The Castle Group

JULY 5, 2023

Event Trend #3: Technology With advances in artificial intelligence and virtual reality, the tech sweeping the world is changing the events industry. Event apps include robust tools such as digital business cards to help facilitate faster networking and post-event follow-up.

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Endless Events

JUNE 10, 2022

If you had a huge tech issue, talk about it upfront and ask for the attendee’s experience. Event apps. If your crowd is tech-inclined, you can add the survey to the event app you are using. Let your staff know ahead of time that you’ll be asking for their feedback on a few things post-event.

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

Back before virtual events were the norm, planners already dabbled in event apps. And one of the great things about this particular piece of event tech is push notifications. And if you want to really drive the engagement home with something unique, include mindfulness and exercise sessions in the mix.

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Eventsforce

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

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. It is stating the obvious because, of course, you want quality production and quality content for your virtual event. 2) Quality Production and Quality Content .

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Eventsforce

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

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. It is stating the obvious because, of course, you want quality production and quality content for your virtual event. 2) Quality Production and Quality Content .

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Eventbase

MAY 8, 2018

Most importantly, they provide brands with an invaluable event concierge service that acts as a round-the-clock connection between brand and audience. In early 2017, Eventbase became the first event app to launch a fully integrated chatbot as part of the app at SXSW with chat bot Abby.

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The Castle Group

AUGUST 21, 2023

Tech-savvy and tech-dependent : Gen Zers grew up with the internet and cell phones – and don’t know a world without them! For example, TikTok influencers support themselves financially by doing what they love, whether it’s makeup, shopping, cooking, exercise, etc. Gen Z is known for monetizing their hobbies.

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Eventsforce

DECEMBER 5, 2019

Want the lowdown on all things event tech? Making sure you have satisfied attendees at every stage of the event lifecycle is what most organisers strive for when managing events. It is also one of the most important performance metrics used when measuring event success. Want to keep up with event tech?

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Bizzabo

FEBRUARY 5, 2021

Maximize Event App Adoption. The majority (62%) of marketers believe a mobile app for an event can help drive event engagement. And in a hybrid future, event apps will be a valuable engagement tool helping to bridge the gap between audiences. Experiment With Innovative Tech. Source: DJ Neekola.

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Eventmobi

APRIL 2, 2018

Reviewing your content and ensuring it’s ready to share with your audience is definitely a best practice and something that you should always exercise before you launch your event app to your attendees. As our clients’ events approach, we take the time to review each event app with great care.

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Eventsforce

MARCH 24, 2020

If you bolster your FAQs page on your event website and direct people to it for the latest updates, make sure you are keeping on top of it. You may want to use your event app, but it’s unlikely that delegates would have downloaded it anyway because most people only do that just before or at the event.

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SmartMeetings

AUGUST 3, 2017

Tech explosion. The majority of guests today are self-sufficient, tech-savvy travelers who are comfortable using apps or mobile websites. At business meetings and conferences, travelers expect hotels and conference centers to have high quality tech equipment and a knowledgeable support staff. 2017 Update. 2017 Update.

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Eventory

DECEMBER 4, 2018

If they are tech-savvy and love new technologies – you can give it a shot. Use multiple channels, such as email and event app, so everybody gets the notice. Keep this information always up to date with the real-time communication tool, such as Eventory event app. 2019 corporate event trends.

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SmartMeetings

JULY 1, 2020

Pack your bag” emails got people excited, icebreakers added fun to networking exercises and a virtual scavenger hunt on the mobile app gamified the experience and highlighted sponsors. An event app promoted even more interactivity during and after the conference. Smart Tip : That plane turned out to be a metaphorical jet.

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Cvent: Event Marketing

MAY 22, 2018

Make sure you are getting the most out of your event by using a lead retrieval software to identify, rate, and follow-up with the most promising leads. Mobile Event App. A mobile event app isn’t just a fun tech experience to give your attendees. Your coworkers, event tech, previous event plans, etc.

