EventSource

JANUARY 21, 2020

Despite the weather, it was a full house event! Entering the Main Ballroom, the super-talented folks at Fete Floral & Events teamed up with Swoon Events to create a classy, elegant reception vignette filled with lush blooms and greenery. Swoon Events. Event Planners. Event Planners. Premier Event Tent R.

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

After a nearly two-year hiatus due to COVID-19, the events industry returned in all its glory this year. A war in Ukraine , an inflation surge, and supply chain issues will impact event budgets in 2023. . The Annual ICE Report estimates that event-related costs will increase by 83%. The Return of Large-Scale In-Person Events.

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All Seated

DECEMBER 16, 2019

From garden chic to modern minimalist, we have seen all sorts of trends come and go in the special events industry. Each year, we welcome a host of new trends as we see others make their way out the back door. Here are a few rental trends to keep an eye out for in 2020. Go bold or go home. Statement bars.

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Event Marketer

OCTOBER 11, 2021

After the pandemic dealt what appeared to be a death blow to brick-and-mortar retail in 2020, the sector is quickly recovering and talk of the “retail apocalypse” is largely in the rearview window. More Experiential Retail Strategies: How Sephora and Kohl’s Used QR Codes to Deliver a Mobile-first Beauty Event. Agencies George P.

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EventSource

SEPTEMBER 24, 2020

On the contrary, these caterers have been working their tails off preparing weekly menus for delivery straight to your doorstep for holidays, special occasions, or simply just because. It is light, yet filling and full of flavor. ” – Ma-Ro Catering Daniel et Daniel Catering & Events ( 1 ) EventSource.ca

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Endless Events

JUNE 15, 2022

Events are one of the most powerful marketing tools because they center around an intentionally designed experience. According to Eventbrite’s research , 77% of millennials say some of their best memories are from an event or live experience they attended. In a sense, all events are experiential. social media wall).

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EventSource

MARCH 5, 2021

When the pandemic first arrived at the beginning of 2020, it opened up the door to the beginnings of a rudimentary micro wedding trend : at the time, essentially, a no-frills wedding ceremony for 10-25 of your nearest and dearest (think city hall but without the city hall). Second Floor Events ( 9 ) EventSource.ca

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Social Tables

JUNE 1, 2023

Professional event planners and marketers know that there is no one-size-fits all strategy for successful event marketing. Marketers are tasked with reaching members of their target audience, enticing them to register for an event, and continuing communications all the way up to the event to encourage attendance.

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Hubilo Blog

DECEMBER 11, 2020

2020 pushed a majority of the predictions of event industry trends down the drain. And while the adoption of many trends was accelerated due to COVID-19 and the resultant restrictions, many others expected trends such as VR and AR were pushed back the pipeline. . Virtual Event Platform. Session Production.

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All Seated

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

Peak season is upon us and, with that, it’s time to look ahead at the trends that will influence the celebrations to come. In 2020, we saw pandemic-related trends rise out of a need to reduce risk while preserving the guest experience. Here are the key trends to be mindful of when planning events in 2021.

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Event Industry News

MAY 3, 2019

When you ask more than two dozen top events industry professionals for their insights on technology trends, the answers (no surprise) are fascinating. At the highest level, what comes trough from the responses is the unique, at times even uneasy, relationship of technology to live events, in comparison to other forms of communication.

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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. and are still booking up venue spaces for late 2020 and beyond.

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The MICE

OCTOBER 1, 2020

During the past months of the lockdown, Heidi has been actively promoting her destination and inspiring and educating fellow event professionals about Norway. She has also felt encouraged to keep thinking about international travel and ensure that events are still being planned, rather than cancelling them.

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Event Industry News

JANUARY 22, 2019

By Tom Pick, a digital marketing consultant with event management platform developer G2Planet. When you ask more than two dozen top events industry professionals for their insights on technology trends, the answers (no surprise) are fascinating. But live events are all about direct face-to-face interaction.

