ADMEI

MARCH 20, 2024

This year’s conference successfully attracted the highest attendance that ADMEI has seen in years with nearly 250 in attendance , from sponsors and exhibitors to speakers and attendees, including 91 first-time attendees. We left inspired by meaningful connections and equipped with industry best practices.

Conference 239

Conference Destination Management Trends Consulting 239

Smart Meetings

AUGUST 3, 2021

While a handful of deeply digital-oriented companies are pulling off hybrid events, speaker agencies surveyed in the United States, Canada, Australia and the United Kingdom report booking speakers for hybrid events only 5 percent to 10 percent of the time. We can also secure bigger speakers for less money as they don’t have to travel.”

Remote 279

Remote Speakers B2C Virtual Events 279

Endless Events

MAY 1, 2020

Because everyone involved in the experience – you, the attendees, the speakers, the entertainment – will be attending the event remotely. But while it’s easier for planners to have control over their own connection and train the speakers in the same sense, it’s not quite as easy on the attendee side.

Virtual Events 312

Virtual Events Sponsors Audience Speakers 312

Smart Meetings

JUNE 28, 2022

Do you need to account for company or sponsor logos? Will you have any featured speakers? Think through how you want to display your speakers, whether they are serving in the keynote, breakout, or support role. Should those speakers be linked to any sessions? Will attendees need an opportunity to interact with sponsors?

Technology 264

Technology Technology Event Apps Social Media 264

MeetingsNet

MARCH 4, 2020

A planner's best tactic to get speaker ideas might just be reaching out to colleagues and contacts. In a survey released this year by Jay Baer, SpeakInc, and Michelle Joyce Speakers, planners were asked how they chose speakers. Planners said word of mouth was key.

Speakers 64

Speakers Vendor Sponsors Advertising 64

Smart Meetings

MAY 17, 2021

So, how can marketers create impactful hybrid events that resonate with physical and virtual attendees while delivering ROI for hosts, sponsors and exhibitors? Consider speakers for your hybrid event. With this in mind, consider invitation-only status to influential attendees and speakers for the in-person portion of the event.

Production 291

Production Marketing Marketing Sponsors 291

Endless Events

MAY 27, 2020

Is it even possible to entice sponsors within this paradigm? On the contrary, the online world has the potential to offer even more reasons for a sponsor to want to work with you on a virtual event. If you’re in it for the financial perks, sponsors need to get their money’s worth one way or another. But where to begin?

Virtual Events 279

Virtual Events Sponsors Social Media Events 279

Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

In the app, participants build their schedules, check in to sessions, complete surveys and connect with speakers, sponsors and one another. To manage the team communication necessary to execute a great event, Dolecki develops a staff playbook.

Preparation 246

Preparation Certification Sponsors Education 246

Endless Events

MAY 18, 2020

Virtual events are one solution to the problem, but sponsors are rarely willing to pay the same rates for virtual events as they do for in-person events. So you need new revenue streams and new opportunities for your sponsors! Podcasting can be a new place to give value to your sponsors, year-round. Seek Out Sponsors.

Sponsors 367

Sponsors Publishing Virtual Events Audience 367

Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 11, 2022

Event technology company CadmiumCD built lead retrieval into its conference website technology, allowing attendee-to-attendee networking, downloading of speaker presentations and badge scanning using an existing Android or iOS phone. Organizer/Sponsor Benefits. Read More : IMEX22 Welcomed Record Number of Attendees. Attendee Benefits.

Sponsors 246

Sponsors Registration Technology Technology 246

Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

The venue was perfect and the speakers top-notch. Speakers want to present remotely, and attendees and sponsors are starting to drop off. What if travel policies change, and speakers, attendees and sponsors start to cancel? What if you and your audience and speakers lack experience with hybrid events?

