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. Continue to train staff on hybrid meeting planning.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 13, 2018

Bonus points if you’re already doing some, or all, of these smart approaches to your next event. Whether it is bottles of water or cans of soda, there can be a lot of waste produced just keeping your attendees hydrated. More: Making Your Event Environmentally Friendly By Planning Ahead. The Amount of Paper. Waste Management.

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Endless Events

APRIL 10, 2020

This will be a great starting point for what you’d want your virtual event to look like. The number of attendees, sales, engagement, profit, new contacts – whatever is relevant to you and your organization. What are you struggling with most planning a virtual event? What will attendees accomplish by attending your event?

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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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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 14, 2021

This is the tantalizing topic Brian Ludwig, senior vice president of sales for Cvent , tackles in Smart Meetings’ most recent webinar, “One Step Ahead, Predicting the Future of Event Technology.”. “It’s Ludwig has been doing presentations on the future of event technology “for many, many years.”

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 17, 2023

IMEX partnered with Novobeing in the Inspiration Hub to harness the power of virtual reality to help attendees practice meditation and relaxation. Take a breather with Well-X : After two more hours of meeting and networking with event profs, you could take a quick break. Well-being Wheel. Noon: Time for lunch. Break Free.

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Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

For those who might not know: Socio is an event technology company that helps enterprises and SMBs optimize their events in more than 40 countries. “People are thinking about virtual attendee engagement and looking at how can they make it more fun for attendees rather than have them just sit and watch a screen.

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Endless Events

MAY 16, 2022

. “They started with Peloton the bike, but have expanded into offering other types of classes, from running, stretching, strength training, yoga, and more.” And a lot of event planners should take note of that. “For example, there are event professionals on Peloton with their hashtags. It’s all opt-in.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 1, 2022

The allure of data is not going to go away, but in person will be dominant,” she predicted, noting that her insights also come from how customers are using Encore’s Chime platform, which helps with engagement during virtual and in-person events. Armstrong saw a nuanced picture of the events landscape.

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Endless Events

MARCH 12, 2021

Audiences are growing increasingly tired of 2D digital experiences and missing the level of interaction made possible by in-person events. Introducing this exciting tech into attendees’ lives circumvents many of the challenges posed by virtual events. Amazing Examples Of VR For Virtual Events.

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Endless Events

MARCH 21, 2022

“ Remo is a map-based virtual meeting and event platform. You can get hyper-creative with custom floor plans and put your own spin on it, or have a map that helps attendees maneuver around an event as you would if it were in person,” Amy says. How do the floor plans work and how does an event planner get started?

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Endless Events

JULY 19, 2021

Many event apps and tools claim they feature AI to lure techy people in, but in reality, they (only) feature predictive analytics or machine learning. After this Event Tech Podcast episode, you’ll know better than to jump on every AI-related hype train! But then, there are other companies that build upon the hype train.

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Endless Events

JULY 5, 2022

Over time, we started building a big influence in the events industry. We started putting out more content, not just on production, but general event planning. We started getting asked to do event technology, which became very impactful and important in 2020. It has revolutionized attendee engagement,” says Keaton.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 17, 2021

The big fear is that if we start doing more for hybrid and start giving it away for free , [attendees] are not going to come to our events now that they’ve had a taste of what it’s like to stay home. On the event technology side, event apps are going to be the ones to watch. Predictions and Surprises.

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Endless Events

JUNE 29, 2020

Some of the primary upcoming concerns for event organizers will include re-organizing events with the limited timescale, adhering to strict safety guidelines to protect their guests and attendees, and discover solutions that potentially curb the spread of the virus. Post-pandemic events will notice a surge in personalization.

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Endless Events

JUNE 29, 2018

Check out our free event planning checklist to make sure your next event runs smoothly and stress-free. Training is an important part of exhibitions since they prepare your team throughout the off-season to deal with the rigors of the events themselves. The Myths of Tech Restaurant Events. Sounds like a handful?

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 2, 2023

What is the purpose of your event? What type of event is it? What will the attendee experience be? Event tech tools are going to help you solve those problems and challenges.” Ease of use: Is the event tech software intuitive? Nguyen posed a few questions for planners to ask themselves. Who is attending?

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Endless Events

JULY 18, 2020

All of these are perfect examples that showcase the power and the possibilities behind hybrid events! If you want to explore the world of virtual events in more depth, give us a call. ?? Exciting event technology that you should know about! (1-hour Zoom For Virtual Events: An Event Tech Podcast Review.

