SpotMe Blog

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

Ever tried planning and running a big event without a proper event brief? Use an event brief to keep all the details about your event in one place. Key ingredients to hosting a great event! we’ve seen that events turn out so much better when they follow an event brief template. Event brief?

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Event Planning BluePrint

OCTOBER 5, 2016

Learning how to plan an event requires multitasking skills and (often) quick thinking. In order to succeed, you need to know and understand the basics so you plan your event effectively. Before you jump ahead and pick an event venue, it’s important to take time to create a plan so you know how to plan an event properly.

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Event Leadership Institute

OCTOBER 29, 2020

While safety and risk have always been a part of our events, COVID-19 has tested all past assumptions. As some organizations consider planning and holding in-person events and gatherings, and other communities are in the early stages of moving ahead, there are many new questions to consider. What is our approach towards risk transfer?

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Planning Pod

APRIL 2, 2020

Event layouts may seem like the most ordinary of things. A relatively simple sketch of where tables, chairs, stages, furniture and other items should be placed in an event room or space. And a basic planning tool in the toolbox of most any event planner or venue manager. And, in the end, whether your event will succeed or not.

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SmartMeetings

OCTOBER 25, 2021

Meeting professionals have always shouldered a hefty bag of tricks to fix the jagged edges that emerge at even the most meticulously polished events. Epoxies could range from repurposing florals for sterile rooms to finding gluten-free meals for the dozen VIPs who didn’t RSVP, to filling in for the speaker who missed a flight.

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AIDA Event Tech Digest

JUNE 17, 2020

The fact that the events industry has been worst affected by the COVID-19 crisis is globally acknowledged. Since the beginning of the pandemic, hundreds of meetings and events have been cancelled or postponed the world over. Key Steps To Be Taken For Organizing Safe Events. Preparing For The Primary Challenge.

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Hubilo Blog

DECEMBER 1, 2020

In the world of B2B business, events were a staple, at least until the pandemic disrupted the world in every imaginable way possible. Social distancing guidelines and health protocols have put a spoke in the wheels of all traditional business models. Today, it is not pragmatic to hold an offline-only event.

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Nunify

JULY 27, 2023

Imagine an event where every attendee feels seen, heard, and deeply engaged. It’s the gold standard for events, isn’t it? The proven solution that 88% planners predicted is an event app. Communication Made Seamless Good communication is key for any event. The challenge? Making it easy and effective.

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Endless Events

MAY 18, 2021

Hybrid events are the perfect synergy between virtual and in-person events, but it can be quite challenging for event planners to put them together. That’s why in this week’s episode of #EventIcons, Sarah welcomes Kelly Knowlen to talk about the most important hybrid event tips and tricks.

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All Seated

JUNE 7, 2021

When it comes to weddings and events, this summer will certainly be much different than the last. To prepare, we rounded up some industry experts to discuss what’s changed and which event trends are on the horizon. Top event trends for summer. No wedding [or event] will be successful without a variety of backup plans.”.

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Social Tables

APRIL 22, 2019

When you start planning an event, one of the first things you should do is figure out your event planning timeline. The next time you start to plan an event, consider using this helpful guide to create an event planning schedule that works for you. What is a long-term event planning timeline?

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Eventtia

MAY 13, 2022

A charity event, also called a fundraising event or a nonprofit event, is an event that is planned and hosted to raise awareness and raise money for a cause. Virtually all types of events (conference, expo/trade show, concert) can be turned into charity events. Planning a Charity Event: Step-by-Step Guide.

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Eventmobi

JUNE 23, 2020

Are hybrid events a short-term solution to current conditions or a long-term shift in the events space? We asked Event Planners if they are planning to incorporate a hybrid strategy for events going forward, and if yes, to share their insights into how that will work. Adeola Fowodu, Celebration Events Management.

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SmartMeetings

APRIL 3, 2020

do have a unique set of regulatory guidelines beyond those impacting other sectors,” says Sherri K. While budgets may be stagnant, planners are still under pressure to deliver memorable experiences and raise the bar from one event to the next. Maybe a three-hour event is 2.5 Financial and insurance meetings in the U.S.

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e2m.live

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

Only a few of them were successfully able to utilize and adapt in order to conduct them with the help of virtual events. The basic definition of virtual events is individuals interacting on a virtual platform instead of a physical location. . What are the Pros and cons of a virtual event? How to run a successful virtual event?

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e2m.live

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

Only a few of them were successfully able to utilize and adapt in order to conduct them with the help of virtual events. With virtual events constantly delivering on multiple aspects, we can indeed say that they’re setting milestones in the digital arena. What are the Pros and Cons of a virtual event? External Hybrid Events.

