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The High-Impact Strategic Conference Revolution

Velvet Chainsaw

Let’s face it! For too long we have settled for too little from our conferences and annual meetings. We have allowed our past planning procedures, our structures and outdated traditions to hinder and handicap our conference creativity, innovation and uniqueness. We have allowed our conferences to creak along unchanged, year after year. This webinar is for those conference professionals and meeting leaders that want to see their events become everything they can be.

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How venues can support meeting design

Gallus Events

I was recently referred to a hotel in Barcelona as a “meeting design expert” I popped along and had a look at a good (if rather too traditional) meetig space. I met with a couple of their senior team and tried to get handle on their interest in meeting design. Now this type of meeting is nothing new, or interesting in itself, but the conversation was, I believe, very typical of the understanding and mis-understanding that venues have of meeting design.

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Facilitation, rapt attention, and love

Conferences that Work

Why am I drawn to facilitation? I’ve often heard an uneasy inner voice that wonders if it’s about a desire or need for control and/or power. And yet I know through experience that when I am facilitating well, I have influence but no real control or power. Then I read this: “Freud said that psychoanalysis is a ‘cure through love,’ and I think that is essentially correct.

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7 Inspiring and Outrageous Experiential Marketing examples

EventMB

There is no small experiential marketing. The very definition says, “go big or go home.” Here are a few examples of just how big some companies are willing to go to reach their audience and make an impact. From unexpected gifts to pop-up hotels, see how some brands made a big impression. Experiential marketing combines […]. The post 7 Inspiring and Outrageous Experiential Marketing examples by Editorial Team appeared first on [link].

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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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Tactical Or Strategic: Which Best Describes Your Governing Nonprofit Board

Velvet Chainsaw

Tactical board members are focused on the predictability of the past for today, the here and now, and getting through the year. Strategic board members think, prepare and act on challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. Why? Because they care about the organization’s future. They know they can play an important role in creating their stakeholder’s future.

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How to Double Your Ticket Sales with Conversion Rate Optimisation

Eventbrite UK

Conversion Rate Optimisation can help you drive online event registrations and become more profitable without increasing your marketing budget. Learn how. The post How to Double Your Ticket Sales with Conversion Rate Optimisation appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.

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The Power of Nostalgia for Events

EventMB

A recent study has revealed the power of nostalgia on human behaviour and most interestingly on spending and donating patterns. How and why should we try to incorporate this state of mind into our events and event marketing? Memories are a powerful thing. A song, a smell, a picture, is all it takes and you […]. The post The Power of Nostalgia for Events by Becki Cross appeared first on [link].

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Case Study: How to Plan a Great Conference, from Start to Finish

SmartMeetings

From April 11 to 15, more than 8,000 professionals and leaders in liquefied natural gas (LNG) met in Perth, Australia , for the 18th International Conference & Exhibition on Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG 18). The conference, which was held at Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre (PCEC), was attended by the current prime minister of Australia, Malcolm Turnbull, and other influential public sector leaders.

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10 Insights for Improving the RFP Process

MeetingsNet

By Wendy Laugesen, CMP. What can planners do better in the RFP process? And what do planners want from the hotel? A veteran planner and a hotel exec tell it like it is. read more.

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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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12 Internal Communication Tools to Keep Your Team in Sync

Eventbrite UK

Move over email. Today's internal communication tools make it easier than ever for teams to share ideas and files. Here are 12 to consider. The post 12 Internal Communication Tools to Keep Your Team in Sync appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.

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How To Get More Sleep the Night Before Your Event

EventMB

Preparing for an event is often exhausting and stressful, and sleepless nights are unfortunately all too common for eventprofs in the days leading up to big events. Here are some tips that can help you get some extra ZZZs. Sleep is essential for productivity and awareness. Stop thinking about sleep as a waste of time […]. The post How To Get More Sleep the Night Before Your Event by Editorial Team appeared first on [link].

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Tips to Save Time and Money on Labor Day Travel

SmartMeetings

For many Americans, the Labor Day holiday evokes thoughts of barbeque, beaches and the last hurrahs of summer. It’s always one of the busiest holiday travel periods of the year, and this year it may be even more hectic than usual. Thanks to lower fares, Airlines for America expects 15.6 million passengers to travel from Aug. 31 to Sept. 6, an increase of 4 percent from the same holiday period last year.

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How to prepare an event when you can’t be there ahead of time

Event Industry News

In event planning, performing a walk-through is a standard industry practice that’s critically important. Walk-throughs confirm whether everything is the way you expect it to be and give you a chance to ask questions and find answers. One of the most beneficial aspects of the walk-through is discovering the unknowns and finding surprises (good or […].

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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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10 Event Pages with Stand Out Copy to Inspire You

Eventbrite UK

Check out these 10 examples of events with excellent copy to provide the inspiration YOU need to get scribbling (and selling more tickets)! The post 10 Event Pages with Stand Out Copy to Inspire You appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.

