The MICE Blog

NOVEMBER 7, 2021

Differentiation between skills training and creating experience: People often leverage SKOs for skills training, but for the most part, people attend SKOs to build relationships, interact in person, network, get energised and determine how they will make money and find success that year. That’s a different mindset than skills training.

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Networking Training Audience Trends 174

Smart Meetings

AUGUST 11, 2023

Its full suite of event management tools includes event registration and check-in, advanced analytics, mobile event apps, customizable branding and design, engagement and networking tools and more. Read More: State of Virtual Meeting Tools Attendees gather in an event space and meet sponsors, speakers and network with their community.

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Virtual Events Platform Rehearsal Speakers 245

Eventtia

MAY 24, 2024

Even better, their main components – i.e. networking, exhibitor booths, product launches, and so on – work virtually. Then inside you have your participants participating in different activities, exploring the virtual space and interacting via chats and video networking.

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Trade Show Sponsors Platform Networking 62

Endless Events

MARCH 17, 2020

What will networking look like? And what will you do to keep your sponsors happy? Make sure your virtual event covers everything they were coming to experience such as continuing education classes, the speakers they were looking forward to, networking opportunities, and product demos. Consider Your Sponsors and Exhibitors .

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Virtual Events Sponsors Events Speakers 367

Endless Events

APRIL 19, 2021

Very little thought went into the virtual audience’s experience, their ability to network amongst themselves and the other attendees, the quality of the stream, and the way content was delivered. It involves multiple venues networked together to offer scale and intimacy while keeping attendee numbers within safety guidelines.

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Events Venue Speakers Remote 284

Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

Heat maps show the attendees’ real-time location and can even help planners make real-time strategic changes to the event layout. They can monitor the exhibit floor, networking sessions, ingress, egress, and other behavior patterns. Exhibitors and sponsors can also enjoy the benefits of attendance tracking at events.

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Benefits Attendee Registration Audience 303

Smart Meetings

MAY 31, 2022

How it impacts you: Automated back-end processes allow you to better manage speakers, sponsors, staff and meetings. What: A curated network of trusted vendors to support in-person, virtual and hybrid event requirements will be a core component of the Cvent Supplier Network. Where to learn more: notified.com/event-solutions.

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Meeting Platform Vendor Networking 246

Stova

MARCH 16, 2023

The Complete Guide to Hosting Successful Networking Events Wondering how to keep your audience engaged at virtual, hybrid, or in-person events? In this guide, we delve into how to provide meaningful event networking opportunities to attendees, sponsors, and exhibitors. How do you help facilitate networking at your events?

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Networking Event Apps Registration Events 40

Convene by PCMA

JUNE 14, 2024

Easy Things We Can Try Right Away Lean into virtual events by introducing interactive features on online event platforms to increase engagement and focus on providing virtual networking opportunities to maintain community connections without physical presence.

Travel 52

Travel Travel Sustainability Virtual Events 52

Endless Events

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

One final disclaimer before we dive in: this is not sponsored content ; no event platform paid to be featured on this list. The possibilities are truly endless when designing a custom floor plan for your Remo event that immerses attendees to any imaginable location (trade show floor, the moon, the beach, relaxing networking lounge).

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 3, 2021

There is also the critical human connection which includes making deals, forging relationships, networking and even finding new jobs.” Another client said, “Ticket sales used to cover the venue and speakers, but the profit came from sponsors. Several speakers said they have been hired to speak from a remote location.

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Remote Speakers B2C Sponsors 280

Bizzaboo

OCTOBER 18, 2023

Centralized Management Hub Your event management system should be feature-rich by design, giving you everything you need to build, manage, and execute events in one central location. Bizzabo offers powerful event intelligence features, including registration analytics, networking analytics, engagement analytics, and cross-event analytics.

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Management Sponsors Registration Speakers 110

Traveler's Q

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Additionally, a strong brand image can help establish trust and credibility with potential attendees and sponsors. An Intriguing Event Description The event description should be concise, yet informative, highlighting key details such as date, time, location, speakers, and event highlights.

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Website Platform Registration Social Media 130

Smart Meetings

MAY 26, 2023

The list below includes some of the favorite new technologies across The Opus Group network at Opus Agency , MAS , TENCUE and Verve. Radius : A platform that allows attendees to receive digital content based on their physical location. The platform allows attendees to see accurate directions based on their location.

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Healthcare Technology Technology Panel 221

Bizzaboo

DECEMBER 18, 2022

Event Networking. Sponsor and Exhibitor. Your event management software solution should be feature-rich by design, giving you everything you need to build, manage, and execute events in one central location. These event management software features fall across seven categories: Event Management. Event Engagement. Ready to start?

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Management Sponsors Registration Speakers 123

Smart Meetings

JUNE 21, 2023

Be Flexible and Transparent Playa Del Carmen, Mexico, was not the location originally slated for this year’s WEC. Thanks to all the vendors, sponsors, student volunteers & speakers. It’s about professional development, networking and doing business and the customers who will be there.” Louis or Playa Del Carmen.

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Logistics Vendor Education Trade Show 315

Traveler's Q

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

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. The website enables event planners to reach a broader audience from different geographical locations, boosting their chances of success.

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Endless Events

JANUARY 28, 2022

You can have a pod in any region, country, or continent where your speakers and sponsors are. Localized pods enable region-focused networking and prioritize comfort for the attendee above all. Innovative planners have to lean on their network, tap their ambassadors, and give people a chance to plan their pod independently.

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Trends Planner Event Technology Events 177

Traveler's Q

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Effective event branding can also help to attract sponsors, increase media coverage, and generate brand loyalty, both for the event and its sponsors. These tactics enable events to generate buzz, increase engagement, and ultimately pique the interest of potential attendees, sponsors, and stakeholders.

