Join us for this free webinar to learn how to understand the steps and the tools necessary to reach your desired audience and keep them interested before, during, and after your event. Marketing, like event planning, is a creative exercise. You must plan, execute, and adjust. Mar … | Continue reading
Have you been striving for collaboration in your events but the results have let you down? You might not be the only one disenchanted with the process. Check out the dark side of too much collaboration. “If I had asked people what they wanted, they would have said faster horses,” … | Continue reading
As many destinations and DMCs (Destination Management Companies) gather at #IMEX17 we ask three well-respected names in the industry for their insights into what the future holds. DMCs have endured a lot of challenges in recent times and every year there seems to be speculation a … | Continue reading
2017 has not only marked the 50th anniversary of the Anaheim Convention Center, but also the unveiling of ACC North, a 200,000 square foot $190m expansion of new meeting space. It is always good news when a convention center is expanded. It means events are meaning business. Buil … | Continue reading
Event technology can improve efficiency and attendee engagement so why are you hesitating? Jump in with this guide on how you can implement the right tech for your event with the most return on investment. Event technology encompasses a lot of areas. Deciding how and where to use … | Continue reading
Emails are the main type of communication for many of us but if you’re having trouble getting people to respond to your emails, it might not be the recipient’s schedule. Sometimes we sabotage our own efforts. Here are nine things event planners can change today for better respons … | Continue reading
Emotional Intelligence is getting a lot of exposure these days. Many believe it’s even more important than raw intelligence. But how emotionally intelligent are you? Ask yourself these questions to get a better idea. Psychology Today defines emotional intelligence (EI) as “the ab … | Continue reading
See how different room layouts and furniture can be used to create completely different environments and how each set up transforms the space to suit your event theme and purpose. Organizers and planners know that the way we set up the room can have a big impact on engagement, ne … | Continue reading
The most successful event planners are incorporating innovative elements throughout their event and the planning process. Here’s how they do it. ##abovethefold## Would you call yourself an innovative event planner? If you’re not, then your talents as an event professional are jus … | Continue reading
Estimating your event planning and coordination time is one of the best skills you can learn. It’s part industry knowledge, part data, and part luck. But with these strategies, you can get the cost estimate a little closer to the reality. Next to setting your prices adequately, e … | Continue reading
This is a sponsored post written by Peerspace. More information about Event Manager Blog’s sponsored posts. Event planners are constantly on the look out for the hottest new event venues that can make a big impact on their guests. As one of the most important decisions you can ma … | Continue reading
In this new series we present real-life confessions from people working in the event industry. These uncensored, frank insights tell it ‘like it really is’. Some details have been changed to respect the anonymity of the confessor and ensure maximum honesty can be upheld. As a uni … | Continue reading
I asked event professionals for their most unpopular opinions on event planning, events and the industry altogether and they definitely delivered! Hidden beneath the surface are a variety of eventprofs who believe certain parts of the industry and the event process itself needs t … | Continue reading
Cars that can drive without a human in the driver’s seat have been in development for almost a century. With automakers pledging to have fully autonomous cars on the road by 2020, increasing productivity and limiting the number of accidents – what could this mean for event planne … | Continue reading
Ready for more interaction and value at your events? Then it’s time to increase your matchmaking activities with these nearly brilliant tips. It’s all about who you know and nowhere could that be more true than when it comes to attendees and exhibitors. Getting to know people is … | Continue reading
From conferences and trade shows to baby showers and weddings, here are 100 innovative ideas to select your perfect event theme and to show you how it’s done. Many event planners find that a theme can help add structure to the décor and activities as well as tie it all neatly tog … | Continue reading
Write them down, create a graphic that includes them or say them in a mirror each morning but regardless of your method, these phrases and mantras can help event planners boost productivity. Affirmations and mantras are often used because over time they can change your mindset an … | Continue reading
Organization may seem like a personal problem but it has a ripple effect throughout much of the event. A disorganized approach to your event may be causing your speakers more work and making your content less effective. Here are a few things you can do to remedy that. Everyone kn … | Continue reading
Refresh your guests, boost networking and create a seamless transition with some of these stylish and useful event bar ideas for your next event. Whether or not you are serving food, event bars should be seen as a separate entity because they have their own function for events. A … | Continue reading
Is your event workplace toxic? There’s a difference between a stressful situation and something that is detrimental to your well-being. Here’s how to recognize which is which. If you work for a bad boss, things become obvious pretty quickly, but a toxic work environment on the o … | Continue reading
If you love innovation and technology, you’ll love hearing about the freshest startups making a difference with their creative ideas. Have a look at some of the most innovative newcomers on the event industry scene. We’re three quarters of the way through 2017, it’s starting to g … | Continue reading
If you want to stand out from the event planning crowd, you need a niche. But how do you know your niche is the right one? How do you even find one? It’s easier than you think. The riches are in the niches is a popular phrase, especially in today’s solopreneur-driven world. It’s … | Continue reading
This is a sponsored post written by Andrew Tyne, Event Manager with the Halifax Convention Centre. More information about Event Manager Blog’s sponsored posts. When it comes to planning and executing your event, time is easily your most valuable asset. And with so many moving par … | Continue reading
EventMB is announcing the most comprehensive free guide ever written on event technology. The Event Tech Bible. Grab your copy now. Event technology has changed events forever. Whether it is attendee-facing or planning tech, events are extremely different from what they looked a … | Continue reading
