Bizzaboo

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

Virtual events are here to stay, but with in-person coming back in a big way, you’re probably stress-Googling, “What are some exciting virtual events ideas for companies?” We’ve accepted that virtual event experiences will never replicate the in-person event experience. The Livestream concert.

Virtual Events 86

Virtual Events Online Sponsors Events 86

Bizzaboo

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

Virtual events are here to stay. In a recent survey, we found that 68% of organizers plan to have a virtual component at their next in-person event, and 53% of organizers are “focused” or “very focused” on a virtual events strategy for 2023. What type of virtual event software will you use?

Virtual Events 98

Virtual Events Events Platform Audience 98

Endless Events

MARCH 11, 2022

Event profs have heard it time and time again: hybrid events are the way of the future in the events industry. They’ve risen from relative anonymity to stardom in 2020. Two years later, they are one of the most important event trends of 2022. Hybrid Events Are More Sustainable. Let’s explore!

Benefits 194

Benefits Sponsors Platform Events 194

Endless Events

MAY 5, 2022

It saves time, optimizes event management , boosts engagement, and thus makes event marketing more profitable. Event Technology Provides Analytics & Data. Prior to event apps and platforms, event planners relied on pre-event and post-event surveys to measure event ROI.

Event Technology 317

Event Technology Benefits Technology Technology 317

Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 5, 2022

A streaming option can serve larger, more geographically diverse and executive audiences, act as a flexible insurance policy in the event a new threat grounds attendees while providing valuable data about behavior. A More Customer-focused Virtual Environment. “We Then omicron and the culture wars hit. “We

Meeting 276

Meeting Virtual Events Platform Attendee 276

Convene by PCMA

OCTOBER 4, 2021

Digiday spoke with Candace Montgomery, senior vice president and general manager of AtlanticLIVE, the media company’s live event division, to learn what they did differently for this year’s virtual event, which just wrapped Sept. This year, the event was held over seven days over the course of two weeks — Sept.

Virtual Events 98

Virtual Events Registration Publishing Platform 98

Endless Events

OCTOBER 12, 2020

And boy, has 2020 proved itself to be quite a challenging year! While shifts in consumer behavior have been one of the biggest concerns for marketers over the past few years, never before did event profs have to pay so much attention to it. New year, new challenges. Well, we are currently at the driver’s seat to make a change.

Virtual Events 339

Virtual Events Audience Speakers Attendee 339

Eventtia

APRIL 12, 2022

While virtual events are certainly not brand new and have been around for quite some time, it’s no secret that the global COVID-19 pandemic has caused the surge of popularity of virtual events. What is a Virtual Event? Why Host a Virtual Event?

Virtual Events 62

Virtual Events Prospect Events Registration 62

Bizzaboo

APRIL 3, 2023

What’s more, Verified Market Research , a leading global research and consulting firm, expects the global events industry to bring in a whopping $2.194 trillion by 2028 — quite the uptick from the $887 billion the market commanded in 2020. On the Bizzabo platform, 75% of events in May 2023 are scheduled to be in-person events!

Marketing 105

Marketing Marketing Trends Virtual Events 105

Endless Events

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

And now, we’re seeing this again with event platforms , only it’s over the span of 18 months.” ” In fact, Will and Brandt cover the M&As of event tech platforms in the most recent Event Tech Podcast episode. So let’s talk about all these platforms that exist!

Event Technology 317

Event Technology Technology Technology Trends 317

Bizzaboo

JULY 12, 2022

What’s more, Verified Market Research , a leading global research and consulting firm, expects the global events industry to bring in a whopping $2.194 trillion by 2028 — quite the uptick from the $887 billion the market commanded in 2020. More than 25% of in-person and hybrid events are paid vs. only 10% of virtual events.

Marketing 105

Marketing Marketing Trends Virtual Events 105

Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

The evolving VR technology supports experiences that teach and connect people—a practice at the heart of event planning. Parallel , a partner platform that works in tandem with Bluewater as one, unified support for entirely virtual events, says it isn’t about “[replacing] real-world events,” but extending them.

Events 279

Events Social Media Technology Technology 279

Convene by PCMA

DECEMBER 12, 2022

She passed away in 2020. Over the past 10 years, Hilarity for Charity — now rebranded as simply HFC — has raised more than $17 million for the cause partly by hosting a variety of in-person events, including a 10th birthday “extravaganza” on Oct. But CareCon has never been planned as an in-person event. Alexandra Villano.

