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Event Planning: When to Open and Close Registration

CadmiumCD

This article was written by Jake Fabbri, VP of Marketing at Fonteva. You’ve planned the perfect event and now you’re ready to start inviting guests. The best events are those that generate a considerable amount of interest, ensuring that plenty of people register. However, you don’t want to invite more attendees than you have resources or space to provide for.

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5 common event planning mistakes

Plan Your Meetings

Events are stories; live, and in real time. What’s more, events have no delete button. As an event planner, you are certainly in the limelight, when things go right and when things go wrong. It’s no wonder that Forbes has ranked event planning as among the most stressful jobs out there. Whether it’s a corporate function, a global festival, a product launch campaign or a private wedding, the delicate balancing act of a meticulous logistics operation, clear content strategy, as well as cosmic alig

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How to Create Rules & Requirements for Event Sponsorship

GEVME

Are you looking for an event sponsor or perhaps you want to become one? If so, you will certainly be interested in writing event sponsorship for the event. What is event sponsorship? E vent sponsorship is a critical source of funding for all event types, where companies, nonprofits, and small businesses provide a certain amount of cash or incentives in exchange for brand awareness and visibility at an event.

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Fostering a Winning Conference Culture

Velvet Chainsaw

I have been struck by the disparity in how an association’s organizational culture translates (or doesn’t translate) to the on-site implementation or planning of its live events. There are many associations that tout their open and supportive cultures. But when it gets to “go time,” does that culture manifest at your conferences and meetings? Online forums have tackled this issue in recent weeks and it is clear that not all organizations support their on-site operations effectively or consistent

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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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Should You Use Events to Raise Money for Your Business?

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This is a guest post by Irene Malatesta of Fundbox. Are you thinking about hosting a fundraising event to raise money for your business? If your business is just starting up, you’re heavily involved in a local community, or you run a nonprofit organization, you may be able to raise good money by hosting an […]. The post Should You Use Events to Raise Money for Your Business?

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36 Corporate Team Building Event Ideas

EventMB

As long as teamwork remains essential to corporate success, team-building activities are here to stay. Corporate team-building events are a tricky business because they have to strike the right balance between professional development and recreational ice-breaking. For a team to function optimally, it is not just about matching each employee to their ideal role, but […].

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Leverage Technology to Drive Event Sponsorship Revenue

Eventmobi

Traditional sponsorships—placing company logos and messages on banners, window clings, signage, badge stock, and lanyards or underwriting lounges, meals, and parties—differ in many ways from technology-based event sponsorship opportunities. While there are benefits, the return on investment (ROI) is difficult to quantify, and they do not easily provide measurable engagement, feedback, or data.

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How to Write The Perfect Event Invitation Email

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In 2018, 281 billion emails were sent and received. That causes a problem for event creators trying to compete for attention in event-goers’ cluttered inboxes. There are many email marketing strategies you can use to stand out in event-goers’ inboxes, but the most important is your email copy. Here’s what you need to know to […]. The post How to Write The Perfect Event Invitation Email appeared first on Eventbrite US Blog.

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Is Your Marketing Data Missing Your Most Powerful Data Set?

Marketo Events

Interactions with prospects and customers before, during, and after an event don’t just offer a chance for engagement, but also a unique opportunity to further customize your follow-up, communications, and their next event experience, which in turn helps accelerate impact, velocity, and conversion. The problem? More often than not, event data is either being forgotten, spread out amongst several tools, or being inputted manually and inaccurately.

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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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Ticket Tailor: More Control Over Event Ticketing [Review]

EventMB

Ticket Tailor is an online ticketing platform that focuses on delivering “low fees and no fuss.” It’s designed for event planners who are disenchanted with paying high ticket fees and for those who simply want more control over their events. Here is our review: Ticket Tailor: What Is It? Ticket Tailor seeks to provide […]. The post Ticket Tailor: More Control Over Event Ticketing [Review] by EventMB Studio Team appeared first on [link].

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Unique Photo Experience That Drives Engagement at Events (Sponsored)

BizBash

Forget the traditional photo booth setup that you have seen time and again. Photoboxx creates user-generated content, boosts engagement on social media channels, drives on-site engagement at the event, and creates branded content to be used for future.

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Ridesharing Trends & Statistics: Why Millennials Love Lyft for Events

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Every generation had its signature mode of transportation. In the ’70s, hitchhiking symbolized freedom. The ’80s heralded conspicuous status in the form of Porsches and Beamers. And in the early aughts, the first wave of hybrid vehicles arrived, as the focus shifted to environmental awareness. Today, transportation has gotten even more efficient. Millennials, officially the […].

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The Events Industry is kicking back against homelessness around the globe

Gallus Events

The events industry is built around feeding and housing people. We always make sure their bellies are full and when we host our events we have bedrooms and all manor of accommodation sorted for our attendees. So is there a more apt campaign for the events industry to adopt than to end global homelessness? Up until recently I would have never even DARED to ask the question above, but now as we head through 2019 I can but dream.

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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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How to Foster Inclusion At Events

Endless Events

It’s time for a surprise – and one that tackles inclusion at events! If you’ve been paying attention, you know we already covered IMEX Frankfurt. Both on Event Tech Podcast and #EventIcons , we shared a lot of good stuff from this fantastic conference. However, that simply didn’t cut it for the team of Endless Events! And because we want to share as much useful content with as possible and had so many great interviews, we have a little extra something for you.

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The Anatomy of a Successful Conference Website

SmartMeetings

Conference-goers are a discerning lot. Sure, they’re looking for great content to further their career development—but at a good price. And like 88 percent of savvy consumers today , the first place they’re going to look for more information about your event is online: your event website. But just because a potential attendee finds your conference website doesn’t mean you’re in the clear.

