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It’s Time to Harness AI for Event Success

Convene by PCMA

Elevated matchmaking: Facilitate meaningful networking by generating relevant connections with exhibitors and potential partners that align with attendee profiles and goals. Will AI start to push prospective attendees and exhibitors toward more specialized, niche events versus larger shows? Vice versa?

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When Marketing an Event, Advertise Outside Your Lane

Convene by PCMA

In light of this major trend and a large retiring workforce, event organizers must continue to prioritize finding and appealing to prospective trade-show and conference attendees who may not be aware of their events. Millions of Americans who left their jobs after the initial lockdowns ultimately decided to change industries and occupations.

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Don’t Skimp on Images in Your Event Marketing During COVID Times

Convene by PCMA

Prospective attendees are more likely to identify with an event if they see other participants who look like them in attendance or on the speaker roster. We must be careful to avoid images of huge crowds, packed session rooms, people networking over buffet tables, and anything else that will exacerbate health and safety concerns.

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8 Reasons to Gather at In-Person Events

Convene by PCMA

Engaging/exploring with visitors” is the top reason attendees say they attend in-person events, followed closely by networking with both exhibitors and peers. Almost all exhibitors (94 percent) responded favorably to the prospect of smaller, more qualified audiences. Knowing key exhibitors won’t be participating is the No.

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12 Steps for Creating a Great Event Marketing Plan 

Bizzaboo

Prospective registrants will want to know how they will benefit from attending the event, and the clearer their understanding, the more likely they will attend. Using video testimonials helps to further solidify the experience within the minds of prospective registrants. Track your results with KPIs.

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Event Marketers Need a New Attendee-Acquisition Strategy

Convene by PCMA

In-person attendees prioritize exhibits and networking while virtual attendees prioritize education sessions and keynotes. Kimberly Hardcastle-Geddes is president and chief marketing strategist of mdg , a marketing and public relations agency specializing in audience acquisition for live and online events. The Strategy.

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What I Wish I Knew in College: Destination Marketing Advice

DCI

For many college graduates, entering the workforce is a daunting prospect, but we’ve been there and want to share some advice to help guide you to success. As Elizabeth Borsting, an account manager at DCI, noted, “I really was unaware of all the opportunities available in Public Relations, from food and wine to travel and tourism.”