Smart Meetings

MAY 20, 2022

“You have to know what you’re trying to accomplish before you even try and think about doing the technology,” urged Brandt Krueger, technical producer, owner of Event Technology Consulting and Smart Meetings’ event tech correspondent, during the Smart Chat Live! webinar, “Top Event Tech Tips From a Year of Change.”.

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Endless Events

MARCH 12, 2021

And all of this happened thanks to the wonderful opportunities put forward by technology. We saw it with the emergence of virtual event platforms that offered everything from AI matchmaking to virtual booths. But it also has some pitfalls, including loneliness, brought about by the 2D experience that platforms like Zoom offer.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 15, 2022

When more than 2,000 meeting professionals gather in person in Las Vegas and 10,000 register to stream Cvent Connect to both learn about new products and experience the platform for themselves. Opening the development doors to third-party developers will make Cvent’s platform stickier and enable more personalization. David Quattrone.

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Bizzaboo

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Welcome to the 2024 event technology guide! Not sure you need event technology? 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% Think again!

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 15, 2024

At the annual user conference Cvent Connect for a record 4,000 attendees in San Antonio this week, the event technology company which was purchased by Blackstone last year announced new products and acquisitions designed to better meet the needs of meeting professionals, whether planning simple events or complex hybrid affairs.

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Endless Events

MARCH 15, 2019

However, thanks to recent developments in technology, event automation can help both event profs in the planning and execution of events and attendees have the best event experience possible. In fact, event technology can not only reduce stress but increase planners’ productivity by 27%. That is huge!

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 31, 2021

And with the right technology , the networking and interaction in online events can mimic the natural mixing and mingling of in-person gatherings.”. Meeting and event planners recognize these benefits, and are taking advantage of significant advances in virtual event technology over the past 18 months.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 31, 2022

After two years of testing streaming platforms, meeting professionals are asking for more comprehensive solutions and a number of event technology companies have risen to the challenge. How it impacts you: The more turnkey streaming engagement platforms are, the easier it will be to distribute content more widely.

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Endless Events

DECEMBER 16, 2018

Brandt Krueger of Event Technology Consulting ( @BrandtKrueger ). Check out the epic resources mentioned in this episode: Corbin Ball & Associates – Meeting Technology Headquarters. Meeting U – Help people become more productive and comfortable with technology. James Spellos of Meeting U ( @jspellos ).

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Endless Events

DECEMBER 26, 2018

Follow our iconic guests on Twitter: David Merrell of AOO Events ( @DavidMerrell ). Brandt Krueger of Event Technology Consulting ( @BrandtKrueger ). Check out the epic resources mentioned in this episode: AOO Events – A multi-faceted creative company, specializing in event design and show production.

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Endless Events

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Data tracking for ROI: Event technology is a must to track attendee engagement. Some venues will supply scanning technology, while others will ask you to bring your own. Depending on your location, you may need to comply with specific COVID protocols. COVID compliance: The pandemic is far from over.

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Endless Events

APRIL 10, 2020

Give as much detail as you can when meeting with a virtual event production company. Virtual Event Platform. A pivotal piece of your virtual event will be the platform. We’ve already covered the reasons why you shouldn’t opt for a jack-of-all-trades style of platform. What will this look like at your event?

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Endless Events

JUNE 21, 2021

“ CrowdSync Technology is an event technology company, specializing in enhancing experiences and efficiencies through LED and RFID wearables. Our bread and butter is everything from music festivals to corporate events. We could transition into a vaccination passport ID platform and a universal application.”

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Smart Meetings

MAY 17, 2021

We were unable to connect to the platform from our remote location where we were broadcasting. We were getting a lot of, “Oh, it looks good on our side,” from the platform team. It’s not just a matter of getting a platform that has Q&A, polling and things like that. Doing Things Right But Still Coming Up Short.

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Endless Events

JULY 5, 2022

Over time, we started building a big influence in the events industry. We started putting out more content, not just on production, but general event planning. We started getting asked to do event technology, which became very impactful and important in 2020. You could be engaging on the event platform.

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Endless Events

JANUARY 28, 2022

Event trends 2022 are here and let us tell you, it’s an exciting year for event planners who dare to dream big. Those who’ve read our guide to event trends in 2022 already know how which hybrid event models hold the most promise and the role of event technology moving forward. Why community?

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

As soon as professional-level AV equipment gets involved, it becomes more complicated to beam in a presenter from another location. As we start to incorporate more event apps and connect virtual attendees with the in-person audience , we’ll need support onsite for the event technologies themselves.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 30, 2024

The marketplace has seen a significant shift towards hiring senior roles that require specific vertical experience and technological expertise. This includes roles like event technology specialists, event registration specialists, meeting and event planners, event marketing roles, and marketing specialists.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 27, 2021

Peltier discussed what makes a hybrid event different, how you can tackle some of those unique differences and some of the capabilities you might need to start exploring to execute a successful hybrid. Attendees will be in multiple locations, and with that, the way they consume content is going to be different. Hybrid Models.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 2, 2023

6 steps to finding the right event tech vendors and product Finding the right event tech can be a long, tedious process. The journey of locating vendors and the resources that best match your needs can send any planner into a tailspin. Where and in what time zone is your support team located? Are there add-ons available?

