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Are We Creating The Wrong Type Of Conference Experiences?

Velvet Chainsaw

Everyone’s talking about the need to create customer experiences. (Yes, including us, the Velvet Chainsaw team.). It’s as if Joe Pine and Jim Gilmore’s Experience Economy is just now hitting its stride—for conferences at least. The word is out: we’ve got to create conference experiences, not just conferences that feel like a patchwork quilt of our great grandmother’s dresses.

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15 Ways Event Planners Can Brainstorm New Ideas

EventMB

Constantly coming up with new ideas is key to being innovative and standing out in the event industry. Here are 15 ways to get the creative juices gushing! Part of planning events can be looking at things from a different perspective and either coming up with ideas or changing the narrative of something traditional into […]. The post 15 Ways Event Planners Can Brainstorm New Ideas by EventMB Team appeared first on [link].

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How to implement hybrid event strategies for your meetings and conferences

Eventinterface

On this episode of Event TALK we are speaking with Steph Pheilsticker, an award-winning thought leader and innovator with nearly 20 years of event industry experience. She founded Minneapolis-based Hybrid Events Authority to share her hybrid meeting expertise with organizations and companies that would like to extend their content to audiences beyond the meeting room.

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Happy to Seize the Throne from King Content

Conferences that Work

Honored to be included on MeetingsNet’s annual Changemaker list, which “recognizes 20 outstanding meetings professionals for their efforts to move their organizations and the industry forward in unique and positive ways” Here’s the description of my “quest to topple outdated models, including the one based on the idea that ‘content is king’ ” Making Change.

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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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Event sponsorship strategy

Gallus Events

The environment in which we operate, when we sell the main elements of our events, is exceptionally dynamic, and our tried and tested processes and now being tested. And they are straining to cope. However, there is good news: the best events are GROWING their sponsorship and brands are spending MORE money sponsoring events. A new event sponsorship strategy is the key!

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Le Méridien Denver opening September 14, 2017

Eventinterface

Centrally located near the Denver Arts District, upscale shopping, Denver Convention Center, Pepsi Center, Coors Field and Sports Authority Field, Le Méridien Denver Downtown is defined by the hotel's modern feel, European influence, and creative, inspiring elements throughout. The hotel has 272 guest rooms and 12,000 square feet of flexible meeting and event space.

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17 Dos and Don'ts for Using Social Media at Weddings

BizBash

These days, most weddings aren't complete without an original Instagram hashtag or a customized geofilter on Snapchat—both of which encourage.

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What NOT to Do When Hosting a Field Marketing Event

Event Farm

This post was originally published on Attend by Event Farm's blog and was written by Melissa Talbot. If you’re not hosting field events as part of your marketing strategy, you should. When done right, events are the perfect way to engage your prospects and customers. After spending the early part of my career on the event planning side of the house, I know what it takes to host a great event that can accelerate pipeline and drive revenue —and I also know what to avoid at all costs.

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Utilizing the Power of Storytelling at Your Next Event

EventMB

“Tell me a story” is not just a bedtime-stalling tactic practiced by elementary school children everywhere. It’s a desire that runs as an undercurrent of many cultures. If you’re not using storytelling at your event, you’re missing an opportunity for connection and much more. Okay, let’s be honest. There is no measurable way to prove […]. The post Utilizing the Power of Storytelling at Your Next Event by Christina Green appeared first on [link].

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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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4 Ways to Keep Your Attendees Engaged Year-Round

Eventbrite UK

To keep attendees engaged you need to serve up relevant and timely content. It's that simple. Check out our 4 top tips to ensure year-round engagement. The post 4 Ways to Keep Your Attendees Engaged Year-Round appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.

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What’s Your Number-One Rule for Events?

BizBash

“All of my client reps, project managers, and crew chiefs start in the trenches. It’s important that everyone understands what.

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How Much Does Event Management Software Cost?

Capterra Event Management

UPDATE 6/27/2017: This article has been updated from its original content to reflect feedback and software updates from existing options in the article. You’re ready to trade in the excel spreadsheets, scribbled to-do lists, and room reservation Tetris for event management software. Like any consumer, you want to know the effect it’s going to have on your wallet.

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3 Ways to Create a Buzzworthy Event Using Social Media

EventMB

This is a sponsored post written by Suzanne Fougere, Senior Director, Corporate Strategy, Marketing and Communications with the Halifax Convention Centre. More information about Event Manager Blog’s sponsored posts. Social media has changed the way delegates experience, engage with and think about events. From the time a delegate registers for an event through every session […].

