GEVME

SEPTEMBER 7, 2018

We all know how hard it can be to find the right venue for an event. The options seem endless, and more often than not, the never-ending list can be overwhelming. As possibly the hardest decision in event planning, choosing the right venue is one of the most important factors in making your event a hit. You could continue throwing money at your event, but if the venue is poorly chosen, the entire success of your event is at stake.

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Eventmobi

SEPTEMBER 6, 2018

When we speak with clients during the planning phase of their event, we often get asked the question, “What kind of data does your analytics provide?” While this is an incredibly valid question, and one that should be asked of any event technology provider, the conversation of event analytics cannot just be a checkbox on a list of required features.

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Gallus Events

SEPTEMBER 6, 2018

There are many different things you are taught as an event organiser, but one ever present is that “big is beautiful” There’s scarcely an events organiser who doesn’t want their small event to grow to epic proportions. However sometimes the size of your current event is as big as it needs to be. Events don’t have to grow to be successful.

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Tito Blog | An Event Blog for Organisers

SEPTEMBER 7, 2018

Jessie is the co-founder of Layers , a three-day conference where people talk about design and technology. As a former Apple employee and current enthusiast, speakers specializing in iOS design and development are among the highlights of Jane's Layers each year. It's become a very popular WWDC event each year. In fact, iMore listed Layers as their "hands-down favourite" event of WWDC (and not just because of its famous snacks ).

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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 Age by Swapcard

SEPTEMBER 7, 2018

From the need to deliver a fully-mobile UX for people on the go, through super-easy navigation around and in the venue, to informing attendees in real time, event apps and engagement platforms revolutionize event management. Guest blogger Mark McCloskey of HRG Consulting shares tips on how to best use technology to leverage the tidal wave of digital change and create memorable experiences.

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Gallus Events

SEPTEMBER 3, 2018

An essential skill for an event manager is to have a keen eye for design. I’ve listed my favourite design sites for event managers. They are brilliant for creating flyers, posters, social media updates and even videos! And so much more. There’s no job quite like the job of an event manager. One moment you are signing off a five figure sponsorship agreement, the next you are guiding a Government Minster on to the stage.

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EventMB

SEPTEMBER 6, 2018

ClearEvent is an all-in-one, cloud-based event management platform for event planners and includes a mobile event app for your participants. Here is our review. ClearEvent: What Is It? ClearEvent is an all-in-one event management platform for event planners, which includes a mobile event app where participants, sponsors, exhibitors, and vendors can access personalized event […].

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EventTechBrief

SEPTEMBER 4, 2018

People’s Choice Awards are an important part of the professional recognition landscape. They give the customers and followers of innovative companies an opportunity to recognize the firms from which they or their events have benefited through products, ideas, information, or partnership. As a proud media partner of the Event Technology Awards, Event Tech Brief is pleased to invite readers to review the submissions for the 2018 People’s Choice Award and vote for the company that deser

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BizBash

SEPTEMBER 5, 2018

Edward Perotti has 27 years of experience in event production and design, from weddings and galas to corporate meetings and.

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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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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 5, 2018

Building your event budget can be a daunting task. With details changing daily and even more unknown elements, it can be hard to know where to begin. But begin you must. Your event budget becomes your guide throughout the event planning process to help you make key decisions. Creating a detailed and realistic budget template goes hand-in-hand with a successful event.

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Cvent: Event Marketing

SEPTEMBER 5, 2018

Being a successful event planner is synonymous with juggling fire in front of a crowd. It’s difficult, but brilliant when done correctly. Whether you’re an event planner by profession or by chance, this blog is for you. These are five things event planners should know. The importance of… Organization. Before you dive in head first and start planning, make sure you have an organized system in place.

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Hubilo Blog

SEPTEMBER 4, 2018

“With the overwhelming number of conferences, panels and happy hours taking place in a given event cycle, the personalization factor is a marketing must. Understanding attendees’ personal interests is critical to standing out and marketing to all of these individuals.” – Adweek. Events are no longer a social gathering. They are now a powerful and effective marketing tool, a platform for people from all over the world to meet and network for purposes ranging from business to cause.

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BizBash

SEPTEMBER 4, 2018

Hosts: David Adler, Beth Kormanik. Guest: Christie Cook In this episode of GatherGeeks, David Adler, C.E.O. of BizBash, and Beth Kormanik.

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Event Industry News

SEPTEMBER 4, 2018

Registration for Event Tech Live (ETL) 2018 opens today with the organiser, sponsors, exhibitors and visitors relishing the prospect of two full days of the cutting edge. Multiple systems are in in place to steer visitors to the content that fits their specification, helping everyone get the very best from the Event Tech Live experience. ETL Co-founder, Adam Parry, comments: “It’s a really exciting, big step up to two days and reaction has been fantastic.

