EventMB
OCTOBER 13, 2020
The virtual event revolution is well underway, and it shows no signs of slowing down. Does it mean that they are viable revenue sources? We investigate. When the first signs of what turned out to be the most disastrous moment for the event industry started to surface, many of us thought that we would be […]. The post Virtual Events Need a Better Business Model by Julius Solaris appeared first on [link].
EventMB
OCTOBER 15, 2020
Food and beverage, like many other features of events, will need to be adapted moving forward to ensure compliance with current health and safety guidelines. What will this look like as live events start to resume? The ongoing global pandemic has forced eventprofs to rethink many aspects of events — much of what used to […]. The post How to Approach Food & Beverage at Events During Covid by Victoria Copans appeared first on [link].
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GEVME
OCTOBER 10, 2020
Introduction. Due to the current pandemic, the demand for having hybrid events has increased exponentially. Hybrid events are now slowly gaining the hype as more people are becoming aware of it. And why shouldn’t it? While it is not feasible to host an event for hundreds of people at one location now due to the pandemic, hybrid events now come to an organization’s rescue.
Velvet Chainsaw
OCTOBER 14, 2020
Virtual Expo Truths. Nearly every conference and trade show professional is searching for that perfect virtual platform or pricing model for replacing lost expo revenue. I’ve got bad news for you. Virtual expos will never be able to come close to replacing the revenue generated from your face-to-face expo. Here’s some of our learnings: 1. Corporate Booth.
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OCTOBER 14, 2020
With so many events moving online in the past few months, creators have had to be flexible. Being able to effectively organize and communicate your events is important, but so is choosing the right platform for hosting them. With people all over the world looking to exercise and stay active from the comfort of their […].
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EventMB
OCTOBER 14, 2020
Zoom has launched OnZoom, a virtual event marketplace where events can be hosted. Who is it for and how does it compare to the current event tech market? Here is what you need to know. Zoom has become the go-to software for virtual events largely by accident. A popular live streaming tool, Zoom enjoyed a […]. The post Zoom Steps Into Professional Virtual Events with OnZoom by Dylan Monorchio appeared first on [link].
Eventbrite UK
OCTOBER 14, 2020
With so many events moving online in the past few months, creators have had to be flexible. Being able to effectively organise and communicate your events is important, but so is choosing the right platform for hosting them. With people all over the world looking to exercise and stay active from the comfort of their […]. The post How a Sports Medicine Practice Brought Their Business Online with Eventbrite + Zoom appeared first on Eventbrite UK.
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OCTOBER 13, 2020
2020 has been a challenge, but some people have found success in the midst of a global pandemic. Here, we profile creators who’ve created a successful business during quarantine. Spend a few minutes talking to Vito Rinaldo and his passion for music comes through loud and clear. An avid concert-goer, Rinaldo started following the Dave […].
Endless Events
OCTOBER 12, 2020
New year, new challenges. And boy, has 2020 proved itself to be quite a challenging year! While shifts in consumer behavior have been one of the biggest concerns for marketers over the past few years, never before did event profs have to pay so much attention to it. Patterns of consumption have indeed changed drastically when compared to a pre-social media world.
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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
Event Industry News
OCTOBER 15, 2020
By Marco Giberti , Founder and CEO of Vesuvio Ventures. What do Google, Amazon, Facebook, Microsoft, Spotify, Zoom and Airbnb have in common these days? Well, in some way or the other, all of them are experimenting with Virtual Events Experiences. After decades of almost ignoring virtual events, it seems that now many of the big tech guys have begun paying attention.
Eventbrite UK
OCTOBER 13, 2020
As COVID-19 has forced us into our homes and out of event spaces, we’ve gotten used to a new normal. Zoom and Facetime have replaced our dinner parties and yoga classes, and while we’ve all felt some growing pains while adjusting, it turns out that online events actually have some benefits. We asked our event […]. The post How to Make Your Online Event Attendees Happy, According to Attendees Themselves appeared first on Eventbrite UK.
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OCTOBER 13, 2020
As COVID-19 has forced us into our homes and out of event spaces, we’ve gotten used to a new normal. Zoom and Facetime have replaced our dinner parties and yoga classes, and while we’ve all felt some growing pains while adjusting, it turns out that online events actually have some benefits. We asked our event […].
EventSource
OCTOBER 16, 2020
As we head into the colder months, the last thing most of us want to do is leave the warmth of our house. If you are planning your wedding during a month that is typically a little chilly, you may be wondering how to make your wedding extra cozy so your guests are more likely the put on their dancing shoes and come celebrate with you. Here are some tips on creating an ultra cozy wedding!
