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Webinar Fatigue: Learn Your Way Around It!

Endless Events

It’s time we talk about webinar fatigue. Because as the events industry makes its shift to virtual, this issue increases. Many people are home right now, and it’s not uncommon for some to attend several webinars a week. And some even go through several a day! So it’s no wonder attendees are starting to experience this phenomenon of webinar fatigue.

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8 Incentive Ideas for Remote Workers

Motivation Excellence

The coronavirus restrictions have forced many businesses to make changes in their daily operations, and an increasing number of companies are turning to work-from-home options. Younger workers are especially eager to embrace this idea, and many actively look for companies that offer this incentive. Now, numerous companies are feeling the pressure to offer meaningful benefits that help them retain top workers in their fields.

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Virtual Event Sponsors: 10 Ideas to Keep Them in the Spotlight

Stova

As you plan virtual and hybrid events, you may be wondering, “How can I give my sponsors and exhibitors exposure during my event and connect them with my audience?”. At first glance, creating value for sponsors in a virtual setting may seem intimidating. But fear not! Having a virtual event does not mean your sponsors and exhibitors will lose precious face time with your audience.

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We’ll Meet Again: Liz Caruso of Liz King Events

MeetingsNet

Virus-sniffing dogs and GPS tracking could help attendees be more safe while planners refocus on creating meaningful events. Liz Caruso, CEO and Chief Event Specialist at Liz King Events and founder of TechsyTalk, a community for innovators in the events industry, shares her thoughts on how people will meet again, including some low-tech solutions. MeetingsNet: What changes do you think will happen to face-to-face events due to the pandemic?

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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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How To Bring Broadcast Quality To Virtual Event

Endless Events

Today’s episode of Event Tech Podcast is all about how to bring broadcast quality to your virtual event. As of right now, everybody is busy doing a shift to remote work. And that means that event profs, in particular, are getting very acquainted with streaming and video calls. But in a world where we’re shifting to virtual events , that’s a good thing!

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How to Cope with the Crisis in the Travel Industry

AltexSoft Travel

This is a guest article by tech writer Ray Slater Berry. The crisis is hitting the travel industry hard, there’s no doubt about it. In fact, the global revenue for the travel and tourism industry is earning around 34.7 percent less than last year. With so many businesses struggling, pivoting or having to make tough decisions, now is the time that your next steps can determine how you come out of this crisis.

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How to Design a High-Quality Event for Your Virtual Attendees

Eventtia

If you used to only running in-situ events, transitioning to online events can be challenging. This is especially true when you have a well-defined event marketing strategy that’s focused on attracting high-quality leads and increasing the brand awareness of your company.

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How To Create Your Virtual Event Budget: Calculator Included!

Endless Events

Creating your virtual event budget might feel like a complex task. Sure, you’re probably more than used to create budgets for in-person events. But how do you go about it in the scope of virtual events? Because things are quite different this time around, and many of the things you were used to will be completely absent. Simultaneously, new things that are inherent to virtual events will have to be accounted for.

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May 2020 NewsNet

FICP

Did you know? Mother's Day wasn't always about showering Mom with gifts and appreciation. In fact, it was originally a movement started by three women, Ann Reeves Jarvis, Julia Ward.

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Building Event Business Stability By Using a Marketing Funnel

Special Events

This marketing pro helps event professionals cultivate future clients by creating a "marketing funnel.

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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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SITE SoCal’s Tips for Staying Upbeat During Downtime

SITE SoCal

Quarantine got you feeling the blues? It is important to keep your energy up during times of uncertainty, stress and inactivity. Studies show that changes in routine, eating habits, exercise, and even human interaction can impact our overall well being.

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Events Industry Upskill Initiative: Evolving & Becoming A Leader

Endless Events

In this week’s episode of #EventIcons, we bring to you the incredible Events Industry Upskill Initiative. So, we’ve talked about sustainability in the industry several times here. And one of the best and brightest people we had the pleasure to welcome was Fiona Pelham. Fiona is the CEO of Positive Impact Events, a member of the International Board of Meeting Professionals International, and an overall inspirational person.

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Spring 2020 Pulse Survey: COVID-19 Focus

FICP

With an exclusive focus on COVID-19, the FICP Spring 2020 Pulse Survey saw high participation from both the meetings professionals and hospitality partners who have been impacted by the global.

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How to Transform Your Corporate Event Into a Compelling Visual Story

Special Events

This event expert shares techniques to ensure your special events hit home with attendees.

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Online Events 101: Elements, Structure, and Management

Eventtia

How do you plan an online event?

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Working With Committees: Best Practices For Event Profs

Endless Events

Working with committees is something many event planners are familiar with. And anyone who’s been a part of one knows just how complex things can get. So on this week’s episode of #EventIcons, we’ll be providing you with some tactical tips to work inside a committee, on a board, and everything in between. No more miscommunication, no more frustrations, and no more second-guessing yourself.

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FICP Joins LIVE Together Coalition

FICP

Chicago – May 4, 2020 – Financial & Insurance Conference Professionals (FICP) is pleased to announce its support as a founding partner for Go LIVE Together, a coalition of 80 founding.

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Five Ways to Nurture Your Event Community from a Distance

Special Events

Meryl Snow shares ways to keep the events community strong despite distancing requirements.

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Virtual Meetings VS Live Meetings

Innovatx

The post Virtual Meetings VS Live Meetings appeared first on Innovatx.

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You Might Have These Concerns About Virtual Events – Here’s How To Solve Them

Endless Events

?? The Best of the Best: Virtual Challenges: Top 8 Virtual Event Concerns (& How To Solve Them). ? Many of you have expressed frustrations when it comes to selecting a virtual event platform. This webinar is here to help: So Many Options, So Little Time: Choosing A Digital Event Platform! There’s no guide book for a pandemic… Another month has arrived, businesses are opening back up, moods are changing, and the pandemic feels way different than it did even two weeks ago.

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Schedule breaks during online meetings!

Conferences that Work

Providing downtime during any meeting is important , but it’s especially important to schedule breaks during online meetings. What happens if you don’t schedule breaks during online meetings. Some people have the attitude that attendees at online meetings are grown-ups and they should be given the freedom to take a break when they want and/or need to.

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Travel Booking Engines: Types, Functionality, and Integrations

AltexSoft Travel

A booking engine is the brains behind distributing travel products online. Without this software component, you can neither sell nor buy airline tickets or hotel reservations through the Internet. Trip-related companies employ different types of booking engines to run core processes instead of human personnel. Let’s explore what they actually can do and how their functions and tasks vary across travel businesses.

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