Event Farm

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

How do you hook the attention of your audience, build their excitement for your event, and design an event experience that exceeds their expectations while delivering the business outcomes you seek? Yes, you can do it all. Our in-house event experience technologist, Ryan Costello, co-founder of Event Farm and Chief Strategy Officer at MemberSuite, shared his trusted technique in our recent webinar: Crafting the Event Experience – Part 2: Experience Mapping.

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GEVME

NOVEMBER 25, 2021

Virtual events are great avenues for making connections, strengthening the brand, increasing company revenue or generating leads when it’s not always feasible to bring people together in the same space. And as the world rapidly shifted to digital in the wake of the global pandemic, virtual events have become increasingly popular, making it the default format for many of today’s conferences and meetings.

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NOVEMBER 23, 2021

Brick-and-mortar retailers have a key advantage over point-and-click shopping: there’s an actual space to bring people together. As a retailer, having a physical store gives you access to customers who share an interest in your store’s products. This connection is just waiting to grow. Creating in-store events is a great way to both bring your […].

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EventMB

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

The first in our four-part series of recordings from the Event Innovation Lab at IMEX America, this post will share expert insights on hybrid event execution. Learn what trends will shape the industry, how venues can help address today’s top challenges, and how to confront the lies we tell ourselves about hybrid events. Not just […]. The post The Formula for Making Hybrid Events a Success by Lori Cioffi appeared first on [link].

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Expo Pass

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

Thanksgiving is here, and we can’t stop thinking about food. So in honor of that, we figured this was a good time to talk about the best foods for events right now. A lot has changed in terms of how attendees eat. Buffets are out, and individual bento boxes are in. Non-alcoholic beer is having a moment; same with cannabis catering. And the entire culinary world has had to rebuild from having a full stop in 2020.

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NOVEMBER 23, 2021

Planning a Christmas festival is a great way to boost your brand, but since Christmas falls during an event-heavy time of the year, it’s important to make sure that your event stands out. Events during the winter holidays are the perfect way to take advantage of the festive spirit and create a memorable experience that attendees will […].

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EventMB

NOVEMBER 26, 2021

The second in our four-part series of recordings from the Event Innovation Lab at IMEX America, this post will share expert insights on experiential and hybrid event design. Explore how event design can positively impact the event experience by creating unique moments of engagement and learn how event tech platforms are supporting future-focused event strategies. […].

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

We’ve said time and time again that the events industry is changed forever. The pandemic normalized virtual events and accelerated the adoption of various event tech solutions. Some might even say that the event tech evolved more since March 2020 than in the entire decade before that! Additionally, hybrid events have established themselves as the way of the future.

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Event Marketer

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

Insights on leveraging technology to elevate live and virtual main stage presentations. The general stage experience is a moment in a show that sets the tone for the event, that spotlights leadership rock stars and conveys messaging that leaves attendees with a clear roadmap for the event and the brand. Through the rise of LED and livestreaming, how these stages are designed and operate is evolving rapidly.

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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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SmartMeetings

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

(That you probably should stop doing in person, too) habits. Early on in the Covid-19 pandemic, I found myself emphasizing over and over to planners that they didn’t have to throw out the rulebook when it came to taking their events online. There were a lot of experienced in-person event planners who felt completely out of their element, and it was important to remind them of the incredible wealth of experience they brought to the table.

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EventMB

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

Conference Compass is a customizable hybrid event platform with a comprehensive set of features including built-in live streaming, multi-track agendas, multi-level floor plans, advanced CRM integration, gamification, and lead capture. Conference Compass: What Is It? Conference Compass is a hybrid event platform with built-in live-streaming capabilities delivered through a customizable web platform and mobile app. […].

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

Back in the summer, the Einsteins of Events put out an extensive guide to hybrid events. Generally speaking, they come in all kinds of shapes and sizes, but we’ve summed various hybrid experiences into four basic models: the Star, the Moon, the Planet, and the Satellite. Each of them has its own set of pros, cons, and venue considerations. But today, we’re focusing on one particular venue: the Star’s hybrid studio. .

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Event Industry News

NOVEMBER 26, 2021

This year’s Event Technology Awards saw TicketCo win gongs for Best Sales Technology and Best Pivot from Physical to Virtual. The hybrid event platform is now offering integration partners the opportunity to collaborate. “The award for Best Payment Technology is a huge recognition of the continuous innovation in our product since TicketCo’s inception.

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Eventbrite UK

NOVEMBER 26, 2021

Holiday event planning is a huge part of most creators’ responsibilities and often dictates the way you plan your events throughout the year. There’s a lot of competition around the festive season especially, which means it’s important for your event to stand out from the rest. In the past few years, we’ve seen a focus […]. The post Holiday Event Planning: Your Ultimate Guide appeared first on Eventbrite UK.

