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NOVEMBER 3, 2021
Take an elevator up three floors in Fort Greene, Brooklyn, and you’re inside UrbanGlass, one of the coolest glass studios in the world. At over 17,000 square feet, it’s enormous, and its shops are arranged into a circle, each open door emanating light, heat, and the noise of craftspeople. In the Cold Shop, artists wearing […].
Velvet Chainsaw
NOVEMBER 2, 2021
Since the pandemic moved our event cheese, industry experts have been quick to proclaim that meetings are forever changed and hybrid is here to stay. If only it was that easy! Event organizers are quickly realizing that hybrid isn’t cheap and it requires a lot more work. While hybrid can improve reach, it does not necessarily serve your top customers.
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Conferences that Work
NOVEMBER 1, 2021
I do not have a magnetic personality. I would never have been cast as the lead in the classic ad series “ When E.F. Hutton talks, people listen “ Yes, I’m a recovering academic, so I love to talk. But that doesn’t mean that people always hear me. And that can occasionally be a problem when I’m facilitating group work. Ultimately, as we’ll see, it’s a good problem to have.
EventMB
NOVEMBER 3, 2021
Meeting and event planners will be converging on Las Vegas for IMEX America in less than a week, and EventMB will be there. As IMEX’s official tech media partner, we’re here to give you the scoop on what not to miss. IMEX America 2021 marks the landmark exhibition’s first onsite event in more than two […]. The post 7 Big Reasons Not to Miss IMEX This Year by Angela Tupper appeared first on [link].
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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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NOVEMBER 1, 2021
Technology continues to transform the way we conduct our lives, and one result is the rise of hybrid meetings — that is, meetings that include people attending both in-person and remotely. As business becomes more global and as more companies offer employees the chance to work from home, it’s becoming increasingly important to be able […].
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Gallus Events
NOVEMBER 5, 2021
COP 26 Glasgow fails to punch above its weight. From creaking infrastructure to meat feast sandwiches Glasgow’s hosting of COP 26 tells us a lot about the long journey ahead of us as we move to a more diverse, resilient, sustainable world. Glasgow is Scotland’s biggest city. The conurbation of the old “second city of the empire” is home to over one and a half million people but it has been swamped by the 26th Conference of the Parties (COP 26).
EventMB
OCTOBER 31, 2021
Meeting planning has always been a pressure-cooker of a job, but the challenges of the pandemic may be creating a mental health crisis for many event professionals. Getting mental health support is crucial, but where and how can event professionals get it? Even before the pandemic, event planning was considered one of the world’s most […]. The post How the Event Industry Is Meeting a Growing Mental Health Crisis by Maria Lenhart appeared first on [link].
Picatic by Eventbrite
NOVEMBER 2, 2021
A grand opening isn’t just any other event — it’s your only chance at a first impression. Here are grand opening ideas to jumpstart your business.
Eventbrite UK
NOVEMBER 2, 2021
Even though in-person events are continuing to gain popularity, it’s clear that virtual events are here to stay, with many creators looking for hybrid event ideas that will let them capture both in-person and online audiences. You can provide the best of both worlds – live and virtual – in one event to best meet […]. The post Event Success Showcase: Hybrid Events Examples appeared first on Eventbrite UK.
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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
Expo Pass
NOVEMBER 3, 2021
Sales teams have worked wonders this year. They leaned into virtual, hybrid, and anything they could to close the deal. But rewarding all that ingenuity with an in-person sales kickoff (SKO) hasn’t been in the cards lately. . That all changes in 2022. With the advances we’ve made in meeting safely, hybrid technologies, and our general understanding of ways to get together, in-person SKOs are back on the table.
EventMB
NOVEMBER 2, 2021
The term “hybrid” is now commonly used to describe event formats that combine in-person and virtual experiences. While the concept of a hybrid event may be familiar, it raises an important question: Is there such a thing as a hybrid attendee? Hybrid events were a hot topic at EventMB’s recent Experience Design Summit, and many […]. The post Why Event Planners Can’t Afford to Overlook Hybrid Attendees by Angela Tupper appeared first on [link].
Picatic by Eventbrite
NOVEMBER 1, 2021
Come December, consumers are overwhelmed with sales pitches. Make your event marketing stand out this holiday season with these creative ideas.
Eventbrite UK
NOVEMBER 1, 2021
Technology continues to transform the way we conduct our lives, and one result is the rise of hybrid meetings — that is, meetings that include people attending both in-person and remotely. As business becomes more global and as more companies offer employees the chance to work from home, it’s becoming increasingly important to be able […].
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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!
Endless Events
NOVEMBER 2, 2021
Do you consider yourself an entrepreneur? Today’s iconic guest, Deanna Nwosu , thinks that all event and meeting planners should nurture an entrepreneurial spirit. She joins Sarah to talk about her vast experience in the events industry, what the future holds for event organizers, and the importance of community engagement. For almost 20 years, Deanna has worked on fundraisers, conferences, trade shows, and other events ranging in size from 10 to 20,000 attendees.
Event Marketer
NOVEMBER 1, 2021
A partnership with Chance the Rapper helped Pinterest amplify its messaging and enabled the artist to scale his charitable work in Chicago. Inspired by user data that showed searches for “Sunday reset routine” have increased sevenfold and “destressing tips” have risen 12-fold, Pinterest launched a hybrid experience, “Havens: Invest in Rest” timed to honor World Mental Health Day on Oct. 10.
