Convene by PCMA

MAY 19, 2023

If event marketers want their message to resonate with attendees, they must speak the language of event goers — not the other way around. Jargon is pervasive in marketing — and event marketing is no exception. Words Matter Cautioning against the pitfalls of “inside baseball” terms in marketing copy is nothing new at mdg.

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Convene by PCMA

OCTOBER 9, 2023

With more attendees registering later for events, the two-month period right before the event has become the make-it-or-break-it point for marketers. All of this means that the two-month period right before an event has become the make-it-or-break-it point for marketers. This is where the power of data science comes in.

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Convene by PCMA

OCTOBER 31, 2022

Baker attendance at the International Baking Industry Exposition 2022 rose 25 percent compared to IBIE 2019, thanks in large part to a clever marketing campaign showcasing baked goods in unexpected situations. As such, a dedicated team of international marketers, a healthy budget, and a sustained strategic approach were directed at this goal.

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Convene by PCMA

JULY 21, 2023

But that doesn’t mean markets, messages, and promotional approaches should be the same as they were four years ago. As a result, the markets organizers are prioritizing and how they’re reaching audiences are changing. Build out an ecosystem of in-market multipliers.

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Convene by PCMA

DECEMBER 4, 2023

If you haven’t added influencer marketing — a collaboration between popular social-media users and brands to promote brands’ products or services — into your event marketing mix yet, consider these five reasons to do so. Influencer marketing enables you to: Reach younger audiences. Add a voice on non-active channels.

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Stova

JUNE 30, 2023

While organizing a remarkable event is essential, effective marketing strategies play a vital role in maximizing attendance and creating buzz around your event. This blog post will explore several key marketing strategies that event professionals can leverage to boost event registration and make their events truly remarkable.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 1, 2019

Smart Meetings contacted Sharlet Brennan, a content marketing consultant and president of Brennan Communications, for tips on how to leverage all that traffic for events. She shared that most event professionals use social media for marketing, but are not completely utilizing the advantages each platform. Risk Management. Hashtagging.

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Travel Daily Media

JULY 15, 2019

The post PATA expands knowledge of the outbound Chinese MICE market appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. The aim of the workshop was to deliver a deeper understanding of the Chinese market and provide our participants the practical tools and skills to increase their share of this highly lucrative segment.”.

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Motivation Excellence

JANUARY 26, 2019

They do diligent research in order to create effective marketing campaigns. This allows them to break into new markets, establish a presence, and become a go-to source for customers. An effective promotional campaign driven by a rock-solid marketing communications strategy helps make this connection.

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Eventtia

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

Creating positive press coverage is one of the best ways to build public awareness and enhance your brand reputation. Where advertising works to get your brand known, public relations (PR) tells your brand story, shaping public perception. PR is a vital part of event promotion. Promote your event on social media.

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Convene by PCMA

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Yes to all of the above, according to Kimberly Hardcastle-Geddes, CEM, president of the marketing and public relations firm, mdg, who offered 20 real-world examples of personalization in her presentation, “ Facilitating Curated Event Experiences: How Thinking Small Delivers Big Returns ,” at Convening Leaders 2024.

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DCI

JULY 14, 2022

While that’s good news for meeting planners, it’s a sign that destination marketing organizations and CVBs need to get back to work attracting the media actors who can tout the benefits of their convention centers and hotels to decision makers. David Swanson is a freelancer who covers the events industry for publications including .

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Convene by PCMA

AUGUST 16, 2021

This isn’t the year to be aggressive with your international marketing efforts but to be agile and informed. As vaccination rates continue to rise across many European markets, you’ll gain credibility by continuing to deliver general show updates, best practices for travel, and useful industry content. Ride the Tide.

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Convene by PCMA

JUNE 18, 2022

One way to market a destination is by highlighting such attractions as its theater, dining, or music scenes. When it comes to event marketing, it’s always been not just who and what that matters, but where — and since the pandemic, the destination plays an even larger role in attracting an audience. Think Creatively about Partnerships.

