Socio Events

MARCH 31, 2023

The importance of event management Event management makes all the difference between a lackluster experience and a winning function. When an event is managed successfully, it optimizes the experience for attendees, sponsors, speakers, and vendors, so they can make the most of it.

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Quickmobile

NOVEMBER 21, 2017

Exercise is a great stress reliever—but that doesn’t mean a corporate event planner can turn around and warrior pose on the office floor when they need a break. The secret is that exercise gives you endorphins, the ‘happiness hormone’, which lessens pain and decreases stress. contacting potential speakers.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 7, 2018

When more than 750 financial and insurance conference professionals converged at JW Marriott Orlando Grande Lakes the first week of November for FICP Annual Conference 2018, the message that event professionals need to move from simply managing logistics to helping people make meaningful connections was loud and clear in word and deed.

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Stova

AUGUST 17, 2023

As event professionals, it's our responsibility to create environments that not only stimulate creativity and networking but also promote the holistic wellbeing of our attendees. With this in mind, let's delve into five effective ways to prioritize attendee wellbeing in your events.

Technology 52

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Socio Events

JUNE 22, 2021

The pandemic changed business as we knew it and forced event managers to pivot their in-person gatherings to virtual venues—or else forgo events for the foreseeable future. As municipalities shut down, event managers struggled to reimagine their in-person events as digital experiences. What technology will you use?

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The Castle Group

JULY 5, 2023

Event Trend #2: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion We have seen an incredible shift in organizations prioritizing diversity, equity, and inclusion in their corporate missions and cultures—and extending that priority into event strategies—from sourcing diverse event venues and suppliers to selecting speakers.

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Eventsforce

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

So, is it that event organizers aren’t doing enough to engage with them, or is the nature of virtually attending an event intrinsically a poor experience? To take this idea further, you could also include a digital event bag, including gift vouchers, discount codes, or perhaps a free trial for an exciting piece of software.

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Eventsforce

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

So, is it that event organizers aren’t doing enough to engage with them, or is the nature of virtually attending an event intrinsically a poor experience? To take this idea further, you could also include a digital event bag, including gift vouchers, discount codes, or perhaps a free trial for an exciting piece of software.

Entertainment 97

Entertainment Event Apps Technology Events 97

The Castle Group

AUGUST 21, 2023

For example, TikTok influencers support themselves financially by doing what they love, whether it’s makeup, shopping, cooking, exercise, etc. Integrate unique experiences To keep Gen Z engaged in your event, it is crucial to differentiate it from similar events by offering unique experiences they haven’t seen before.

Sustainability 52

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 7, 2018

When more than 750 financial and insurance conference professionals converged at JW Marriott Orlando Grande Lakes the first week of November for FICP Annual Conference 2018, the message that event professionals need to move from simply managing logistics to helping people make meaningful connections was loud and clear in word and deed.

Financial 51

Financial Insurance Hospitality Conference 51

Stova

MARCH 16, 2023

Continuous Improvement This simple concept is often anything but simple - identifying the parts of our events that warrant repeating, and those that do not. Accuracy here requires a balanced view of the event’s performance. We have curated a list of five products to use at your next event that will attract and excite attendees.

2023 40

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Cvent: Event Marketing

MAY 22, 2018

Without content, what is your event even about? Content sourcing is probably one of the most important aspects of planning an event. It involves aligning content with event goals, attendee expectations, and sourcing speakers to give engaging, informative, and entertaining presentations. Finding speakers.

Event Planning 58

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Eventsforce

APRIL 30, 2021

Managing attendee, speaker and other stakeholders’ expectations is a key focus for your event success. They access your email link and attend the event. For example, will you be requiring anyone at the event to show a certificate to evidence that they are Covid free? 2) Be Clear on Your Admissions Policy .

Insurance 66

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Eventsforce

DECEMBER 5, 2019

Using an event app to keep your attendees up to date with all that happens as the event continues is a great way of enhancing their experience. You will want your delegates to be able to access the very latest event information. With many events running simultaneous tracks it’s impossible.

Event Management 86

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Endless Events

JULY 20, 2018

This is why it’s important to adopt a long-term strategy so that all essentials are taken care of at least a year before the event. Then, you have to start scouting the venue, vendors, and speakers, with your eyes set on a specific date. You also need to create a way for engagement to happen, ideally via the event app.

Trade Shows 87

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Bizzabo

MAY 14, 2018

This event helps Namely engage their customers and also serves as an intimate networking event for the participants. 2) Pick an Interesting Venue. Imagine organizing an event on a private island in the caribbean. 3) Design an Interesting Venue. Make your event stand out on its own. Source: Wistia.

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Endless Events

JUNE 14, 2018

Typically during conference sessions, the attendees are seated and listening to the speaker, not getting many steps in, but with the options of bike rentals, the attendees can bike to the event or bike around the city at the end of each day to stay active. Exercise Center. Hotels apps with added discounts are a bonus.

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Planning Pod

APRIL 12, 2020

Promotion – Will marketing or promotional efforts be required Geographical radius – What region or area will you be attracting attendees from Content – What type of content fits the purpose and audience needs (speakers, presentations, entertainment, etc.) Step 3 – Establish a realistic event budget.

Food and Beverage 206

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Stova

MARCH 17, 2023

The Attendee Perspective Listen closely and think carefully about the benefits of attending your event from the attendee's perspective. Simply listing speaker names and features for your event (100 exhibitors, 20 keynote speakers.) Often there are complex motivations for attending an event.

Event Marketing 40

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Stova

MARCH 17, 2023

Fully integrated event management software platforms offer so much technology for experiential marketers, like wearables with NFC or RFID technology, mobile event apps, event badging and printing, facial recognition, data collection, and so much more. The same concept applies to your offline marketing activities.

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Certain

OCTOBER 14, 2016

Be sure to make it known to the influencers how much you appreciate their involvement and continue to engage in discussion with them during and after the event. Plan Compelling Sessions and Speakers. What good is an event without some first class speakers and sessions. This way, attendees will want to come to your event.

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Social Tables

DECEMBER 27, 2018

For venues and planners, that means looking into the crystal ball to get ahead of event trends and expectations. Here, we cover the top 19 trends which promise to shake up event planning and hospitality in 2019 and beyond. Key Takeaway for Venues. Key Takeaway for Venues. Click To Tweet.

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Cvent: Event Marketing

APRIL 10, 2019

It takes a great deal of time and effort to manage an event and involves communication with multiple teams and vendors. Event planning encompasses tasks at all stages of the event cycle, like event marketing, event sponsors, venue sourcing, event branding, building an event website, and more.

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Planning Pod

AUGUST 24, 2019

When you get down to it, event marketing educates your potential attendees about the scope and theme of your event; provides the particulars about the event (reasons to attend, location, date/time, speakers/entertainment, etc.); piques their interest; and generates buzz surrounding your event. Event hashtag usage.

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Planning Pod

AUGUST 24, 2019

When you get down to it, event marketing educates your potential attendees about the scope and theme of your event; provides the particulars about the event (reasons to attend, location, date/time, speakers/entertainment, etc.); piques their interest; and generates buzz surrounding your event. Key differentiator.

Event Marketing 60

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