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Speakers Audience Registration Attendee 246

Endless Events

APRIL 28, 2020

As a matter of fact, speakers are such an important part of virtual events, we strongly recommend you choose people with previous remote experience. 6 Wrong Sponsors. But one of the biggest virtual event mistakes lies in the choice of sponsors. Sponsorships will stay alive and well in virtual events. 8 Not Rehearsing. . #

Virtual Events 349

Virtual Events Rehearsal Sponsors Events 349

Endless Events

MARCH 10, 2020

What we found is that it really does us no good to source the speakers more than six months out because something will come up then they’re not able to do it. I would say it takes about two hours per speaker that you have. Even as simple as telling our webinar speakers, okay, you have to turn your camera on.

Virtual Events 398

Virtual Events Speakers Rehearsal Events 398

Endless Events

JULY 6, 2020

More specifically, the speakers you’ll have at your event. Leverage Your Sponsors. Much like your virtual speakers, the sponsors of your virtual event are important stakeholders. The more qualified people they have in the audience, the more benefit they get out of sponsoring your event, right?

Virtual Events 307

Virtual Events Event Marketing Marketing Marketing 307

Endless Events

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

They give us concrete advice on building out backup plans and communicating with attendees, sponsors, and exhibitors. ” Disruption-Proof Events For Sponsors & Exhibitors. ” In his opinion, sponsors would more readily invest in disruption-proof events. Let’s get brewing! The core people come no matter what.”

Sponsors 317

Sponsors Events Public Relations Communications 317

Endless Events

APRIL 9, 2021

What does your sponsor forecast look like? Did you have sponsors in your previous event? On the contrary, plenty of sponsors can get a lot more out of digital experiences than live ones. Includes everything from Google ads to vendor and sponsor associated costs. Equipment: Speakers, cameras, microphones, staging.

Virtual Events 334

Virtual Events Sponsors Rehearsal Events 334

Social Tables

OCTOBER 21, 2016

Applying for sponsorship is just the first step; after that comes nurturing and cultivating the relationship so you have a sponsor that you can work with long-term and for subsequent projects. How and where the sponsoring company will be promoted. That is, whatever the sponsor is asking for in return, give that and then some.

Sponsors 119

Sponsors Proposal Events Promotion 119

Smart Meetings

AUGUST 11, 2023

It features transitions, well-rehearsed speakers and is short enough to keep people engaged. Read More: State of Virtual Meeting Tools Attendees gather in an event space and meet sponsors, speakers and network with their community. The company has its pick of speakers, as well.

Virtual Events 245

Virtual Events Platform Rehearsal Speakers 245

Traveler's Q

DECEMBER 14, 2023

These can include behind-the-scenes looks at the planning process, interviews with speakers or performers, or informative pieces about the topic of your event. This not only creates valuable content for potential attendees but also gives them a chance to hear from speakers or performers in advance, generating excitement and interest.

Website 130

Website Online Social Media Promotion 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. You can get the host or speaker to do a show of hands, or ask people to use your hashtag to send questions.

Meeting 348

Meeting Sponsors Audience Events 348

Endless Events

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

For example, planners can aim to improve networking opportunities , sponsor and exhibitor engagement , session attendance , or brand recognition. You can also use gamified challenges to highlight your sponsors or show your audience what matters to you. Gamification should help planners achieve their event goals.

Platform 317

Platform Sponsors Events Social Media 317

Traveler's Q

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

With features such as event agendas, venue maps, speaker bios, and attendee networking, mobile apps enhance the overall event experience. It can also provide a valuable opportunity for sponsors and partners to reach a wider audience, as well as generate post-event content.

Event Technology 130

Event Technology Technology Technology Social Media 130

Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

You can see: The rating of each session on a scale of 1 to 5, How many attended the session, How many left the session halfway through, Sessions and speakers with the highest attendance levels, Which sessions sparked the most engagement (hands raised, Q&As, polls), How many times do attendees replay each session? GIVE VALUE TO EXHIBITORS.

Benefits 303

Benefits Attendee Registration Audience 303

Smart Meetings

AUGUST 17, 2021

As we walked through Petco Park, with the intention of using the seating bowl for the keynote speaker, Andrea realized it would be a memorable location for the entire show. One way in and out, which provided max safety and visibility for sponsors. Ballpark jumbotron for speaker and branding. We got lucky. 2-day show.