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DCI

JANUARY 27, 2022

The “most wanted” media targets for destination marketing organizations often include the same travel-oriented titles… Afar , Condé Nast Traveler and Travel+Leisure. Dedicated travel publications aren’t going anywhere, unless you’re an inflight magazine. . Luxury Lifestyle. It doesn’t have to be all high-end either.

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Solimar International

MAY 8, 2022

Virginia is an unique US state who has nailed their tourism marketing messaging. I received a degree in Communication with a focus in Public Relations from Virginia Tech. I received a minor in Hospitality and Tourism which is how I learned about tourism management and destination marketing organizations. Read more below.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 27, 2021

Caleb Sullivan , sales and marketing manager, Jackson County Tourism Development Authority : Developing my career during Covid taught me the importance of patience, flexibility, and resilience—three key lessons that will contribute to our future success. In doing so, we surpassed our expectations.

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Bizzaboo

JANUARY 10, 2024

Looking for an event or experiential marketing agency in 2024? of event organizers believe that events are the most critical marketing channel for achieving business goals, and 75.9% Although many brands have already started building in-house event marketing teams, many more haven’t. Submit it here.

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Social Tables

JULY 31, 2018

The marketing team will focus on event promotion , communicating with attendees and donors, and generating buzz around the big day or night. Pro tip: While not a requirement, we’ve seen great success in recruiting committee members that already hold a full-time role in marketing or public relations.

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DCI

JULY 19, 2021

Dariel Curren , Executive Vice President at DCI , recently spoke with The Place Brand Observer about how DMOs and EDOs can work together to attract talent to cities, states and countries, trends that will likely impact the work of destination leaders in the years ahead, overtourism, and much more.

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Social Tables

JULY 31, 2018

Marketing The marketing team will focus on event promotion , communicating with attendees and donors, and generating buzz around the big day or night. Pro tip: While not a requirement, we’ve seen great success in recruiting committee members that already hold a full-time role in marketing or public relations.

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Convene by PCMA

JANUARY 19, 2023

With the return of in-person trade shows and conferences, event marketers got back to doing what they love — bringing people together for inspiring, educational, and productive experiences. Here’s how mdg professionals resolve to renew their approach to digital marketing, branding, messaging, and more.

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Convene by PCMA

DECEMBER 7, 2021

Throughout the disruptions brought on by COVID-19, event marketers have not only persevered but learned some important lessons along the way. It might not have been easy, but it helped me expand my skills and made me a stronger marketer. “I 1.” — Anjia Nicolaidis, director of international marketing.

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Convene by PCMA

OCTOBER 22, 2021

When it comes to going green, most event marketers start with the obvious solutions — trading print promotions for digital or finding alternatives to single-use plastics. How can we promote sustainable practices on the show floor that live on beyond the event and positively impact the communities and industries we serve?

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Convene by PCMA

MARCH 16, 2022

A quality website that provides your audience with key attributes that bring them back often will serve another function: marketing your events. That includes the hidden metadata that teach platforms like Facebook and Google how to read, segment, and promote your site’s pages. Your website is for everyone.

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Convene by PCMA

AUGUST 22, 2022

Event marketers looking to grow their databases, build awareness, keep audiences engaged, and ultimately increase attendance should consider the following top-of-funnel ideas for creating and optimizing content. Leverage On-site Trends. 2 More: Turn Your Attendees Into Marketers. Christine Johnson.

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Crowdriff

MARCH 26, 2018

While the Denver Art Museum has always made an effort to maintain a close connection to its visitors, that effort got a lot simpler last year, according to Robb, when the institution began using CrowdRiff in both its marketing and communications strategies. So we can use those photos to promote the next one.”.

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Convene by PCMA

APRIL 20, 2023

Currently, many event organizers are using online data from attendees to market in an individualized way. The following technologies are related to Web 3.0, BASE TECHNOLOGY: Artificial Intelligence (AI) Event marketers are already reaping the benefits of using AI software. perhaps doing so in exchange for NFTs.

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