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6 Tips for Keeping Attendees Tuned In During Your Online Events

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While event organizers are getting good at planning in-person, hybrid and online events, booking the right speakers and keeping attendees engaged are still some of the biggest challenges. With online events especially, attendees can get distracted by looking at their phones or trying to multitask during presentations.

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GMID 2023: Looking Towards the Future

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CST with a panel of industry leaders to discuss the most current trends and the effects they will have on the future of meetings. MPI’s Greater Midwest chapter is powering the Industry Xchange (IX) GDIM event in which a panel discussion will be held to discuss the changing workforce demographics and mentorship. is the topic at hand.

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From Matchmaking To Content Creation: How AI Is Revolutionizing Event Planning

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Using AI and Data To Make Your Next Event a Hit Build Communities With Intelligent Matchmaking Whether hosting an in-person event or going 100% online, your event needs to plan for social interactions. Automate Attendee Help and Communication Chatbots are all the rage for automated communication, especially for online events.

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How Customized Generational Engagement Can Benefit Meeting Profs

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Based on research done by HubSpot and Brandwatch, 57% percent of Gen Z attendees discover new things through social media, followed by 46% through YouTube ads and 42% searching the internet. Save everything else for online. You need to plan activities at your events that can only be done in person,” Holsinger continued.

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What is Stopping International Attendees from Returning to U.S. Conferences?

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Read More : How to Cultivate a State of Play at Events Asia Himeji, Japan, at Himeji Castle All eyes were on the Asia panel as gateway cities in particular were eager to hear when China visitors would be returning in pre-pandemic numbers. They are looking for immersive, unique cultural experiences.

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Six Effective Tips To Improve Audience Engagement At Live Events

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If you can get your ordinary attendee asking questions, sharing his experience on social media and having a great time your event is a success. Basic information they can find online. Q&A session or moderating a panel is a great way to do it. Social media worthy location can be a hit by itself!

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Spotlighting Trust in 2024

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In a world where trustworthiness is becoming increasingly rare online, face-to-face interactions are even more important, one reader wrote. Hence the rise of greenwashing, fake speakers to make a panel seem diverse when it’s not, etc. And rightfully so, in my opinion. I know this is not a very original thought, but I have to say it.