Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 27, 2018

One presenter at a recent conference made the mistake of scolding her audience to turn phones off and put them under their seats. She was met with groans; about a third of the audience left, and the rest ignored her command. Why Phones Aren’t as Bad as Show Organizers Think. So, why not capitalize on these second screens?

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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? Let’s take a look at these trends and how you can ride their waves successfully. 2019 Event Trends: Your Audience Craves Authenticity. Your Audience Craves Authenticity.

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Bizzaboo

APRIL 22, 2024

Understanding these transformations is pivotal, so we took a deep dive into the inaugural Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Event Technology Platforms — in which we were proudly named a Leader — so we could share the latest event technology trends with you. Without further ado, here are the trends shaping the future of events: 1.

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Convene by PCMA

DECEMBER 30, 2021

After a promising but brief return to in-person-only events in the spring, the Delta and Omicron variants forced many event organizers to renavigate a hybrid event landscape to engage both digital and physical audiences. Even as their hybrid events remain a work in progress, many organizers now see their long-tail potential.

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Endless Events

FEBRUARY 9, 2018

2018 event marketing trends point to video becoming this year’s content marketing juggernaut. And if you need an engagement boost for your next event, check out our audience engagement webinar. Three Event Trends to Boom This 2018. This is definitely one of the 2018 event marketing trends to watch! Click To Tweet.

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Endless Events

MARCH 16, 2018

Are you focusing on your events audience engagement this year? Of course, engaging a tired and jaded audience isn’t easy and that’s why we’re here to help. You also have to feed the needs of the audience to capture their attention and interact. If you need more, drop by our audience engagement webinar.

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Convene by PCMA

JANUARY 22, 2024

Organizations have been shifting away from boycotting, banning, or canceling their events in controversial destinations, and shining a spotlight on the issues. These organizations are entering the fray in part because of a collective realization that travel boycotts, historically, have done little move to the needle politically.

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Endless Events

MAY 4, 2018

Audience engagement techniques meet AR and VR technology in this year’s InfoComm, and the Center Stage sessions are set to explore their interrelationships. Consumer Trends to Watch for This Year. Consumer Trends to Watch for This Year. The green trend is still going strong, as it has a lot of benefits attached to it.

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Convene by PCMA

MARCH 8, 2024

If your organization has a weighty mission, does that mean that “light” social media content is off-limits when it comes to promoting your annual event? If you’ve been hesitant to dip your toe into the less serious social media waters, here are 10 easy trends to consider. Tap into a trending audio. Give the mini mic a go.

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Endless Events

JANUARY 14, 2022

We’re talking about the community model: one of the most exciting event trends of 2022! No wonder it is one of the biggest event trends to keep an eye on in 2022! While they wait for your next event, they can enjoy webinars, check out upcoming and past events, and meet other members in organic ways.

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Dana Communications

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Because Instagram delivers proven engagement with your audience and holds huge sway in travel inspiration. Following content trends is a sure way to reach a large number of users – and the algorithm then shapes the target audience based on response. Here’s the catch: trends develop daily and are gone before you know it.

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Blue Spark Event Design

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

The trends shaping the future of corporate events are constantly transforming in response to the ever-changing world of technology, cultural dynamics, and the evolving needs of businesses. The post Trends Shaping the Future of Corporate Events first appeared on Blue Spark Event Design. Need Help with Your Next Event?

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Meeting Tomorrow

MARCH 28, 2024

The annual Pinterest Predicts report details the newest rising trends based on the activity of the platform’s 482 million users, and has seen an 80% accuracy over the last four years. For 2024, Pinterest identified 23 breakout trends that touch on everything from beauty, lifestyle aesthetics, shopping, fitness, and food.

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Stova

JANUARY 18, 2024

Wouldn’t it be great if you could get instant audience feedback throughout your event? Modern technology answers the call with innovative audience engagement tools. This article provides a blueprint for capturing audience sentiment in real time. First, what exactly is audience sentiment? The good news?

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Endless Events

APRIL 8, 2022

It seems that the asynchronous communication trend has also started making waves in the meeting and events industry , namely as asynchronous hybrid events. As discussed in our 2022 Event Trends Guide , hybrid events are not simply in-person and virtual events put together. Why asynchronous events? Each gets full, undivided attention.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 5, 2023

How to choose between in-person, virtual and hybrid for your next event When Covid-19 lockdowns pushed the world into all-digital interactions, they presented event organizers with a gift: the opportunity to test digital-only event strategies. Know Your Audience Digital-only and hybrid events do have a role to play.

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Traveler's Q

APRIL 3, 2023

Organizing a corporate event can be a difficult and stressful task. Additionally, staying organized and utilizing resources such as experienced professionals can help you ensure that all aspects of the event are properly taken care of. You can download free charts that contain a timeline for what should be done and when.

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Convene by PCMA

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

With the recent changes to Instagram’s algorithm favor- ing discoverability and the rise in popularity of Reels, it’s hard to compete with the way this platform helps events to get discovered by new audiences and showcases an authentic and exciting event experience. 830 million members worldwide.

