PA which sits on top of a database of over 15,000 subscr

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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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15 Successful Ways to Get Event Feedback

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Most event surveys haven’t changed since copiers came out. They’re boring and feel more like an obligation than something an attendee wants to do. Plus, everyone is on the survey bandwagon now. You can’t walk into a business without someone asking how they did. And, honestly, aren’t we all a little tired of surveys? Keep […]. The post 15 Successful Ways to Get Event Feedback by EventMB Team appeared first on [link].

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Real-Time Feedback with Audience Engagement Tools

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This blog was originally published on April 21, 2016, based on an article published in the IMEX Frankfurt Daily Paper. It has been edited for updates and accuracy. Big Brother has been doing it for years. American Idol followed suit. Major TV networks use it to gauge public sentiment during national elections. Now, event planners can take advantage of the same audience engagement tools to gather real-time feedback during events.

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7 Fall Decor Trends to Borrow for Your Upcoming Events

Social Tables

The leaves are turning and there’s a distinct chill in the air. That means fall is finally here and along with it fall decor trends. Get inspired by this year’s best fall decor trends and add some autumnal elements into your event planning. From rich color palettes to nature inspired touches, borrow the following trends to warm up your decor and give a festive feel to your event.

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The Ultimate Guide to Getting Email Responses

EventMB

Emails are the main type of communication for many of us but if you’re having trouble getting people to respond to your emails, it might not be the recipient’s schedule. Sometimes we sabotage our own efforts. Here are nine things event planners can change today for better response rates. According to the Radicati Group, it’s […]. The post The Ultimate Guide to Getting Email Responses by Christina Green appeared first on [link].

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Blueprint Studios Pulls Off 9 Events for One Gala

BizBash

For over 7 years, Blueprint Studios has been the exclusive designer of the San Francisco Symphony Opening Night Gala. This.

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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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Interviews with Planners - Tracy Bardugon

Eventinterface

Tracy Bardugon, a graduate from Georgia Southern University, started her catering sales and hotel management career in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina at Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island. After spending time in high-volume food and beverage outlets, it was time to make a move! She is now the Catering Sales Manager at Sonesta Gwinnett Place Atlanta.

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Smarter Marketing for Your Events

Eventbrite UK

Events are changing, and how event organisers approach event marketing is changing too. The post Smarter Marketing for Your Events appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.

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How to Use Event Technology to Host a Killer Event

EventMB

Event technology can improve efficiency and attendee engagement so why are you hesitating? Jump in with this guide on how you can implement the right tech for your event with the most return on investment. Event technology encompasses a lot of areas. Deciding how and where to use it can increase your efficiency, revenue, and […]. The post How to Use Event Technology to Host a Killer Event by EventMB Team appeared first on [link].

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5 Content Marketing Tactics to get 5,000 Attendees to your Event

EventBank Insights

In 2011, not many people knew who Jason Lemkin was. Sure, he’d just sold his SaaS company to Adobe for a nice sum, but he didn’t stand out from other successful entrepreneurs. Yet somehow, just four years later, he got a whopping 5,000 attendees to show up to his first ever SaaStr Annual Conference. Lemkin’s secret was content marketing.

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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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Interviews with Planners - Tracy Bardugon

Eventinterface

Tracy Bardugon, a graduate from Georgia Southern University, started her catering sales and hotel management career in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina at Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island. After spending time in high-volume food and beverage outlets, it was time to make a move! She is now the Catering Sales Manager at Sonesta Gwinnett Place Atlanta.

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How To Promote Your Next Pop-Up Event

Eventbrite UK

Whether you’re planning a pop-up shop, bar, restaurant or performance, here are the 10 steps you should take to promote your event and pull in the punters. The post How To Promote Your Next Pop-Up Event appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.

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Are You an Emotionally Intelligent Event Professional?

EventMB

Emotional Intelligence is getting a lot of exposure these days. Many believe it’s even more important than raw intelligence. But how emotionally intelligent are you? Ask yourself these questions to get a better idea. Psychology Today defines emotional intelligence (EI) as “the ability to identify and manage your own emotions and the emotions of others”. […].

