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JUNE 22, 2017
Are you ready to change the format of your event or conference? It’s time to break out of the model. Create new event engagement that keeps your attendees active, interested and on their toes; then it’s time to get yourself unstuck from the speaker-to-audience rut! Event attendees want to engage and be engaged with; and we […]. The post The Speaker-To-Audience Rut: Are You In It?
Eventinterface
JUNE 20, 2017
Meeting and event professionals are very much aware of the security challenges generated by bringing people together. They plan for accidents, venue problems, protesters, weather related issues, and much more. In recent days, we have been confronted once again by televised images of terror being inflicted on participants at events, walking a bridge or attending a meeting.
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EventMB
JUNE 23, 2017
Organising a 5km run to compliment your meeting or exhibition is a popular trend we are seeing more and more. Here are some reasons you should consider it. Attendees are becoming increasingly health conscious and focusing more on their wellbeing so it makes sense that including a physical element as a fringe event to your […]. The post The Latest Trend For Big Events: 5k Runs by EventMB Team appeared first on [link].
Gallus Events
JUNE 20, 2017
Familiarisation trips are stock and trade for an event organiser. They are kind of a busman’s holiday and every event organiser should go on at least one fan trip (if at all possible) a year. I’ve been lucky enough to be on several familiarisation trips over the years. This week, courtesy of the German Convention Bureau , I head off to Dresden and Leipzig for a four day trip.
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Conferences that Work
JUNE 19, 2017
Can meetings where no one says a word exhibit significantly different interpersonal dynamics? After completing my third Vipassana silent meditation retreat (this one at the headquarters of the Insight Meditation Society in Barre, Massachusetts), I’m gonna say: yes they can! Read the full article at Conferences That Work. Related posts: Participation techniques you can use in conference sessions Here’s the summary handout for my workshop on participation techniques you can use in conf
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EventMB
JUNE 21, 2017
Eventtech is living a second life. Thanks to the injection of new life by VR/AR/AI new startups are taking on the event industry. Here are some fresh ones that are hot this summer. Once again I am happy to present you with some of the most innovative startups creating exciting solutions for the event industry. […]. The post 25 #Eventtech Startups To Watch This Summer by Julius Solaris appeared first on [link].
Gallus Events
JUNE 22, 2017
A day and a half in Dresden, surely more than enough time to see everything the city has to offer #eventprofs? Well, not by a long shot. This fantastic city is an absolute gem, bursting with unique event spaces and more traditional meeting rooms. Over the last 36 hrs a little group of eventprofs have been discovering Dresden. We are a mixed bunch, including event planners from Mexico, Italy, Belgium, the Netherlands, Spain and the UK.
Eventbrite UK
JUNE 22, 2017
If you’ve never planned an event before it’s easy to make mistakes, but there are a number of more experienced eventprofs who still get things wrong. The post 10 Simple Things EventProfs Still Get Wrong appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.
Event Farm
JUNE 21, 2017
You should consider your organization's database as something that’s living and breathing. As prospects move through the various stages of the buyer’s journey , their contact information changes, and your sales reps (hopefully) learn more about them and their pain points. Your email exchanges and phone calls are all recorded in your CRM, and you can see which new pieces of content different prospects have engaged with. .
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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
EventMB
JUNE 21, 2017
It can sometimes be a challenge to motivate yourself and other team members to work (another) evening or weekend but here are some motivational tips and incentives to help get everybody on board. Events don’t always take place during traditional working hours, which means that organisation and planning often don’t either. The reality of the […].
Eventinterface
JUNE 23, 2017
Jamie Jones has been in the industry for over 20 years! She had her own catering business, and planned meetings, weddings, and corporate events. Jamie has done everything from waiting tables and clearing those tables to now being the Director of Sales and Marketing for the Jackson Conference Center in Huntsville, AL. With a degree in Education, she taught school for a while and planned events "on the side.
BizBash
JUNE 21, 2017
TBS’s comedy series Wrecked has a familiar premise: a group of plane-crash survivors navigating a deserted island in the Pacific.
Eventbrite UK
JUNE 19, 2017
By using Facebook Advertising effectively, you can really grow your ticket sales in no time. We've created the ultimate guide so you can do just that. The post How to Master Facebook Advertising and Sell More Tickets appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.
