Endless Events
APRIL 8, 2019
One of the most common questions related to organizing events is “How can I save money on AV?” This is obviously a no-brainer, considering AV is one of the most expensive parts of an event. Here at Endless, we’re fully aware of this! As an AV company, we’ve spent our fair share of time providing information on the matter of AV pricing.
Techsytalk
APRIL 12, 2019
Running a business is hard work – there are few classes and even fewer ways to find proven business lessons. It’s a sad state of affairs, but many independent event planners (and business owners in general) just end up flying by the seat of their pants and learning things the hard way. And the only real benefit we get from learning things this way is when we get to share them with all the people who are hustling just as hard as us.
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Motivation Excellence
APRIL 22, 2019
What’s Your Plan to Pump Up Engagement in 2019? We invite you to consider video. Companies’ sales and marketing departments are using video more and more to activate their message and engage employees, distributors and customers. Don’t leave video out of your marketing mix because, according to Forbes Magazine , video now accounts for up to 74% of all online traffic.
Social Tables
APRIL 15, 2019
Is there anything sweeter than summer? The sun’s shining, the birds are chirping, and event planners have more options at their disposal than arguably any other season. After all, there’s the heightened possibility of holding events outdoors, a heaping helping of rich, colorful palettes to play with, and endless summer event themes that promise to surprise and delight attendees.
TravelBoom and sister agency, The Brandon Agency, release new consumer sentiment study on travel amidst the COVID-19 second wave
Conferences that Work
APRIL 22, 2019
How often have you heard “Any questions?” at the end of a conference session? Hands rise, and the presenter picks an audience member who asks a question. The presenter answers the question and picks another questioner. The process continues for a few minutes. Simple enough. We’ve been using this Q&A format for centuries. But can we improve it?
Bizzaboo
APRIL 19, 2019
Discover blockchain events and conferences happening throughout the world in 2019 and beyond. Includes Bitcoin events, Ethereum events, Altcoin events and more! Some say blockchain is the future of more than just currency. Today there are a plethora of blockchain conferences, blockchain networking events and more happening around the world. Whether you're a savvy investor, a blockchain diehard or someone who is just interested in learning more about this pivotal technology, there are hundreds of
MICE Travel Today brings together the best content for MICE professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Eventbrite
APRIL 4, 2019
Events centered around holidays are sure hits among kids and families — and Easter is no exception. The warmer weather gives everyone an excuse to come together as a family around a holiday with lots of fun traditions. But that doesn’t automatically mean they’ll line up to attend your Easter event. Without proper planning, important […]. The post 7 Simple Steps to Hosting a Successful Easter Event appeared first on Eventbrite US Blog.
MeetingsNet
APRIL 24, 2019
Before you head over to tour your event venue, bust out that legal pad and jot down these must ask questions. Brought to you by: Picture this: it’s the day of your event, and you need to move a large piece of equipment up to the space. You measured the dimensions and checked online to verify that the freight elevator was large enough to hold it. But there’s just one problem—the elevator itself is large enough, but the door to the elevator is not.
Social Tables
APRIL 17, 2019
Earlier this year, we started a little Social Tables tradition we like to call Friday Finds. The idea? End every week with a bit of knowledge about this crazy, compelling industry that we all know and love. Each week, we email a short survey to a mix of over 23,000 planners, venues, and hotels. And with each survey and stat, we learn a little bit more about how all of us can come together to create better face-to-face events.
Conferences that Work
APRIL 1, 2019
This (slightly edited) interview by JT Long appeared in the March 2019 issue of Smart Meetings Magazine. What led to writing the book, Conferences that Work ? I invented the format by accident 26 years ago when there were no expert speakers to invite for a conference on administrative computing issues in small schools. We needed a format that would allow a room of strangers to learn about each other and the issues we were interested in by using the expertise in the room.
The evolution of the DMC industry requires that it embark upon a renewed relationship with clients that is built upon transparency, trust, and understanding.
Eventtia
APRIL 25, 2019
As an event planner, one of your biggest goals is to provide an experience that attendees will remember. This article highlights how industry trends in experiential marketing can help plan your next event, trade show, or meeting.
