Conferences that Work

MAY 24, 2021

Are online meetings reducing our collective intelligence [CI] ? New research from Carnegie Mellon has been widely interpreted as concluding that, for example, “Zoom is actually less effective than a phone call” , and “Video conferencing can hurt collaboration” Not so fast. New research about online meetings. Here’s a summary of the research findings from the abstract of the article: “We show that…the presence of visual cues surprisingly has no effect on CI;

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Expo Pass

MAY 27, 2021

Traditional pants are back, sweats have been relieved of daytime duty, and we couldn’t be happier about networking in-person again. But even as things open up again, meeting in-person might not be exactly as we remembered. Mask and social distancing guidelines are still in place in many states. This can make it challenging to introduce yourself in-person.

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Event Age by Swapcard

MAY 27, 2021

We know that most of you have questions about the practical aspects of running a hybrid event.

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MAY 28, 2021

Summer camp is an opportunity for kids to escape their everyday routine — which is what many children and adults alike are craving after a year of learning and working online. In many places, summer camps won’t be fully in person or at full capacity because of COVID-19 restrictions and requirements. Many organizations are continuing […].

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GEVME

MAY 27, 2021

Leading virtual events and events technology provider GEVME has announced the launch of GEVME Studios — an online media network dedicated entirely to virtual events. Amidst the pandemic last year, event organizers and owners were forced to move to online platforms en masse — in an uneasy transition that many were unprepared for. To address this knowledge and experience gap, GEVME started the GEVME Academy to equip budding digital event managers with the skills and know-how needed to adopt the ne

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SpotMe Blog

MAY 27, 2021

This summer we are releasing a new version of our Eventspace app that has been re-engineered from the ground up for hybrid events. With built-in networking, personalization, content and analytics features, SpotMe now offers the most comprehensive hybrid event experience for you and your audience. The new version of Eventspace brings three key developments: Hybrid-ready : Bridge the gap between online and in-person attendees.

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MAY 27, 2021

The abrupt shift to virtual events in 2020 left many event organizers scrambling to tie up loose ends as they figured out how to livestream their events. Now, after a year of planning virtual events, the popularity of these events has been confirmed. That means it’s essential for event planners to understand how to host […].

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EventMB

MAY 24, 2021

The event industry is rapidly transitioning to in-person offerings, but for many, there is still uncertainty about how many attendees will ultimately buy tickets. Could there be an upsell opportunity in offering conference attendees extra rooms for C-suite meetings? A recent EventBrew podcast speculated about the possibility of combining C-suite and senior leadership team meetings […].

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Eventbrite UK

MAY 25, 2021

With the end of lockdown hopefully approaching, you’re probably preparing to return to live events. But whether you’re a seasoned creator or looking to host your very first event, your to-do list may feel never-ending. Eventbrite is here to help you every step of the way – from helping you navigate compliance with social distancing […].

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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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SpotMe Blog

MAY 25, 2021

By now a growing portion of your virtual audience is more interested and willing to attend some version of in-person events again. But there’s still a large share of your virtual audience that appreciates the flexibility and ease of attending online events. Not to mention the tracking and data capabilities event marketers can take advantage of with a digital experience.

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MAY 28, 2021

When the weather is warm, people love to go to outdoor events. Whether it’s a concert in the park, a play in an amphitheater, or simply a party on a boat, if your weather app shows a week of sun, you can expect to attract a big crowd to your outdoor event. But Mother Nature is […].

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EventMB

MAY 24, 2021

Churches across the globe have made headlines over the past year for violating Covid restrictions, but we hear less about the ones that have successfully transitioned to online formats. What can event planners learn from their engagement tactics? Churches may at first seem like an unlikely place to look for inspiration in hosting virtual and […].

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Endless Events

MAY 28, 2021

The road ahead seems promising for the return to live events. After a bleak start to 2020 and an unexpected turn towards digital experiences, vaccination rollout is the light at the end of the tunnel we were all waiting for. Friends and family are already gathering for casual meet-ups, and smaller-scale events are popping up everywhere, signaling that our industry might be ready to make a slow return to its former state – and even achieve higher heights, given that the lessons learned don&

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SpotMe Blog

MAY 24, 2021

When it comes to lead generation and sales, webinars can be your greatest ally. Webinars are most commonly used for hosting virtual seminars, presentations, lectures, and workshops. But now a new kind of webinar is emerging — the deminar. The product demonstration webinar, or deminar, offers your marketing and sales team a whole lot of value without spending an excessive amount of money on marketing, advertising, and event planning.

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MAY 27, 2021

The weather is getting warmer and COVID-19 restrictions are easing as infection rates go down and people get vaccinated. Music event creators have a new way to offer concerts to fans who’ve been missing live music for the last year: pod concerts. This new concert format emerging in the music sphere allows for social distancing […].

