Endless Events

APRIL 13, 2022

Attendee retention rate is one of the most important event KPIs. When event planners measure how many attendees have attended their events before, they are getting insights into attendee loyalty. So, how can event organizers measure and increase attendee retention ? Boost Attendee Retention With Gamification.

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Audience Attendee Registration Social Media 315

Bizzaboo

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Social media has become one of the top low-cost strategies for event promotion. Why Social Media Event Marketing is Important Social media platforms have billions of active users, providing event organizers with an opportunity to reach a vast audience. With more than 4.62 With more than 4.62

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Social Media Promotion Media Event Marketing 59

Endless Events

FEBRUARY 22, 2019

Will this improve the quality of the event you’re organizing? It works by accessing the emotions and the motivations of attendees – because, at heart, we like to collect, complete and compete. By using gamification in your events, you can achieve the following results: Increased attendee engagement. Generating positivity.

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Attendee Social Media Event Apps Sponsors 310

Endless Events

MAY 18, 2023

A recently published Freeman report highlights a significant shift in the demographics of B2B event attendees. With this new generation of younger, more diverse, and more educated attendees emerging, the event industry must adapt to meet their evolving needs and expectations. As an attendee, I would get more value from it.

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ADMEI

MARCH 20, 2024

This one-of-a-kind event, held in Atlanta, Georgia, attracted DMC professionals from across the globe with thirteen countries represented in person, fostering a vibrant community and equipping attendees with the tools to propel their businesses forward. We left inspired by meaningful connections and equipped with industry best practices.

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Bizzaboo

JULY 2, 2023

As an event organizer, it can be disheartening when your efforts to increase event engagement fail to meet your goal or when your carefully planned conference falls short of delivering the audience experience you envisioned. Plus, event organizer priorities have shifted accordingly, and a staggering 45% now prioritize attendee engagement.

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Attendee Conference Social Media Registration 105

Convene by PCMA

APRIL 8, 2024

When Courtney Mesmer, CMP, DES, CES, became vice president, events, at the human resources organization WorldatWork®Total Rewards Association two years ago, her primary assignment was to modernize the organization’s annual meeting. This story is part of the March/April Convene cover and CMP Series on speaker coaching.

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Traveler's Q

DECEMBER 14, 2023

With the rise of event promotion websites and the increasing number of features, it’s easier than ever to showcase your event in a way that will attract and engage potential attendees. This not only adds value for potential attendees and helps generate buzz and excitement around your event.

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Bizzaboo

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Are you struggling to find an outstanding speaker for your event? After all, the right conference speaker has the power to captivate, inspire, and educate your audience, making your event a memorable experience. They can inform and engage your audience, breathing life into your event and leaving an indelible mark on every attendee.

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Speakers Logistics Audience Events 52

Smart Meetings

MAY 31, 2022

After an almost two-year hiatus, planners and event organizers who have moved ahead with physical-only events have been disappointed with attendance. Either way, meeting planners need to organize with both online and physical attendees in mind. And speaking of social media, don’t overlook this now-old friend.

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Meeting Social Media Trade Show Technology 306

Eventtia

JUNE 2, 2023

Event planning and organizing a fairly small meeting involving just five participants can be quite a challenge, especially if this is your first time. Then, imagine planning a massive concert with a big-name DJ as the headliner and 100,000 attendees. Planning an event is difficult. Can you imagine the headache?

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Organization Social Media Insurance Events 91

Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

Here are my top tips for maximizing attendee engagement and delivering an event that offers real value for all participants. Are you producing your own video and audio content to stream or share with hybrid event attendees? Think carefully about how every attendee can be supported to get the most out of the event.

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Social Media Remote Online Audience 246

Traveler's Q

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

From effective event registration, mobile apps, and audiovisual and presentation technologies, to social media and live streaming, the list of event tech solutions available to event planners is endless. Event mobile apps can increase the level of engagement and interactivity among attendees while creating an immersive experience.

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Event Technology Technology Technology Social Media 130

Endless Events

MARCH 22, 2018

That’s why we’ve put together this list of creative ways to connect your attendees. Use technology to better connect your attendees. From event apps to and matching software to wearable technology and private social media groups, there are a ton of different ways to use technology to enhance your events.

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Networking Planner Attendee Social Media 251

Endless Events

NOVEMBER 13, 2019

Who’s ready for some top-notch attendee strategies? At the end of the day, what matters most is how much your attendees enjoyed your event. Which is why, as event professionals, we want to focus on the best strategies to increase attendee engagement and interaction. Attendee Strategies: Why A Tribe? First-timers.

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Attendee Social Media Media Audience 176

Traveler's Q

DECEMBER 28, 2023

A website is the most significant platform for any organization to showcase its events and communicate with its audience. It provides an effective medium for connecting with potential attendees and promoting the upcoming event. Moreover, regular updates also give attendees a reason to keep visiting the event website.

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Website SEO Social Media Audience 130

Traveler's Q

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

It is a crucial aspect of event management, as it not only helps to create a lasting impression, but also builds credibility, enhances recognition, and creates a sense of anticipation among attendees. With the rise of digitalization, event organizers now have to focus on creating a strong online presence that aligns with their brand.

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Social Media Event Apps Sponsors Website 130

Traveler's Q

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

An event website serves as a centralized location for all information related to the event, from event details and registration to agenda and speaker bios. When designed and executed correctly, an event website can attract more attendees, increase engagement and participation, and ultimately lead to a more successful event.

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Website Online Social Media Registration 130

Endless Events

JULY 6, 2020

We’ve discussed attendee engagement , sponsorships , mistakes – just to name a few. Sure, landing pages, social media, and content are common, basic knowledge. Anybody who hasn’t been living under a rock knows about the power of social media in marketing.

