Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

As meeting and event planners responsible for the safety of sometimes thousands of people, we cannot take anything for granted. Accurate information will impact the success of your planning, so it’s wise to seek advice from weather intelligence services that can provide a forecast tailored to the needs of your particular event.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 15, 2024

Thousands of event professionals and leading third-party planners already rely on Reposite for their vendor sourcing needs and now they will be part of Cvent’s supplier discovery and coordination engine that sources more than $16 billion in 2023.

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Registration Meeting Proposal Trade Show 264

Endless Events

JULY 26, 2019

We created a blog on the most common event WiFi terms which we broke down each term and explained them so anyone could understand. If you aren’t familiar with common terms or need a refresher go read the blog, Event WiFi Terms Every Planner Needs to Know. . Think About Event WiFi Needs. Plan Way Ahead . Don’t wait!

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Vendor Events Venue Contracts 282

Endless Events

MARCH 15, 2019

In reality currently, AI at events is mostly just programmed answers in technology such as chatbots and some event apps. Event Automation. Saves Planners Time. Time and time again event profs have found themselves on the list for most stressful jobs. And that’s not all event automation does!

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Trends Automation Events Technology 314

Endless Events

JULY 14, 2022

The event management industry lacks robust software designed for the unique needs of the event management industry. Many event planners rely on tools not made for the industry and attempt to find alternative solutions for the tasks they must accomplish. . A critical task for event planners is managing the event budget.

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Endless Events

APRIL 24, 2023

The #EventProfs community is a strong network of event professionals who’ve come together worldwide to share their ideas and insights and seek support in the ever-evolving event industry. We are switching from an event app to a platform designed for communities and only for communities,” explains Will. “I

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Platform Event Apps Social Media Sponsors 177

Endless Events

NOVEMBER 25, 2019

Whether they’re exhibitors, sponsors, vendors, the B2B partners that are interested in these live events, how to better match them with the live event organizers and with the event properties” “The other piece of what we do is, we have a marketplace”, he continues. Smartsheet. TicketSpice.

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Production Management B2B Meeting 282

Endless Events

AUGUST 1, 2018

If there aren’t sources of natural shade around, like trees, then make sure you erect some form of temporary structure, like large tents for event goers (and your event team) to retreat from the sun. So, how to plan a music festival and keep your event goers hydrated? Understaffing your event. Use an event app.

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Event Apps Venue Attendee Sustainability 209

Social Tables

DECEMBER 14, 2018

Marketers and event planners are aware and know too well how stressful their life can be. Planning a conference, planning an event for a huge crowd, an event where you are supposed to present your company, products, services, etc. Even the most seasoned event planners sometimes have to take a breather and step down.

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Endless Events

JULY 20, 2018

First, know what the top stressors for planners are. Then, you have to start scouting the venue, vendors, and speakers, with your eyes set on a specific date. 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.

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Trade Show Remote Events Sponsors 219

Endless Events

DECEMBER 4, 2018

How will the events industry fare this year, and what trends will rule the roost when it comes to event planners’ priorities? 2019 Event Trends: Your Audience Craves Authenticity. Infusing Events With Hands-On Experiences. This allows event organizers to get the right data at the right time.

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Trends Events Sustainability Sponsors 335

Social Tables

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Expert planners know that event engagement is vital to an event’s initial success, as well as the success of potential future events. But what is event engagement? With the majority of B2B marketers in agreement, it’s safe to say that successful events and event planners are able to engage with their audience.

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Endless Events

DECEMBER 30, 2019

“It’s been a struggle in event land and event app land. If we’re going to own a registration platform and then an event app and a room block a designator and we want people in that ecosystem and so there’s less incentive to open things up. Make sure you let us know. Stacy On IoT.

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Event Apps Events Technology Technology 194

Endless Events

JANUARY 9, 2023

Event management software can potentially make an event planner’s job more efficient. But when the right software doesn’t exist, planners are left to fend for themselves, often lacking solutions. In July, we discussed this exact issue in the episode, Why is there no good event software? You need that multiplier.

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Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 16, 2019

“It’s blown my mind how every year there are more and more and more vendors when it comes to the technology side for events. Specifically, we see a lot of mobile events, the mobile event apps that are out there”, says Brandt. Planners are busy”, explains Brandt. And he showed me.

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Endless Events

JULY 26, 2018

But, you’ll also find digital event apps useful in general when planning events with purpose. That’s because of their ability to personalize the event experience for event goers. Storytelling is a compelling way to connect with attendees when planning events with purpose. Go paperless.

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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. Talk it out with your AV vendor.

