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New Sustainable Event Management (2018 Edition): A Free Guide to Better Green Meetings

EventMB

An event can’t be cost-effective, sustainable and still decent. Surely something has got to give? WRONG. This myth has been plaguing event professionals for years making it seem like it’s an impossible feat to host amazing events and reduce the impact on the environment. We have set out to show you that this isn’t true, […]. The post New Sustainable Event Management (2018 Edition): A Free Guide to Better Green Meetings by EventMB Team appeared first on [link].

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Scotland’s first-ever homeless hackathon

Gallus Events

Press Release. Glasgow to host Scotland’s first-ever “Homeless Hackathon”. A major homeless hackathon will take place in Glasgow across the weekend of 13 th – 15 th April, designed to find practical ways of tackling the homeless situation in Scotland’s major cities. Scotland’s first-ever “Homeless Hackathon” will aim to be a spark for innovative solutions including apps, websites and other digital platforms.

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Adrian Segar Speaker Tips Interview

Conferences that Work

After a one-day Participate! workshop for Dutch professional moderators, I was interviewed by Otto Wijnen about speaker and presentation tips for making presentations more effective by incorporating active learning. Apart from a brief introduction and closing in Dutch, the 13-minute interview is in English. Read the full article at Conferences That Work Related posts: Participate!

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5 Corporate Event Themes for Unforgettable Company Parties

Social Tables

When choosing a party theme for company get-togethers, corporate planners need to make sure that the theme is relevant and fun. But most importantly, they need to make sure it’s something that’s appropriate for the event, setting, and company culture. In the following, we’ll cover a list of some entertaining and versatile corporate event themes that are a safe fit for just about any company.

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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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99 Resources to Get into Event Planning (Updated 2018)

EventMB

Breaking into event planning with little to no experience can be a challenge. And it’s REALLY hard to get experience if no one will hire you. Or is it? Hey, I’ve been there. I know the challenges. But they can be overcome with a few tactics, tools, and strategies. In this article, we’ll navigate this […]. The post 99 Resources to Get into Event Planning (Updated 2018) by Julius Solaris appeared first on [link].

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Homeless Events That End Homelessness

Gallus Events

It can become easy to be detached from the good in life. When you are tirelessly working away, without getting much credit, perhaps running another boring conference or an exhibition where no one seems happy to be there, it is easy to forget the amazing power of getting people together to share an experience. So it’s great to be reminded what potential and power we event organisers have.

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The Complete Guide to Instagram for Events

Eventbrite UK

Beyond brand awareness, Instagram can be used for ticket sales. This complete guide covers all you need to know to turn your profile into a revenue source. The post The Complete Guide to Instagram for Events appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.

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How Events Change Lives: AfrikaBurn Legacy [Case Study]

EventMB

This is a case study from IMEX Group. More information about Event Manager Blog’s case studies. Do you believe in the butterfly effect, in which a small change can have epic consequences for your event? Well, if you don’t, here’s a story about a humble, almost run-of-the-mill encounter that becomes a transformative event, the legacy of which […].

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New York's Top 100 Events 2018

BizBash

New York City’s event calendar buzzes with activity, from black-tie benefits to world-class parades to major trade shows and conventions.

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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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How to Evaluate Conferences as a Potential Sponsor

Event Geek

Ask These 5 Key Questions Before You Commit. Sponsoring industry conferences and exhibiting at trade shows can be great marketing strategies when done right. But every industry has hundreds of events per year and you have a limited marketing budget. and you need to sleep! So how do you choose which events to sponsor? And, once you've narrowed down the field, what are the dealbreakers you need to consider?

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Cinema For All: Community Cinema’s Best Friend

Eventbrite UK

Cinema for All is at the forefront of UK volunteer-led community cinema and film societies. Find out how they can help you plan your cinema event. The post Cinema For All: Community Cinema’s Best Friend appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.

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The Evolution of Meeting Destinations

EventMB

This is a sponsored post written by The Hague Convention Bureau. Cities are constantly changing, offering event planners new and exciting opportunities to host memorable events. Urban development is unlocking the potential of unique and alternative event venues in destinations worldwide. Over the past decades, many metropolitan areas have gone through extensive and rapid change, […].

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N.B.A. All-Star Weekend 2018: 22 Creative Ways Brands Celebrated Basketball's Best

BizBash

This year, the 67th N.B.A. All-Star Game came to Los Angeles for the sixth time, bringing with it a busy.

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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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Boost Event Engagement Through AV Design, and Event Tech

Endless Events

Event AV design isn’t just about adding color and music to your events. It also involves creating a unique experience that attendees will never forget. For instance, could you give a one-of-a-kind travel experience to your audience without them leaving their seats? That’s what one Grammy pre-event party just did using event AV design, as you can read below.

