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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Attendease

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

This includes considering your internal resources (budget, stakeholders, event management software) and external resources (sponsors, vendors, partners). Here are some tips for managing corporate event planning across multiple teams and stakeholders: Create a master project plan with milestones, deliverables, and deadlines.

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Planning Pod

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

It’s fairly common for new wedding venues to use free software like Google Docs, Excel spreadsheets, e-calendars and email plus cost-saving tools like whiteboards, paper printouts and folders while landing their first bookings and gaining a foothold in the event industry.

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Social Tables

JUNE 29, 2023

From online community awareness campaigns to out-of-the-box nonprofit event planning ideas, thoughtful preparation can help increase the success of fundraising activities. In this guide, we walk you through the process of planning a nonprofit event step-by-step. Master nonprofit event planning in 10 simple steps 1.

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Guidebook

MAY 16, 2023

It surprised many people when Forbes Magazine listed event planning as the fifth most stressful job. So why does Forbes list event planning so high? Event planners have to work for months to get everything in place for an event that will at most occur over only a few days.

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Event Planning BluePrint

FEBRUARY 3, 2024

Embarking on a career in event planning is filled with the promise of new challenges and the joy of creating moments that matter. This post walks you through the essential steps and skills you’ll need to become an event planner. Understanding the Spectrum of Events Event planning is not a one-size-fits-all career.

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Expo Pass

AUGUST 23, 2022

So how can corporate event management software streamline the whole planning process? Also, what can an event management platform do to make corporate events an amazing experience? We’ll get into all this, but in short, event software makes it easier to plan engaging and inspiring events.

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Event Planning BluePrint

MARCH 15, 2024

The event planning profession stands as a dynamic and integral component of today’s fast-paced world, where memorable and efficient gatherings are pivotal for personal, social, and corporate success. Gaining Practical Experience Real-world experience is invaluable in the event planning industry.

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TicketBud

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Remember that flexibility and adaptability are key, as unexpected challenges are a part of event planning. But through dedication, trusting partnerships and the right planning strategies, you can host a memorable and successful event. The post A Complete Event Planning Checklist appeared first on Ticketbud.

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Attendease

FEBRUARY 20, 2019

In particular, the Group calls out “ensuring amazing website functionality, a straightforward ticket ordering process, an effortless journey to and from the venue, a strong WiFi connection, and comfortable networking spaces” as the basics organizers should be concerned with. A Look Back at My 2016 Predictions.

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QC Event School

JUNE 27, 2022

In this article, we’ll discuss 25 of the best tools to grow your event planning business and find success in this exciting industry. In particular, we’ll look at software tools, business tools, and on-the-job supplies that’ll help you reach your goals. PRO TIP: Is event planning your DREAM job?

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The Castle Group

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

The Best Event Planning Apps & Tools As event planning professionals, planning, managing, and executing events efficiently and strategically is our job. Before adopting a new event planning app or tool, you must define your needs and the needs of your organization or client.

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Eventtia

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Whether you’re on the brink of planning a first event or are a seasoned professional revising your event planning checklist, this guide aims to be your trusted roadmap. This article provides a comprehensive event planning checklist to help you manage every detail for a successful event, from start to finish.

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zkipster

JUNE 8, 2023

Planning an event and don’t know where to start? Use this essential event planning checklist to make sure you’re following all the necessary steps. The experienced team of former event planners at zkipster have identified the stages of event planning and the tasks you must have on your event to do list.

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Attendease

FEBRUARY 14, 2019

Luckily, having a great event management tool on hand along with understanding the potential pitfalls can help you avoid these 13 costly mistakes. Ensure every member of your event planning team negotiates with vendors and makes an effort to get better pricing. No defined event goal. Underwhelming event agenda.

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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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QC Event School

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

If you’re looking for a career that’s always exciting and full of new challenges, corporate event planning might be the perfect choice for you! But what is corporate event planning? What Is Corporate Event Planning? What Does a Corporate Event Planner Do? What does a corporate planner do?

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Capterra Event Management

NOVEMBER 28, 2017

When I was first hired at Capterra, the long lists of software in our event management software directory were intimidating for me. It’s hard to find the time to go through the nuances of each and every software option on the market, especially when you’re busy in the corporate world. Badge Management.

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SpotMe Blog

AUGUST 30, 2021

As we look toward a globalized future, global virtual and hybrid events will likely continue to gain traction. This post is full of actionable insights to help you create a successful event. From what to look for in a global event planning software to ways to incorporate varying cultures, we’ve got you covered. .

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Attendease

DECEMBER 20, 2023

For example, when Adobe launched its Creative Cloud software suite, it hosted a virtual launch event featuring product demos and opportunities for attendees to interact with Adobe team members. This tangible, experiential environment creates an immersive brand launch event that attendees will remember.