Virtual Events 52

Virtual Events Panel Affiliate Events 52

Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 22, 2021

Our wish for 2022 is that all virtual events incorporate a little more “wow.” Every year, Smart Meeting profiles top event professionals as part of an annual Planner of the Year feature designed to recognize and inspire innovation and excellence. Meet the 2020 Planners of the Year. Cheers to Planners of the Year.

Meeting 264

Meeting Rehearsal Sponsors Virtual Events 264

Endless Events

OCTOBER 18, 2022

But based on the most recent marketing and event trends , we can categorize them into three broad types: Singular annual event strategy. Multi-event strategy. Most businesses have always sworn by planning singular annual events. But in 2020, the pandemic forced us to take our events online. .

Event Marketing 347

Event Marketing Marketing Marketing Events 347

Alcor Mice

JANUARY 26, 2021

2020 has been a year for trial and error for the Meetings, Incentives, Conventions and Exhibitions (MICE) Industry as the COVID-19 pandemic continues to take its toll on global tourism. Since then, companies have continued exploring different ways to create a perfect virtual event. ESTABLISH A GOAL FOR YOUR EVENT.

Virtual Events 52

Virtual Events Social Media Registration Rehearsal 52

Endless Events

AUGUST 24, 2020

Some parts of an in-person event are actually rather easy to replicate in a hybrid or virtual setting. However, when it comes down to sponsors and exhibitors, the name of the game is hardly the same. Because this week, we’re bringing back the Event Tech Podcast. 2020: The Shift & What It Created.

Trade Show 320

Trade Show Virtual Events Events Proposal 320

Endless Events

JANUARY 28, 2022

While big data has been around for much longer than the pandemic, most event planners have been sleeping on this game-changing trend. In the last two years, event technology exploded. Event platforms with all their data insights offer a whole new world of possibilities for measuring event success.

Trends 177

Trends Planner Event Technology Events 177

Endless Events

MAY 12, 2022

Deanna agrees but adds that many audiences are clamoring for the pre-pandemic events. “I planned a conference in 2020 that got canceled. It was very similar to the pre-COVID event, but tons of people came because that crowd simply wanted to meet in person. ” Planning Events In 2022 The Right Way.

Planner 320

Planner Events Virtual Events Trade Show 320

Convene by PCMA

NOVEMBER 5, 2021

The two-part CEMA webinar series, “Planning an Annual Conference in 2021, The Before & After,” reviewed what worked and what didn’t at Workiva’s Amplify virtual events. When the pandemic forced in-person events to shift to virtual, Workiva had some experience to fall back on. Virtual blew up our stats,” Strehle said.

Virtual Events 97

Virtual Events Registration Events Sponsors 97

Endless Events

APRIL 19, 2021

The events industry spent more than a year learning, producing, and honing the art of virtual events, elevating digital experiences to brand new heights. People all over the world were introduced to a new way of connecting and learning, and for many, the pros of attending events virtually far outweigh the cons.

Events 284

Events Venue Speakers Remote 284

Bizzaboo

APRIL 2, 2024

Last week, the event technology space celebrated a significant milestone: Gartner® released its first-ever Magic Quadrant™ for event technology platforms — a moment that marks the growth of our market and the triumphant return of in-person events as a go-to marketing channel.

Virtual Events 52

Virtual Events Event Technology Event Apps Events 52

Convene by PCMA

AUGUST 25, 2021

Planners responding to the latest Recovery Dashboard listed pulling off virtual events —like the National Electrical Contractors Association’s first virtual trade show – as one of their accomplishments during COVID-19. Successful virtual events that are driving sponsor revenue.

Virtual Events 98

Virtual Events Contracts Contracts Trade Show 98

Bizzaboo

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

In fact, 97% of marketers believe that events are the most effective channel for driving business outcomes. But let’s talk about the elephant on the trade show floor: sponsorship and sponsor ROI. However, sponsorship remains one of the biggest challenges for the most seasoned event organizers. 4 Ways To Prove ROI to Sponsors.

Sponsors 98

Sponsors Events Virtual Events Website 98

Bizzaboo

APRIL 8, 2024

Gartner® published its inaugural Magic Quadrant™ for Event Technology Platforms a few weeks ago, and Bizzabo was named one of three market Leaders. We quickly confirmed that we met baseline requirements (mostly around revenue, customer base, and platform functionality) and returned the preliminary questionnaire within a few days.

