Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

Armed with her outlook, notes and events apps, her trusty three-ring binder and a medium black coffee, Samuels leads events that go off without a hitch. Planning an event is not simple,” she says. “[The Constance Samuels, CMP, likes to live by the phrase, “Work hard, play harder.” But everything went flawlessly.

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Endless Events

JULY 7, 2022

The Event Brew squad is tackling a complex topic today; a topic most event planners have contemplated in the last two years. It’s time to talk about audience engagement on event platforms! But online, you’re stuck at the mercy of whoever’s running the event,” Dustin adds.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 20, 2022

Krueger wants to see industry innovators and event producers bring the advanced tech and knowledge we’ve gained over the last two years fully into both online and in-person events on a larger scale. That way, they could test innovative methods like gamification at smaller events, and those that work can move up to the “big leagues.”.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 17, 2021

The problem is that there are more than 100 virtual/hybrid event platforms out there—many having started up during the pandemic. As the biggest companies get bigger, will they realize planner dreams of an easy, off-the-shelf solution they can plug and play? Not all will survive,” he warned. Is Bigger Better?

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

Arguably one of the biggest pain points for planners, driving engagement isn’t quite as hard as one might think. Because after producing dozens of successful virtual events over the past few months, we’ve learned a lot! Back before virtual events were the norm, planners already dabbled in event apps.

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Endless Events

JUNE 15, 2022

This is great news for event marketers and planners who can plan experiential events – events that aim to evoke positive emotions in attendees and resonate with their values. In a sense, all events are experiential. Experiential Events Have Gamified Elements.

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MeetingsNet

MARCH 31, 2023

A recent MeetingsNet webinar addressed the role of event technologist in both strategy and logistics, and how planners seeking to be one can get their executives to buy into this now-critical skill set. First, the job “is far beyond building registration pages online, developing event apps, and other basic stuff,” she noted.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

A good hybrid strategy also expands audience reach and event lifecycle. We’ll talk more about ROI in a minute, but first let’s answer planners’ top questions about hybrid events. For starters, choose technology that handles virtual, hybrid and in-person events on the same platform. What can you learn from event data?

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 31, 2018

Smart Meetings’ visual storytelling immersed planners in the trends and news of the year. Related : Accessibility Rules: How to Make Everyone Comfortable at Event Venues. What Apps Do Planners Use Most at Events? Related : 6 Free Apps to Keep Meeting Planners Organized.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 29, 2022

In addition to carefully selecting a venue for its sustainability policies, event planners are now enlisting the services of consultants that specialize in disaster response and mitigation. Kenyon also specializes in training event and venue staff in how to respond to medical emergencies such as those caused by heat illness.

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Endless Events

MARCH 25, 2020

Developing the concept of your event is extra important when planning a virtual experience. This will help you make the right decisions, especially in a field that is relatively new to event planners. Picture the theme you’ll want your virtual event to follow, and make sure you stand out!

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 3, 2018

The impact and importance of meetings for medical and pharmaceutical industry attendees is not only increasing, but the complexity of the events and what is expected of planners is more demanding as well, according to a new report from American Express Meetings & Events and a survey conducted by Smart Meetings.

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Stova

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Networking for 2024 Evolution of Networking In the past, networking and education were the twin engines powering successful business events. Now, attendees expect the same level of personalization at physical events. The trouble is event data has been challenging to gather offline. Event analytics is like Netflix.

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Endless Events

APRIL 22, 2019

.” And so, people started downloading and we’d start to get them on board, and we’re using all of this footage to capture so we could show investors and we could show other event planners and that we could show people it works. The first couple of events were free, and the issue of pricing eventually came up.

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Stova

MARCH 25, 2024

Discover how to increase traffic to your event registration page, create a seamless onsite registration, and secure potential revenue for years to come. Introduction The meeting and event industry is constantly changing as improvements in technology make it easier for planners to engage with attendees. With an increasing 6.9

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Bizzaboo

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Now more than ever, sustainability is top of mind for event planners because it’s a top priority for event attendees. It doesn’t matter if you’re hosting a team summit, client meet-and-greet, or large trade show — attendees want to participate in events prioritizing a safe, healthy planet. 1 priority, and 31.2%

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MeetingsNet

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

As the cost of AV and event technologies continues to rise, planners need to get smarter about what the really need and how to get it at a fair price. While audiovisual, production, and event technology have long been budgetary sore points, they’re even more expensive these days. Question whether you really need to go hybrid.

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inVOYAGE

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

Emma Hardy Operations Director, The Collective by BCD Meetings & Events The face of incentives has changed enormously across the last few years. Whilst luxury trips to far flung destinations are still an enticing reward, many planners are looking for ways incentives can better align to their overall CSR policies.

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Endless Events

JUNE 11, 2018

Then you feed the data into amazing algorithms which translate boring ol’ numbers into insights – insights that allow event planners like you to mold and refine the event so attendees have the best experience possible. After all, event planners have been crowdshaping for years, from their gut feelings.

