SpotMe Blog

AUGUST 25, 2022

New to hybrid event planning? A hybrid event can be a great investment for your company – in fact, 86% of B2B organizations that host one see a positive ROI within 7 months. But, to get to that ROI, you first have to know how to plan a hybrid event – and that’s where it gets tricky. What is a hybrid event?

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StraussCA

JUNE 13, 2024

Organize workshops or talks on eco-friendly practices to engage and educate them. Example: Host a sustainability workshop or education session where experts discuss green practices in the industry. Provide attendees with a digital sustainability guide with tips on reducing their environmental impact.

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Endless Events

MAY 13, 2022

Being an event planner, event manager, or event marketer is a difficult job that demands a lot of energy and knowledge, but many of us are drawn to it because it is – above all else – rewarding. But how does one prepare for a career in event planning? Event planning is an umbrella term.

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Master the Event

FEBRUARY 11, 2024

If you’re new to the meetings and events industry then you have probably done a fair amount of research to try and determine which event planning degree is best for you. I often get asked for my opinion on which event planning degree is the best in the industry.

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Expo Pass

JANUARY 25, 2023

An event planning conference! These events give you the chance to make real connections with like-minded people, learn from industry experts, and come up with fresh new ideas. In this article, we share our list of event-planning conferences in 2023 that you won’t want to miss out on! The Event Planner EXPO.

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Event Planning BluePrint

MARCH 25, 2024

Embarking on a journey in event planning can be incredibly rewarding, offering a dynamic and creative career path. Whether you’re a novice eager to break into the industry or an experienced planner seeking to enhance your skills , understanding the fundamentals of event planning is crucial.

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Attendease

FEBRUARY 20, 2019

You’d think that, given that the Oxford Economics and Events Industry Council reports that “meetings generated $1,294 of spending per participant,” event and meeting planners would be given budgetary free rein to produce the kinds of events needed to generate these economic returns. Event Personalization.

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Master the Event

DECEMBER 11, 2023

When reality hits one tends to think back on your education and wonder “What did I get myself into?” Previous Related Event Planning Standards Articles: Are Meeting and Event Planners Happy in Their Jobs? Are Event Planning Standards Slipping? Is this the fault of our education system?

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Eventmobi

DECEMBER 8, 2022

For over 25 years, The Canadian Meetings + Events Expo (CMEE) has brought together meeting planners of all kinds – independent, corporate, or government – with event suppliers. Meet the Person Behind the Magic. Event Goals and Challenges. Event Goal. About the CMEE. The Challenge. Interactive Agendas.

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Eventmobi

DECEMBER 8, 2022

For over 25 years, The Canadian Meetings + Events Expo (CMEE) has brought together meeting planners of all kinds – independent, corporate, or government – with event suppliers. Meet the Person Behind the Magic. Event Goals and Challenges. Event Goal. About the CMEE. The Challenge. Interactive Agendas.

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Event Leadership Institute

MAY 28, 2020

.” Now, this statement is more relevant than ever with the significant disruption the meeting and event landscape has faced. Over the last two months, we’ve brought together experts from every facet of the event and meeting industry to share their ideas and insights on timely topics. . Help spread the word!

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Event Planning BluePrint

OCTOBER 30, 2022

There’s just one thing left – making your career as an event planner official “on paper.” . But what are the top event planning courses for planners? Not to mention the fact that you won’t know the tips & tricks, ins and outs, and trade secrets that come along with formal education. Event Planning Blueprint.

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Attendease

JUNE 4, 2024

But in reality, these things should complement—not replace—what actually delivers a great experience, event after event. In this post, we’ve outlined 9 fundamentals that make every meeting and event an awesome experience—for your attendees and your team. LEARN MORE: 7 Event KPIs That Will Prove You Put on a Great Event 4.

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Grenadine

APRIL 27, 2021

That being said, it can be difficult to know where to look when you’re itching for some fresh faces – which is why we’ve compiled this handy list of top professional event planning associations our clients recommend: MPI: Meeting Professionals International. APA: American Planning Association.

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Expo Pass

MARCH 22, 2023

You’re about to plan your first event. The surprises, the last-minute saves, and all of the people we’ve gotten to meet along the way. All of this is ahead of you, but first, you’ve gotta plan that first A+ event. Start your event planning by outlining your purpose for the occasion. Congratulations!

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Master the Event

DECEMBER 10, 2023

Attending event planning conferences and tradeshows is a great opportunity to augment and grow your industry knowledge. If I’ve learned anything (and I have) over the years to be successful when planning a conference or meeting, it is imperative to not only have access to but understand the tools available to help as well.

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Event Farm

DECEMBER 8, 2022

Event planning has changed drastically since the COVID-19 pandemic—from cancellations and postponements to the new wave of virtual and hybrid events, event planners had to pivot quickly in order to stay afloat. Couldn’t join us for Event Exhale? Educate them. Check out the session recording!

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SpotMe Blog

JULY 6, 2021

But with change comes growth, and if the last year (and a half) has taught us anything, it’s that events are more transitional than ever. Keep reading to find out how today’s event specialists are making events work for them from planning and organizing, to design and production. You just might learn something.

