Endless Events
MARCH 25, 2020
Virtual event planning is taking the stage as the next big thing in the industry. Ponder this – in a world where technology develops and improves at an impressive speed, it’s our job as events profs to keep up with the motions. So why not be the one who takes the first step into more engaging, sustainable events that can connect thousands of people from around the world at lower costs and increased flexibility?
Pádraic Gilligan
MARCH 26, 2020
by Pádraic Gilligan, Managing Partner, SoolNua & Chief Marketing Officer, SITE Reasons to be grateful Today I’m grateful for Freddie White. As part of my new social distancing routine, I’m trying to identify, each day, something that I’m grateful for. This morning I woke up around 6:20 and it came to me immediately: I’m grateful.
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Motivation Excellence
MARCH 25, 2020
When employees start a new job, they often receive a couple of weeks for vacation time. Often, they use those days to extend weekends here and there. A vacation day might go to catching up on personal errands. With luck, they may take a week off to enjoy a family vacation. Travel feels rushed and crammed in between workweeks. However, a growing number of companies are seeing the benefits of supporting their employees through a generous vacation policy.
Special Events
MARCH 25, 2020
Business consultant and financial strategist Michelle Loretta offers tips to help event companies hold on through the coronavirus crisis.
TravelBoom and sister agency, The Brandon Agency, release new consumer sentiment study on travel amidst the COVID-19 second wave
Endless Events
MARCH 26, 2020
The events industry, just like many other industries right now, is suffering. And no one knows exactly what the effects of this will be in the long-run. Because this is such an unprecedented situation, fear is settling in. Jobs are being lost, events are being canceled, and the whole paradigm of the industry has shifted. But it’s important to remember that we’re all in this together.
MeetingsNet
MARCH 24, 2020
Industry veteran Jennifer Glynn explains why her event-client relationships are like a marriage, “for better or for worse,” and why she’s taken up piano during the pandemic. Jennifer Glynn, CIS, CITP, is a managing partner at Meeting Encore Ltd., and the new president of the Society for Incentive Travel Excellence. Last year she was honored as a MeetingsNet Changemaker for the creation and rollout of SITE’s new Certified Incentive Travel Professional designation.
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Special Events
MARCH 26, 2020
This event rental pro shares seven tips for making communication count during a crisis.
Endless Events
MARCH 23, 2020
Yes, you read that right – we’re discussing audio augmented reality for events today! And yes, we’ve discussed the topic of augmented reality before. We touched upon it on the Event Tech Podcast. And we even dedicated a couple of # EventIcons episodes to it. But what we’re discussing today is a very specific sub-section of the topic.
Eventtia
MARCH 26, 2020
As event organizers, we’re used to having some big obstacles thrown our way and we say big we really mean it. From economic crises to erupting volcanoes and now the COVID-19 outbreak, in situations like this, our ability to adapt and overcome these big obstacles is really put to the test.
Stova
MARCH 24, 2020
There’s no question that the meeting and events industry continues to be rocked by the COVID-19 pandemic. Events large and small are being forced to cancel or switch from live to virtual, with no end in sight. Guides for planning virtual events have taken over the web in a matter of weeks. But when it comes to virtual event planning, how much does size matter?
The evolution of the DMC industry requires that it embark upon a renewed relationship with clients that is built upon transparency, trust, and understanding.
MeetingsNet
MARCH 25, 2020
Understanding things like event-insurance fine print and which areas of operation hotels get group revenue from will help planners become better at contracting and negotiating. With the Summer Olympic Games in Tokyo postponed to 2021 , some of the biggest insurance firms in the world are breathing an enormous sigh of relief. That’s because the International Olympic Committee and other parties involved in coordinating different elements of the two-week-long event can’t make a claim for staggering
Endless Events
MARCH 27, 2020
?? The Best of the Best: Convert to Virtual: How to Turn Your In-Person Event into a Virtual Event. Virtual Event Tech: Virtual Event Platforms – Why An “All-In-One” Solution Just Won’t Cut It. ? Curious on how to navigate virtual events? Maybe you have some questions that you desperately need answers to. I highly suggest you tune into our free webinar tomorrow 3/24 at 4 PM EST on how to convert your in-person event into a virtual one.