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55 Event Planning Resources From Event Experts

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As a busy event planner, it can be tough to stay up-to-date on event planning best practices and trends. But if you feel like you’re missing out on resources, are trying to solve a specific business challenge, or simply feeling burnt out, you’ve come to the right place. The websites on this list are for […]. The post 55 Event Planning Resources From Event Experts appeared first on Eventbrite US Blog.

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New research reveals pros & cons of investing in event apps

Event Industry News

A new research study has found that engaging attendees is the top reason 81% of organisations are using event apps but difficulties in measuring ROI, low adoption rates and the complexity of launching apps are still limiting efforts. The study also found that despite a 50-75% attendee adoption rate for most event apps, 67% of organisers don’t see any value in using apps once the event is over.

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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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Insider Instagram Tips for Event Creators

Eventbrite UK

With one billion accounts active every month, and 80% of those accounts following businesses, there’s no denying that Instagram is a powerful medium to connect and engage with your audience. When it comes to marketing your event on social media, it’s all about capturing the experience for your audience, even before the event has begun. […]. The post Insider Instagram Tips for Event Creators appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.

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10 Daily Habits to Help You Increase Productivity

SmartMeetings

Is your daily routine leaving you tired and burnt out? Do you find it hard to build up the energy to get even the smallest tasks done? Well, you’re not alone. The job of event professional is consistently rated one of the most stressful after emergency responder and surgeon—a condition that can lead to stagnation. But even the most junior meeting manager knows that nothing gets the blood flowing like crossing things off a checklist.

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#SaveMezzanine and Why Independents Matter

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Last year, Eventbrite helped 795,000 creators host nearly 4 million events across the globe—meaningful and shared experiences that enriched relationships and cultivated a sense of community. Our team is passionate about supporting the creators that produce and host these events, whether it’s offering their time to volunteer at events like those hosted by CUESA, a nonprofit […].

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WeTrack becomes official supplier for Rugby League World Cup 2021

Event Industry News

The Rugby League World Cup (RLWC2021) 2021 has appointed WeTrack, a London-based event planning and project management platform, to assist in the project-planning and risk-management of the event. Though this will be the first time WeTrack has worked with the sport, the event company brings with it a wealth of experience from supplying the likes of the Cricket World Cup, Wimbledon, and Ascot.

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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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How Organizations Build Ties Through Community Service

PCMA Convene

Members of PCMA’s Capital Chapter create dog toys from 146 T-shirts that members donated for the Humane Rescue Alliance. (Courtesy Capital Chapter). As a Washington, D.C., native, Jennifer Bond, CMM, CMP, has always been involved with her community. But when she became chair of the PCMA Capital Chapter’s Community Service Committee for the 2017-2018 term, she was able to take her passion for community service to a new level — which resulted in Bond becoming a national finalist in the Commu

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How to Accommodate Dietary Restrictions

SmartMeetings

Planning a menu for an event can be a hassle, especially in our gluten-free, keto and vegan world. Whether an attendee has a food allergy, is health conscious or stands firmly by their personal or religious beliefs on how food should be prepared, creating a menu that accommodates everyone can be a headache. Luckily, most venues are pretty accommodating to dietary restrictions.

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8 Reasons the Summer Solstice Is Event Planners’ Favorite Holiday

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Between venue visits, sponsorship outreach, and catering tastings, there never seems to be enough hours in a day for event planners. But the longest day of the year — the summer solstice — is almost upon us. There’s something about extra daylight that can make event planners feel more productive. Here are some ways that […]. The post 8 Reasons the Summer Solstice Is Event Planners’ Favorite Holiday appeared first on Eventbrite US Blog.

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Podcast: GL events UK & EIGHT PR discuss ‘The Good Event Guide’

Event Industry News

To record this week’s podcast, the Event Industry News team was invited down to the home of Origin, by Crucial FX, in London to talk to the founder of EIGHT PR, Alistair Turner, and the commercial director at GL events UK, David Tunnicliffe. Here, they chatted to us about their brainchild – The Good Event Guide. Giving us a little overview of what this guide is, David described it as a document put together to offer advice and knowledge to others in the events industry on making sustainable deci

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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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[Webinar] Meeting Wi-Fi Networks: Where Are We Now and Where Are We Going?

MeetingsNet

Webinar live date: July 23, 2019 at 2pm ET / 11am PT. This program has been submitted to the Events Industry Council for CMP Preferred Provider review. For more info on how to get CE credits, click here ! Webinar live date: June 23, 2019 at 2pm ET / 11am PT. Over the past few years, Wi-Fi has become as critical to the event experience as coffee breaks and breakout sessions.

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Cultural Competency 101

SmartMeetings

Culture Day trainees, Residence Inn by Marriott Sunny Isles Beach. Lessons from Marriott International’s immersive cultural training program. According to Seema Jain, director of multicultural affairs for Marriott International, “cultural competence—the ability to view a situation from your perspective and the perspective of others—is a business imperative that allows professionals to solve problems, navigate situations and develop more creative solutions.”.

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Ravi Chalaka’s Guide to Calculating Trade Show ROI

Connect Your Meetings

Trade shows are an important spend in any marketer’s budget. The Center for Exhibition Industry Research found the average company puts more than 30% of their total marketing budget into events and exhibiting. This results in more than $24 billion in spending on trade shows each year in the U.S. Finding a way to measure the success of a trade show is key, but only 30% of exhibitors actually have established goals for their events.