GEVME
JUNE 4, 2019
For many event managers, sponsors are a major source of income. They either make your event profitable or allow you to invest more in it. Searching for and finding sponsors for your event is the most important part of what we do. Why is event sponsorship crucial? S ponsorship often generates media coverage that may not have otherwise been available for your event.
Eventmobi
JUNE 3, 2019
Events are often one of the biggest culprits when it comes to the impact on the environment. When you think about all the paper, plastic, and electricity that’s unnecessarily wasted, it becomes clear that the events industry needs to change if it wants to keep up with the times and play its part in reducing humanity’s impact on the world. . And one of the first steps you can take when organizing your events is choosing a venue that is in line with values of sustainability.
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JUNE 6, 2019
You sold 200 tickets — enough to pack the room with excited event-goers. But when the day arrived, only about half showed up. The energy in the room was lackluster, and your own disappointment palpable. What happened? As much as they love the promise of a fun event, people have no problem bailing last minute if […]. The post The Secret to Stop People from Flaking on Your Events appeared first on Eventbrite US Blog.
Velvet Chainsaw
JUNE 4, 2019
I wonder about the future of peer review for conference abstracts. While it is a critical filter for high-quality journals, it is a very inefficient process for accelerating innovation and discovery at conferences. Many healthcare and STEM conference business models are heavily dependent on participants who are able to justify their attendance in part because their oral or poster abstract has been accepted.
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Conferences that Work
JUNE 3, 2019
Good things come in threes. Though I usually overlook anniversaries, I noticed one this morning. The first peer conference I convened and designed was held June 3 – 5, 1992 at Marlboro College, Vermont. So, as of today, the community of practice that eventually became edACCESS has enjoyed 27 years of peer conferences. [That’s 3 x 3 x 3.
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JUNE 5, 2019
Learn how to make sure your next food and drink event is unforgettable — and Instagrammable. The post Most Americans Are Foodies — Here’s What They Expect at Your Event [Infographic] appeared first on Eventbrite US Blog.
BizBash
JUNE 4, 2019
The Food Network threw an over-the-top celebration for the colorful chef to celebrate his induction into the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
Eventbrite UK
JUNE 5, 2019
It would be great if you could plan your event advertising strategy based on what you wish would happen with your ticket sales — but you know that wishes don’t always come true! Instead, base your strategy on real results from events like yours. The experts at ToneDen have worked with countless events to refine […]. The post The Event Marketing Lifecycle: When You Can Sell the Most Tickets appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.
Event Industry News
JUNE 3, 2019
By Ian Webb, Head of Business Development, Eventsforce. Event management systems are a good starting point for all kinds of personalisation you may want to do to drive more engagement around your events – from invitations and event communications to personalised registration and schedules: 1.Personalised Invitations. Personalising invitations can be simple and effective.
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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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JUNE 4, 2019
Learn how to make sure your next food and drink event is unforgettable — and Instagrammable. The post The Do’s and Don’ts of Event Catering: Ideas and Hacks to Try Now appeared first on Eventbrite US Blog.
BizBash
JUNE 4, 2019
Andy Marcus discusses the business of photographing high-end weddings and social events.
Endless Events
JUNE 3, 2019
Ladies and gentlemen, it’s time to dive into the topic of machine learning and events. We are currently witnessing one of the biggest technological revolutions of all time. Right now, in real time, terms like AI and machine learning are being thrown everywhere. And while it may seem like we’re far from all the crazy, futuristic-like concepts we see in the movies, we’re not.
Event Industry News
JUNE 6, 2019
By Miguel Neves, chief social strategist. Miguel Neves is a passionate social media advocate and experienced events professional who consults, trains and speaks on digital marketing and event technology. Ahead of his discussion at The Meetings Show, ‘The future is hybrid, are you ready?’ he gives the lowdown on hybrid meetings and outlines the benefits involved in hosting them.
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JUNE 7, 2019
Torontonians are a busy bunch. With such a vibrant nightlife and events scene, there’s almost too much to choose from. But who said Torontonians have to choose? According to a study on the social lives of 2,000 people in Toronto conducted by OnePoll in partnership with Eventbrite, the average Torontonian attends three events a month. […]. The post What 2,000 Torontonians Want at Nightlife and Weekend Events appeared first on Eventbrite US Blog.
