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Why your event MUST make a good first impression

Gallus Events

Our brain is wired to remember certain moments above others. This is why your event must make a good first impression. The start and the end of something, for some reason that goes back 100,000s of years, mean more to us than other parts of the same event. So much so that research how shown that if the experience of the attendees is poor at the start and at the end then the middle part becomes almost irrelevant.

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Event ROI: How Mighty Is Your Event Online Community?

Maritz Global Events

Post authored by Donna Kastner, Founder of Retirepreneur. The investment to design remarkable live event experiences is steep and getting steeper – not to mention the countless hours (and dollars) spent in hopes of acquiring new attendees. Yet there’s one category where event organizers might be underinvesting: The Post Event Experience, which starts the moment event guests leave and return to their busy day-to-day world.

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How to Plan a High-Impact Event on a Low Budget

SmartMeetings

Events are a necessity for many businesses. They help educate, promote, get work done and reward or celebrate the workplace. However, the cost for holding events is a huge concern. Businesses in a 2019 survey cited increasing costs and lower budgets as the top two challenges they face as they plan events. This article will provide you with seven tips that meeting and event professionals need to create a memorable experience without breaking the bank as they plan upcoming business events. 1.

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The Intersection of Augmented Reality, Social Media and Events is Finally Here

Eventmobi

As part of EventMobi’s new suite of Modern Event Marketing tools (Advance Registration and Social Media Analytics), we are very excited to now offer event planners, marketers and social media managers, the first off-the-shelf, affordable social media Augmented Reality (AR) experiences designed for events and conferences. We believe AR filters for social media marketing provide the perfect opportunity for consumer and business events to experiment and benefit from interactive AR experiences witho

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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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How to Align Your Event with Your Business Goals

Eventtia

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You can’t make people change. But…

Conferences that Work

“You can’t make people change. But you can create an environment where they choose to.” —Seth Godin, Leadership. Change is hard. And you can’t make people change. However, meetings have tremendous potential to change lives. Attendees have something in common: a profession, a passion, a shared experience together. They are with people who, in some way, do what they do, speak the same language, and face the same challenges.

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The Top Factors to Consider When Purchasing Event Management Software

Eventmobi

To help event planners and industry professionals better understand the path to purchase for event management software, we conducted a survey this year asking about the common challenges faced during this process. Below are some of the highlighted results that will help you as you explore purchasing event management software or if you’re interested in knowing how you compare against your industry peers. .

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18 Clever Ways to Render Logos at Events

BizBash

Eye-catching logo displays are not just a good way to please sponsors and brand execs—they can also double as event decor and a creative photo op.

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30 Unique and Instagram-Worthy Party Theme Ideas

Picatic by Eventbrite

Creating an event with a strong visual theme that will inspire attendees to whip out their camera phones is a surefire way to spread like wildfire on Instagram. And with a strong social presence in your pocket, your event will enjoy reach that may have been impossible without the help of some killer photos and […]. The post 30 Unique and Instagram-Worthy Party Theme Ideas appeared first on Eventbrite US Blog.

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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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Socio Event App [Review]

EventMB

Socio is a multi-purpose event app that can be bundled with a supplementary Lead Retrieval app and Live Display platform. Here is our review. Socio: What Is It? Socio is an event app with both a container version and fully branded, white-label option. The container app comes at a lower price point, but the […]. The post Socio Event App [Review] by EventMB Studio Team appeared first on [link].

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14 Inspirational Quotes to Conquer Event Planning Stress

Eventbrite UK

It’s no secret that event planning is stressful — and for event planners there is always a risk of burnout. And the reality is, if you’re in the events business for long enough, every now and then something is sure to go wrong. If you find yourself struggling with a particularly demoralising slump, remember — […]. The post 14 Inspirational Quotes to Conquer Event Planning Stress appeared first on Eventbrite UK.

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Westminster academic celebrates fifth anniversary of Event Tech Lab.

Event Industry News

In July 2014, Dr James Morgan, Principal Lecturer at the University of Westminster set up the Event Tech Lab. The idea in setting up the virtual incubator, was to help and mentor start up event technology companies wanting to get into the event space, globally. Event Tech Lab will be celebrating its fifth anniversary next week. Over 150 guests will come together in Holborn, London for the annual Event Tech Lab BBQ sponsored by Event Tech Live, the Event Tech Awards and Evolution Domes to celebra

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5 Cool Decor Ideas to Brighten the Busy Event Planner’s Home

Picatic by Eventbrite

To-do lists with their own to-do lists. Meetings that go overtime. Computer freezes from 50 open tabs. Arriving home from work in a state of frazzle is pretty standard for an event creator. However, when you finally set down your bag and change into your comfy clothes, you want to be able to look around […]. The post 5 Cool Decor Ideas to Brighten the Busy Event Planner’s Home appeared first on Eventbrite US Blog.

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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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5 Ways Tech Can Reduce Stress for Event Planners

Eventsforce

Event planning is not easy. The constant drive to produce engaging events that delight attendees. The pressure to deliver meaningful results. Dealing with last-minute changes and delivering the impossible at a moment’s notice. All these are issues planners need to deal with every time they create an event. And they can also be an enormous source of stress.

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How to Leave A Lasting Impression on Conference Attendees

MeetingsNet

Go above and beyond at your meetings! Brought to you by: While the ultimate goal of any conference is to provide attendees with top-level educational sessions, it is important to find fun and creative ways to engage them outside the breakout rooms as well. An attendee’s overall experience at a conference will likely determine their commitment for future meetings.