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Vendor Events Contracts Contracts 121

Convene by PCMA

JANUARY 22, 2025

” Julia Catanese, CMP, Senior Meetings, Events, and Trade Shows Planner, Cardinal Health I would make sustainability a fundamental aspect of every event. ” Halee Grimsdale, Experience Coordinator, e=mc2 events I would eliminate printed schedules and directories.

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Sustainability Meeting Trade Show Certification 52

Bizzaboo

DECEMBER 17, 2023

Contrary to popular belief, event attendees are big fans of specialized mobile event apps. Rather than contributing to app fatigue, a purpose-built event app can transform the event experience, increasing engagement while establishing a new standard of what events should look like.

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Social Tables

JANUARY 4, 2018

Using a combination of research and survey data, we’ve rounded up the 18 most important trends set to hit planners, hotels and venues in 2018. Make your life easier by partnering with a CVB who can find warehouse spaces that are appropriate for events of any size. Better events, no stress. Better buckle up! Sign Up Free.

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Trends Hospitality Social Media Events 167

Traveler's Q

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

From effective event registration, mobile apps, and audiovisual and presentation technologies, to social media and live streaming, the list of event tech solutions available to event planners is endless. However, mastering the art of event technology is critical to planning and hosting a successful event.

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Bizzaboo

OCTOBER 11, 2023

of organizers say event software has a major impact on the success of their events 67.4% of organizers say they have changed or plan to change their event management software vendor within the next year 72.5% Before advances in event technology, event planning was a very manual process.

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Event Technology Technology Technology Registration 105

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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Event Marketing Marketing Marketing Social Media 62

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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Event Technology Technology Technology Registration 98

Social Tables

OCTOBER 5, 2023

We’ve already seen how transforming the way event planners and venues create, manage, and host gatherings has drastically changed the landscape in the past few years. Cutting edge event technology tools, apps, and software We’ve gathered the top tools for every major category of event planning trends and needs.

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Social Tables

DECEMBER 27, 2018

For venues and planners, that means looking into the crystal ball to get ahead of event trends and expectations. Here, we cover the top 19 trends which promise to shake up event planning and hospitality in 2019 and beyond. Key Takeaway for Planners. Key Takeaway for Event Planners.

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Trends Meeting Planner Venue 167

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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Sustainability Management Transportation Events 105

Social Tables

DECEMBER 1, 2021

Highlight the event’s setup with time-lapse footage of the stage being built, vendor tents going up, or event parking getting roped off for attendees. In addition to getting registered attendees excited for the event, teaser videos can help drum up new interest as well. Run Facebook Event Ads. Tease your audience.

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Promotion Social Media Vendor Audience 88

Convene by PCMA

MAY 16, 2023

The next step was ensuring everyone associated with the event was aware and up to date on the situation, while also figuring out if and when they could proceed with the day’s agenda. In addition to e-mailing updates to attendees, RIMS staff used their mobile event app to send out push notifications.

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Event Apps Communications Communications Preparation 98

Endless Events

MARCH 11, 2019

Will Curran: I can’t say a single planner out there who doesn’t have a Marriott account that probably wasn’t by it. The attack vector is us as the events, and things like, for example, our registration systems, it’s our event apps, and it’s all just a starting point.

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Events Registration Networking Banking 269

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. Food service and other vendors.

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Social Media Registration Sponsors Events 98

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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Event Planning Sustainability Vendor Registration 52

Social Tables

JUNE 15, 2023

Review the list of planning duties that need accomplishing, such as: Finding a venue Deciding what to eat Booking vendors Purchasing decorations Booking hotel room blocks Researching activities and attractions In addition to pre-event duties, you might need volunteers to assist during the event. nuts, dairy, shellfish).

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Vendor Booking Venue Entertainment 78

Social Tables

JANUARY 4, 2018

Using a combination of research and survey data, we’ve rounded up the 18 most important trends set to hit planners, hotels and venues in 2018. Make your life easier by partnering with a CVB who can find warehouse spaces that are appropriate for events of any size. Intelligent planners will make friends with machines.

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Trends Hospitality Social Media Events 74

Bizzaboo

OCTOBER 18, 2023

of organizers say event software has a major impact on the success of their events 67.4% of organizers say they have changed or plan to change their event management software vendor within the next year 72.5% Consider these findings from our State of in-person B2B conferences report : 68.9%

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Bizzaboo

OCTOBER 3, 2023

To avoid this, you must craft a spectacular event with exceptional content and clear opportunities for attendee engagement. As you define different event personas, ask yourself the following questions to determine how to build your event registration : Should there be different ticket types or registration flows (i.e.,

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Audience Event Apps Registration Social Media 59

Stova

APRIL 4, 2024

How satisfied were you with the event? Do you plan to attend this event in the future, and why? Build a running list of your audience’s favorites to repeat in the next event. What features did you use most in the event app? Don’t forget to gather feedback on your event app.

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