Velvet Chainsaw

MAY 23, 2017

Work and life are transforming at a rapid rate. When considering long-term conference or organizational strategy, it’s wise to future-cast the impact major workforce trends may have on your profession, particularly because conferences are about people first and content second. You need to determine who (target audience) you’re designing for before you address the what (content) and how (experience design).

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Conferences that Work

MAY 22, 2017

Two years have passed since the last update of my favorite iPad/iPhone apps for event professionals. Apps continue to be born, evolve, and, sometimes, die—so it’s time for my latest list of event professionals’ great apps! Read the full article at Conferences That Work. Related posts: What I learned about event professionals at EventCamp East Coast One of the reasons I love to facilitate Conferences That Work is that I get to learn interesting things about the culture of the particip

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EventMB

MAY 23, 2017

Feedback is an essential development and improvement tool, but submission rates can be low. Here are 15 ideas to collect it more effectively for your event. Understanding how your attendees are feeling about your brand or event is essential when improving user experience for the future and the more constructive feedback the better. No feedback […].

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Event Farm

MAY 24, 2017

This is a guest post by Courtney Spero , a Marketing Communication Specialist at the Creative Group. The role of technology in meetings and events has moved beyond its initial purpose of simply providing convenience. While convenience is important, there’s more room now to get creative with tech offerings that will leave lasting impressions and engage audiences.

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Velvet Chainsaw

MAY 24, 2017

Improving digital learning and amplifying conference content to a larger audience is a high priority for many clients we consult with. With the advent of DIY solutions, business models that include sponsorship and the strategic alignment of reaching a global audience, we’re seeing an increased focus on expanding the impact of digital learning. If you work for a membership organization, whether or not you use technology to deliver or enhance your learning products , we’re asking for your particip

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EventMB

MAY 22, 2017

Much like brain surgery, event planning is something best left to the professionals. Here are ten stories of times when things went horribly wrong for amateur event planners. Event planning is one of those careers that everyone believes they could do. It’s just a party after all, right? But things can go disastrously wrong when […]. The post 10 Times Amateurs Tried to Run Events and Failed by Christina Green appeared first on [link].

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Eventbrite UK

MAY 24, 2017

With the use of smartphones increasingly prevalent and video the preferred way to browse on small screens, events can't afford to ignore this medium. The post How to Engage Consumers with Great Video Promotion appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.

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Gallus Events

MAY 23, 2017

Political rallies in the 2017 General Election have brought the campaign to life. One of the two UK main parties, Labour, have been arranging rallies across the country. They are showing the power of live engagement. As many of you will know, but some may not, we are having a General Election in the UK. Opinion Polls over the weekend show the Conservative lead over Labour has halved since the announcement of the snap general election.

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BizBash

MAY 22, 2017

A group of trailblazing event and meeting professionals in New York will join the BizBash Hall of Fame on Wednesday.

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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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EventMB

MAY 23, 2017

Don’t you just wish you could say whatever you wanted for a day or so? It could be so glorious to give back a little of what you get each day. Here are 20 things all event planners wish we could say to our attendees. If you’ve ever seen the movie “Groundhog’s Day” you might […]. The post 20 Things Event Planners Want to Say to Attendees but Can’t by Christina Green appeared first on [link].

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Eventbrite UK

MAY 24, 2017

Phil White from Novell Coffee provides 9 essential ideas to ensure your Food and Drink festival is a hit with your attendees this summer. The post 9 Key Ingredients for a Delicious Food and Drink Festival appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.

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MeetingPool

MAY 24, 2017

One of the earliest improvements in regards to events and sustainability was the option for using significantly less paper during conferences, trade shows, and other meetings. Mobile devices paved the way for event-specific apps, giving attendees access to all of the information they needed without having to print out large packets and handouts. As ticketing […].

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BizBash

MAY 22, 2017

It's common for brands to host consumer experiences surrounding national food days, and Sabra decided to elevate an existing concept.

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EventMB

MAY 20, 2017

Get in touch with your inner foodie and have some foodspiration for your next event menu with some of the most delicious canapé and finger food ideas to wow guests. Event food and catering not only helps to set the tone of the event but can also keep attendees happy (no one likes to go […]. The post 18 Scrumptious Canapés and Finger Foods by EventMB Team appeared first on [link].

