Velvet Chainsaw

AUGUST 3, 2022

With live conferences’ comeback, event organizers need to make complex decisions about how to incorporate digital product extensions into their business model. Based on our research, we estimate that there’s an even split between conference owners who are including synchronous or asynchronous hybrid options and those who aren’t. The half who is pursuing hybrid knows that they can’t just go back to what worked in 2019 despite the return of in-person events.

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Expo Pass

AUGUST 2, 2022

Planning an event while your team is remote sounds like a daunting task. While there is no substitute for chatting it up and having an impromptu brainstorming sesh with your coworker, there are some surefire ways to ensure your remote team is set up for success. So how can event planners keep their team on track when people are spread out? Also, what’s the best way to make sure their team is collaborative in meetings and not dreading every Zoom?

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Event Age by Swapcard

AUGUST 2, 2022

2022 has been a rollercoaster so far. With the events industry working to regain its footing after two years of being almost fully virtual, a lot of trial and error is happening in order to find the best way forward.

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Picatic by Eventbrite

AUGUST 1, 2022

When Ernest Hemingway wrote, “Wine is the most civilized thing in the world,” he was onto the grape’s ability to bring people together. Civilly bonding over a glass (or a bottle) is what From the Vine to Wine’s wine gatherings are all about. Based out of Portsmouth, New Hampshire, From the Vine to the Wine’s […].

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Conferences that Work

AUGUST 1, 2022

These days I am blessed with clients who are a joy to work with. But that wasn’t always true. Here’s how I learned to attract great consulting clients. Read the full article at Conferences That Work The post How to attract great consulting clients appeared first on Conferences That Work. No related posts.

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EventMB

AUGUST 1, 2022

Skift Take: A revenue crunch is driving B2B trade shows to open up to consumers. This may be another way distributed workforces are forcing a blending of our professional and personal lives. — Lisa Skriloff Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings.

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Endless Events

AUGUST 4, 2022

In April, we talked about a recession on the horizon. As the horizon approaches, Will and Nick find that many event professionals are running on fumes. Today, the discussion is all about executing events on a reduced team. . Teams are expected to do more with less as layoffs, downsizing, and budget cuts sweep across the economy. Whether people on your team are sick or no longer working with you, Nick and Will have several ideas on how to avoid downsizing and how to execute events on a reduced

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Event Industry News

AUGUST 2, 2022

For years it has been a reality in many live event environments that the audio experience is often overshadowed by the high impact of the visual presentation. But imagine an environment where there is complete control over who hears what, where the audio can be acutely focused just like a spotlight or be separated amongst an audience so precisely that multiple different sounds can heard at the same time depending on your location within a space.

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Eventmobi

AUGUST 2, 2022

Technology is the glue that holds a good event together. Whether you’re planning an in-person conference, a virtual summit, or a hybrid event that combines the best of both worlds, the event app you use will have a huge impact on your success. If you’ve never used an event app before, you may not understand how transformative it can be. In this article, we’ll show you how EventMobi’s powerful event app helped 5 different organizations build standout events.

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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

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AUGUST 4, 2022

Skift Take: New research shows that meeting planning is impacted by inflation and rising costs in ways few anticipated. As a result, obstacles abound, from unfilled job openings to supply chain issues yet to be resolved. — Andrea Doyle Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings.

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Event Marketer

AUGUST 1, 2022

The Cantinas were transformed into celebratory environments brimming with sequins and boas. Social monitoring has shown a major overlap between the drag community and Taco Bell’s fan community. So when the fast food giant’s LGBTQ+ employee resource group suggested activating a classic drag brunch at one of its restaurants, the brand recognized an opportunity to both support its fans and make a lasting impact.

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Event Industry News

AUGUST 1, 2022

The Cape Town International Convention Centre is delighted to announce the launch the much anticipated AllSport Expo in September 2022. This is a sport and wellness consumer exhibition for outdoor, indoor, and water sport, with a focus on health, nutrition, medical and wellness products. The dates of the show are Friday, 9th to Sunday, 11th September 2022.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 2, 2022

Think you know everything about hosting meetings at all-inclusive resorts? A lot has changed for the better. At today’s package price resorts, the quality of the experience is higher and the logistics couldn’t be easier. Gone are the massive dining rooms with a sea of buffets. Restaurant-quality experiences in formal and casual settings offer something for everyone.

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AUGUST 3, 2022

Skift Take: How are planners and other meeting professionals preparing for a potential recession? They are tightening contracts, establishing advance payments, exploring new skills, and keeping up with their networks. — Paul Cook Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings.

