Master the Event

DECEMBER 10, 2023

And with so many areas to consider when developing a successful program. Keep a hard copy of the meeting agenda just in case 5. But the goal is always to ensure things don’t fall through the cracks. But the goal is always to ensure things don’t fall through the cracks. But what isn’t different is prior planning.

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Attendease

APRIL 3, 2019

We’re also going to skip mostly avoidable circumstances, such as choosing the wrong venue size or underselling your event (fix it with a better marketing plan ). With that in mind, we’ll start with parking, as parking problems abound at major events: Attendees can get lost in confusing parking structures, starting off the event on a sour note.

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Event Planning BluePrint

JANUARY 18, 2022

Elaine, a seasoned event planner with 13+ years of experience left the corporate world to start her own event business using our Boost Your Event Business program. You become the primary (and in many cases) the only point of contact for all things planning and coordination of vendors and details. Create their true dream event.

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Connect Your Meetings

MARCH 19, 2019

The fact remains that while women comprise the bulk of the events industry’s planners, a glass ceiling—however cracked—remains atop the ladder. The fact remains that while women comprise the bulk of the events industry’s planners, a glass ceiling—however cracked—remains atop the ladder. Many at Mandarin Oriental, Washington, D.C.,

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Eventtia

MAY 13, 2022

Just when you thought you’d cracked sponsorship for your events, the pandemic comes and suddenly, it’s time to rethink how to move this over to a virtual setting. How is it different (or not) in the case of online events. Let’s get to it! Let’s get to it! What is a sponsorship package and how does it work?

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Management Events

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Gain more insights: Attend Magnus Solberg’s case study presentation on the rise of the human firewall — rolling out a risk-based culture program at the 600Minutes Information and Cybersecurity event in Norway. Cybersecurity and risk management are at this point deeply intertwined.

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Best Corporate Events

JANUARY 12, 2023

Every enterprise today has access to technology, information, capital, and even talent (though they may have trouble retaining it). So what is it that separates high-performing organizations—those able to retain and engage the best people, and operate at a consistently high level—from their struggling peers? Surgeon General agree on the answers.

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Eventory

FEBRUARY 14, 2019

The issue of the satisfaction level among participants, unfortunately, continues to be an unsolved mystery in many cases. The issue of the satisfaction level among participants, unfortunately, continues to be an unsolved mystery in many cases. Boosting an event experience like a boss – a case of 4Developers 2018.

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Meeting Tomorrow

NOVEMBER 28, 2018

Having worked with event planners that have implemented successful sponsorship programs, here are four key action items that are proven to help keep sponsorship a top priority for your event and organization: 1. They get busy in the day-to-day planning and the emphasis on sponsorship starts slipping through the cracks. Less is more.

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Management Events

JULY 8, 2021

Learn how to leverage digital tools : Join Jori Fabricius’ keynote session titled Building Resiliency with Purpose Driven Digital Solutions – Case Kemira Supply Chain at the Nordic StrategyForum Supply Chain and Procurement in Sweden. The pandemic has accelerated digital transformation efforts in supply chain and procurement.

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SmartMeetings

FEBRUARY 3, 2020

The temperature dipped so low that the balloon, which was worth thousands of dollars, started to crack. The temperature dipped so low that the balloon, which was worth thousands of dollars, started to crack. Jenn Artura, Head of Global Events, Incentives and Strategic Programs, Veritas Technologies LLC. Gold Medal Reflexes.

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SmartMeetings

OCTOBER 27, 2020

Whether the event is virtual , face to face, or a blend of both, every minute of programming matters. Answer these questions early in your planning process, and you’ll design an ideal mix of programming that takes any meeting from bore to ROAR—my acronym for Return On Attendee Relevance. I call these questions your Why behind the Who.

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Capterra Event Management

AUGUST 22, 2017

When I bought my first laptop right after I graduated high school, I didn’t have the money for many of the programs I wanted, such as Adobe Photoshop and Microsoft Office. In most cases, open source software is free for anyone to download and use, however there are a few exceptions to the rule. What is open source software?

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Eventbase

OCTOBER 2, 2017

In mid-2017, they stepped in and changed their App Store Review Guidelines to crack down on cookie-cutter apps , casting a cloud of confusion over the future of event apps. January 2018 update: Apple is continually revising their App Store Review Guidelines, for the latest post read It's time to rethink your event app strategy.