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Endless Events

JULY 25, 2018

Most events no longer want basic conference speakers. Planners want someone that enjoys their brand, loves to incorporate technology, is full of charisma, and knows how to work an audience. To really engage the audience you’ll need to find someone that appeals to them and can provide a unique feel to your event. Live Polling.

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Convene by PCMA

MAY 16, 2023

This year, RISKWORLD had drawn more than 9,000 risk professionals from 60 countries to Atlanta for 150 educational sessions, a marketplace with 400-plus exhibitors, as well as an array of social networking events. In addition to e-mailing updates to attendees, RIMS staff used their mobile event app to send out push notifications.

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Bizzaboo

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Before advances in event technology, event planning was a very manual process. Event planners used to draft the attendee list contact by contact. Event promotions were limited to mediums like print, direct mail, cold calling, and word of mouth. Event tech also leads to a better user experience.

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The MICE Blog

AUGUST 26, 2022

Such a space can enrich the visitor experience at a given event. For example, if your event is about sustainability, you can educate and inspire visitors by curating a space for books which showcase the wide spectrum of sustainability. Sustainability was an important talking point at Art Basel. Audio experience.

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Stova

JANUARY 18, 2024

Your mobile event app is the linchpin. Let event analytics crunch the data and create reports in mere minutes. Modern event apps like Stova’s make it easy to spot audience sentiment trends at a glance. Finally, use this event intelligence to understand your attendees on a deeper level than ever.

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 11, 2019

But let’s try and educate people, educate people on what’s going on so that they know. “But I think the important thing too for planners and event professionals who are listening now too is just to know that this stuff is coming down the road. And say, if I am cool with it, you got to be cool with it.

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Bizzaboo

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

Before advances in event technology, event planning was a very manual process. . Event planners used to draft the attendee list contact by contact. . Event promotions were limited to mediums like print, direct mail, cold calling, and word of mouth. . Event tech also leads to a better user experience.

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Gavel International

AUGUST 24, 2021

The effectiveness of a ventilation system is also impacted by the total number of participants at the event. Meeting planners should calculate the number of participants per square foot of event space and use this number when reviewing ventilation systems. Therefore, event planners should carefully consider this detail.

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Meeting Tomorrow

DECEMBER 12, 2022

Instead of a stretch break or a free stress ball, attendees see wellness at events as, “experiences that reflect their values and foster creativity, and respect their work-life balance.” . Events can take a toll on how attendees feel physically, which is why more and more planners are incorporating different opportunities for movement.

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MeetingsNet

MAY 25, 2018

If you’re looking for some super helpful tips on everything from audience engagement, risk management, and sponsorship, to event apps and gamification, check out this grab-bag of free downloadables. The 2018 Event App Bible. Digital Event Essentials Guide. Media Type. Media Image. transactionID. Download here.

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Bizzaboo

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

Even still, our survey found that 68% of event organizers plan to have a virtual component at their next onsite event. PCMA research uncovered similar findings: One of two event planners planned hybrid events so attendees could attend according to their preferences. Educating prospects. Educating employees.

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Stova

MARCH 7, 2023

What’s more, virtual presents a price-friendly alternative for events where education is the goal. To this end, savvy planners are being more intentional with event design. Deliver the magic of television-quality productions to live, pre-recorded, and mixed-format events.

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Convene by PCMA

APRIL 5, 2022

“We look at the two things that drive the convention and trade-show industry: the need to be face-to-face to transact business and the need to be face-to-face to become educated. I think educators, parents — everyone — realizes that kids learn better when they’re engaged face-to-face. Holistic event apps. Enhanced Wi-Fi.

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Endless Events

MAY 19, 2020

There are many ways you can personalize your event but here are a few of our favorite ways. . In our 2020 event trends survey, 47% of event planners believed tailored break out session paths would be the biggest personalization trend for events in 2020. Having data-driven activity suggestions in your event app.

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Bizzaboo

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

Boost Your Event Budget. Running an event is an expensive endeavor. What’s an event planner to do? Simple: Secure event sponsorships. As the events market continues to grow, ResearchAndMarkets predicts that sponsorship will account for the lion’s share of event revenue this year.

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 15, 2019

There are many ways you can personalize your event but here are a few of our favorite ways. . In our 2020 event trends survey, 47% of event planners believed tailored break out session paths would be the biggest personalization trend for events in 2020. Having data-driven activity suggestions in your event app.

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Stova

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Here’s a closer look at how sustainable approaches can redefine corporate event planning: Ongoing Digital Transformation The shift towards digital platforms and virtual offerings offers planners and event managers a powerful tool to reduce paper consumption and environmental impact. Learn more about tech consolidation.

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Bizzaboo

APRIL 3, 2023

of events on Bizzabo’s platform were in-person. Case in point: On the Bizzabo platform, 51% of events in January 2023 were virtual. of event organizers were able to reach a wider audience with virtual events ( Bizzabo , 2020) 54% of virtual event registrants convert to virtual attendees.

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