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Competent logistics are the new meeting minimum

Conferences that Work

As I prepared to review the venue’s meeting spaces, room set options, and traffic patterns, I thought about how, today, competent logistics are the new meeting minimum. Yes, all these logistical considerations are important and need to be done well! Today, competent logistics are the new meeting minimum.

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Why Attendees Aren’t Committing Early to Conferences

Smart Meetings

In recent years, many event organizers have observed a notable trend: despite offering enticing early bird registration discounts, many attendees are hesitant to commit to conferences well in advance. Networking Opportunities: Early access to networking events or one-on-one sessions with keynote speakers.

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Rethinking Early-Bird Pricing — and Other Time-Honored Registration Strategies

Convene by PCMA

While last-minute registrations spiked during the COVID years, that challenge hasn’t resolved itself. That includes aligning marketing, pricing, and logistics strategies. Another thing late registrants have in common is they tend to be within driving distance of the event, removing the imperative to book air travel in advance.

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Event Registration: Everything You Need To Know About Ticketing for Events

Bizzaboo

Event ticketing and registration are the first — and perhaps most important — opportunities to impress attendees with a seamless, personalized experience and set the stage for a successful event. of event organizers have seen growth in registration. of event organizers have seen growth in registration. Meanwhile, 56.2%

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5 Tips for Engaging with First-Timers at Annual Events

ADMEI

Some resources to consider creating include: A blog post — If your event has a website with blog functionality, write a blog titled, “What to Expect at…” or “Know Before You Go”, then send that link to new registrants. A tip sheet — Created a branded document to hand out at registration as first-time guests arrive.

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Event Security & Logistics 101: Best Practices for Minimizing Risk

Social Tables

Below, we’ll dive into recommended practices for managing crowd control and keeping the logistics spot on. The Logistics of Event Security. Let’s begin with the logistics aspect. Monitor the registration line to keep it organized and prevent people from cutting. Are there any attendees or guests that may pose a risk?

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6 Tips for Keeping Attendees Tuned In During Your Online Events

Smart Meetings

While event organizers are getting good at planning in-person, hybrid and online events, booking the right speakers and keeping attendees engaged are still some of the biggest challenges. That’s why securing an exciting, engaging speaker and creating a compelling, concise agenda is even more critical than for in-person events.

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