Smart Meetings

JULY 22, 2024

Amid the whirlwind of a high-powered CEO or celebrity’s life, many still find time to speak at corporate events, but what happens when these A-list event speakers’ busy lives get the best of them and they need to bow out of their speaking commitment, or they don’t arrive at the anticipated time?

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Endless Events

OCTOBER 25, 2019

As an event planner, you’re juggling a dozen or more balls. You’re dealing with vendors, speakers, performers, caterers, marketers, the media, you name it. Airtable is an excellent resource for event managers who need to track attendees, press releases, or marketing materials. There must be an easier way, right?

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ADMEI

DECEMBER 13, 2023

How DMCs Can Help You Manage the Unexpected 13 December 2023 You’re probably already familiar with this popular phrase in the hospitality industry: expect the unexpected. Even the most meticulously planned events can fall prey to natural disasters, a pandemic, vendor cancellations, and keynote speaker travel delays.

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Social Tables

JANUARY 27, 2021

Skip to content Menu Solutions Interactive Floor Plans Collaborative event sales software that increases qualified leads and drives direct revenue. Event Diagramming Collaborative event management software that saves time, boosts revenue and drives loyalty.

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Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 14, 2018

Back in the dark ages, event marketers had a slim handful of solutions to choose from. The result was that it was difficult to find event management software that fits like a glove. Today, event professionals have a vast ecosystem of event platforms to peruse—each of which is able to provide unique advantages.

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Endless Events

MAY 20, 2022

While it is impossible to give event planners a generalized estimate of the budget for hybrid events, we can break it down into bite-sized items that’ll make the budgeting process much more manageable. Hybrid Event Budgets: How Much? Main Hybrid Event Budget Items. Speakers & Emcees.

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Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

So, you want to plan an event. Take the event planning process one step at a time. How about you start with creating an event timeline? Event timelines help you stay on track and get you excited about the event you’re going to throw together. Events are never a one-person job.

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Endless Events

JANUARY 9, 2023

Event management software can potentially make an event planner’s job more efficient. In July, we discussed this exact issue in the episode, Why is there no good event software? What Does Joi Bring to Event Management. For Will, custom integrations can make a huge difference in event management software.

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Endless Events

FEBRUARY 16, 2018

Whether it’s picking out the right event management system or marketing partners for promotion, we face a dozen important decisions about our events each day. So with that in mind, we set out to give you a few tips for making the right choices for your events. Your Guide to Choosing the Best Event Management System.

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Endless Events

MARCH 17, 2020

After all, how do you switch your in-person event to a virtual event? . Here at Endless, we frequently produce virtual events managing all of our clients’ technology (from cameras to software, when I say ALL). In fact, see how we handle virtual events check out our case study with Morton Salt here.

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Endless Events

OCTOBER 19, 2018

After all, event industry blogs are accessible, provide information about events from around the globe and cover every aspect of event planning. You can find bigger and better ways to deploy events, the latest in event tech, and follow where other event profs’ careers are taking them. Gallus Events.

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Endless Events

JUNE 3, 2020

On this week’s episode of Whiteboard Wednesday, our incredible host Will Curran will teach all about the components of a virtual event production company. Virtual Event Production Team: Management. Also, they’re the ones who manage the entire technical setup. Next up is your project manager.

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Endless Events

MAY 26, 2020

Because now that everyone is jumping into the virtual event bandwagon, this is something we had to talk about. Remote Design Week managed to do exactly what planners everywhere want to do. It was a massive virtual event with over 50 speakers and a whopping 3,000 attendees! More about the planning process.

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Endless Events

MAY 22, 2020

Obviously, a virtual event platform is an integral part of the entire experience. This platform is the place through which you, your attendees, your speakers, the sponsors, and the entertainment will connect. It can train your speakers and arm them with best practices. Remember, you still need the nails to assemble the chair.

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Social Tables

APRIL 22, 2019

When you start planning an event, one of the first things you should do is figure out your event planning timeline. The next time you start to plan an event, consider using this helpful guide to create an event planning schedule that works for you. What is a long-term event planning timeline?

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Social Tables

APRIL 20, 2023

Event planning consistently ranks as one of most stressful jobs in the U.S. Whether planners find themselves forced to work with difficult personalities, try to juggle juxtaposing requests, fix event planning mistakes, or balance dozens of last-minute event changes, event planners have plenty of reasons to feel stressed.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Realizing the potential for a winter storm or another weather disaster while planning your meeting or event will help keep your attendees safe while reducing the risk of significant financial losses. 2: Always Have a Backup Plan (or Several) As a meeting planner, you know that not having a Plan B, C or Z, means you are doomed.

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Eventtia

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Event management is more than just planning events; it’s about creating memorable, engaging experiences that align with an organization’s goals. In this article, we’ll dive into the core aspects of event management, practical strategies, and the latest technology solutions shaping the future of events.

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Traveler's Q

AUGUST 1, 2024

Artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots are spearheading a revolution in event management, transforming every aspect from ticketing to navigation. This technological leap is reshaping the event planning and attendance landscape, offering unprecedented efficiency and personalization.

