EventMB

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

Virtual event technology has accelerated more in the past six months than in the past six years. What can you expect to see in virtual events in the near future? At our latest event, I argued with a few of our speakers. While we discussed hybrid events, many on the panel started saying that they […].

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EventMB

JULY 18, 2023

Skift Take: Using influencer marketing to promote events doesn't have to involve celebrities. These tools help turn speakers into the influencers that they are. Miguel Neves Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings

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Event Industry News

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

The Event Technology Awards (ETA) US & Canada are proud to announce Courtney Stanley as a judge for the inaugural stateside edition. Courtney Stanley is recognized globally as an award-winning keynote speaker, leadership coach, and host of the podcast for women in business, Dare to Interrupt.

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GEVME

MARCH 9, 2022

Acing your event promotion strategy is often a challenging task. You may have an outstanding line-up of speakers for your event, a repository of informational content for attendees, a strong agenda and everything in between. But to create a buzz about your event, you need a solid event promotion strategy.

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Socio Events

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

The world of event planning is fast-paced, and we know that every moment counts. Coordinating and managing content from speakers, sponsors, and exhibitors can be a tedious and time-consuming task. The current manual process of collecting and integrating this content into your event app can take up valuable resources.

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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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Event Industry News

JUNE 1, 2022

Event Tech Live ’s (ETL) flagship show moves to ExCel London in-person on Wednesday 16th and Thursday 17th November and organisers are calling for speakers to join their illustrious cast. Adam Parry, co-founder of Event Tech Live, comments: “Moving to London ExCeL lends itself to even more opportunity for Event Tech Live this year.

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Planning Pod

OCTOBER 4, 2023

With event attendee expectations shifting, event organizers are on the lookout for fresh ways to create memorable experiences—and that’s where event technology can be a game-changer. Here’s everything you need to know about event technology solutions to leave a lasting impression on your attendees.

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Attendease

JANUARY 28, 2019

Back in 2015, I introduced five trends I expected would have a major impact on making events stand out. Did mobile event apps, iBeacons, event analytics, interactivity, or gamification have the impact I’d predicted they would? What new trends have eclipsed them in the event space? Mobile Event Apps.

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Eventmobi

AUGUST 16, 2018

G2 Crowd is the leading website for online business software and service reviews, where Event Mobi ranks as a High Performer on the Summer 2018 Mobile Event Apps Report. Event speakers are essential to a successful event marketing strategy. If we can’t deliver on speakers, we’re not doing our job right.”.

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IMG

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Let’s talk about women’s empowerment event ideas. As seasoned corporate event planners, we have seen the magic that happens when incredible women gather to inspire, learn, and lift each other. But why do these events matter so much? That’s the power of inspirational speakers and panel discussions.

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Bizzabo

NOVEMBER 1, 2018

We analyzed event data from thousands of events over the past five years and discovered that events still have a long way to go when it comes to gender diversity. We recently released the results of our first ever “Gender Diversity & Inclusion in Events Report.” Almost 70% of All Event Speakers are Male.

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MeetingsNet

MARCH 31, 2023

The newest Speaking Industry Benchmark Report is out with details on this year’s hot topics, what speakers are charging (and what planners are paying), and more. Demand is hot for speakers who address diversity, equity, and inclusion issues. For speakers with more than 10 years of experience, the average fee is $16,659. •

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MeetingsNet

JUNE 16, 2022

The roster of business leaders and creative thinkers who have spoken at TED events over the years has become a formal network that meeting planners can tap into. The new bureau “is a service to our speakers as well as to groups looking to find speakers for their events," says Theresa Brown, executive director.

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Bizzabo

MAY 5, 2021

Setting up your speakers for success will further your partnership and ensure you host a high-value virtual event. Preparation is the key to putting on a successful, well-run event. The same rule applies to virtual events. We can’t expect our speakers to be tech experts. Here are our tips for preparing them.

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Attendease

OCTOBER 2, 2019

2019 Event Technology Guide: An integrated event technology stack to help you manage your event throughout your entire event lifecycle. Focus on being productive instead of being busy” is the advice from Tim Ferris, entrepreneur and international speaker. Before your event. EVENT MANAGEMENT.

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Expo Pass

APRIL 6, 2022

It’s looking like a full summer of events, and believe it or not, we are excited to do some public speaking in front of large crowds again. But after Zoom and WFH, what message do speakers need to bring to inspire attendees right now? For more about how to do that, here’s our top 5 tips for speakers. Be relevant. .

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Gallus Events

JANUARY 3, 2019

(This post and the slides are taken from my session at the UK Association Congress which took place in London in December and covered event technology. I’ve amended it to make it more general and this post relates to every type of events business). Can you believe that the world of technology moves so quickly?

