Conference Care

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

Lockdowns are over. So, everyone is ready to attend events in person again… right? There’s no denying that in-person events are back at full-pelt, however with shorter lead-times, increased travel disruption and demand for availability, how can organisers ensure they’re still attracting the audience numbers to ensure success? It’s a split opinion – but our research indicates that at least 40% of organisers are planning on having some virtual elements to attract online attendees, as well as those

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SpotMe Blog

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

After months and months of hard work, your event is finally over. Time to put your feet up and relax… But wait! Don’t miss out on this golden opportunity to whip out your event brief template and bring your team members together to fill it out with all the data you gathered from your event and tons of constructive feedback to help improve your future events.

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Glow Global Events

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

When you are planning an event, there are many details to consider—including how to most effectively organize your registration desk. A simple solution is to use a rope and stanchion. This setup offers a crowd-control solution that is both aesthetically pleasing and highly practical. Let’s explore why it’s such a great option for event organizers. The Benefits of Using a Rope and Stanchion A rope and stanchion system is the perfect way to keep your registration line organized while still maintai

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Eventmobi

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

Can an event check-in app make or break the guest check-in experience at in-person events? The simple answer is yes! Paper lists and expensive scanners are not the best way to check in large numbers of attendees. Did you know that the tablet or mobile phone you use daily can efficiently check guests in and out of your events in real time? When paired with the right event check-in app, it’s easy to create a fast event registration and check-in flow for your attendees.

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Conferences that Work

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Yes! Just posted: Anca Trifan interviews me on her show Events:demystified. We talk about all kinds of things, with a focus on my work and thinking about participant-driven and participation-rich meetings and event design. I think this is one of the best interviews I’ve done. Anca gets full credit for asking great questions and also taking the time to edit the interview.

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EventMB

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

Skift Take: Move over yoga. New wellness trends like forest bathing, sound healing, and equine experiences are becoming part of today’s meeting agendas.

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Event Industry News

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

After several years in the hospitality industry with operations such as Trust House Forte, Best Western and Holiday Inn (culminating in the position of Hotel Manager), Zoë Turner joined Trinity House in 2006. Over the subsequent 13 years she has managed or assisted in the management of numerous events.

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MeetingsNet

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Focus on your people and the fundamentals to keep business thriving in uncertain times. In today’s market, meeting-planning companies are asked to do more for their clients with less. The post-pandemic surge in meetings coupled with concerns around inflation and a labor shortage have all contributed to an environment where independent planners have to operate at their best but with fewer resources, including smaller budgets.

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FEBRUARY 20, 2023

When writing a subject line for an invitation email, the goal is to pique your attendees’ interest. Subject lines for event invitations should be brief, informative, and intriguing. You should provide just enough details that the recipient will want to open up the email and learn more.

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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

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FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Skift Take: AI-powered translation company Wordly announced an impressive set of new features. It is also partnering with MPI, the largest meetings industry association, and scaling up its infrastructure and operations to meet growing demand.

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Event Industry News

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Event world, indeed the big wide world, won’t ever be the same as it was pre-Covid 19. As the contemporary cliché goes, it will be a whole lot better. Equal measures of attitude change and technology will see to that.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

A special message in advance of Global Meetings Industry Day 2023 As we approach Global Meetings Industry Day 2023 on March 30, we’re going to talk a lot about the economic value of meetings. Facing renewed economic uncertainty, that’s an important message for any organization. But here’s another important message: Let’s advocate for the intrinsic value of meetings to connect and unite communities, beyond the immediate commercial aspect.

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FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Creating a workshop? Here’s how to turn your workshop plan into an experience that educates, motivates, and inspires attendees.

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FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Skift Take: A new entertainment district being created near the Ernest N. Morial New Orleans Convention Center will include Topgolf as its entertainment anchor tenant.

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PCMA Convene

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

Kathleen Warden (from left), Kit Lykketoft, Randy Fiser, Matthew Huber, and Edward Koh take part in an executive session on climate change at PCMA Convening Leaders 2023 in January. (Whatever Media Group) Matthew Huber, Ph.D., didn’t pull any punches during his presentation at an executive session on climate change at PCMA Convening Leaders 2023 in January in Columbus, Ohio.

