Social Tables

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Expert planners know that event engagement is vital to an event’s initial success, as well as the success of potential future events. But what is event engagement? What is event engagement? How can I tell if an event is engaging? The three stages of event engagement. Pre-event engagement.

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Endless Events

JULY 26, 2019

Bad event WiFi can ruin your event. If you have bad WiFi your attendees might forget about all the great parts of your event and only remember the WiFi sucked. Attendees expect great (and free!) WiFi when they come to your event. We know event WiFi is important. Think About Event WiFi Needs.

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MeetingsNet

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

As the cost of AV and event technologies continues to rise, planners need to get smarter about what the really need and how to get it at a fair price. While audiovisual, production, and event technology have long been budgetary sore points, they’re even more expensive these days. Talk it out with your AV vendor.

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Stova

APRIL 4, 2024

Post-event survey questions and feedback serve as indispensable tools for gaining crucial insights, offering a comprehensive understanding of attendee satisfaction levels, and improving future events. Fourteen sample post-event evaluation questions to get your survey started: 1. What did you like most about the event?

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Bizzaboo

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

Event engagement tools : mobile apps, virtual venue, in-session polls, Q&As, chat channels, virtual applause and reactions, cross-device accessibility, social media integrations, and more. Networking tools : 1:1 messaging, community search and navigation, and the ability to book meetings with all attendees.

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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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Social Tables

DECEMBER 14, 2018

Marketers and event planners are aware and know too well how stressful their life can be. Planning a conference, planning an event for a huge crowd, an event where you are supposed to present your company, products, services, etc. Even the most seasoned event planners sometimes have to take a breather and step down.

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Endless Events

AUGUST 1, 2018

But all those factors mean if you take a shortcut, a lot of attendees could be affected, and the success of your event may be a disappointment. Particularly when a festival is a full-day length or spanning multiple days, and attendees might be eating several meals there. Understaffing your event. Nourishment.

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 25, 2019

Whether they’re exhibitors, sponsors, vendors, the B2B partners that are interested in these live events, how to better match them with the live event organizers and with the event properties” “The other piece of what we do is, we have a marketplace”, he continues.

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Social Tables

DECEMBER 1, 2021

Understanding how to promote an event on Facebook successfully begins with learning how to create an appealing and relevant Facebook event page. Optimize your event page to reach the largest audience. Attract attendees by making a good first impression. Event co-hosts will be able to link the event to their company pages.

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Endless Events

JULY 26, 2018

The ‘why’ is the reason or purpose for the event, and also includes the intended outcome for both the brand and the attendees. In essence, it’s what you want event goers to experience. To further explain, we’re going to break down: How to think about your event’s ‘why’. So, why are experiences so important to attendees?

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Convene by PCMA

MAY 16, 2023

RIMS President and CEO Gary LaBranche films a video for RISKWORLD attendees after part of the event was canceled in early May due to an active shooter in Atlanta. The fear that an active-shooter situation could happen at his event has been at the back of Gary LaBranche’s mind for a while. This year, when a mass shooting on Feb.12

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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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Endless Events

DECEMBER 4, 2018

How will the events industry fare this year, and what trends will rule the roost when it comes to event planners’ priorities? 2019 Event Trends: Your Audience Craves Authenticity. Infusing Events With Hands-On Experiences. Infusing Events With Hands-On Experiences. The year 2019 is almost upon us.

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Bizzaboo

DECEMBER 17, 2023

Even so, that doesn’t mean that new apps that are helpful and engaging serve no purpose — quite the opposite. Contrary to popular belief, event attendees are big fans of specialized mobile event apps. If you want to learn more about event apps, you’ve come to the right place. Moreover, 56.1%

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Stova

MARCH 7, 2023

With soaring airfares and flight cancellations, attendees need persuasive reasons to leave home and meet in person. What’s more, virtual presents a price-friendly alternative for events where education is the goal. Attendees today want inspiring in-person experiences that make their trip worthwhile.

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Convene by PCMA

APRIL 6, 2022

Marketing and accessibility specialist Meryl Evans (right) speaks to a Convening Leaders 2022 audience about making events more inclusive and inviting for attendees with disabilities. Read Winchel’s account of the experience, Learning Firsthand How to Make Events Accessible.). “It Jacob Slaton Photography).

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Endless Events

MAY 24, 2019

Today we are covering the most common event Wi-Fi terms you should know as an event planner. With some basic knowledge and understanding of event Wi-Fi terms, you will be able to make better decisions when it comes to your event Wi-Fi choices. Attendees may use Wi-Fi Hotspots at events. .

