Social Tables

JUNE 8, 2022

Audience engagement plays a significant role in the success of any event. Whether in-person or online, event organizers want attendees to pay attention and participate. In fact, more than 80% of marketing professionals believe that audience engagement is a key indicator of an event’s success. Understand your audience.

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Convene by PCMA

DECEMBER 30, 2021

After a promising but brief return to in-person-only events in the spring, the Delta and Omicron variants forced many event organizers to renavigate a hybrid event landscape to engage both digital and physical audiences. Even as their hybrid events remain a work in progress, many organizers now see their long-tail potential.

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ITA Group

DECEMBER 16, 2021

5 Channel Trends & Program Impact Predictions for 2022. Leaders need to ensure their program strategy, incentives, processes, engagement efforts and systems are evolving to meet the demands of indirect partner organizations. Changing buyer needs and customer preferences. Evolving partner business models.

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Endless Events

JANUARY 14, 2022

We’re talking about the community model: one of the most exciting event trends of 2022! No wonder it is one of the biggest event trends to keep an eye on in 2022! While they wait for your next event, they can enjoy webinars, check out upcoming and past events, and meet other members in organic ways.

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Bizzaboo

APRIL 3, 2023

of event planners would only attend a physical event in-person if it was local ( EventMB , 2020) 55% of event organizers report that safety is the biggest obstacle for resuming in-person events ( EventMB , 2020) Virtual Event Statistics When the pandemic forced everyone into lockdown, 60% of event professionals pivoted to virtual events.

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Endless Events

APRIL 8, 2022

It seems that the asynchronous communication trend has also started making waves in the meeting and events industry , namely as asynchronous hybrid events. As discussed in our 2022 Event Trends Guide , hybrid events are not simply in-person and virtual events put together. Why asynchronous events? Source: IBTM World.

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Convene by PCMA

JANUARY 22, 2024

Organizations have been shifting away from boycotting, banning, or canceling their events in controversial destinations, and shining a spotlight on the issues. Following the repeal of Roe v Wade in 2022, 58 bills were enacted in the U.S. In 2023, proposed and enacted laws targeting the rights of minority populations swept the U.S.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 9, 2021

The organization includes the South American cities of Bogota, Colombia; Buenos Aires, Argentina; Lima, Peru; Quito, Ecuador; and Sao Paulo, Brazil. In 2022, a large portion—43 percent—of associations’ members plan to participate in international events. One thing seems certain: There will be a comeback in the MICE industry.

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The Abbi Agency

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

Hunter, a content creator in his own right, is hoping to remedy this by making outdoor recreation more accessible to wider audiences, and creating a sustainable travel mindset that will help keep outdoor spaces accessible to BIPOC communities in the future. Ignore the flashy trends, at least in the beginning, to find your own voice and value.

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Bizzaboo

JULY 12, 2022

Starting this list off, we’d like to share some current data as of July 2022 based on Bizzabo customers: 2X increase in hybrid and in-person events over the last three months vs. the 3 months prior. of Q2 2022 events are planning to go virtual. Compare this to Q2 2022, in which 48.5% Bizzabo , 2020). Bizzabo , 2020).

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Bizzaboo

AUGUST 17, 2022

These brand activation ideas will help you connect with your target audience in authentic ways that move the needle for your organization. Brand activation is building awareness for a company by engaging directly with target audiences. It’s not surprising then that Slack is bringing the work-meets-fun vibe to SXSW 2022.

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Convene by PCMA

JANUARY 31, 2022

“When purpose is at the core of the obsession, it has the potential to change the world,” said Alain Sylvain, founder and CEO of strategy and design consultancy Sylvain, at Convening Leaders 2022. The public cares about supporting organizations that take corporate social responsibility seriously. Jacob Slaton Photography).

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Travel Daily Media

JUNE 28, 2022

The post ITB China MeetUp 2022 to reunite over 20 destinations this September appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. All onsite and online sessions will be live-streamed and made available on demand for global audiences to follow.

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Convene by PCMA

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

However, in this new world where business travel is predicted to be down by 20 percent compared to pre-COVID times and our audiences have so many alternatives to our events to access content, can we still use the same attendance and revenue numbers to determine an event’s success? Are you building the pipeline for the future?

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Convene by PCMA

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

Some respondents to the 2022 Salary Survey said travel, and meeting new people, were what they loved best about their event organizer roles. Here are some direct quotes: Spotting new trends and opportunities, then designing initiatives to go after them. I have grown within the organization and feel valued. Less stress.

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Endless Events

MAY 4, 2021

Virtual audience engagement is key for every virtual and hybrid event, and it’s even more decisive when it comes to fundraising. We also had some branded materials from our nonprofit organizations. Sometimes, events provide up to 50% of the nonprofit organizations’ overall budget. ” AJ elaborates.

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Bizzaboo

DECEMBER 5, 2022

To zero in on what we can expect — from event technology predictions to what the biggest challenges will be — we reached out to some of the top Event Experience Leaders for their take on event industry trends to come. Want to skip straight to the insights and event industry trends from our top leaders? Chardia Christophe-Garcia.

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Convene by PCMA

JANUARY 10, 2022

PCMA Convening Leaders 2022 got into full swing Monday with a fun run, engaging keynote presentations from Ronan Farrow and Paul Galloway, educational sessions, and one big surprise — a few numbers by singer and dancer Paula Abdul. pic.twitter.com/jfflhlFgnb — Danica Tormohlen (@DanicaTormohlen) January 10, 2022. Love this.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 7, 2023

Christian Savelli Hospitality industry watcher Chris Meyer, who recently returned from SISO CEO Summit Conference in Las Vegas, agreed that conference organizer executives who attended were largely upbeat even though they are looking at the same recession indicators—an inverted Treasury yield curve, shrinking manufacturing and buying power.