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Eventbrite UK

MAY 22, 2017

To sell out your event you need to maximise all your available channels and spend your budget in a smarter way. We can help you with both. The post 7 Ways to Sell More Tickets with Your Ticketing & Registration Tech appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.

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MeetingsNet

MAY 26, 2017

Try these options to re-energize your attendees during breaks without resorting to cookies and coffee. Breaks tend to be a time when attendees scour their email, return calls, and hit the restroom before running back into the next session. They are on information overload, feeling fatigued, and probably craving a sweet treat or caffeine to keep them going.

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BizBash

MAY 23, 2017

Independent contractor agreements provide legal protection, establish roles and responsibilities, and outline services to be performed. Here’s what to include in your next contract.

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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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EventMB

MAY 25, 2017

In this new series we present real-life confessions from people working in the event industry. These uncensored, frank insights tell it “like it really is”. Some details have been changed to respect the anonymity of the confessor and ensure maximum honesty can be upheld. I am a manager at a popular event venue, here is […]. The post Confessions From a Venue Event Manager by EventMB Team appeared first on [link].

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Eventbrite UK

MAY 23, 2017

Curious about just how massive mobile is? Check out these 10 need-to-know stats and be sure your event is making the most of mobile. The post 10 Mind Blowing Mobile Stats Event Managers Need to Know appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.

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SmartMeetings

MAY 26, 2017

You may need to grab some extra bins and pack your patience at the security checkpoint next time you fly. Ten major U.S. airports are participating in a trial of a new Transportation Security Administration process. Checkpoints at LAX, Boston Logan, Detroit Metropolitan, and more will now require ticketed passengers to remove electronics larger than a cell phone from their carry-on , as well as certain food items, to be inspected by officials, according to ABC News.

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BizBash

MAY 23, 2017

David Adler (@DavidAdler) is the C.E.O. and founder of BizBash. Bravo to Apple. For years I have been preaching to the event.

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EventMB

MAY 23, 2017

Voice activated devices and voice control are fast becoming a part of normal daily life for many people. Is the event industry ready for a revolution in voice? One year ago, Google announced a project called “Google Assistant” and a hardware device called “Google Home” Perhaps it was too soon after sweeping “OK Google” under […].

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Eventbrite UK

MAY 22, 2017

Hannah McHaffie shares her wealth of knowledge on running community cinema events and provides some essential tips to ensure your event is a success. The post Re-event-ing the Wheel: Putting a Spin on Community Cinema Events appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.

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Core-apps

MAY 23, 2017

The Importance of the First Timers and the Second-Year Quotient Organizers are constantly looking for any edge to grow their shows. But those who plan and consider the Second Year Quotient can experience a big difference – both to the bottom line and attendee satisfaction. “2YQ” can be strategic planning factor that is based on the. Read more » The post The Importance of the Second Year Event Quotient “2YQ” appeared first on Core-apps.

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BizBash

MAY 26, 2017

Spring is here, and that means it's time to plan those summer gardens. Have you ever thought about building a.

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EventMB

MAY 26, 2017

Is one of your suppliers taking too long to respond? No matter what you do are they ignoring your requests? Here are some ideas to get them to respond in a speedy manner. The event industry moves at a fast pace and deadlines and lead times are often short, putting pressure on the event planner […]. The post 10 Ways to Get a Fast Response from Your Event Supplier by Christina Green appeared first on [link].

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Eventbrite UK

MAY 25, 2017

Have you grasped the concept of conversion rate optimisation? If not, you're missing out on ticket sales, plain and simple. The post How to Boost Ticket Sales by Improving Your Conversion Rate appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.

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Connect Your Meetings

MAY 23, 2017

HelmsBriscoe COO Greg Malark came to the events management company 15 years ago. While that would make Malark a lifer at some organizations, he’s a relative newbie at HelmsBriscoe. “We have associates who have worked with the same client for well over a decade, and in some cases 20 years,” he says. The lack of turnover made the move to HelmsBriscoe an easy sell for Malark after spending most of his career with hotel brands like Promus Hotel Corp. and Doubletree.

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