Learning how to manage your time, deliver projects promptly and show respect for your clients is something every event manager should focus on perfecting early on in their career. Here are 8 reasons why being late is simply unacceptable in events. Everyone knows that person who i … | Continue reading
Trade shows are an important part of our industry. So which are the top 10 exhibition venues around the world? Not surprisingly, the biggest dedicated exhibition venues are located in the biggest trading nations – Germany, China and the US. However, a staggering 70% of the top 10 … | Continue reading
This is a sponsored post written by Sean Burke, Head of Marketing at Ticketbud. More information about Event Manager Blog’s sponsored posts. The basic human interactions that make events so wonderful may not have changed, but the ways in which we hear about events and how we acce … | Continue reading
XING Events is the only registration provider that combines event management software and business networking. Here is our review. XING Events: What Is It? XING Events has had a long time presence on this blog. Formerly known as Amiando, it is one of the most acclaimed registrati … | Continue reading
With pressure to innovate, people often want to shrug off everything that worked in the past. But it’s not necessary to throw everything away. Here are 13 ideals for the event industry that we need now more than ever. Event professionals have been examining all sorts of angles tr … | Continue reading
Did you know EventMB has a Youtube Channel? Here is the fourth video from our brand new series. Our first vlog discussed whether event planning is for you. The second video shared the questions event planners always get asked. The third one disclosed the reasons why people really … | Continue reading
Because we’ve done it every year is not a good reason to run a meeting! Now more than ever we need to get a greater return from our events. As event planners we have a responsibility to ensure the events we run align with organization strategy. Here are 7 steps to achieving succe … | Continue reading
Have you ever wanted to peek inside the minds of some of the best eventprofs in the industry? 6 experts share their daily routines and how those routines make them more successful! Regardless of how confident you are as an eventprof, it never hurts to chat with some mentors or co … | Continue reading
Are the most important lessons for event planners the lessons that we learn ourselves? Everyone in the event industry gets their start somewhere. Whether it is through education or an internship, somewhere along the lines you get your foot in the door and start your journey into … | Continue reading
Gjests is an event check-in platform and guest list management app, available on iOS and Android. Here is our review. Gjests: What Is It? Gjests (pronounced “yests”) is a web and mobile guest list management tool that lets you invite and check-in attendees to an event. It allows … | Continue reading
Apple is a household name and events are a massive part of their marketing strategy. Here are some key events they have hosted and how their approach has developed over the years, culminating in today’s special event. When Apple launch a new product (or host an event) they genera … | Continue reading
How can you build a strong brand for your event? Join us for this free webinar to learn about event branding and how to set yourself apart from the competition. Branding starts from the moment your event is booked. The “brand” is part of every element and attendee touchpoint. Thi … | Continue reading
Emotional Intelligence can be described as that special talent some people have to be in tune with other people. The most successful leaders and event planners have high emotional intelligence. Here is how to harness this intuition. Emotional Intelligence is the concept of bein … | Continue reading
The recent geopolitical developments are putting event planners under an incredible pressure to secure the safety of their attendees. With the contribution of top safety experts in the industry and law enforcement, here is what you need to know about protecting your event. No que … | Continue reading
If you work in events you will have experienced these moments numerous times throughout your event planning career. Only event professionals can truly understand these situations and appreciate the thoughts and feelings they bring along. All part of the job perhaps but we share y … | Continue reading
Websites are a fantastic opportunity for an event venue to show off its true potential. As well as great design they have to be informative, seamless and user friendly. Here are 21 top global event venue websites. As an event planner venue websites can often be a let down. In fac … | Continue reading
Need to do more with less in your event budget? It’s the experience you need to concentrate on, not the marketing. While your general event budget does not dictate your event’s success, how you allocate it does. The general rule of thumb is one-third of your event is food and bev … | Continue reading
This is a sponsored post written by Nishita Jain, Sr. Digital Marketing Director, a2z. More information about Event Manager Blog’s sponsored posts. Blending digital networking with face to face meetings can deliver extended conversations and strengthened relationships. Here are s … | Continue reading
Did you know EventMB has a Youtube Channel? Here is the third video from our brand new series. Our first vlog discussed whether event planning is for you. The second video shared the questions event planners always get asked. You can subscribe to our youtube channel here. This ne … | Continue reading
Have you ever wondered how everyone hears about all the cool events and you’re always one step behind? How does everyone have tickets before you? There’s a reason for that and it’s knowing about who to follow on social media and where. Back in 2012 we let you in on the best event … | Continue reading
TV has lost one of its biggest allies, events. Learn why the revolution won’t be televised, it will be livestreamed. I am sure you cringed with me if you were based on the west coast of the United States and discovered that the Olympic ceremony was going to be displayed in a reco … | Continue reading
Are you guilty of any of these common bad habits of event planners? Stop it. Now! Everyone has a few routines that we would like to change about ourselves or our work styles. Over time we develop habits that might not lead us toward our most productive and successful work. Recogn … | Continue reading
If you read this blog and share its articles on social media, you probably used the hashtag #eventprofs. How did it start? Where is it going? I love #eventprofs. Whenever I refer to someone working in the event industry, I refer to them as event professionals. It is that perfect … | Continue reading
As we grow and become super #eventprofs, there will always be times where our confidence is shaky. By understanding how to battle confidence killers along the way, you can successfully defeat them! Being confident is an important aspect to being a successful #eventprof. Every onc … | Continue reading