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8 Time Sucking Tasks and How To Streamline Them

EventMB

Are you finding yourself spending too much time on certain jobs? If so, take a step back and see if you can streamline and speed up your daily tasks! “Never neglect details. When everyone’s mind is dulled or distracted, the leader must be doubly vigilant.” – Colin Powell An #eventprofs day is stacked full of […]. The post 8 Time Sucking Tasks and How To Streamline Them by Jeannie Power appeared first on [link].

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When ILEA throws a party….

Canadian Special Events

When the International Live Events Association (ILEA) throws a party and invites the world to attend, you can count on Canadians to represent and this year, at ILEA Live we were out in full force, proving once again, Canadian event planners are among the best on the planet! The conference and awards were held in the heart of Texas, at the JW Marriott in Austin.

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Swoogo celebrates fast growth with 50th customer

Event Industry News

Event marketing software newcomer Swoogo announced the acquisition of their 50th customer today. In just eight months since launching, the company is celebrating rapid success, growing to their current size with no outside funding, and no plans to take investment money in the future. The unprecedented speed of the company’s growth has highlighted the market’s […].

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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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How to Exercise in Any Event Situation

Eventbrite UK

Keep your mind sharp and body in shape by exercising even while on site at events with this handy guide. The post How to Exercise in Any Event Situation appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.

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Has the Event App Bubble Burst?

EventMB

This is a sponsored post written by Florian Courgenouil, Marketing Director, Goomeo. More information about Event Manager Blog’s sponsored posts. Smartphone app downloads worldwide are slowing down considerably. In an industry battling to raise app adoption and engagement levels is this the beginning of the end for event mobile apps too? The volume of downloads from the […].

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Travel Portland’s Karen Martwick Plays Her ACES

Connect Your Meetings

What happened when full-time Travel Portland (Oregon) editor and part-time American Copy Editors Society executive committee member Karen Martwick took on the volunteer role of ACES conference organizer? The organization’s 20th annual event was a (grammatically correct) success, attracting more than 650 attendees to Hilton Portland March 31-April 2.

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5 Important Steps To Follow When Planning a Conference

Eventinterface

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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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The Royal Albert Hall’s 6 Rules of Successful Event Promotion

Eventbrite UK

Lucy Noble, Director of Events at the Royal Festival Hall, shares the six rules they use for successful event promotion. The post The Royal Albert Hall’s 6 Rules of Successful Event Promotion appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.

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10 Inspiring Exhibition Booth Designs

EventMB

Exhibition booths are constantly evolving in terms of design, display and experience. Get inspired by some of the latest innovations observed at major trade shows around the world. The notion of the “exhibit environment” is rising and the stakes are high. Booth design is a serious business and many of the major trade shows are […]. The post 10 Inspiring Exhibition Booth Designs by Editorial Team appeared first on [link].

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Voting opens for the Event Technology Awards “People’s Choice” award

Event Industry News

Voting has opened for the ‘Favourite Event Technology Supplier’ category of the Event Technology Awards. This prestigious award allows event professionals to vote, and ultimately, select their favourite event tech provider as the winner. Dubbed ‘The People’s Choice’ award, online voting will remain open until 30th September. Making the shortlist are: Bizzabo Cvent Europe GiveSmart […].

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‘I Am Baton Rouge’

PCMA Convene

The flooding in Louisiana is being called the worst natural disaster in the United States since Hurricane Sandy in 2012, leaving at least 13 people dead and driving tens of thousands more from their homes in and around Baton Rouge. But the destination remains unbowed. On Friday morning, Visit Baton Rouge released a powerful video called “I Am Baton Rouge” that celebrates the people and culture of the Louisiana capital.

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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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The Race Event Handbook: A definitive guide to take your event to the next level

Eventbrite UK

Improve your race brand to achieve cut-through, deliver the best possible experience from your event, and to engage new audiences to drive growth. The post The Race Event Handbook: A definitive guide to take your event to the next level appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.

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10 Tips to Fix Event Sponsorship [Webinar]

EventMB

Event sponsorship as we know it has reached its tipping point. Join us in this free webinar to re-think your sponsorship offering and sell more inventory. I told you a few weeks ago that event sponsorship is broken. Selling exposure doesn’t mean much anymore. Savvy brands are saying no to lousy sponsorship offerings. They run […]. The post 10 Tips to Fix Event Sponsorship [Webinar] by Julius Solaris appeared first on [link].

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2 Ways to Make Your Event Exclusive

TicketBud

It’s been said before but I’ll say it again here: exclusivity sells. Nothing makes people want something more than to be told they can’t have it (don’t believe me? Talk to anyone with a toddler and they’ll tell you it’s true). Telling her no makes her want it more. And scream louder. But how does this have anything to do with your event and ticketing?

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