Endless Events

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Make sure you consider these high-ticket items at a minimum: Venue Speakers Food and beverage Furniture and equipment Staffing (event coordinators, clean up, security, etc.) Decorations and event design Marketing and promotional materials Guest experience Start early, reach out to vendors, and store all your launch plans in one place.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 7, 2018

In the same fashion, planners need to do their research when hiring vendors. Too often, planners end up footing the bill for mistakes and mismanagement on the part of vendors, all of which could have been avoided beforehand. You hired the vendor. More : Is Your Event Marketing Plan Ready for GDPR?

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

It’s also a sign of a returned confidence in event planning. Of course, our event marketing budgets will need to be higher in 2023 than in 2021 or 2020. After all, most events were virtual and demanded lower budgets. So, to make the most of your event budget in 2023, make sure you choose your vendors far in advance.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 25, 2024

The annual customer gathering and user conference for the largest event tech company on the planet, Cvent Connect, is moving to Henry B. We asked Rachel Andrews, senior director of meetings and events, what 3,500 anticipated attendees can expect in the new location and expanded agenda.

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Social Tables

FEBRUARY 28, 2017

In an age where consumers shop their values , it’s ever-important to put your money where your mouth is around local sourcing for your next event. Today’s event attendee is looking for a unique perspective on the culture and creations of a city’s emerging maker community. Local Markets. Fortunately, we’ve got your back.

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Endless Events

OCTOBER 4, 2022

Getting caught up in the glitz and sparkle of planning an event is easy. Attendees should enjoy your event, but planning an event isn’t a pure act of kindness. As an event planner, you host events to get results. But even so, you’ve got to ensure your event is a money-maker for your company.

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Endless Events

MAY 19, 2020

Here we go as we make predictions on the hottest trends to hit virtual events! 2020 Virtual Event Trend: Personalization for Attendees. Not everyone at your event will be in the same place in their journey. Personalization allows each attendee to get exactly what they need. INBOUND is an event that excels at this.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 15, 2024

At the annual user conference Cvent Connect for a record 4,000 attendees in San Antonio this week, the event technology company which was purchased by Blackstone last year announced new products and acquisitions designed to better meet the needs of meeting professionals, whether planning simple events or complex hybrid affairs.

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Endless Events

APRIL 27, 2018

You can use these to learn what will best resonate with the attendees during the live event. Make sure to prepare surprises as well, and to understand just what figures you are gunning for a truly successful event. Online Event Marketing Techniques. Click To Tweet. It sounds like a long process, and it could be.

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Endless Events

MARCH 15, 2019

In reality currently, AI at events is mostly just programmed answers in technology such as chatbots and some event apps. We don’t see these robots of the future walking around passing out drinks or registering attendees just yet. Event Automation. Creates Custom Attendees Experiences. Saves Planners Time.

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 15, 2019

2020 Event Trends: Personalization for Attendees. Not everyone at your event will be in the same place in their journey. Personalization allows each attendee to get exactly what they need. Personalization for attendees leads to a more successful event. INBOUND is an event that excels at this.

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ADMEI

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

A successful event strategy can lead to a successful company: it’s as simple as that. How Planning Impacts Perception Hosting a large-scale corporate event is a massive undertaking, coordinating a variety of vendors to bring your brand to life in a way that aligns with your target audience. You will get free positive marketing.

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Convene by PCMA

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

The same went for other single-use items used for corporate event marketing, like furniture. Composting is usually so easy to bring on site, as well as recycling,” Analog Events founder and CEO Jordan Kaye said, and it’s very easy to quantify. It could be an attendee who you know is a vegan influencer.

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Endless Events

MAY 10, 2019

That gives event marketing a powerful message to share. It also means you can keep the promise of an event that really reflects your audience’s needs and priorities. When franchisees attend an event where everything is curated according to their interests, they’re likelier to make the most of it. Give Franchisees Space.

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Endless Events

JANUARY 14, 2022

Not just because innovative data science helps us understand our attendees better, but because we can, thanks to technology and event platforms, stay connected with our attendees, sponsors, and vendors throughout the entire year. We’re talking about the community model: one of the most exciting event trends of 2022!

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Endless Events

JULY 26, 2018

The ‘why’ is the reason or purpose for the event, and also includes the intended outcome for both the brand and the attendees. In essence, it’s what you want event goers to experience. To further explain, we’re going to break down: How to think about your event’s ‘why’. Marketing in line with the ‘why’.

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Eventtia

JUNE 28, 2022

But you can’t afford to take any shortcuts if you expect your event to be successful. Enter event marketing automation — the marvel can help you eliminate tedious marketing chores and get things done in less time while helping you achieve more than you ever thought possible. What is event marketing automation?

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Endless Events

JUNE 22, 2018

Of course, your event has to run smoothly so as not to distract attendees from why they are in the trade show in the first place. And if you want to run an event this way, use our free event planning checklist to get started! Participants need to make more quality connections. Trade Shows Made Easy.