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Endless Events

MAY 19, 2020

Here we go as we make predictions on the hottest trends to hit virtual events! 2020 Virtual Event Trend: Personalization for Attendees. Not everyone at your event will be in the same place in their journey. Personalization allows each attendee to get exactly what they need. INBOUND is an event that excels at this.

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Endless Events

APRIL 24, 2023

The #EventProfs community is a strong network of event professionals who’ve come together worldwide to share their ideas and insights and seek support in the ever-evolving event industry. We are switching from an event app to a platform designed for communities and only for communities,” explains Will. “I

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 15, 2019

2020 Event Trends: Personalization for Attendees. Not everyone at your event will be in the same place in their journey. Personalization allows each attendee to get exactly what they need. Personalization for attendees leads to a more successful event. INBOUND is an event that excels at this.

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Social Tables

OCTOBER 5, 2023

We’ve already seen how transforming the way event planners and venues create, manage, and host gatherings has drastically changed the landscape in the past few years. Cutting edge event technology tools, apps, and software We’ve gathered the top tools for every major category of event planning trends and needs.

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Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

Fifty-nine percent of event planners say environmental responsibility impacts their event plans. Here are ten ways to make your next event sustainable without sacrificing the attendee experience. Events have a pretty big environmental footprint. And hey, it’s one less thing to worry about on the event day.

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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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Endless Events

MARCH 15, 2019

In reality currently, AI at events is mostly just programmed answers in technology such as chatbots and some event apps. We don’t see these robots of the future walking around passing out drinks or registering attendees just yet. Event Automation. Saves Planners Time. Creates Custom Attendees Experiences.

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Stova

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Here’s a closer look at how sustainable approaches can redefine corporate event planning: Ongoing Digital Transformation The shift towards digital platforms and virtual offerings offers planners and event managers a powerful tool to reduce paper consumption and environmental impact. Learn more about tech consolidation.

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Stova

MARCH 16, 2023

The Essential Guide to Onsite Event Technology This guide was developed to help event planners around the world make better, more strategic decisions when it comes to onsite event technology. Discover what technology to use and how it will help to improve attendee satisfaction and event ROI.

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Endless Events

JULY 20, 2018

First, know what the top stressors for planners are. Then, you have to start scouting the venue, vendors, and speakers, with your eyes set on a specific date. The Top Stressors of a Meeting Planner. So many things run around a meeting planner’s mind but there are only a few big things that really drive us nuts.

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Social Tables

JUNE 15, 2023

Review the list of planning duties that need accomplishing, such as: Finding a venue Deciding what to eat Booking vendors Purchasing decorations Booking hotel room blocks Researching activities and attractions In addition to pre-event duties, you might need volunteers to assist during the event. nuts, dairy, shellfish).

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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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Social Tables

JANUARY 4, 2018

Using a combination of research and survey data, we’ve rounded up the 18 most important trends set to hit planners, hotels and venues in 2018. Attendees expect things to get easier. To keep clients and attendees happy, it’s more important than ever to speed things up this year. Better events, no stress. Better buckle up!

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Eventtia

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

Virtual event software refers to a variety of platforms and systems developed to facilitate virtual and hybrid events, including webinars, conferences, and trade exhibitions. Attendees can participate in events from their laptops, cellphones, or tablets, without having to worry about travel expenses or time constraints.

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Bizzaboo

OCTOBER 16, 2023

In this era of rapid change and fierce competition for attendee attention, mere budgeting is no longer enough. To triumph in 2024, you must embrace strategic resource allocation — a concept that goes beyond the numbers and delves into the art of putting your event budget where it truly matters. With 19.5%

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Eventtia

APRIL 20, 2022

However, virtual events offer the ability for organizers to invite speakers, talents, and attendees from halfway across the world without having to worry about travel and accommodation costs. However, planning and hosting a hybrid event does pose its own unique challenges. Why Host a Hybrid Event? catering.)

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Stova

MARCH 17, 2023

To succeed, the event marketer of the future needs to stay on top of the event marketing game. Why is Event Marketing Important? According to this report , 95% of marketers agree that live events provide attendees with a valuable opportunity to form in-person connections in an increasingly digital world.

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Eventtia

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

Soon enough, however, many event organizers realized the unique benefits of virtual events over their physical counterparts, especially in regards to the ability to attract attendees from all around the world without having to worry about accommodations and travel arrangements. Target Attendees. Networking.

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Social Tables

JANUARY 4, 2018

Using a combination of research and survey data, we’ve rounded up the 18 most important trends set to hit planners, hotels and venues in 2018. Attendees expect things to get easier. To keep clients and attendees happy, it’s more important than ever to speed things up this year. Better buckle up! Last year’s boom knows no bust.

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