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The Brief: Mechanical Gator Rides and ‘Wonka’s’ Bitter Taste

Event Marketer

FIVE THINGS TO KNOW THIS WEEK This week’s hot takes on hot topics in experiential marketing cover syrup fountains, the “Fyre Festival of kids events” and the inaugural Florida Man Games. FLORIDA MAN’ GET HIS OWN GAMES The typical “ Florida man ” is like a living, breathing urban legend that wreaks havoc on society—and endlessly entertains us.

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Three Professors Weigh in on How Experiential Marketing Degree Programs are Taking Shape

Event Marketer

As experiential marketing degree programs crop up, professors outline how the industry can better support students Florida International University recently added event-focused specializations and tracks. In the meantime, aspiring event marketers have turned to related established programs that offer transferable skills and experiences.

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Trying to Solve for Networking in a Virtual Event

PCMA Convene

The original plan called for the Underline team to travel to the conference and record all of the live presentations for on-demand consumption through Underline’s online platform. Through the Underline platform, organizers can offer its virtual event spaces up for sponsorship, ads, and commercials. for up to 30 days after the event.

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List of association management companies in US (with expertise in Virtual & Hybrid Events)

Hubilo Blog

A good way to assess this during the hiring process is to present them with some challenging hypothetical scenarios where their response or reaction can be gauged. They work with the leadership team of associations to achieve goals like member engagement, strengthening thought leadership, and developing winning sponsorships.

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Three Outdoor Events Offer Insights on the Benefits and Challenges of Activating Al Fresco

Event Marketer

Celebrations kicked off on May 5 at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, where 34 fully-vaccinated seniors from across South Florida enjoyed a welcome reception at United Airlines’ United Club lounge and prepared for a chartered flight to New Jersey where they would reunite with loved ones.

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The Brief: Cicada Symphonies and Rosé for Days

Event Marketer

With two locations, one in the Florida Keys and another in Park City, UT, the brand homes will serve as vacation getaways and “moments of island refreshment.” Throughout the summer, consumers can visit a microsite to enter the Kona Getaways Sweepstakes for a chance to stay at one of The Aloha Houses, or other prizes.

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Panels as if the audience mattered

Conferences that Work

I say “panels” because at both sessions, the three “panelists” presented for less than five minutes. The first session focused on a key fund-raising event used by all of the participants, while the second covered the more general topic of chapter fundraising and sponsorship. ” Yours can be too!