Endless Events
APRIL 1, 2019
As the world changes and technologies expand, we are faced with the chance to harness things like AR and VR in events for our advantage. More specifically, we learn the full power of these technologies and how much they can do for our industry. While AR and VR in events have been around for a while, the concepts can still be quite baffling. More than that, it becomes a challenge to learn exactly how they can be leveraged in a successful way.
Meeting Tomorrow
APRIL 17, 2019
There’s a lot that goes into a successful corporate event. The time, planning, space, and money required to have an event that actually builds corporate culture or converts potential clients are all immense. That’s why it’s critical to make sure your hard work is worth it in the end – you have to know whether your corporate event was a success or not.
MeetingsNet
APRIL 24, 2019
The headline isn't metaphorical—here's how to have a magician entertain guests without being corny, or cornering. Inventive performers strive to keep event organizers interested year after year through variety. But magic is not as widely respected as a performance art as most others partly because of how it is positioned, how it is used, and because many magicians have allowed their acts to become tired.
Social Tables
APRIL 23, 2019
Events bring people together to enjoy new experiences. But in order to get attendees through the door, you’ll need to come up with a great name that grabs their attention and piques their interest. The right event name can solidify your event brand, convey your mission, and help fans (new and old) find you. Do you know how to choose an event name? Here are some highly effective ways to do so, along with some real world examples and ideas.
BizBash
APRIL 23, 2019
Here are some clever, eye-catching ways brands—including Instagram, American Express, BMW, and Yves Saint-Laurent—got themselves noticed during two jam-packed Coachella weekends.
Eventtia
APRIL 29, 2019
In this article, we’ll be looking at the steps you’ll want to take to coordinate the work of your sales teams and run efficient seminars that will positively impact your sales.
Endless Events
APRIL 24, 2019
Can you ever learn enough about event AV pricing? For anyone out there planning an event, probably not! When you’re busy planning, your ultimate goal is always to deliver the best event you possibly can, at the best price you can find. Of course, you should always focus on getting the best value for money. And when it comes to event AV pricing, there are several tiny little things that can affect what your final bill looks like.
Maritz Global Events
APRIL 25, 2019
Post authored by Donna Kastner, Founder of Retirepreneur. Have you noticed a demographic shift happening at professional conferences? You might not think the over-50 crowd still matters for events anymore. Oh… but they do. Quite a few event marketers are investing heavily to win over Millennials and Gen Z – and it makes sense. These early career professionals are our future.
MeetingsNet
APRIL 25, 2019
Las Vegas has great eco-friendly venues, wellness-inspired activities and healthy dining options. Brought to you by: Business success — you may think it’s all about the bottom line, but savvy CEOs like those at Apple, Starbucks and IKEA know otherwise. Although profits play a big role, it’s also important for companies to be socially responsible by considering their impact on the environment, their local economy and their customers.
Social Tables
APRIL 22, 2019
When you start planning an event, one of the first things you should do is figure out your event planning timeline. It’s important to outline the months and weeks leading up to the big day. This way, you’ll be sure to meet important deadlines, stay within budget, and coordinate multiple parties smoothly. The next time you start to plan an event, consider using this helpful guide to create an event planning schedule that works for you.
Conferences that Work
APRIL 29, 2019
Here’s an example of why I love conference facilitation and design. After setting up a Personal Introspective this morning (25 minutes) I turned over what happens to the small groups. Watch the listening and involvement of every person as I weave my phone through the circles of chairs. Read the full article at Conferences That Work The post Why I love conference facilitation and design appeared first on Conferences That Work.
Travel Daily Media
APRIL 29, 2019
The post Preferred Hotels ‘I Prefer Planner’ rewards MICE planners in APAC appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. Preferred Hotels & Resorts has launched the ‘ I Prefer Planner ‘ to incentivise and reward meeting and event planners in the Asia Pacific. . Attention, MICE planners in APAC! Preferred Hotels & Resorts rolled out today its latest initiative to attract corporate travel buyers and planners across the region.
