Smart Meetings

MAY 6, 2022

The reality is likely that for the foreseeable future, most attendees will be split between those willing and able to attend in person and those who cannot and will have to attend virtually. Regardless of where events are being viewed, quality assurance is key. Clear Communication with Clients and Attendees.

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Endless Events

JULY 9, 2020

So…event planning around political unrest. As the world struggles to contain a global pandemic and a series of protests arise throughout several countries, event planners need to take a step back. Event planners have a responsibility towards their attendees and, to a certain extent, towards the world.

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Social Tables

APRIL 20, 2023

Event planning consistently ranks as one of most stressful jobs in the U.S. Whether planners find themselves forced to work with difficult personalities, try to juggle juxtaposing requests, fix event planning mistakes, or balance dozens of last-minute event changes, event planners have plenty of reasons to feel stressed.

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Traveler's Q

JANUARY 25, 2024

As event planners, staying ahead of the game means being knowledgeable about the latest travel and accommodation trends and incorporating them into your planning strategies. From group travel to event technology and sustainability in meetings, there are endless opportunities to innovate and take your events to the next level.

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 16, 2018

There’s no room for that in event planning. The cornerstone of a successful event is a dream event planning team where everyone has a role to play and eagerly contributes to the success of the event. It’s impossible to put together an event on your own. Committees where people butt heads and argue.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 21, 2023

Improving Accessibility in the Events Industry Accessibility is a critical aspect of event planning that ensures all attendees can fully participate in and enjoy the event experience. But what can event organizers do today to make their events more open and accessible to all?

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Bizzaboo

AUGUST 30, 2023

Event planning is both an art and a science. In this article, we’ve rounded up some of the most powerful event planning tips to help you save time, reduce stress, and deliver an exceptional experience to your attendees. Curious about how to set objectives and long-term event goals?

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

In today’s world, you cannot overlook the possibility of Mother Nature becoming an unwanted attendee at your meeting or event. Undoubtedly, changing weather patterns requires businesses to become proactive about planning for severe weather or be faced with costly consequences.

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Endless Events

JANUARY 18, 2022

While it’s great at offering safety guidelines, the CDC FAQ for event planners doesn’t really give any advice about our overarching event strategies! Event planners essentially have three options: to cancel, to postpone, or to pivot. Event Planning During COVID: Initial Considerations.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 21, 2023

Improving Accessibility in the Events Industry Accessibility is a critical aspect of event planning that ensures all attendees can fully participate in and enjoy the event experience. But what can event organizers do today to make their events more open and accessible to all?

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

Attendee arrival has changed in recent years. Before the pandemic, attendees would have booked hotels and made transportation arrangements in the days or weeks leading up to the event. Arianna has a long-standing relationship with events. How Arianna Black Came to Events. In 2019, we had an event app,” she says. “A

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Endless Events

AUGUST 31, 2018

Whether it’s a purely online event like a webinar or a hybrid event where online participants can be part of a real life event, virtual events can be a welcome addition for your audiences. Gain the trust of your audience by learning the ropes and getting an event planning certification.

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Endless Events

JANUARY 26, 2018

Who doesn’t love a free event planning tool? One of the best free event planning tools an #eventprof can use are templates. You can avoid missing crucial event details, reduce the stress of recreating something from scratch, and hit the ground running from day one. What Do Attendees Really Do in Festivals?

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Endless Events

JUNE 15, 2023

Navigating event attendee data requires the right balance between collecting valuable information and respecting event attendee privacy. It sends a message to attendees saying, when you’re not happy about how your data is collected, go to court. Who Cares About Event Attendee Data? adds Dustin. “It

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Social Tables

JANUARY 27, 2021

Free Planning Tools Diagram events, wow attendees, and win clients with free planning tools. Many event planning conferences were canceled or postponed, and most of those that weren’t took place virtually. Read on to learn more about some of the top event planning conferences that 2021 has to offer.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

How do you keep attendees engaged when the needle is always shifting? Tactics to encourage attendee engagement are wide-ranging, dependent on attendance numbers and often differ case-by-case. If you want to drive a synchronous experience, give attendees a reason why they should tune in live rather than watch on demand,” Gaudini said.

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Social Tables

JUNE 29, 2023

From online community awareness campaigns to out-of-the-box nonprofit event planning ideas, thoughtful preparation can help increase the success of fundraising activities. In this guide, we walk you through the process of planning a nonprofit event step-by-step. Master nonprofit event planning in 10 simple steps 1.

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Stova

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

From reducing environmental footprints to fostering socially responsible practices, integrating sustainability into events has become a paramount consideration for event managers and their event technology partners. Sustainability is a guiding principle that has the power to redefine corporate event planning for the better.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 31, 2023

We’ll create an itinerary that matches your interests and give you an all-inclusive insider’s tour that lets you put yourself in your attendees’ shoes. Learn how Reno Tahoe can help make your job easier at VisitRenoTahoe.com/meeting-planners The post Reno Tahoe works hard to make event planning easy.

