Endless Events

DECEMBER 6, 2022

Zoom isn’t designed for large-scale events, so opting for Zoom instead of a proper event platform won’t do you any favors. Let’s look at why video conferencing platforms like Zoom aren’t a fit for virtual and hybrid events and why quality virtual events require a paid platform. Advanced Analytics.

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Stova

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

According to Skift research , nearly half of all events still maintain a strong virtual component, and half of those are purely virtual. Networking is what distinguishes a virtual event from a glorified webinar, and it also remains the core value of live, in-person events. The second hurdle is opportunity.

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Traveler's Q

MARCH 14, 2024

Strategically incorporating technology into your events is not just about wowing participants—it’s about creating more meaningful connections and ensuring that every attendee walks away with an exceptional experience. The latest trend in event technology, VR has become a must-have for any cutting-edge event.

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Bizzaboo

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

Welcome to the 2023 event technology guide! Not sure you need event technology? According to Gartner’s 2022 Technology Marketing Benchmark Survey , tech and service providers allocate 26.9% of their marketing program budget to hosted and sponsored events. . What is event technology?

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Endless Events

APRIL 18, 2022

Let’s face it: most event technology needs a strong internet connection to run smoothly. In today’s Event Tech Podcast episode, Will and Brandt answer a poignant question by one of the podcast’s listeners. Attendees need Wi-Fi to access virtual events. What do we do with those audiences?

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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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Endless Events

JULY 7, 2022

The topic was inspired by Encore’s article, titled ‘ Keep Attendees Engaged with an Interactive Event Platform ‘ The Event Tech Podcast has tackled this topic from multiple angles, but today, we can get an inside scoop from Dustin, Nick, and Thuy, as well. But when event design is bad, the tool is useless.”If

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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. But with rapid advancements in technology and law that struggles to keep up, finding that balance can be tricky, especially as tech becomes cheaper and easier to access.

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Attendee Regulations B2B Contracts 156

Traveler's Q

MARCH 7, 2024

The Latest Trends for Events in 2024 Gamification Gamification is undoubtedly going to be one of the most significant trends in corporate events in 2024. Businesses are increasingly realizing that gamification can help to engage and motivate attendees, making events more memorable and impactful.

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Bizzaboo

APRIL 3, 2023

of events on Bizzabo’s platform were in-person. of events on Bizzabo’s platform were in-person. In Q4 2021, 75% of events on Bizzabo’s platform were virtual, in Q2 2022 30.6% In Q4 2021, 75% of events on Bizzabo’s platform were virtual, in Q2 2022 30.6% We’ve come a long way from Q4 2021 when a mere 16.8%

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Traveler's Q

JANUARY 3, 2024

With the emergence of new technologies and changing societal norms, organizations need to stay ahead of the curve and plan innovative corporate events that meet the evolving needs of participants. As we look toward 2024, several corporate event trends are expected to shape the industry.

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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. More than 25% of in-person and hybrid events are paid vs. only 10% of virtual events. Virtual Event Statistics.

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Stova

MARCH 7, 2023

What matters most in event technology in the year ahead? Having a partner that knows what the market wants now and which technologies will matter most is important, but with hundreds of options available, how do you find the right fit? Attendees today want inspiring in-person experiences that make their trip worthwhile.

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Endless Events

OCTOBER 18, 2022

Hubspot’s INBOUND is an excellent example of event marketing. Its loyal attendees come year after year, enjoying space to meet and network, and learn about the newest technologies and innovations. After the event, they put all their content online on demand. Sell to them while they’re enjoying the event experience.

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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.

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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. Audience retention.

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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

JUNE 10, 2022

The final step in the event management process is a follow-up meeting after the event to discuss the event’s overall ROI, attendee and sponsor feedback, and make the necessary readjustments to the overarching event strategy. Event professionals have to come to follow-up meetings after events well-prepared.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 17, 2021

To kick things off, JT Long, moderator and editorial director for Smart Meetings , asked the guests to share event tech horror stories. Krueger began by recounting a virtual event hiccup that occurred despite doing all the necessary preparations. First, I believe the virtual aspect is here to stay. Brandt Krueger.

