Attendease
FEBRUARY 15, 2023
It’s no secret that event costs are on the rise. Naturally, organizations are searching for ways to reduce costs without sacrificing the quality or engagement they have become known for. Achieving this might be easier than you think. You no longer need to do everything manually nor rely on a large suite of costly digital tools to achieve a great event.
Smart Meetings
FEBRUARY 14, 2023
On Valentine’s Day, people invariably turn to their favorite V-day rom-coms to turn up the volume on romance. Rom-coms like “Four Weddings and a Funeral,” “You’ve Got Mail” and “When Harry Met Sally” are as popular now in their second life on Netflix and Amazon as when they debuted. What can meeting planners learn from these classics? You’d be surprised!
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Attendease
FEBRUARY 13, 2023
Breaking up is never easy, no matter if we are talking about a romantic relationship or a business one. While we don’t have the credentials to help you end a romantic relationship, we have heard many broken heart stories of event professionals who tied the knot with the wrong tech provider and went through hardships to put an end to the relationship and look for something better.
EventMB
FEBRUARY 14, 2023
Skift Take: Working from home offers many benefits, but it makes it harder to build trust and forge connections. Designing purposeful engaging events can help.
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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.
Caterease
FEBRUARY 14, 2023
Catering on a budget can be tough. You want your food to be delicious and your service to be top-notch, The post How To Cut Catering Costs Without Cutting Corners appeared first on Caterease.
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IMG
FEBRUARY 15, 2023
While in the midst of the hybrid movement, face-to-face gatherings are going through a revolution of quality over quantity. Companies that once all sat at the same conference table for their weekly meetings are now sitting virtually from their own homes across the country. Fostering and strengthening those professional and personal experiences, have become a driving force for corporate retreats, and how you choose your perfect corporate retreat location has a big part in it.
EventMB
FEBRUARY 15, 2023
Skift Take: Bad icebreakers feel like forced summer camp activities, while good icebreakers are the seeds of amazing friendships, business partnerships, and more. To help you break the ice in the best possible way, we’ve gathered 48 of the best business networking icebreakers.
SpotMe Blog
FEBRUARY 16, 2023
Ever tried planning and running a big event without a proper event brief? It’s like constructing a skyscraper without a blueprint. Not a good idea… With hundreds of people involved, things can quickly turn to chaos. Use an event brief to keep all the details about your event in one place. It’ll help you keep everything under control when there’s so much going on.
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FEBRUARY 17, 2023
Snagging a sponsor can take your event to the next level and create future opportunities for expansion — but many event creators hit a wall when trying to find and nurture potential sponsors.
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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
Planning Pod
FEBRUARY 14, 2023
Having a functional wedding website, a pretty Instagram grid, and some ads in WeddingWire or The Knot used to be enough for wedding planners—but not anymore. Consumers are savvier than ever, and they want to get to know the people and brands they’re working with, which means seriously elevating your social media presence. Shaun Gray, owner of Shaun Gray Events , is a perfect example of what to do when it comes to social.
EventMB
FEBRUARY 13, 2023
Skift Take: Generative AI is set to revolutionize event marketing. This native integration with event management platform InEvent is the next step towards AI-written copy becoming commonplace across business events.
Expo Pass
FEBRUARY 15, 2023
You’ve set the date. You’ve booked your booth. You just need to figure out how you’re going to attract attendees. This might look like a daunting task but it’s much simpler, and a lot more fun, than you might think. If you lean into the challenge your creativity will awaken a booth full of possibilities! To encourage your creativity, we’ve put together a list of five trade show booth ideas.
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FEBRUARY 14, 2023
May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, a time to celebrate the contributions that AAPIs have made to the US. In 2023, the theme is Advancing Leaders Through Opportunity.
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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!
Event Industry News
FEBRUARY 16, 2023
By Rich Belcher, Director of First Sight Media Feeding the beast, it’s the idea that encourages engagement with your online audience by maintaining connection with them during the entirety of the event.
EventMB
FEBRUARY 15, 2023
Skift Take: Evoking emotion and stimulating the senses is the key to attendee engagement and creating positive, lasting memories, yet most planners still neglect experience and stick with convention.
