Convene by PCMA

MAY 8, 2023

Catering and convention services managers, AV/production project managers/producers, general service contractors, and housing and registration service providers — these are the professionals who keep events humming. At times, these priorities compete against training inexperienced — or fixing issues with — vendors.

Planner 98

Planner Vendor Training Communications 98

Convene by PCMA

MAY 13, 2024

It shares the story of the vendor relationship and how you can work together to make better decisions. We live in a time of uncertainty and protests, weather events, and communication challenges are prevalent in our day-to-day planning. Here is how I would approach writing new lyrics for some oldie goldies.

Planner 98

Planner Events Audience Communications 98

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. An event website serves as a centralized platform for the promotion, registration, and communication of all event-related information to the attendees.

Website 130

Website Online Social Media Registration 130

Social Tables

JUNE 29, 2023

Provide a budget outline that breaks the total down into specific categories like venue costs, presentation tech, F&B, entertainment, decorations, and security. Communications Manager: The communications manager is in charge of marketing for the event.

Event Planning 78

Event Planning Social Media Vendor Advertising 78

Endless Events

MAY 19, 2020

This year we will see this start to change and a focus on solutions to the increased need for event security in the form of crisis communications, cybersecurity and improvements in onsite security. Strategic Crisis Communications . Everyone at events as a role to play when it comes to crisis communications. And they are right!

Virtual Events 334

Virtual Events Trends Events Communications 334

Bizzaboo

MAY 13, 2024

From registration and ticketing platforms to virtual event tools and lead retrieval solutions, there’s a seemingly endless number of offerings on the market, each promising to revolutionize how your team plans and orchestrates events. It evaluates vendors based on the completeness of their vision and ability to execute.

Automation 59

Automation Registration Platform Trends 59

Stova

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

By leveraging virtual invitations, registrations, and event materials, organizers can streamline communication while minimizing waste associated with traditional print materials. Consider QR codes for registration, event collateral, and business cards. Consider QR codes for registration, event collateral, and business cards.

Event Planning 52

Event Planning Sustainability Vendor Registration 52

Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 19, 2018

Here are ways to prevent it: Communicate/Inform. Include an alert about the official room block and potential poaching risks in the registration process. Provide information to attendees and exhibitors on the event website clearly listing official vendors and logos, as well as potential personal risks. Limit Access.

Attendee 201

Attendee Advertising Social Media Publishing 201

Endless Events

NOVEMBER 15, 2019

This year we will see this start to change and a focus on solutions to the increased need for event security in the form of crisis communications, cybersecurity and improvements in onsite security. Strategic Crisis Communications . Everyone at events as a role to play when it comes to crisis communications. And they are right!

Trends 314

Trends Events Planner Communications 314

Eventtia

JULY 24, 2023

A user-friendly interface ensures that event organizers can efficiently manage event logistics, registrations, and communication with attendees. A smooth and intuitive registration process enhances attendees’ overall event experience. Contact us today , and we’ll help you find the perfect platform for your organization.

Retail 62

Retail Vendor Platform Logistics 62

Convene by PCMA

JULY 27, 2022

Nearly every hotel, general service contractor, AV, and registration company had to lay off a significant number of client-facing team members. Ask your vendors what contingency plans they have to ensure full staffing. Be prepared for missed deadlines, late fees, and a lot more handholding. Overloaded Account and Project Managers.

Organization 105

Organization Rehearsal Preparation Contracts 105

Endless Events

OCTOBER 12, 2018

Instead of paying to send people to an event, which can add up with airfare, car rental, registration fees, per diem, and missed work time, companies can simply allow those people to watch a live stream of the event. If you hire a streaming vendor, they may send a technician to set up and take care of the box. Find a Vendor.

Remote 298

Remote Vendor Audience Events 298

Skift Meetings

JUNE 30, 2022

This year’s app not only made registration and planning easy, it also helped attendees connect with each other before, during, and after the event. The lack of coordination between event planners and the third-party security vendor caused several awkward moments with attendees receiving contradictory information about lounge access.