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Socio Events

JUNE 22, 2021

Before 2020, the word “virtual,” was synonymous with things like virtual reality goggles and cool tech gadgets. 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.

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Boomset

OCTOBER 1, 2017

FEATURED VENUE: INTREPID SEA, AIR & SPACE MUSEUM Images courtesy of the Intrepid Museum From trade shows to fundraising galas, the Intrepid is one of the most unique spaces to host an event in NYC.

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Eventsforce

APRIL 30, 2021

As your hybrid event involves more moving parts and more tech than either an in-person or a virtual event it is imperative that you reduce the risk of data theft by thinking through where there is potential for exploitation. But, with hybrid events it is also about understanding how the content will work for both audiences.

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Socio Events

MAY 21, 2020

You might consider offering extra points — maybe double — for this year’s virtual event with the understanding that you’re creating a mutually beneficial, long-term relationship. Points can also be used for discounts, upgrades, or offsetting future event spends. A client recently told us how her event app helped save her business.

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SmartMeetings

JUNE 5, 2020

Pack your bag” emails got people excited, icebreaker questions added fun to networking exercises and a virtual scavenger hunt on the mobile app gamified the experience and highlighted sponsors. An event app was created to promote interactivity during and after the conference.

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Planning Pod

APRIL 12, 2020

Style – What should the theme or tone of the event be (luxury/high-end, modern, tech oriented, rustic, etc.) Questions of where and when to hold your event are also not to be taken lightly, and there are many criteria to consider when making these decisions. First the venue.

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Eventmobi

JUNE 6, 2019

It’s no surprise that today’s event attendee expects event technology such as an event app to be provided at your event. Easy access to information, a convenient way to see updates in the schedule, and tools to interact with speakers and attendees play a big role in a seamless event experience.

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Endless Events

JULY 20, 2018

This guide makes the exercise easier by defining the 5 best practices for getting your audience glued to your event. You also need to create a way for engagement to happen, ideally via the event app. Engagement happens on multiple levels, and it’s a bit difficult to understand what really makes it tick.

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Canadian Special Events

AUGUST 16, 2017

Many planners today use a variety of technology tools to help them save time in planning and managing events. From event management systems like Eventsforce to event apps, engagement tools, marketing automation, analytics and so on, no one can dispute the countless benefits these systems bring in terms of time management.

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Endless Events

JUNE 14, 2018

Exercise Center. Although this sounds like a common amenity, it’s nice to make sure there is an exercise center inside the hotel to accommodate those with healthy lifestyles. I would also check to see how big the exercise center is and what types of equipment they have, and if there are fees to use it. In-Room Coffee Maker.

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Bizzabo

MAY 14, 2018

Stableview Tech has grown to become one of the largest tech events in Canada and has constantly strove to seek big name partners such as major law firms and the fourth largest stock exchange during the event. 8) Use Event Management Software. Nobody said running an event was easy. 15) Event Live Stream.

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Eventmobi

AUGUST 14, 2023

panels, workshops) into smaller groups, to facilitate networking, conversation, and exercises. A leadership session could involve role-playing exercises or a roundtable discussion with prompts. Consider guided meditation, a breathing exercise, or a quiet collaborative activity. What Are Conference Breakout Sessions? Leadership.

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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. Then, evolve your event’s engagement metrics in partnership with stakeholders.

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Social Tables

DECEMBER 27, 2018

Mindfulness areas and places to “unplug” have become the new norm, giving attendees a much-needed chance to escape from the abundant stimulation of tech-driven events. Meditation is guided, massages are given, tech-free zones are created — the list goes on. Don’t sleep on San Jose’s tech scene!). Hey Denver.).

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Cvent: Event Marketing

APRIL 10, 2019

Are you planning an internal or external event? An internal event is one within your organization put on for employees. This event could be an appreciation event, a holiday party, training, teambuilding exercise, and more. An external event is one outside of the organization that looks to register attendees.

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