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Think Event Technology Is Still a Man’s World? Think again. 

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Meet the ‘Smart Women’ of Encore What if the push to restaff event technology roles is actually an opportunity to bring more diverse points of view to the field? I got hired as an Event Technician during my interview. The post Think Event Technology Is Still a Man’s World? Think for yourself. Think again.

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Why Event Technology Companies Lack Pricing Transparency

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Pricing transparency in event technology companies is lacking, to say the least. Many event platforms offer no pricing structures at all while others only give ballpark estimates. As a recent Skift Meetings article points out, event planners often have no time or energy to sit through long demos and discuss pricing for weeks.

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Events in 2025: Creating a Foundation of Connection

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At events like IMEX America and MPI World Education Congress , we see this shift in action: virtual attendees aren’t just passive spectators but active participants, with real-time Q&As, curated meetups, and interactive content, creating a harmony across physical and digital spaces.

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Elevate Your Event: The Top 8 Benefits of Attendee Tracking

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Encourage them to give feedback by giving them points for participation, and offer prizes (a free ticket to your next event, a gift card) to those who collect the most points. CONTINUING EDUCATION UNITS MADE EASY. Exhibitors and sponsors can also enjoy the benefits of attendance tracking at events. GIVE VALUE TO EXHIBITORS.

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Can We Rely On Event Platforms For Audience Engagement?

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The topic was inspired by Encore’s article, titled ‘ Keep Attendees Engaged with an Interactive Event Platform ‘ The Event Tech Podcast has tackled this topic from multiple angles, but today, we can get an inside scoop from Dustin, Nick, and Thuy, as well. But when event design is bad, the tool is useless.”If

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How To Prepare For A Career In Event Planning

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The events industry has changed dramatically in the past two years. As the technology sector within the industry grows, many planners are leaving traditional event planning for event technology jobs. They can also pivot to becoming event managers or event marketers.

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Event Profs Slated for Upgrades with New Certifications, Training Programs

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The free program touches on topics, in the form of webinars, from the basics of meeting planning to more complex topics, such as event technology and sustainability. Planners have also taken on new roles and are eager for more education to help them take on new tasks and responsibilities.”.