Conference 81

Conference Networking Vendor Attendee 81

Bizzaboo

AUGUST 29, 2022

Inventory your event websites and registration forms for DE&I-driven fields and options. ? Look at year-over-year data to identify patterns and trends in attendees, vendors, exhibitors, and speakers (both positive and negative). ? Checklist for Creating an Inclusive Registration Experience. wheelchairs). ?

Event Planning 52

Event Planning Vendor Registration Speakers 52

Eventtia

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Event management platforms are instrumental in managing everything from event registration and ticketing to attendee engagement, VIP and KOL guests hospitality management, and post-event analysis. However, there are clear differences between regular SaaS vendors and platforms offering both digital solutions and collaborative partnerships.

Management 62

Management Platform Events Consulting 62

Eventtia

APRIL 18, 2022

Identify other vendors that may have dependencies with your venue choices (i.e., Sign contract with venue and vendors. Online event registration/ event ticketing solution. Responsible for everything related to the venue, the main contact person for vendors and sponsors when on the venue. catering) and secure the details.

Sponsors 62

Sponsors Social Media Registration Events 62

Bizzaboo

MAY 1, 2023

Miss an important detail, and you could jeopardize the entire event and risk upsetting clients, vendors, sponsors, speakers, and other attendees. Create a list of potential speakers and presenters and begin outreach. Launch a call for papers or proposals for presentations. Confirm the schedule of presentations and events.

Event Planning 52

Event Planning Conference Marketing Marketing 52

Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 12, 2022

An expanded exposition floor at Mandalay Bay Convention Center was brimming with activity Tuesday as an estimated 10,000 people flowed through hosted buyer appointments, education sessions and nearly 400 booths representing more than 180 countries, venues, technology vendors and suppliers. And almost a third were new since 2021.

Attendee 294

Attendee Airlines Tourism Tourism 294

Eventtia

OCTOBER 9, 2023

They’ll often be the point of contact for vendors, stakeholders, and customers. Cultivate your event branding Building a recognizable and cohesive brand for your event ensures it stands out and resonates with your target audience, especially in retail, where presentation matters greatly. Set up teams for specialized tasks.

Event Planning 88

Event Planning Retail Registration Events 88

Stova

MARCH 16, 2023

Get a clear view of their goals including time frames and performance indicators, and then communicate it back to them with how you propose to measure it. If you’re fortunate, they’ve communicated them to you. Once you do, present them back again so that you are all aware of the decisions made prior to sourcing.

Management 40

Management Meeting Vendor Registration 40

Traveler's Q

APRIL 3, 2023

For example, online registration forms can be used to allow guests to easily sign up for your event, and this data can then be integrated into a customer relationship management (CRM) system. Slack Slack is a powerful communication platform that makes team collaboration easier than ever.

Organization 130

Organization Contracts Contracts Events 130

Endless Events

JUNE 22, 2018

Teams handling travel management can also use various software to sync their team’s travel details with registration data. WiFi has to be fast enough and presentations have to be immersive enough. A venue manager has to be cordial and approachable as well as a great communicator. How to Craft Meetings for the Techies.

Trade Show 218

Trade Show Promotion Social Media Venue 218

Eventtia

JANUARY 20, 2023

Cvent and its Features Cvent Screenshot Cvent is an event management software that makes organizing events easier and more efficient with features like custom registration forms, customizable emails, room-blocking capabilities, comprehensive reporting, and attendee tracking. You can check the pricing here.

Registration 48

Registration Automation Vendor Platform 48

Eventtia

JANUARY 20, 2023

Cvent and its Features Cvent Screenshot Cvent is an event management software that makes organizing events easier and more efficient with features like custom registration forms, customizable emails, room-blocking capabilities, comprehensive reporting, and attendee tracking. You can check the pricing here.

Registration 48

Registration Automation Vendor Platform 48

Bizzaboo

DECEMBER 4, 2023

They can streamline processes, negotiate better with vendors, and leverage existing relationships. This content is used for event promotion and in the event’s presentations and materials, ensuring a seamless transition from promotional efforts to actual event experiences.