Sponsors 290

Sponsors Venue Registration Trade Show 290

Endless Events

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

It’s hard for the speaker to monitor the chat and answer Q&As while presenting. Rather than being active participants, they just sit and listen to your virtual speaker. There are several ways to promote your brand at virtual events on Zoom: you can create branded virtual backgrounds or have the speaker mention it.

Platform 348

Platform Benefits Virtual Events Registration 348

Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Last-minute Changes Permitting last-minute slide changes by speakers can lead to unnecessary stress and disorganization. This timeline ensures both the production team and speakers are adequately prepared, contributing to a smooth event flow. This approach will help maintain focus and efficiency in communication.

Communications 246

Communications Communications Rehearsal Preparation 246

Travel Daily News

JANUARY 9, 2023

6th Annual [CLIC] to be Held on March 1 &2 at Westin South Coast Plaza.

Sponsors 70

Sponsors Speakers Conference Events 70

Endless Events

MAY 22, 2020

This platform is the place through which you, your attendees, your speakers, the sponsors, and the entertainment will connect. Things like breakout rooms, small meetings, sponsor activations, and entertainment are still possible. It can train your speakers and arm them with best practices. Lighting experts?

Virtual Events 317

Virtual Events Platform Production Events 317

Endless Events

MARCH 21, 2022

Also, it’s very easy to please your sponsors with the tools that they give you.” Managing speakers, volunteers, and attendees, while on a tight schedule. And the best show for our attendees, partners, and sponsors.” Presentation mode is more of a production style where you’ve got a speaker on stage.

Platform 347

Platform Meeting Virtual Events Events 347

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. Scheduled Speakers A successful event website must have a dedicated section for scheduled speakers.

Website 130

Website Online Social Media Registration 130

Smart Meetings

APRIL 14, 2022

Customers, sponsors, and exhibitors are demanding a different value proposition. Plus visitors and speakers want a different way to engage with the event.”. Giberti advises that “business models for trade shows will dramatically need to change to offer a value proposition to their sponsors and customers in the future.”.

Trade Show 246

Trade Show Virtual Events Sponsors Events 246

Endless Events

MARCH 18, 2022

Instead, they can host a community throughout the year , which in turn boosts engagement levels , consistently exposes captive audiences to sponsors, and more. They can prompt attendees to rate a certain session, a speaker, and even gamify the process and reward attendees for their participation.

Platform 276

Platform Event Apps Events Event Technology 276

Bizzaboo

MARCH 19, 2024

These platforms provide native capabilities to engage and communicate with prospective attendees, registrants, and sponsors, manage logistics, deliver content, and enable attendees to engage with other participants.”

Event Technology 116

Event Technology Platform Technology Technology 116

Endless Events

MARCH 25, 2020

Do you just want a speaker talking to the audience? Find Speakers. The speakers are one of the most important parts of the show. Ask your speakers and influencers to post on their social channels about your event. Finally, send thank you notes to sponsors, speakers, donors, media, and partners. 2 Months Out.

Virtual Events 340

Virtual Events Event Planning Speakers Events 340

Endless Events

APRIL 19, 2021

Hybrid events offer the opportunity to expand an event’s reach, engagement, and return on investment for speakers, exhibitors, and sponsors. On the other hand, spokes will enable smaller groups of attendees, speakers, exhibitors, and staff to convene. Most speakers presented live across four main stages (…).

Events 284

Events Venue Speakers Remote 284

The MICE Blog

JANUARY 15, 2024

Fast forward to 2023, and START Summit attracted over 6,000 participants and featured 150+ speakers. While the students don’t need hotel rooms for the most part, room allocation goes to speakers, sponsors and other guests who attend START Summit. Gallen There are about 1,500 rooms in the city of St.

Conference 265

Conference Advertising Speakers Communications 265

Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

“When you think of an in-person event, you think about who’s on the stage, who’s behind the stage, who is helping mic up the speaker, who’s helping make sure the attendees get into the room … There’s a ton of logistics on-site when you’re helping attendees there. Our sponsors love it.

Virtual Events 317

Virtual Events Production Speakers Events 317