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Elevate Your Conference Education

Velvet Chainsaw

There’s never been a better time than right now to reimagine your education programming for your first in-person conference in some time, for many—in over two years. All those changes you’ve dreamed of trying can now become a reality. Conference education sessions have long been considered the main course of the event, yet typically they reek of status quo.

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Nonprofit Events: 30 Powerful Seasonal Fundraisers to Plan This Year

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Over the course of the pandemic, more people than ever relied on nonprofit organizations and community resources — even at times when it was hard for those nonprofits to fundraise as usual. In order to keep the doors open and continue their mission, many organizations innovated by hosting nonprofit events, hybrid fundraisers, and more. Now, as creators begin […].

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The fairest rules for meetings

Conferences that Work

What are the fairest rules to use when running meetings? This might seem like an odd question. You might ask, “Fair to whom?” or, “What do you mean by fair?” I think it’s reasonable to concentrate on fairness to participants : the majority of those involved with the meeting. As to what being fair to participants might look like, let’s turn to the ideas of the moral and political philosopher John Rawls.

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9 Tips for Designing In-Person Events

EventMB

As in-person meetings resume after many months of virtual-only events, how can planners ensure that live gatherings are engaging and relevant to current audiences? Event experts share tips on dealing with challenges in the current environment. As more meetings move from the home computer screen back into hotels and convention centers, strategies for successful live […].

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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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Choosing the Best Venue for Team Building: Considerations for the (Not So) Great Outdoors

Best Corporate Events

An effective team building program can accomplish several important business objectives: improving employee communication, engagement, collaboration, problem-solving, and leadership skills, among others. It requires an investment in time, resources, and taking employees away from their regular roles. To optimize your return on that investment, it’s essential to create an environment where employees are comfortable and able to focus on the team building activity.

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Unique Event Signage Ideas That Actually Work

Social Tables

Signs are an important part of our day-to-day life, whether we think about it or not. They tell us when to stop in traffic, direct us how to get to where we want to go, tell us what to look at, and so on. With so many signs surrounding us all the time, choosing ones that stand out can be uniquely difficult — especially when it comes to the world of meetings and events.

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Is Interest in Hybrid Trade Shows Waning?

EventMB

Despite visitors showing a lot of interest in attending hybrid events last year, there are some signs that attendee enthusiasm may have begun to wane. Does that mean the end of hybrid events? Trade shows are a popular marketing channel for businesses and represent a large portion of spending for marketing and event teams. However, […]. The post Is Interest in Hybrid Trade Shows Waning?

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Holiday Marketing Ideas to Make Your Event Stand Out

Eventbrite UK

Come December, consumers are overwhelmed with sales pitches. Make your event marketing stand out this holiday season with these creative ideas. The post Holiday Marketing Ideas to Make Your Event Stand Out appeared first on Eventbrite UK.

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6 Festive Virtual Office Christmas Party Ideas

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For many of us, the office Christmas party is an annual highlight. It’s a chance to unwind, celebrate with your colleagues, and toast the year’s successes – all while trying to avoid acting inappropriately in front of your boss. But with workplaces and venues across Australia still impacted by social distancing requirements and capacity restrictions, […].

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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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Event Staffing: Event AV Is NOT A One Person Job!

Endless Events

It’s Monday, which means it’s time for another episode of the Event Tech Podcast! Will is really excited to talk about event staffing today. It’s a topic that he’s talked about in the past, from dissecting AV proposals at the AV Audit to giving useful AV audit tips to planners at Whiteboard Wednesdays. And similarly, Brandt and Will covered the topic of saving money on AV in the past as well.

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Trade Show Booths Showcase Innovation at IMEX America

EventMB

This year’s IMEX America represents the exhibition’s first return to an onsite event in two years. And that same span of time witnessed unprecedented innovation in event tech. How did exhibitors use this opportunity to provide a hands-on experience of their tech? IMEX’s tech pavilion grows every year, but this year, the sense of excitement […].

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This is how to make your keynote stand out from all the rest.

Expo Pass

A lot has changed in keynote speaking. There’s tons of new technology, audiences are going hybrid, and businesses are working in totally different ways than a year ago. All this had us wondering: What really makes a presentation incredible these days? Do speakers need the latest greatest technology? Or can they just fall back on good old-fashioned storytelling instincts?

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How 3 Nonprofit Event Organizers Pivoted and Persisted During the Pandemic

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Nonprofits do good — for others, and when opportunities arise, for each other. During Eventbrite’s RECONVENE Sessions: Nonprofits and 501(c)(3) Events For Growth event, three nonprofit leaders described how they pivoted during the pandemic — and leaned on other nonprofits for support. Watch the full event recording — featuring Opening Act, Jewish Food Society, and […].

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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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Your Guide To Event Registration & Ticketing!

Endless Events

When we think of events, our minds automatically go to entertainment, networking opportunities, the stage, and gamification, among many other things. But today, let’s take a few steps back and think about where do our events truly begin. Is it when your attendee walks through the doors of your venue or logs on to your virtual event platform? Or is it much earlier, at event registration?

