Gallus Events

OCTOBER 22, 2019

Every event planner or organizer knows that event reminders can cut down on no -shows and increase attendance. Whether the event requires an RSVP or not, event reminders can be a great way to keep attendees engaged and informed beforehand. Event reminders work: however, not all event reminders are effective. One way to increase the usefulness of your event reminders is to personalize them: makes recipients more likely to pay attention.

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OCTOBER 25, 2019

When you think of yoga, you probably think of a well-lit studio, soft music, and stretch-pants wearing acolytes quietly stretching or meditating before class. While that is certainly the cliche, it’s not the only way to enjoy a yoga class. Just ask the founder of Trap Yoga Bae, Britteny Floyd Mayo, AKA Yoga Bae. It […].

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Eventtia

OCTOBER 22, 2019

The recent surge of data available at our fingertips has brought new opportunities for businesses and event marketers.

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Tito Blog | An Event Blog for Organisers

OCTOBER 23, 2019

As the first in a series we’ve been working on over some months for conference organisers, we thought a lot about what first step in their promotion process was. After much debate, we’re happy to announce that we decided on this compendium of ways to reach your target audience for events. At Tito, one of the best bonuses of working on our event software is the opportunity to see a community of creative and dedicated people bring their visions of delightful experiences to life.

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OCTOBER 24, 2019

Event sponsorship is on the cusp of a new era. The tired old model of logos on banners has no place in the dynamic, digital new world we’ve embarked upon. After all, events themselves have gotten more eclectic. Today’s sponsors have much higher expectations than simply trading cash for brand recognition. They want to be […].

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EventMB

OCTOBER 21, 2019

As you may have heard, LinkedIn just announced the relaunch of their Events platform. Here is a breakdown of the platform for you, including opportunities and concerns. Event planners rejoice. LinkedIn is launching Events, again. Inasmuch as something related to social media can age you, you kind of need to be a social media […]. The post LinkedIn Events: What You Need to Know by EventMB Studio Team appeared first on [link].

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Conferences that Work

OCTOBER 21, 2019

Want to get a taste of my new book Event Crowdsourcing: Creating Meetings People Actually Want and Need ? (It will be out in November — next month!) Here are some Event Crowdsourcing free chapters for your enjoyment. Read Event Crowdsourcing free chapters. Table of Contents, About the Author, Acknowledgements, How to use, Introduction [pdf]. Chapter 2 – Why you need to crowdsource meeting content [pdf].

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SmartMeetings

OCTOBER 21, 2019

Have you considered using Pay-Per-Click (PPC) to drive attendance at your events? The digital advertising tool allows event professionals to target specific demographics and track effectiveness in real time. Smart Meetings talked to Laura Davidson, director of event paid media company Tag Digital , for tips on how to incorporate this powerful lead generation trick in your magic kit.

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Attendease

OCTOBER 22, 2019

Having a deep understanding of your target audience is the first step to successfully achieve your organization’s goals. Whether your event is targeting consumers from a specific demographic or professionals from specific fields, having the right data at your disposal can be crucial to the success of your event. Here are three ways you could use attendee data and how you can gather it.

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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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GEVME

OCTOBER 20, 2019

Taking an active part in growing the MICE industry in the APAC region, we continue to cover the critical event industry events across the region. Today we have a story about Be @ Penang event. Malaysia’s most prominent business events conference returns for the fourth edition this December at the Setia SPICE Convention Centre. Themed BE Of The Future Now, BE @ Penang 2019 urges the industry, the businesses, the players and professionals be ready for the future now, and brings together industry l

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EventMB

OCTOBER 23, 2019

This is a sponsored post from Cvent. More information about Event Manager Blog’s sponsored posts. It’s easy to find yourself overwhelmed with the task of selecting the perfect space for your event. It’s one in a long list of thankless event planning duties fraught with pitfalls. Will your attendees like your choice of destination? Will […]. The post Your Guide to the Perfect Event Space by Cvent appeared first on [link].

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Eventbrite UK

OCTOBER 22, 2019

Virtual and augmented reality continues to make big waves in marketing, thanks to its positive effect on consumer engagement. Expos and trade fairs offer brands the perfect opportunity to get their name out there and pull in new customers. The catch? There are often hundreds of exhibitors competing for attention, meaning standing out is imperative. […].

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EventBank Insights

OCTOBER 21, 2019

Event marketing, and by extension marketing itself, is all about attention. It’s a game of appealing to what people want to look at, listen to, feel, taste, do, or share. And just as important as what people are paying attention to is where their attention is directed. In 2019, we spend a lot of time looking at our phones. It’s reflected in the way marketers work—much has changed since the initial dot com boom of the 90s.

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Endless Events

OCTOBER 25, 2019

As an event planner, you’re juggling a dozen or more balls. You’re dealing with vendors, speakers, performers, caterers, marketers, the media, you name it. And your trusty notebook is filled to the brim with scribbled notes. There must be an easier way, right? Good news: There is. These collaboration tools are based in the cloud and help you stay organized and in touch even if you’re running around.

