Event Marketer

MAY 17, 2021

That live-guide component came into play for a program in the Faroe Islands tourism arm’s “Remote Tourism” campaign, which allowed travelers with itchy feet to control live people on the ground in various parts of the region by using their phone or computer keypad. HIGH-TECH SANITIZATION. HEALTH SCREENING.

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Event Industry News

JULY 27, 2020

Before COVID, the Philadelphia area was poised for another record setting year of events—concerts, citywide conferences, conventions, trade shows, galas, festivals, sports, performances, fundraisers, and special events of all kinds. Similar rallies were held around the country this week, in cities including Boston and Salt Lake City.

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Eventmobi

JUNE 12, 2023

Pros: Multiple options for attendees Can reach an audience locally and from afar Many accessibility options Mixed revenue opportunities, best of both worlds Cons: Often more complex to organize More expensive tech considerations Can feel like two separate events One group might be privileged Are In Person Events Better than Virtual Events?

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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. Rachel in her wide career of journalism and events has mastered Trade Shows. Kate Patay : Kate brings 20+ years of rich experience in business travel, tourism and event marketing strategy.

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GEVME

MARCH 15, 2019

Over 5,000 event colleagues, exhibitors, and mentors connected with one another at the Special Event (TSE), the industry’s largest trade show and conference for event professionals. Social Media Marketing World 2019. We simply cannot miss this gathering for splendid tech brains that will be held in Hong Kong this year.

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Endless Events

JANUARY 19, 2018

That’s why are always innovating and trying new stage design ideas, new tools, and new tech. This week, we have a few tips for making your trade show booth stand out and managing your social media better. Are you willing to go ultra high-tech? Trade Show Tips for the New Year.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 7, 2023

Speed Networking While matching software is available to identify attendees with the same interests, this option doesn’t have to be tech-intensive. What’s your favorite place to travel? This works well for a meeting with under fifty individuals and where attendees don’t know each other. What are your event expectations?

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GEVME

NOVEMBER 30, 2020

A hybrid event is a type of event that has a mixture of a physical event with a virtual platform, sometimes along with social media integration. With this came the virtual events and social media. A company can now create a hype about the event way in advance over social media, which usually increases attendance.

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Endless Events

FEBRUARY 23, 2018

For instance, could you give a one-of-a-kind travel experience to your audience without them leaving their seats? Other ways to boost event engagement include adding some game elements aligned to your event goals, using new tech like VR and live streaming, and having a “why” for your event. Click To Tweet.

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Eventmobi

JUNE 23, 2020

Once we resume a sense of normalcy post-COVID, the advantages of saving on travel & accommodation expenses; and the ability to have more delegates and attendees by offering a hybrid event of both Virtual and physical (In-person) attendance will be surely capitalized upon.

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Hubilo Blog

NOVEMBER 5, 2018

MICE industry welcomes all the event planners, event ogranisers, event-tech enthusiasts and event professionals to witness the rise of MICE in all forms! London Tech Week . Held every year in London, London Tech Week is one of the greatest events that no event professional wants to miss out. Event Tech Live (TBA).

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SmartMeetings

DECEMBER 18, 2019

In 2010, social media was considered a fad, the Blackberry was still the most popular phone, and we used our desktop computer as a primary source for online information. Conference or Trade Show. Their travel budget was cut. Conference or Trade Shows. Meeting Type. Percentage. Client Advisory Board.

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Hubilo Blog

APRIL 18, 2019

Some of the few titles he’s been awarded are: Won the Smart Business Magazine’s Social Media Impact Award, Awarded: 2015–2016 ILEA International Volunteer of the Year Award, Ranked: #2 Most Influential Event Professional on Social Media in North America , and many more. How did Borelli strategies begin? Announcing.

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The Castle Group

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

For example, if you are planning a large-scale trade show with multiple exhibitors and sponsors vs. an exclusive sales incentive program with attendee travel coordination, the services required may be very different. Tech savvy – In today’s digital age, technology is integral to event management.

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Event Leadership Institute

APRIL 23, 2021

This is manifesting in competing narratives playing out in conversations on Zoom calls, on social media, among thought leaders, and others. This is getting the most traction in tech companies, as exemplified by Salesforce’s “Work From Anywhere” announcement in February that all employees can choose to continue to work from home.

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SmartMeetings

MAY 20, 2020

While the group was going for a spin on the customized matching and meeting platform, Tara Thomas, founder of The Meeting Pool , popped in to share other options for bringing the meeting to attendees when it is not safe to travel—or just because it makes good business sense. Trade Shows. These simulate a virtual world.

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SmartMeetings

JULY 12, 2016

She’s constantly traveling and speaking just about everywhere. Dahlia El Gazzar is a longtime friend of Smart Meetings and valuable resource when it comes to all things tech. She can often be found quoted in tech-centric articles talking about the future of events. Tech Behind the Scenes: How Technology Enhances Events.

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

Recorded at Event Tech Live, Will had a great conversation about the evolution of SXSW with none other than their former Chief Innovation Officer, Scott Wilcox. Almost three decades later, SXSW is a household name among trade shows, conferences, and events. ” And then, there are social media platforms.

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Event Industry News

MARCH 7, 2019

He has 23 years’ experience across all disciplines including Experience and Event Marketing, Sponsorship, Amplification, Social Media Strategy, Retail Insights, Influencer Marketing, Experiential and Branded Content, and Omni-Channel Experiences. Rebecca – is Co-Founder, Managing Partner, and Client Services Director at Kemosabe.