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Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

The event venue is where attendees eat, drink, network, and engage with your content. But 40% of events are expected to be virtual this year, and recreating the excitement of an in-person experience in an online setting can be a challenge. That’s where virtual event platforms come into play. Branding and Customization.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 27, 2018

Combat flight simulators, dancing robots and 3D printed food are just some of what the meetings and conference industry event has in store. Fielddrive : An events technology company offering facial recognition and tracking for attendee check-in and registration.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 21, 2023

In the weeks leading up to the event, have at least one technical rehearsal to review the order of events, workflow and technical needs. This should be separate from training for speakers. Use intro music or countdown timers to keep a virtual audience entertained and informed until the start of the event.

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Endless Events

DECEMBER 18, 2020

This incredible piece of technology connects you to clients and coworkers everywhere. It combines a 55” touchscreen with a fantastic 4K display that activates meetings, training sessions, and presentations. Everyone involved in the project needs to get together and brainstorm the most important aspects of the event.

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Endless Events

JULY 5, 2018

It creates a much more immersive and engaging experience for attendees. That’s because it’s more interesting visually and attendees get all the benefits of a virtual component attached to a physical event. Plus, it means you can engage the best speakers – a massive drawcard for your event!

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Endless Events

JUNE 21, 2018

If using security scanning devices at your event, then the staff operating them must be highly-trained. But, something event planners can overlook is that in addition to security team members having the right skills and knowledge – they also need the right attitude. Security should form a visible presence.

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Endless Events

AUGUST 9, 2018

The purpose of projection mapping in events is to provide a more engaging experience for attendees, through visual stimulation. The idea is to use technology to manipulate lighting onto varying surface types and turn common objects into interactive, 3D displays. Wows attendees for improved engagement.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Especially after three years of rapid iteration and constantly changing requirements, now is the right time to pause, review, and identify how your event technology investments are enabling a more efficient and effective event execution, enhancing the overall attendee experience, and driving better ROI.

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Social Tables

JANUARY 27, 2021

NEW Client Services Get all the support you want for your events because we know hospitality matters. Free Planning Tools Diagram events, wow attendees, and win clients with free planning tools. It provides inspiration for meeting and event programs and showcases the latest in event planning technology and strategy.

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Endless Events

AUGUST 18, 2018

What also makes the conference unique is that it is intimate, there are not thousands and thousands of event profs at the conference allowing a setting that attendees can truly experience the conference and interact with even the biggest speakers! Jen Poyer of Event Technology Consulting ( @ILEALosAngeles ).

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Smart Meetings walked the trade show floor asking people how they help put attendee humanity at the center of event agendas and found that caring for guests is something everyone is focusing on in 2023. Post-Covid, you can’t have people in meetings, meetings, meetings, throw them into the bar and then end the event.

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Endless Events

DECEMBER 20, 2022

Smaller breakout sessions are a great way to keep attendees engaged and on their toes. They’re usually more interactive and allow attendees to network with other participants in smaller groups, which is great for networking purposes too. Allow attendees to attend networking sessions according to the program. Attendee profiles.

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Endless Events

FEBRUARY 4, 2020

We’ve lived in data silos for the last 30 years of event technology. It’s a simple iPhone app that you can measure attendee well time and standing in front of the booth. VR is going to have a really strong niche and it’s going to be about training. VR is going to have a niche.

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Eventtia

JULY 20, 2023

According to The Future of Retail Report by Ernst & Young, published in 2023, “[…] intimacy has become more integral to developing the value propositions of mainstream retailers, especially as both technology and consumer expectations drive new forms of engagement and personalization.”

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Social Tables

OCTOBER 6, 2018

With that, they’re also now the largest pool of potential meeting attendees. In an industry shaped by attendee expectations, successful events have to cater to their wants and desires. What those wants and desires are, like every generation before them, is largely shaped by the realities of larger historical events.

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Endless Events

JULY 19, 2018

Each has their perks for both event profs and event-goers, and we’ll be looking at how the functions you may already know them to have can be pushed further in future events. We’re going to take a deep dive into the benefits of using AI for events and uncover: What are chatbots and their perks? Understanding event apps.

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Social Tables

MAY 13, 2022

We analyze recent market research and technology developments and bring you a list of virtual event engagement ideas that will capture the attention of your audience and hold on tight. Discover 18 virtual event engagement ideas you can use to boost attendee interaction at your next event. Send event reminders. .

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Stova

JULY 17, 2023

This process of streamlining and integrating various event technologies is set to shape the future of the industry, providing organizers and attendees with seamless experiences and enhanced efficiency. 5 Benefits of Event Tech Consolidation 1. This means organizers have more time to spend on the show floor.

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Social Tables

OCTOBER 6, 2018

Because of that, they’re also now the largest pool of potential meeting attendees. Since the meeting industry is shaped by attendee expectations, successful events have to cater to millennials. Like every generation before them, their desires are shaped by the realities of larger historical events.

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