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Eventmobi

JUNE 11, 2018

But for an event planner, it’s also an opportunity to “borrow” (read: steal) creative ideas for their next event. Event planning trend: better use of design thinking and feedback. Several sessions at MPI WEC focused on the concept of using design thinking and crowdsourcing feedback to enhance event planning and execution.

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Eventmobi

MAY 23, 2024

Oftentimes, conferences include keynote speakers and workshop sessions, each designed to educate attendees. That said, conventions also aim to educate attendees via speeches, panels, and workshops. These aim to educate attendees on tech ideas and products while also encouraging networking. Event planning is never easy.

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Bizzabo

JUNE 2, 2021

Ever wonder how CMP, CSEP, CPCE, CGMP prepare you for event planning? Curious if event planning certifications can actually help you learn more about the industry or take your career to the next level? We'll also show you how to use online event planning classes to your advantage at the end of the article.

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Event Industry News

JANUARY 16, 2020

The Meetings Show , the UK’s leading event which brings together the world’s meetings and events community for unrivalled opportunities, is calling on professionals to submit papers for its 2020 education programme. For more information about The Meetings Show, visit www.themeetingsshow.com.

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QC Event School

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

Starting a new business in event planning can be a very profitable venture. In this blog post, we’ll teach you how to start an event planning business from scratch in 6 easy steps! So, if you’re ready to start planning some amazing events, keep reading!

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Master the Event

DECEMBER 12, 2023

The meeting and event planning industry, like most industries, has no shortage of associations. But how do you know which event planning association is right for you? Are you looking for an event planning association to network and, perhaps, find your future clients? And some both.

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QC Event School

JULY 27, 2021

Not sure if online event planning classes are the right fit for YOU? QC Event School Student Ambassador, Tamesha Antria, is here to help you decide once and for all! Tamesha is a graduate of QC’s Event & Wedding Planning, Event Decor, and Virtual Events Training courses. A Little About Me.

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Master the Event

MARCH 11, 2024

When it comes to meeting and event planning it is imperative to keep up with all things current and on trend. The planning industry is in a constant state of transformation and countless tweaks, changes and variations are the norm as the business of meeting and event planning repeatedly reinvents itself.

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Event Leadership Institute

DECEMBER 30, 2019

That’s why continuing education–in the classroom, online, or at professional conferences–plays a critical role in qualifying you for more and better opportunities. Here’s why continuing education should be part of your 2020 plans. Continuing education courses expand your current understanding of a topic.

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QC Event School

JUNE 20, 2022

When it comes to finding the right event planning school, there are a lot of things to consider. How can you tell if an event planning academy is reputable or not? In this article, we’ll show you how to choose an event planning school that’s right for YOU and your career goals!

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Eventsforce

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

We spoke to three tech-savvy event planners asking them: How, or if, their event planning has been impacted. What effect this has had on their event production. How they feel Omicron will impact the events industry this year. Graham Blair, Associate Director of Education and Events, Royal College of Anaesthetists.

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Endless Events

JUNE 5, 2023

But this diversity of education and experience begs the question, do you need event planning certifications to stand out? Why Have Event Planning Certifications? And because we still struggle with event-specific education in post-secondary school, I think this is a good stopgap. He has the CSEP.

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Endless Events

JANUARY 27, 2023

Ashley Lawson is a big name in the travel meetings and incentives industry. In a recent Event Brew episode on event inspiration , Deanna named Ashley as someone she goes to for inspiration and to bounce ideas off. I’ve always had a love for events,” says Ashley. “It Her response: attendee education.

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QC Event School

APRIL 12, 2022

So, you’re thinking of a career as an event planner. Now the question is: should you start an event planning business? More to the point – is event planning the right career for you in the first place? Is Event Planning Hard? What Does an Event Planner Do? That’s great!

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Attendease

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Higher education events (including classes as an event type) come in all shapes and sizes, from public to private; virtual, to in-person or hybrid; large or small…the list goes on. And departments are siloed, relying on multiple tools (including endless spreadsheets) to manage a complex portfolio of classes and events.

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Master the Event

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

While I’m sure that many are legit, you do have to be careful on selecting which event planning seminars to attend. You should always ask yourself the question “what is it I intend to achieve by attending this event planning seminar”. Many companies offer seminars as part of their company’s marketing plan.

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Velvet Chainsaw

AUGUST 2, 2023

Upgrade Session Descriptions: Let’s refine a session description from ASAE’s 2023 Annual Meeting titled “Use Your Annual Meeting to Jump Start Your Content Strategy”: Original Description: “Your annual meeting is the one time of year where you get hundreds (or even thousands!)

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Event Industry News

JUNE 18, 2019

As The Meetings Show prepares to open its doors for the seventh year, the show is shaking up its education programme to deliver more than 40 hours of learning in a variety of exciting new formats.

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Master the Event

DECEMBER 13, 2023

An event planner must be all things to all people and be able to easily blend in and work as part of a team while wearing not only the sales hat but the operations hat as well. The position often includes but is so not limited to organizing and planning, promotions and client services, logistics and execution.

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