Endless Events

APRIL 27, 2018

Online Event Marketing Techniques. While nothing impacts the image of brands more than face-to-face marketing, online searches also do a great deal of confirming or denying the impressions of potential customers about a brand. Click To Tweet. Traveling Abroad? Take Note of These Tips.

Corporate Meeting 209

Corporate Meeting Trends Meeting Entertainment 209

Social Tables

FEBRUARY 28, 2017

Today’s event attendee is looking for a unique perspective on the culture and creations of a city’s emerging maker community. Here are our top 3 best practices for finding local vendors: Instagram. Local Markets. We are luckily to live in a region with incredible markets that highlight the best-of small business in the region.

Vendor 113

Vendor Proposal Certification Insurance 113

Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 20, 2023

AI, inclusive travel and an engaged workforce were top of mind in Lake Tahoe DMA West took to the new Tahoe Blue Event Center in Stateline, Nevada, this October for its 2023 Education Summit & Vendor Showcase. The event brought together 42 DMOs and 19 vendors, including Smart Meetings.

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Education Culture Vendor Online 246

Endless Events

OCTOBER 4, 2022

To calculate ROI, you’ll need to know all of your expenses for the event and all of the revenue the event generated. The issue is that some costs, like labor or third-party vendors, are tricky to calculate. Remember to factor in all of your expenses, so you have a better idea of your actual event ROI.

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Registration Sponsors Events Trade Show 317

Endless Events

JUNE 22, 2018

This guide lists two of the most common marketing tools and how to work with event marketing software. Plus, the theme should be creative enough to spark interest and make people want to join the event as opposed to just logging into the online communities most of them are accustomed to. Click To Tweet.

Trade Show 218

Trade Show Promotion Social Media Venue 218

Eventtia

JUNE 28, 2022

But you can’t afford to take any shortcuts if you expect your event to be successful. Enter event marketing automation — the marvel can help you eliminate tedious marketing chores and get things done in less time while helping you achieve more than you ever thought possible. What is event marketing automation?

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Automation Event Marketing Event Planning Marketing 77

Social Tables

JANUARY 17, 2018

You can create your own checklist template in Microsoft® Word® or find a template from a book on professional event coordination. You can also use a free online app, such as Asana or Podio , that allows you to design your own process and work collaboratively with your event staff. Choosing an event theme isn’t just for fun.

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Event Planning Logistics Vendor Social Media 137

Social Tables

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Are they asking questions about the event topic or specific event details? Pay attention to their feedback to get a better understanding of your target audience and create more informed event marketing. Strategies to improve engagement during an event. Measure engagement live in your event app or on social media.

Social Media 176

Social Media Registration Virtual Events Audience 176

Bizzaboo

MARCH 15, 2023

Over the last three years, Skift Meetings has hosted more than 80,000 attendees at 26 webinars and events, published 27 reports, written more than 500 articles, and more. PCMA PCMA (Professional Convention Management Association) is a nonprofit organization serving the business events industry.

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Website Planner Certification Publishing 98

Social Tables

JUNE 17, 2024

Planners can promote the venue’s one-of-a-kind design, exceptional services, and other amenities to generate online engagement, which can boost event registration and attendance. Create more memorable marketing. Promoting a unique host venue to create event marketing that sticks in viewers’ minds.

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Venue Conference Trends Advertising 106

MeetingsNet

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

workforce engaged in freelance work in 2023—an increase of 4 million professionals from the year before, according to a study conducted by online freelance marketplace UpWork. Senior freelance roles requiring specific vertical expertise—like event-technology and event-marketing specialists—have become more sought after.”