B2B 59

B2B Event Planning Conference Logistics 59

Gavel International

MARCH 25, 2024

When you incorporate a meeting app, you’ll benefit by saving time, improving communication, enhancing attendee experiences, and ultimately contributing to the success of meetings and events. A meeting app helps to streamline event planning, from initial organization and scheduling to execution and post-event analysis.

Planner 52

Planner Meeting Promotion Events 52

Meeting Tomorrow

MAY 12, 2022

Industry research finds that inflation is up, labor availability is down, and many of planners’ trusted vendor partners closed during the pandemic. The event included morning board meetings, a reception, and the gala with presentations and fireside chats. It’s an exciting time for events, but meeting planners are facing new challenges.

Meeting 87

Meeting Planner Vendor Sponsors 87

Bizzaboo

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

To illustrate, here’s a list of some of the most popular event KPIs from a demand generation funnel perspective: Registrations. Here are a few examples: Registrations from target accounts. Food service and other vendors. Onsite event registration software. Create a Strategy for Onsite Registration. Gross revenue.

Social Media 98

Social Media Registration Sponsors Events 98

MeetingsNet

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

That’s because their annual event, called IASA Xchange and OnPOINT, was set to host 550 in-person attendees, presenters, and exhibitors at the Morial Convention Center from August 29 to September 1, while also beaming in more than 500 online attendees. Hurricane Ida struck New Orleans on what would have been the event’s opening day.

Meeting 94

Meeting Insurance Virtual Events Preparation 94

Bizzaboo

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Get a Better Picture of Your Attendees with Data In addition to leveraging your event management software for the registration process, you should also investigate third-party integrations that can help level up your collection of attendee data. for attendees, sponsors, exhibitors, vendors, speakers)? Will we serve meals at the event?

Audience 59

Audience Event Apps Registration Attendee 59

Convene by PCMA

APRIL 6, 2022

Evans shared that as an audience member she misses portions of presentations if the speaker moves around on stage and their face is obscured — something Winchel had not considered before Evans pointed it out. Face masks worn to help prevent the spread of COVID present additional barriers to lipreaders. For Everyone’s Benefit.

Speakers 52

Speakers Events Audience Benefits 52

Endless Events

JULY 20, 2018

Then, you have to start scouting the venue, vendors, and speakers, with your eyes set on a specific date. Communication lines should always be kept open, especially if you have contractors and remote staff on your side. Retarget Your Event for Better Registration Numbers. You should approach sponsors at this early stage as well.

Trade Show 219

Trade Show Remote Events Sponsors 219

Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 12, 2022

An expanded exposition floor at Mandalay Bay Convention Center was brimming with activity Tuesday as an estimated 10,000 people flowed through hosted buyer appointments, education sessions and nearly 400 booths representing more than 180 countries, venues, technology vendors and suppliers. And almost a third were new since 2021.

Attendee 130

Attendee Airlines Tourism Tourism 130

Alcor Mice

MAY 5, 2021

Their services come with a strong network of high quality and trusted vendors as well, ensuring that your event receives only the best. Knowing these things will not only prevent you from missing details that might determine the outcome of your event, but it will help you better communicate your needs to your team. Who Are Involved?

Production 52

Production Contracts Contracts Vendor 52

Stova

MARCH 7, 2023

What’s more, virtual presents a price-friendly alternative for events where education is the goal. Facial recognition self-check-in powers speedy, contactless onsite registration. Use these flexible solutions to map a seamless attendee journey from marketing and registration through engagement and reporting.

Event Technology 52

Event Technology Technology Technology Platform 52

Social Tables

JANUARY 17, 2018

Keeping all of those details in your head will result in constant mental chaos and present unnerving stress on event day. Audience expectations range from the creature comforts of easy parking, familiar food, and a pleasant room temperature to WOW factors, like an exotic location, tech-savvy presentations, and useful SWAG.

Event Planning 137

Event Planning Logistics Vendor Social Media 137

Social Tables

APRIL 17, 2019

100% of event professionals believe communication among their teams could be better. In this survey, planners told us that many details change up until the last minute, communication is not shared across the entire team, there’s not enough consistency in documented event details, and communication isn’t concise enough.

Proposal 149

Proposal Communications Communications Planner 149