Event Marketer
FEBRUARY 13, 2023
From Sober October to Dry January to the booming sober-curious movement , a fast-growing number of consumers are aspiring to lead more balanced lifestyles by cutting down on booze. And savvy marketers are carving out time and space within their events and activations to ensure that those riding the alcohol-free wagon feel comfortable, welcome and seen.
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FEBRUARY 14, 2023
A virtual career fair can attract interested job seekers in a convenient online environment. Hiring managers, professional organizations, and even individual organizations host these events to connect potential employees with hiring managers. Read on to learn more about how to run a virtual career fair and the benefits for job seekers and employers.
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.
MeetingsNet
FEBRUARY 14, 2023
There’s no simple solution to understaffed meeting teams, but a multi-pronged approach will help you get through tough times and build a solid foundation for future growth. The staffing shortage in our industry is real and not easily resolved. Here are some ways to find good people and invest in their professional development, plus some ideas for getting by until you’ve got a full team in place.
EventMB
FEBRUARY 17, 2023
Skift Take: Panos Moutafis, co-founder and CEO of Zenus, discusses the value of understanding attendee behaviors and shares the benefits of the company's unique AI-powered platform aimed at business events and retail.
EventSource
FEBRUARY 14, 2023
If you were hoping to lose yourself in a wedding that has an elegant dinner party vibe with the prettiest colour palette and the most charming personal details, you’re in luck! Lisa and Francesco’s big day at the Terrace Banquet Centre had it all. The couple met at high school in the same art class, and while Francesco first showed interest in Lisa, Lisa wasn’t interested.
Smart Meetings
FEBRUARY 17, 2023
Traveling internationally as an individual is tricky. Coordinating international travel for large groups? That requires a lot more planning and forethought. Smart Meetings spoke with Harmony Nordgren, vice president of operations at Cyberbacker, about things to consider when setting up international travel for your attendees. “Coordinating international travel is far more different and difficult than coordinating travel domestically because event planners must account for schedules and personal
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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.
MeetingsNet
FEBRUARY 13, 2023
In a February 9 earnings call, Hilton chief Christopher Nassetta made it clear that guest-room prices for all customer segments will remain stubbornly high for the foreseeable future. Hilton President and CEO Christopher Nassetta maintains an active presence in the meetings market through stage appearances at events such as Professional Convention Management Association’s Convening Leaders conference , held last month in Columbus, Ohio.
EventMB
FEBRUARY 14, 2023
Skift Take: Australia is looking to quickly rebuild its pipeline of international events following the disruption caused by the Covid pandemic. Hosting the region's industry trade show and relaunching an iconic destination showcase event is a sign that Australia means business.
Event Certificate
FEBRUARY 16, 2023
You’ve heard it many times before about finding clients for your event planning business: “If you build it, they will come” Finding clients for your event planning business is always easier said than done. If you’re like me, hearing another event planning expert tell you to go out and network […] The post 100+ Websites to Advertise your Event Planning Business (2023) appeared first on EVENT PLANNING CERTIFICATE.
Eventbase
FEBRUARY 14, 2023
The resurgence of live events has re-invigorated our industry and the Eventbase team as well. In 2022 we welcomed many new and returning customers, returned to profitability and more than doubled the size of our team. So with all this momentum and fresh energy, we felt it was the perfect time to refresh our brand!The Magic of Live Events We’re excited to unveil a new look for Eventbase, inspired by our vision to shape the future of live events.
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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
FEBRUARY 14, 2023
Occasionally, hospitality professionals and meeting planners get the chance to produce an outdoor event and let the fresh air and sun wash over them while standing in the cool shade of a tree. But often, meeting planners are working with in-door spaces, sans nature. As more and more companies are transitioning back into working on site, and event spaces are kicking back into gear, meeting planners have a great opportunity to explore the benefits of a biophilic design.
EventMB
FEBRUARY 13, 2023
Skift Take: Newly appointed C2 CEO Anick Beaulieu is pushing boundaries to re-inject the spark that was once in the business community. She plans to be the voice amplifying everything C2 does, beyond its Montreal flagship business event.
PCMA Convene
FEBRUARY 13, 2023
Ben Arthur (top left) moderates a Global Scientific Conference on Human Flourishing session featuring musician MILCK (clockwise from top right), educational psychology professor Suzanne Freedman, and author Cheryl Strayed. I stumbled upon the announcement for the upcoming first annual Global Scientific Conference on Human Flourishing when I was doing research online for a Convene story.
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