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Bizzaboo

MARCH 19, 2024

Bizzabo has been named a Leader in the 2024 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Event Technology Platforms. 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.”

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Convene by PCMA

APRIL 30, 2024

Elizabeth Doll/PCMA) Kimberly Hardcastle-Geddes You can take a page from Taylor Swift’s marketing approach in your attendee acquisition strategy plan. Give your prospective attendees sneak peeks, exclusive offers, and other opportunities to be in-the-know on all event-related news. Reinvent yourself, evolve, change.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 20, 2023

AI, inclusive travel and an engaged workforce were top of mind in Lake Tahoe DMA West took to the new Tahoe Blue Event Center in Stateline, Nevada, this October for its 2023 Education Summit & Vendor Showcase. The event brought together 42 DMOs and 19 vendors, including Smart Meetings.

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Social Tables

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

What is event engagement? Event engagement, also known as audience engagement, refers to an event’s ability to hold the attention of its audience as well as promote full participation from event attendees. How can I tell if an event is engaging? The three stages of event engagement.

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Traveler's Q

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Event registration software and event ticketing software can simplify the registration process and streamline check-in procedures. Event mobile apps can increase the level of engagement and interactivity among attendees while creating an immersive experience.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 10, 2023

Due to the pandemic, many events are experiencing record numbers of attendees due to the return of in-person attendance. On the other hand, many hotels, venues and vendors that we have worked with are understaffed as a result of the pandemic,” said Ramos. “We

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Endless Events

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

“You need to take one step back and say, why are we doing this event? What do attendees want to get out of it? One of the things I’ve been saying is to get rid of catered lunches and instead give attendees a three-hour lunch. I think this transparency is important because your vendors are experts too. What’s the purpose?

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Social Tables

JANUARY 17, 2018

Under this section of your list, you can add details such as research costs of rentals or negotiate a discount with vendors. The event budget isn’t a checklist line item that can simply be marked off. So make sure that visually laying out the event space is on your to-do list. Choosing an event theme isn’t just for fun.

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Bizzaboo

AUGUST 3, 2023

Here are some telling statistics about event tech: 68.9% of organizers say event software has a major impact on the success of their events ( Bizzabo , 2023) 67.4% of organizers say they have changed or plan to change their event management software vendor within the next year ( Bizzabo , 2023) 72.5%

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Bizzaboo

MARCH 4, 2020

Here’s how to confidently communicate with your attendees, sponsors, and partners. Event marketers are no strangers to last-minute changes and crises. We understand there’s a lot of uncertainty around COVID-19, your events, and the health of your attendees. COVID-19 has landed. Create a preparedness plan.

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Bizzaboo

OCTOBER 11, 2023

of organizers say event software has a major impact on the success of their events 67.4% of organizers say they have changed or plan to change their event management software vendor within the next year 72.5% of attendees say they expect in-person conferences to use modern technology (e.g.

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Social Tables

DECEMBER 1, 2021

Social media has long been an important part of event marketing and promotion. Facebook can be used to promote all kinds of events — from conferences and conventions to birthday parties and retirement celebrations. Optimize your event page to reach the largest audience. Attract attendees by making a good first impression.

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Endless Events

APRIL 27, 2023

As event professionals, we’re constantly striving to create meaningful experiences for attendees and stakeholders while working within limited resources and a budget. In-kind sponsorships are relationships where a business sponsors an event by providing free goods or services rather than a financial contribution.

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Eventtia

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Even with the best team, organization and expertise, an event strategy can’t succeed completely without the right event management software. However, with the great variety of options, choosing the right event management software can feel overwhelming. Gathering attendee feedback is essential for improving future events.

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Bizzaboo

JULY 28, 2023

Regardless of whether you’re planning a dazzling conference, a mind-blowing trade show, or an interactive webinar, success starts with effective event marketing. But how do you market your event effectively? Well, that depends on the event marketing tools you use.

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Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 7, 2019

During the day IMEX attendees are encouraged to dress business smart. As we mentioned before this one of the biggest events in the industry! This is the time to meet vendors and partners you could potentially work with for years to come, so be your authentic self and put your best foot forward. Tips for Attending .

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MeetingsNet

JULY 9, 2021

In the breakout session led by Todd Schwartz, CMP, formerly a senior events marketing manager at McDermott+Consulting, 38 of the 55 attendees said they had more than a decade of planning experience. Schwartz told a story about how he once made the most of just $300 allotted for décor for an evening event. “I

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Vendor Events Planner Communications 105

Bizzaboo

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

Here are some examples of what your event technology stack may include: Event management tools : ticketing and registration, access management, contact management, and event reporting. Event marketing tools : website builder, email marketing tools, personalized registration flows, promo codes, and UTM links.

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Event Technology Technology Technology Registration 98

Bizzaboo

JANUARY 17, 2023

How To Use ChatGPT for Event Marketing Content. Due to the versatility of ChatGPT, there’s no shortage of ways event marketers can use the tool to work more productively. Event planning and marketing. This will help you to tailor the event to their specific needs and interests. Got writer’s block?

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