Endless Events

MARCH 25, 2020

Developing the concept of your event is extra important when planning a virtual experience. This will help you make the right decisions, especially in a field that is relatively new to event planners. Picture the theme you’ll want your virtual event to follow, and make sure you stand out!

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Endless Events

JULY 7, 2022

The Event Brew squad is tackling a complex topic today; a topic most event planners have contemplated in the last two years. It’s time to talk about audience engagement on event platforms! But online, you’re stuck at the mercy of whoever’s running the event,” Dustin adds.

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Endless Events

OCTOBER 5, 2018

According to a report, many events companies aren’t using the newest tools to make projects more efficient. Despite advances in event technology and event apps, the behind-the-scenes of the industry is still filled with old practices. Educating stakeholders about the value and intricacies of events.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

Armed with her outlook, notes and events apps, her trusty three-ring binder and a medium black coffee, Samuels leads events that go off without a hitch. Planning an event is not simple,” she says. “[The Constance Samuels, CMP, likes to live by the phrase, “Work hard, play harder.” But everything went flawlessly.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 20, 2022

Krueger wants to see industry innovators and event producers bring the advanced tech and knowledge we’ve gained over the last two years fully into both online and in-person events on a larger scale. That way, they could test innovative methods like gamification at smaller events, and those that work can move up to the “big leagues.”.

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Endless Events

JUNE 15, 2022

This is great news for event marketers and planners who can plan experiential events – events that aim to evoke positive emotions in attendees and resonate with their values. In a sense, all events are experiential. Experiential Events Have Gamified Elements.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 3, 2018

The impact and importance of meetings for medical and pharmaceutical industry attendees is not only increasing, but the complexity of the events and what is expected of planners is more demanding as well, according to a new report from American Express Meetings & Events and a survey conducted by Smart Meetings.

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MeetingsNet

APRIL 12, 2024

Here are some useful takeaways from the day’s educational sessions. In addition, MPI conducts a 12-hour online-education marathon featuring three 15-minute sessions per hour; these cover a wide range of job issues for planners as well as career advancement and physical and mental wellness. And send them thank-you notes often!”

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 17, 2021

The problem is that there are more than 100 virtual/hybrid event platforms out there—many having started up during the pandemic. As the biggest companies get bigger, will they realize planner dreams of an easy, off-the-shelf solution they can plug and play? Not all will survive,” he warned. Is Bigger Better?

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Endless Events

APRIL 22, 2019

.” And so, people started downloading and we’d start to get them on board, and we’re using all of this footage to capture so we could show investors and we could show other event planners and that we could show people it works. The first couple of events were free, and the issue of pricing eventually came up.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

A good hybrid strategy also expands audience reach and event lifecycle. We’ll talk more about ROI in a minute, but first let’s answer planners’ top questions about hybrid events. For starters, choose technology that handles virtual, hybrid and in-person events on the same platform. What can you learn from event data?

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MeetingsNet

JUNE 28, 2024

As she builds out her shows’ educational and networking opportunities, Tinsley Conway of Connect Meetings stays ahead of mainstream trends because her attendees want fresh ideas and activations they can use at their own events. One notable exception: Tinsley Conway, vice president of events for Connect Meetings.

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Endless Events

JUNE 11, 2018

Then you feed the data into amazing algorithms which translate boring ol’ numbers into insights – insights that allow event planners like you to mold and refine the event so attendees have the best experience possible. After all, event planners have been crowdshaping for years, from their gut feelings.

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MeetingsNet

JUNE 3, 2024

Tanya Philyaw, CMP, senior meeting planner for Meeting Professionals International, shares her food-and-beverage planning experiences. Lesson learned: Interviewing a meeting planner while her conference is going on around her is practically inviting interruptions. Edamame for breakfast, anyone? And then on the third day.

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Endless Events

JULY 25, 2018

Most events no longer want basic conference speakers. Planners want someone that enjoys their brand, loves to incorporate technology, is full of charisma, and knows how to work an audience. To really engage the audience you’ll need to find someone that appeals to them and can provide a unique feel to your event. Live Polling.

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MeetingsNet

JUNE 12, 2023

The Spring 2023 research compiles the views of corporate, association, academic, and third-party event planners from around the world. Fully 80 percent of respondents said this is a central priority for them now, due mostly to the two-year hiatus in face-to-face events followed by the widespread use of remote-work environments.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 29, 2022

In addition to carefully selecting a venue for its sustainability policies, event planners are now enlisting the services of consultants that specialize in disaster response and mitigation. Kenyon also specializes in training event and venue staff in how to respond to medical emergencies such as those caused by heat illness.

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Endless Events

JULY 20, 2018

First, know what the top stressors for planners are. The Top Stressors of a Meeting Planner. So many things run around a meeting planner’s mind but there are only a few big things that really drive us nuts. This guide makes the exercise easier by defining the 5 best practices for getting your audience glued to your event.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 31, 2018

Smart Meetings’ visual storytelling immersed planners in the trends and news of the year. Related : Accessibility Rules: How to Make Everyone Comfortable at Event Venues. What Apps Do Planners Use Most at Events? Related : 6 Free Apps to Keep Meeting Planners Organized.

