Smart Meetings

JANUARY 7, 2019

Rounding out the top three challenges: working with a tighter budget and locking down sponsors. Though nearly half denied using it, and a small 21 percent found it to be an ineffective method, experts say SEO is undeniably important when increasing your event’s visibility through online key words. Technology Reigns Supreme.

Social Media 225

Social Media SEO Planner Sustainability 225

Smart Meetings

AUGUST 3, 2021

Expos are a place for attendees to meet with vendors, which allows them to be able to see and touch new products. Another client said, “Ticket sales used to cover the venue and speakers, but the profit came from sponsors. But what planners neglected to consider in the equation was the vital human connection.

Remote 278

Remote Speakers B2C Sponsors 278

Endless Events

OCTOBER 24, 2018

So what I want to do is talk to you a little bit how you can save money when it comes to that hotel wifi and for your events and how you can get by making sure you’re getting exactly what you need for the right price and that you’re not forced, again, into any conversations where you have to choose one vendor just to save $30,000, right?

Vendor 222

Vendor Trade Show Venue Conference 222

Social Tables

JULY 31, 2018

This team will get deep into the details in order to plan every piece — from searching for venues to working with vendors and sponsors. At a granular level, their focus will be on confirming vendors (food and beverage, lighting, A/V), working closely with the venue, and creating a production schedule for the event.

Sponsors 149

Sponsors Logistics Vendor Events 149

Social Tables

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Which corporate sponsors do you need to participate? 20 fundraising event ideas that draw donors Before committing any fundraising event dates to the calendar, take stock of your current supporters, corporate sponsors, and major donors. Highlight local sponsors, donors, and participating organizations. 10%-20% or more?

Organization 78

Organization Social Media Sponsors Events 78

Social Tables

JUNE 22, 2022

Select an impressive special event venue for the gala, book thrilling entertainment, and include a silent auction to drive additional funds. Book entertainment, choose an appealing event venue, and advertise event tickets throughout the region. . Sponsored by Northwestern Memorial Hospital and organized by DeKalb Corn Fest Inc.,

Events 147

Events Promotion Seminar Sponsors 147

Eventtia

APRIL 18, 2022

You’ll have more options, whether it’s the venue, speakers, date/time, and you’ll also have more time to promote the event and to deal with any issues that may come up. For in-person events) secure your venue. Create a shortlist of potential venue. Negotiate details with the venue. Venue manager.

Sponsors 62

Sponsors Social Media Registration Events 62

Eventtia

JUNE 8, 2023

Simply put, no matter how good your venue, speakers or entertainment are, failure to get the basics factors right, such as budgeting and logistics, means that you could expose yourself to potentially unforeseen challenges. Do you need to find sponsors? Finding venues (or online event platforms), vendors, speakers, sponsors, etc.

Management 109

Management Logistics Events Speakers 109

Endless Events

MARCH 17, 2020

And you might know Adam as the co-founder and editor of the event industry’s global online magazine, Event Industry News. That enables fewer impacts from those items coming from the inbound point to the venue. “ We’ve been very aware of other suppliers, organizers, venues doing sustainable things.

Sustainability 267

Sustainability Events Venue Platform 267

Bizzaboo

AUGUST 3, 2023

of organizers say they have changed or plan to change their event management software vendor within the next year ( Bizzabo , 2023) 72.5% Be sure to ask the vendor to walk you through an in-person conference registration setup to see what it looks like from start to finish. Are there options to promote sponsors and exhibitors?

Management 98

Management Registration Vendor Event Apps 98

Bizzaboo

OCTOBER 18, 2023

of organizers say they have changed or plan to change their event management software vendor within the next year 72.5% Digital Venue In the age of virtual and hybrid events, teams still need to deliver unique and engaging experiences. Consider these findings from our State of in-person B2B conferences report : 68.9%

Management 110

Management Sponsors Registration Speakers 110

Bizzaboo

OCTOBER 11, 2023

of organizers say they have changed or plan to change their event management software vendor within the next year 72.5% You may opt for small, in-person satellite events to cut down on travel costs and venue rentals, or you may opt for a hybrid experience with only VIPs attending onsite.

