Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 27, 2021

But with news of the Omicron variant changing day-to-day, conference organizers and sponsors are using the skills they’ve acquired in Covid times: flexibility and leveraging virtual options to replace some face-to-face experiences. These are challenging times for large, in-person events, and companies are aware of participants’ concerns.

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 25, 2019

Today on Event Tech Podcast, we’re talking about event management tools. As you know, this is the number one podcast to go for ideas on everything event tech. And we simply couldn’t resist dedicating an episode to event management through the lenses of tech and tools. Michael is the CEO of Event Hub.

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Convene by PCMA

MAY 9, 2024

Not only is the Annual Survey of Exhibition Rates a handy tool for comparing exhibitor costs in one city vs. another, it offers other helpful insights for event organizers. Site visits — Some larger shows host an exhibitor site visit nine to 10 months prior to the event.

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Eventtia

MAY 11, 2022

One of the biggest challenges when running an event is the planning stage: even organizing a fairly small and seemingly simple event can be a very challenging task with all the different details to consider and adjust. First, decide on a primary goal for the event. Sell more of your products/services during the event.

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Bizzaboo

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Welcome to the 2024 event technology guide! Not sure you need event technology? of organizers say event software has a major impact on the success of their events 67.4% of organizers say they have changed or plan to change their event management software vendor within the next year 72.5% Think again!

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Bizzaboo

APRIL 1, 2024

The truth hurts, but not all events are successful. Event failures are common and can be a major setback for any event organizer or company. But instead of dwelling on the failure, it’s important to analyze and learn from it to bounce back stronger and build a more resilient event strategy.

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Social Tables

JUNE 22, 2022

Hosted in cities and towns all over the world, community events bring people together. Community events are perfect for promoting positive change, and there’s opportunity for improvement in every community. In this post, we look at the importance of hosting community events. Fundraising and charity community event ideas

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Smart Meetings

MAY 31, 2022

After two years of testing streaming platforms, meeting professionals are asking for more comprehensive solutions and a number of event technology companies have risen to the challenge. How it impacts you : The goal is to make post-event sales easier with streamlined lead generation, increasing the overall profitability of events.

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Bizzaboo

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Planning an in-person, virtual, or hybrid event is a significant undertaking with countless moving parts. Achieving conference success ultimately requires careful orchestration between the event team, partnering agencies, and other departments, which is where a pre-event checklist template comes into play.

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Bizzaboo

AUGUST 3, 2023

Are you on the hunt for the best event management software? Event software isn’t created equally. These 20+ questions will help you choose the best software partner for your organization’s unique event needs. The events industry has seen a considerable influx of event software over the past few years, and it’s no surprise.

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Eventtia

JUNE 8, 2023

Event management. It’s a phrase that gets thrown around a lot, but beyond the literal meaning of just managing events, what exactly does it entail? And more significantly, how can it be used in events? Get your event planning template and checklist.

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Bizzaboo

MARCH 18, 2024

When researching an event technology partner to help scale your strategy, leveraging the right insights is crucial. But if you’ve spent time on sites like G2 and Capterra, you know how crowded the marketplace is — this is where event software analyst reports come in handy!

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Eventtia

JUNE 2, 2023

Planning an event is difficult. Event planning and organizing a fairly small meeting involving just five participants can be quite a challenge, especially if this is your first time. However, although event planning can certainly be challenging, it also can be exciting and worthwhile. If your event is relatively large (i.e.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 3, 2021

Event planners surmised that audiences had gotten so comfy in fuzzy slippers that they would not want to leave their houses. Hybrid events, offering live as well as a full virtual reality immersion experience, would be the wave of the future the thinking went. Bottom Line. The primary barrier is the Return on Investment.

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Social Tables

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Successful fundraisers raise 4-5X the revenue they spent hosting the event and consistently sell out, year after year. It can be difficult to find fundraising event ideas that are both affordable for hosts and attractive to attendees, but we can help. Discover exciting fundraising event ideas that bring in big bucks!

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Social Tables

APRIL 22, 2019

When you start planning an event, one of the first things you should do is figure out your event planning timeline. The next time you start to plan an event, consider using this helpful guide to create an event planning schedule that works for you. What is a long-term event planning timeline?

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Eventtia

APRIL 18, 2022

Are you currently planning your very first event and are looking for help? Whether you are planning a traditional in-person event, a virtual event, or a hybrid event, in this guide, we’ll share an actionable and comprehensive checklist you can easily follow when planning an event. We’ve got your back.

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Social Tables

JULY 31, 2018

Planning fundraising events successfully comes with it’s own unique strategy and plenty of moving parts. In this guest post, Accelevents co-founder and COO Zach Hagopian breaks down the five most crucial tips he’s learned from his own experience organizing an annual event in Boston. Build a great team.