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EventSource

AUGUST 2, 2022

From couple’s portraits in a picturesque meadow to a boho reception under a tent filled with string lights, Abigail and Nigel’s rustic wedding at Meadow View Gardens is surely one you don’t want to miss. Their magical wedding venue was somewhat last-minute as they were notified that their original venue had double-booked them. On such short notice, the couple really had to widen their search radius to find somewhere else to hold nuptials and luckily, they found the absolutely stunnin

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Event Industry News

AUGUST 2, 2022

We are JR Centrepieces , a hire company that aims to illuminate events with our stunning table centrepiece. We aim to offer an outstanding hire service to the events industry, we produce a great look, are eco-friendly and cost effective all at the same time. We have 40 different LED centrepieces that are bespoke manufactured for the customer. We have a range of personalised centrepieces where we can get your brand or logo right to the heart of the table.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 4, 2022

We’ve all heard of southern charm. The friendliness and welcoming nature that exists in the South doesn’t go unnoticed, especially by outsiders. Plan your next meeting in cities like Greensboro, Kansas City and Tulsa to experience while indulging in the antiquity that accompanies these historic cities. Here are the 10 best hotels to meet at when venturing below the Mason-Dixon line. . 1.

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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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AUGUST 2, 2022

Skift Take: New data predicts a steady recovery for trade shows globally with almost all markets reaching two-thirds of 2019 revenue by the first half of 2023. Face-to-face meetings remain a priority as we overcome the direct impact of the Covid pandemic. — Andrea Doyle Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings.

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QC Event School

AUGUST 1, 2022

So, you want to be an event planner? That’s great! Event planning is a fun and exciting industry, but it’s also a very competitive one. One of the first questions you’re probably wondering is, do you need a license to be an event planner? The answer to that question depends on your personal career goals. In this article, we’ll explore the requirements for becoming an event planner.

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Event Industry News

AUGUST 2, 2022

By Robin Bunevich, Zoom’s Integrated Marketing Manager for Zoom Events and Zoom Video Webinars. They say time flies when you’re having fun, so it’s hard to believe our virtual events management solution, Zoom Events , just turned 1! Launched in the summer of 2021, Zoom Events was born specifically with remote audiences in mind. As virtual and hybrid events became core to modern marketing strategies, we saw the need for a remote-friendly event platform that would help organizations facilita

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Event Marketer

AUGUST 1, 2022

JUST Egg is planting a stake in the ground at music festivals, where vegan options are limited. In a departure from the standard food truck, cart or kitchen, JUST Egg is dropping a colorful, neon “sampling lab” on music festival grounds across the country, inviting hungry artists and attendees to experience a culinary escape with its plant-based egg product.

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AUGUST 5, 2022

Skift Take: In this episode of the Event Manager Podcast, we discuss the future of associations with Rob Eveleigh, managing director of Brightelm. — Skift Meetings Studio Team Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 4, 2022

Lauren Bruggemans. Visit Greater Palm Springs in Rancho Mirage, California, appointed Bruggemans director of sustainability and community engagement. Over the last 17 years, she has garnered experience in hospitality, event, food and beverage, and business management. Bruggemans was most recently an adjunct faculty member in the Hospitality Management Program at California State University, San Bernardino.

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Prestige Events Magazine

AUGUST 2, 2022

Wyboston Lakes Resorts has delivered a record six months of Meetings and Events business for the first half of 2022, despite restrictions around events in January and February following the Omicron outbreak. Business on the books at the six-month point is up by 47% on 2019 with a solid base already in place for 2023. Bookings remain relatively short lead but there is a welcome uplift in demand for long-term bookings and a commitment to securing multi-event deals across a diverse range of sectors

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PCMA Convene

AUGUST 2, 2022

Participants of an Emory University Hospital workshop drew these images in response to the question, “What does well-being mean to you?” using the Piccles platform. “The drawings are great,” Piccles founder Chris Bent has said, “but the stories are gold.”. Chris Bent has never needed convincing that drawing makes people feel better — his own experience showed him that it’s true.

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Socio Events

AUGUST 4, 2022

Anybody who has ever planned a conference knows the value of flexibility and engagement. The more inclusive, agile, and captivating your event is, the greater chance you have of meeting your goals and reaching a wider audience. And if that’s what you’re looking for from your next event, you might want to consider planning a virtual conference. Imagine a situation where your in-person event is all but complete.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 1, 2022

Outgoing U.S. Travel Association President and CEO Roger Dow will be inducted into U.S. Travel’s Hall of Leaders. Dow will be the 104th travel inductee to be named in the Hall of Leaders since its establishment in 1969. Dow worked with U.S. Travel for the last 17 years. Before this, he worked with Marriott International for 34 years, leading global sales and marketing, as well as working to develop Marriott’s first loyalty program, what is now Marriott Bonvoy.

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SmartMeetings

AUGUST 3, 2022

Handy tools for the whole trip. Events venues are seeing bookings return like it’s 2018 on a global scale. The skies seem a little bit wider as countries around the world continue to drop Covid restrictions for international travelers. Whether you’re planning an event abroad or preparing to attend one, we’ve compiled a list of the top international travel apps right now, each serving a different purpose—from flight tracking to finding the best spots to eat vegan and vegetarian, wherever you are.

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