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Endless Events

OCTOBER 25, 2019

Airtable is an excellent resource for event managers who need to track attendees, press releases, or marketing materials. The app even includes an Event Planning template that allows you to build the schedule and keep track of staff, sponsors, and budget, as shown below. Cons: Requires paid plan to make more than 3 maps.

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Endless Events

FEBRUARY 22, 2019

Event gamification comes in many forms and has the power to transform your event into one that delights your audience. It works by accessing the emotions and the motivations of attendees – because, at heart, we like to collect, complete and compete. Improving the proactivity of attendees. Generating positivity.

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Endless Events

MAY 18, 2020

Because virtual events are now the norm. And figuring out how much you should charge your attendees is a challenge. But now that the paradigm has shifted, the questions about event pricing changed too. And we previously covered some ways you can learn to figure out how to price your virtual event. Sounds strange, right?

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Traveler's Q

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

By harnessing the power of social media, event planners can create a more engaging and interactive experience for attendees, both during and after the event. billion active social media users worldwide, social media provides a vast platform for event promotion and engagement. With nearly 4.5

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The MICE Blog

MAY 4, 2023

Offer nearby activities for attendees to explore during breaks or after the event Encourage attendees to take advantage of the surrounding area by exploring on foot or by bike. Too often, attendees spend the entire event inside, missing out on the opportunity to experience the local surroundings.

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Endless Events

APRIL 1, 2020

Because this time around, you’re not just competing with attendees’ phones. Sure, engaging remote attendees is harder than engaging those who are physically present. You have to remember to plan a virtual audience engagement strategy that includes steps to take before the event. You want your attendees to be hyped!

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Convene by PCMA

AUGUST 10, 2023

Plus, its brainstorming feature helps you break free from the “rinse and repeat” approach to event planning. Plan to attend a conference. Many groups budget in the fall for the following year and now is the time to request to attend an event. Work across teams on similar challenges to amplify your event’s impact.

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Endless Events

MAY 25, 2020

And especially now with virtual events , the possibilities are endless. They’re at your disposal and, if you make good use of them, at the disposal of your attendees. Start assembling your content database now with your very first virtual event! Because you have all of these amazing hours of content recorded.

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ADMEI

MARCH 13, 2024

Designing Events with Empathy 13 March 2024 In the world of event planning, there's a growing awareness of the importance of empathy in crafting unforgettable experiences for attendees. This is a valuable skill, and it’s well worth developing for event planners. Why Does Empathy Matter in Event Planning?

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Social Tables

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

Corporate events get a bad rap. If the event is for internal teams, many attendees are obligated to go even if they don’t feel like it. If your corporate event is for customers and partners, you’ll still need to come up with something exciting to grab their attention and make them want to spend non-work hours with you.

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Travel Daily Media

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

The post Marriott International: Leading the Way in Sustainable Travel and Event Planning appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Brand TD. “Sustainable event planning doesn’t need to be complex or expensive. It’s as simple as an event organiser placing their QR codes at the event.

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Endless Events

JANUARY 27, 2023

One Thing the Industry can do Better: Educate Attendees One of the significant benefits of the nomadic lifestyle is constant exposure to other cultures. Her response: attendee education. We’re not educating our attendees about the destination enough. We always get the attendee’s home address.

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Motivation Excellence

JANUARY 8, 2020

One area where communication can fail, especially for clients, is understanding the difference between event management and event planning. A client looking for someone who can do all the functions of event management may not understand why an event planner isn’t able to meet their needs.

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Bizzaboo

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

It doesn’t matter if you’re hosting a team summit, client meet-and-greet, or large trade show — attendees want to participate in events prioritizing a safe, healthy planet. That’s where this sustainable event checklist comes in. . Evaluate your existing practices and attendee feedback. ?

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Bizzaboo

JUNE 26, 2023

Every event professional has the same goal for corporate event planning: to orchestrate an engaging experience that delivers favorable business outcomes. Corporate event planning checklists can significantly increase your chances of achieving your event goals. Generate leads. Promote your brand.

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Eventtia

MAY 11, 2022

If this is your first time planning an event, chances are, knowing where to get started can be daunting, but fear not as you’ve come to the right place. In this ultimate event planning guide, we will discuss all you need to know about planning, organizing, and executing an event in this step-by-step guide.

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MeetingsNet

APRIL 19, 2024

In mid-April, the convention division of marketing and engagement firm MCI USA rolled out upgrades to its OneSystem Plus event-management platform, that use artificial intelligence to aid both event-planning teams and their attendees. On the planning side, the system now uses A.I. And after an event, A.I.

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Eventtia

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Whether you’re on the brink of planning a first event or are a seasoned professional revising your event planning checklist, this guide aims to be your trusted roadmap. This article provides a comprehensive event planning checklist to help you manage every detail for a successful event, from start to finish.

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