Event Technology 105

Event Technology Technology Technology Registration 105

Endless Events

AUGUST 15, 2018

As for event photography, consider how the on-stage branding will appear online – whether in official event photography, or those taken by attendees and posted to social channels. Remember, this applies to the branding of event sponsors as well. Another one of your goals will of, course, be to keep it on budget.

Conference 391

Conference Vendor Production Speakers 391

Social Tables

JULY 31, 2018

This team will get deep into the details in order to plan every piece — from searching for venues to working with vendors and sponsors. At a granular level, their focus will be on confirming vendors (food and beverage, lighting, A/V), working closely with the venue, and creating a production schedule for the event.

Sponsors 97

Sponsors Logistics Vendor Events 97

Eventtia

JUNE 2, 2023

An event, as we know, can involve many different moving parts, so by planning early, you’ll get more options for different elements of the event: venue options, speakers/talents options, sponsorship options, marketing options, and so on. Even for smaller events, aim for at least one month in advance to plan the event.

Organization 91

Organization Social Media Insurance Events 91

ITA Group

JANUARY 28, 2022

Vendor and speaker coordination. Proprietary self-service online booking tool (integrated with registration) . Our global buying power mitigates risk with better contract terms, generates cost savings, and saves you time negotiating with hotels and venues. Venue sourcing and contracting. Vendor management.

Management 52

Management Automotive Contracts Contracts 52

Bizzaboo

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

of their marketing program budget to hosted and sponsored events. . Event engagement tools : mobile apps, virtual venue, in-session polls, Q&As, chat channels, virtual applause and reactions, cross-device accessibility, social media integrations, and more. Also, don’t forget the virtual venue and event app!

Event Technology 98

Event Technology Technology Technology Registration 98

Eventtia

MARCH 14, 2022

So, in a virtual event, there are two types of attendees available: the in-person attendees who physically attend the event on the venue, and the virtual audience, who will ‘only’ attend the event online, typically via a live stream. In-Person Event: Still The Best Experience. Virtual Event: Lower Cost and Broader Reach.

Benefits 62

Benefits Virtual Events Sponsors Events 62

Bizzaboo

JUNE 15, 2022

That way, folks can attend in person if they’re able, and everyone else can participate online. You’ll also want to ensure the physical venue you choose is ADA-compliant and accessible via public transportation. Consider sponsors and vendors. If you pick an out-of-the-way place, you may alienate many users.

Conference 78

Conference Prospect Events Vendor 78

Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 7, 2018

Big events are usually associated with connectivity and being online, but there are ones that would benefit from having as little of this as possible. Find the Right Venues and Spaces with These Tools. Bizzabo lists four tools that bring dozens of possible venues straight to your fingertips. Go Unplugged at Your Next Event.

Trade Show 159

Trade Show Technology Technology Events 159

Traveler's Q

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Some best practices to keep in mind include leveraging social media to build buzz around your event, partnering with relevant influencers and sponsors, creating compelling content that engages your audience, and conducting timely market research. The website should include the event details such as date, time, venue, and registration link.

Social Media 130

Social Media Promotion Media Marketing 130

Conferences that Work

NOVEMBER 13, 2022

The solution: provide (sponsor branded?) Then improve your meeting by documenting, promoting, and encouraging people to use your venue’s quiet spaces. 3—Frame exemplary interaction between sponsors/exhibitors, and attendees. Sponsors and exhibitors want to meet potential new customers and strengthen existing relationships.

Communications 62

Communications Communications Meeting Sponsors 62

Eventtia

JANUARY 11, 2022

A live event, as we know, is an event hosted in a physical venue with in-person attendance. A virtual event, on the other hand, is an event hosted exclusively online to online attendees, typically with the help of a virtual event platform. Meaning, you’ll have better chances of securing good sponsors. Keynote session?

Management 62

Management Rehearsal Virtual Events Events 62

Eventtia

OCTOBER 9, 2023

What should you do when the venue you’ve booked becomes unavailable? For online events, choose a robust virtual event management platform. For hybrid events or solely online happenings, select and test a virtual platform in advance. Here’s how to structure your budget considerations: Allocate funds for venue and infrastructure.

Event Planning 88

Event Planning Retail Registration Events 88

Bizzaboo

MARCH 26, 2020

Some organizers have had to postpone their events others have decided to take theirs online with a virtual solution , others yet have had to make the very tough decision of outright cancelling their events. Being a non-profit, the event especially relies on sponsors to make their event possible.