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EventMB

NOVEMBER 25, 2021

Event planning has always been stressful. But with the challenges of the pandemic, event professionals are now experiencing more feelings of self-doubt, leading to growing concerns about imposter syndrome. Fortunately, planners are not alone, and there are ways to cope. Recently, mental health within the event industry has been in the spotlight, and for a […].

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

After years of travel-banned holidays, we know you’re headed far out to your favorite corners of cities, woods and bluffs. But even with travel restrictions loosened, testing requirements and Covid-related rules still can make travel tricky. Not having the right documents could cost you your long-anticipated trip. And getting a Covid test with a reasonable turnaround time and accurate result should not be laborious, especially at this point.

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Event Industry News

NOVEMBER 25, 2021

In winning Best Hybrid Event Platform/Production over 1,000 Attendees at the November 2021 Event Tech Live Awards, Digitell, Inc. was recognized for its consistent high quality content delivery to remote attendees. Jim Parker, Founder & CEO, could not be more proud of his team; “the level of expertise and dedication we bring to delivering flawless hybrid and virtual events is unparalleled in the industry; it is what helps Digitell be a stand-out in the now-crowded field of digital suppliers,

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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.

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NOVEMBER 24, 2021

Sam Lippman shares his five event trends in five minutes during the Nov. 3 Exhibition & Convention Executives Forum at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Arlington, Virginia. (Chris Ferenzi Photography). While the 20th edition of the Exhibition & Convention Executives Forum (ECEF) , held Nov. 3 at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Arlington, Virginia, looked very different than previous versions, it was kicked off with a rapid-fire session that has been a mainstay of the event over the years: Organizer

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InitLive

NOVEMBER 25, 2021

A convention can be an exciting event that brings together like-minded individuals to explore an important topic or participate in activities that appeal to a special interest. However, these events are no easy feat to pull off. Convention planning requires major efforts to pull together a valuable, worthwhile experience for a broad audience. Whether you’re a nonprofit event planner , association membership manager, event director, or convention planner, this guide will help you plan the most ef

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

Denver and Phoenix lead the way in the resurgence of business travel and meetings in the United States. That’s according to predictive data company Adara , which reports that both those Western cities are down only 29 percent for business trips booked in the last two months as compared to same period in 2019. Los Angeles and Atlanta are next in the Top 10, each down 35 percent as compared to 2019.

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Event Industry News

NOVEMBER 25, 2021

Recognising innovation and excellence within the event sector supply chain, The Event Supplier and Services Association (ESSA) has announced the shortlist for its prestigious annual awards ceremony. Returning for the first time since 2019, to mark what has been an incredibly challenging 24-month period for the events sector, and to recognise the exceptional work done by its members during this time, this year sees the introduction of new awards categories.

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EventSource

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

Every bride wants glowing skin leading up to their big day. This is why it’s important to start your wedding skincare routine pretty much as soon as you’re engaged. Yes, your wedding skincare routine is another “to do” on your “I do” list, but this one is decidedly more relaxing and exciting than, say, figuring out if you should invite your third cousin twice removed.

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Stova

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

We all know the line about humans having a shorter attention span than goldfish. Pre-pandemic, that attention span was only 8 seconds—and it’s not a stretch to hypothesize that it’s diminished even further since 2020.

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Eventsforce

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

Want the lowdown on all things event tech? In your inbox, every week. . In this month’s round up of top event tech stories, we look at a new registration and ticketing platform that is set to transform the way organizers manage groups at meetings and events today. We also have some interesting updates like Facebook’s new set of community engagement tools and Zoom’s expanded features for virtual conferences.

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Event Industry News

NOVEMBER 26, 2021

IBTM World has announced the results of its bespoke appointment matching process, achieving the same average number of appointments per Hosted Buyer and exhibitor as in 2019. IBTM World 2021 is taking place from 30 November to 2 December at Fira Barcelona. Furthermore, latest figures show that over 42% of Hosted Buyers so far confirmed are new to the IBTM portfolio, giving exhibitors more opportunities to do business with completely new contacts, and 95% of them will attend IBTM World for the wh

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Showclix

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

When it comes to effective event marketing, there’s no audience segment more likely to convert than your loyal customers. That’s where digital remarketing tactics come into play. By targeting your efforts toward those who’ve attended one or more of your events in the past, you’ll be connecting with an audience who’s already familiar with your brand and interested in what your event has to offer.

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Eventbrite UK

NOVEMBER 25, 2021

As a creator, you plan multiple holiday-related events throughout the year, and you probably have an idea of how to organise a New Year’s Eve party. Once the rush of Christmas, Hannukah, and other winter-holiday celebrations wears off, everyone starts thinking about how they’re going to spend the very last night of the year. Potential […].

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NOVEMBER 25, 2021

Back when it was sunny and perfect in Paris, we had the chance to speak with Swapcard’s CTO Ronan Guiho. He sat down with Mia Masson, Swapcard’s Head of Content, to talk about his six-year journey with the company.

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