January, 2020

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Why Collaborative Learning is the Future of Event-Networking

Endless Events

We’ve all come across iterations of the classic headline, Networking Tips for People Who Hate Networkin g , like this article in Business Insider , or this podcast episode on TED’s WorkLife with Adam Grant. For event industry professionals, networking is of particular importance. After all, it’s one of the main drivers for attendance at events around the world, Still, many participants either don’t love it, or just aren’t very skilled at it. .

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62 Great Ideas for Celebrating Work Anniversaries

Motivation Excellence

Work anniversaries are a big deal in today’s job market, where half of all employees are leaving their jobs before they hit the five-year mark. In fact, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics and their most recent Job Openings and Labor Turnover Summary , 3.5 million people in the US quit their jobs every month. That’s about 2.3 percent of the entire labor force.

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A free guide to creating peer conferences

Conferences that Work

The Association for Software Testing (AST) has just issued a free guide to creating peer conferences. I believe the software testing community adopted my term “peer conference” for their get-togethers after a conversation I had with pioneer software tester James Bach in 2004. Reminiscent of my first book, Conferences That Work , AST’s guide provides a comprehensive entry-level guide to starting, preparing for, and running a peer conference.

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Don't be scared of Facial Recognition (at events)

Stova

There’s been a lot of noise lately around facial recognition, namely about how invasive it is. Last year, major festivals came together to ban it. There have also been stories around using facial recognition to surveil people. But there are major differences between these headlines and how facial recognition is being used at events. Facial Recognition can be used to provide a personalized experience for your attendees.

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COVID-19 Travel Consumer Sentiment Study

TravelBoom and sister agency, The Brandon Agency, release new consumer sentiment study on travel amidst the COVID-19 second wave

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VR-Based Site Inspections Take Another Step Forward

MeetingsNet

InterContinental Hotels is piloting improved virtual-reality functionality that allows planners to customize set-ups in the event space they’re viewing. A new generation of virtual reality aimed at the meetings and events market has been developed by Accenture’s Extended Reality practice in collaboration with Qualcomm Technologies, making remote site inspections more robust for meeting planners.

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How to Build Your Buyers’ Trust with Event Marketing

Eventtia

Customers don’t buy from people that they don’t trust and there’s plenty of evidence to prove it. A recent report from LinkedIn found that trust is the #1 factor in closing deals - above ROI and price. Whilst in another study by Accenture , 43% of subscribers left their current provider company when they lost trust in the brand.

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The Difference Between Event Management and Event Planning

Motivation Excellence

When putting together a major event, communication is key. Everyone involved needs to use the same terminology so that each person knows what to expect. One area where communication can fail, especially for clients, is understanding the difference between event management and event planning. The two jobs certainly have some similarities, but they serve distinctly different functions.

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Unlearning is crucial for change

Conferences that Work

Unlearning is crucial for change. We often think of change as additive. We become wiser by “learning something new”. What we often overlook is that changing our beliefs, attitudes, and assumptions involves unlearning as well as learning. “The illiterate of the 21st century will not be those who cannot read & write, but those who cannot learn, unlearn, and relearn” — Alvin Toffler.

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Five Reasons to Embrace Local Resources for Your Event

Stova

Sourcing locally is a growing trend and one that will likely stick around. Our culture is on the upswing when it comes to caring for our health, environment and community, and embracing our nearby resources is one of the most effective ways to enhance all three. Read on to learn more about how working with local organizations will positively impact your event as well support the environment.

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Aussie Speakers Bureau Launches in the U.S.

MeetingsNet

Saxton, now Saxton Global, hopes to bring new voices to U.S. planners. Every year there are new speakers on the circuit to consider for your conferences—business speakers, motivators, humorous keynoters, government experts, and more. And as of the new year, there’s a new bureau bringing speakers to U.S. podiums. Australia-based Saxton, which for 50 years has operated in the Asia-Pacific region, is now Saxton Global and has opened an office in Portland, Ore.

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Evolution of the DMC:Renewing Business Relationships with Deeper Trust, Transparency & Understanding

The evolution of the DMC industry requires that it embark upon a renewed relationship with clients that is built upon transparency, trust, and understanding.

