Smart Meetings

APRIL 14, 2022

Predictions are that 40% of 2022 events are projected to happen online, there will be a 37% increase in companies’ virtual event spending, and 20% of trade shows will remain virtual. Understanding that data is a key component in reinventing the business model that’s right for your event.”.

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Trade Show Virtual Events Sponsors Events 246

Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Over our 23 years in the professional event production industry, we’ve identified several key elements that often prevent our clients’ events from achieving outstanding success. Our goal is to help you excel in your event planning endeavors. Virtual events: Plan 2-4 months in advance.

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Rehearsal Communications Communications Preparation 246

Endless Events

JULY 17, 2020

As event planners learn how to transition into the hybrid model , they must acknowledge it comes with its own set of challenges. And one of the most complex pertains to networking for hybrid events. One of the biggest pitfalls of hybrid events is neglecting the virtual audience. So keep reading for the full scope!

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Networking Remote Audience Events 279

Smart Meetings

MARCH 21, 2022

Brands are the mark that organizations leave on their audiences, and when it comes to producing a compelling and impactful event, effective brand management is key. A skilled event management team will be able to purposefully apply the following general points to create a winning branded experience that lasts far beyond the event dates.

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Social Media Events Audience Proposal 264

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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Registration Meeting Proposal Trade Show 264

Smart Meetings

JUNE 28, 2022

The process for creating a request for proposal (RFP) has wildly changed now that virtual and hybrid events are regularly in our repertoire. While we’re excited to welcome back face-to-face events, we know that attendees and companies require flexibility. This means virtual and hybrid events aren’t going away anytime soon.

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Technology Technology Event Apps Social Media 264

Endless Events

APRIL 15, 2019

If you tuned in last week, you know Event Tech Podcast dived deep into the waters of how to save money on AV. Will and Curran are joined by Andrew Latimer, Design Engineer, and Endless Events’ AV Einstein. Last episode, Event Tech touched a little bit upon the how’s of negotiation. First Things First.

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Events Proposal Consulting Venue 252

Endless Events

APRIL 14, 2020

Today we’re talking about sponsorships for virtual events! But now that planners are trying to figure out how to turn in-person events into virtual ones , things get a little bit confusing. Overall, is it even possible to create such a thing as sponsorships for virtual events? How can they replicate this?

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Virtual Events Sponsors Events Proposal 279

Endless Events

OCTOBER 9, 2019

It’s time for another episode of Whiteboard Wednesday, and this time we’re building the ultimate event layout! Just like many other parts of your event, layout is something to think about. But on the other hand, a great layout might just be the key to get your attendees to fall in love with the event!

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Attendee Events Registration Conference 278

ADMEI

APRIL 24, 2024

5 Tips for Engaging with First-Timers at Annual Events 24 April 2024 No matter what kind of yearly event you’re planning, every attendee matters. This event planning checklist will help you exceed expectations with your first-time attendees. Host a special event. Communicate well from the first moment.

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Destination Management Registration Events Communications 211

Smart Meetings

JULY 15, 2024

That is why we cornered Cvent Senior Vice President of Sales Brian Ludwig at Cvent Connect in San Antonio to ask what he saw as the future of event technology—and what meeting profs can do now to prepare for it. In addition to asking about the venue, the food and the speaker on a scale of one to five, ask, “Did you feel that you belonged?”

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Trends Event Technology Proposal Technology 164

Special Events

SEPTEMBER 26, 2021

The Call for Speakers will close this Thursday at 11:59 pm CST.

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Proposal Speakers 105

Social Tables

OCTOBER 6, 2017

Today the competition for event sponsorship dollars is greater than ever. Event producers find themselves under immense pressure to creatively put together new and fresh sponsorship proposals. So, here are my four fresh content ideas for sponsorship proposals. White papers or event recap. Video series for sponsors.

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Proposal Sponsors Social Media Speakers 68

Special Events

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

New deadline for session proposals is October 8th, 2021.

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Speakers Proposal 105

Endless Events

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

IMEX is one of the most significant events for the events industry, not just in the States but globally. And after a long few years, a massive return to in-person events in 2022, and a looming recession, the IMEX America 2022 event has been long awaited. . We covered the IMEX Frankfurt 2022 event back in July.

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Registration Medical Meetings Trends Proposal 265

Endless Events

MARCH 12, 2020

Pricing transparency is one of those hot topics in the events industry. So what better place to start the conversation than Event Brew, the most unapologetic podcast in the industry? Because we only to drink the tea but spill it too – whether it is wages or controversial speakers you have our honest opinions.

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Events Logistics Vendor Proposal 289

Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

Now that compression is making available space an endangered resource and inflation is pushing up prices for even the most basic items while companies are hesitant to make binding decisions, the responsibility for explaining the realities of what is possible on both sides of the balance sheet falls to the event planner.

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Insurance Medical Meetings Contracts Contracts 245

Traveler's Q

MARCH 2, 2023

What is corporate event planning? A corporate event is more than merely a meeting. Planning a company’s event is not easy, often requiring a multitude of factors from marketing to safety. Every event should have a clear purpose with an end result a company would like to achieve for or with every person who attends.

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Proposal Rehearsal Speakers Sponsors 130

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. Discover some of 2021’s top event planning conferences: 1.

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Event Planning Conference Trade Show B2C 193

Traveler's Q

JULY 25, 2024

Discover the Key to Successful International Events In today’s globalized world, corporate events are no longer confined to a single location or culture. To create truly impactful and inclusive events, it’s essential to expand your horizons and embrace cultural diversity.