Communications 98

Communications Communications Vendor Planner 98

Bizzaboo

AUGUST 3, 2023

Here are some telling statistics about event tech: 68.9% of organizers say event software has a major impact on the success of their events ( Bizzabo , 2023) 67.4% of organizers say they have changed or plan to change their event management software vendor within the next year ( Bizzabo , 2023) 72.5%

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Management Registration Vendor Event Apps 98

Bizzaboo

MARCH 4, 2020

Event marketers are no strangers to last-minute changes and crises. Making the Move to a Virtual Event. Nothing’s better than in-person, but if it’s a choice between having an event virtually or not having one at all, some organizers are choosing to move things online. Postponing your Event.

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Conference Speakers Vendor Registration 128

Eventtia

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

This guide aims to simplify the process by offering a step-by-step framework on how to identify the event planning platform that meets your requirements. Let’s take them one by one: Specialized Tools Specialized event management tools excel in performing specific functions related to event planning.

Management 117

Management Registration Vendor Proposal 117

Bizzaboo

JULY 28, 2023

Regardless of whether you’re planning a dazzling conference, a mind-blowing trade show, or an interactive webinar, success starts with effective event marketing. But how do you market your event effectively? Well, that depends on the event marketing tools you use.

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Event Marketing Marketing Marketing Social Media 52

Social Tables

OCTOBER 5, 2023

This tool harnesses the capabilities of the SAP Ariba platform as a dedicated hub for generating and collaborating on “Direct Material” sourcing events. Vendor Marketplace. This sourcing directory can help event planners find vendors for all aspects of their events, from A/V to lighting to catering.

Event Technology 88

Event Technology Technology Technology Vendor 88

MeetingsNet

JULY 9, 2021

During Professional Convention Management Association’s annual meeting known as EduCon, held July 7-9 in Phoenix as well as online, one session that drew an unexpectedly large number of longtime planners was titled “Settling and Scaling Budgets in an Uncertain Landscape.”.

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Vendor Events Planner Communications 105

Convene by PCMA

OCTOBER 22, 2021

With that in mind, we are dedicating the upcoming edition of Convene fully — our first single-topic issue — to the climate crisis, and what the business events industry is doing to address this global challenge. By shifting our focus from short- to long-term, event marketers can do more than react to change.

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Sustainability Public Relations Events Event Marketing 98

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. Promote live-streaming pre-event Q&As or information sessions before going live. Tease your audience.

Promotion 88

Promotion Social Media Vendor Audience 88

Social Tables

JUNE 17, 2021

Use your answers to these questions to make sure your website is clear, compelling, and matches the style and tone of your events. If you need some inspiration, take a look at these 7 stunning examples of event planner website design. Create and grow relationships, both online and off.

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Planner Marketing Marketing Social Media 148

Eventtia

DECEMBER 30, 2022

Event marketing, simply put, is about letting people know about the existence of the event you’re hosting, and convincing them so they’ll join the event. We can argue that marketing has become more complicated than ever before. How To Market an Event: Best Practices. Define Event Marketing Goals.

Social Media 91

Social Media Promotion Media Registration 91

Social Tables

SEPTEMBER 8, 2017

Think of your community’s largest local events, or popular niche-events—and find a way to host a coinciding event. This could include something as simple as a check-in booth during an event, or create a strategic partnership with one of the event vendors. Click To Tweet.

Venue 68

Venue Planner Marketing Marketing 68

Eventtia

JUNE 8, 2023

Virtual event management The quick rise of online events has quickly forced us to take our know-how of in-person event management and adapt it to the virtual world. This step is by far the most time consuming and consists of a long list of actions (see below) depending on the type of event you’re running.

Management 109

Management Logistics Events Speakers 109

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% Today, event marketers have an array of technologies to choose from and incorporate into their event tech stack.

Event Technology 105

Event Technology Technology Technology Registration 105

Eventtia

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

This guide aims to simplify the process by offering a step-by-step framework on how to identify the event planning platform that meets your requirements. Let’s take them one by one: Specialized Tools Specialized event management tools excel in performing specific functions related to event planning.

