Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

The event venue is where attendees eat, drink, network, and engage with your content. But 40% of events are expected to be virtual this year, and recreating the excitement of an in-person experience in an online setting can be a challenge. For virtual events, the event platform is the venue. So, where do you start?

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 18, 2025

Key Challenges for Meeting Planners: Budget constraints and cost-saving goals Finding venues or suppliers with flexible options Creating seamless, memorable attendee experiences Dependable communication and quick responses By understanding these pain points, your digital marketing efforts can address their needs front and center.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 24, 2021

But chances are, online events are likely to stay even after the pandemic because of the many benefits they provide. There are multiple ways to measure an event’s success, whether through an online event platform or an in-person event. Online Visits. The Measure of Success. Event Registration. Attendee Retention.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 31, 2021

The governor of Nevada recently announced , for example, that large venues can do away with mask mandates as long as attendees are fully vaccinated and raised the attendance limit to 4,000. . The venue also matters. The cost savings are just too compelling, and online events are less disruptive. So what is the only wrong choice?

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 27, 2021

Before much attention was paid to online viewers, they were treated simply as viewers—not as real attendees in need of as much as engagement the live audience. But then everyone became an online viewer. One event with two experiences for in-person and online attendees with inter-two-way connectivity.”. Second, venue.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 7, 2022

We asked Mark Herrera, director of safety and security for International Association of Venue Managers (IAVM), for strategies to improve security at events in light of these ominous statistics. When looking for security or venues, seek out teams with engaged staff. The burden is on planners to make attendees feel safe and secure.

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Endless Events

MAY 13, 2022

These soft skills help event planners manage everything that goes into event planning, for example choosing a venue, labor costs, attendee engagement, sponsorship opportunities, speaker management, and more. Online Courses, Blogs, & Other Free Content. It’s a fast-paced work environment and it requires undivided attention.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 5, 2023

IACC’s Meeting Rooms of the Future Trends Report Shows Rising Desire for Meaningful Experiences Meeting professionals are increasingly turning to unique venues to help design meaningful experiences, according to the 7th annual International Association of Conference Centers (IACC) Meeting Rooms of the Future Trends Report released in June.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 8, 2021

Whether people are not yet vaccinated, must self-isolate or still do not feel comfortable attending busy venues, having an option that can accommodate all delegates is key to making an event as inclusive as possible. Take Networking Online. Read More : West Hollywood Takes to Virtual, Sees Amazing Results.

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Convene by PCMA

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Venue sourcing venue affordability, availability, and inflexible hotel staff contribute to the frustration of event planners. Planners expressed disappointment with venues and hotels that have raised fees while simultaneously cutting services, leading to an increased perception of unfairness and dissatisfaction.

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Endless Events

JUNE 29, 2020

It will take a combined effort in order to restart the event industry, both from the planners and venues, in order to begin hosting in-person events again. Venues will have to mainly focus on key areas to provide a safe environment for event attendees by leveraging contactless solutions. . And will virtual events be the new normal?

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Endless Events

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

Hosting events in eco-friendly venues (look for LEED-certified buildings). Setting up recycling bins throughout the venue. With hybrid events, attendees can choose between attending in-person or online. Make it as comfortable as possible for attendees to work at your venue with event workspaces. Paying for carbon offsets.

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Endless Events

MARCH 15, 2021

The online experience could never replace that. They haven’t spent a lot of energy on online events until they had to. Now, all of a sudden, they’re putting a lot of energy into online events and that’s really the catalyst. After the pandemic hit, virtual event platforms essentially started replacing venues.

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

But before you get too entrenched in booking speakers or drawing up venue contracts, it’s best to think about how you’ll get results from an in-person event. It’s a good idea to have an event platform for in-person events just in case you need to take your event online at the last minute. How can you track attendee metrics?

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Endless Events

AUGUST 16, 2019

there could be accidental damage to the venue. It protects you and all other insured parties involved, for essentially anything that is out of your control within the realm of the venue, event planner, caterers, etc. The general rule of thumb is that most venues require event liability insurance for at least $1,000,000. .

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Endless Events

MARCH 17, 2020

And you might know Adam as the co-founder and editor of the event industry’s global online magazine, Event Industry News. That enables fewer impacts from those items coming from the inbound point to the venue. “ We’ve been very aware of other suppliers, organizers, venues doing sustainable things.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 21, 2018

Offer a special deal to registered attendees on the limited-edition logo gear for that year’s conference, allowing guests to purchase or request theirs online in the weeks prior to the event. Venue-Specific Approaches. Creating more opportunities to engage with your branded event merch can significantly boost its impact.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 6, 2022

The most recent seasons have taught us that venues with the ability to quickly adapt to their environment and their experiential offerings were the most resilient in a time of peak uncertainty. Having a clean venue is an element that contributes to the atmosphere and attractiveness of an event. Superb Sanitation Measures.