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Bizzabo

SEPTEMBER 4, 2018

Learn how robots, drones and Elvis can help you deliver an experience that your attendees will never forget in this list of 20+ creative corporate event ideas. You may have amazing speakers, an impressive event agenda and a strong event brand , but there’s another element that you can’t forget when putting together ideas for your next corporate event.

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Cvent: Event Marketing

SEPTEMBER 4, 2018

Every great event has multiple puzzle pieces that all work together to engage attendees. Social media and event photography go hand in hand to increase attendee engagement. Photo walls are meant to engage your attendees and create a social media presence. They’re worth the investment because, if they’re done well, people remember them and will keep posting even after the event ends.

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BizBash

SEPTEMBER 4, 2018

1. NEW YORKER FESTIVAL DROPS STEVE BANNON FOLLOWING BACKLASH: The New Yorker disinvited former White House chief strategist Steve Bannon.

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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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ePly

SEPTEMBER 5, 2018

Ever feel like your event swag is a little stale? Don’t fret! We understand that it can be hard to keep on top of what’s trending and what’s not in the world of promotional items, especially with a to-do list a mile long. Check out these five popular swag items that any of your attendees would love to get at your next event!

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Event Industry News

SEPTEMBER 5, 2018

RFID implementation sees bar queues reduced, trade increased at this year’s 2000trees festival, 12 – 14 July, 2018. 2000trees, the latest UK festival to go 100% cashless using RFID technology, has proclaimed the move a great success and credits its new system, provided by PlayPass, with improving the customer experience along with trading efficiency.

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Tito Blog | An Event Blog for Organisers

SEPTEMBER 5, 2018

Sandra works (almost) all the time. She has three job titles, has created engagement programs for 18 million developers, and somehow made time to answer five questions for me. Sandra Persing (pictured below) is a global strategist for Mozilla, specifically focusing on developer events and sponsorship outreach. She's also the co-founder of the DevRel Summit Group, and an advisory board member for Women Who Code.

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BizBash

SEPTEMBER 4, 2018

Topiary has long been a favorite of event designers due to its flexibility: The shrubbery can be shaped into company.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 7, 2018

Maria Elena Armenta Mahekal Beach Resort in Playa del Carmen, Mexico has added Armenta as director of sales and marketing. Most recently, she was group account director at The Westin La Paloma Resort & Spa in Tucson, Arizona. Previously, Armenta served as regional director of Florida and the Caribbean Islands for Preferred Hotel Group and regional director of sales at The Delano and The Shore Club in Miami.

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Eventory

SEPTEMBER 5, 2018

Calculating the event ticket prices is one of the vital event planning steps. Setting the prices too high may cause the lack of attendees. Setting them too low won’t let you reach the break-even point of the event. Every event organizer should learn the gentle art of balancing the price of the ticket between the budget and VIP solution. Check our tips and master this trick.

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Tito Blog | An Event Blog for Organisers

SEPTEMBER 3, 2018

It’s disgraceful that someone should be made to feel unsafe at an industry event where they went to learn, or speak. But if that happens, why not just contact the conference organizer, contact the police, contact the venue, and contact their employer. Just zero f **g tolerance. That seems pretty straight forward, right? Turns out it’s not. Mike Monteiro , here, acknowledges that he's a man.

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BizBash

SEPTEMBER 5, 2018

1. THE ECONOMIST KEEPS STEVE BANNON AT FESTIVAL DESPITE NEW YORKER DECISION: A day after the New Yorker disinvited Steve.

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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!

Eventbrite UK

SEPTEMBER 7, 2018

In our new series looking at the challenging business of fundraising, we profile successful charity event organisers to learn how they unite supporters for their cause. The debt of gratitude we owe to those who have fought for our country is widely acknowledged, but turning that into actual donations is still a battle. Stephen Oatley […]. The post Lessons in Successful Fundraising – An Interview with ABF The Soldiers’ Charity appeared first on Eventbrite UK Blog.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 6, 2018

The Internet of Things (IoT) has long been heralded for its power to increase productivity and decrease labor costs by connecting everyday objects with each other via the internet, but the hospitality industry is turning out to be one of the early beneficiaries of what GE is calling The Third Wave of Innovation. Jeff Sobieski, CTO of Telkonet , the EcoSmart Automation Platform that creates a guest experience that intelligently responds to usage and preferences while reducing energy consumption a

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Bizzabo

SEPTEMBER 6, 2018

Inspire your donor engagement strategy with these 10 innovative fundraising event examples. Featuring puppies, haircuts and human-powered cars. With the growing popularity of digital donation sites like GoFundMe, Indiegogo, and Crowdrise, in-person fundraising events are more important than ever. Sending money to a nonprofit without ever interacting with a live human being can’t compare to the uniquely dynamic connections that can be made in person.

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