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Why experiential learning is superior to every other kind

Conferences that Work

Why is experiential learning superior to every other kind? In a word: feedback. Jerry Weinberg explains simply and concisely. “Why is reading or writing something different from doing something? First consider reading. Reading is (usually) a solitary activity, with no feedback. Without feedback, there’s no check on what you believe you’re learning.

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How to Use Experiential Marketing to Reach Millennials (Hint: You're Overthinking It)

Event Farm

Marketers seem puzzled by how to effectively market to millennials—or, at the very least, people are telling them they should be confused. Forbes recently published an article with the headline: " Reaching the Unreachable: How Experiential Marketing Targets Brand-Savvy Millennials." As a millennial myself, I don't agree that we're unreachable, but I do agree with a basic tenant of the article: that millennials have conditioned ourselves to ignore traditional forms of advertising—even online ads—

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25 Fun, Fresh Ideas to Step Up Your Trade Show Game

EventMB

Trade shows needn’t be all business. The trade show portion of your event is likely a large portion of your revenue. It’s time to level up your trade show game for more return and greater engagement. If your trade show involves people strolling up and down aisles past booths with no meaningful direction to what […]. The post 25 Fun, Fresh Ideas to Step Up Your Trade Show Game by EventMB Team appeared first on [link].

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What You Need to Know About Attracting Influencers to Events

BizBash

Influencer marketing is a concept that has been around a long time—think back to athletes on cereal boxes or celebrities.

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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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Event Tech Success Series: Engage the Internet

Quickmobile

In the first installment of this ongoing blog series, we are going to cover some extraordinary ideas that you can use in your events for low cost and with your existing event tech. They are based on the events we have seen over the years, and these ideas will work with any type of event whether it is not-for-profits, associations, tradeshows or corporate events.

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Tech That Will Interest Event Planners from the Apple Launch

EventMB

Apple is taking further steps in carving the future of technology with the launch of three new iPhones. From facial recognition to AR, here are some of the key features and what they could mean for event professionals. On Tuesday, Apple Inc. Chief Executive Officer Tim Cook took to the stage for the first time […]. The post Tech That Will Interest Event Planners from the Apple Launch by EventMB Team appeared first on [link].

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5 Innovative Team Building Events to Host for Clients

Social Tables

Have you been tasked with planning team building events this year? What are the criteria needed to make the activities truly impactful, not only in the moment but in the weeks and months that follow? Here are five team building events that you can plan for your clients. Team building activities have to be impactful in the moment and after the event is over.

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25 Ideas from Event Apps We Loved [SlideShare]

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Subscribe to the blog to stay up to date on event tech trends and best practices, or contact us to see how event apps can support your next event. Because event apps have pretty much become a staple , it can be pretty difficult to make one that stands out. Beyond making sure that your event app supports your event strategy , it can feel like there’s not much else you can do with it.

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5 Top Tools for Lead Capture at Events

Eventbrite UK

Providing a great lead capture tool could help persuade exhibitors to sign on the dotted line of your exhibition or trade show. Here are 5 of the best. The post 5 Top Tools for Lead Capture at Events appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.

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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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Venue Contract Negotiations: A Primer for Eventprofs

EventMB

Are you negotiating a venue contract for the first time or need a refresher on getting a better deal? Here’s what you need to know. Negotiating is something you either love or hate. You enjoy the thrill of the hunt or you wish the “money talk” never had to happen. But while you may get […]. The post Venue Contract Negotiations: A Primer for Eventprofs by EventMB Team appeared first on [link].

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How to Get Event Sponsors Your Attendees Will Love

Social Tables

We’re living in a world where attendees are inundated with millions of brands and marketing initiatives, event planners and companies. You’re searching for the formula of how to get event sponsors that will positively resonate with your attendees. In order for people to perceive value, you need to create value. And in order to do so, here are the three crucial parties to consider: 1) you, 2) your audience, and 3) the sponsors you’re targeting.

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11 Innovative Ways to Use Visual Note-Taking at Meetings and Events

BizBash

Visual note-taking, also known as graphic recording, is a process of representing ideas with drawings. Not only does it create.

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How to Solve any Event Problem

Eventbrite UK

No matter how experienced you are, things go wrong and problems appear. Learn how to use simple and effective problem solving methods for event planners. The post How to Solve any Event Problem appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.

