Convene by PCMA

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Making sure attendees use the event app you’ve created requires your organization to market the app before your event takes place. Your organization has created an event app that will seamlessly integrate with the in-person experience — but how do you encourage attendees to use it?

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Event Apps Marketing Marketing Registration 111

Endless Events

MARCH 7, 2022

When we talk about the most popular event platform features , we typically think of registration and ticketing , integrations, gamification, and analytics reporting, for example. But what good are any of those if event planners are not taught how to use them or if they stop working mid-event? Who will enter the data?”

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 15, 2024

“It’s gonna create an ‘easy button’ that you can click, and boom, it will analyze years of unwieldy data, build an event based on those insights with suggested locations, amount of space, speakers, content, length of time for sessions and all the marketing materials you need to promote it. All of these things that take time goes away.”

Registration 264

Registration Meeting Proposal Trade Show 264

Endless Events

JUNE 1, 2018

87% of executives believe that live events will be instrumental in their B2B marketing strategy Click To Tweet. Turn Your Free Events into Blockbusters. Attendance at free events is difficult to gauge because there are no ticket sales to speak of. Pre-registration numbers may be unreliable. Instagram for Event Success.

Event Planning 214

Event Planning B2B Event Apps Registration 214

Bizzaboo

JANUARY 6, 2025

A thoughtful planning process is key to ensuring the event aligns with your goals and resonates with your target audience. Heres what this phase entails: Defining Clear Objectives: Clearly articulate the goals of your conference, whether it’s to promote brand awareness, generate leads, or foster knowledge sharing.

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Conference Management Automation Social Media 105

Endless Events

APRIL 13, 2022

So, how can event organizers measure and increase attendee retention ? Registration analytics will show how many guests are returning, while session, engagement, and content analytics offer insights into attendee behavior. Others, however, would rather talk to event staff than fill out surveys on event platforms or event apps.

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Audience Attendee Social Media Registration 315

Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 14, 2018

For instance, some event management software may come with easy-to-set-up event registration pages, but be lacking in comprehensive event promotion and analytics tools. Other platforms may come with comprehensive event marketing and analytics tools but are lacking in functions for engaging attendees.

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Management Event Apps Platform Automation 280

Endless Events

JULY 19, 2018

Notably, in the form of chatbots as well as integrated into fully-fledged event apps. Each has their perks for both event profs and event-goers, and we’ll be looking at how the functions you may already know them to have can be pushed further in future events. What are event apps and their perks?

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Event Apps Social Media Events Attendee 204

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.

Event Marketing 62

Event Marketing Marketing Marketing Social Media 62

Endless Events

MARCH 8, 2018

You can even create new ideas or tools to make your event and business sustainable. You know that sign-up, registration and scheduling are areas you want to target to become sustainable, but how? A big way to add sustainability to your event is to create an online platform for registration and it’s easy!

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Sustainability Trends Events Social Media 288

Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

“A large group of our attendees will be coming from Vegas from IMEX , so we know that the chances are—I hate to say good—but greater than they would be if they weren’t attending that event before.”. “We’ll We’ll have health and safety protocols on our mobile event app,” Burke said. “We’ll

Insurance 246

Insurance Event Apps Attendee Conference 246

Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

You planned a spectacular event. No wonder registrations soared off the charts. Do you cancel or continue with your live event as planned? The fact is your event deserves to be successful despite all the uncertainties in the market. For example, enrich live events with prerecorded content by thought leaders.

Speakers 246

Speakers Audience Registration Sponsors 246

Social Tables

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Have you ever tried to teach a class, promote a discussion, or get people to join in on an activity only to be met with blank stares and an awkward silence? 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?

Social Media 176

Social Media Registration Virtual Events Audience 176

Endless Events

JUNE 15, 2022

For example, they can make references to your event theme and promote your event games. Experiential Events As Part Of Community Marketing. Similarly, the experience itself should stretch out beyond the event itself.

Marketing 296

Marketing Marketing Audience Social Media 296

Bizzaboo

AUGUST 7, 2023

Event ticketing and registration are the first — and perhaps most important — opportunities to impress attendees with a seamless, personalized experience and set the stage for a successful event. In a post-pandemic, in-person-first world, ticketing is vital for getting participants onboarded to your full event experience.

Registration 92

Registration Social Media Events Advertising 92

Bizzaboo

DECEMBER 4, 2024

This ensures future events offer more engaging and valuable programming. Feedback uncovers pain points — like registration issues or problems with a virtual event platform — that can be addressed to improve the attendee journey. These insights are essential for optimizing future events. Identify improvement opportunities.

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Sponsors Speakers Attendee Virtual Events 105

Social Tables

DECEMBER 1, 2021

Social media has long been an important part of event marketing and promotion. Facebook can be used to promote all kinds of events — from conferences and conventions to birthday parties and retirement celebrations. In this blog post, we’re going to walk you through how to promote an event on Facebook from start to finish.

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Promotion Social Media Vendor Audience 88

Social Tables

MAY 13, 2022

There are tons of virtual event technology tools out there, and it’s paramount to pick what fits your specific needs. Look for software that offers things like clear video-streaming services, attendance tracking tools, interactive polling, lightning-fast registration, and data collection services. . Get started free.

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Virtual Events Social Media Registration Audience 148

Endless Events

APRIL 22, 2022

You can use a viral waitlist app to manage your future community members. Incentivize members to invite their peers by moving them up on the waitlist the more they promote it. Make sure your event app/platform can process recurring memberships and not only 1-time purchases. Step 4: Plan In-Person Events.