Eventtia
JUNE 4, 2019
If you don’t have the expertise or the necessary help, building an event website can be a real hassle. Fortunately, there are new tools you can use to create a beautiful page for your event in no time. Ready to upgrade? Then check out this article.
atEvent
JUNE 4, 2019
Data is King, and events are the castle. Each event your company attends or sponsors has numerous touch points that provide you with valuable data waiting to be tracked and used to inform your strategy. According to The Freeman Data Benchmark Study , savvy marketers see the value in event data, with 89% of marketing leaders using customer collected data to make strategic decisions.
Event Industry News
JUNE 3, 2019
Large-scale events are almost synonymous with poor phone signals. Events that bring masses of people together understandably put a strain on mobile phone signals. This prevents attendees from uploading content to social media, message/call friends and make transactions. Too many people scrabbling for their fair share of 4G can make the signal crash and become completely unusable for the majority of the crowd.
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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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JUNE 5, 2019
One of the signature traits of event planners is their ability to negotiate. While common, everyday setbacks might put most people into a tailspin, event planners have a knack for handling mini-crises easily. That’s because they’ve faced similar situations on the job, and have come out on top – all through their power of negotiation. […]. The post 5 Times Event Planner Negotiation Tactics Can Save the Day appeared first on Eventbrite US Blog.
Eventtia
JUNE 5, 2019
I recently attended a large conference for marketing professionals and was surprised to find out that they didn’t have a mobile app for attendees. The wireless internet access was limited and the agenda kept changing throughout the conference. As an attendee, it was frustrating to not have access to an app because we had to constantly check their website for any updates to the schedule.
ePly
JUNE 5, 2019
To entice event attendees to support your organization’s good work, your team needs to plan and execute an amazing event that will keep them talking about your organization. Now, if your organization's team is like most others, you may not have an event planning guru ready to take charge and blow this event out of the water. So, you do what anyone would do: you turn to the internet.
Event Industry News
JUNE 6, 2019
By Clemi Hardie, Managing Director at Noodle Live. As always, rumours were rife before this year’s Apple worldwide developers conference. Generally speaking, the company uses the keynote at the event to announce major updates and changes to their operating systems that will impact app developers and tech nerds around the world. This year, however, there were some major drop-jaw moments that nobody saw coming, including the unexpected reveal of a new piece of hardware in the shape of the new Mac
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JUNE 3, 2019
Being an event creator is complex, to say the least. How do you write a killer event description? When and how should you advertise your event? It’s these questions, and many more, that keep creators up at night. Thankfully, Eventbrite’s Technical Customer Support Manager Angela Gonzales has the answers, which she delivered in our exclusive […].
Eventtia
JUNE 7, 2019
Are event mobile apps still relevant, considering that they’re potentiating the digital distraction we all suffer from? Let’s find out ….
Eventbrite UK
JUNE 7, 2019
You know that saying ”you get what you pay for”? Well, when it comes to event ticketing platforms, it’s certainly true. That’s why we strive to offer a whole heap of benefits – and we’re adding to them all the time. Check out these 7 features we’ve introduced in recent months to improve your experience… […]. The post Added Value: New Features to Help Grow Ticket Sales appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.
Event Industry News
JUNE 7, 2019
This footage has been kindly captured by our friends at First Sight Media – firstsight.media. Speaking at last year’s Event Tech Live from the Conference and Creativity stage was Gallus Events’ William Thomson. William used the talk to demonstrate his reasoning behind why organisers should be live-streaming their events. Describing the benefits of “online events”, William listed five main reasons why he was an advocate for them: The audience is unlimited, and organisers are not restricted to hav
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JUNE 3, 2019
Being an event creator is complex, to say the least. How do you write a killer event description? When and how should you advertise your event? It’s these questions, and many more, that keep creators up at night. Thankfully, Eventbrite’s Technical Customer Support Manager Angela Gonzales has the answers, which she delivered in our exclusive […].
Maritz Global Events
JUNE 4, 2019
If you described the role of an event project manager as “busy,” you may just win the award for Understatement of the Year. “Busy” doesn’t even scratch the surface. Now, if you were to say, “put more than a full day, working through lunch, back to back meetings and calls and forgot to use the restroom at a few points,” you might be getting closer to the mark.
Connect Your Meetings
JUNE 4, 2019
As anyone who’s ever sent a professional email knows all too well, figuring out what to say and how to say it is hard work. There’s a fine line between being assertive and being passive aggressive and finding that line can be a tricky feat. There’s nothing more tempting than throwing a “per my last email” when the person you’re corresponding with clearly ignored your last message or a “moving forward” when someone on your team screws something up,” but all those phrases do is ignite annoyance on
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