Management 96

Management Registration Vendor Proposal 96

Bizzaboo

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

Here are some examples of what your event technology stack may include: Event management tools : ticketing and registration, access management, contact management, and event reporting. Event marketing tools : website builder, email marketing tools, personalized registration flows, promo codes, and UTM links.

Event Technology 98

Event Technology Technology Technology Registration 98

Stova

MARCH 17, 2023

The Complete Guide to Event Marketing This guide will tell you what matters now and what will matter going forward in event marketing. Introduction We are all familiar with the adoption rates of social networks and online communities. What is Event Marketing? Why is Event Marketing Important?

Event Marketing 40

Event Marketing Marketing Marketing Social Media 40

Social Tables

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Secure an impressive number of sellers, invite area restaurants or food trucks to participate, and market the event regionally months in advance to get the word out. Charge a small per person entry fee, and request that vendors agree to donate a small percentage of their earnings to the cause. Host a talent night!

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Organization Social Media Sponsors Vendor 78

Eventtia

OCTOBER 20, 2022

Distribute roles among the team members: Event/project manager Scheduling Venue/show floor manager Creative design Marketing and communications Sponsorship manager Registration and check-ins Develop event branding. Launch event registration. Launch event registration. 2nd Phase: Up to 3-4 months before the event.

Event Planning 62

Event Planning Vendor Registration Social Media 62

Bizzaboo

DECEMBER 22, 2020

For many event organizers, virtual events present a new opportunity for overstepping the hurdles of social distancing and engaging audiences around the world. Planners have already made their intentions clear, with 93% of event marketers already planning to incorporate virtual events into their strategy in 2021 and beyond.

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Virtual Events Conference Insurance Events 105

Social Tables

DECEMBER 13, 2016

It’s a free tool that will let you know when they are mentioned online (news, press, etc.). Host an Event for Clients, Prospects and Partners. Host an event to stay connected with your vendors. For the top four or five people or companies that you really want to stay in touch with, look into setting up a Talkwalker Alert.

Event Planning 98

Event Planning Marketing Marketing Events 98

Bizzaboo

APRIL 27, 2023

For details on the structure of the exam and testing periods — and to learn more about the online event planning classes — check out the ILEA website. CPCE: Certified Professional in Catering and Events What Is CPCE Certification? DES: Digital Event Strategist What Is DES Certification? Learn more: ILEA 3.

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Certification Event Planning Trade Show Planner 98

MeetingsNet

MARCH 16, 2020

COVID-19 spurs Aventri to partner with three digital-event vendors with expertise in both the corporate and association markets. Aventri, a widely used event-management software platform, has entered into partnerships with three virtual-event companies.

Virtual Events 57

Virtual Events Platform Meeting Vendor 57

Social Tables

MAY 14, 2019

Marketer(s) We’ll touch on everything that goes into a good marketing plan a bit later in this post, but trust us when we say you might want an expert to help you promote your event. This is where a strong event marketing plan comes into play — but there’s no one-size fits all.

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SEO Proposal Sponsors Events 141

ITA Group

JANUARY 28, 2022

Vendor and speaker coordination. Event gifting. Proprietary self-service online booking tool (integrated with registration) . Our event staff takes care of everything so you’re able to serve as the face of the event. Vendor management. Event check-in and attendee inquiries. Event Marketing.

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Management Automotive Contracts Contracts 52

Bizzaboo

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

Do you want your virtual events to reach a global and multilingual audience? Are you trying to address inclusion and accessibility needs for online or hybrid events and webinars? Bizzabo also has both in-house and native production services, so you don’t have to outsource and find yet another vendor.

Virtual Events 98

Virtual Events Events Platform Audience 98

Eventtia

APRIL 18, 2022

Since a crucial aspect of successful event planning is to maintain a strict timeline, we’ll divide this checklist into several phases so you can easily keep track of your event’s actual timeline based on these phases. Identify other vendors that may have dependencies with your venue choices (i.e., Event website.

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Sponsors Social Media Registration Events 62