Smart Meetings

MAY 31, 2022

For sure, there are a significant percentage of meeting attendees that can’t wait to participate in person; but organizers and planners found out during the first several months of 2022 that a sizable audience of previous attendees were more than happy to participate virtually. Pick the low-hanging fruit. Ensure cybersecurity.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 18, 2023

This growth brings both ample opportunities and new challenges as planners work to accommodate an influx of attendees while booking, planning and executing events. Respondents also confirm the importance of trade shows, exhibitions and conferences.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 4, 2024

Hear what attendees said about the 2023 Smart Woman Summit. While the event is held in a much bigger ballroom now (This year Smart Woman Summit and Smart Women in Meetings Awards Gala will be held at Caesars Palace Las Vegas ) to accommodate the growing movement, the emphasis is still on interaction and connections.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 25, 2022

Not only is Indy known for its “Hoosier Hospitality,” and the Indianapolis 500 aka “The Greatest Spectacle in Racing,” but the city also hosts several unique conventions and conferences that bring extensive revenue to the city. Las Vegas has also made a grand return while maintaining its title as the number one Trade Show destination.

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Meeting Tomorrow

APRIL 23, 2021

One year after COVID, hundreds of new engagement tools have popped up to help virtual event planners keep their audiences’ attention and let them participate in creative ways. We’ve seen it all this year — from goats hopping into Zoom to elaborate, drive-through corporate events. Are you planning a virtual event with sponsors?

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Endless Events

JANUARY 19, 2018

We all want our audiences to feel special when they come to our events. This week, we have a few tips for making your trade show booth stand out and managing your social media better. We also have a special treat: learn the origin story of Endless Events straight from our Chief Event Einstein himself.

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Meeting Tomorrow

APRIL 20, 2020

Meeting and event planners are working quickly to transfer their in-person events online in light of COVID-19. But for many planners, there’s still one missing piece of the virtual events puzzle: Sponsorships. How do you generate event sponsorship revenue when the traditional methods are on-hold? Branded swag.

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Stova

OCTOBER 26, 2023

You’ll also get five proven best practices to help attendees build meaningful connections in 2024 and beyond. Networking for 2024 Evolution of Networking In the past, networking and education were the twin engines powering successful business events. Attendees are craving more opportunities to network. Not as easy as you think.

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Endless Events

JUNE 15, 2022

This is great news for event marketers and planners who can plan experiential events – events that aim to evoke positive emotions in attendees and resonate with their values. Any event can be experiential: conferences, meetings, exhibitions, trade shows, and corporate events.

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Endless Events

MAY 12, 2022

Deanna agrees but adds that many audiences are clamoring for the pre-pandemic events. After all, aren’t we supposed to give attendees what they want? “I planned a conference in 2020 that got canceled. This year, they’re using 75% of the agenda I made for that very same conference. Make that your focus.”

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Traveler's Q

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Event registration software and event ticketing software can simplify the registration process and streamline check-in procedures. Event mobile apps can increase the level of engagement and interactivity among attendees while creating an immersive experience.

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Social Tables

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

What is event engagement? Event engagement, also known as audience engagement, refers to an event’s ability to hold the attention of its audience as well as promote full participation from event attendees. How can I tell if an event is engaging? The three stages of event engagement.

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Bizzaboo

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

When you strike the perfect balance between pricing and event content, you increase the chances your event is packed with eager attendees excited to learn new things and network with like-minded people. Engage with past attendees, conduct surveys, and gather insights to refine your pricing strategies over time.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

To ensure a consistent and evolving impact for your company and attendees, we recommend developing a three-year event strategy. Here are our suggested lead times for various types of events: Large-scale events (like conferences and trade shows): 9-18 months in advance.

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Bizzaboo

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

Building on our range of onsite solutions for registration, check-in, and lead retrieval, Bizzabo’s SmartBadge — part of the Klik Experiential suite of solutions — empowers Event Experience Leaders to deliver enhanced experiences for attendees and exhibitors while capturing insightful behavioral data.

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Bizzaboo

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Now more than ever, sustainability is top of mind for event planners because it’s a top priority for event attendees. 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.

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Stova

APRIL 13, 2023

AI technology is a game changer – especially in labor-intensive, customer-facing industries like meetings and events. In this article, we share five ways you can use artificial intelligence in event management to save time and enhance attendee experiences. How else can meeting planners use AI to enhance their events?

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Eventtia

NOVEMBER 25, 2022

Many corporations initially adopted virtual events to substitute their delayed or cancelled in-person events during the global pandemic. In this article, we will discuss the different types and ideas for virtual corporate events. Virtual conference. Online trade shows and exhibitions.

