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AUGUST 16, 2021

Consider a two-pronged approach that allows you to seize opportunities as they arise and borders open — but commit to the long game of continuing to engage and grow your global audience with online content to set your 2022 event up for maximum success. Consider that some of your global audience won’t make it to your physical event.

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Attendee Audience Public Relations Online 122

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DECEMBER 7, 2021

The move to virtual and hybrid event structures prompted me to articulate the benefits of participation differently, to dig deep for ways to say things like “online” and “webinar” without using those words and to get comfortable with messaging the tough stuff — like postponements for live events that serve industries hardest hit by the pandemic. “I

Event Marketing 98

Event Marketing Marketing Marketing Social Media 98

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MARCH 16, 2022

Here are a few of the most important qualities of a website that your event prospects will expect. But your event site’s beautiful, well-conceived design will only matter if your prospects get a chance to see it. Yet the web remains the backbone of the internet — and, likely, your attendee acquisition campaign.

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Website SEO Automation Social Media 111

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OCTOBER 10, 2022

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.

Advertising 105

Advertising Marketing Marketing B2B 105

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OCTOBER 4, 2021

Almost all exhibitors (94 percent) responded favorably to the prospect of smaller, more qualified audiences. Kimberly Hardcastle-Geddes is president and chief marketing strategist of marketing and public relations agency mdg , which specializes in audience acquisition for live and online events.

Public Relations 98

Public Relations Trade Show Prospect Events 98

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JANUARY 24, 2022

While the beginning of the pandemic saw a huge boost for online events, audiences have shorter attention spans and attendees are spending less time engaged with virtual platforms. Point 2: Attention spans are dropping. Point 3: Weekends are for winding down.

Event Marketing 98

Event Marketing Attendee Marketing Marketing 98

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SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

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. So, how can event marketers use visuals to drive audience engagement and event attendance? Consider using images in order to: Demonstrate Diversity and Inclusion. Encourage Social Sharing.

Event Marketing 81

Event Marketing Marketing Marketing B2B 81