Big brand retailers are rapidly announcing closures and liquidations as physical retail space is failing. Events however, are conversely getting traction. Why, in the face of recession, do events seem to have remained unscathed over the years? Hundreds of mall-based stores are cl … | Continue reading
Coming up with a successful event theme is no easy feat, we help you navigate the dos and don’ts of event theming and also look to the experts for their tips and advice. Although it may not feel like it initially, themes can make the event planning process easier because they foc … | Continue reading
Do you have a traditional event or organization that while it’s stood the test of time, is failing to recruit new life for the future? Sometimes wanting younger people or ‘fresh blood’ isn’t about increased ticket sales, but about survival. Here are a few ways you can rework your … | Continue reading
When people find out you plan events, are they always hitting you up for free advice? If you find that happening a lot, it’s time to put an end to it. Use these seven tips to bring in more revenue, by giving out less free advice. There’s an ironic situation that plagues most even … | Continue reading
A Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) designation is recognized across the globe as a symbol of excellence among meeting planners. We share tips from qualified CMPs for how to succeed. Becoming a qualified CMP can be a nerve-wracking experience for those who are taking the exam … | Continue reading
Have you tried creating new concepts at your event by making things yourselves? Add the personal touch to your event by trying your hand at some of these creative DIY event ideas. Whether you are looking for ways to stretch your event budget or a start a new creative event projec … | Continue reading
News struck this morning about the London transport authority banning Uber. While the use of sharing economy services is still controversial, attendees won’t be happy for sure. We have proof. The news is out today and it is disruptive for sharing economy services, a favourite cho … | Continue reading
If you have speakers at your event you know how difficult it can be to get everything you need from them ahead of time. This is compounded when the speaker is famous or an executive at your company. How can you get your needs met without nagging and making them angry? Get out you … | Continue reading
This is a sponsored post by Arrow Promotional. More information about Event Manager Blog’s sponsored posts. Are you looking for new ideas to get your visitors excited about your event swag? Here are 10 trends in event promotional items and some hot products you should be aware of … | Continue reading
Becoming a better event problem solver can make you indispensable. Luckily, problem-solving is not something you have to be born with. You can master it. Here’s how. In 2015, Steve Harvey, the then host of the Miss Universe Pageant did what every emcee lives in fear of doing. He … | Continue reading
More and more artists are locking down on cellphone use at their events with a soft ‘phone prison’. As creatures of habit, can event planners learn to do the same? Imagine attending a conference where mobile devices are banned. You are not allowed to look at your phone, your tabl … | Continue reading
ConferencePulse is a conference intelligence platform designed to help conference professionals decide which events to attend, sponsor or speak at. ##abovethefold## ConferencePulse: What Is It? ConferencePulse uses marketing and sales intelligence to help conference professionals … | Continue reading
Meeting planners must think of everything. But if you’re not considering how to deal with a natural disaster, either before your event or while you’re there, you’re placing your attendees (and potentially their loved ones) at risk. Here are the basics of what you need to know fro … | Continue reading
In this new video, we share some tips that you can begin implementing immediately to look after your mental and physical well-being, to ensure you are the best version of you. ##abovethefold## How to Deliver Amazing Events Without Compromising Your Well-Being? In recent years, in … | Continue reading
Looking for new ways of creating content for your audience that will help explain complex ideas? With the right newsjacking strategy, you can inject a breaking news story into your conference schedule or marketing campaign, and elevate your brand’s message. From Star Wars, to the … | Continue reading
Want to get greater donations from your event attendees? Here are a few tips to leverage relationships in order to land those larger checks. If you’re hosting a non-profit gala or some other event where donations are a central part of the agenda, your success largely hinges on yo … | Continue reading
In this new video, we talk about how events are the ultimate FOMO generator. ##abovethefold## How to Harness the Power of FOMO in Events In this video, we’re going to talk about how to harness the power of FOMO to engage future attendees by making them SO upset they couldn’t atte … | Continue reading
Do you think it’s impossible to get new clients as an introvert? Or do you love networking but haven’t had any success where you’ve looked? If you want new clients, we have 69 proven ways to find them, whatever your personality type. One of the most common questions we’re asked a … | Continue reading
You can never have too much dessert, so for the foodies with a sweet tooth, here are more mini sweets and delicacies you can add to your event menu. Some event layouts merely cannot accommodate dining or seating which makes feeding attendees difficult without losing space (and ul … | Continue reading
Are you struggling with all the moving parts behind making multiple vendor inquiries for your events? Here are the things that you need to cover to communicate effectively and efficiently to get the information and prices you need, first time. If you talk to venues and vendors ab … | Continue reading
Apple is taking further steps in carving the future of technology with the launch of three new iPhones. From facial recognition to AR, here are some of the key features and what they could mean for event professionals. On Tuesday, Apple Inc. Chief Executive Officer Tim Cook took … | Continue reading
This is a case study from QuickMobile. More information about Event Manager Blog’s case studies. An event app should be an integral part of your event, and keep users attention and interest. This case study explores how the Xperience Conference used their event app effectively to … | Continue reading
Are you negotiating a venue contract for the first time or need a refresher on getting a better deal? Here’s what you need to know. Negotiating is something you either love or hate. You enjoy the thrill of the hunt or you wish the “money talk” never had to happen. But while you m … | Continue reading
Join us for this free webinar to learn how to deliver VIP experiences to your clients and participants. Love, money and fame – It’s what all your participants want. In this webinar, discover how can you use your event to deliver these to your clients and participants. From the fi … | Continue reading