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All Seated

OCTOBER 9, 2020

If physical distancing , safety guidelines, and revised contracts weren’t enough, there’s the added stress of pulling off the vision of your client’s dream venue without accentuating the empty space. What to consider regarding the event layout. Kylie Carlson of The Wedding Academy recommends, “Scope out other areas of your event space.

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SmartMeetings

MARCH 31, 2017

Even fewer organizations budget for sustainable meetings, place a strong emphasis on well meetings or maintain wellness meeting guidelines. Only one-third of meeting planners have booked a health and wellness speaker for an event, or selected a wellness destination for a meeting, in the past 24 months.

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Eventtia

JANUARY 11, 2022

It’s no secret that hybrid event has made it big throughout 2021, and is here to stay in 2022 and forward. Virtual events have grown to be really popular due to the global pandemic, initially being hosted as replacements for live in-person events that were canceled due to social distancing and quarantine policies.

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Guidebook

JANUARY 8, 2024

Managing events is stressful. You need an event planning checklist to support you from beginning to end. From picking a venue and speakers to ensuring you’ve sent out thank you notes and running a post-event debrief, there’s a lot to think about. We suggest tailoring your checklist to fit your event.

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Event Farm

APRIL 1, 2021

We want to help bring in-person events back safely – hence why we’ve been initiating conversations with experts, bringing ideas and recommendations to the events community, and exploring technology’s role in helping planners host safer events. They’re also low-hanging fruit for event safety. 1: Airflow/ventilation.

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Social Tables

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Party packages are a great way for the Johnsons to book Grandma June’s birthday party at their favorite local Italian restaurant, but they’re also a huge help for larger, more complex, or professional events. We’re diving deep into the business potential behind private bookings and examining what people really want from an event package.

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Social Tables

JULY 27, 2023

Debriefing an event is one of the most important duties professional event planners and event management teams undertake. An event debrief is a meeting that takes place with the event planning team after an event has finished. The event itself gets deconstructed and analyzed through group discussion.

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Planning Pod

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

With environmental concerns becoming increasingly urgent, the event planning industry has the unique opportunity to shift how we think of events and lead the way toward sustainable practices. Here’s how to plan greener events for a more sustainable future. How do you plan a sustainable event?

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Stova

MARCH 16, 2023

The Essential Guide to Onsite Event Technology This guide was developed to help event planners around the world make better, more strategic decisions when it comes to onsite event technology. Discover what technology to use and how it will help to improve attendee satisfaction and event ROI.

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Endless Events

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

With COVID-19 guidelines loosening up this year, it’s time to tighten up your 2023 marketing plan. If events fell to the wayside over the past few years, now’s the time for you to get back on the horse. Whether online or in-person, events are a great way to drive brand awareness, generate leads, and connect with customers.

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Social Tables

JANUARY 26, 2023

How to plan a company retreat that will maximize motivation and boost team spirit Event planners tasked with planning a company retreat may find the process stressful at first. Confirm two to three potential dates, retreat objectives, the theme, and other major details before establishing the event budget or booking accommodations.

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Social Tables

JANUARY 26, 2023

How to plan a company retreat that will maximize motivation and boost team spirit Event planners tasked with planning a company retreat may find the process stressful at first. Confirm two to three potential dates, retreat objectives, the theme, and other major details before establishing the event budget or booking accommodations.

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Planning Pod

AUGUST 12, 2019

Summary: Learn what goes into a banquet event order and how they are used. Understand why BEOs are vital to the success of most events and download a free BEO template. There are hundreds and hundreds of details involved in proper event management and planning. What Is a Banquet Event Order?

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Planning Pod

AUGUST 12, 2019

There are hundreds and hundreds of details involved in proper event management and planning. In fact, there are a handful of critical details that every person involved in producing the event must have at their fingertips – from the venue staff and managers, event planners and outside vendors to the clients themselves.

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PCMA Convene

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

That included instating a mask mandate for the entire event campus — which spanned CAESARS FORUM, Venetian-Sands Expo Center, and Wynn Las Vegas — in accordance with local guidelines. We had plans A, B, C, D … all the way through to Z for room sets, food and beverage, registration setups, etc.” Scenario planning is key.

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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. Develop a vision for your event.

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Stova

MARCH 20, 2023

The trouble is, in every industry, there are seemingly too many conferences or events to choose from and it’s hard to know which ones are right for you to invest your time and money in. As a result, many events which have been canceled or significantly modified over the past two years are finally able to resume in person.

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SmartMeetings

JULY 4, 2020

Smart Meetings asked industry leaders from the front lines of hotels, event venues and creators, transportation, travel, networking, wellness and sustainability to share their commitments and challenges for keeping everyone safe and connected. We may set tables closer to event times and wrap utensils in napkins for additional protection.

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