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Canadian Special Events

APRIL 23, 2020

” Designed as the perfect space for trade shows, the venue required a little more love to bring it to the “epic-party” ambience desired by their discerning client, who wanted to create “an award-winning event that would be splashed all over industry mags and social media.

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Eventtia

DECEMBER 11, 2021

Today in 2021, events are no longer solely about in-person, live events like trade shows, conferences, and music concerts. If, for example, you want to book a high-profile speaker from overseas and don’t have the budget for accommodation/travel, then you can consider hosting a virtual-only event if the speaker is willing.

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Stova

APRIL 13, 2023

These are just two examples of artificial intelligence at work in trade shows and conferences. This is one way AI event tech shines. After years of travel restrictions and social distancing, people want to reconnect. Put AI to work scanning social media to understand consumer sentiment better.

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Guidebook

AUGUST 1, 2018

We did some research on some of the top trends at trade shows; check them out and implement them at your shows — they’re sure to get attendees buzzing about your booth on and off Twitter! Setting up a photo booth at your trade show is a fun and engaging activity for your guests! Go the Extra Mile.

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Hubilo Blog

AUGUST 5, 2020

Virtual conferences, summits, exhibitions, trade shows, meetings, trade fairs, educational fair events, anything – they have to be detail oriented and snappy with the planning and execution of events at the same time. HMA Travels. HMA is a full services, IATA certified travel agency. Contact HMA Travels. .

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Hubilo Blog

AUGUST 27, 2018

Hosting trade shows and expos at places where the audience would have a comfortable yet unique experience is what planners think about. No attendee wants to drag themselves into a business event looking tired from the travel or looking all dull. Distance from the Venue. Ease of accessibility must be set as the priority!

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Capterra Event Management

JULY 19, 2016

The blog from popular enterprise event software Cvent is divided into categories so you can peruse based on your interests: social media, site selection and budgeting, association tips, meeting and event intelligence, planning how-tos, and strategic meetings management. Its entries cover technology, social media, marketing, and more.

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Attendify

MARCH 9, 2020

Social media. One obvious benefit of virtual events is that travel is no longer a barrier to attendees. Say so long to travel headaches and sign influencers up for virtual talks, or bring subject matter experts, sponsors and exhibitors into the digital fold by running an AMA (ask me anything) in your event app.

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Event Industry News

AUGUST 3, 2020

and ultimately 4G) changed everything – from travel and to transport through to film and retail – by placing a social, collaborative and responsive platform at the centre of all our interactions. Social media bragging rights provided the ultimate fuel for this transition.

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Socio Events

MARCH 20, 2020

Virtual events can be simple, like a webinar, or more complex and include multiple speakers, sessions, and entertainment — similar to an in-person conference or trade show. More Eco-Friendly: With no need for travel, your event won’t contribute to fossil fuel emissions. Use or Repurpose Existing Content – If Possible.

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PCMA Convene

MAY 31, 2016

Feeling overwhelmed by technology is a common sentiment expressed by meeting-professional respondents to Convene surveys, who say that they struggle with the fast pace of change, the latest tech tools and up-to-the-minute applications, and the shiniest new things. What should they pay attention to? Artificial Intelligence. Christopher Durso.

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PCMA Convene

MAY 1, 2017

By 2020, the virtual-reality market could be worth $30 million, according to tech advisory firm Digi-Capital, and with companies like Facebook and Google investing heavily in the technology, headsets soon may be as ubiquitous as smartphones. Travel Association’s IPW show in June 2015. “We Instant success . And don’t overreach .

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Bizzabo

AUGUST 10, 2018

Planning on attending an upcoming trade show? We’ve come up with a eight-step checklist ensuring you are fully prepared before attending your next trade show. The trade show has withstood the test of time as an effective marketing tactic. But, trade shows require extensive preparation.

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SmartMeetings

FEBRUARY 22, 2017

Job title: Tech evangelist and idea igniter. What I love about my job: I love the eureka moments that our audience experiences when they realize that tech solutions, apps or workarounds can transform the way they work on a daily basis. What I love about my job: As a global citizen, my work allows me to travel. Cheryl Gentry.

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Bizzabo

MARCH 26, 2020

With due regard to the safe and healthy environment in Barcelona and the host country today, the GSMA has cancelled MWC Barcelona 2020 because the global concern regarding the coronavirus outbreak, travel concern and other circumstances, make it impossible for the GSMA to hold the event. IMEX is a landmark trade show in the events industry.

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SmartMeetings

FEBRUARY 22, 2017

Job title: Tech evangelist and idea igniter. What I love about my job: I love the eureka moments that our audience experiences when they realize that tech solutions, apps or workarounds can transform the way they work on a daily basis. What I love about my job: As a global citizen, my work allows me to travel. Cheryl Gentry.

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SpotMe Blog

MAY 4, 2021

Trade shows. Evaluate your current event tech stack, and research which platforms will support it. On the other hand, if you’re feeling ambitious, find your ideal virtual event platform and update your tech stack to match it. Work together on social media content and promotions. Virtual travel opportunities.

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Bizzabo

NOVEMBER 29, 2018

Although there are plenty of examples of smaller, more intimate events (such as VIP dinners) you can also find larger examples like the lead generating exhibitions like those found at trade shows and user conferences. Without the obstacle of physical travel, InsideSales created a series of quality on-demand sessions.

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