Convene by PCMA

DECEMBER 26, 2023

this year’s disruptors were largely positive for event marketers — like AI and new audiences with changing values. As we plan for 2024, mdg’s team of experts is resolving to make the most of the new trends and technologies that will help us identify, reach, and attract new audiences to trade shows and conferences. “I

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Convene by PCMA

APRIL 24, 2023

Generic messaging that could apply to any show doesn’t usually resonate with audiences, especially Millennials and Gen Z who are used to customized content and skeptical of overly broad promises. The trick is to embrace the abstract, while avoiding trite phrases or losing connection to the industry or audience’s pain points.

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Convene by PCMA

MAY 19, 2023

To create compelling messages with tangible meaning for our audiences — who are growing younger by the day — the time is right to rethink our approach. Make no mistake, audiences are feeling overwhelmingly positive about our industry. Listen to your audience and the answer will become clear.

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Convene by PCMA

OCTOBER 10, 2022

In light of this major trend and a large retiring workforce, event organizers must continue to prioritize finding and appealing to prospective trade-show and conference attendees who may not be aware of their events. How should you be thinking beyond the traditional so that you can identify and reach colder audiences who are aren’t?

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Convene by PCMA

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. After defining your audience and key objectives — are you trying to attract a certain target market, increase engagement, improve exhibitor satisfaction? — Plan with purpose.

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Advanced Travel and Tourism

AUGUST 22, 2023

We’ll explore the benefits of having a high-level content plan on a monthly, quarterly, or annual basis and highlight how this plan can be a linchpin for engaging travel audiences and local stakeholders alike. PR Department Engagement Public Relations is all about storytelling and maintaining a positive brand image.

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Endless Events

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

” Public Relations For Disruption-Proof Events. Will brings out yet another important challenge: the ever-changing public opinions. Before they sign off, the Brew Crew agrees that it’s much easier to curb disruption with content than it is with audience engagement.

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Convene by PCMA

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. At the same time, other organizers were planning events for audiences that weren’t even leaving their homes for the grocery store, let alone to travel to a mass gathering.

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Convene by PCMA

AUGUST 7, 2023

We use generative tools to supplement our existing audience research, transcribe interview recordings, and even produce a unique and evocative image of the person we’re hoping to attract with our campaign. .” — Clinton Hall , Web Developer “AI is a useful tool for uncovering strategic insights.

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Convene by PCMA

OCTOBER 31, 2022

Each edition of the largest industry event in the Western Hemisphere, which brings together 23,000 participants from all segments of the grain-based foods industry, reflects the most current trends, highlights the latest innovations, attracts the hottest celebrity chefs, and features new competitions, education sessions, and demo areas.

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Convene by PCMA

JANUARY 12, 2023

As early as 2015, a Microsoft Digital Trends report found that nearly half of consumers were more likely to engage with digital experiences that offered seamless integration with their physical world, signaling a shift in how consumers expect the physical and digital worlds to blend. Technology must be executed with greater intention.

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Convene by PCMA

AUGUST 25, 2023

And what should event and association marketers take from this trend? Create a Community There are many ways to leverage membership community values to attract audiences to our events. Consider identifying and reaching out to existing communities that align with your target audience to collaborate on content and opportunities.

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Stova

JUNE 30, 2023

Identify Your Target Audience Before diving into marketing tactics, identify and understand your target audience. This information will guide your marketing efforts and enable you to craft compelling messages that resonate with your audience.

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Convene by PCMA

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Influencer marketing enables you to: Reach younger audiences. Influencers are deeply embedded in digital culture, providing a direct channel to audiences who cannot be reached as easily through traditional marketing channels, like Gen Z and millennials. Find a more qualified, new audience. Add a voice on non-active channels.

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Convene by PCMA

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.

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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. Listing your event on these websites connects you with your target audiences.

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Convene by PCMA

MARCH 18, 2024

A slow and steady strategy — with long-term goals and omni-channel tactics — will help win the race to attract audiences for your events. Kimberly Hardcastle-Geddes is president and chief marketing strategist at mdg , A Freeman Company, a full-service marketing and public relations firm specializing in B2B events.

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Convene by PCMA

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

Also consider positioning your event as the place where key members of the industry gather to shape next practices and trends. Kimberly Hardcastle-Geddes is president and chief marketing strategist at mdg , a Freeman Company, a full-service marketing and public relations firm specializing in B2B events.

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Convene by PCMA

JULY 21, 2023

The pandemic slump is a thing of the past, even when it comes to international audiences. As a result, the markets organizers are prioritizing and how they’re reaching audiences are changing. Invest in data tools and resources to get an accurate understanding of current international markets, audience segments, and demographics.

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DCI

JANUARY 27, 2022

Dedicated travel publications aren’t going anywhere, unless you’re an inflight magazine. . However, destination public relations professionals need to realize that their PR efforts should extend to more than the usual suspects. Of course landing destination coverage in the travel press still has its role and purpose.