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EventMB
JUNE 19, 2017
Use your travelling time to your advantage and adopt some of the activities of the most successful eventprofs. Here are 15 ways you can be super productive on your commute. Travelling to and from work and meetings can seriously eat up a big part of your day and dampen your productivity. Event professionals can spend […]. The post 15 Ways Eventprofs Can Be More Productive On Their Commute by EventMB Team appeared first on [link].
Eventinterface
JUNE 22, 2017
We invite you to join us on Thursday, July 20, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. Pacific Time, noon Eastern, 18:00 GMT to celebrate the launch of Eventinterface 3.0. During this hour-long virtual event, we will unveil new features, enhancements, and updated dashboards for planners and attendees. And, we will have a little trivia fun with prizes as well. Register for our launch event here.
BizBash
JUNE 20, 2017
Consumers are used to technology being woven seamlessly into their everyday lives, and it’s time for event designers to adopt.
Eventbrite UK
JUNE 19, 2017
Organising a networking event can be a great platform to promote both you and your business while helping others along the way. Find out how in 8 steps. The post How to Organise a Networking Event in 8 Simple Steps appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.
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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.
EventMB
JUNE 22, 2017
You did it. The press are coming to your event. Now what? Believe it or not, you can make their jobs easier and make a big impression with just a few quick things. Trying too hard. It didn’t work in high school and it’s something your press attendees will see right through. You need to […]. The post 5 Ways to Make Press Feel Welcome at Your Next Event by EventMB Team appeared first on [link].
Event Industry News
JUNE 19, 2017
Launched in January 2017, Feast It is a smart smorgasboard of proven, independent caterers and bars designed to bring a new flavour to event catering front of house. Put together by Digby Vollrath and Hugo Campbell, the former practiced in festivals and events on both sides of the Pond, the latter a journalist of some […]. The post Feast your eyes on this new way to source street food for events appeared first on Event Industry News.
BizBash
JUNE 22, 2017
Weddings are one of our culture’s oldest traditions, but that doesn’t mean they can’t benefit from modern technology. Think of.
Eventbrite UK
JUNE 21, 2017
One in four people won't complete a purchase if they're required to sign up. Are you doing all you can to reduce drop-off and increase conversion rates? The post 6 Simple Ways to Increase Your Conversion Rates appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.
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EventMB
JUNE 19, 2017
Are you happy with the salary you’re making as an event planner? If not, there’s something you can do about it. But first, we have to be honest about why you’re not getting what you want. It’s easy to look at high-paid athletes and lament that your salary will never compare to what they bring […]. The post 13 Honest Truths Why You’re Not Earning the Event Planner Salary You Want by Christina Green appeared first on [link].
Connect Your Meetings
JUNE 22, 2017
These seven golf resorts have teed up expanded meeting spaces or renovated courses in an effort to attract more corporate events and tournaments this year. Pebble Beach Resorts. Pebble Beach, Calif. Renowned major championship site Pebble Beach continues to step up its game as a meeting destination in advance of its 100th anniversary. Named for its location near the first tee, Fairway One will become the fifth major meeting facility at Pebble Beach Resorts when it opens in August with a 2,500-sq
BizBash
JUNE 21, 2017
When the U.S. Travel Association hosted its 49th annual IPW conference in Washington earlier this month, it brought 6,400 travel.
Eventbrite UK
JUNE 20, 2017
Looking for a sponsor for your next event? Then you need to be able to answer these 3 key questions. And luckily, we've got the answers. The post 3 Questions Every Sponsor Wants to Know appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.
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EventMB
JUNE 21, 2017
Jump into the bizarre and see what crazy events are going on around the world. Whether it is tradition, culture, fun or revelry, we kid you not, these curious events are real! Events are a great way to celebrate life and create unforgettable memories and experiences. While these crazy global events may seem fun and […]. The post 22 Crazy Global Events by EventMB Team appeared first on [link].
MeetingPool
JUNE 22, 2017
It’s been over 10 years since the original iPhone was announced. Since that time, smartphones have become a go-to tool for our business and personal lives. In fact, many people don’t leave a room without their phone in tow. Even though 77 percent of Americans own a smartphone, not everyone in the events industry welcomes […].
BizBash
JUNE 19, 2017
BizBash will celebrate a group of vaunted event and meeting professionals in Washington by inducting them into the BizBash Hall.
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