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Convene by PCMA

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

Sam Lippman shares his five event trends in five minutes during the Nov. And, of course, the pandemic played a central role in the trends Lippman presented, which he attributed to Ken Holsinger, senior vice president of strategy, data solutions, for Freeman. Lippman ended his trends report on a high note (and on time).

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Traveler's Q

MARCH 14, 2024

Cutting-Edge Event Technology Trends The landscape of corporate events is continually being reshaped by emerging technologies. The latest trend in event technology, VR has become a must-have for any cutting-edge event. Gamification is emerging as a major trend in the world of event technology.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

One of the biggest reasons for this trend is that people desire to share meaningful, unique experiences with others—aka their “tribe.” So, how can we implement innovative ideas and audience-focused design thinking to plan events that create a magnetic communal experience that is personalized to each attendee?

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Convene by PCMA

JULY 21, 2023

“The next generation won’t accept events that look the same as they used to,” Holsinger said, urging organizers to avoid the SALY (same as last year). This is where activations at events can help future-proof a brand — if done right.

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Endless Events

APRIL 27, 2018

It was Global Meetings Industry Day a while back so we peeked into the corporate meeting trends and statistics that have shaped the past year. One of the top influencers for the industry was TED which forever changed the speaker-audience format worldwide. Q&A sessions at conferences are a great way to keep your audience engaged.

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 21, 2019

Event trend reports are starting to come along now that a new year is set to begin. But just like any other topic, event trend reports can spark some controversy amongst event professionals. Is it time for event trend reports to go? Event Trend Reports: Establishing The Standpoints. It throws me off on the trend.

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InEvent

MAY 11, 2023

In the rapidly changing world of events, hybrid events have emerged as a trend combining virtual and in-person components to offer attendees the best of both worlds. They allow people to participate in events from any location, increasing accessibility, sustainability, and audience engagement.

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Endless Events

DECEMBER 16, 2018

We are bringing together arguably the best minds in the #eventtech and social spaces to talk all about the top event tech trends in 2019. Our iconic panel Corbin Ball of Corbin Ball & Associates , James Spellos of Meeting U , and Nick Borelli of Borelli Strategies are joining us and weighing in on the event tech trends.

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Traveler's Q

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

When executed correctly, event branding can help to establish a powerful connection between your brand and your target audience, building credibility and increasing brand recognition. A strong brand identity helps differentiate an event from competitors, attract a targeted audience, and build trust and loyalty among participants.

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MeetingsNet

OCTOBER 29, 2018

Meeting planners of the future will need to become community change agents within their respective organizations. Trend #1: Participants Drive Content. Initially, the organizers planned a loose agenda based on broad topics. Trend #2: Real-Time Visual Note-Taking. Trend #3: Pods are the New Rounds.

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Endless Events

MARCH 8, 2018

Sustainable events are one of our top choices for 2018 Event Trends.The sustainable event trend is continuing to grow with no signs of stopping so it’s time to get on board! We are going over a variety of ideas that you can implement to go green and jump on the sustainable event trend. Other ideas will take time but are so worth it! .

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Endless Events

JUNE 15, 2022

By including your audience in your marketing efforts, your brand will connect with them in a much more effective way. Create a memorable hashtag and give your audience a chance to participate in an activity they will want to share on their profiles (ie. Highlight your sponsors in organic ways. social media wall).

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Solimar International

JULY 26, 2022

Knowing and understanding current trends allows those in the industry to tailor their operations to meet demand. It ensures that the destination is consistent with changing market trends, constantly addressing tourist and resident needs as they arise. . What are the Newest Tourism Trends? What is Tourism Planning? .

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Traveler's Q

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

This article will share expert tips and advice for using technology at your event, highlight the latest event tech trends, and provide a handy event tech checklist to make your next event a roaring success. The implementation of technology at events is rapidly growing, and it has become crucial to adapt to the changing trends.

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Endless Events

OCTOBER 18, 2022

Organizations can entertain, educate, inspire, sell, or do all of the above simultaneously. Organizations use event marketing to: Promote the brand to a larger audience. Get data insights into their target audience. Data helps event marketers: Understand their target audience better. Increase their conversion rate.

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Traveler's Q

MARCH 7, 2024

This blog will provide you with unique and impactful networking event trends that are taking the corporate world by storm. 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. Let’s dive in!

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 3, 2021

Event planners surmised that audiences had gotten so comfy in fuzzy slippers that they would not want to leave their houses. So, in practice, the hybrid event may become extinct before ever becoming a serious trend. It went hybrid for one year and the organizers said, “Never again.”

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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. A stagnant and outdated website will not only deter the audience but also fail to communicate the latest developments and important information about the event.

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Convene by PCMA

APRIL 30, 2024

Similarly, event organizers can tease their audience with short clips, exclusive announcements, or a drip campaign to create buzz and build excitement. Bring your audience behind the scenes. Share true stories about your event, your organization, and the people involved. Embrace nostalgia.

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