SpotMe Blog

MAY 31, 2023

After providing the tech and expertise to help leading life science and pharma and Fortune 500 companies run 10,000+ successful in-person events for the past 20+ years, we’ve consolidated what we know into the best planning and technology guide. Get quotes from different vendors and negotiate the best deals.

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Endless Events

JANUARY 26, 2018

Another excellent tool you need under your belt is a solid social media strategy. This makes having an active social media presence a non-negotiable these days. Event Tech Is Going Strong in 2018. Event tech shows no signs of letting up. Jump into the article to learn more trends in event tech.

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Eventmobi

JUNE 16, 2023

When a low budget is a big factor, associations can explore cost-effective alternatives, seek partnerships and sponsorships, and invest in low-cost marketing tactics (like organic social media or comarketing) to overcome budget limitations. Too many ideas A surplus of ideas can lead to scattered efforts and a lack of focus.

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StraussCA

JULY 27, 2023

They disseminate information through newsletters, emails, and social media, keeping everyone informed about the association’s initiatives and updates. Communications: Effective communications is crucial for any association. Coordinators handle communications with members, partners, sponsors, and other stakeholders.

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TicketBud

OCTOBER 4, 2023

In this stage, be sure to: Identify goals and objectives Identify key audience Pick a date Pick a venue Outline a budget and set KPIs Put together a planning committee Develop a timeline Create branding for the event Determine pricing strategy Determine a marketing strategy, including social media, email, web and any print or broadcast advertising (..)

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Social Tables

JUNE 29, 2023

Provide a budget outline that breaks the total down into specific categories like venue costs, presentation tech, F&B, entertainment, decorations, and security. Operations managers negotiate prices, book vendors, place supply orders, and communicate vendor details between the planning team, venue, and benefiting organization.

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GEVME

APRIL 25, 2018

Have you ever successfully negotiated a price with an event vendor before? To cut down on costs, consider price negotiations, ask event sponsors for some support, and recruit volunteers. Finding an event tech vendor that can ensure a seamless onsite check-in experience is an important pre-event task. At the event. Conclusion.

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Event Planning BluePrint

MARCH 29, 2022

In our modern world of technology and social media, it’s easy to follow your favorite, famous event planners. . If you engage in conversations on LinkedIn groups or comment on posts on social media, it can help extend your reach and highlight your talents. Sponsor and media management. Social impact actions.

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Eventmobi

SEPTEMBER 27, 2018

Event marketing (including email and social media marketing). Sharing license and tools may be economical for some organizations, but it may also make it more difficult to switch providers or negotiate prices if you’re dissatisfied since other teams will have to be involved in the decision making. Team management.

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Event Industry News

AUGUST 29, 2019

Social media posts and digital content has added another layer to work responsibilities in PR and other sectors. Listen on to hear Louise discuss different aspects of working with event organisers, covering topics regarding creating ideas, negotiations and show coverage. Event Tech. Areas of interest. Brand Events.

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Endless Events

OCTOBER 25, 2022

Social media posts. Your logo is non-negotiable. Everything from your website to your social media should mention the upcoming event. . Our tech-first approach for in-person, hybrid, and virtual events makes event branding a breeze. Create a launch calendar at least six months before your event.

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Hubilo Blog

MARCH 7, 2020

They may be event tech enthusiasts, event planners , event speakers , but all of them are influencers for event enthusiasts and followers. She has been voted one of the top 100 movers and shakers in the UK Event Industry 2016 and a top 10 Event Industry social media influencer. She truly loves her job!

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The Castle Group

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Working with an agency can help save time and money due to the company’s efficiencies, negotiating expertise, and vendor relationships/purchasing power. Tech savvy – In today’s digital age, technology is integral to event management.

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GEVME

APRIL 9, 2018

With a focus on such tools as online registration, tech-powered onsite check-in, and detailed analytics, you can increase your productivity with lower labour and cost investments. Email your contact base, create an attention-grabbing story that can be wrapped into social media posts or other marketing materials, and start promoting.

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Eventtia

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Agree upon the KPIs to track the event’s performance, including customer footfall, social media mentions, number of sales, and more. In retail, you can plan teaser ads, social media campaigns, or influencer partnerships. Event Social Profiles: Set up or adapt social media profiles for your event.

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SpotMe Blog

JUNE 13, 2023

Pharma meeting planners are experts in social media marketing, email campaigns, media partnerships, and more to maximize HCP attendance and participation. They can often negotiate better deals and availability. Promotion and marketing: Spreading the word about your event to the right audience is key.

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Eventsforce

JANUARY 14, 2021

Sales, Persuasion and Negotiation . We are all persuading and negotiating with each other throughout our day to day activities. Selling, negotiating and persuading skills are crucial in a world where the events landscape has changed beyond recognition. On-Demand Webinar: How to become a tech-savvy event planner.

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SpotMe Blog

AUGUST 25, 2022

That way you’ll have more options, more time to negotiate, and a clear guideline to make sure your event is cost-efficient. Event tech. Ways to recruit speakers include reaching out directly on social media and talking to local universities to see if any faculty members would be interested. Select other event tech.

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GEVME

OCTOBER 30, 2019

The classic style best fits business negotiations, professional networking, investment attraction, and such – i.e., events where there shouldn’t be many distracting factors. This is undoubtedly the one tech concept to make everyone remember your stand for a long time. . A great example of web marketing through social media.