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Increase Ticket Sales with a Smoother Checkout

Eventbrite UK

How do you create the seamless customer journey that gets your ticket buyers to the checkout quickly and efficiently? We have some tips! The post Increase Ticket Sales with a Smoother Checkout appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.

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New Meetings Mean Business Study Shows Industry Contributes $446 Billion to GDP

SmartMeetings

What industry creates more jobs in the United States than auto manufacturing, chemical manufacturing (including pharmaceuticals), and oil and gas? As an event professional, you know intuitively that it is the event industry. A new study by Tourism Economics (a division of Oxford Economics) for the Events Industry Council and Meetings Mean Business Coalition showed that bringing people together for face-to-face meetings has massive impacts on everything from direct spending at venues to indirect

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Experience Atlantic City

BizBash

Planning a conference, convention, meeting, or other event? Experience Atlantic City—a new kind of meeting destination. With event venues galore.

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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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Data-driven Tips for Using Email Marketing to Promote Events

Endless Events

If you’re looking for a powerhouse way to engage your customers, generate leads, and build your brand, then hosting a series of killer events is the way to go. And, a majority of marketers agree. In fact, 83% of B2B marketers are heavily interested in events, and 80% of marketers believe events and event marketing are critical to their company’s success.

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2018 Pop-up Festival Trends

Eventbrite UK

Eventbrite UK's Head of Festivals talks us through the current trends that all aspiring pop-up event creators should be aware of when planning for 2018. The post 2018 Pop-up Festival Trends appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.

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10 Ways to Create Captivating Physician Conferences

Evenium

When you’re hosting a medical conference or training session, the focus should be on facilitating learning and promoting connections among participants. You want to present cutting-edge medical information in a way that improves retention and inspires those present to explore more or share their experiences. Medical professionals are used to hands-on, experiential learning.

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See Chobani's Giant Virtual Fruit Tree

BizBash

To celebrate its 10th anniversary this year, yogurt brand Chobani recently launched a new campaign called “One For All,” with.

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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 to Engage Millennial Attendees

PCMA Convene

The NCRI Cancer Conference; photo Simon Callaghan Photography. The results of a new study by Cancer Research UK underscore how millennials favor social media and online messaging over face-to-face conversations. Just over one-third of respondents aged 18-24 said that they felt more comfortable speaking to people they didn’t know face-to-face versus chatting online, compared to more than two-thirds of those aged 55 and over.

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HQartist announces UK launch of its collaboration tool for the live music industry

Event Industry News

HQartist launches into the UK market today transforming the booking process for the live music industry. The browser-based platform which simplifies the management of music events for venues, artists, managers, bookers and promoters, allowing them all to securely draft and sign contracts, make payments and book venues across borders. The post HQartist announces UK launch of its collaboration tool for the live music industry appeared first on Event Industry News.

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The shift towards experiential marketing

Oveit

It’s one thing to imagine that you are driving a sports car, it’s another to actually be behind wheel and hear the purring engine. It’s one thing to watch a billboard that invites you to visit the Canary Islands, it’s another to feel the sun comforting your skin. It’s one thing to see an online ad and it’s totally different to FEEL the benefits a product can give you.“…Involve me and I learn”, Benjamin Franklin’s quote can be adapted to the experiential marketing scene. “

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Bring Your Group Together With Bikes

BizBash

"If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together." – African proverb 718 Cyclery.

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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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9 Great Hotel Fitness Facilities to Break a Sweat

SmartMeetings

When planning an event, it’s important to avoid disrupting the everyday routines of your attendees. While it’s tempting to fill every minute of the day, keeping attendees’ health and fitness in mind is necessary. If you don’t do so, you risk burnout and restlessness , which no meeting planner wants during an event. So, when choosing your destination, consider a hotel with space for attendees’ daily workouts.

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SXSW 2018 sessions event marketers won’t want to miss

Eventbase

SXSW is less than a month away, and if you’re anything like our team, you’re already planning your session schedule. It’s our 8th year of powering the SXSW Go mobile app, and we’re excited to hit Austin once again. The massive event hosts over 6,000 sessions in 24 different programming tracks , plus thousands of events, parties and live performances, making organizing your perfect schedule a bit overwhelming.

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Instagram For Event planners – banned hashtags 2018

Meeting Application

In a world dominated by technology and social media it can be hard to pull people away from their screens and engage them during events. That’s why an event application is so eagerly used and brings a lot of benefits not only for the participants themselves but also for the organizers. At Meeting Application we strive to break the stereotype that most events are tedious and generic by providing event organizers with event-tech that amazes guests and has them raving all about it in the offi

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