Sponsors 82

Sponsors Events Vendor Registration 82

Bizzaboo

MAY 1, 2023

Miss an important detail, and you could jeopardize the entire event and risk upsetting clients, vendors, sponsors, speakers, and other attendees. Provide registrants and potential attendees with information about the venue, accommodations, and transportation. Confirm attendance with sponsors and partners.

Event Planning 52

Event Planning Conference Marketing Marketing 52

Convene by PCMA

JULY 7, 2022

Venues bring so much variety and diversity to communities and I love having the chance every day to dazzle and create special moments for guests and clients,” said Kerry Painter, director/GM of the Raleigh Convention + Performing Arts Complex in Raleigh, North Carolina. More attendance isn’t necessarily more profitable to a vendor or sponsor.

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Venue Vendor Trade Show 52

Convene by PCMA

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Full results of the survey will be published in the upcoming December issue of Convene and soon online. Often I book a venue sight unseen and usually don’t go onsite for smaller meetings.” Here’s a taste of what they had to say — the good, the bad, and the ugly. What would you change about your job?

Contracts 59

Contracts Contracts Events Logistics 59

Endless Events

DECEMBER 4, 2018

Are we choosing sponsors that match our value? If you are considering adding workshops to your events, keep in mind to choose the appropriate venue that allows people to move freely to facilitate interaction. Of course, the venue itself can make or break a bleisure event. Do our speakers and influencers reflect our brand well?

Trends 335

Trends Events Sustainability Attendee 335

Eventtia

DECEMBER 30, 2022

In today’s very dynamic digital world, however, we can no longer rely on just one marketing tactic or channel to spread the word, and instead, it’s about integrating the various channels, both online and offline, in a coordinated effort to achieve our marketing goal. Link to your website/event page to encourage online registration.

Social Media 91

Social Media Promotion Media Registration 91

Convene by PCMA

AUGUST 25, 2021

Project managing their organization’s first-ever virtual conference was a significant accomplishment in itself for this planner, but the end result was even more meaningful: The online event helped 7,000 acute and critical care nurse attendees “who are severely burned out and many are on the verge of leaving this industry.”

Virtual Events 98

Virtual Events Contracts Contracts Trade Show 98

Bizzaboo

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

In the virtual world, your digital environment is your venue, so using these tools is an important part of creating a great event and an engaging experience. Are you trying to address inclusion and accessibility needs for online or hybrid events and webinars? Bizzabo: Software To Create a Virtual Environment and Venue.

Virtual Events 98

Virtual Events Events Platform Audience 98

Social Tables

AUGUST 18, 2022

Book multiple local food trucks and other mobile vendors for the event, giving residents a variety of cuisines to try. Pro tip: Request donations from local businesses in exchange for sponsor marketing at the event or future promotional opportunities. Host CPR classes on the property or at a nearby venue. Food truck rodeo.

Events 145

Events Preparation Social Media Entertainment 145

Bizzaboo

OCTOBER 16, 2023

It provides financial control, sets realistic expectations, facilitates resource allocation, mitigates risks, enhances vendor negotiations, allows for progress tracking, and helps in post-event evaluation. Venue costs, material costs, and labor costs have all inflated dramatically since the return from lockdown.

B2B 52

B2B Speakers Sustainability Events 52

Bizzaboo

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

Food service and other vendors. Venue rental fees. A branded, in-app event experience can increase brand equity, drive attendee engagement, grow your event community, and help sponsors engage with their audience more effectively. Want to encourage networking and contact sharing between attendees and sponsors?

Social Media 98

Social Media Registration Sponsors Events 98

Eventtia

MAY 9, 2022

A virtual-only event is also easier and more affordable to host: you don’t need to rent a venue (which is often a substantial cost in hosting an in-person event), as well as worrying about costs related to the physical venue like catering, security arrangements, transportation, and so on. Flexibility.

Virtual Events 62

Virtual Events Events Platform Speakers 62

Alcor Mice

APRIL 24, 2021

Conferences: Conferences are more complex events involving multiple speakers and might go on for a few days and across several different venues. It is essentially a corporate sponsored meeting or trip to reward people who meet or exceed company sales and/or production goals. COMMUNITY EVENTS.

Seminar 52

Seminar B2C Incentives Events 52