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Eventtia

MAY 11, 2022

If this is your first time planning an event, chances are, knowing where to get started can be daunting, but fear not as you’ve come to the right place. In this ultimate event planning guide, we will discuss all you need to know about planning, organizing, and executing an event in this step-by-step guide.

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Planning Pod

JUNE 10, 2022

Catering software has become one of the most popular ways to streamline operations among caterers, restaurants, hotels and event venues, and for good reason … because it enables venue and catering businesses to automate processes, create timesaving workflows and serve customers better with fewer staff.

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All Seated

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

WHAT CAN YOU AUTOMATE IN EVENT PLANNING? Streamlining Guest Management Venue Selection And Management Budget Management Marketing And Promotion Event Day Coordination Post-Event Analysis Personalization And Customization 3. WHAT CAN YOU AUTOMATE IN EVENT PLANNING? THE ADDED BENEFITS OF AUTOMATION 4.

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Socio Events

MARCH 15, 2023

Corporate event planning is a challenging task that requires a considerable amount of effort. Even the most experienced event organizers need a team of professionals and experts to help them pull it off seamlessly. It’s much easier to plan according to your budget than to readjust plans later if something doesn’t align.

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Eventsforce

DECEMBER 12, 2019

Want the lowdown on all things event tech? In this month’s round up of top tech stories, we look at the latest trends in social media and what event professionals can do to boost their marketing activities in 2020. We take a more in-depth look at Uber’s event service and how it can benefit corporate event organisers.

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The Castle Group

AUGUST 28, 2023

Whether you’re organizing a large-scale conference , an intimate corporate retreat , or a community fundraiser , there are three main ingredients to successful event planning: strategy, creativity, and execution. Our events team has been planning events of all shapes and sizes in all corners of the globe for decades.

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Boomset

FEBRUARY 25, 2020

Once your nonprofit’s fantastic marketing strategy is in place, you can start considering automation software to make the process more effective and efficient. A lot goes into planning a successful event. The emergence of new technology has been incredibly helpful for the event planning process.

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Glow Global Events

APRIL 15, 2024

Communication is key to any successful event planning process. Event clients want to feel informed and involved throughout the planning process, constantly in the loop about their special event. Phone calls : Phone calls are another commonly used communication channel in event planning.

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Social Tables

APRIL 22, 2021

Skip to content Menu Solutions Interactive Floor Plans Collaborative event sales software that increases qualified leads and drives direct revenue. Event Diagramming Collaborative event management software that saves time, boosts revenue and drives loyalty. Pick a venue.

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Socio Events

AUGUST 5, 2022

In this guide, we’ll walk you through the essential steps that every virtual event planner should take to put on a successful event. From setting event goals to event production to post-event outreach and everything in between, you’ll learn what you need to delight your audience and simplify the event planning process.

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Attendease

FEBRUARY 26, 2020

We’re going to use six revenue-boosting twists to take your next fundraising event up a notch. 6 Ideas to Boost this Fundraising Event. Social Fundraising. Remember, no matter what type of events your organization hosts, you can adapt these strategies to fit your plans. 6 Ideas to Boost this Fundraising Event.

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Eventmobi

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Let’s face it: the right association software is a necessity for keeping your to-do list from piling so high it topples. But the wrong association software can make as much busywork as it solves. What is Association Software? What is Association Management Software?

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Eventtia

JUNE 27, 2023

In recent years, the increased use of technology in event planning and execution has allowed more event planners to adopt event management software to help them plan, manage, organize, and execute successful events. What is Aventri?

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Planning Pod

JULY 7, 2020

This year has been extremely difficult for any industry, but the looming pandemic and ongoing social distancing continues to be particularly challenging for the event management industry and the event venues whose business is all about getting people together. Whatever else is collecting dust. 2 – Do you reuse it?

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Attendease

DECEMBER 23, 2019

Personal App Experience: Allow attendees to favourite and plan their agenda on their fingertips through the use of mobile apps with custom capabilities. Personalized Content: Send personalized email messages , including their name, company, or information about previous events they attended. Unique Venues. Face-to-face time.

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Planning Pod

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

Is it your dream to run a wedding venue perfect for tying the knot? Whatever the reason, starting a wedding venue can be a great choice to shift your career and improve your financial portfolio–but getting an event venue up and running isn’t always easy. Andrea Vallencourt, Owner and Venue Director, Clay Theatre.

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Social Tables

DECEMBER 7, 2017

But if you think you have what it takes to be an event professional, check out the following choices for event planning careers — there might just be something for you. 8 Event Planning Careers That Are in Demand. Event Planner. From conferences to high-end galas, event planners do it all.

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