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10 Questions About Hybrid Events, Answered

Endless Events

It’s finally time to discuss the hot topic of hybrid events. Over the past few months, we’ve been focused on providing all the educational content we possibly could about virtual events. But now that restrictions slowly begin to lift, mentalities need to shift. Virtual events will continue to be relevant from here on. However, and as you’ve probably heard, hybrid is the future.

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Top 10 Employee Recognition Software Tools

Motivation Excellence

Is employee recognition software good for your business? Unquestionably, but you have to ask yourself the following questions first: In the last two months, how often did you need to give your employees useful recognition? Do you recognize many employees? Do your employees recognize each other throughout the day ? Is your mission or your revenue dependent upon this recognition?

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In-Person Events: Good News and Bad News

MeetingsNet

Two bodies of research highlight planners’ challenges and potential attendees’ preferences when it comes to meetings. In a late June webinar that drew more than 700 corporate and association meeting planners, 64 percent of attendees responded that they expect their organizations to return to holding in-person events by January 2021. Hosted by Global DMC Partners, “The Meeting Planner’s Reality in the ‘New Normal’” addressed a few topics, including hybrid events that connect small in-person gathe

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Three criteria for working with others for change and action

Conferences that Work

How can we successfully work with others for change and action? During the last eight months, I’ve been striving to save a tiny liberal arts school , Marlboro College , from closure. I’ve felt compelled to do this work, not only because the school sits at the heart of rural Marlboro, Vermont , where I’ve lived since 1978, but also because I taught there for ten years (1983-1993) and have a deep affection for the College’s rare form of education.

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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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11 Actionable Virtual Event Marketing Ideas

Endless Events

In the COVID-19 era , it becomes increasingly important to discuss the ins and outs of virtual events. And so far, we’ve been going at it hard here at Endless. We’ve discussed attendee engagement , sponsorships , mistakes – just to name a few. But today, we’ll be jumping into the realm of marketing. And most importantly, virtual event marketing ideas.

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Virtual Events: Creating Content with a Wow Factor

Stova

Let’s keep it real.it’s been a long couple of months. The event industry is, to put it simply, different. Unknown challenges continue to appear, COVID-19 cases ebb and flow throughout the United States, and there is a light at the end of the tunnel that we all keep reaching for. But, miraculously, the event industry is as resilient as it ever was. Every week a new virtual event solution appears, the next best thing is shouted from the rooftop, and technology companies scramble to be the “best of

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Beach Party Theme | Sun, Surf, and Sand on Amelia Island

Just Right Destination Management

Beach Party Theme | Sun, Surf, and Sand on Amelia Island. When our clients landed on the beach front of Amelia Island, a fabulous beach party theme went hand in hand with the venue’s spectacular views. Soft ambient lighting from string lights to complement the setting sun. Teals and pinks to play up the upscale yet laid back vibe of the island. Fun, breeze-friendly décor, relaxing entertainment, fresh seafood, and tropical drinks.

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Your Marketing Efforts Can Make Or Break The Success Of Your Event

Endless Events

?? The Best of the Best: Event Marketing: 11 Actionable Virtual Event Marketing Ideas. Safety First: CDC Guidelines For Events. ? We are known for our yearly event trends guide, but this year we stepped it up a notch and created a 2020 Virtual Event Trends Webinar! How in the world are we halfway done with 2020? Well, we are officially in the second half of the year, and it’s already getting weirder.

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How to Set a Virtual Event Up and How All of the Different Technology Works [Guest Post]

Eventtia

Companies of all sizes have hosted in-person events for decades to share their vision and announce exciting news. But with the ongoing pandemic, more companies are opting to host virtual events.

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Biophilic-Inspired Trends for Outdoor Event Gatherings

Special Events

Kevin Dana of CORT Events shares biophilic-inspired trends for outdoor special event gatherings

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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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Virtual Meetings, the way forward for Marriott

Travel Daily Media

The post Virtual Meetings, the way forward for Marriott appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. As international travel restrictions are still in place and social distancing is still practiced at large, the landscape of gatherings and meetings has now changed. Understanding the needs of businesses, Marriott International in Malaysia has launched a new Virtual Meetings by Marriott Bonvoy Events offering across its portfolio of hotels and resorts across the country.

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Event Planning Around Political Unrest

Endless Events

So…event planning around political unrest. Why are we bringing this up? Well, ignoring politics, in general, is hard. Ignoring politics during the current state of things is impossible. As the world struggles to contain a global pandemic and a series of protests arise throughout several countries, event planners need to take a step back. Once again, we urge you to remember why you chose this profession and why you love this industry.

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What's the Difference Between Virtual Meetings and Online Networking?

Eventtia

To put it simply, attendees go to your event for one of two reasons. One, for the content, or, two, to meet and interact with other attendees who share similar interests.

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Turning Your Family Dinner Into a Summer Event

CSI DMC

With summer in full swing, who isn’t looking for ways to slip more fun into their daily routines? With just the people and tools you have around you, it doesn’t take much to turn an everyday dinner into something exceptional. Whether you’re hosting a few friends for a small get together in your backyard or throwing a just-because party with your family, thinking of whoever you’re dining with as your guest of honor is step one for planning a festive at-home event.

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July 2020 NewsNet

FICP

Did you Know? July is here! Between Canada Day and Independence Day, most of our community kicked off the month with (socially distanced) barbeques, beach days, and fireworks. While.

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CINZ and PCMA to develop business events community

Travel Daily Media

The post CINZ and PCMA to develop business events community appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. Lisa Hopkins. Conventions and Incentives New Zealand (CINZ) and the Professional Convention Management Association (PCMA) have announced a strategic agreement to work together to support and professionally develop the business events community.

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Reflections on Conscientious Collaboration

Morley

Not long ago I read an article on ICF Next regarding conscientious collaboration and the need for the travel and tourism industry to embrace a more inclusive mindset.

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#ThrowbackThursday: 10 Still Steal-Worthy Event Ideas From Summer 2019

BizBash

While COVID-19 may have thrown shade on this year's summer plans, we're breaking through the clouds to shine a spotlight on summer 2019's steal-worthy event ideas.

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