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IMEX CEO Confronts Sustainability and Other Events Challenges

EventMB

In the wake of IMEX signing the Net Zero Carbon Events Pledge as part of COP26, CEO Carina Bauer discusses IMEX’s sustainability initiatives and answers hard-hitting questions about the future of the event industry. Carina Bauer, CEO of IMEX Group, and Ray Bloom, chairman and founder of IMEX Group Lori Cioffi sat down with Carina […]. The post IMEX CEO Confronts Sustainability and Other Events Challenges by EventMB Studio Team appeared first on [link].

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SEPHORiA 2021: How Sephora Transformed its Flagship Event into a Virtual Beauty Playground

Event Marketer

The Backyard Party didn’t start until halfway through the event, but promised an array of surprises, keeping the virtual audience hooked. Sephora’s tagline is “We belong to something beautiful,” and for one afternoon at its SEPHORiA: Virtual House of Beauty experience, we felt those words come to life. From the inclusive messaging to the tutorials to the luxurious 3D environment the event was hosted in, it felt like a cohesive, well-oiled machine built for consumers of every stripe.

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11 Tips for a Successful Food & Drink Event Partnership Proposal

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Partnerships are a key ingredient of most successful food and drink events. Here's how to do them right.

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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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What’s Next for the Meetings Market: A Detailed Picture

MeetingsNet

American Express Meetings & Events used the IMEX America show to present its latest forecast for the meetings and events landscape based on survey results from 500 planners. According to the 2022 Global Meetings and Events Forecast from American Express Meetings & Events, more than two-thirds of responding planners expect their total number of meetings to return to 2019 levels by Q2 2023.

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Where Culture and Conventions Meet

EventMB

Calgary’s Culture & Entertainment District promises to provide event planners with a unique destination and venue that will create unforgettable experiences and meaningful connections for attendees. With virtual and hybrid events increasingly offering a convenient alternative to in-person events, planners have a new challenge: making in-person events attractive enough that attendees will forgo the convenience […].

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How Artist-Centric Music Experiences Are Amplifying Experiential Opportunities

Event Marketer

Since music streaming has overtaken album sales, big-name artists like Madonna are riding the pop-up wave to connect with fans, sell merchandise and raise excitement for tours. And artist estates are following suit. In celebration of English singer-songwriter David Bowie’s 75th birthday on Jan. 8, 2022, the David Bowie Estate is hosting a free “Bowie 75” pop-up experience in New York City and London.

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IMEX America is Back!: Day 1 Highlights from the Return to Meeting

Smart Meetings

The opening day of IMEX America 2021 at Mandalay Bay Casino in Las Vegas was humming with people just happy to be back together. Don’t miss out on these important industry highlights from the tradeshow floor! Destinations International Large Market Roundtable outlined initiatives to establish Destination Booking Agreement Guidelines to create certainty for all parties.

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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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11 Tips for a Successful Food and Drink Event Partnership Proposal

Eventbrite UK

Partnerships are a key ingredient of most successful food and drink events. Here's how to do them right. The post 11 Tips for a Successful Food and Drink Event Partnership Proposal appeared first on Eventbrite UK.

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How Smart SMEs Save Time and Money in Travel Management

EventMB

Often referred to as the backbone or foundation of economies worldwide, small and midsize enterprises (SMEs) will play a critical role in the economic recovery from the Covid pandemic due to their flexible and innovative nature. Support for SMEs includes creating access to programs with unique benefits to grow their global network, share ideas, and […].

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Stand Together Pop-Up Tour Opens Doors to Immigration Solutions

Event Marketer

Stand Together, a philanthropic organization focused on immigration awareness, is taking its “Common Ground” cause marketing installation on tour. The interactive experience is in Dallas this month at the George W. Bush Presidential Center, timed with the former president’s book and portrait exhibit, “Out of Many, One: Portraits of America’s Immigrants” to support the ongoing conversation about immigration challenges in America.

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Top 10 Dos and Don'ts for Event Planning in 2022

Stova

And just like that, it’s November! With most of 2021 behind us and a new year on the horizon, now is a great time to reflect on event learnings and experiences so we can help you plan for the future. Here are our Top 5 Dos and Top 5 Don’ts for event planning so you can strut into 2022 like it ain’t no thing!

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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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How to Stay Accountable After an Industry Conference

Special Events

We attend conferences because we seek professional growth, both in terms of education and networking. But, the real payoff happens when we get back to the office and unpack all of our new knowledge and connections in our ‘real world’ setting.

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At IMEX, Industry Veterans Share Their Best Covid-Era Lessons

MeetingsNet

Planners and suppliers offered the wisdom they gained professionally and personally throughout the 18-month interruption of in-person meetings. During the Smart Monday educational track at this week’s IMEX America show in Las Vegas, one breakout session saw small groups of planners and suppliers tap into each other’s Covid-era experiences to become better able to thrive in the post-pandemic environment.

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The Complete Guide to Festival Marketing

InitLive

Have you ever attended a festival? If so, you probably have vibrant memories of the events that took place, the sights you saw, and of course, the delicious food you ate. Festivals are popular event types because they offer audience members a fun and engaging experience. And, festivals can build stronger relationships between your audience members and your organization’s brand through in-person interactions and exciting activities.

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