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Social Media Event Apps Sponsors Website 130

Endless Events

JUNE 10, 2022

The final step in the event management process is a follow-up meeting after the event to discuss the event’s overall ROI, attendee and sponsor feedback, and make the necessary readjustments to the overarching event strategy. How satisfied were you with speakers/content/networking opportunities? Set a specific date and location.

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Meeting Sponsors Audience Events 348

Smart Meetings

MAY 17, 2021

Yet too often the speaker selection process is managed by the sales and marketing teams, and it usually identifies people in two major categories– sponsors and big corporate logos. Remember that customer experience includes every single interaction a customer has with a brand.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

The global professional organization officially launched 50 years ago in 1973 in that very city and has since grown to include more than 2,000 members, delivering research, education and networking. Carina Bauer, CEO of IMEX Group, which sponsored this year’s awards praised the international reach of the programs honored.

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Conference Incentives Education Insurance 246

Endless Events

APRIL 4, 2023

Share information on times, locations, speakers, and topics. Include Networking Opportunities Networking allows your attendees to connect with each other. Try to facilitate these connections by carving out time in your schedule for networking. Create dedicated areas at your event for networking.

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Events Speakers Promotion Audience 156

Techsytalk

DECEMBER 26, 2016

However, most planners have a tendency to just stick to prominent social networks like Facebook and Twitter. If it’s a company conference you’re arranging, then LinkedIn of all networks is the spot to be advertising it. Sponsored updates can be seen on a user’s update stream and even on their mobile devices.

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Promotion Sponsors Social Network Publishing 260

Bizzaboo

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

Still, we believe creating an equitable experience — striking the right balance between entertainment, networking, and education — is 100% possible. INBOUND 2022 was hybrid and offered different tracks based on topic, ticket type, and session/keynote location. Feel free to use the table of contents or dive straight in!

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Virtual Events Online Sponsors Events 86

Endless Events

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

Through a platform, you can gather data, share resources, and even increase the visibility of your event sponsors. Announce the app along with your event’s date and location, so attendees immediately know what they need to do. Networking tools, like contact information swapping. Speaker bios. QR scanning. Session recordings.

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Platform Event Apps Events Social Media 334

Convene by PCMA

MAY 2, 2022

JUNO’s Single Destination Platform makes planning easier – one versatile platform for users to learn, network, attend events, advance their businesses. Imagine your next meeting including remote participants, able to stream and comment right alongside those at the host location. Break Boundaries and Boost Attendance with Hybrid Events.

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Remote Platform Online Sponsors 98

Convene by PCMA

JULY 19, 2023

“We need to make sure they understand and get value from our events because if they don’t come back, our exhibitors and sponsors won’t come back.” Those needs, in order of priority are: discovering new products, building their network, and expanding their business.

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Management Trade Show Sponsors Audience 98

Endless Events

MAY 10, 2018

From securing sponsors to organizing the AV and production needs, the planning process seems endless. What is the biggest cause for concern among your network? They want a chance to network with the other attendees as well as the opportunity to take regular breaks. However, don’t get too hung up on location.

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Venue Conference Entertainment Audience 246

Bizzaboo

APRIL 19, 2023

Filtering by job description, geographic location, and industry are good ways to ensure relevant messages are sent to the right people, leading to higher click-through rates and, thus, more registrations. Be creative and proactive in creating co-marketing strategies that serve both you and your sponsors’ interests.

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Event Marketing Marketing Marketing Social Media 98

Bizzaboo

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Our State of in-person B2B conferences report found that venue location; diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) efforts; travel/accommodation costs; and sustainable practices are among the top priorities attendees consider when deciding whether to attend an in-person event.

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Logistics Sustainability Seminar Sponsors 64

Bizzaboo

JANUARY 2, 2023

Conferences provide the best opportunity to network and build connections with other professionals passionate about diversity in tech. Join us for an evening of thought-provoking discussions, presentations and a networking reception. October 2023. November 2023. December 2023. January 2023 Women-in-tech Events. Start Date /.

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Conference SEO Publishing Events 98

Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 14, 2022

Additionally, MPI Foundation raised $400,000 through Caesars Entertainment-sponsored Rendezvous and a silent auction. Meeting Professionals International (MPI) powered Smart Monday and morning keynotes as part of a 20-year partnership that was formally extended through 2025. — JT Long (@SmartMtgsJT) October 12, 2022. “We

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Sustainability Trade Show Entertainment Education 265

Endless Events

DECEMBER 4, 2018

Brain Dates: Networking 2.0. Are we choosing sponsors that match our value? Brain Dates: Networking 2.0. It sidesteps the hustle involved when networking, letting pairs create deeper connections with each other. Some locations are a better choice because of the leisure opportunities they bring. Orlando, Florida.

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Trends Events Sustainability Attendee 335

Bizzaboo

JUNE 3, 2024

“It takes into consideration food people eat, where they sleep, how they travel from home to the event location, and what they experience onsite.” For example, a well-designed layout ensures seamless navigation for attendees and ample networking opportunities. via polls and surveys).

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Event Design Events Technology Technology 59

Bizzaboo

DECEMBER 29, 2023

Conferences provide the best opportunity to network and build connections with other professionals passionate about diversity in tech. December 2023 Women-in-tech Events Event Name Event Date Event Location More Information Women-in-tech LevelUp Summit 2023 Dec. We hope that you will join us! Harvard WECode 2024 Feb. ICWLE 2024 Feb.

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Social Tables

JUNE 1, 2023

Bonus tip: Add direct links to sponsor pages, speaker profiles, and other participating business sites to further expand the event’s reach. Include an interactive event map that allows future attendees to view the layout, find seminar locations, identify refreshment stands, safety resources, and more.

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Event Marketing Marketing Marketing Social Media 148