#EventDigest 202 : The secret to a successful networking event, The future of event marketing, Taking out the stress from event planning ...
Here's the Secret to a Successful Marketing or Networking Event
Whether it's a customer meeting, an industry conference or an employee celebration, your business puts on its fair share of events. These events are important but also require considerable time to plan, market and execute, which limits how much effort you can devote to other …
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12 Ways To Make Your Industry Event Stand Out
With an oversaturated event market, where almost any business with a budget for it organizes a high-profile launch or a flashy business gala, it is becoming increasingly difficult to make your own event stand out from the crowd. However, the right mix of marketing ...
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Want to Boost Attendee Concentration?
People pay more attention when they are comfortable. FACT. Being uncomfortable is distracting and changes the focus of the experience. FACT. So what can event planners do to increase the comfort and concentration of our guests? One of my most dreaded phrases, when I am attending a ...
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The Next Frontier of Event Marketing is Here
Not long ago, when someone wanted to attend an event, they needed to pick up the phone or go to a box office. Online ticketing and registration made it easier, allowing consumers to purchase from your website anytime they pleased. But the next evolution in ticketing and registration will invite consumers to purchase the moment they find out about your event — without …
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Taking out the stress from event planning
The UAE has always been the land of opportunity. When the government tells you that it does not take longer than 48 hours to set up your business and provides you with the facilities to do it, you know you're in the right place, says Sandhya Unni, co-founder, TwoTone Events. "More recently, the government and the UAE Gender Balance …
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2018 Event Industry Trends
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9 wedding planners reveal their biggest disaster stories
People who work in the wedding industry are dealing with a lot of clients who are very, very stressed. These people know exactly what they want, have often spent a lot of money, and have family around which isn't always going to run smoothly. We get that. But these wedding disaster stories from planners and …
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The #1 guide for event professionals
Welcome to the most comprehensive ungated list of event tools on the internet. Whether you are an event planner or marketer, you'll find what you're looking for. Technology isn't just helpful for scaling an events strategy, it's downright essential. According to the Event Success Formula report, 91% of marketers ...
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London's top 4 underground venues
There’s nothing like a hidden underground venue to create an electric atmosphere at a party. Out of view from the everyday gaze, some of these gems are hard to find, but this just makes them all the more worth finding. To make it easier for you here is a list of our top four underground venues …
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How Live Streaming Can Boost Your Events
If you’re looking for ways to spice up your Florida corporate events, look no further. We have your answer and it’s live streaming. Yes, as we transition into a completely technologically-advanced day in age, we must adapt our events in order to stay ahead. Here are some tips on how to make the most of these new technological advancements for your upcoming …
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How to get attendees to risk doing something new at your event
Now you’re probably not taking your attendees to a nudist colony for the first time — nudist associations, I did say probably — but introducing a new event format where an attendee has to do something different, like interact with other attendees or play a game, will usually evoke uncomfortable feelings for some or …
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How To Start A Conference For Female Leaders
I just attended an incredible women’s conference. As an event planner, I’m typically rushing around behind the scenes. This time was different. I attended as a guest, and it felt amazing! This particular conference is for female leaders in the medical industry; however, the content applies to all women. It’s educational, motivational and overall a great place to be on a Saturday. The organization clearly took the correct steps ...
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The Real Value of Event Co-Creation and How it Works
Event co-creation is a powerful way to boost attendee interaction and participation. To build this practice, though, requires a dynamic context beyond traditional audience engagement tricks. Too often, event professionals focus on engaging their attendees, without encouraging collaboration or event co-creation. For example, by using multiple gamified systems (via apps or event management …
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Event Tip: Hiring Your Volunteer Team
Have you ever needed additional hands to work the day of the event? Then student volunteers are an excellent option, especially volunteers majoring in event planning and management. Not only will they bring energy and enthusiasm into your events, but you will be giving them the opportunity to gain experience in their desired field. So, reach out to your local …
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5 Ways to Make Your Meetings Mean More
Until fairly recently, a meeting was thought to be successful if it met its financial and learner outcome goals. And while those are still important, a recent white paper posits that it’s time to stop focusing solely on the outcomes data and shift to making meetings more human-centric experiences. In the white paper …