Velvet Chainsaw

JULY 21, 2016

Did you ever play the board game of Chutes and Ladders? The object of the game is to get to the end of the path first. You avoid landing on a chute, which makes you slide backwards. And take advantage of the ladders which help you climb ahead. I played this game a lot with kids in my early teaching career. Some of my students were fascinated with sliding on the chutes because it reminded them of playground slides.

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Conferences that Work

JULY 18, 2016

I’m in San Antonio, Texas, having just run two 90-minute “panels” at a national association leadership conference. I say “panels” because at both sessions, the three “panelists” presented for less than five minutes. Yet after both sessions, participants stayed in the room talking in small groups for a long time—one of my favorite signs that a session has successfully built and supported learning , connection , and engagement.

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Guidebook

JULY 17, 2016

“Best practices” and “event planning tips” come in all shapes and sizes. Here at Guidebook, we share a lot of strategies for planners from tech tools to try, sponsor package ideas , and specific event marketing timelines. But there are some fundamental strategies that never go out of style. While we work to include these in our plans every time, they can be easy forget.

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EventMB

JULY 19, 2016

Have a look at some of the most innovative startups on the event industry block. Summer is here, what better time to look at what technology will make an impact in the event industry by showcasing the hottest event startups. At EventMB we have pioneered the recognition of innovation in the event industry. This post showcases […]. The post The Hottest Event Startups to Watch This Summer by Julius Solaris appeared first on [link].

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Velvet Chainsaw

JULY 20, 2016

Ever run your car over some severe potholes? It can do some major damage to your tires. And to your vehicle too. Potholes can be an expensive problem for both drivers and cities. Just like potholes, conference planning thinkholes can be an expensive problem for your event. They can create some major cavities and damage to your participants’ conference experience.

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Eventbrite UK

JULY 21, 2016

These 29 pages of expert advice on copywriting for events will help you not only write better, but sell more tickets. The post The Ultimate Guide to Copywriting for Events appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.

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EventMB

JULY 18, 2016

The brain picks up visual cues from body language without even realizing it, and you want to make sure to send out the right signals. We’ve compiled 15 body language mistakes you need to avoid in order to succeed as an event professional. As an event professional, you are a master communicator. Just look at […]. The post 15 Body Language Mistakes You Need to Avoid by Editorial Team appeared first on [link].

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EventTechBrief

JULY 18, 2016

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BizBash

JULY 21, 2016

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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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Eventbrite UK

JULY 21, 2016

Get the whole team pulling in the same direction and achieve all your goals by filling out this simple one page event plan. The post How to Create a Winning Event Plan (Plus Free Template) appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.

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EventMB

JULY 22, 2016

Everybody is freaking out. The buzzword of the moment is scaring marketing and event professionals around the world. Who are Millennials? Should we be scared? Millennials are coming and they are going to take over the world. If you are almost a Millennial (like I am) or even if you are a Generation X, C, […]. The post Millennials: The Best Excuse For Running Awful Events by Julius Solaris appeared first on [link].

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Event Industry News

JULY 21, 2016

Events marketing platform evvnt has acquired the assets of eventviva.com for an undisclosed sum. The acquisition of Eventviva has further established evvnt’s growth and progression while strengthening their position as the standalone market leader for events promotion. The acquisition is part of evvnts’ global expansion as the company focuses firmly on reaching the global audience of event organisers. evvnt has an ever […].

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Techsytalk

JULY 18, 2016

A few months ago, I shared this blog post about Event Planning – for millennials – on Eventoozi.com. Everyone wants to know about millennials. They are the “new” generation in the work force and they certainly think a little bit differently than previous generations. When it comes to events, there are simply things that work better for this audience.

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Eventbrite UK

JULY 18, 2016

Dealing with last minute changes is the primary stressor for event planners, so what can you do to tack them and cut your stress levels back down to size? The post 9 Ways to Avoid Those ‘Last Minute’ Event Changes That Stress You Out! appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.

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EventMB

JULY 20, 2016

Did you know EventMB has a Youtube Channel? Here is the second instalment from our brand new video series. Our first vlog about whether event planning is for you, was a great success. You can catch up with it here and subscribe to our channel here. The second video is in partnership with our friends at Evenium, Relationship […]. The post The 5 Things People Always Ask Event Planners [Video] by Julius Solaris appeared first on [link].