Sponsors 194

Sponsors Social Media Platform Audience 194

Eventtia

MAY 11, 2022

Here are some SMART goals examples for event planning: Receive 100 purchases for products promoted in the event. Get 1000 more social media mentions during the event. Get 1000 more Instagram followers before, during, and a week after the event. Makes top-level decisions including managing the event budget.

Event Planning 123

Event Planning Sponsors Registration Events 123

Endless Events

JULY 18, 2018

Finding the right balance between a personalized event experience and invasive marketing. Use audience responses to inspire new “event paths”. It’s more important than ever to pinpoint the interests of attendees by collecting data throughout the registration process and up to when they arrive at your event.

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Event Apps Events Communications Communications 159

Traveler's Q

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

A well-designed website not only attracts potential attendees but also provides a platform for communicating important event information such as dates, schedules, speakers, and locations. A responsive website design that is optimized for mobile devices further enhances an event’s reach and accessibility.

Social Media 130

Social Media Event Apps Sponsors Website 130

Traveler's Q

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Events have evolved significantly over the years, and technology has been at the forefront. Event technology has become an essential aspect of planning and executing successful events. One of the primary advantages of event technology is that it allows you to choose the right tools that fit your specific needs.

Event Technology 130

Event Technology Technology Technology Social Media 130

Social Tables

JUNE 8, 2022

If you notice a gradual decline during your event, audience members likely became less engaged over time. A sudden decline in audience retention could indicate that attendees disliked event content. . Offer free and relevant downloads to registrants prior to your event. Incorporate the use of a mobile event app.

Audience 149

Audience Speakers Attendee Virtual Events 149

Bizzaboo

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

To help you keep track of every step of the event-organizing process, we’ve put together a comprehensive event strategy guide focused on these five steps: . Plan the Event. Launch the Event. Promote the Event . Manage the Event. Wrap Up and Measure Event Success. Set Event Ticket Pricing.

Social Media 98

Social Media Registration Sponsors Events 98

Stova

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Onsite event technology can greatly enhance areas like information dissemination, wayfinding, networking, security and contingency planning, lead capture, and data collection. of attendees consider a mobile event app essential for in-person conferences. Female event professional looking at mobile app. com, 67.5%

Event Apps 52

Event Apps Events Networking Attendee 52

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? With apps in hand, attendees can provide feedback as soon as a session ends.

Event Apps 52

Event Apps Registration Networking Events 52

Bizzaboo

AUGUST 3, 2023

Asking for a comparison with other event software will help you assess the honesty of their sales process, which reflects the company’s values. Can I monitor event registration and campaign performance in real time? How many payment processors/types does your registration platform support? Do you offer an event app?

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Management Registration Vendor Event Apps 98

Bizzaboo

MAY 28, 2023

Onsite registration has a profound impact on your attendees’ overall event experience. When attendees enter an event venue, the onsite registration and event badge printing process is like your storefront — the first look at what the event will be like. How To Overcome Onsite Registration Challenges 1.

Registration 52

Registration Conference Event Apps Event Technology 52

Traveler's Q

MARCH 7, 2024

In addition, this trend is technology-driven, with platforms and tools aimed at enhancing the experience and measuring the success of these micro-networking events. Virtual and Hybrid Events As we look toward 2024, it’s clear that virtual and hybrid events will continue to be at the forefront of event planning.

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Networking Event Apps Trends Events 130

Eventtia

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Marketing and Promotion Once your event is configured and online registrations are ready to launch, it’s time to imagine and execute a great marketing strategy for your target audience. Tactics can include your event website, email campaigns, social media posts, influencer partnerships, and paid ads.

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Traveler's Q

MAY 1, 2023

Through effective event branding, companies can communicate their values, personality, and message to their target audience. Branding can be incorporated into various aspects of the event, including signage, promotional materials, social media campaigns, and more.

Social Media 130

Social Media Website Audience Events 130

Social Tables

JANUARY 4, 2018

That speed and ease has led us to a state of modern ecommerce that has consumers growingly impatient with drawn out registration and booking processes. That means taking steps like making pre-loaded flight plans and other options readily available in registration material, or even adding a concierge for attendees. Event Apps.

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Trends Hospitality Social Media Events 167

Stova

JULY 19, 2024

Successful event communications is the gravity that pulls prospective attendees through your registration process. It inspires people to turn out for your event in record numbers and rave about the experience to colleagues and friends. Choose an existing event website template or use built-in tools to customize your own.

Registration 52

Registration Communications Communications Prospect 52

Stova

APRIL 25, 2024

It’s even more important now to gather this data from your in-person events. When you use other forms of promotion, such as social media, you hope the right people will see it. Email marketing allows you to get in direct contact with your potential event attendees with ease.

Marketing 105

Marketing Marketing Social Media Audience 105

Stova

MARCH 25, 2024

The Definitive Guide to Event Registration This guide will teach you how to create a successful event registration strategy and help you deliver the best registration experience for your attendees, exhibitors, and sponsors. Registration is at the heart of meetings and events.

Registration 40

Registration Social Media Event Apps Website 40

Bizzaboo

APRIL 3, 2023

Case in point: On the Bizzabo platform, 51% of events in January 2023 were virtual. of event marketers work with a production services company to help execute virtual events ( Bizzabo , 2020) 93% of event professionals plan to invest in virtual events moving forward ( Bizzabo , 2020) 80.2%

Marketing 105

Marketing Marketing Trends Virtual Events 105