Conferences that Work

AUGUST 21, 2023

Seth Godin makes the same point when talking about the future of education and what we can do about it in his 2012 TEDxYouth@BFS talk. Instead, design meetings to connect the dots Here are five suggestions: Build your event around conversation rather than content. Watch this 30-second clip. A Letter to Myself.

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Eventmobi

JANUARY 25, 2024

Event organizers are always looking for new and innovative ways to satisfy their ultimate goal: engage attendees and offer them an immersive event experience. Research even shows that 89% of individuals would spend more time on an app if it included some elements of gamification. What Is Event App Gamification?

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Attendease

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

What does 2024 hold for the events industry? Thanks to rapid innovation and the global sharing of ideas entrenched in technology, event managers and planners have started experimenting with new methods and ideas in order to create the perfect blueprint for their events.

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Attendease

JANUARY 25, 2024

One of the most effective ways to harness patients’ passion and engage them in healthcare fundraising is by hosting events. Events provide a unique opportunity to promote your cause, generate support from patients, and show appreciation for patient donors. Plan an inclusive event. Use multichannel marketing.

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Event Farm

OCTOBER 8, 2021

The event experience for an attendee begins not at check-in or registration, but when they encounter your event for the first time, perhaps in an email or on your website. If your event branding conveys the right vibe, the first impression piques their interest, captures their attention, and dwells in their mind. Ryan Costello?

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Eventmobi

DECEMBER 7, 2023

The best events are ones that actively encourage attendee participation. That’s why we’ve curated 23 unique event engagement ideas, including special strategies for: Pre-event and post-event engagement Annual conferences Virtual events Ready for some audience engagement examples to make your next event better than ever?

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Eventmobi

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Ever noticed how the best event websites pique your curiosity and get you excited about attending–no matter how far away the event actually is? That’s because the most effective websites for events aren’t just online brochures. What is an Event Website? Download Now What Makes a Good Event Website?

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Eventmobi

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

As an event planner, you want to surprise your attendees (in a good way!) and offer 37 specific conference gift bag ideas to inspire you when planning your next event! Swag bags (AKA goodie bags or gift bags) contain gifts for your conference attendees and offer them something to remember the event by.

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Eventmobi

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

A reliable team Planning a conference is not a one-person show. Rather than attempting to plan an event on your own, bring together a team of professionals and volunteers you can rely on. An event tech stack Whether you’re hosting an in-person, virtual, or hybrid conference, tech’s going to play a crucial role.

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Expo Pass

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

To encourage your creativity, we’ve put together a list of five trade show booth ideas. Use social media platforms to build hype around your booth and when the event starts, the heavy lifting of attracting an audience will already be done. You can be that cool kid by using VR and AR in your trade show booth. Hit it, DJ!

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Eventmobi

DECEMBER 8, 2022

About the CMEE. 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. As an experienced trade and consumer show executive, Melissa has been the show manager of the CMEE for nearly 6 years.

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Eventmobi

DECEMBER 8, 2022

About the CMEE. 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. As an experienced trade and consumer show executive, Melissa has been the show manager of the CMEE for nearly 6 years.

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Event Apps 2022 Meetings Education 195

Attendease

DECEMBER 18, 2018

You’ve decided on the type of event you’re going to hold. You’re crafting a registration landing page that any attendee will find easy to use.The only thing missing is memorable merchandise that will commemorate your event and spread the word about your organization. Find out what your attendees want.

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Attendease

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

Whether you’ve gawked at the lineups outside an Apple Store for the newest iPhone the week after an Apple Event, stumbled upon a unique pop-up during your lunch break, or waded through the crowds around your local convention centre after an auto show, one thing is for certain: experiential marketing is more popular and more effective than ever.

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EventMB

MAY 22, 2022

In this extensive guide to trade show booths, we provide ten creative examples in each of the following categories: 1 Trade show booth ideas for small budgets. Trade show booth ideas that attract visitors. Creative trade show booth ideas. Trade show booth ideas: 10×10.

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Eventmobi

AUGUST 14, 2023

What do you remember most about your last conference? How about the breakout sessions that connected you with fellow attendees or helped you learn a new skill? Read on for 37 creative conference breakout session ideas to add to your next conference program! How Do You Make a Breakout Session Interesting & Productive?

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 18, 2023

Accor Survey: “Meeting Expectations: The Future of Meetings & Events” World-leading hospitality group Accor operates a diverse hospitality group of over 40 hotel brands, from luxury to economy. Breaking down the Accor survey results The results showed an overwhelmingly positive outlook for the industry.

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Attendease

APRIL 14, 2023

Event email marketing is one of the most powerful online strategies you can use to promote events. This guide provides everything you need to consider when creating an effective email marketing strategy for your event. Companies who sponsored your events in the past, but haven’t sponsored any recently. Let’s begin!