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Endless Events

MAY 27, 2019

. “I think that’s something that we maybe could even turn into a potential episode on its own is how important integrations are for event technology because so many of this tech that is coming out they’re oh yeah, we’re all in one. These platforms are getting bigger with more and more features.”

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Social Tables

APRIL 24, 2018

Here’s how they were able to create smart, stylized spaces for event attendees to enjoy throughout the weekend. Three key design characteristics CORT brought to golf event planning. The Bay Club on 17 offers access to an upscale lounge area as well as a viewing platform overlooking the 10 th fairway.

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Eventtia

JULY 20, 2023

According to The Future of Retail Report by Ernst & Young, published in 2023, “[…] intimacy has become more integral to developing the value propositions of mainstream retailers, especially as both technology and consumer expectations drive new forms of engagement and personalization.”

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Endless Events

JUNE 10, 2022

If they were let down by your event, offer actionable solutions to make your sponsors whole. Thanks to event technology and the community marketing model, you can expose your audience to sponsored content all year round rather than just at one in-person event. Check Your Event ROI. Platform analytics.

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Endless Events

APRIL 12, 2021

Is your platform able to easily export to those tools so that it’s easy for them to bring their leads directly into their sales funnel?” ” “That’s value as opposed to here’s a spreadsheet at the end of the event. . You have to find out which are the most popular sales tools that they’re using.

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Endless Events

MARCH 23, 2018

And if you’re concerned about investing in a “traditional” marketing platform, note that even today, email marketing has around 4,400% ROI. Intel’s Tips for Making Events Memorable. This is why it’s very important to vet new event technologies before adopting them. Is the tech a perfect fit your type of event?

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Stova

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Contactless event experiences have emerged as a transformative trend, redefining the landscape of conferences, concerts, trade shows, and more. In this blog, we’ll delve into contactless event technology that’s revolutionizing how we engage with events while ensuring safety, convenience, and interactivity.

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Techsytalk

NOVEMBER 15, 2018

Also, you can easily collect RSVPs with various platforms, consult the attendees and even find suppliers. There are social media such as LinkedIn, Eventility and LinkedIn Events that really do wonders when it comes to social media event promotion and the whole promotion itself. Promotion has never been easier.

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Endless Events

JUNE 6, 2018

Tech Companies – To Create Your Own Event App. All three of these event technology companies have a variety of levels and tools that will assist you and your attendees and they all have a range of companies that stand behind each product. LineUPR creates affordable apps for a wide range of events.

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Endless Events

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

For example, there were no live captions for streaming in a platform, so we paid for automated captions. Well, then, the platform came out with automated captions for free. Your platform technology might have built in a lot of labor hours to help build out your conference. And these things apply to your platforms too.

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Eventtia

JULY 20, 2023

According to The Future of Retail Report by Ernst & Young, published in 2023, “[…] intimacy has become more integral to developing the value propositions of mainstream retailers, especially as both technology and consumer expectations drive new forms of engagement and personalization.”

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Endless Events

MAY 9, 2023

Every event planner wants community, but you need to match the right types of people together to form that community — and that’s no small feat. If you use the right event platform , an AI engine can recommend new connections to each attendee based on shared attributes. Or one specific session had low attendance.

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Bizzaboo

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Understanding the benefits of virtual networkingsuch as the ability to connect people across locations, provide tailored networking opportunities, and collect valuable insights in real timewill help you build a strategy that delivers. Defining clear objectives and using the right tools to bring those goals to life.

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Endless Events

MAY 18, 2021

They cover every important aspect of planning the perfect hybrid event: technology, safety measures, and audience engagement. Before Sarah and Kelly talk about hybrid event tips and tricks, they need to go all the way back to March 2020 when Hilton pivoted from in-person events to virtual and hybrid events.

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Endless Events

JUNE 29, 2020

Multiple event organizers have switched to omnichannel platforms such as social media, television advertising, and off-premises tools like QR Codes and NFC tags to generate awareness, drive traffic, and promote their upcoming events to enhance viewer participation. . Contact Tracing of Attendees And Delegates .

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Endless Events

JANUARY 9, 2023

Planners often need software they can use in the beginning stages of event planning, not just when a schedule is finalized and polished. I’ve seen some online platforms that want you to fill things out thoroughly. You end up having that dual location data issue, and that’s why custom integration with software could be huge.”.

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Traveler's Q

JUNE 5, 2024

Outdoor ingenuity is your guide to orchestrating summer corporate events that inspire, entertain, and underscore your commitment to eco-friendly practices Innovative Themes for Outdoor Corporate Events Summer events provide an ideal platform to break the monotony of conventional indoor settings.

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