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JULY 21, 2023

In the current event landscape, the key to reaching — or exceeding — international attendance goals is developing relationships that last. The pandemic slump is a thing of the past, even when it comes to international audiences. Many events are seeing equal — or, in some cases, greater — international numbers than 2019.

Marketing 52

Marketing Marketing Prospect Public Relations 52

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JANUARY 19, 2024

Providing docent-led tours of the exhibit hall for niche audiences at an event is one way to provide a more customized event experience for the group. Most event organizers, however, aren’t doing enough to cater to individuals or smaller interest groups that make up larger events. Target your marketing.

Prospect 52

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JUNE 18, 2022

One way to market a destination is by highlighting such attractions as its theater, dining, or music scenes. When it comes to event marketing, it’s always been not just who and what that matters, but where — and since the pandemic, the destination plays an even larger role in attracting an audience. Bring the Culture in.

Sports 99

Sports Public Relations Audience Prospect 99

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AUGUST 16, 2021

Consider a two-pronged approach that allows you to seize opportunities as they arise and borders open — but commit to the long game of continuing to engage and grow your global audience with online content to set your 2022 event up for maximum success. Consider that some of your global audience won’t make it to your physical event.

Attendee 122

Attendee Audience Public Relations Online 122

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SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

During the pandemic, event marketers with a growth mindset experimented with new ways to serve their audiences, collaborated with their remote teammates, and generated revenue for their organizations. Get to really know your audience. And best yet, you’ll have great new insights to apply to your next marketing campaign.

Marketing 52

Marketing Marketing Public Relations B2B 52

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JUNE 30, 2022

In the future its more likely that audiences will look to an organization’s stance on issues — LGTBQ+ rights for example — before deciding whether to attend an event. We conducted industry research to track attendee sentiment around when people would feel comfortable returning to events. Kimberly Hardcastle-Geddes.

Public Relations 52

Public Relations Audience B2B Prospect 52

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OCTOBER 4, 2021

Smaller events present an opportunity to focus on quality over quantity. Almost all exhibitors (94 percent) responded favorably to the prospect of smaller, more qualified audiences.

Public Relations 98

Public Relations Trade Show Prospect Events 98

Eventtia

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

Creating positive press coverage is one of the best ways to build public awareness and enhance your brand reputation. Where advertising works to get your brand known, public relations (PR) tells your brand story, shaping public perception. Promote your event on social media. Create customized content.

Social Media 62

Social Media SEO Public Relations Events 62

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APRIL 6, 2022

Ensure prospective exhibitors are aware of the message their absence will send to the industry. Many organizers are saying this while simultaneously reverting to the exact same playbook — the same floorplan, marketing tactics, event content, and formats. Give more than lip service to “we’re not going back to 2019.

Retail 98

Retail Public Relations Events Regulations 98

Bizzaboo

JANUARY 10, 2024

Although many brands have already started building in-house event marketing teams, many more haven’t. This is where a specialized agency can help: brainstorming virtual event ideas and bringing them to life to keep up with growing audience expectations. August Jackson Chicago, IL August Jackson is a U.S.-based

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Management Events Advertising Sports 98

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JANUARY 24, 2022

Understanding what your audiences need and want, and framing what sets your brand or event apart from others, will drive home that fear of missing out. It’s important to consider the experiences of those who traveled to attend in-person events since COVID-19 and what convinced them that they needed to meet face to face.

Event Marketing 98

Event Marketing Attendee Marketing Marketing 98

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DECEMBER 7, 2021

Throughout the disruptions brought on by COVID-19, event marketers have not only persevered but learned some important lessons along the way. But did we really listen to our audiences? 1.” — Anjia Nicolaidis, director of international marketing. So, too, must the way we market to them.

Event Marketing 98

Event Marketing Marketing Marketing Social Media 98

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JANUARY 19, 2023

Have you made resolutions for your 2023 event planning? With the return of in-person trade shows and conferences, event marketers got back to doing what they love — bringing people together for inspiring, educational, and productive experiences. We’re looking forward to doing more of the same in 2023, but with a fresh outlook.

Event Marketing 98

Event Marketing Marketing Marketing B2B 98

Convene by PCMA

MARCH 16, 2022

A quality website that provides your audience with key attributes that bring them back often will serve another function: marketing your events. Here are a few of the most important qualities of a website that your event prospects will expect. Your website looks good — everywhere. standards for web accessibility.

Website 111

Website Automation SEO Prospect 111

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SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

So, how can event marketers use visuals to drive audience engagement and event attendance? Prospective attendees are more likely to identify with an event if they see other participants who look like them in attendance or on the speaker roster. Trigger Urgency. Encourage Social Sharing.

Event Marketing 81

Event Marketing Marketing Marketing B2B 81