Endless Events
APRIL 2, 2019
Transparency in the event industry isn’t talked about nearly as much as it should. The issue of transparency is paramount in any business. How else are we expected to generate and cultivate meaningful relationships with clients and vendors alike? This is only possible once we build these relationships based on trust, honesty, and – you guess it – transparency.
Maritz Global Events
APRIL 9, 2019
You’ve no doubt heard many stories about the power of experience design and how it can change the trajectory of events. However, you probably haven’t heard how it can drastically change the trajectory of someone’s career. Until now. Meet Taylor Ward. Taylor’s story doesn’t begin like most event or meeting professionals.
MeetingsNet
APRIL 30, 2019
Here's an illustrated guide planners can provide to participants in order to enhance the value they get from meetings. With so many post-event surveys revealing that meeting attendees get big benefits from their social interactions at meetings in terms of useful information and business contacts, a lot of planners rightly focus on making the time outside of educational sessions more conducive to conversation.
Social Tables
APRIL 19, 2019
Great events require great staff. But sometimes you just don’t have the time (or the experience) necessary to hire the right people for the job. Which is why learning how to work with an event staffing agency is an important skill for any successful event planner. So before you start looking for staff for your next event, make sure you keep these helpful tips and ideas in mind: Reasons you should hire an event staffing agency Before you even consider which event staffing agency to partner with,
Conferences that Work
APRIL 9, 2019
Verizon is now offering free call filtering, but enabling it can be incredibly frustrating! Many reviews complain that, after downloading the Verizon Call Filter app, no option for the free version appears. Instead, you are only offered a free 10-day trial or the option to purchase a monthly subscription. Here’s how to activate the free version of Verizon Call Filter I found these instructions buried in a comment on the wonderful TidBITS website, posted by Paul7.
Brownwell Incentive Travel
APRIL 30, 2019
Brownell Incentive Travel New Business Development Executive Annette Furman shares how an Incentive Travel Expert will save you time. At a recent event I was asked “what advice would you give to someone who is considering an incentive trip for their company?” My immediate response was to go for it! An incentive trip is one of the best and most exciting decisions you can make for your company, but save yourself some time and make sure you talk to an expert.
Endless Events
APRIL 26, 2019
Choosing the right AV company is crucial to the success of your event. Get it right and you have a team member, advocate, and advisor. Pick the wrong AV company and you could be left unexpected bills, glitches in your show, and a bad taste in your mouth. By following the simple steps below you will be well on your way to choosing the best AV company for your event.
Maritz Global Events
APRIL 22, 2019
Talking about how experience design transforms events is one thing. Actually applying those principles to your own event is even more challenging, but also more rewarding. Let’s face it: the term experience design is thrown around a lot. And not just within meeting and event circles; it’s a methodology adopted by other industries around the world.
MeetingsNet
APRIL 25, 2019
Get more value for your next meeting or event. Brought to you by: The importance of registration and ticketing cannot be overstated. A cohesive and user-friendly ticketing/registration interface plays a vital role in the success of your event. If you are asking your attendees to register or purchase a ticket, it is important to make their data entry and/or purchase experience intuitive, efficient and mobile optimized.
Social Tables
APRIL 16, 2019
Think about how the meetings & events industry has evolved in just the past ten years. Could you have navigated it all without conferences, blog posts, presentations, surveys, or your peers? We know we couldn’t have! After all, being an events professional requires as much continued education as any other gig out there. Which is part of why, here at Social Tables, we believe “every day is a school day.
Conferences that Work
APRIL 8, 2019
“The job you’ll be doing in the future hasn’t been invented yet. ” This is old news. The story of my professional life 1977: I earn a Ph.D. in applied elementary high-energy particle physics. Get a post-doc position and move to the United States. Work at major U.S. particle accelerators for a year. Leave academic research forever.
Amara Marketing
APRIL 25, 2019
Traveling is one of the most loved activities, and traveling trends are changing very rapidly. It is clear that today, we travel in a very different way than years ago. Back then it was a luxury just for a few. Nowadays, there are leisure trips for practically every pocket. The behavior of travelers is also changed, and destination marketers should understand and follow these changes in consumption habits in order to adapt their marketing strategies to the latest trends.
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