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Three Reasons for Planners to Pick a University for Their Next Event Venue

Special Events

Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club and JB Duke Hotel’s event planner shares how a college campus can deliver a seamless planning process for corporate events.

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MCs For Events: How They Can Make It Or Break It

Endless Events

Welcome to today’s exciting conversation about MCs for events! And more precisely, how they can make or break your event. Before you join us on this wild ride, make sure you check out one of our previous episodes. It’s all about panels and moderation, and it will serve as a nice prequel for today’s show. Because this week, we’re diving even deeper into the topic of MCs for events.

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IRF 2020 Outlook and Predictions

Motivation Excellence

Recently, the Incentive Research Foundation (IRF) released new findings about the industry’s outlook for 2020. Overall, the IRF was optimistic about online retail gift cards and brand-name merchandise. Event gifting is also expected to have a positive year during 2020. The IRF is looking forward to a strong year for the incentive industry with bullish forecasts for a number of different products and services.

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How to Convert Your Attendees into Prospects

Eventtia

Event marketing is results-driven ?? and truly efficient, but only when done correctly. ??. Running events and expecting new prospects or clients to drop into the pipeline is merely wishful thinking. ????.

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Top Blog Posts of 2019

Stova

Staying up to date on event industry trends is vital to your success, but there are so many industry resources to keep track of and even if you are signed up to receive updates from them all, there's still a good chance you've missed a few.

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How the 10-5 Rule Creates Kinder, More Welcoming Event Experiences

Maritz Global Events

Post authored by Donna Kastner, Founder, Retirepreneur. The 8-Phases of a Successful Event is an outstanding blueprint for mapping out steps (large & small) you can take to improve event experiences across their entire event journey – before, during, and after the live event. For this post, I’d like to focus on one make-or-break phase that happens mid-way through the event journey – the ENTERING phase.

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How Event Producers Can Work Better with Venues

Special Events

This special event pro shares simple steps to working effectively with partner venues.

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Event Tech: The Ultimate Overview Of A Decade Of Technology

Endless Events

Ten years have passed, and it was quite a decade of technology. So, here are at the Event Tech Podcast, we dedicate ourselves to exploring all things related to technology in our industry. And so far, we’ve covered some incredible topics. From event hardware to facial recognition and data privacy , we’ve done it all. It’s undeniable that in the past decade, technology has taken a giant leap.

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The Best Event Apps for Every Type of Event: 2020 Edition

Eventbrite

Mobile event apps are no longer a nice to have for big events — they’re expected by attendees. Here are the best event apps to go with.

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Are science conferences stuck in the Dark Ages?

Conferences that Work

A recent Wired article argues that “ Science Conferences Are Stuck in the Dark Ages “ Unsurprisingly, I agree — but there’s some light in the darkness! Read the full article at Conferences That Work The post Are science conferences stuck in the Dark Ages? appeared first on Conferences That Work. No related posts.

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How to Increase Survey Responses

Stova

What is the most effective way to find out what your attendees are hoping for with your next event? How do you know how satisfied your guests were with your last event? What could be improved and what were the crowd favorites? You’re probably already aware that asking them directly, via surveys can be quite fruitful. Run through this check-list before blasting your questions, as to ensure the best survey response rates.

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How to Promote Your Event on TikTok

Eventtia

TikTok is the new kid on the block that’s already causing a huge stir in the world of social media. With over 500 million active monthly users worldwide, the most downloaded app on the App Store appears to be here to stay - so how can you utilize this to your advantage?

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How to Use Technology in Your Event’s Favor

Special Events

Technology is the big player in special events today--here's how to stay the boss.

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CES 2020: Westworld Activation & What We Can Learn As Event Profs

Endless Events

So, did you have the chance to be present at CES 2020? You know, the aptly considered “a global stage for innovation”? Well, whether you attended or not, chances are, you probably read some articles. And many of the news pieces that came out in regards to CES 2020 surrounded the same topic. HBO and their hit show Westworld , a dystopian future where technology reigns supreme in strange ways.