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Event Industry News

JULY 19, 2016

International travel is fast becoming de rigueur for event professionals. With increased travel, comes increased risk. At a recent networking event at the Savoy Grill, event registration specialists Circdata invited Dougie Eaglesham, director at Bodhi360 to share his advice on ‘situational awareness’ techniques for event professionals. Following a 25-year career in the British Army, including […].

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TicketBud

JULY 19, 2016

If you've been researching and comparing online ticketing solutions, chances are you've had to do something close to quantum mathematics to figure out what each option means to your events bottom line. For a lot of ticketing companies, this is to their benefit; the more convoluted their pricing language, the harder it is for you to figure out what the actually charge.

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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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Eventbrite UK

JULY 19, 2016

What is Pokémon GO and what does it have to do with event planning? Find out how this game provides a very important lesson on how to create popular events. The post Pokémon GO and the Lessons for Event Managers appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.

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EventMB

JULY 21, 2016

This is a sponsored post written by Timothy Mercer, Sr. Content Marketer, Lanyon. More information about Event Manager Blog’s sponsored posts. Abandoned bookings are frustrating when you are trying to sell more tickets for your event. Here are 3 easy steps to solve the problem and to increase the number of completed bookings on your event registration […].

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Event Industry News

JULY 22, 2016

It’s no secret that entertainment is becoming less and less about the entertainment itself and more about the experience it creates for events attendees. At the same time, the integration of event tech is expanding the different ways that we can create unique experiences, and opening up doors to bring brand experiences to a younger […]. The post The Next 3 Big Tech Acts To Watch Out For At Events appeared first on Event Industry News.

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PCMA Convene

JULY 20, 2016

Pokémon Go is quickly becoming 2016’s hottest app, clocking more than 15 million downloads for iOS and Android since it was released in Australia, New Zealand, and the U.S. on July 6, and some 40 additional countries and territories mid-month. The virtual-reality-based catch ‘em if you can game has players trolling the real world to “battle” a series of adorable cartoon creatures.

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Eventbrite UK

JULY 19, 2016

Six events that prove you don’t need to be Coca Cola, Apple or Nike to pull off amazing live experiences for your brand. The post 6 Small Brands Delivering Incredible Live Experiences appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.

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EventMB

JULY 19, 2016

A job in the event industry requires event planners to juggle a lot of plates. Here are 8 things to note if you seriously don’t want to get fired! When you are first starting out in the event industry you might feel like you are just trying to keep your head above water. The challenging […]. The post How Not to Get Fired From Your Event Planning Job by Kelli White appeared first on [link].

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Event Industry News

JULY 21, 2016

Innovative Brand Firm Wins ‘Best Event Management Company’ Three Years Running Bespoke new Dublin office opens expanding services and brand reach into social Full range of media activations and events with a wide variety of clients across all sectors Grooveyard Event Management took the top gong for the third year running at the prestigious Event […].

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Connect Your Meetings

JULY 21, 2016

Coming up at Connect: We’re hosting a webinar to prepare you for the largest Connect Marketplace yet! Check out the details below and click HERE to sign up! Webinar | Connect Marketplace 2016: Know Before You Go. Presented by Kristen Francis and A.J. Vassar, Associate Marketplace Directors at Connect. When: Tuesday, Aug. 2, 2016, at 2 p.m. EDT.

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Eventbrite UK

JULY 20, 2016

From ancient monuments to natural wonders, you'll be awestruck by these 10 truly breathtaking places to hold events around the globe. The post 10 Breathtaking Places to Hold Events appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.

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EventTechBrief

JULY 18, 2016

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Event Industry News

JULY 19, 2016

Creativity is a mindset. Everyone can be creative, and every event can be a creative one. But it doesn’t always happen. We’ve all been there. Half an hour after sitting down your mind is drifting and you’re shifting restlessly in your chair. The lure of lunch in two hours’ time is all you can think […]. The post How to keep your conference creative appeared first on Event Industry News.

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