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EventMB

OCTOBER 24, 2019

This is a sponsored post from Socio. More information about Event Manager Blog’s sponsored posts. Lead retrieval is a major focus of exhibitors and marketers when attending trade shows and conventions. In fact, 68% of B2B marketers find that events are the most valuable source of top-of-the-funnel leads. However, you may be surprised to learn […].

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Eventbrite UK

OCTOBER 24, 2019

As another year draws to a close, it’s time to reflect on events past. We explore some of the promises you might want to make as you prepare to plan for 2020. 1. Grow your social media following Social media plays a hugely important role in raising awareness of your event and encouraging followers to […]. The post New Year’s Resolutions for event planners appeared first on Eventbrite UK.

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Eventtia

OCTOBER 23, 2019

Your event may be over but you still have work to do. In this article, we highlight 5 things you must do now that your event is over.

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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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Eventsforce

OCTOBER 23, 2019

Want the lowdown on all things event tech? In your inbox, every week. Sign up here. In this month’s highlights of top event tech stories, we take a look at LinkedIn’s newly announced networking tool and what kind of impact it will have on our industry. We also have a cool new wearable device that promises to accurately predict an attendee’s attention and emotional engagement around an event.

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BizBash

OCTOBER 22, 2019

RuPaul's Drag Race star KimChi channeled her bold vision into a colorful, whimsical launch bash for KimChi Chic Beauty.

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Eventbrite UK

OCTOBER 23, 2019

Drawing attention to your fundraising activities can be tricky, especially when you’re working with a limited budget. Here’s how to focus your efforts by promoting a cause on social media and using digital platforms to raise awareness and encourage people to support your charity. How to raise awareness for a charity People can’t donate to […].

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Skift

OCTOBER 23, 2019

A fleet of Uber's SUVs. The rideshare company has a service for event planners looking to coordinate transportation. Uber Skift Take: Uber knows that it is one of the primary modes of transportation at events — and has designed a service around that. Still, the company doesn't really advertise this service very well, and it means that lots of planners are unaware of it. — Isaac Carey Read the Complete Story On Skift.

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Event Industry News

OCTOBER 23, 2019

That’s according to an interactive map from Insure4Music, which illustrates the UK’s open and closed small music venues. The map reveals that 20% of the UK’s small music venues have closed in the last 15 years, with 54 closing since 2014 and 26 venues closing in the last two years. This is despite extensive lobbying from various politicians and organisations to safeguard the UK’s grassroots music scene.

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Stova

OCTOBER 24, 2019

Last year we talked to you about event tech super-users — meeting planners who invest heavily in apps and have developed techniques to achieve higher ROI. When we talked to our super-users about their audience polling app or live polling feature, 59% described the concept as a key element to their success.

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Eventbrite UK

OCTOBER 23, 2019

Put yourself in your attendees’ shoes. It’s Thursday night and you’re looking for something to do this weekend. You find a local food festival that looks interesting, but you know parking might be challenging and the drink lines at these events can be way too long. While you’re checking out the Eventbrite listing page, you […]. The post Introducing Add-Ons: A New Way to Make More On Your Events appeared first on Eventbrite UK.

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PCMA Convene

OCTOBER 23, 2019

David Harry Stewart, shown at the inaugural Your Best Life conference in June, partnered with former Google exec Matt Hirst four years ago to create Ageist, a media company out to redefine life after 50. (Photos courtesy Ageist). A new event launched earlier this year to celebrate people over age 50 and defy the ageist stereotypes that put most of this demographic in retirement mode.

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Skift

OCTOBER 23, 2019

Event attendees ride in an Uber. The company sometimes works with event planners to create a transportation strategy. Uber Skift Take: Uber has the potential to be a big tool for corporate event planners, but the company doesn't do a great job of marketing itself. — Isaac Carey Read the Complete Story On Skift.

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Stova

OCTOBER 22, 2019

Did you know that 82% of event planners say that networking is their attendees biggest priority? This stat comes to us through research conducted by Event Manager Blog. Chances are you fall into the 82% bucket, right? We’re right there with you. Networking is a huge driver in attendance and ticket sales and understanding the difference between networking and event matchmaking will be critical to your success.

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Event Industry News

OCTOBER 22, 2019

The final entry for Event Tech Live’s distinguished Launchpad competition has been submitted which means only one thing – voting is now open! The competition aims to help budding businesses connect with industry buyers and investors to open doors for start-ups and providers of new technology. Sponsors this year include long-time supporter, Visit by GES, Event Industry News, Event Tech Lab, The Start Up Clinic, 52eight3, Bournemouth 7s, DAHLIA+Agency, EVENTIT, Event Tech Podcast, futurelivetoday

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