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Social Tables

NOVEMBER 16, 2016

Here are some tips I have learned along the way that can help you get what you need without sacrificing your relationship with the party you are negotiating with. To help you with your own process, I have formatted my tips in a form of the questions that you should ask yourself before negotiating your next rental contract.

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Bizzabo

MARCH 6, 2020

From tech to finance to media—here's a look at 30 of the best conferences for women in 2020. These conferences span a diverse array of industries—from finance to media to tech. Women Impact Tech. Why You Should Attend: We have a ways to go before we reach gender parity in the tech industry. Source: LinkedIn.

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SmartMeetings

FEBRUARY 1, 2018

However, rather than the angry reaction that has led Senior Planners Industry Network to start a petition for commission parity and Meeting Planners Unite to launch a social media group, Tenholder sees an opportunity for independent planners. Leveraging Tech Tools. “The others will follow suit at some point,” he says.

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Event Industry News

SEPTEMBER 20, 2019

All education sessions fall under five themes: Engagement, Innovation & Technology; Leadership, Professional Development & Culture; Partnerships, Sponsorships & Sales; Current Affairs, Regulations & Compliance; and “Marketing, Social Media & Branding. Event Tech. Areas of interest. Brand Events. Conferences.

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Event Industry News

MARCH 6, 2020

In our tech-savvy, social media crazed world, it is imperative that we enable ourselves to find new and exciting ways to keep delegates minds actively engaged throughout the event to spark interest and intrigue.

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ePly

MARCH 26, 2024

After you choose a promising venue, meticulously detail every one of your expectations in a comprehensive service level agreement (SLA) that will take the guesswork out of the contract negotiation process. This might include arranging catering services, admitting retail vendors, and/or bringing in tech specialists.

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Bizzabo

NOVEMBER 25, 2019

Though it may seem like social media has dominated interactions between event professionals and event marketers, event influencers are tuning into podcasts as an alternative means for sharing event planning tips, tricks, and best practices. Event Tech Podcast. Event Tech Podcast. The Best Event Planning Podcasts.

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PCMA Convene

MAY 31, 2020

In addition, her students evaluate different digital platforms, like 6Connex and Nex-Tech, to understand their varying capabilities. Olympic Committee, corporate sponsors, athletes, media, and vendors who are now “in pivot mode,” she said. “It Social media: Are there opportunities for attendees to share on social media?

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Event Farm

NOVEMBER 9, 2017

Here’s what she said: “Lauren, Andrea and I talk often about how to best navigate a tech industry and world in general where leadership is often still predominantly associated with men. Especially if you work in tech,” Sofia told us, “pitching new positions is a reality.”. The best part of her story? You know where you want to be.

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Bizzabo

MARCH 12, 2020

WSJ Tech Live. WSJ Tech Live brings the greatest, most ambitious minds in tech together for three days of "candid interviews, lively off-stage discussions, and premiere networking opportunities." Key Takeaway: WSJ Tech Live does a lot of things right. Source: The Wall Street Journal. This is a great idea!

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Capterra Event Management

FEBRUARY 14, 2018

Determine your tech needs. Marketing ( social media marketing software , print materials and design work, registration management software ). Nearly everyone has a cell phone ( 92% of American adults ) and a social media profile of some kind ( 81% of Americans ). Digital marketing avenue: Social media.

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Social Tables

JANUARY 17, 2018

Audience expectations range from the creature comforts of easy parking, familiar food, and a pleasant room temperature to WOW factors, like an exotic location, tech-savvy presentations, and useful SWAG. Under this section of your list, you can add details such as research costs of rentals or negotiate a discount with vendors.

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Cvent: Event Marketing

DECEMBER 12, 2018

And one of the easiest ways to stay on track is to use event tech. Right alongside negotiating with multiple schedules, coordinating with sponsors, and managing your attendees’ experience, you have to make sure that the event will accomplish your objectives. This can be difficult because ROI for events is often hard to prove.

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EventUp

SEPTEMBER 13, 2019

Standard WiFi is considered the bare minimum you should offer your attendees, especially if it’s work-related or you need them to share their moments live to social media. Depending on what your conference offers, picking a venue that’s best aligned with your tech needs just makes sense.

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Event Industry News

OCTOBER 25, 2019

Dahlia has an OMG-attitude about all things tech and audience engagement solutions. I have a continuous curious mind about tech that can catapult event professionals and events to new heights. It’s not about how cool or innovative the tech is, it’s how creatively it was implemented to support the goals of the event and team.

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Planning Pod

JUNE 23, 2023

With ChatGPT , planners can quickly generate wide-ranging content, from event agendas and speaker biographies to marketing materials, such as social media posts and emails. AI-generated content can transform the planning process for organizers and marketers, helping save time with streamlined content generation.

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EventBank Insights

JANUARY 9, 2019

New tech is driving more and more interest in announcements, trade shows are picking up pace outside of China for once, and the world of event management is getting easier and easier. Possibly by subscribing to newsletters, sharing the event on social media, and other tertiary ways of giving you value.

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Hubilo Blog

AUGUST 27, 2018

Negotiation capabilities. · Food is a major attraction, for example, at IMEX many people flooded the social media with the pictures of the delicious treats being served to them. . Here are a few must follow pointers for event venue security: · Security check for all the tech equipment for audio and visuals. ·

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