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Attendease

NOVEMBER 11, 2019

There is no doubt how important it is to use social media to promote your events and create buzz. Here are some tips to make the most out of your event’s social media strategy. Should I create a Facebook Event to help promote my event? You can boost the event by creating a paid post in order to reach more users.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

How to incorporate a sense of belonging into the attendee event experience The phrase “sense of belonging” is defined as the psychological feeling of connectedness to a social, spatial, cultural, professional or other type of group or community (Hurtado & Carter, 1997).

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Food and Beverage Sustainability Entertainment Hotels 98

TicketBud

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

With school events, holidays and travel, it can be easy to lose touch with communities and audiences. But the season also provides many opportunities to connect through specially timed and themed events. According to Bizzabo, most marketing professionals (95%) recognize the value events hold for creating in-person connections.

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Eventmobi

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

What do you hope your members feel when they think about your organization? Perhaps excited about an upcoming event, proud to contribute to your successes, or grateful to be part of your community. Member experience describes how people view, feel about, and engage with your organization’s brand. Streamlined. Accessible.

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Expo Pass

APRIL 27, 2023

Get ready to blow your guests’ minds with this show-stopping idea: plan a live art performance! Whether it’s a rockin’ concert, a mesmerizing live painting, or another spectacular show, this entertainment option is the secret sauce for planning unforgettable creative events. Choosing the right live art.

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Eventmobi

JUNE 17, 2020

Online events are not new, but it took months of lockdowns and travel bans for the industry to finally consider them as a long-term solution. However, it’s important to realize that presenting at a virtual event is very different from in-person. Keep the design simple and consistent. Cover one takeaway per slide.

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Attendease

APRIL 11, 2019

Hundreds of logistics decisions go into planning a successful event. Between the effort expended choosing a venue, organizing sessions and managing other major responsibilities, it can be tempting to let little details like registration page design fall off your radar. Why Your Event Website Needs a Consistent Design.

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Eventmobi

AUGUST 30, 2018

The challenge to keep attendees engaged at your events has never been greater. Decreasing attention spans, intensified vendor competition, and heightened attendee demands to be wowed are putting the pressure on event planners. Which leads us to event experience design – the event planner’s new best friend.

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Social Tables

JUNE 1, 2023

Professional event planners and marketers know that there is no one-size-fits all strategy for successful event marketing. Marketers are tasked with reaching members of their target audience, enticing them to register for an event, and continuing communications all the way up to the event to encourage attendance.

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Expo Pass

OCTOBER 19, 2022

From our coffee in the morning to our favorite TV show at night – branding is never quite out of sight. But how important is branding for events? Events are experiences and communities – not just products or entertainment. Event branding is key to unlocking all of this and much more. Makes an amazing first impression.

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Master the Event

FEBRUARY 10, 2024

There are only so many original event planning ideas out there. Event planning is no different; there are only so many original ideas out there. So how do we make them seem fresh and new? There’s tons of ideas out there waiting for a new twist. Design and decor don’t have to be a budget buster.

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Expo Pass

MAY 17, 2023

It’s the perfect opportunity to celebrate the special bond between humans and our furry friends (or include animals in your next event). Giving your guests the chance to interact with a variety of four-legged friends can help your event stand out. To make a positive impact on the lives of our furry friends, host a fundraising event!

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ePly

JANUARY 14, 2024

And not just a success, but a spectacular event that people will be talking about for years to come. We will go over the types of exhibitions, explain the CEM designation, give you a step-by-step exhibition checklist, team training recommendations, exhibition management best practices, hot tips and tricks, and more.

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Eventmobi

DECEMBER 9, 2020

With their first hybrid event MEET THE CHANGE, the German meetings industry association MEET GERMANY needed to deliver an innovative event format. The goal was to make change tangible, to trade key learnings from the past months, to bundle forces and take away fears. 5 Tips for Successful Hybrid Events.

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Social Tables

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

While some leaders choose gifts or special offers to recognize loyal customers, others host client appreciation events. In addition to providing leaders an opportunity to connect with customers face to face, the right client appreciation event ideas can demonstrate your genuine gratitude for all of the business that keeps your business going.

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Eventmobi

JUNE 11, 2018

Professionals often attend industry events to improve their craft and network with peers. But for an event planner, it’s also an opportunity to “borrow” (read: steal) creative ideas for their next event. Keynotes also held more inspirational messages for event planners vs. traditional “how-to” formats.

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Ins'Tent

JULY 20, 2023

Trade shows are an excellent opportunity for businesses to showcase their products or services, network with other professionals, and attract potential clients. However, with so many exhibitors vying for attendees’ attention, it can be challenging to have your trade show booth stand out. Roll-up/Retractable banner.

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SpotMe Blog

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

Ever tried planning and running a big event without a proper event brief? Not a good idea… With hundreds of people involved, things can quickly turn to chaos. Use an event brief to keep all the details about your event in one place. Key ingredients to hosting a great event! Event brief?

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ePly

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

You are an event planner. So, of course, your goal is to provide your attendees with an impactful, memorable event. And while that all sounds great, you might be wondering exactly how you should go about doing that. First off, you’ll need a step-by-step guide that will show you where and how to begin.

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