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Registration for Event Tech Live 2019 is now open!

Event Industry News

Event Tech Live (ETL) – Europe’s only free-to-attend show dedicated to the world of #EventTech – has today announced that registration in now open. This year marks the sixth edition of the ever-popular show and promises to be bigger and better. ETL showcases the latest event technology as well as the best event practices, pulling in experts from all sectors of the industry to demonstrate their professional opinions, research and expertise.

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5 Ways Event Managers Can Increase Event Registration

Picatic by Eventbrite

Of all your responsibilities as an Event Manager, ensuring your event is well attended is top priority. Low registration rates can affect other facets of your event, including sponsors, revenue, and speakers, so we’ve put together these five tips to help you get your registration rates up and your stress level down. Check out these […]. The post 5 Ways Event Managers Can Increase Event Registration appeared first on Eventbrite US Blog.

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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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3 Ways Brands Use Marketing Events to Grow (with Examples)

EventBank Insights

In today’s digital era as brands, we have the power to connect with hundreds and thousands of consumers with just the touch of a button. But, is this the right way to connect or are we forgetting the power of face to face interactions? Events marketing can be used for brands as a powerful tool to connect with the audience. According to Bizzabo’s 2019 Event Marketing Bench-marking and Trends Report marketers believe events marketing is the most effective channel for achieving business goals.

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How to Write a Successful Invitation Email

Eventbrite UK

Cut through the clutter by sending attendees an invitation email they will want to accept. We look at how to have an impact on people’s inbox. We live in connected times. Almost everyone has access to their inbox almost all of the time and we are constantly checking for new messages. That’s great when it […]. The post How to Write a Successful Invitation Email appeared first on Eventbrite UK.

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Event Tech Spotlight: Service Robots

Event Industry News

Company name: Service Robots Founded: 6 th January 2018 Web address: www.servicerobots.com. About: Servicerobots.com is delighted to announce the launch of its new photography robot, Eva. This unobtrusive and humanoid-style robot is ideal for event and function photography and offers a variety of useful interactions. The robot navigates easily and quickly around any interior and goes up to guests asking if they would like their photo taken.

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5 Free Online Event Invitation Ideas

Picatic by Eventbrite

You’ve got a great subject line that’s getting plenty of opens, but people aren’t clicking through to your event website. So what gives? Chances are good it’s your email invitation copy. After all, even the best subject line in the world can’t make up for generic messaging that fails to inspire action. You’ve got to […]. The post 5 Free Online Event Invitation Ideas appeared first on Eventbrite US Blog.

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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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7 Critical Keys to Effective Event Venue Marketing

Planning Pod

Summary: Understand the seven venue marketing strategies that are critical to successfully promoting your venue. Figuring out how to promote an event / function venue can be a challenge. When setting out to create an event venue marketing plan, you may be overwhelmed by the deluge of marketing ideas that pop up from a simple Google search on the topic.

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Connect Marketplace 2019 – #EventIcons 180

Endless Events

Live from Connect Marketplace 2019, it’s #EventIcons! You already know that we love nothing more but keep you up to date will all the hottest trends in the industry. And what better way to do it than take you with us to one of the most interesting events in the country? So this week’s episode is coming to you all the way from the one place where some of the brightest and most exciting people from several industries congregate – Connect Marketplace!

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Europa is ready for a no-deal Brexit

Event Industry News

The UK’s largest independent freight forwarder, Europa Worldwide Group is ready to tackle the possibility of a No-Deal Brexit. . The specialist European road freight operator, has invested significant time and over £2m to ensure the smoothest possible transition for its customers in the event of no-deal. Europa’s Managing Director also believes border delays have been significantly over-stated. .

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3 Reasons to Meet Us at IMEX America (HINT: Free ????)

Socio Events

IMEX America is arguably the most exciting trade show for event professionals in North America. Just look at how many people the 2019 show expects to attract to the Sands Expo and Convention Center in Las Vegas over September 10–12: 3,500 exhibitors from more than 150 countries. More than 6,000 decision-makers from around the world. More than 180 sessions over 10 event tracks.

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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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5 Reasons Why Connect 2019 Was Our Biggest and Best Event

Connect Your Meetings

All 4,000 of the attendees at Connect 2019 in Louisville, Kentucky, can attest that this year’s conference was our best. Engagement and activations were at an all-time high. It’s safe to say our partners—you!—really came through for what was a thrilling three days. If you missed the show, sign up now for Connect 2020 in New Orleans (Aug. 17-19). See below for some of what made this year’s event so memorable.

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Why Live Shows are Choosing Ticketbud

TicketBud

Data ownership – complete access to event data and attendee contact information Early payouts – access to funds before the event to cover upfront costs Transparent all-inclusive low rates – including all features and ongoing customer support Mobile optimization – convert more sales on mobile, where people are searching for live shows Recently on the Joe Rogan Experience , popular comedian Andrew Schulz expressed frustration over ticketing companies with unnecessarily hi

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George P. Johnson further strengthens leadership team with two more senior appointments

Event Industry News

Global Experience Marketing Agency George P. Johnson (GPJ) today announces the appointment of two senior hires – Kerstin Twachtmann as Director of Strategy & Planning and Matthew Rickard as Executive Producer. . Kerstin Twachtmann. Twachtmann joins GPJ’s Strategy and Planning team having previously worked as Lead Strategist at AmazeRealise, where she was directly responsible for overseeing global brands, including Lexus, Pret A Manger, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles and Nickelodeon.