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Convene by PCMA

JUNE 18, 2022

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. Tell us more about your audience,” Ortale said. RELATED: Read a Fortune article on the rise of bleisure travel. Lean Into Bleisure.

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DCI

JULY 13, 2023

During the 2023 Public Relations Society of America ( PRSA ) Travel and Tourism section conference in Madison, Wisconsin, attendees dove headfirst into a discussion on how best to connect destinations with the meetings and events press. Their publications – reminder! Who Are You Writing For?

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Convene by PCMA

OCTOBER 4, 2021

Almost all exhibitors (94 percent) responded favorably to the prospect of smaller, more qualified audiences. Kimberly Hardcastle-Geddes is president and chief marketing strategist of marketing and public relations agency mdg , which specializes in audience acquisition for live and online events.

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Convene by PCMA

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Yes to all of the above, according to Kimberly Hardcastle-Geddes, CEM, president of the marketing and public relations firm, mdg, who offered 20 real-world examples of personalization in her presentation, “ Facilitating Curated Event Experiences: How Thinking Small Delivers Big Returns ,” at Convening Leaders 2024. Be a matchmaker.

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Convene by PCMA

DECEMBER 30, 2021

We channeled our certainty into a communications strategy that would instill confidence into our audience. And while having the opportunity to learn is important to their audience, Insuretech organizers didn’t over-program their event — after so long apart, people just wanted to be together. ” (Courtesy Insuretech Connect).

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Motivation Excellence

JANUARY 26, 2019

You’ll need to reflect on your brand and its goals, your optimal customers and their habits, and the current trends in your industry. From understanding your target audience to choosing your marketing communications mix, the following steps can help your business succeed. Learn About Your Target Audience.

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Bizzaboo

JANUARY 10, 2024

This is where a specialized agency can help: brainstorming virtual event ideas and bringing them to life to keep up with growing audience expectations. AGENCYEA Chicago, IL Agency EA links brands to their target audiences through hybrid and virtual events, strategic marketing campaigns, digital engagements, and experiential activations.

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Convene by PCMA

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Rob Gard A closing event held at a historic off-site venue during the annual PRSA (Public Relations Society of America) Travel & Tourism 2023 Section Conference, which Convene attended in late June, gave Destination Madison a chance to demonstrate that expertise.

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Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 10, 2019

As much as we enjoy bringing you the latest technology trends with Event Tech Podcast and the most intriguing conversations with #EventIcons , we felt like something was lacking. ” But being able to have that sense, and being able to be so real, I think that will hopefully get the audience to say, “Us too.

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Convene by PCMA

APRIL 6, 2022

Kimberly Hardcastle-Geddes is president and chief marketing strategist of mdg , a marketing and public relations agency specializing in audience acquisition for live and online events. The future is uncertain and scary — we must get comfortable being uncomfortable and taking risks to try new things.

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ITA Group

FEBRUARY 24, 2021

Consider the role of procurement, compliance, budget owners, public relations, brand and human resources. Is a hybrid model the right way to meet varying audience needs? Looking at trends in TSA screening volumes and hotel occupancy rates can signal shifts in travel behaviors. What are the current guidelines from the U.S.

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Social Tables

JULY 31, 2018

As your event approaches, the marketing team may focus specifically on c reating press releases, w orking with local publications to extend reach, social media promotion , and i mplementing an email communication strategy to foster pre-event engagement. Hand-picked news, tips, and, trends, direct to your inbox. ?. Fundraising.

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DCI

JULY 19, 2021

Dariel Curren , Executive Vice President at DCI , recently spoke with The Place Brand Observer about how DMOs and EDOs can work together to attract talent to cities, states and countries, trends that will likely impact the work of destination leaders in the years ahead, overtourism, and much more.

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Social Tables

JULY 31, 2018

As your event approaches, the marketing team may focus specifically on c reating press releases, w orking with local publications to extend reach, social media promotion , and i mplementing an email communication strategy to foster pre-event engagement. Hand-picked news, tips, and, trends, direct to your inbox. ?

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DCI

MARCH 20, 2023

Here are some key trends in media relations that economic development professionals should keep in mind when working with the media: 1. Millennials and Gen X are key targets The report found that millennials and Gen X are the most reported target audiences for journalists. This reiterates a key point we share with clients.

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Convene by PCMA

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. While the beginning of the pandemic saw a huge boost for online events, audiences have shorter attention spans and attendees are spending less time engaged with virtual platforms.

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Convene by PCMA

AUGUST 22, 2022

Event marketers looking to grow their databases, build awareness, keep audiences engaged, and ultimately increase attendance should consider the following top-of-funnel ideas for creating and optimizing content. Many will enthusiastically take advantage of this additional opportunity to share their wisdom with a new audience.

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