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Virtual Events Event Marketing Marketing Marketing 307

Social Tables

OCTOBER 7, 2021

But what is a keynote speaker, exactly, and how do you go about finding the right one? In this post, we take a deep dive into what a keynote speaker is: Who they are, what they do, and where to find them. Well, for starters, harnessing the power of an accomplished and enticing speaker could help take your event to the next level. .

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Speakers Retreat Promotion Audience 117

Social Tables

JUNE 1, 2023

To tackle all of their objectives, event professionals rely on a multitude of event marketing ideas to connect with attendees before, during, and after events. From social media marketing and paid advertising to SEO improvement and event messaging, we cover advertising ideas and marketing strategies for both virtual and live events.

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Event Marketing Marketing Marketing Social Media 148

Traveler's Q

DECEMBER 7, 2023

From the moment a potential attendee lands on your website, they should feel comfortable navigating and finding the information they need quickly and easily. A well-designed event website not only attracts attendees but also helps build anticipation and excitement. A user-friendly website is key to a successful event.

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Website Platform Registration Social Media 130

Convene by PCMA

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Making sure attendees use the event app you’ve created requires your organization to market the app before your event takes place. Your organization has created an event app that will seamlessly integrate with the in-person experience — but how do you encourage attendees to use it? Show off its features.

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Event Apps Marketing Marketing Registration 111

Smart Meetings

MAY 8, 2023

Lesson 1: Don’t Forget Gen X In the Freeman Event Attendee Intent and Trends Report Q1 2023 , respondents in the Gen X demographic (45 years and older) are focused on professional obligation. The shift of female attendees at B2B events has made a drastic shift from 20% to 34%. And in fact, I would project that B2B is dead.

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Benefits Meeting B2B Social Media 264

Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

The term comes from “green washing,” which is when a business or organization markets and presents itself as sustainable to a higher degree than it actually engages in sustainable practices. The speakers shared their own definitions of wellness. Others—colleagues, attendees—will feed off the energy you put out.

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Meeting Regulations Speakers Planner 236

ADMEI

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Even the most meticulously planned events can fall prey to natural disasters, a pandemic, vendor cancellations, and keynote speaker travel delays. If your event date needs to be pushed back, or your event needs to be canceled entirely, there are even more factors at play, from minimizing financial losses to communicating with attendees.

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Management Destination Management Vendor Contracts 207

Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

In the Multicultural Marketplace, DMO-sponsored booths suppliers who represent diversity and the community and are then assigned appointments with domestic and international buyers, press and social media influencers.

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Tourism Tourism Registration Culture 257

Smart Meetings

JULY 24, 2023

Read More : When Mother Nature Is an Unwanted Attendee at Your Meeting or Event A sporting event being held in a high occupancy stadium will have more dynamic risks than a conference due to the size of the venue and activities taking place. For security, implement measures to protect attendees and the event venue.

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Vendor Communications Communications Events 246

Bizzaboo

JULY 25, 2022

You’ve built an all-star lineup of virtual speakers for your next event. It’s time to tackle speaker management for your event. . of event organizers find it easier to enlist outstanding speakers for virtual events than in-person gatherings. 5 Benefits of Creating and Maintaining Incredible Speaker Relationships.

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Virtual Events Speakers Rehearsal Management 98

Endless Events

APRIL 8, 2022

But this is no easy feat; research shows that 46% of event organizers say that speakers struggle to simultaneously engage a virtual and in-person audience. There is no need to juggle between the virtual audience on one side and the in-person attendees on the other. Promoting Attendee Autonomy With On-Demand Content.

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Endless Events

DECEMBER 20, 2022

Promote your event on social media and email, sending consistent reminders and offering early-bird perks, such as bonus content or a discount. Firstly, the best way to recreate the in-person event experience online is to get a keynote speaker who understands the virtual format. Attendee profiles. Data-informed networking.

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Online Virtual Events Platform Audience 177

Smart Meetings

MARCH 28, 2023

With a focus on the future of the industry and a reinvigoration for the importance of meetings, Smart Meetings has listed ways in which leading organizations are recognizing the national holiday and avenues for getting involved to ensure the importance and sentiment behind GMID is celebrated every day of the year. 3) Take advantage of U.S.

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Social Media Panel Incentives Trends 246

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. And with the integration of AI, contactless verification is taking attendee interaction to a whole new level.

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Technology Technology Event Apps Event Technology 130

Bizzaboo

AUGUST 16, 2023

An event isn’t just a one-time thing that begins when the spotlight shines and ends when attendees return home. Considering that 80% of event professionals measure event success through attendee engagement and satisfaction, crafting an event that guarantees engagement and an unforgettable experience is paramount.

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Attendee Social Media Events Event Planning 52

Bizzaboo

AUGUST 14, 2023

A well-crafted speaker bio is a great way to create a strong first impression with event attendees and generate buzz. Keep reading to learn more about why speaker bios matter, discover how to write a bio for a conference, and view speaker bio examples that should give you a better idea about what a strong bio looks like.

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Endless Events

JULY 5, 2018

According to International Meetings Review, a small poll in 2017 found that almost half of event organizers aren’t considering virtual attendance for their events. We’ll discover: The reality of virtual speakers at events. Allow virtual speakers to take the stage. Nearly half! The power of live streaming. So, let’s dive in!

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Speakers Social Media Audience Events 240

Social Tables

JUNE 8, 2022

Whether in-person or online, event organizers want attendees to pay attention and participate. Expert event planners and organizers understand that choosing the right audience engagement strategies can make or break an event. A sudden decline in audience retention could indicate that attendees disliked event content. .

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Audience Attendee Speakers Virtual Events 149