Eventinterface

MAY 7, 2018

Selecting the right speakers can make or break your meeting. The bad ones see themselves as the star-of-the-show, with little consideration for the needs of other (often non-professional) speakers on the program. Mountain Time, presented by Orvel Ray Wilson,CSP standing-ovation keynoter, best-selling author, elite speaker coach.

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SmartMeetings

JANUARY 29, 2018

Want to gain added exposure at a trade show? Smart Meeting Northern California speaker Eileen McDargh says, “don’t settle for just a banner on the stage with your company’s name.” Consider sponsoring a professional speaker and get creative about partnering. Make sure the speaker is versed in your product or service.

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PCMA Convene

FEBRUARY 21, 2019

As event marketers work to attract traffic to their trade-show floors, it’s common to tailor messaging based on where those prospective attendees live, what type of companies they represent, their age, and a number of other demographic factors. Age, though, is an important factor in understanding the makeup of trade-show audiences.

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Eventmobi

JULY 5, 2023

Maybe it’s venue rental, marketing expenses, speaker fees, technology requirements, accessibility support, or catering costs. Session introductions Boost their brand exposure by allowing sponsors to introduce speakers or sessions. In return, your sponsors can present the awards to gain visibility during the ceremony.

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Attendease

AUGUST 7, 2020

The shift from in-person road shows and trade shows to online programming has presented several challenges for event management professionals: Finding the right technology to support digital event management. Keeping attendees, speakers and sponsors engaged. Not all brand representatives are strong speakers.

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SmartMeetings

OCTOBER 23, 2019

As an event professional, you may understand the science of producing a trade show—ordering pipe and drape and carpet, selling booth space and scanning badges—but are you a master of the art of the trade show? Related : Las Vegas Ranked Top Trade-Show City. The show isn’t over, even when the show is over.

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GEVME

DECEMBER 19, 2019

If we look at trade shows (trade fairs or exhibitions, if you prefer) over the past decades, the reality is that not much has changed. Take a look at the following picture of a trade fair back in 1979: National Tire Dealers and Retreaders Association Conference & Trade Show 1979. Sounds far-fetched?

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Eventmobi

OCTOBER 10, 2023

While workshops provide a hands-on environment, seminars offer a more structured format that might include keynote speakers and panel discussions. Outside of the main conference sessions or presentations, organizers might set up special luncheons or after-hours social events to help attendees network.

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ePly

JANUARY 9, 2024

.” Exhibitor Education Will Be Essential to Drive Trade Show Success According to Richard Erschik , speaker/presenter for the Exhibitor Training Webinar , the pandemic forced many exhibiting companies to lay off their exhibit managers.

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Eventmobi

JULY 10, 2023

There’s constant communication between attendees, speakers, and you—the organizers. Reduce print costs Event agenda, speaker information, booth information, venue map, feedback surveys, or signage… All this information can be provided with the right mobile event app. Make the case to your board Know which app you want to go with?

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Attendease

JANUARY 30, 2024

While holding an exhibition, leading a seminar, conducting a session, or giving a presentation accomplishes more of what you need to generate initial interest, you need to maximize every interaction, whether active or passive. Attending and expecting leads and sales to blossom out of thin air is a pipe dream, at best.

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Meeting Tomorrow

FEBRUARY 21, 2019

And that rule is, any audience of any size will lend their time and attention, their feedback, and in many cases – their resources, in exchange for expert insight, ahead of the curve ideas and solid advice, if delivered through a flawless presentation. The momentum is on the presenter’s side. Try out your technology before you present.

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MeetingsNet

JANUARY 22, 2024

Released in early January, the 2024 Trends Report: Attendee Intent and Behavior from trade-show, exhibit, and event-production agency Freeman addresses the key factors that influence people’s decisions to attend in-person events and their satisfaction with those events. Attendees want substance, not celebrity,” says the report. “A

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Attendease

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Next, build a realistic event budget—factor in venue, food and beverage, A/V, staffing, speakers, promotion, etc. For physicians, highlight CME credit opportunities, renowned speakers, and insights into emerging treatment. Build in ample time to connect between presentations. Clear objectives are crucial.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Day two kicked off with a keynote speech from author and public speaker Lisa Braithwaite, M.A., who specializes in mentoring purpose-driven business leaders to deliver their own meaningful presentations that help grow their businesses. Also offered was a workshop called, “The Artful Conversation.”

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PCMA Convene

SEPTEMBER 11, 2020

9 Velvet Chainsaw Consulting webinar got to hear how the National Speakers Association (NSA) wrestled with many decisions leaders faced following the move of its 1,200-attendee INFLUENCE 2020 national annual convention scheduled for the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center, Aug. Participants in a Sept.

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TicketBud

JANUARY 11, 2024

But more recently, the format has expanded to include seminars, trade shows, career fairs, conferences, and more. The in-person portion of the event includes a physical venue where people gather for workshops, presentations, networking activities, etc. Hybrid events also help event organizers meet sustainability goals.

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Stova

JULY 6, 2023

From trade shows to conferences, AR and VR have the power to transport participants into extraordinary realms, enhancing engagement and leaving lasting impressions. However, with VR technology, you can recreate the entire trade show experience virtually.