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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 Get Your Event Clients to Think Bigger

EventMB

Are your clients in love with balloon sculptures and other out-of-date event trends? Want to bring them into this century and help them see all that their event could become? We have a few tips for you to assist your clients in thinking big. Event planners think big. It’s often only our budgets that rein […]. The post How to Get Your Event Clients to Think Bigger by EventMB Team appeared first on [link].

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How to Start Your Event Business While Working a Day Job

Event Planning BluePrint

** Swearing Heads Up! If you have little ones around, put your headset on! Hey Event Planners, Melanie here from [link]. Welcome to Facebook Live. Today, we’re alking about how to get your event planning business started if you’re working a day job. If this is you, if you’re working a day job, working the Monday – Friday 9-5 grind, but you want to start your event business or maybe you’ve started but it’s just not going the way you want it to go, this is for y

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How Some Planners Are Using Events to Bring Divided Communities Together

BizBash

A few weeks ago, much of the U.S. gathered to witness a rare, awe-inspiring moment: the total solar eclipse. It’s.

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Get to Know Your Event’s Most Valuable Attendee

Eventbrite UK

Your most valuable attendees are the key drivers to your success. Identify them and you'll have more repeat business and increase profit margins. The post Get to Know Your Event’s Most Valuable Attendee appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.

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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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19 Creative Event Signage Ideas

EventMB

Provide a variety of visuals and attract attention in equal measure with these event signage ideas. Whether it is to welcome your attendees, for marketing and sponsorship purposes or brand recognition at a trade show or exhibition, event signage gives your event a clean and organised feel, letting the attendees know they are in good […]. The post 19 Creative Event Signage Ideas by EventMB Team appeared first on [link].

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6 Things to Keep in Mind When Sourcing Event Entertainment

Social Tables

From themes and budgets to guests and parking, every event planner knows how much time and money goes into creating a unique experience. And one thing that can truly make or break an event is the live entertainment. Follow the points below to learn how to source the right event entertainment and the things to consider when doing so. The entertainment you select can make or break your event.

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How Hurricane Irma Is Affecting Events in Florida

BizBash

Government leaders and tourism officials in Florida are assessing damage from Hurricane Irma, which made a devastating trip up the.

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Bournemouth 7s celebrate best year to-date after moving to Eventbrite

Eventbrite UK

Bournemouth 7s have gone from strength to strength and experienced their best year to date after moving to Eventbrite. Find out why in this case study. The post Bournemouth 7s celebrate best year to-date after moving to Eventbrite appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.

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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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Everything You Need to Know About Winning Event Inquiries

EventMB

Are you struggling with all the moving parts behind making multiple vendor inquiries for your events? Here are the things that you need to cover to communicate effectively and efficiently to get the information and prices you need, first time. If you talk to venues and vendors about the kinds of business inquiries they receive […]. The post Everything You Need to Know About Winning Event Inquiries by Christina Green appeared first on [link].

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Behind the Scenes at Henley Festival 2017

Event Industry News

With this year’s Henley Festival marking the 34th anniversary, the Event Industry News crew caught up with Production Manager, John Harris and Artistic Director, Stewart Collins to find out how it’s made. The post Behind the Scenes at Henley Festival 2017 appeared first on Event Industry News.

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Halloween Inspiration: 9 Spooky Ideas From the 'It' Movie Premiere

BizBash

It’s the movie that launched a thousand clown phobias. Stephen King’s classic horror film It has been remade for a new.

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5 Ways to Use Snapchat Spectacles at Your Event

Eventbrite UK

With Snapchat Spectacles now available in Europe, the possibilities for event organisers are exciting. Here’s a look the best uses so far…. The post 5 Ways to Use Snapchat Spectacles at Your Event appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.

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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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Things Event Planners Have Done But Don’t Talk About

EventMB

Event planners wear many hats and because of this, they have to juggle lots of responsibilities. Sometimes those responsibilities require swift and decisive action and complete discreteness. What happens with event pros, stays with event pros… until now. What’s your dirty, little event professional secret? Come on, we all have one. In some cases, the […].

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How to Market a Venue: 4 Lessons in Brand Awareness for Venues

Social Tables

You might be seeing increased competition from the new venue down the street. Or you have state of the art venue amenities and are wondering how to book more events business in the near future. Whatever the case may be for you and your venue, we have the low-down on how to market a venue. Here are our four lessons (and actions you can take) on brand awareness for venues.

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How This Food Event Avoided Boring Design

BizBash

Many food events designed to highlight dishes from restaurants tend to stick to a formula that isn't too exciting: Chefs.