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ADMEI

MARCH 20, 2024

Reflections on ADMEI 2024 Annual Conference: “In the Zone” 20 March 2024 The 2024 ADMEI Annual Conference, aptly themed "In the Zone," delivered a powerful punch of education, networking, and industry insights for Destination Management Companies (DMCs) worldwide.

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Endless Events

APRIL 6, 2018

So first, understand the value that an app will add to your event. Event Planning Across Industries. One of the wonders of being an event planner is that you’re never stuck within a single “industry” You may choose to specialize not just in a field but in a sphere of your choosing. Click To Tweet.

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Endless Events

MARCH 9, 2018

So we have compiled our favorite meeting planner tips and few tricks to help you manage your time by using some classic event management shortcuts. These include using the right on-site event management system, discovering the perfect venue, and making sure your goals tie in with your attendees’ goals.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Our goal is to help you excel in your event planning endeavors. By addressing and overcoming these obstacles, we aim to simplify your planning process, enhance your events, and significantly improve your return on investment. We’re committed to ensuring the best possible outcomes for you and your events!

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 30, 2019

For the last 25 years, a former drama teacher from The Netherlands has been advocating for taking a similar approach to event planning. You can skip just about any other part of a meeting—a venue, a meal, even a speaker and still be productive, but if there isn’t relevant content, then it isn’t a meeting.”.

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Eventtia

MAY 11, 2022

If this is your first time planning an event, chances are, knowing where to get started can be daunting, but fear not as you’ve come to the right place. In this ultimate event planning guide, we will discuss all you need to know about planning, organizing, and executing an event in this step-by-step guide.

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Endless Events

APRIL 9, 2021

And it can’t be thrown together without a considerable level of awareness about what actually goes into producing a virtual event. While many will be mindful of basics like marketing and project management, few will know that they have to consider costs involving equipment, labor, and studios.

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Endless Events

JULY 5, 2018

That’s why we’re going to jump in and explore the potential virtual participation has for the event industry, from small conferences through to live sporting events. We’ll discover: The reality of virtual speakers at events. The benefits of hybrid events. The perks of using VR before an event even starts.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Romie Dr. Romie, Great Wolf Resorts Board-certified physician, award-winning wellness speaker and founder of brainSHIFT, Dr. Romie , begins a new role as chief wellness officer for Great Wolf Resorts. She has an extensive background in the hospitality industry, especially with hotel management and sales. Before joining Play Social Inc.,

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Endless Events

MARCH 24, 2022

Event feed posts : number of likes and comments. Speaker profile visits. Speakers logged in : number or %. Average speaker rating. Most/least bookmarked speakers. Posts per discussion forum. Presenter KPIs. CFP (call for papers) received. Tradeshow KPIs.

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Endless Events

MAY 10, 2019

The number of businesses organizing 20 or more events each year is rising. That said, you might find yourself needing to balance planning a massive convention with smaller events. Planning a franchise convention, or even just a corporate meeting for your franchise, is no easy feat. It’s also a lot of work.

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Endless Events

JUNE 1, 2022

In today’s Whiteboard Wednesday , we tackle the question: What is an event chatbot? They help us manage our schedules, fulfill our requests, and instantly answer questions we might have about the weather, the news, – and events. In this 12-minute video, Brandt Krueger goes over the event chatbot basics.

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Endless Events

JUNE 10, 2022

The final step in the event management process is a follow-up meeting after the event to discuss the event’s overall ROI, attendee and sponsor feedback, and make the necessary readjustments to the overarching event strategy. Event professionals have to come to follow-up meetings after events well-prepared.

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Endless Events

APRIL 28, 2020

Let’s assume you took the right steps and managed to avoid mistakes #1 and #3 and you not only put together extremely interesting content, but you also went out of your way to plan a longer event with shorter days in order to maximize engagement. 8 Not Rehearsing. . # 8 Not Rehearsing.

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Endless Events

JANUARY 12, 2018

As we kick off 2018, we’re excited to discover a lot of new event ideas for 2018 to energize our event planning. More than the technology itself, it’s really great to finally see innovations in personalization and customization gearing up to be the central theme in this year’s events. Click To Tweet.

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

The most common mistake we’ve noticed is that many event planners still plan their virtual or hybrid events based on an in-person-only format. But here’s the situation: the events industry is not going back to how things used to be. Building events since : 2020. Building events since : 2016.

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Endless Events

MAY 14, 2021

The past year was a challenging one, sure, but it was also one that allowed us to understand the raw and unrealized potential of events as a whole. Global Events & International Event Planning. And the same goes for speakers! “You’re easily scaling up the event, using a virtual or hybrid scenario.

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Endless Events

AUGUST 17, 2018

Or by constructing the talk in such a way that it syncs the brains of the audience and the speaker in remarkable ways. The secret is to make an impression with the venue design itself, even before they get to the keynote speakers. Tips for Growing Your Event Revenue. Use Your Speakers as Event Ambassadors.

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