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EventMB

MAY 25, 2021

When planning virtual events, providing maximum value to exhibitors, sponsors, and other stakeholders is key. With that in mind, how can your tech platform help you decide what to monetize, who to target, and how to maximize reach? As virtual and hybrid events become the norm, planners are going to need to make data-driven decisions […]. The post Driving Qualified Leads Through Better Virtual and Hybrid Event Data by Victoria Copans appeared first on [link].

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Endless Events

MAY 24, 2021

Today’s an exciting day for the Event Tech Podcast! Our resident hosts, Will and Brandt, welcome a guest to talk about virtual and hybrid event platforms. Dear listeners, please welcome the knowledgeable Kyle Kocinski , the Head Of Implementation at Endless Events! In one of the most resourceful conversations in the history of this podcast, Kyle talks about how event platforms have adapted since last year and where are they going next.

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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.

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Nunify

MAY 25, 2021

As the pandemic took over the world, the event industry was massively hit. Huge losses were incurred by organizations who had planned their big events months in advance. Many had to either move their event to an online medium or postpone it for the time being. In view of the events of last year, the one thing that the pandemic has made us all realize is that nothing is certain.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 24, 2021

The past year has undoubtedly been the year of virtual events, thanks to Covid-19. But chances are, online events are likely to stay even after the pandemic because of the many benefits they provide. For example, they allow you to reach a wider audience at a much lower cost. But how does one decipher whether their virtual event has really been a success?

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EventMB

MAY 26, 2021

Allseated's new virtual event platform, exVo, is an immersive 3D platform that aims to give attendees more control over their event experience. Here is our review. exVo Virtual Event Platform by Allseated: What Is It? exVo is relatively unique in the virtual event platform space as it's an avatar-based 3D platform. It was developed […]. The post exVo Virtual Event Platform by Allseated [Review] by exVo Virtual Event Platform by Allseated [Review] appeared first on [link].

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Skift

MAY 25, 2021

Skift Take: Traditional in-person meetings were paused in 2020, but innovation within the industry flourished out of necessity. Now is the time to use those lessons developed over the last year to rebuild even stronger. Cvent’s new eBook details everything you need to know about conducting safer meetings as hotels and venues begin to recover. — Read the Complete Story On Skift.

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Eventbrite UK

MAY 24, 2021

Although the UK is well on its way to reopening its in-person events scene, it’s still unclear whether events will look the same as pre-pandemic times. The hybrid event format – where some people attend in person and others attend online – is therefore set to be big this summer. Not only does it give […]. The post Why Hybrid Events Are the Key to a Successful Summer appeared first on Eventbrite UK.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 28, 2021

Smart Meetings got a sneak peek at the Event Leadership Institute’s (ELI) opening general session of their upcoming Business, Design & Strategy Summit on June 3, The State of the Industry: Where We Are With In-Person Events. The session features Ken Holsinger, senior vice president of data solutions at Freeman ; Gus Vonderheide, vice president of global sales at Hyatt ; Rose Horcher, CMM, CMP, vice president of client services at Choose Chicago ; and Jessica Malaty Rivera, epidemiologist and

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EventSource

MAY 28, 2021

6 Ways to Make your Micro-Wedding Memorable for You and Your Guests. Perhaps one of the best things to come out of the COVID-19 pandemic is the rising popularity of the elopement-adjacent micro-wedding. While elopements tend to be cost-saving solutions for couples looking to spend their dollars elsewhere, micro-weddings can be just as elaborate– and costly– as full-scale weddings.

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Event Age by Swapcard

MAY 26, 2021

Studies show that close to 70% of event planners are organizing hybrid events in 2021.

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PCMA Convene

MAY 24, 2021

Because event organizers need to consider all kinds of scenarios in their speaker selection and contracts for digital speakers, PCMA has created a complimentary tool that covers all the bases —a downloadable speaker agreement template. As he begins his virtual talks, futurist and keynote speaker Brian Fanzo asks the online audience to vote on what color hat he should wear.

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The MICE

MAY 26, 2021

We know how to build trust face to face at live events, but now, when everything is moving into the virtual world, we need to learn how to build trust online with our clients, supplier sponsors and other stakeholders. On 12 March 2021, I hosted a virtual session at ITB Berlin together with Elina Jutelyte, Founder of the Freelance Business Community and Heidi Legein, Managing Director at The MICE Guru.

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EventSource

MAY 24, 2021

Over the past year, the COVID-19 global pandemic has changed the way that we have done things– and while you might be tired of thinking about it, it is still something that needs to be factored into your wedding plans. . As you negotiate vendor contracts, be sure to keep COVID in mind and ask these important questions: . General: What is the venue’s policy on the postponement, and what are the associated fees?

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