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Culture Logistics Events Audience 130

Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 12, 2018

For all the event planners out there trying to plan an incredible event and make a budget work, we hear you. Event planning within a budget is no small task, so it’s no surprise that a question we’re often asked is “how can I save money on event AV?” Learn to negotiate event AV. It’s tricky. First in, first served!

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Contracts Contracts Vendor Events 204

Smart Meetings

APRIL 11, 2023

Refresh your events with purposeful design and messaging Two of the buzziest industry events showcasing forward-thinking ideas today are CES and SXSW. Cause-related marketing at events isn’t new. It’s also a good point for event planners—by walking the talk, you set the tone for everyone to join in.

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Healthcare Proposal Sustainability Trends 239

Traveler's Q

JULY 12, 2024

Revolutionizing Diversity with AI Imagine a corporate event where every culture is celebrated, every voice is heard, and every attendee feels included. AI is revolutionizing how we plan and execute events, making them more inclusive, personalized, and efficient.

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Culture Logistics Social Media Speakers 130

Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Breaking Down “Wellness Washing” Smart Meetings began with an application of the definition of wellness washing to meetings and events: that is, the tendency to throw in some wellness activities at the end of a meeting or event rather than weave it throughout. The speakers shared their own definitions of wellness.

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Meeting Regulations Speakers Panel 235

Traveler's Q

JULY 19, 2024

Discover the Future of Events Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing event planning by enhancing efficiency, personalization, and attendee engagement. AI’s capabilities in data analysis, automation, and predictive analytics are unparalleled, making it a valuable tool for event organizers.

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Global Events Trends Automation Logistics 130

Traveler's Q

JULY 4, 2024

Uniting Through Diversity Imagine an event where every culture is celebrated, every voice is heard, and everyone feels included. Discover how incorporating multicultural elements in corporate events can create a richer, more engaging experience for all attendees.

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Culture Financial Services Speakers Training 130

Social Tables

APRIL 17, 2019

And with each survey and stat, we learn a little bit more about how all of us can come together to create better face-to-face events. At the end of the day, it’s the stats that bring us all together, open up new conversations, and spur collaboration, that have the biggest and most holistic impact on our events.

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Proposal Communications Communications Venue 149

Endless Events

MARCH 22, 2019

Welcome to the AV Audit where we dissect AV proposals every single month! With over 10 years in the events industry and producing thousands of events, we wanted to do a live that helps educate and empower planners by breaking down AV bids. Do your homework, run speed tests, and make sure you are the only event using it.

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Rehearsal Panel Contracts Contracts 257

Convene by PCMA

MARCH 8, 2022

Google “Ryan Leak” and among the search results is a story that event organizers will appreciate: In 2013, Leak secretly planned his then-girlfriend’s dream wedding based on her Pinterest board, surprising her with a proposal in the morning and a wedding and reception attended by family and friends that same day. I’d say own it.

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Speakers Booking Proposal Organization 98

Social Tables

JUNE 12, 2024

Planning a successful event involves working with a large team of reliable, capable professionals. A lot of tiny pieces must fall into place for an event to succeed, and the wrong event vendors could lead to lots of trouble later in the planning process. What are event vendors? a musical festival).

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Vendor Contracts Contracts Events 158

Social Tables

OCTOBER 21, 2016

. After countless phone calls, emails, and written correspondences requesting sponsorship, at least one company agreed to give you the time of day to hear out your proposal. You should also have a few hard copies of your proposal that lays out the following: Event schedule. Join the movement for a better event.

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Sponsors Proposal Events Promotion 119

Social Tables

MAY 14, 2019

Wondering how to plan an event? You start with just a vision and a budget, then you turn it into an event full of guests and moving parts. Depending on the type of event, tons of details are going to vary. Here we’ve rounded up those steps, along with plenty of tried and true tips for planning an event. Good luck!

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SEO Proposal Sponsors Events 141

Endless Events

DECEMBER 17, 2021

Will is joined by a brand new host: the fabulous and inquisitive Karmen Jericevic , AKA the Event Opportunity Creator at Endless Events. As she constantly talks directly to event planners, she knows exactly how they think, what they want to know, and what their main pain points are. A Journey From Theater To Events.

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Remote Events Audience Technology 177

Eventtia

MAY 11, 2022

One of the biggest challenges when running an event is the planning stage: even organizing a fairly small and seemingly simple event can be a very challenging task with all the different details to consider and adjust. First, decide on a primary goal for the event. Sell more of your products/services during the event.

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Event Planning Sponsors Registration Events 123

Traveler's Q

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

In today’s digital age, having a successful event website is essential for maximizing your event’s online reach. An event website serves as a centralized location for all information related to the event, from event details and registration to agenda and speaker bios.

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Website Online Social Media Registration 130

Convene by PCMA

AUGUST 20, 2024

We asked event planners what event sacred cows they think need to go away or change. Rendered impossible by COVID, face-to-face events have since returned with a vengeance — and in all too many cases, in rinse-and-repeat mode. Read the digital facsimile version of the July-August 2024 issue.

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Publishing Proposal Events Conference 111

Travel Daily Media

OCTOBER 26, 2022

TIS – Tourism Innovation Summit 2022, the technology event for travel and tourism professionals, returns to Seville (Spain) from 2 to 4 November. The post TIS2022 to define the future of global tourism appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. TIS2022: towards a new, more sustainable, inclusive and digital tourism.

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Tourism Tourism Sustainability Proposal 129