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Travel Daily Media

OCTOBER 21, 2020

The post Travel in the new normal: ITB Asia 2020 kicks off virtual event appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. ITB Asia has opened its virtual doors for the first-ever virtual event. As one of the industry’s firsts, the three-day event is being hosted online.

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Convene by PCMA

OCTOBER 22, 2021

Exhibitor and sponsor ROI — Tell the story from the exhibitor perspective, including their overall engagement, their specific performance compared with event averages, and deeper dives into the demographics of their leads. Here’s a snapshot of how EVA is using AI to power the virtual event experience from every angle.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 2, 2021

Many in Southern Nevada saw the return to higher leisure occupancy levels as practice for when conventions re-open the trade show doors this month. MPI’s World Education Congress will open at the new 550,000-square-foot CAESARS FORUM conference center the following week. Conventioneers Return. A Strong Comeback. Tara Russell.

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Convene by PCMA

MAY 19, 2023

If event marketers want their message to resonate with attendees, they must speak the language of event goers — not the other way around. Jargon is pervasive in marketing — and event marketing is no exception. Bread-and-butter industry terms such as “trade show,” “exhibits/exhibitors,” “education” and “booths.”

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Stova

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

The way we experience events has evolved significantly in recent years, driven in part by technological advancements and the need for safety in the face of global challenges. Contactless event experiences have emerged as a transformative trend, redefining the landscape of conferences, concerts, trade shows, and more.

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Stova

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

For starters, they help you offset rising event costs. What’s more, today’s attendees have high expectations. With so many in-person and online options, they need compelling reasons to travel to your event. The good news: Great sponsors are like magnets, drawing the right people to your trade shows and conferences.

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Bizzaboo

JUNE 21, 2023

.” While “value” could be the revenue generated from registrations, it could also include sponsorships and partnerships, leads added to the sales pipeline, the number of people who attended the event, the satisfaction of attendees, and more.

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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

OCTOBER 31, 2022

When you strike the perfect balance between pricing and event content, you increase the chances your event is packed with eager attendees excited to learn new things and network with like-minded people. Pricing Strategies for In-person Events. Pricing Strategies for Virtual Events. Source : Groundbreak.

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

Almost three decades later, SXSW is a household name among trade shows, conferences, and events. So, your attendees pay for access to that content. “We were able to understand the flows of our show so much better. We were very careful to make smart choices about data and the privacy of our attendees.”

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Bizzaboo

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

When you’re promoting an event , you need to make sure you create an eye-catching, engaging announcement email to attract as many attendees as you can. After all, the announcement for your upcoming event is often the first interaction you’ll have with potential eventgoers, and first impressions matter.

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Stova

JULY 12, 2023

The event industry is constantly evolving, seeking innovative ways to enhance attendee experiences. In recent years, the emergence of contactless technologies has brought about significant advancements in the way events are organized and enjoyed. These systems expedite entry, reducing queues and enhancing overall efficiency.

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Stova

JULY 27, 2023

In this blog post, we will delve deeper into seven seamless integration of technology and creativity, unveiling how they work in tandem to create immersive events that will leave attendees in awe. Unleashing the Power of Event Technology for Unforgettable Experiences 1.

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Bizzaboo

APRIL 16, 2023

Motivating Employees Corporate events are always a great way to motivate your team. Whether you’re hosting a large-scale industry conference, an exciting product launch, or a professional workshop, employees will feed off the excitement and enjoy professional development and networking opportunities. When will the event take place?

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Convene by PCMA

JANUARY 12, 2023

Fortunately, trade shows and conferences are largely back after the devastating pandemic that forced countless cancellations over the past couple of years. Attendees’ priorities are shifting. To delight attendees, you must know what makes them tick. And all the puppies were adopted by show end!

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Eventtia

APRIL 22, 2024

The right event ticketing platform enables organizers to coordinate every detail in their interaction with the attendees. That’s why, this article aims to highlight top event ticketing platforms and help you select the one that fits your requirements.

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Convene by PCMA

APRIL 6, 2022

Our daily curated newsletter, News Junkie, shares articles from science and medical journals and a range of industry trade publications for insights on how potential attendees view in-person, digital, and hybrid events. Hybrid events give the scientific community, according to the article, “the best of both worlds.”.

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Endless Events

APRIL 12, 2021

In this week’s episode, Will and Brandt move away from pure tech talk and talk about virtual events for exhibitors. Unlike many would like to believe, the key to driving value in digital and virtual events is not necessarily cutting-edge technology. Involve Exhibitors In The Process Of Planning The Virtual Event.

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Convene by PCMA

JUNE 27, 2022

Attendees listen to a session during PCMA EduCon 2022 in early June. Members of PCMA’s Catalyst community discussed the challenges of attracting attendees to their events. We started coming back with in-person events as of April 2021 and have steadily increased the number of events and audience sizes since then.

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