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Endless Events

MARCH 17, 2020

Have you heard about the Sustainable Event Awards? It’s not just about how to plan sustainable events. And that’s exactly where the Sustainable Event Awards come in. And you might know Adam as the co-founder and editor of the event industry’s global online magazine, Event Industry News.

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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

Whether you’re booking airport shuttles or buses for off-site events, it’s tough to put the brakes on rising costs. Short of cancelling off-site events, here are some ideas for cutting the ground-transportation tab. Arrange for a discount code with the ride-share company and send the code to attendees ahead of the event.

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Endless Events

DECEMBER 4, 2018

How will the events industry fare this year, and what trends will rule the roost when it comes to event planners’ priorities? 2019 Event Trends: Your Audience Craves Authenticity. Infusing Events With Hands-On Experiences. Enhancing Event Cybersecurity. Are we choosing sponsors that match our value?

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Bizzaboo

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

Now more than ever, sustainability is top of mind for event planners. 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. That’s where this sustainable event checklist comes in. . Does yours? .

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Bizzaboo

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

Welcome to the 2023 event technology guide! Not sure you need event technology? of their marketing program budget to hosted and sponsored events. . What is event technology? Event technology is any tool, app, or software that helps you plan, execute, and measure an event.

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Endless Events

OCTOBER 24, 2018

We are seeing a common and alarming trend that hotels are charging exorbitant amounts to use their WIFI for your events. Sometimes this number can be well into the thousands, but you have options and you don’t always need to layout $30k just to have event WIFI. Event WIFI Security . Watch below. Know WIFI Basics .

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Endless Events

JULY 26, 2018

Have you ever planned an event just because it was routinely scheduled, rather than being held for a specific reason? An event’s ‘why’ is often overlooked in event planning, according to a report by American Express Meetings & Events. In essence, it’s what you want event goers to experience. You’re not alone.

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Bizzaboo

MAY 10, 2023

The industry’s best event marketers create a 365-day event experience for attendees, who expect personalized communication and on-demand content once an event is over. An easy way to deliver on those expectations is by sending a post-event “thank you for attending” email with helpful, relevant resources straightaway.

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Traveler's Q

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

In today’s digital age, having a successful event website is essential for maximizing your event’s online reach. 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. Why Do You Need an Event Website?

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Endless Events

MARCH 23, 2020

Yes, you read that right – we’re discussing audio augmented reality for events today! We touched upon it on the Event Tech Podcast. So buckle up and press play – it’s time for a master class on audio augmented reality for events! Bringing Audio Augmented Reality To Event Apps.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 6, 2022

CES , formerly the Consumer Electronics show, is going forward as planned at the expanded Las Vegas Convention Center with some sponsors, including Amazon and Meta, participating virtually. The time has come for the business events industry to act—to build our future safely and be resolute about our purpose.”. Event Adjustments.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 7, 2019

Fifty-six percent of respondents in Eventbrite’s annual Pulse Report said that recruiting attendees for events was one of the top three most challenging part of the planner job in 2018. Rounding out the top three challenges: working with a tighter budget and locking down sponsors. Event tech continues to grow rapidly.

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Bizzaboo

MARCH 18, 2024

When researching an event technology partner to help scale your strategy, leveraging the right insights is crucial. But if you’ve spent time on sites like G2 and Capterra, you know how crowded the marketplace is — this is where event software analyst reports come in handy!

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Endless Events

AUGUST 15, 2018

As you know, conferences are the bread and butter of event planners. But, one of your goals as an event prof should be to use staging as an extension of the brand, to generate interest and display originality. Taking both in-person viewing and event photography into consideration is vital. But, don’t worry.

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ITA Group

JANUARY 28, 2022

Event Management. Partner With Event Management Experts. Big events, small ones, virtual, hybrid or in person. We’ve got you covered, ensuring the event engages attendees and elevates your brand’s reputation. Managing Your Event Just Got Easier. Vendor and speaker coordination. Event gifting.

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Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 7, 2018

This week, we have some event tech news for those interested in the behind-the-scenes of event companies. Read on for more news and event planning tips to go with it. Read on for more news and event planning tips to go with it. Go Unplugged at Your Next Event. TSNN also concluded its awards night recently.

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Bizzaboo

JUNE 29, 2022

And one easy way to do that is by hosting recruiting events. What is a recruiting event? A recruiting event is an exhibition-style event used to source talent. A growing number of organizations are using recruiting events because they make it easy to get face time with several candidates in a time-efficient manner.

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Bizzaboo

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Planning an in-person, virtual, or hybrid event is a significant undertaking with countless moving parts. Achieving conference success ultimately requires careful orchestration between the event team, partnering agencies, and other departments, which is where a pre-event checklist template comes into play.

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