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Eventmobi

MAY 31, 2018

A common event objective that we hear from event planners is the desire to make sessions more interactive and engaging for attendees. An easy way to achieve this is to introduce live polls or allow attendees to submit questions to the speakers through an event app. Step 1: Be Strategic About Execution.

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MeetingsNet

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

The head of a major speakers bureau provides insight on hot topics, interesting formats, and rising cost concerns for keynoters and other featured speakers. MeetingsNet: Now that the post-pandemic business landscape has some stability, what is different in what corporate groups are looking to get from their speakers?

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Event Industry News

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Sessionboard has announced a major update to its quickly growing speaker and content management platform, calling it Speaker CRM.

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EventMB

FEBRUARY 28, 2019

More information about Event Manager Blog’s sponsored posts. Standing out as a professional speaker is about more than just presenting good info. These technology tools can help you become a more effective, engaging and dynamic presenter. Speakers today are charged with a lot of interactive and social media […].

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Endless Events

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

This week’s Event Tech Podcast episode is a little bit different. Rather than having a regular conversation about event technology, Will and Brandt are sharing the contents of a session they led at the FICP Annual Conference in Phoenix, Arizona back in November 2021. Introducing Event Technology Trends 2022.

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Conferences that Work

JANUARY 15, 2024

Should the event industry embrace facial analysis — a technology that promises to offer new analytic data to event stakeholders? Here’s a short introduction to these technologies, and how the meeting industry is starting to use them. In this post, I’ll explain why I’m concerned.

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Attendease

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Event planning is no small feat, especially when it comes to corporate meetings and functions. A successful event requires thoughtful organization, creative vision, and seamless execution. But dreaming up unique, inspiring themes and event ideas takes time and imagination. Let’s dive in!

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Eventmobi

SEPTEMBER 11, 2018

Learn about the top event management platform that event planners are using to save time and effort when managing their meetings and events. I remember the state of the meeting and events industry when we first started EventMobi about 10 years ago. Event apps were the new technology on the block for event planners.

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Attendease

DECEMBER 27, 2023

In 2023, the event industry underwent changes that revolved around sustainability, diversity, and inclusion. It also faced challenges relating to rising costs, AI integration, and emerging technologies. As we step into 2024, the event planning industry is projected to experience a growth rate of 6.4% from 2023 to 2032.

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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. In 2024, we’ll see more activity-based events.

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Eventmobi

JANUARY 17, 2019

A simple call out on a slide to draw attention to a poll or event survey will help increase adoption. The above technology is still around and heavily used at meetings and events. Technology, however, continued to evolve and text voting allows attendees to leverage their own devices instead. Text Voting and Polling.

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Endless Events

JUNE 19, 2020

You’re either a planner eager to learn how you can set your virtual speaker up for success, or you’re a speaker looking to be trained in the art of virtual presentations. You might also just be a curious person, but for the sake of purpose, let’s assume you’re either a planner or a speaker.

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Socio Events

DECEMBER 1, 2022

After more than two years of getting to grips with virtual (and hybrid) events and meetings, it’s safe to say that attendees now have higher expectations. One-way presentations where we’re staring at a speaker and have few opportunities to engage with the content simply don’t cut it anymore. Tip 1: Be intentional about interaction .

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Stova

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

The way we experience events has evolved significantly in recent years, driven in part by technological advancements and the need for safety in the face of global challenges. Contactless event experiences have emerged as a transformative trend, redefining the landscape of conferences, concerts, trade shows, and more.

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EncoreAPAC

APRIL 11, 2024

That’s why crafting a symphony of audio elements, from carefully curated music to crisp audiovisual cues, is the secret sauce to a truly unforgettable event. Let’s dive into the realm of sonic sorcery and explore how harnessing the power of sound can transform your event from ordinary to extraordinary.

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TicketBud

AUGUST 21, 2023

Event coordinator is consistently listed in the top 10 most stressful jobs , along with military personnel, airline pilots and newspaper and broadcast journalists. Event organizers have to be ready for something that doesn’t go according to plan, so they depend on reliable tools to make the job easier. And why wouldn’t it be?

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 9, 2022

Now, more than ever, meeting professionals need timely updates about how evolving technology can help them deliver smoother registration, better engagement and more valuable data insights for in-person, virtual and hybrid events. Bizzabo Chief Marketing officer Alon Alroy predicted steady growth of virtual events.

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GEVME

JANUARY 12, 2021

The events industry undoubtedly was hit severely due to COVID-19, and initially, there wasn’t much that one could do about it. However, we learned that this works the best and is advantageous to so many people, and is indeed one of the most beneficial and profitable ways of conducting an event. . What exactly is a hybrid event?

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Conferences that Work

JANUARY 22, 2024

My January 15, 2024 article “ Concerns about using facial analysis at events ” generated much discussion. Because, as I explained in my original post, combining Zenus facial analysis data with other attendee identification technology allows event owners to associate Zenus data with individual attendees.

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