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Event Industry News

OCTOBER 22, 2021

In addition, events like trade shows aren’t able to really provide value to stakeholders. Whether exploring the trade show floor, watching a presentation, listening to speakers, browsing exhibit booths, or networking in the hallway, connect and share face-to-face with real people.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Trade Show at Meet with Momentum The panel discussed at length how to curate experiences that are not cookie-cutter—it gives planners a reason to stay on property and is an opportunity to involve the local community. Insights from the Team at Atlantis Michelle Liu led a comprehensive presentation on Atlantis’s sustainability programs.

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SpotMe Blog

JULY 25, 2021

The tricky part about hybrid conferences and events is making them equally as engaging and fulfilling for people who are attending remotely as it is to those who are physically present. Those attending in person can go to workshops, engage with each other, interact with speakers, and ask questions. Trade shows.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 4, 2024

Behind the scenes of The NAMM Show In January, Smart Meetings had the privilege of attending The NAMM Show (National Association of Music Merchants) in Anaheim, California. We have had the opportunity to present at their meetings, which has helped to improve communication with the city and businesses within the community.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 23, 2023

Learning tracks cover challenges that keep meeting professionals up at night When what is expected to be the largest crowd ever for an events industry trade show arrives at Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas in October for IMEX America 2023 , the focus will squarely be on connecting people in new, effective ways.

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Event Marketer

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Here, we offer a preview of what we’ll explore at the show—tactics and trends that are helping event marketers to level-up their events, campaign strategies, revenue and careers this year. THE EXPERIENTIAL EXHIBIT Trade show strategies, exhibit portfolios, on-the-floor booth experiences—they’re all changing.

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Canadian Special Events

MARCH 17, 2024

As Exhibitor surveys complained about a lack of delegate face-time, the new goal was to create more dedicated delegate time on the trade show floor and greater added value. Knowing there was another reception the next night on the trade show floor, CDA scheduled a quick meeting with the venue during the Sunday reception.

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MeetingsNet

APRIL 29, 2022

An on-stage incident involving a presenter and attendee raises the question: Can organizers account for every possibility when creating an event’s risk-management plan? As Wilde made her presentation, a woman from the audience approached the stage and reached up towards Wilde with a large envelope.

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Conferences that Work

NOVEMBER 13, 2022

And unless they possess excellent hearing, conversing with a colleague while Heroes plays from a monster speaker ten feet away is, well, challenging. For this to happen, these groups need to interact, typically at trade shows, sessions where suppliers lead or contribute, and meeting socials. So attendees need somewhere to talk.

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Eventmobi

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Boost engagement Let’s face it—your attendees aren’t at their most engaged when they’re passively watching presentations. Offer better learning opportunities Games and challenges can reinforce key takeaways from sessions or presentations. Let’s take a look. Promote it before your event via emails and push notifications.

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GEVME

FEBRUARY 20, 2022

It enables attendees and speakers to choose how they wish to participate in the event – by visiting the physical venue or simply checking in through their devices. Engaging content such as presentations, videos, case studies to guides can help you take your hybrid event to the next level. What is a hybrid event? Feedback matters.

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Event Industry News

DECEMBER 1, 2020

Share the important updates instantly.Mix pre-recorded videos from speakers with user-generated content. From video, to polling, Q&A, and on-demand videos, increase show-up rates by being irresistibly simple, precise and interactive. Nurture the relationship between the event speakers and the audience. Engagement tools.

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ePly

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

Types of Corporate Events If you think corporate events are only conferences and trade shows, think again. Start a running list of all the items you will need for your event, from booth setups and badges to speakers, signage, food, music , and swag. Only then should you consider a theme, event elements, and run-of-show.

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GEVME

OCTOBER 10, 2020

The virtual audience can have access to the talks and presentations happening at the event’s central location. This team ensures that the speakers’ timing, the presentation, the audio, the camera set-up, etc. The essential part of any event is its speakers. The Different Types of Hybrid Events.

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Event Age by Swapcard

AUGUST 29, 2018

Ask any seasoned presenter and she’ll admit a simple truth. They barely keep in mind a figure or two a speaker mentioned, usually right and at the start or the end of a presentation. But it’s not the most powerful way to make sure an audience will take away a lasting memory from a conference or a trade show.

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GEVME

JULY 31, 2021

Through a digital exhibitor booth, the audience will be able to view the booths just like how they would be present in a physical environment. You should then be able to see how many people are present at the event at a given time and the total attendance rate at that moment. Real-Time Interactive Tools. Virtual Event Builder.

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Eventscase Blog

MARCH 19, 2024

We exhibited at major trade shows, participated in networking events, and even managed our own events. Let’s get on with this monthly review of Eventscase news… INTERNATIONAL CONFEX For the sixth consecutive year, we were present at International Confex on 28 and 29 February. And that’s a win we must celebrate!

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Eventtia

JUNE 15, 2023

Mention any speakers, activities, etc., Trade Show Event Invitation Subject: Join us at the [Trade Show Name]! I’m writing to invite you to the [Trade Show Name], which will be held at the [Location] from [Date] to [Date]. To register for the trade show, please visit our website at [Website].

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Eventmobi

MAY 27, 2019

Over 25,000 attendees were treated to a star-studded speaker line-up, keynotes, panel discussions, innovative sessions, expert workshops, and networking galore! Create a running time slot for each to give a short presentation and Q&A time. The end result was three different types of booths on the trade show floor.

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