Endless Events

MAY 18, 2020

Events need to consider new business models and revenue streams to keep themselves diversified and stable. Virtual events are one solution to the problem, but sponsors are rarely willing to pay the same rates for virtual events as they do for in-person events. Seek Out Sponsors. Don’t worry.

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Bizzaboo

DECEMBER 4, 2024

What do your attendees think about your event? How about sponsors? Are they likely to support your event next year? What was the experience like for in-person versus virtual attendees at your hybrid event? These insights are essential for optimizing future events. Measure ROI for sponsors and exhibitors.

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Endless Events

MARCH 31, 2020

Now that virtual events are the talk of the town , it’s time to consider a virtual emcee. Especially because one of the biggest concerns with virtual events is audience engagement. So considering a virtual emcee is definitely something you want to do. Helping Speakers In Virtual Events.

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Endless Events

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

What better way to learn more about the exciting world of event technology than listening to an awesome product spotlight episode of the Event Tech Podcast? Today, Will and Brandt bring two guests in to hear an unbiased review of Accelevents , an all-in-one hybrid, and virtual event management platform.

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Endless Events

JUNE 10, 2022

The final step in the event management process is a follow-up meeting after the event to discuss the event’s overall ROI, attendee and sponsor feedback, and make the necessary readjustments to the overarching event strategy. Event professionals have to come to follow-up meetings after events well-prepared.

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Endless Events

AUGUST 24, 2020

Some parts of an in-person event are actually rather easy to replicate in a hybrid or virtual setting. However, when it comes down to sponsors and exhibitors, the name of the game is hardly the same. Because this week, we’re bringing back the Event Tech Podcast. Well, not anymore! Press play and join the chat!

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

2022 is going to be our best year yet; we’ve embraced exciting new event technology and hybrid events as the way of the future! If 2020 was a year of pivoting and learning about virtual events, 2021 was a year of putting that knowledge to the test. Which virtual event platform features to look for?

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

As she prepared to graduate, she took on a role as a marketing coordinator at a major healthcare company. There, she began working closely with the event planner. “As In the app, participants build their schedules, check in to sessions, complete surveys and connect with speakers, sponsors and one another.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 31, 2022

Included below are several key takeaways from pandemic-era events that meeting organizers will want to strongly consider as they plan the remainder of their 2022 events. Just because you’re hosting a trade show in an exciting new hybrid format doesn’t mean you can’t rely on traditional virtual event elements.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 5, 2022

“We live in a hybrid world where almost every major event has a virtual component, even if we don’t call it that,” said Bizzabo Chief Marketing Officer Alon Alroy. Yes, hybrid meetings are more complicated and costly, but virtual is here to stay without a doubt,” he said. There are many reasons for the residual digital.

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 12, 2021

But today, let’s take a few steps back and think about where do our events truly begin. Is it when your attendee walks through the doors of your venue or logs on to your virtual event platform? Or is it much earlier, at event registration? The badges shouldn’t be an afterthought, either.

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Bizzaboo

JANUARY 6, 2025

Real-Time Problem Solving: Be prepared to address any issues that may arise during the event, such as technical difficulties or unexpected changes in the schedule. Attendee Engagement : Foster a sense of community and encourage networking opportunities through social events, interactive sessions, and dedicated networking spaces.

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Stova

AUGUST 17, 2020

Virtual event software is becoming more and more sophisticated, enabling experiences that surprise and awe audiences. With this, organizers are doubling and in some cases, tripling their pre-COVID-19 events attendance, attracting international participants from across the globe.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Medium-scale events (such as company retreats and client dinners): 4-6 months ahead. Small-scale events (including team-building activities and smaller client dinners): 1-3 months prior. Virtual events: Plan 2-4 months in advance. Hybrid events: Allow 4-6 months for planning.

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Endless Events

DECEMBER 20, 2022

Here’s a recap of all the best practices we’ve learned in the last two years as an event management company. Promote the Event on Several Channels. The first step to planning a successful virtual event is to create a solid marketing plan. However, virtual events can also have a spatial element.

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Endless Events

JUNE 15, 2022

Highlight your sponsors in organic ways. Think of ways you can join forces with your sponsors and have the attendees interact with both your products at the same time. That way, they can prepare their content accordingly. For example, they can make references to your event theme and promote your event games.

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Endless Events

JANUARY 10, 2022

“If you choose to go forward with a fully in-person event, you need to understand that you might have to cancel your event. Your options are fully in-person (but be prepared to cancel it or push it out), a hybrid event, or a fully digital event.” They can see why they’re a part of your event.

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Endless Events

JANUARY 19, 2018

This interview with Superfly co-founder Rick Farman dissects the anatomy of a music festival from its themes to the evolution of its venues, including the reaction of festival sponsors to the growth and changes within the events. Virtual Meetings Need to Take It up a Notch. You’d better come prepared.