Event Industry News
NOVEMBER 2, 2021
World’s greatest festival of cycling returns on Sunday 29 May 2022 Exciting new partnership with Essex County Council 100-mile inspiration ride through London and Essex Three-day UCI Women’s WorldTour stage race Commercial partnership opportunities available Full RideLondon format to be announced in the coming months. London Marathon Events (LME), the organisers of RideLondon, announced today (Tuesday 2 November) the world’s greatest festival of cycling will return on 29 May 2022 with a new form
Smart Meetings
NOVEMBER 5, 2021
When snowfall starts to look a lot like magic in the dusk sky, the holidays have indelibly arrived. (Even if it settles around others of us as light rain and winter-bitten cheeks after coming in from the chill air.) For many, however, the bracing weather of the holiday season also comes with travel plans. And if you’re tasked with planning a comfortable, Covid-conscious, festive and fun company holiday party or other group experience, you’re likely seeking cost-effective options—and it’s crunch
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.
Endless Events
NOVEMBER 4, 2021
As the pandemic hit in early 2020, people all over the world were forced to slow down for a while. For some, it was the first time in forever that they got to stop and re-evaluate their lives. And it turns out that many of them had realized just how burnt out, overworked, and undervalued they felt. More importantly, a lot of them work in hospitality and events.
Best Corporate Events
NOVEMBER 3, 2021
Improving employee engagement is always a productive move, but it’s crucial now more than ever. Here’s why, and how to accomplish that goal. Highly engaged employees see their work as meaningful. They feel trusted and respected and often feel an emotional commitment to their organization. As a result, they are more productive, more consistently , which ultimately leads to a happier workplace attitude and higher profits for their employers.
Event Marketer
NOVEMBER 1, 2021
There’s something about Halloween that inspires scary-good experiential programs, and this year was no exception. With greater opportunities to activate after a low-key 2020 Halloween season, a variety of brands came out to celebrate with spooky pop-ups, haunted houses and other immersive experiences built to send chills down attendees’ spines. Some even went as far as to design experiential costumes.
Smart Meetings
NOVEMBER 1, 2021
Planning your return to in-person? You might want to take a second look at big city venues, where the access is convenient, amenities are abundant and hotel partners are eager to welcome you back. Smart Meetings asked some urban hotel executives what they are seeing in their ballrooms today, what types of groups are returning, what protocols are being required and what are some creative uses of the space they have seen.
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EventSource
NOVEMBER 1, 2021
In all honesty, wedding planning can be hard work. In fact, surveys have found that couples can become so overwhelmed with planning their wedding that they often consider eloping or getting hitched at city hall instead. While wedding planning can be stressful at times, it needn’t be impossible by staying organized. With some careful organization, you can not only reduce sleepless nights but also find the fun again when it comes to creating your special day.
MeetingsNet
NOVEMBER 5, 2021
Mark your calendars for the seventh annual day of awareness and advocacy for the meeting and event business. With this week’s return of IMEX America in Las Vegas, the Meetings Mean Business Coalition has released the details of the seventh Global Meetings Industry Day that will showcase the value of business events across the worldwide economy. MMBC Co-chairs Fred Dixon, president & CEO of NYC & Company, and Michael Massari, chief sales officer for Caesars Entertainment, issued a stateme
Event Marketer
NOVEMBER 1, 2021
Above, one of 20 artists selected by NBC live-paints a mural depicting the matchup between the 49ers and the Colts. A disrupted 2020 NFL season left many fans feeling deflated, so to reignite their energy and drive viewership for “Sunday Night Football,” NBC is activating live painting events powered by local artists in six markets. Dubbed canVS, the season-long campaign will culminate in a 100-yard-long mural inspired by fan contributions that will be revealed at Super Bowl LVI in Los Angeles.
PCMA Convene
NOVEMBER 4, 2021
A 50,000-square-foot garden — with 6,500 trees and plants — defines the Los Angeles co-working and meeting space called Second Home. (Iwan Baan photos). Biophilia is a nearly 60-year-old term that describes the hypothesis that humans have an intrinsic tendency to connect with nature — and when it comes to applying it to gatherings, we’ve come a long way from the days when meeting organizers would order a pair of potted plants to flank speakers on a stage and call it a day.
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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!
Smart Meetings
NOVEMBER 2, 2021
Holy Mickey Pretzel and Jumbo Turkey Legs! Even Walt Disney himself probably didn’t see this one coming. Michelin-starred dining is coming to Orlando. And Miami. And Tampa. Michelin and Visit Florida have jointly announced that the latest expansion of The Michelin Guide, the bible of gourmands everywhere, is coming to the Sunshine State. The vaunted guidebooks, published since the early 1900s when French industrialist Andre Michelin and his brother Edouard wanted to stimulate road tripping—and t
MeetingsNet
NOVEMBER 1, 2021
At 100 days out, the moving parts involved with the Winter Olympics in Beijing are enough to unsettle even the steeliest veteran planners. Here’s a fun hypothetical—and it’s only fun because it is hypothetical for every meeting and event planner in the world save a select few: At 100 days out, you’re preparing to implement daily Covid testing of all 2,900 participants and thousands more event staffers for your 17-day event with 109 session tracks to be held in 13 venues set in three different pa
Event Industry News
NOVEMBER 5, 2021
2021 is the year of the NFTs. They hit the world and hit the headlines. The experts for events and live-marketing at VOK DAMS see great potential for live-marketing integration of NFTs, to offer clients another strong, digital path for brand experience. VOK DAMS summarizes the “Why” and “How” of NFTs in live-marketing in the recently published whitepaper “Boost your Live-Marketing with NFTs”.
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