Smart Meetings

JULY 6, 2022

There’s no doubt that the global Covid-19 pandemic shook up the industry and left event professionals wondering what the future would hold. But as we begin to inch ever closer to a new normal, it’s clear that meetings are making a comeback in 2022—with a few changes of course.

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Endless Events

JANUARY 25, 2021

This chunk of the 2021 event trends guide paints an accurate picture of the COVID-19 pandemic’s effect. How many people planned a virtual event last year? And what are their thoughts on the future of events? What will these events look like from here on? How many will do so in the upcoming months?

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Social Tables

MAY 13, 2022

Even as in-person events return, many businesses and event planners plan to keep the virtual event trend alive. With virtual and hybrid events becoming a standard part of industry operations, event planners and organizers are on the hunt for virtual event engagement ideas that will keep audiences invested.

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Endless Events

DECEMBER 6, 2021

As listeners of the Event Tech Podcast already know, choosing the right event platform is one of the most important decisions event planners can make for their long-term event strategy. Last week, the Endless Events team published the list of the 22 best event platforms to use in 2022.

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Endless Events

MAY 20, 2022

Let’s talk about one of the most dreaded subjects in the events industry: the hybrid event budget. As an amalgamation of in-person and virtual events, hybrid events are complex, versatile, and hard to budget for. Events are unpredictable as it is; hybrid events are even more so.

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Endless Events

JANUARY 28, 2022

Event trends 2022 are here and let us tell you, it’s an exciting year for event planners who dare to dream big. Those who’ve read our guide to event trends in 2022 already know how which hybrid event models hold the most promise and the role of event technology moving forward.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

Now, here you are in 2021 adding another cog in the wheel as you are tasked with writing a blended RFP for your upcoming event that will most likely include a hybrid plan for 2022. Planning a Live and Full Virtual Meeting. You can double the registration income. So, what do you need to know and include? Tina Luppino.

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Social Tables

APRIL 20, 2022

From design through debrief, we’ve got you covered with the event technology trends you need to know for success. Discover top event technology trends for planners and venues alike: 1. Through the rise of virtual events , planners have been able to extend their reach and scale their events to a wider audience.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 31, 2022

For sure, there are a significant percentage of meeting attendees that can’t wait to participate in person; but organizers and planners found out during the first several months of 2022 that a sizable audience of previous attendees were more than happy to participate virtually. Pick the low-hanging fruit.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 30, 2024

This includes roles like event technology specialists, event registration specialists, meeting and event planners, event marketing roles, and marketing specialists. There is also a notable trend toward hiring locally for events, both internationally and within the destination country.

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The MICE Blog

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

There were so many excellent entries that it was hard to pick just one, but eventually we decided on SAP Sapphire 2022 in the Best Transformational Change category, and Siemens Energy Business Conference 2022 in Best Customer Experience – Live. Event: SAP Sapphire Author: Tim Porterfield – SAP Global Events.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 4, 2025

Why Sustainability Matters in Meeting & Event Marketing Sustainability has evolved from a nice-to-have feature to a critical decision factor for many organizations. According to a 2022 report by American Express Meetings & Events, 80% of event planners consider sustainability in their planning processes.

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Convene by PCMA

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

Here are other factors that make for the ideal virtual event, according to the new survey results. That was nearly identical to the percentage — 93 percent — who chose that response when Kenes Group, a Geneva, Switzerland–based professional conference organizer, surveyed HCP virtual-event attendees in 2020.

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Convene by PCMA

OCTOBER 4, 2021

That gave us a few months to really try to pull it together and make some decisions quickly on what that virtual event was going to look like.” The organization settled on a simulive event that was complimentary for attendees. For ISTH’s first virtual outing in 2020, “attendees were very forgiving,” Astorga said.

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Endless Events

MARCH 6, 2023

In 2022, the United States saw 1,774 data breaches. Cybersecurity for event planners is a recurring theme on the podcast because cyber threats are never-ending and are only getting more complex. asked, what steps would you give to a new event planner to help protect against cybersecurity threats for virtual events?

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Convene by PCMA

JUNE 27, 2022

Attendees listen to a session during PCMA EduCon 2022 in early June. Members of PCMA’s Catalyst community discussed the challenges of attracting attendees to their events. I’d like to get feedback from others who have held a meeting this year, or are close to holding one, to see how your events are doing.

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Bizzaboo

JUNE 20, 2022

Virtual events are still new. How do you build a virtual event pricing strategy? That’s why some virtual event planners offer downloadable activities to keep the kids busy. Attendees can multitask less and engage more deeply with the virtual event experience. Who should pay for what?

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Bizzaboo

APRIL 3, 2023

We’ve compiled a list of marketing and event statistics to inspire your event strategy or as fodder for your next event marketing presentation to get buy-in from key stakeholders. of events on Bizzabo’s platform were in-person. of events on Bizzabo’s platform were in-person.

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Social Tables

MAY 13, 2022

Even as in-person events return, many businesses and event planners plan to keep the virtual event trend alive. With virtual and hybrid events becoming a standard part of industry operations, event planners and organizers are on the hunt for virtual event engagement ideas that will keep audiences invested.