Platform 64

Platform Vendor Event Technology Virtual Events 64

ITA Group

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

Many meeting organizer debates are currently taking place on whether a virtual conference can bring as much ROI to sponsors as an in-person conference. There are pros and cons to both types of events, but putting on your event marketing hat a little differently can help drive home the best return. Mark Fisher.

Sponsors 62

Sponsors Virtual Events Advertising Platform 62

Eventtia

APRIL 12, 2023

By the end of this article, you’ll have a clearer idea of which event management software is the right fit for you and your next event in 2023. What is Brella: an overview Brella is an event management platform designed to help event planners and organizations plan, execute, and organize events of virtually any type and size.

Registration 62

Registration Sponsors Virtual Events Website 62

IT&CM Events

AUGUST 25, 2021

Those who place emphasis on business meetings are offered 3 different ways to optimise connections with destinations and suppliers one-on-one, made possible by OnAIR by EventsAIR’s virtual platform. With the rise of virtual events, organisers have the added challenge of keeping the audience engaged remotely.

Virtual Events 52

Virtual Events Networking Incentives Events 52

Endless Events

JUNE 15, 2022

Highlight your sponsors in organic ways. Think of ways you can join forces with your sponsors and have the attendees interact with both your products at the same time. Similarly, the experience itself should stretch out beyond the event itself. Elevate Attendee Experience With Event Personalization. social media wall).

Marketing 296

Marketing Marketing Audience Social Media 296

Social Tables

JUNE 1, 2023

Include easy-to-spot icons linking to the event’s social media pages, registration page, and so forth. On social media pages, link back to the business website and main event page, allowing your audience to quickly access all event content. A boost is a paid promotion that increases the reach of your content.

Event Marketing 148

Event Marketing Marketing Marketing Social Media 148

Eventtia

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

If you are an event planner or a business seeking to generate revenue and turn a profit from your events, you’ve come to the right place. Paid or Free Event? The Advantages of Monetizing Your Event. Leveraging coupon codes to amplify the event’s reach. Monetize your event with sponsorships.

Sponsors 118

Sponsors Advertising Prospect Events 118

The MICE Blog

MARCH 11, 2021

This new set of values brings significant opportunities for the gaming industry and events. Now, after one year of hosting and attending virtual events, the events industry is facing the challenge of how to engage attendees and combat ‘zoom fatigue.’ Why use gamification? The first speaker, Farshida Zafar, L.L.M.,

Contracts 130

Contracts Contracts Virtual Events Online 130

The MICE Blog

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

Since 1989, SAP has traditionally held a single, annual customer event where our customers, partners, prospects, and influencers travel from around the world to a single venue to connect in person with SAP and each other. create a more focused, intimate, and engaging experience for each event. RainFocus for virtual event platform.

Location 130

Location Virtual Events Sustainability Attendee 130

Eventtia

DECEMBER 11, 2021

Advancements in technology and the global pandemic situations throughout 2020 and 2021 have pushed the popularity of virtual events all around the world. This is where a hybrid event comes in so both event organizers and attendees can get the best of both worlds. How To Decide Between Live-First and Virtual First?

Virtual Events 62

Virtual Events Sponsors Events Audience 62

MeetingsNet

DECEMBER 2, 2021

Until more is known in the weeks ahead, event planners and their hospitality partners can expect to see more impacts. However, it’s also clear that the industry is in a better position to ride out a Covid surge without the full-scale disruption that plagued much of 2020 and 2021. Venue standards have been established.

Planner 111

Planner Meeting Hospitality Sponsors 111

Eventtia

APRIL 12, 2023

By the end of this article, you’ll have a clearer idea of which event management software is the right fit for you and your next event in 2023. What is Brella: an overview Brella is an event management platform designed to help event planners and organizations plan, execute, and organize events of virtually any type and size.

Registration 48

Registration Sponsors Virtual Events Website 48

Convene by PCMA

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

Prescott, CMP, DES, head of North American Event Operations for Markets Group; and William F. Reed, FASAE, CMP, chief event strategy officer at the American Society of Hematology. Steal These Ideas Make virtual event registration complimentary by getting it sponsored. Each registrant is a lead for the sponsor.

Sponsors 98

Sponsors Registration Events Audience 98