EventBank Insights

JANUARY 9, 2019

[link] 2019 is going to be an interesting year for event planning. New tech is driving more and more interest in announcements, trade shows are picking up pace outside of China for once, and the world of event management is getting easier and easier. Nothing makes the digital age of event attendees happier than WiFi.

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Eventsforce

JUNE 12, 2019

In this month’s round up of top event tech stories, we look at what impact the EU GDPR has had on the events industry – one year after coming into effect. Have a look at the top event tech stories you don’t want to miss: Special Events: Most Event Planners Still Struggling with GDPR, Study Shows.

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SpotMe Blog

MAY 31, 2023

And with 91% of event organizers believing an app is critical to event success , it seems clear that not harnessing the power of this digital tool could mean missing out on a huge opportunity. But how can you make the most of your event app to make a substantial profit? What are the disadvantages of in-person events?

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 29, 2021

Throughout the year, Smart Meetings has invited professionals from different corners of the event planning world to impart their knowledge. Brian Ludwig is no psychic but he does have an interest in the future; specifically, the future of event technology. Harness the Power of Negotiation to Master Your Post-Covid Events Career.

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Glow Global Events

JUNE 27, 2023

The more options you have available, the better informed decision you can make about who is the right fit for your event. This includes food and beverages, lodging, transportation, equipment rentals, sound techs and other personnel. It’s also important to be flexible and willing to negotiate.

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GEVME

NOVEMBER 7, 2018

Knowing how to prepare a venue for an event is one of the key points in event planning. Choosing a venue for an event is also one of the first negotiation points as well. If you’re lucky, the event market will offer a variety of good venues. How to prepare an event venue. Wi-Fi, tech, outlets, etc.

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SmartMeetings

JUNE 3, 2019

It’s more difficult to negotiate prices with a venue that outsources its food and beverage service, as it doesn’t have much control over food options. There’s flexibility in negotiating with a venue that provides in-house food and beverage, however, as it has more control over adjusting menus to cater to the planner’s budget.

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GEVME

NOVEMBER 7, 2018

Knowing how to prepare a venue for an event is one of the key points in event planning. Choosing a venue for an event is also one of the first negotiation points as well. If you’re lucky, the event market will offer a variety of good venues. How to prepare an event venue. Wi-Fi, tech, outlets, etc.

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EventPlanning

OCTOBER 29, 2019

Contrary to popular belief, it’s easy to start event planning with no money. Event planning is an exciting path that can be incredibly profitable for many people. As long as you are organized and detail-oriented, you can make a great living as an event planner. Two Ways To Start Event Planning.

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Hubilo Blog

AUGUST 30, 2018

But on the other hand, event planners sometimes are not able to pull off all the settings in the set budget which may lead to a minimization in the event ROI. Short lead times and event planners basically revolve around — compromise, negotiations, and smart decisions.

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SpotMe Blog

JUNE 13, 2023

These companies provide end-to-end event management services. Here are 3 benefits of working with a professional pharma event management company: Access to resources Pharma event management companies have established relationships with top venues, caterers, A/V companies, and other vendors.

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Bizzabo

AUGUST 13, 2018

Accessibility: The location of the event venue is paramount for maximizing event attendance. At 63%, accessibility is the biggest factor in choosing an event destination ( EventMB ). of planners have an event spend less than $100K — budget constraints should be conveyed to the venue from the start. Source: EventMB.

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All Seated

OCTOBER 4, 2022

Once you’ve done that deep dive, Chanda Daniels explained during the webinar that it’s more critical than ever to loop clients into a discussion about higher event planning costs. “I Even though clients likely have heard the news stories, it doesn’t mean they connect the dots to higher event-related prices. Educate Clients.

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Eventsforce

AUGUST 18, 2021

The event venue is one part of this ecosystem. You also need to consider other locations (for dine arounds etc) and attractions that your people will visit, plus their accommodation and transportation. These are components of the event ecosystem. You may wish to make some rules non-negotiable.

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Endless Events

DECEMBER 4, 2018

Enhancing Event Cybersecurity. Sustainability Is Part of the Plan. Using Wearable Tech Wisely. Despite the increasing number of events held yearly, many still feel like copycats of other successful conferences. You probably didn’t expect this trend, but it’s the elephant in the room for all events.

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Endless Events

MAY 10, 2018

For instance, a conference for people in the real estate industry would likely be very different than a conference for the tech industry. When it comes to these events familiarity is your best friend. A conference event for the tech industry is a much more adventurous affair. Everything should be new and cutting edge.

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Capterra Event Management

FEBRUARY 14, 2018

Ah, the hectic—yet rewarding—world of event planning. Whether you’re forming an event planning team at work or opening your own event planning business, you need guidance on how a major event comes together, from event management software to selecting a caterer. Create an event budget.

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

The most common mistake we’ve noticed is that many event planners still plan their virtual or hybrid events based on an in-person-only format. But here’s the situation: the events industry is not going back to how things used to be. Building events since : 2015. Building events since : 2019.

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Stova

MARCH 20, 2023

April National Planning Conference April 1 - 4, 2023 – Philadelphia, PA The American Planning Association's National Planning Conference (NPC) is a superior event that brings together thousands of event professionals from all over the world.

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Eventsforce

SEPTEMBER 3, 2019

Will you be webcasting your event? What event-tech and AV will you need? It is a few minutes’ walk from Deansgate train station and has good transport links to Manchester Airport and Old Trafford. Pricing for any conference is always variable and much will be down to your powers of negotiation. What is your budget?

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Eventsforce

SEPTEMBER 3, 2019

Will you be webcasting your event? What event-tech and AV will you need? It is a few minutes’ walk from Deansgate train station and has good transport links to Manchester Airport and Old Trafford. Pricing for any conference is always variable and much will be down to your powers of negotiation. What is your budget?

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Planning Pod

APRIL 12, 2020

The same can be said for event planning. If you try to create an event that makes all audiences happy by including every idea and activity under the sun, then it doesn’t have any clarity and won’t resonate with anyone. Event Income. Step 4 – Assemble a crack team of event professionals.

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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. Use personalization as a means of attracting events and creating value. Key Takeaway for Venues.

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