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Prestige Events Magazine

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

The Eastside Rooms has continued in its commitments to supporting inclusion within events, with the launch of a guide for organisers catering for delegations with accessibility needs, from physical to sensory, at the venue. The booklet is intended to break down some of the barriers that marginalised delegates feel when deciding to attend events, especially if they have motor issues or impairments in sight or hearing.

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FEBRUARY 23, 2023

You put countless hours into your event — of course you want proof that your time has been well spent. Here’s how to measure your event ROI and tell whether the investment was worth it.

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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.

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FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Skift Take: A unique dance marathon event raised a record $15 million for childhood cancer. The annual event is run by more than 16,500 Penn State student volunteers since 1973 and it has raised $203 million that helped more than 4,800 families to date.

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PCMA Convene

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

One event planner predicted in 2012 that that keynote speakers would give their presentation from the new orbiting space station in 2022. In July 2022, NASA flight engineers Jessica Watkins (left) and Kjell Lindgren addressed International Space Station Research and Development conference attendees from aboard the space station. In 2012, Angry Birds was the most downloaded app, the iPhone was five, and Zoom was only a year old.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

European Travel Is Rebounding Says New Study The European Travel Commission (ETC) has released a new study that says European destinations are “on their way to recovering pre-pandemic tourist arrivals.” The report compared year-to-date data compared to 2019 and showed that about one in two reporting destinations have recovered more than 80% of their pre-pandemic foreign arrivals.

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FEBRUARY 23, 2023

You only have one chance to make a first impression. As 94% of first impressions are design-related, it’s important your website has a memorable look and feel to appeal to your target audience. It also needs to be user-friendly, accessible, and easy to navigate.

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FEBRUARY 24, 2023

Skift Take: MPI CEO Paul Van Deventer discusses proving the value of meetings, taking risks so planners don't have to, the open-ended future of MPI, and MPI's upcoming European Meetings and Events Conference — Skift Meetings Studio Team Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings

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PCMA Convene

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Registration forecasting for 2023 was the top challenge identified by Louisville Tourism’s Client Advisory Council members. (Adobe Stock Photo) Christine “Shimo” Shimasaki, CDME, CMP Last year, when the Louisville Tourism and their Client Advisory Council (CAC) met to discuss what industry challenges they wanted to address from both a planner and supplier perspective, registration forecasting rose to the top.

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EventSource

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

You’re going to swoon over Ariane and Sam’s luxurious wedding. The big day held at The Pearle Hotel & Spa was nothing short of awe-inspiring. Thanks to opulent florals and elegant details, along with their breathtaking views, the couple–with the help of their planner Events By Moi absolutely nailed tasteful glamour. The beautiful bride and her gorgeous bridesmaids were right on trend with their luxe looks.

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FEBRUARY 23, 2023

If you have an event to promote, you should be making the most of your social currency to spread the word and help you sell tickets. Facebook allows you to set up your own event fan page for free so you can reach out to the site’s two billion-plus members.

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FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Skift Take: On paper, this deal makes perfect sense. Hubilo is keen to move beyond virtual events and build a strong offering for in-person events. Fielddrive brings innovative badging and on-site solutions. Now the challenge is gaining market share.

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MeetingsNet

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

The Professional Convention Management Association is now supporting ECA’s work speaking out on the importance of business events for economic growth and job creation. In advance of its Legislative Action Day on June 1, the Exhibitions & Conferences Alliance has announced the 10th industry organization to join its advocacy efforts on behalf of the face-to-face business events industry.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Traveling for a conference is no longer an excuse to abandon your mental health and physical well-being goals. In fact, according to a trio of meeting professional experts, taking care of yourself is even more important when you are the one charged with caring for your attendees. But how? Smart Meetings chatted with Dave Stevens, director of field marketing and global events at data.world ; Rachel Riggs, general manager of environmental sustainability and well-being with Martiz Global Events ; a

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