Smart Meetings

AUGUST 30, 2024

This includes roles like event technology specialists, event registration specialists, meeting and event planners, event marketing roles, and marketing specialists. There is also a notable trend toward hiring locally for events, both internationally and within the destination country.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 9, 2022

Now, more than ever, meeting professionals need timely updates about how evolving technology can help them deliver smoother registration, better engagement and more valuable data insights for in-person, virtual and hybrid events. Bizzabo Chief Marketing officer Alon Alroy predicted steady growth of virtual events.

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Endless Events

JUNE 29, 2020

Some of the primary upcoming concerns for event organizers will include re-organizing events with the limited timescale, adhering to strict safety guidelines to protect their guests and attendees, and discover solutions that potentially curb the spread of the virus. And will virtual events be the new normal?

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Smart Meetings

MAY 17, 2021

Few industries were more impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic than the events industry. Event planners, speakers and attendees all saw their calendars cleared out last March, returning slowly with virtual events and only now showing a glimmer of hope for the return of live conferences. What’s At Stake.

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Convene by PCMA

OCTOBER 4, 2021

That gave us a few months to really try to pull it together and make some decisions quickly on what that virtual event was going to look like.” The organization settled on a simulive event that was complimentary for attendees. For ISTH’s first virtual outing in 2020, “attendees were very forgiving,” Astorga said.

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Social Tables

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Prepare for and market event registration. Outline the entire registration process in great detail. Planners should know exactly when registration will open, how long it will be open, and precisely how many tickets or spaces are available. Use a mobile app to communicate with event attendees. Utilize social media.

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Bizzaboo

JUNE 20, 2022

Virtual events are still new. How do you build a virtual event pricing strategy? That’s why some virtual event planners offer downloadable activities to keep the kids busy. Attendees can multitask less and engage more deeply with the virtual event experience. Who should pay for what?

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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.

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Registration Social Media Events Advertising 92

Smart Meetings

JULY 12, 2022

The extension of virtual content delivery methods creates a unique opportunity for planners with new methods to boost engagement among attendees regardless of their location. Smart Meetings talked to industry experts for tips on how to produce meaningful experiences for everyone on the registration list. Make it Tangible.

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Social Tables

APRIL 20, 2022

From design through debrief, we’ve got you covered with the event technology trends you need to know for success. Discover top event technology trends for planners and venues alike: 1. Through the rise of virtual events , planners have been able to extend their reach and scale their events to a wider audience.

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Event Technology Technology Technology Trends 204

Endless Events

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

With online events, they’ve cut that time down to a few minutes, and no one understands this better than today’s #EventIcons guest, Arianna Black. Arianna has a long-standing relationship with events. Recently, that relationship has grown to focus on meaningful connections in virtual events. Design for Introverts.

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Eventtia

APRIL 12, 2022

While virtual events are certainly not brand new and have been around for quite some time, it’s no secret that the global COVID-19 pandemic has caused the surge of popularity of virtual events. What is a Virtual Event? rather than gathering people in a physical location.

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MeetingsNet

OCTOBER 8, 2020

Brandability - The customization of media utilizing specific colors, images, and videos in both the event and registration pages, as per the client’s wishes. This media can also be represented during the event using video and audio playback while streaming. Registration should be flexible enough to support multiple ticket types.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

Hybrid events—whether they are conferences, expos or training courses—are meetings that can be accessed in person at a physical location, or remotely via an online platform. If you want your event attendees to actively engage with your event, you need to provide channels that make this possible at every juncture.

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Bizzaboo

APRIL 3, 2023

We’ve compiled a list of marketing and event statistics to inspire your event strategy or as fodder for your next event marketing presentation to get buy-in from key stakeholders. of events on Bizzabo’s platform were in-person. In Q4 2021, 75% of events on Bizzabo’s platform were virtual, in Q2 2022 30.6%

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Marketing Marketing Trends Virtual Events 105

Bizzaboo

DECEMBER 18, 2022

Your event management software solution should be feature-rich by design, giving you everything you need to build, manage, and execute events in one central location. Dynamic Registration. In today’s age of hybrid events and virtual events , event organizers are offering all different kinds of event experiences.

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Eventtia

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

Whether it’s a yoga session, interactive panel discussion or virtual conference, the popularity of virtual events has exploded and it’s paving the way for new forms of communication and collaboration. To help you get the most out of this, we’ve drawn up this short guide to answer all of your questions on virtual events.

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Virtual Events Online Events Networking 62

Endless Events

JANUARY 28, 2022

Therefore, in 2022, your event strategy should lean onto event technology. You can set quantifiable KPIs and measure session analytics, attendee and sponsorship satisfaction, event registration trends, and other event data that offers insights into your attendees’ behavior and preferences at the event.

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Social Tables

JUNE 1, 2023

On the business or organization’s primary website, link the main event page, or design a unique landing page for the event if one does not already exist. Include easy-to-spot icons linking to the event’s social media pages, registration page, and so forth. Record a teaser video Generate pre-event buzz with a video teaser.

