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How Two Virtual Meetings Added Meaning to their Gatherings

Smart Meetings

If you think popping into a succession of boring Zoom calls makes you an expert on virtual meetings , it’s time to think again. Every year, Smart Meeting profiles top event professionals as part of an annual Planner of the Year feature designed to recognize and inspire innovation and excellence. Meet the 2020 Planners of the Year.

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Tackling In-person Events as a Team at nSight 2022

Smart Meetings

In early July, financial technology company nCino made an explosive return to in-person events in collaboration with The Special Event Company (TSEC). The ninth nSight conference was held in Raleigh, North Carolina, an up-and-coming technology hub between three major universities. Value your vendor relationships.”

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17 Common Event Planning Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Social Tables

Before we dig deeper into the discussion of individual errors, here are some big-picture strategies to help you avoid common event planning mistakes: Keep up with event planning trends and technological developments to stay ahead of the competition. Complete a run through of the event, start-to-finish, multiple times prior to the event date.

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Put on Spectacular Drone Light Shows During Corporate Events and Incentive Trips

Gavel International

This high-technology alternative allows precise control and versatility and is growing in popularity. Taking advantage of recent advancements in technology, drone light shows have become a breathtaking addition to these occasions, offering memorable experiences. This informative guide is a great starting point.

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Contingency Plans Save the Day for Events, Again and Again

Smart Meetings

Read More: 4 Contingency Planning Scenarios You Need to Prepare For Today Meeting Planners Plan Ahead Lisa Miller, VP of Event and Trade Show Production at Hargrove Hargrove made up the event production team for this year’s WCF. Smart Meetings spoke with Vice President of Event and Trade Show Production at Hargrove, Lisa Miller.

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Your 2021 Virtual Event Budget Checklist!

Endless Events

Truth is, a digital experience can cost anywhere from $3,000 to $300,000, and even reach seven figures depending on several aspects, from the technology employed to how much labor is necessary to get things going. Includes everything from Google ads to vendor and sponsor associated costs. Well, there’s no straight answer.

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The 15 Biggest Event AV Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Endless Events

Your AV company should be one of the first vendors you hire. The worst thing you can do is assume every vendor and event staff are ready for your event. Two weeks before the event, have a meeting with everyone and discuss the expectations and what is required before, during, and after the event. Planning an event?

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