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AltexSoft Travel

AUGUST 26, 2022

Shifts in travel patterns opened up new niches for startups, giving them a unique opportunity to harness the emerging trends and address important but so far unmet customer needs. In this article, we’ll mention the budding tourism trends and give six examples of startups that capitalize on the changes in the industry. Wellness travel.

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Bizzaboo

DECEMBER 26, 2022

December 2022. December 2022 Blockchain and Finance Events. This event provides an excellent opportunity to learn and share insights on the current cryptocurrency trends and strategies, whilst networking with like-minded leaders in the field. ETHDenver 2022. Blockchain Africa Conference 2022. January 2023.

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Convene by PCMA

AUGUST 22, 2022

This custom illustrated graphic installation at the National Restaurant Association Show 2022 enabled attendees and influencers to create one-of-a-kind on-site photos. Many will enthusiastically take advantage of this additional opportunity to share their wisdom with a new audience. Leverage On-site Trends. Christine Johnson.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Jack Macleod For the last 15-20 years, green meetings and organized gatherings aimed at minimizing negative impacts on the environment have been a concept, but in 2020, after the Covid-19 pandemic, they became a widespread topic in the events industry.

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Bizzaboo

JULY 18, 2022

From up-and-coming talent to established voices, these event influencers have emerged as the Top Event Experience Leaders of 2022 based on your votes. Based on your votes, and in no particular order, here are the Top 55 Event Experience Leaders of 2022: Akosua Boadi-Agyemang. And they haven’t escaped your notice! LinkedIn | Twitter.

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Social Tables

JUNE 1, 2023

Marketers are tasked with reaching members of their target audience, enticing them to register for an event, and continuing communications all the way up to the event to encourage attendance. We review event marketing ideas designed to help planners and marketers craft better content, reach a wider audience, and increase event attendance.

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Convene by PCMA

APRIL 6, 2022

I’ve had my ear to the ground during the nearly first quarter of the year and have aggregated the following advice and insights from organizers who have planned, produced, supported and/or marketed successful 2022 events. Kimberly Hardcastle-Geddes. Don’t let perfect be the enemy of good. We go back to the past because we know it.

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Retail Events Public Relations Regulations 98

Convene by PCMA

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Long considered the duller, nerdier counterpart to platforms like Facebook and Twitter, the 20-year-old business-oriented social-media channel was ranked as one of the top 10 fastest-growing brands in the world in 2022. In our 2020 survey, meeting organizers named Facebook, with 3 billion users, as the leading channel for promoting events.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 21, 2023

ExCel’s Sustainability ExCel has established a reputation as an organization committed to doing better for the planet. In 2022, the center was the first U.K. Over 600 stakeholder representatives attended, including event organizers, exhibitors, employees, visitors, event industry partners and the local community.

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Convene by PCMA

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Given that 2022 was the first year many in-person events returned after the pandemic, continued uncertainties around COVID, consumer behaviors, and economic constraints made it difficult for CAC planners to predict how many attendees and exhibitors would register to travel to their events. What percent are exhibitors?

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Registration Communications Communications Events 98

Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Calendar year 2024 is already forecasted to show a healthy increase in group rooms nationwide, largely due to the number of meetings that had been on the books in 2021, 2022 and 2023 that were postponed or re-scheduled into 2024. Taylor continues, “I also wish planners would involve destination marketing organizations more.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 27, 2022

I want to make sure team is cohesive, feels supported, has the tools they need to be in front of trends and is cutting edge,” or as Massari says, “ridiculously flexible.”. Read more about how IMEX 2022 broke attendance records. The team will continue to be based in-market to better serve clients where they are based. “I

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Entertainment Fashion Sports Meeting 246

Convene by PCMA

OCTOBER 31, 2022

Baker attendance at the International Baking Industry Exposition 2022 rose 25 percent compared to IBIE 2019, thanks in large part to a clever marketing campaign showcasing baked goods in unexpected situations. IBIE activated macro- and micro-influencers to drive awareness, reach new audiences, elevate the brand, and increase event exposure.

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Marketing Marketing Retail Public Relations 98

Brightspot Incentive Events

JANUARY 17, 2022

Our incentive experts have huddled together to convert current research and trends into an actionable to-do list to drive sales and motivate producers. Audience award preferences? Enablement is always a hot topic, especially in channel partner organizations. Another finding in the IRF Industry Outlook for 2022 is that U.S.

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Incentives Consulting Communications Communications 52

Convene by PCMA

MAY 30, 2023

Reflecting upon 2022, Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau (TCEB) joins the global business events industry’s sentiment that the sector has emerged from the pandemic stronger, not only more resilient but more creative and innovative. The three-pillared concept will become its key compass and theme for major conventions in 2023.

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Sustainability Banking Incentives Technology 98

Travel Daily Media

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Coming back to the live format in 2022, ITB Asia has established itself as a trendsetter for the entire branch. As the world keeps changing at an unprecedented pace, we expect it to become the cradle for the industry’s cutting-edge trends, the cultivating space of free idea exchange and sustainable cooperations,” says Mr Ruetz.

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Bizzaboo

OCTOBER 11, 2023

of organizers say event software has a major impact on the success of their events 67.4% of organizers say they have changed or plan to change their event management software vendor within the next year 72.5% of organizers say their event management software played a major role in the success of their most recent conference 62.9%

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Event Technology Technology Technology Registration 105

Convene by PCMA

APRIL 4, 2024

My point in writing about that was to underscore the significant role events play in disseminating helpful knowledge — often in the category of breakthrough information — among their audiences and the larger universe. The obesity rate in the U.S. Exhibitors pay for the space to promote their products.

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