Eventtia
MARCH 27, 2020
For the very first time, millions of us will be working remotely which is going to have a big impact on how we work. From managing time effectively and finding the best spot to work, to trying to avoid making trips to the fridge every 5 minutes, changing from office to home presents its own unique set of challenges.
Conferences that Work
MARCH 23, 2020
Because we are struggling in a covid-19 world, I’m hosting a special Feelings Edition of the Eventprofs Happy Hour this coming Friday, March 27, 12:00 – 14:00 EDT. From 2011 – 2017 I hosted a weekly online Eventprofs Happy Hour, first on Twitter and then Google Plus. We used the #ephh hashtag, and announced meetings via the @epchat Twitter account.
Special Events
MARCH 23, 2020
This catering pro shares how the industry has triumphed in the past and shares tips on overcoming today's challenges.
Endless Events
MARCH 24, 2020
The talk of the town in the events industry is converting in-person events to virtual. But where to even begin? Should you choose a platform first? And how do you even figure out pricing? Because this is relatively new, planners everywhere are scrambling to make it work. And we just so happen to have been lucky enough to sit down with Mark Hillenburg.
MTI Events
MARCH 25, 2020
Better businesses encourage employees to learn new skills. Inspiring employees to learn new skills and deepen existing ones is a goal that all managers and business owners should have.
Travel Daily Media
MARCH 22, 2020
The post A letter from the Travel Daily Media founder Gary Marshall appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. I write to you on behalf of the entire Travel Daily Media team with a heavy heart. Although optimism is around the corner, the travel industry is experiencing an unequivocal collapse with a massive loss to business and family income like nothing we have seen before.
Special Events
MARCH 23, 2020
There's strength in numbers--your event industry associations can help in many ways in challenging times.
Tourism eSchool
MARCH 22, 2020
Home. COVID-19 Immediate Response Action Plan for Visitor Centres and Visitor Services. By Rebecca White. Published on March 23, 2020. We're living in a very surreal world with the complete halt of our beloved Tourism industry. Visitors are no longer visiting, many local communities are self isolating themselves from all people, all events are off and many of your staff may be in the vulnerable age groups and need to be at home self-isolating.
Unique World Global Destinations
MARCH 23, 2020
There is so much to do and see in Japan, especially if you are combining this trip with meeting and or incentive travel. if you are going all that way we know there is so much to do and see and planning a trip to Japan can be a stressful and confusing experience. There are several fundamental elements that can make an event planners life easier. Local knowledge, trustworthy contacts and enthusiastic service can make all the difference for a successful event. .
Eventtia
MARCH 24, 2020
Eventtia is delighted to announce that it has completed its integration with leading Video Meeting solution, Whereby. Responding to customer demand and the need to provide solutions to organizations affected by COVID-19, Eventtia’s new offering provides customers and event organizers the option to host virtual networking events through its platform.
Meeting Tomorrow
MARCH 24, 2020
If you’re used to presenting for an in-person audience, we know jumping into the world of online events can feel daunting. Don’t fear! Over the years, we’ve prepped hundreds of presenters and event planners like you on how to keep their virtual presentations engaging, professional, and seamless. Here are a few of our top tips. Preparing for Your Presentation.
Memory Makers
MARCH 22, 2020
With the world-wide outbreak of the coronavirus, we find ourselves navigating uncharted waters. Events are being cancelled or postponed. Merchants are either cooperating or not. Currently, we are asked to keep gatherings at 10 or fewer for the protection of all. I have had events both cancelled and postponed. In one case, the venue wants to move forward, but merchants do not.
Eventtia
MARCH 25, 2020
Keeping the World Safe.
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