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Eventtia

JANUARY 15, 2025

Ill also share tips on choosing event software thats easy to use, along with real-life examples of how well-organized events can improve how people see your brand. By the end, youll (hopefully) feel more confident about planning events that leave a lasting impressionnot just because of the food, but because of your brand.

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Eventtia

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

Whether it’s a yoga session, interactive panel discussion or virtual conference, the popularity of virtual events has exploded and it’s paving the way for new forms of communication and collaboration. To help you get the most out of this, we’ve drawn up this short guide to answer all of your questions on virtual events.

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Convene by PCMA

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

Marketing and accessibility specialist Meryl Evans (right) speaks to a Convening Leaders 2022 audience about making events more inclusive and inviting for attendees with disabilities. Jacob Slaton Photography). Beki Winchel.

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Endless Events

JANUARY 18, 2022

It’s been nearly two years since event planners first witnessed mass event cancelations and scrambled to plan virtual events. Since then, we have seen the landscape of the events industry change dramatically. What we’re seeing now is an inclination to postpone an event rather than cancel it.”

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Bizzaboo

JULY 12, 2022

Starting this list off, we’d like to share some current data as of July 2022 based on Bizzabo customers: 2X increase in hybrid and in-person events over the last three months vs. the 3 months prior. More than 25% of in-person and hybrid events are paid vs. only 10% of virtual events. Virtual Event Statistics.

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Eventtia

JANUARY 11, 2022

It’s no secret that hybrid event has made it big throughout 2021, and is here to stay in 2022 and forward. Virtual events have grown to be really popular due to the global pandemic, initially being hosted as replacements for live in-person events that were canceled due to social distancing and quarantine policies.

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Convene by PCMA

NOVEMBER 5, 2021

The two-part CEMA webinar series, “Planning an Annual Conference in 2021, The Before & After,” reviewed what worked and what didn’t at Workiva’s Amplify virtual events. On-demand viewing for registrants was available for 30 days. Virtual blew up our stats,” Strehle said. The same thing with technology.”.

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Eventtia

DECEMBER 16, 2021

While hybrid events have been relatively popular in the past half-decade or so, it’s no secret that the COVID-19 global pandemic has further accelerated its popularity throughout 2020 and 2022. Both virtual events and in-person events have their own unique advantages, so how can we get the best of both worlds?

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Bizzaboo

DECEMBER 18, 2022

Dynamic Registration. In today’s age of hybrid events and virtual events , event organizers are offering all different kinds of event experiences. For example, some attendees might want to experience the event in person, while others might want to participate virtually. Audience Reactions.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 25, 2024

Between 2021 and 2022, I committed the error of typing the phrase “the future is hybrid” not once, but seven times and even titled an early 2023 story “ The Future is Hybrid-ish.” The delivery of the content virtually is its own thing and not just a watered-down version of the in-person version.” Time for a confession.

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Bizzaboo

MAY 24, 2023

That said, email marketing success is possible when you craft an email around a goal, such as generating event registrations or downloading a new piece of content. More than ever, event marketers are challenged to stand out. Take a look at these next-level event invitation email examples.

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Bizzaboo

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

Building on our range of onsite solutions for registration, check-in, and lead retrieval, Bizzabo’s SmartBadge — part of the Klik Experiential suite of solutions — empowers Event Experience Leaders to deliver enhanced experiences for attendees and exhibitors while capturing insightful behavioral data.

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Social Tables

JUNE 8, 2022

Retention measures how long individuals are viewing your content or are active in your virtual event room. If you notice a gradual decline during your event, audience members likely became less engaged over time. A sudden decline in audience retention could indicate that attendees disliked event content. . Download rates.

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Eventtia

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

If you are an event planner or a business seeking to generate revenue and turn a profit from your events, you’ve come to the right place. Paid or Free Event? The Advantages of Monetizing Your Event. A relatively low attendance rate despite a high number of registrants is a common issue in free events.

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Bizzaboo

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

People shouldn’t have to click several times or conduct a Google search to understand what your event is all about. Flexera: Offering Undeniable Value (Webinar) To convince someone to sign up for a virtual event like a webinar or panel, you must demonstrate value immediately and convince your target audience that it’s worth attending.

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Bizzaboo

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

Welcome to the 2023 event technology guide! Not sure you need event technology? According to Gartner’s 2022 Technology Marketing Benchmark Survey , tech and service providers allocate 26.9% of their marketing program budget to hosted and sponsored events. . In-person Events.

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Stova

JUNE 2, 2023

Databricks CKO 2022 Case Study Success Story Connecting onsite and virtual attendees for maximum engagement. Databrick's 2022 Company Kickoff connected onsite attendees with virtual guests through hybrid technology, while also keeping a highly-tech savvy audience engaged throughout the onsite environment.

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Stova

JUNE 2, 2023

Databricks CKO 2022 Case Study Success Story C Databrick's 2022 Company Kickoff connected onsite attendees with virtual guests through hybrid technology, while also keeping a highly-tech savvy audience engaged throughout the onsite environment.  Ready to walk through Stova's event technology solutions?

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