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Attendease

MARCH 19, 2024

Read on to learn how to scale your corporate events program successfully! Otherwise, it’s easy for things to slip through the cracks. Handling multiple events at the same time is a unique challenge for corporate event planners. This post covers key strategies to help you manage multiple events at once— without pulling your hair out.

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GatherHere

JUNE 28, 2017

Case in point: a bride-to-be, the planner for a corporate pharmacy dinner, and the host of a family get-together will expect varying levels and frequencies of communication. But once that contract is signed and submitted, then the real work begins — managing and executing of the event. It Depends on the Client. Take Detailed Notes.

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Socio Events

MAY 21, 2020

If you’re having a tough time keeping sponsors from canceling, consider rolling out a loyalty program. Loyalty programs award points to sponsors and give them a first crack at the best opportunities and positioning. There is good news. Metrics are also more trackable, making it easier to measure ROI.

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QC Event School

JUNE 27, 2022

Interested in learning about QC Event School’s self-paced, online certification programs? In this article, we’ll discuss 25 of the best tools to grow your event planning business and find success in this exciting industry. PRO TIP: Is event planning your DREAM job? Frequently Asked Questions. Here’s the full list!

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Event Marketer

JANUARY 30, 2023

And with an uptick in experiential programming hailing from the tourism industry, there are plenty of crossover lessons to be learned. The organization leveraged a research study that identified New York City as its biggest market opportunity to target and drive travel to the destination.

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Best Corporate Events

MAY 17, 2022

Fortunately, team building programs can supply the antidote. Passive-aggressive behavior is poisonous to workplace cohesion and productivity. One of the most insidious characteristics of passive-aggressive behavior is that it’s rarely an event. There’s no app managers can download that will send them an alert when this crops up.

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Eventory

NOVEMBER 29, 2018

A variety of different event types is very well visible in case of organizing recruitment events. A recruitment process is often a time-consuming experience. To increase the chances of hiring more eager candidates who want to work for your company – organize a recruitment event. However, it doesn’t have to be.

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Event Marketer

JULY 5, 2021

It was a pair of can’t-miss affairs, but just in case you did, we’ve recapped the top insights and takeaways from a cast of A-list instructors. Following a year marked by constant chaos and disruption, the experiential marketing industry came back strong in 2021. We’re talking, of course, about the 19th annual Experiential Marketing Summit.

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Planning Pod

APRIL 12, 2020

Want to know the secret to planning a successful event? It really boils down to four simple words, with the first three being focus , preparation and diligence. Yes, money and resources always help, as do connections and experience. Step 1 – Set specific goals and objectives. The same can be said for event planning.

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SmartMeetings

APRIL 5, 2021

And now that most have gotten a handle on protecting their virtual meetings, going back to physical gatherings with at least part of the program will add a whole new level of complexity. With so much on the line, the idea of creating a digital security program can be daunting. Well, let us count the ways.

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Planning Pod

OCTOBER 14, 2020

I love systems and programs that make my life easier, and I knew there was a better way to do things than what my predecessor had been doing,” says Jessica. The fact that hotels use a half dozen or more software systems to manage all their operations is commonly accepted as “business as usual”. Holiday Inn Express Richmond (VA) Midtown. “I

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Planning Pod

OCTOBER 14, 2020

I love systems and programs that make my life easier, and I knew there was a better way to do things than what my predecessor had been doing,” says Jessica. The fact that hotels use a half dozen or more software systems to manage all their operations is commonly accepted as “business as usual”. Holiday Inn Express Richmond (VA) Midtown. “I

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PCMA Convene

NOVEMBER 13, 2017

Meeting organizers who don’t think harassment is a potential issue at their own events are being naive, said Jacob Kaplan-Moss, one of the volunteer organizers of PyCon, the largest annual gathering for the community that uses and develops Python, an open-source programming language. “We

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Event Leadership Institute

MARCH 17, 2021

It took a 100-year event like COVID—slamming the brakes on all in-person events—to finally get people to pay attention to virtual. On April 13, 2010, I moderated a panel discussion on virtual events for the International Association for Exhibitions & Events. He, too, was blown away. Business Barometer: Market Caps & Valuations.

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Bizzabo

OCTOBER 8, 2018

If you’re reading this blog, it’s likely the case that your primary event goal is to generate ticket revenue and sales. Looking to drive more attendance at your next event? Welcome to the most comprehensive guide to increasing event ticket sales on the web. Between the wish and the thing the world lies waiting." Event Technology Tips.

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