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Bizzaboo

OCTOBER 18, 2023

Event management software is a comprehensive tool designed to help event organizers and professionals streamline every aspect of event planning and execution. Dynamic Registration In today’s age of hybrid events and virtual events , event organizers are offering all different kinds of event experiences.

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Traveler's Q

DECEMBER 7, 2023

When designing a landing page, it’s crucial to have a well-defined structure that guides the user toward the event registration page. A user-friendly landing page should have an eye-catching headline, images that capture the essence of the event and its theme, and bright, bold colors that will keep the viewers engaged.

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Bizzaboo

OCTOBER 31, 2022

Pricing Strategies for Virtual Events. Although virtual events are a great way to bring people from all over the world together, they don’t offer the same opportunities as in-person events. For comparison’s sake, 25% of hybrid and in-person events are paid. Pricing Strategies for Hybrid Events.

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Virtual Events Events Registration Speakers 94

Bizzaboo

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

The format of your event, whether in-person, virtual, or hybrid, plays a significant role in pricing. For instance, in-person events often come with higher overhead costs but can offer a richer experience, justifying a higher ticket price. For comparison’s sake, 25% of hybrid and in-person events are paid.

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Virtual Events Events Registration Speakers 98

CSI DMC

AUGUST 13, 2020

Instagram and Facebook stories, for example, are often under-considered when developing event social strategies. Their location at the very top of the interface makes them great attention grabbers, as users will see them immediately upon opening the app. Facebook Events. Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn Live.

Social Media 52

Social Media Virtual Events Media Platform 52

Bizzaboo

JULY 12, 2022

Starting this list off, we’d like to share some current data as of July 2022 based on Bizzabo customers: 2X increase in hybrid and in-person events over the last three months vs. the 3 months prior. More than 25% of in-person and hybrid events are paid vs. only 10% of virtual events. Virtual Event Statistics.

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Marketing Marketing Trends Virtual Events 105

Eventtia

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

Organizing virtual events has become a popular way of connecting with people and sharing information. With the advancement of technology, there are now several sophisticated platforms that have all the features necessary to successfully organize, host and manage virtual events. What Is Virtual Event Software?

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Tembusu Events and Communications

APRIL 28, 2021

Why are live-streams gaining in popularity on virtual events? Most of us are no longer strangers to live streams on virtual events as it has gradually become the new standard in holding large-scale events in the new-normal. Pre-event preparation. What are the right tools and platforms for a livestream?

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Virtual Events Social Media Events Audience 52

Bizzaboo

MAY 24, 2023

That said, email marketing success is possible when you craft an email around a goal, such as generating event registrations or downloading a new piece of content. More than ever, event marketers are challenged to stand out. Put social posts and other UGC to work to sell your event and drive registrations.

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Bizzaboo

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

Instead, organizers can find opportunities to help attendees find valuable connections at any (or nearly any) event. The next generation of networking events consists of in-person events, virtual events, and hybrid events. Hybrid events aren’t just conferences and trade shows with a streaming component.

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Networking Social Media Events Registration 96

Bizzaboo

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

People shouldn’t have to click several times or conduct a Google search to understand what your event is all about. Flexera: Offering Undeniable Value (Webinar) To convince someone to sign up for a virtual event like a webinar or panel, you must demonstrate value immediately and convince your target audience that it’s worth attending.

Trade Show 105

Trade Show Registration Speakers Events 105

Convene by PCMA

AUGUST 29, 2022

What Reed, chief event strategy officer, American Society of Hematology (ASH), loved most about this time, he told participants in an online PCMA Community Conversation for medical meeting planners earlier this year, is probably what other planners have hated: “We needed to operate when there was really no roadmap to us,” Reed said. “I

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Medical Meetings Registration Speakers Audience 98

Social Tables

APRIL 20, 2023

Create a long-term event planning timeline to ensure that each part of the planning process gets the focus it deserves. Ignore competing events Clients often approach planners with specifics in mind for an event, such as the date, location, or event design.

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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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Bizzaboo

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

The rise of virtual events that are free to attend and don’t require any travel. However, the fact that event attendance may be down doesn’t mean event marketers should assume their next conference or workshop will be sparsely attended. Similarly, Gartner often offers discounts for their events (e.g.,

Event Marketing 104

Event Marketing Conference Marketing Marketing 104

Eventtia

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

The idea of networking can be daunting for many, especially when it involves virtual events. With technology expanding and virtual event opportunities increasing, it’s essential to know how to make the most of these experiences. Cost Savings for Event Hosts Virtual events present a cost-effective solution for event hosts.

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MeetingsNet

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

Cancellation, switching locations, and a 36-hour pivot to virtual were among the actions taken by various event hosts. The largest event that was to take place at the Ernest N. Set for September 20 to 23, the in-person gathering was canceled; a virtual version of the event has been scheduled for September 28 and 29.

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Meeting Insurance Virtual Events Preparation 84

Bizzaboo

JANUARY 17, 2023

After rapidly pivoting to virtual events during the pandemic and refocusing on in-person engagements last year, event professionals today are doing more with less while nursing whiplash. In this article, we’re looking at ChatGPT for event organizers. ChatGPT for Event Marketing Emails. Got writer’s block?

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