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 11, 2019

But let’s try and educate people, educate people on what’s going on so that they know. “But I think the important thing too for planners and event professionals who are listening now too is just to know that this stuff is coming down the road. And say, if I am cool with it, you got to be cool with it.

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MeetingsNet

APRIL 15, 2024

A veteran planner explains how to push back tactfully but effectively when a proposed change isn’t for the better. But there must be boundaries for change in the course of planning a big meeting, and planners are responsible for enforcing those boundaries. That was the message from Huong Nguyen, CEO and founder of Shiloh Events.

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Stova

APRIL 20, 2023

This article highlights seven ways to create immersive mobile event and conference app experiences that level-up attendee engagement, networking, learning, and event ROI. What are mobile apps for events and conferences? How do you leverage mobile apps during online events? Keep everyone in the know.

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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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Social Tables

MAY 13, 2022

As event planners worldwide shifted strategies to meet the ever-changing needs caused by COVID-19, virtual and hybrid events skyrocketed. Even as in-person events return, many businesses and event planners plan to keep the virtual event trend alive. Use highly-rated virtual event software. .

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MeetingsNet

MARCH 31, 2023

A recent MeetingsNet webinar addressed the role of event technologist in both strategy and logistics, and how planners seeking to be one can get their executives to buy into this now-critical skill set. First, the job “is far beyond building registration pages online, developing event apps, and other basic stuff,” she noted.

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Bizzaboo

APRIL 3, 2023

of events on Bizzabo’s platform were in-person. Case in point: On the Bizzabo platform, 51% of events in January 2023 were virtual. of event organizers were able to reach a wider audience with virtual events ( Bizzabo , 2020) 54% of virtual event registrants convert to virtual attendees.

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MeetingsNet

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

The images can be used to educate attendees on certain aspects of the meeting, convey instructions on how to navigate the event app or another event element, or act as a call to action for something that will help provide a better attendee experience, a prize or gift, or some other benefit.

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Bizzaboo

JULY 12, 2022

The average number of sessions per virtual event is 12 ( Bizzabo , 2020). 14% of virtual event sessions are a larger keynote format ( Bizzabo , 2020). 62% of virtual events are single-day events ( Bizzabo , 2020). of event marketers work with a production services company to help execute virtual events ( Bizzabo , 2020).

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MeetingsNet

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

As the cost of AV and event technologies continues to rise, planners need to get smarter about what the really need and how to get it at a fair price. While audiovisual, production, and event technology have long been budgetary sore points, they’re even more expensive these days. Question whether you really need to go hybrid.

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The MICE Blog

AUGUST 26, 2022

Such a space can enrich the visitor experience at a given event. For example, if your event is about sustainability, you can educate and inspire visitors by curating a space for books which showcase the wide spectrum of sustainability. Sustainability was an important talking point at Art Basel. Audio experience.

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Bizzaboo

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Now more than ever, sustainability is top of mind for event planners because it’s a top priority for event attendees. It doesn’t matter if you’re hosting a team summit, client meet-and-greet, or large trade show — attendees want to participate in events prioritizing a safe, healthy planet. 1 priority, and 31.2%

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Convene by PCMA

MAY 16, 2023

This year, RISKWORLD had drawn more than 9,000 risk professionals from 60 countries to Atlanta for 150 educational sessions, a marketplace with 400-plus exhibitors, as well as an array of social networking events. In addition to e-mailing updates to attendees, RIMS staff used their mobile event app to send out push notifications.

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Bizzaboo

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Before advances in event technology, event planning was a very manual process. Event planners used to draft the attendee list contact by contact. Event promotions were limited to mediums like print, direct mail, cold calling, and word of mouth. Event tech also leads to a better user experience.

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Bizzaboo

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

Before advances in event technology, event planning was a very manual process. . Event planners used to draft the attendee list contact by contact. . Event promotions were limited to mediums like print, direct mail, cold calling, and word of mouth. . Event tech also leads to a better user experience.

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Stova

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Here’s a closer look at how sustainable approaches can redefine corporate event planning: Ongoing Digital Transformation The shift towards digital platforms and virtual offerings offers planners and event managers a powerful tool to reduce paper consumption and environmental impact. Learn more about tech consolidation.

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Bizzaboo

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

Even still, our survey found that 68% of event organizers plan to have a virtual component at their next onsite event. PCMA research uncovered similar findings: One of two event planners planned hybrid events so attendees could attend according to their preferences. Educating prospects. Educating employees.

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Social Tables

MAY 13, 2022

As event planners worldwide shifted strategies to meet the ever-changing needs caused by COVID-19, virtual and hybrid events skyrocketed. Even as in-person events return, many businesses and event planners plan to keep the virtual event trend alive. Use highly-rated virtual event software.

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