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Phoenix Is Just What The Doctor Ordered

MeetingsNet

Book your medical meeting at the heart of healthcare innovation and biomedical advancement. Brought to you by: In Phoenix, meetings are our specialty. And, with a diverse portfolio of conference-friendly accommodations, an award-winning convention center, convenient airport access, a burgeoning downtown scene and access to medical innovation campuses, Phoenix is emerging as a cutting-edge destination for medical meetings.

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Are Exhibitors Abandoning Trade Show Lead Retrieval?

Maritz Global Events

Post authored by Rachel Stephan, Event Marketing Strategist, sensov/ event marketing. When it comes to trade show lead retrieval, lots of exhibitors have decided to exercise an abundance of caution and not initiate a strategy. They’re letting valuable sales leads fall through the cracks in the name of playing it safe legally. For many trade show exhibitors, GDPR stands for “gosh-darned problematic regulation.” Many don’t understand its many facets, and are afraid of getti

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Gift Ideas for Event Sponsors, Vendors and Talent

Stova

It takes a lot of teamwork for a successful event to come together and it wouldn’t be possible without your sponsors, vendors and talent. Giving a thoughtful thank you gift will leave your partners feeling appreciated. Plus, with a fond reminder of their experience, they’re more likely to participate again and let their colleagues and network know how nice it was working with you.

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BestCities enter 20th anniversary as Madrid takes Global Forum baton

Travel Daily Media

The post BestCities enter 20th anniversary as Madrid takes Global Forum baton appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. BestCities have reached a monumental 20th anniversary milestone off the back of the 2019 Copenhagen Global Forum success, as Madrid takes the baton for the year ahead. The alliance is celebrating 20 years of bringing experience and knowledge to the meetings industry and creating connections and legacy with their clients and destination collective across the last t

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A Look at 2020 Lighting Trends for Special Events

Special Events

This event production expert points out top trends in lighting for 2020; look for an industrial vibe, neon accents and chic "sleek.

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Surface Pro X Review: An Event Professional’s Perspective

Endless Events

It’s time for a juicy Surface Pro X review! So, you already know that here at the Event Tech Podcast, we love teaching you about hardware. A few weeks ago, we even had the Samsung Galaxy Fold review , courtesy of proud owner Will Curran. And today, we’re keeping the reviews and opinions coming. Only this time around, we’re laying out everything you need to know about the Surface Pro X, whether it’s a good choice for an event planner and other important details.

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BLOG – TRAVEL TECHNOLOGY TRENDS 2020

Open Destinations

Service providers like Airbnb, Skyscanner, Expedia and Tripadvisor have transformed the travel industry. They, amongst others, have been trailblazers in the shift from traditional booking methods to technology-lead equivalents designed for today’s connected world. . Technology and travel are constant;y pushing each other to new heights and expanding what is possible.

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3 Noteworthy Trends for Event Strategists to Explore in 2020

Maritz Global Events

Post authored by Donna Kastner, Founder of Retirepreneur. A recent Forrester report caught our eye, as it touched on several business trends that will also impact the event strategists and the industry: PREDICTIONS 2020: On the Precipice of Far-Reaching Change. For their 2019 predictions, Forrester called out Pragmatism as the central theme, especially for organizations who previously doubled down on customer-centric growth strategies.

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How to Choose a Menu for your Event

Stova

Most people have strong opinions about food, and that includes your event menu. Attendees will remember an outstanding meal and they’ll never forget a bad one, so create your menu with care. Read through these 5 tips for choosing a menu for your event and attendees will leave satisfied!

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Building relationships in corporate travel

Travel Daily Media

The post Building relationships in corporate travel appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. The Association of Corporate Travel Executives (ACTE) announced it has named Bruce Hanna as regional director for Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA) in ACTE. In this role, he will be responsible for collaborating with ACTE global members and partners as the organisation works to bring the best in education and networking opportunities to the corporate travel industry worldwide.

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How Rental Pros Can Marry the Ideas of the Bride and Groom

Special Events

Use your expertise in event rental to guide engaged couples to the wedding of their dreams.

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