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Event Leadership Institute

SEPTEMBER 17, 2020

Like many others, at the end of April 2020, Sharon Schenk, Director, Conventions and Event Management for CCA Global Partners , knew their in-person summer convention couldn’t proceed as planned. The annual education and networking event typically brings together 1,500 business owner members from retail flooring stores across the U.S.

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Brown Paper Tickets

DECEMBER 26, 2018

2019 will be the year of the pig, the year of living coral , the year of amazing events and big moments. Kick it off right with our annual trends list. Hygge made our 2017 event trends list and we’re happy to report the phenomenon of knits, candles, and fireplaces is still going strong. Don’t you love the new year?

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Meeting Tomorrow

DECEMBER 12, 2022

Health and wellness at events is a leading industry trend, one that’s leaving attendees feeling less stressed, better rested, and more fully considered. This trend stems from a few places, the largest being the cultural and workplace shifts brought on by the pandemic. Create A Meditation Area. Photo: @RocktheBike.

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PCMA Convene

JULY 18, 2022

It was unusual and yet right on trend: A potential client wanted to take their team to Barcelona for what would be the company’s first-ever retreat in its 16-year history. “I recalled Hoff, who founded and is managing partner of event planning agency Moniker, which specializes in corporate retreats. I asked them, ‘Why now?’”

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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. A little empathy and looking at a meeting from the perspective of the attendee can go a long way. Right now, those sorts of challenges are popping up at events all over the world.

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PCMA Convene

OCTOBER 31, 2016

And there will be growing use of cashless payments and livestreaming at meetings and events. Here’s a big-picture look at current trends and the year ahead from experts in lodging, exhibitions, travel, and technology. What is one trend that meeting planners should be keeping an eye on in 2017 and beyond?

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The MICE

JANUARY 11, 2021

From a four-day live event format, the conference turned into an e-format and was live-streamed from Bern, Switzerland from 28–30 August 2020. Switzerland is a premium country for meetings and events. Everyone at this stage is concerned with being associated with a “spreader event”. Another trend is shorter leading times.

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SpotMe Blog

APRIL 27, 2022

The global pandemic has driven everyone in every sector to get creative, especially those in the event space. While many shifted to a completely virtual event strategy in 2020, some sense of normalcy in 2022 has introduced a new and popular event trend, hybrid events. What are Hybrid Event Studios?

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SmartMeetings

JANUARY 7, 2022

In a recent edition of this column, we discussed the five habits to break in your online events , as well as our in-person events. As good as it is to reflect from time to time and analyze what practices should be weaned or flung off entirely, it’s equally important to look back at recent events and see what’s working.

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Socio Events

JULY 25, 2022

When the pandemic hit, I remember thinking we’d be back to in-person events in a matter of weeks. A few weeks turned into several months, and now nearly three years later, the way we host and attend events has certainly changed. The pandemic forced event organizers to become production managers overnight.

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Bizzabo

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

Everything you need to know about hosting high-quality virtual events in 2020 and 2021. Virtual events have exploded in popularity due to the circumstances of 2020 — and we don't see this trend changing anytime soon. What is a Virtual Event? 3 Examples of Virtual Events Done Right. Source: Gainsight.

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Bizzabo

OCTOBER 24, 2019

Intel is a highly creative company with a great event strategy. Learn how your organization can host similarly imaginative events with these great examples and actionable takeaways. But did you know that Intel is also a leader in the live events space? It just might improve your event ROI. company based on revenue.

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Bizzabo

DECEMBER 13, 2018

Welcome to your guide to event marketing in 2019 and beyond. Below you'll find best practices on selling out your event, leveraging event data and more. What Is Event Marketing? Event marketing is the promotion of a product, brand, or service through in-person interactions. Why Is Event Marketing Important?

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SmartMeetings

OCTOBER 26, 2020

Deliver the goods and you can charge for online events. At the time, I was still working full time for a meeting and event production company and, frankly, needed to vent a bit about how I felt we were being treated by a couple of our clients. More : Tackling the Elephant in the Zoom Room: Paid vs. Free Virtual Events.

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