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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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Endless Events

JULY 5, 2022

Over time, we started building a big influence in the events industry. We started putting out more content, not just on production, but general event planning. We started getting asked to do event technology, which became very impactful and important in 2020. It has revolutionized attendee engagement,” says Keaton.

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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. More importantly, Bizzabo had a new vision for the future: events that unite attendees in unique, shared experiences regardless of how they attend.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 20, 2022

“You have to know what you’re trying to accomplish before you even try and think about doing the technology,” urged Brandt Krueger, technical producer, owner of Event Technology Consulting and Smart Meetings’ event tech correspondent, during the Smart Chat Live! webinar, “Top Event Tech Tips From a Year of Change.”.

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Stova

MARCH 25, 2024

The Definitive Guide to Event Registration This guide will teach you how to create a successful event registration strategy and help you deliver the best registration experience for your attendees, exhibitors, and sponsors. Registration is at the heart of meetings and events.

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Stova

JUNE 2, 2023

Databricks CKO 2022 Case Study Success Story Connecting onsite and virtual attendees for maximum engagement. Databrick's 2022 Company Kickoff connected onsite attendees with virtual guests through hybrid technology, while also keeping a highly-tech savvy audience engaged throughout the onsite environment.

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Stova

JUNE 2, 2023

Databricks CKO 2022 Case Study Success Story C Databrick's 2022 Company Kickoff connected onsite attendees with virtual guests through hybrid technology, while also keeping a highly-tech savvy audience engaged throughout the onsite environment.  Ready to walk through Stova's event technology solutions?

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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. Several sources indicate that the event technology industry growing rapidly.

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Bizzaboo

AUGUST 3, 2023

Here are some telling statistics about event tech: 68.9% of organizers say event software has a major impact on the success of their events ( Bizzabo , 2023) 67.4% of organizers say they have changed or plan to change their event management software vendor within the next year ( Bizzabo , 2023) 72.5% In Q4 2021, 54.4%

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Bizzaboo

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

“Events are essential to any marketing strategy — to build brands, communities, and sales pipeline. That’s why we’re doubling down on our Event Experience OS. We want to elevate the experience for attendees, sponsors, exhibitors, and organizers.”. Powering Hubspot’s INBOUND 2022 with innovative smart wearable technology.

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Bizzaboo

OCTOBER 3, 2023

As in-person events regain dominance — 80.4% of organizers say in-person events are their organization’s most impactful marketing channel — and webinars continue to entice attendees, the question is: How do you keep participants engaged across all event formats? First, get inside the minds of your attendees.

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Bizzaboo

OCTOBER 18, 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 attendees say they expect in-person conferences to use modern technology (e.g.

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Best Corporate Events

JUNE 24, 2021

In the world of events, hybrid means a mixture of the elements of in-person events and meetings and the elements of virtual events and meetings. Hybrid events allow teams in multiple office locations across the country and around the world to gather in a meaningful way without the expense of travel for attendees.

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Stova

JUNE 1, 2023

The team has also found success with the etouches' mobile event app. Event Success Insurance Businesses Event For its annual National Sales Managers Conference, the financial services company used Stova to plan the two-day offsite event in Sydney for more than 100 delegates comprised of top sales and senior executives.

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Stova

JUNE 1, 2023

The team has also found success with the etouches' mobile event app. Event Success Insurance Businesses Event For its annual National Sales Managers Conference, the financial services company used Stova to plan the two-day offsite event in Sydney for more than 100 delegates comprised of top sales and senior executives.

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Social Tables

MAY 13, 2022

Even as in-person events return, many businesses and event planners plan to keep the virtual event trend alive. With virtual and hybrid events becoming a standard part of industry operations, event planners and organizers are on the hunt for virtual event engagement ideas that will keep audiences invested.

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Bizzaboo

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

Even still, our survey found that 68% of event organizers plan to have a virtual component at their next onsite event. PCMA research uncovered similar findings: One of two event planners planned hybrid events so attendees could attend according to their preferences. Events have never been more critical.

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Bizzaboo

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

With the rise of virtual conferences and the influx of in-person events, one thing is sure: growth and scalability will rely on event sponsors. . However, sponsorship remains one of the biggest challenges for the most seasoned event organizers. Event sponsorships can include in-kind contributions (e.g.,

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