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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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How to Recruit Top Talent to Your Event’s Team

Eventbrite UK

If you want your event to be the best in your market, you need the best people behind it. Follow these 8 steps to recruit the cream of the crop. The post How to Recruit Top Talent to Your Event’s Team appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.

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MPISCC Hosts Buzzworthy Awards And Installation Gala

BizBash

The Southern California Chapter of Meeting Professionals International (MPISCC) celebrated its 2017 Awards & Installation Gala in a grand way.

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Is the Outdoor Events Industry a Creative Industry?

Event Industry News

Every event professional has their opinion on this question. So do academics that teach events management in the United Kingdom. Two years ago academics from Bournemouth University and the University of Westminster were kindly offered a stand by the organisers at International Confex to ask this simple question. Events professionals gave a resounding yes as […].

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The 9 Most Expensive Event Tickets In The World (And What You Get For Them)

EventMB

If you are looking to spend big, these are the tickets to do it. Here are some of the hottest and most expensive event tickets in the world, and what you actually get for the price tag. There are certain elite tickets that are not available to your average attendee due to their hefty price […]. The post The 9 Most Expensive Event Tickets In The World (And What You Get For Them) by EventMB Team appeared first on [link].

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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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Snapchat vs. Instagram: Which One Is Best for Your Event?

Eventbrite UK

With Snapchat and Instagram looking more alike than ever, which one is the best fit for your event? Let us break it down for you. The post Snapchat vs. Instagram: Which One Is Best for Your Event? appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.

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See How YouTube Created Five Distinct Events at One Convention

BizBash

The eighth annual VidCon—a online-video convention held annually at the Anaheim Convention Center—ran from June 22 to 24, drawing roughly.

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Health and fitness festival Refresh relying on the weather

Event Industry News

H-Productions, organiser of family health and fitness festival Refresh, which launches at Wellington Country Park in September, will postpone the event if high winds or heavy rain are forecast, bucking the traditional ‘show must go on’ mentality. “We want Refresh to be outside and we have found the most amazing piece of land for it,” […]. The post Health and fitness festival Refresh relying on the weather appeared first on Event Industry News.

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18 Ways to Get More People to Your Fundraising Event

EventMB

It’s difficult to have a successful fundraising event without attendees. If you’re struggling to get more people to your fundraiser, it’s time you branch out. Try these ideas. A fundraiser is only as successful as the people you get in attendance. If you’re inviting huge lists and only a fraction of them come, it’s time […]. The post 18 Ways to Get More People to Your Fundraising Event by Christina Green appeared first on [link].

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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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5 Calendar Dates to Tie in with Your next Film & Cinema Event

Eventbrite UK

Looking for new ideas for your next film & cinema event? Think about an important date that allows you to make even more of an impact on your community. The post 5 Calendar Dates to Tie in with Your next Film & Cinema Event appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.

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10 Best Ideas of the Week: a Cocktail-Mixing Bike, Shakespearean Tote Bags, a Retro Gas Station-Theme Beer Bar

BizBash

This week's roundup includes Patrón's cocktail-mixing bike at the spirit brand's experiential cross-country tour; Shakespearean tote bags at TNT's Will.

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VR for events: Proceed, But with Caution

Event Industry News

Competition to deliver the most compelling, unforgettable immersive events has never been more intense and many are looking to technology to bring the much desired ‘wow’ factor. A growing trend in the events industry is to look to VR to deliver something unique. However, according to Ross Magri, Managing Director of Sarner International, this emerging […].

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5 #Hoteltech Essentials For A Better Event Experience

EventMB

Attendee expectations are changing and those expectations extend beyond the event itself. Read on to find out how hoteltech could help to deliver a better attendee event experience. Good event planners obsess over every part of the attendee experience and for many, attendee accommodation is a very important part of the process. The event venue […].

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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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6 Sources of Data You Need to Plan Your Next Event

Eventbrite UK

Whether you're aware of it or not, there's an abundance of data available to collect during your events lifecycle. So what should you look for? The post 6 Sources of Data You Need to Plan Your Next Event appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.

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7 Fresh Decor and Activity Ideas for a Carnival-Theme Event

BizBash

Brick-and-mortar stores these days are working to emphasize their experiential offerings as a way to compete with online shopping, and.

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Caesars Entertainment VP Jordan Clark Talks Tahoe

Connect Your Meetings

Had Jordan Clark not pursued a career in hospitality management, he likely would have become a teacher. Clark, vice president of sales for Las Vegas-based Caesars Entertainment , is always looking for ways to educate the next generation of hospitality industry professionals. A former Mentor of the Year supporting students at the William F. Harrah College of Hotel Administration , Clark also serves as a member of the international advisory board for the Rochester Institute of Technology’s S