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Event Industry News
OCTOBER 14, 2020
A swathe of Bristol’s event industry, including representatives from Upfest, Richmond Event Management, St Pauls Carnival, Crosstown Concerts, Prestige Events and 24 Carrot Catering, gathered on Monday 12 October to welcome the #WeMakeEvents’ Survival Tour cycle team rode into the city. Utopium and Evans Audio and Staging, supported by Five Star Crew, lit venues in red to welcome the riders as they dropped in on other venues in the city including Thekla, the Louisiana, the Hippodrome, Ashton Gat
Eventinterface
OCTOBER 16, 2020
Being in charge of organizing a business event can be daunting. You will have to multitask various elements of event planning, while ensuring that you stick with your available budget. Luckily, there are many ways to reduce planning stress and ensure that you achieve your event objectives. Here are four tips for planning a successful business event. 1.
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OCTOBER 12, 2020
Even though we’re living through a global pandemic, people are hungry to connect, and they’re taking to Eventbrite to search for and discover a variety of events each week. We’re always intrigued by what we find. Here’s a look at what consumers across the U.S. searched for on Eventbrite last week (between Oct. 2 – […].
Oveit
OCTOBER 14, 2020
His first business started after he returned from World War I, in the post-war recession. It began in a small office in Kansas City overrun with mice. He didn’t find them all that troublesome. “One of them was my particular friend” he said. The post This guy built an $130 billion business in a recession. You can too. appeared first on Oveit.com.
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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.
Event Industry News
OCTOBER 14, 2020
While the events industry has gained support in Parliament following today’s Westminster Hall debate secured by Owen Thompson MP (Tuesday 13 th October), and the appeal by The British Event Industry Coalition (The BEIC) to endorse the empowerment of event industry professionals to provide COVID compliant events is gathering momentum; suppliers of the private life-cycle events sector are still being disregarded, namely small business owners, sole traders and freelancers who are not “employed” by
ePly
OCTOBER 14, 2020
When planning an in-person or virtual event, attendee engagement should always be top-of-mind. Any activities you plan should be a little bit strategic, moving you closer to the goal for hosting the event in the first place — that said, you want to make them FUN of course! One easy way to engage your attendees is leaning into any timely holidays or traditions.
EventSource
OCTOBER 13, 2020
Erica and Rob’s big day is the picture of rustic elegance. Together with the help of the brilliant team at Sparkle and Twine Event Planning , Erica and Rob planned their barn wedding from where they currently live in Alberta. Since the early part of their relationship was spent in Crystal Beach, ON, hosting their wedding at the stunning Maple Meadows Farm was a sweet nod to their courtship.
MeetingsNet
OCTOBER 16, 2020
With the return of in-person events in mind, some DMOs are tapping intellectual resources from hometown companies, universities, and institutions to lure more groups. While the Covid-19 pandemic ripped most business events from the calendars of hotels and convention centers, some destinations have been using the downtime to sharpen their competitive advantage and become better able to deliver the most value to meeting groups when in-person events return.
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Event Industry News
OCTOBER 14, 2020
2Heads Global Design , the UK’s leading independent experiential brand marketing agency have been synonymous with innovation and experience design for nearly 40 years. Renowned for creating world class experiential marketing solutions that merge the limits of live and online, 2Heads were nominated in four categories at this years Event Technology awards on the agency’s debut year of entering.
PCMA Convene
OCTOBER 12, 2020
The founder of a speakers bureau recently shared with Convene what event organizers need to keep in mind when working with presenters at online events. At an in-person event, you can feel the energy in the room when a speaker on stage is commanding the attention of the entire audience. That’s very different from how virtual event attendees are now experiencing speakers — via a small screen.
EventSource
OCTOBER 15, 2020
Aileen and Dave’s artistic wedding is everything that glam, colourful, and eclectic dreams are made of. Co-created with the design team at Fleur Weddings , the couple’s wedding at the The Arlington Estate had an upscale yet playful and artistic vibe with tons of flair and personality that was nothing short of spectacular. Thankfully the talented lens of AGI Studio was on hand to capture each memorable moment.
Special Events
OCTOBER 11, 2020
It's important to take from the experiences and lessons learned by other event organizers that have already gone virtual during the pandemic.
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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!
Eventsforce
OCTOBER 12, 2020
Need tips on running successful virtual events? In your inbox, every week. . Audience polling has been around for a while, but it’s only recently that more and more organisations have understood its effectiveness in engaging attendees and improving the overall performance of an event. Yet getting polling right isn’t always easy. And many struggle on implementing polls that successfully engage attendees, increase participation and give organisers the insights they need.
PCMA Convene
OCTOBER 13, 2020
Sarah Michel (left), Velvet Chainsaw’s vice president of professional connexity, moderates a webinar featuring Alicia Aebersold (right) and Jodi Ashcraft from the American Psychological Association. Webinar participants discussed the APA’s online convention. Like many other organizations, the American Psychological Association (APA) quickly switched its in-person 2020 annual convention to an entirely virtual event because of COVID-19.
Event Industry News
OCTOBER 16, 2020
Steven Charles Rooney (52) received an 11-year ban, which is effective from 18 October 2020, while his wife, Linn Rooney (40), was previously disqualified for 6 years. Husband and wife are banned from acting as directors or directly or indirectly becoming involved, without the permission of the court, in the promotion, formation or management of a company.
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