Attendease

OCTOBER 19, 2021

We recently spoke to Lindsay Martin-Bilbrey, CEO at Nifty Method , about the concept of all-in-one event management software, why this concept is flawed, and what approach can tech providers and event planners take. It’s easier to buy in volume with everything under one roof because then you can negotiate.

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Endless Events

FEBRUARY 25, 2019

You may have also recently seen our article about the recent acquisition of Encore Event Technologies by PSAV. On this episode of Event Tech Podcast Will Curran of Endless Events and Brandt Krueger of Event Technology Consulting take a deeper dive into what this could mean for the events industry and AV companies.

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Attendease

OCTOBER 19, 2021

We recently spoke to Lindsay Martin-Bilbrey, CEO at Nifty Method , about the concept of all-in-one event management software, why this concept is flawed, and what approach can tech providers and event planners take. It’s easier to buy in volume with everything under one roof because then you can negotiate. Procurement.

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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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Event Marketer

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

The good news for event marketers, however: Despite the year’s travel speed bumps and forecasts, many events and trade shows (CES 2024, included) are reporting they are back to pre-pandemic attendance levels. Bleisure’ is influencing how your event attendees are booking travel. percent increase in hotel rates.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Master planner consultants offer 6 tips for negotiating your next corporate event Does this sound familiar? You have been tasked with producing a new event—or breathing new life into one that has been on rinse and repeat too long. What questions should you ask during sourcing to avoid surprises post-event?

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Endless Events

FEBRUARY 23, 2018

Event AV design isn’t just about adding color and music to your events. That’s what one Grammy pre-event party just did using event AV design, as you can read below. That’s what one Grammy pre-event party just did using event AV design, as you can read below. Should I Gamify My Events?

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MeetingsNet

OCTOBER 29, 2018

A list of tech fundamentals that will help you align event needs and goals. Brought to you by: Being a successful meeting & event planner requires a multifaceted skillset—from people and project management to contract negotiation and technology prowess. Load In / Load Out. Technology Labor.

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Endless Events

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Whether you opt for an in-person or hybrid event, you need the right venue to create a truly captivating experience. Newbie event planners will often pick a venue, negotiate a deal with them, and sign the venue’s provided contract. . Why should you let your venue dictate what happens at your event? Management.

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Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 16, 2019

In this edition, we bring you event tech from IMEX America! If you’ve been following Endless for a while, then you know this the one event we never miss. Over the course of several days, our team was lucky enough to be a part of the number one worldwide exhibition for the meetings and events industry.

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MeetingsNet

JULY 9, 2021

In the breakout session led by Todd Schwartz, CMP, formerly a senior events marketing manager at McDermott+Consulting, 38 of the 55 attendees said they had more than a decade of planning experience. Schwartz told a story about how he once made the most of just $300 allotted for décor for an evening event. “I

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 25, 2022

When the creative brief from your initial event strategy session calls for brand and reputational impact, how do you measure if you are successful? Read more tips for negotiating contracts amid Covid. . Event planners don’t always have time to go to a class or read a book. Contract and Negotiation Tips. Career Changers.

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Hubilo Blog

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

Event planning & management is one of the most stressful jobs in the world. Somehow great event planners can make it all look like a cakewalk. Categories of event planning & management skills. Event planners need to do the same. But there are a few leadership skills especially important for event planners.

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EventMB

FEBRUARY 9, 2017

The etouches strategic sourcing solution enables event planners to book venues and negotiate better deals, faster. etouches is a well-loved brand within the event industry, established in 2008. etouches offer a complete event management platform, with a suite of modules for event managers. Here is our review.

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Stova

MAY 25, 2023

Selecting the best venue for your event is one of the most important decisions planners face. A well-chosen venue sets the tone, creates memorable experiences, and contributes to the overall success of you event. Before creating a list of possible venues it’s important to understand the purpose and business goals of the event.

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Event Industry News

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Introducing Eventwise, the new to market financial management platform specifically built for the events industry. In the ever-evolving world of event management, staying ahead of the curve is a non-negotiable imperative for success. However, the financial management aspect of these events […]

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Event Farm

OCTOBER 11, 2016

This is a guest post from Sarah Hill, a professional blogger and creative content writer at Group Se7en Events , a leading event management and event planning agency in London. If you work in events, it comes as no surprise that being an event planner has been voted in numerous polls as one of the most stressful jobs.

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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. Since no two events are the same, you’ll undoubtedly want to remove or add items.