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Endless Events

APRIL 8, 2022

Asynchronous hybrid events have emerged as a solution to many hybrid event challenges , such as continuous audience engagement, picking the right venue, and sufficient bandwidth for attendee support. A lot of things can go wrong during a synchronous hybrid event as it is hard to stay in sync online and in the physical venue.

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Endless Events

APRIL 6, 2018

Beyond the data they provide, it’s also important to provide data security during the event itself when they access their accounts online. Online booking platforms have become important tools for helping professionals find ideal meeting rooms for their audience. Online security is an important aspect of events.

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Social Tables

JUNE 17, 2024

What makes a conference venue “unique?” Unique conference venues are not your traditional meeting spaces; they stand out. Style and design Venues that look unique are easy to pick out of a lineup. Does your venue feature impressive architecture, intricate interior design, or creative landscaping?

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 2, 2020

And they were kind of like, Hey, we think this online thing could be big. Because we literally put together a full six-week course in about eight weeks, in an effort to try and put together the most comprehensive course that I could on how to do this stuff online. Do you want to put together a course for us?

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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. Read More : How to Keep the C-level Engaged In-person and Online. Read More : 7 Biggest Livestreaming Challenges (and the Best Solutions!). Good luck and enjoy!

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 13, 2018

Ditch the pamphlets and convention floor maps with an all-in-one app, complete with the event schedule placed online for attendees to reference at any time. As the push for more environmentally conscience policies has intensified over the years, many hotels and venues have embraced these changes wholeheartedly.

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Endless Events

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

No matter how hard we try to replicate the in-person experience at virtual events, the way we engage online is simply not the same. A virtual venue. Zoom is just a video call, while the event platform is a virtual venue. Enhanced virtual audience engagement. It really helps you with event management,” she explained.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 14, 2023

Since its founding in 1999, Cvent has helped manage more than 5 million events, and lists over 302,000 hotels and venues as of Dec. 31, 2022, on the Cvent Supplier Network, an online platform with tools to search, negotiate and contract with hotels and venues for event space.

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Eventtia

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Online registration software is a cloud-based solution that allows organizers to manage the entire event registration process from start to finish. In most cases, it provides an extensive online registration solution that includes a variety of capabilities that may be lacking in the case of independent registration software.

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 12, 2021

Is it when your attendee walks through the doors of your venue or logs on to your virtual event platform? Consider adding the following features to your payment options: deposit structure : attendees put down a deposit at online registration, discount codes : coupons or special offers. Or is it much earlier, at event registration?

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Endless Events

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Whether online or in-person, events are a great way to drive brand awareness, generate leads, and connect with customers. Make sure you consider these high-ticket items at a minimum: Venue Speakers Food and beverage Furniture and equipment Staffing (event coordinators, clean up, security, etc.) What’s your budget?

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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. Moreover, a website also facilitates the registration and ticketing process, allowing attendees to purchase tickets and register for the event online.

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Endless Events

MARCH 8, 2018

There are a variety of different areas you can make changes in, from venues to catering and overall event production. Sourcing venues that are easily reachable by public transportation or foot can greatly reduce your environmental impact. Event after event we see the outcomes of what the venue and environment look like from attendees.

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Endless Events

APRIL 20, 2018

This is especially true if your main audience online are based in Europe. Perfect examples of this include unique food offerings and unconventional venues. This is an attempt to check the misuse of how popular online personalities endorse products and services. Will your marketing campaigns be affected by this move?

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Traveler's Q

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Host online costume contests, virtual cider tastings, or even a fall-themed trivia challenge to keep everyone engaged and connected, regardless of location. From selecting the perfect venue to designing custom décor and curating a memorable menu, we will handle every aspect of your event with care and precision.

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

Hold your event in the daylight hours or outside venues (and get an extra point for COVID compliance). Book venues with renewable energy sources like solar panels. Labor shortages have left many venues and service providers without sufficient staff.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 7, 2019

Though nearly half denied using it, and a small 21 percent found it to be an ineffective method, experts say SEO is undeniably important when increasing your event’s visibility through online key words. Technology Reigns Supreme. Event tech continues to grow rapidly. A majority (53 percent) of event planners used mobile apps. percent in 2019.

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Advanced Travel and Tourism

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

Smaller destinations can take advantage of this, emphasizing the ease of social distancing and quieter areas to enjoy versus other venues. Look for Ways to Increase Online Exposure. Since people are more hesitant about their travel plans, they’re doing more online research before committing to a place. Going Mobile.

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Endless Events

FEBRUARY 23, 2018

You also need the crowd that goes with it, aka social media, and the online influencers who lead them. Venue sourcing is a necessary skill in every #eventprof's tool belt. Venue Sourcing 101. An event’s success is often tied to its venue. However, technology alone won’t cut it. Click To Tweet.

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