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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? Zoom) is a good example of a virtual meeting. Why Host a Virtual Event?

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Social Tables

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

In fact, 75% of consumers are open to receiving text updates from brands and events they opted-in for. Prepare for and market event registration. Allow vendors and brand-related companies to set-up trade show-style booths where they are able to provide informational materials and give event attendees promotional items.

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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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Conferences that Work

DECEMBER 21, 2020

5 mins: Scott shares some recent learnings from virtual events. 10 mins: Kristin shares some recent learnings from virtual events, and a quick overview of what’s in her book. I think pre-recorded lessens the authenticity of the event????. Preparation. Pre-record sponsor segments. Here it is.

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Alcor Mice

JANUARY 26, 2021

Since then, companies have continued exploring different ways to create a perfect virtual event. According to Bizzabo, as much as 93 % of event marketers have incorporated virtual events into their strategy for 2021. It is clear that virtual events are here to stay for the foreseeable future.

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Bizzaboo

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

In fact, 97% of marketers believe that events are the most effective channel for driving business outcomes. But let’s talk about the elephant on the trade show floor: sponsorship and sponsor ROI. However, sponsorship remains one of the biggest challenges for the most seasoned event organizers. 4 Ways To Prove ROI to Sponsors.

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Bizzaboo

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Ensuring an event is successful starts with preparation — and a lot of it. In-person events often take months or even years of careful planning to execute correctly. Remember, diversity and inclusion have a critical impact on event success. ☐ Assign onsite sponsor meeting rooms if you need to.

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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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Meet Green

AUGUST 26, 2022

During the pandemic, we took the opportunity to turn our full attention to defining and refining our virtual events processes. Ideally, this will be someone who can keep the energy up, drive the program, and keep both the virtual and in-person audiences in mind throughout the event.

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Eventtia

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

It includes organizing resources, managing budgets, coordinating logistics,ensuring that the event aligns with the objectives of the host organization, and of course, providing the best user experience for attendees. These events can take different forms: In-person Events: People, speakers and companies meeting on-site in a dedicated venue.

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Convene by PCMA

AUGUST 25, 2021

Planners responding to the latest Recovery Dashboard listed pulling off virtual events —like the National Electrical Contractors Association’s first virtual trade show – as one of their accomplishments during COVID-19. Delivering an annual conference virtually with great feedback for engagement.

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The MICE Blog

MARCH 11, 2021

This new set of values brings significant opportunities for the gaming industry and events. Now, after one year of hosting and attending virtual events, the events industry is facing the challenge of how to engage attendees and combat ‘zoom fatigue.’ First, how is it possible to engage large audiences with virtual events?

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Bizzaboo

MARCH 15, 2021

Over the past year, event planners have become incredibly innovative in their virtual event use cases. And while virtual events have many benefits in their own right, it was never a question of if live events would come back, but when. For one, live events will never look the same. Event Insurance.

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Bizzaboo

DECEMBER 14, 2022

Virtual events are nothing new, but the world is pivoting back to in-person in a big way. Even still, our survey found that 68% of event organizers plan to have a virtual component at their next onsite event. December 2022 Virtual Events. January 2023 Virtual Events. December 2023.

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Social Tables

JUNE 1, 2023

Include easy-to-spot icons linking to the event’s social media pages, registration page, and so forth. On social media pages, link back to the business website and main event page, allowing your audience to quickly access all event content. Provide informational content that your audience will find valuable.

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Bizzaboo

MARCH 4, 2020

Here’s how to confidently communicate with your attendees, sponsors, and partners. Event marketers are no strangers to last-minute changes and crises. February 25, 2020 Today, the City of San Francisco declared a State of Emergency to begin preparations around any future coronavirus outbreaks. Making the Move to a Virtual Event.

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Eventtia

APRIL 18, 2022

Are you currently planning your very first event and are looking for help? Whether you are planning a traditional in-person event, a virtual event, or a hybrid event, in this guide, we’ll share an actionable and comprehensive checklist you can easily follow when planning an event. Attendance check-in.

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Bizzaboo

MAY 10, 2023

Segment Your Audience Getting the best results from your post-event email initiatives is only possible when you personalize your outreach. Event marketers must segment audiences by role (e.g., attendee, vendor, speaker, and sponsor) to ensure a personalized and meaningful experience for every attendee and registrant.

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Social Tables

APRIL 20, 2023

Whether hosting a live, virtual, or hybrid event, rehearsing is an important part of the planning process, especially when digital technology or media are involved. While rehearsals are critical for virtual event success , they are also a vital part of in-person event success.

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