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Eventtia

OCTOBER 20, 2023

Creating a comprehensive event budget is crucial for ensuring the optimal performance of any type of event. It serves as a financial roadmap, providing a clear view of all expenses and revenues associated with the event. Quick note: This guide works for free-to-participate events.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 14, 2023

Event technology company Cvent announced that after going public for a second time in 2021 through a special acquisition at a valuation of $5.3 Since its founding in 1999, Cvent has helped manage more than 5 million events, and lists over 302,000 hotels and venues as of Dec. The highly anticipated deal represents an $8.50

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GEVME

AUGUST 15, 2019

Even if your 2018 events made an incredible impression, in 2019–2020, you should learn how to make these experiences even more memorable and impressive. The most important goal remains to consider everything—absolutely all modern tips and tactics to improve your event with our current event trends. Improving event check-in.

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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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SmartMeetings

JULY 8, 2022

How to Generate Event Success in a Changing World. Events offer a key opportunity to impact business outcomes, expand market outreach, increase brand awareness and more. Pandemic Planning 101 from Million Dollar Event Career Course. A new Million Dollar Event Career Course covers everything from career path to CSR and Inclusion.

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Endless Events

APRIL 15, 2019

If you tuned in last week, you know Event Tech Podcast dived deep into the waters of how to save money on AV. Will and Curran are joined by Andrew Latimer, Design Engineer, and Endless Events’ AV Einstein. Last episode, Event Tech touched a little bit upon the how’s of negotiation. First Things First.

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Eventsforce

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021

Want the low-down on all things events? Event budgeting is a discipline that your either love or loathe. And it’s just become more complex with the emergence of hybrid events. In this post, we look at some of the main issues organizers need to take into consideration when putting together budgets for their hybrid events.

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Nunify

NOVEMBER 14, 2021

These words by Eddie Ross (author, editor and producer) pretty much sums up what it takes to be a successful “event organizer”. Planning an event whether physical, virtual or hybrid is not easy and requires a particular skill set. It is not without a reason that event organizers are famous for being multitasking geniuses.

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Endless Events

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

As we continue to transition out of the pandemic and into 2023, the effects of economic downturn, layoffs, and budget cuts are felt across the tech industry. And with record-breaking inflation, it’s no surprise many event professionals are forced to navigate tighter budgets with rising costs. What’s the purpose? Gong came down in cost.”

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Event Leadership Institute

NOVEMBER 3, 2017

You’re excitedly planning your next event, and your proposal for event tech and audio visual (AV) just came in. negotiate a little bit, and then hire the supplier. Countless event planners feel as if they have most parts of being a planner down pat, except for tech and AV. Sound familiar?

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SpotMe Blog

MAY 31, 2023

Hosting successful in-person events with thousands of attendees after almost 3 years of virtual-only can feel daunting. A staggering 78% of businesses using an event app attribute their positive event ROI to these digital tools. But how can you make the most of your event app to make a substantial profit?

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Prestige Events Magazine

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Exclusive Collection has launched its insights into the next generation of delegates and event attendees. CHANGING THE CONFERENCE NARRATIVE With the voice of the delegate more and more prevalent at events; one-way learning is waning in favour of conversation and experience-based practices that shape understanding and deepen knowledge.

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Endless Events

APRIL 8, 2019

One of the most common questions related to organizing events is “How can I save money on AV?” ” This is obviously a no-brainer, considering AV is one of the most expensive parts of an event. Subscribe to the Event Tech Podcast here and never miss a beat! Resources: Event Leadership Institute Courses.

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Management Events

APRIL 3, 2023

The lack of tech talent continues to be a topic of concern among IT leaders, from start-ups to multinational organizations. It’s tough because there are a lot of options for tech talent out there. Dive into the latest trends and technologies impacting tech leaders in the Executive Insights sessions. The game has changed.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 25, 2022

When the creative brief from your initial event strategy session calls for brand and reputational impact, how do you measure if you are successful? Read more tips for negotiating contracts amid Covid. . Event planners don’t always have time to go to a class or read a book. Contract and Negotiation Tips. Career Changers.

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Endless Events

JULY 26, 2019

Bad event WiFi can ruin your event. If you have bad WiFi your attendees might forget about all the great parts of your event and only remember the WiFi sucked. WiFi when they come to your event. We know event WiFi is important. We know event WiFi is important. But how do you have the best event WiFi?

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Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

Oh, event AV costs. Just when event planners thought they had enough to think about, the question arises. And this is why we put together a handy guide to event AV costs! And what are some negotiation strategies that can help you get an incredible deal? How can you make sure you’re working with the best?

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 31, 2023

3, however, many canceled their plans and venues were moved after a July 19 letter from Unite Here Local 11 to APSA Executive Director Steven Rathgeb Smith called for the group to cancel or relocate their event. These negotiations are a fluid situation that changes daily.

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Endless Events

APRIL 9, 2021

After more than a year of helping planners navigate the complex world of virtual events, we learned a thing or two about pain points. Over the course of these challenging months, many event profs came to us with a series of different problems and doubts. We get it – budgeting isn’t fun for anyone! Initial Considerations.

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