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Event Tech Live reveals Expo and Engage content

Event Industry News

Dr James Morgan, founder of Event Tech Lab and senior lecturer in events at the University of Westminster, will moderate the exhibition-oriented Expo and Engage stage at Event Tech Live (ETL). Morgan’s first session is a live case study, with ETL suppliers discussing the systems they use to bring the show to fruition in step […]. The post Event Tech Live reveals Expo and Engage content appeared first on Event Industry News.

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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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Interviews with Planners - Tracy Bardugon

Eventinterface

Tracy Bardugon, a graduate from Georgia Southern University, started her catering sales and hotel management career in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina at Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island. After spending time in high-volume food and beverage outlets, it was time to make a move! She is now the Catering Sales Manager at Sonesta Gwinnett Place Atlanta.

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3 Tips to Cutting through Digital Marketing Noise

Eventbrite UK

Mike Ellis provides 3 key elements you need to be aware of to cut through digital marketing noise and have your Cultural or Heritage event stand out. The post 3 Tips to Cutting through Digital Marketing Noise appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.

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Facebook Announces Oculus Venues. Events are the Future of Virtual Reality #IMEX17

EventMB

As we anticipated in our trends report last year, the future of Virtual Reality is events. Facebook confirmed that today with the launch of Oculus Venues, a new app to enjoy concerts, movies and events via VR. While presenting trends around the world over the last year as part of the Event Innovation Lab, I […]. The post Facebook Announces Oculus Venues.

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The Event Apps of 2018

Event Industry News

Apps are a fundamental part of our day to day lives. From checking the weather to booking hotels, doing your food shopping to updating social media, the little icons are ubiquitous with 21st century living. Those same icons have also become an integral part of an event organiser’s arsenal, allowing them to quickly update conference […]. The post The Event Apps of 2018 appeared first on Event Industry News.

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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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Event App Trend Watch: Gamification

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Game On! By Meghan Hambrick. Who else was ready to see summer take a hike? With fall in full swing – bring out the sweaters, pumpkin spice everything and football! Speaking of football, at the top of my Trend Watch list this month, we find gamification. This industry created buzz word has actually been around since the days of paper bingo cards and punch tickets.

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7 Proven Tactics to Master Your Event’s On-Sale

Eventbrite UK

Download the tip sheet to learn seven tried-and-true event promotion tactics that turn interested event-goers into paid ticket holders and registrants. The post 7 Proven Tactics to Master Your Event’s On-Sale appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.

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The Eventprof’s Survival Guide to Working with Demanding Clients

EventMB

Working with clients you hate, will eventually cause you to burn out and dislike your job, so you need to either change the way you select clients or find a way to cast aside your personal feelings about them. Chances are as a child you professed quite angrily at some point that you hated something. […]. The post The Eventprof’s Survival Guide to Working with Demanding Clients by EventMB Team appeared first on [link].

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Guest Blog: Collecting valuable data from your events

Event Industry News

Written by Alexander McLauchlan, marketing director at TicketSource. With customers spoilt for choice when it comes to events, getting them to buy tickets to yours can be a challenge. But in the digital world of the 21st century event organisers have a powerful tool that can give them the edge when it comes to their customers’ habits […]. The post Guest Blog: Collecting valuable data from your events appeared first on Event Industry News.

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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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Taming Your Inbox: The Best Email Management Tips for Event Planners

Social Tables

It is estimated that 88 emails per day are received for business purposes. If you are an event planner, the number is probably higher. Learn how to manage your email the easy way and save some time with our tips for taming your email inbox. It is estimated that 88 emails per day are received for business purposes. Click To Tweet. 1. Stop spam and unnecessary emails.

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Fire Safety in Your Events Venue

Eventbrite UK

Fireprotectiononline.co.uk detail what you need to know about protecting your attendees with these fire safety must-dos. The post Fire Safety in Your Events Venue appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.

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Event Insurance: How to Protect Your Event From Threats

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There are a lot of complexities around event insurance, particularly in terms of event terrorism cover. This complete guide for event planners outlines the things you need to consider to ensure you choose the best cover for your events. The face of terrorism is changing and so is the need for event terrorism insurance. With […]. The post Event Insurance: How to Protect Your Event From Threats by EventMB Team appeared first on [link].

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