SceneSquid automates event promotion. Event planners can post an event once and SceneSquid posts it everywhere else on your behalf. Here is our review. SceneSquid: What Is It? As an event planner or event marketer you probably spend hours posting and sharing your event to relevan … | Continue reading
Just because it’s always been done that way, is no reason to continue the foolishness. It’s time to get rid of these 11 outdated rules and traditions in the event industry. Every job has its stupid rules and sacred cows that may have existed for a reason at some point but their n … | Continue reading
Sometimes you can draw parallels from your real life to a TV show or series. For event planners, you may be surprised to learn that planning an event has more in common with the Netflix hit Stranger Things than you might think… Netflix has been on a roll recently with its popular … | Continue reading
If your event budget is tight, don’t fret. There are many no-cost marketing solutions. Market your event for free (or nearly so) with these ideas. You can host a spectacular event with no money in your marketing budget but you can’t host an event with no marketing. Marketing is i … | Continue reading
Customer service is key in any industry, but in events it can make or break your reputation. Here are 4 fails from the world of events and what all event planners can learn from them. When something goes wrong at an event, the way that you handle it with your customers will ultim … | Continue reading
It’s difficult to imagine that the Olympic Games could ever be sustainable in their present form. Yet since 1996 every Olympic host city has taken strides to integrate environmental and social responsibility into planning. Each with varying degrees of success, including Rio 2016 … | Continue reading
Are you finding yourself spending too much time on certain jobs? If so, take a step back and see if you can streamline and speed up your daily tasks! “Never neglect details. When everyone’s mind is dulled or distracted, the leader must be doubly vigilant.” – Colin Powell An #even … | Continue reading
This is a sponsored post written by Florian Courgenouil, Marketing Director, Goomeo. More information about Event Manager Blog’s sponsored posts. Smartphone app downloads worldwide are slowing down considerably. In an industry battling to raise app adoption and engagement levels … | Continue reading
Event sponsorship as we know it has reached its tipping point. Join us in this free webinar to re-think your sponsorship offering and sell more inventory. I told you a few weeks ago that event sponsorship is broken. Selling exposure doesn’t mean much anymore. Savvy brands are say … | Continue reading
There is no small experiential marketing. The very definition says, “go big or go home.” Here are a few examples of just how big some companies are willing to go to reach their audience and make an impact. From unexpected gifts to pop-up hotels, see how some brands made a big imp … | Continue reading
Preparing for an event is often exhausting and stressful, and sleepless nights are unfortunately all too common for eventprofs in the days leading up to big events. Here are some tips that can help you get some extra ZZZs. Sleep is essential for productivity and awareness. Stop t … | Continue reading
A recent study has revealed the power of nostalgia on human behaviour and most interestingly on spending and donating patterns. How and why should we try to incorporate this state of mind into our events and event marketing? Memories are a powerful thing. A song, a smell, a pictu … | Continue reading
Exhibition booths are constantly evolving in terms of design, display and experience. Get inspired by some of the latest innovations observed at major trade shows around the world. The notion of the “exhibit environment” is rising and the stakes are high. Booth design is a seriou … | Continue reading
New this year to the Olympics – social media contenders Twitter, Snapchat, and Facebook. Who will bring home the gold? Social media is playing a larger role in the Olympics than ever before. Who will do it best? There’s something unusual going on with the Olympics and it’s not fe … | Continue reading
Eventtus is a simple event app to discover, explore and network at events. Here is our review. Eventtus: What Is It? Some event apps are too complex and overwhelming for your attendees, which means that the app doesn’t get used. Eventtus strips back unnecessary functionality to o … | Continue reading
Think SEO isn’t sexy? Think again. Arguably, there is nothing more seductive to event planners than the successful launch and online elation surrounding their events. Good SEO can do that for them. Here is what you need to know. Search Engine Optimization (SEO) doesn’t often get … | Continue reading
Steve Jobs’ brilliance can be applied to event management as well. Check out these quotes. Steve Jobs wasn’t an event planner but he knew innovation. Steve Jobs, innovator extraordinaire, co-founder and former CEO of Apple, left an indelible legacy. In addition to his involvement … | Continue reading
Managing large-scale events is a massive undertaking in timing, crowd control, and security but there’s a lot more to learn from Comic-Con than just handling people. Comic-Con delights and surprises. Check out these suggestions from Con for improving any size event. Comic-Con Int … | Continue reading
One of the most discussed opening ceremony of the history of the Olympics just happened. What do event professionals have to say? How would you rate it? Who doesn’t love the Olympics? The biggest event. Billions to produce it, years to make it happen, half of the world population … | Continue reading
Ever feel like email is taking over your life or dictating your working day? Here is how to get your inbox back under control! Email is the probably the most important business communication tool, and unavoidable in working life today. In the fast-paced world of events, there see … | Continue reading
Times are changing and so should our habits. Here are 14 things eventprofs are still using at events… but shouldn’t. Don’t blame it on us if we want to have some fun. Changes are happening in our beloved industry. While it looks like we are finally dropping that stereotype of eve … | Continue reading
This is a sponsored post written by Kristen Carvalho, Sr. Content and Social Media Manager at etouches. More information about Event Manager Blog’s sponsored posts. You don’t have a second chance to make a first impression. Keep this in mind when thinking how you should welcome a … | Continue reading
Some events are are meant to stay, they go from strength to strength, develop a cult-like following and will go down in the history books. Here we explore how five iconic music festivals, conferences and exhibitions – kings of events – have managed to achieve massive growth, live … | Continue reading
The rest of 2016 and 2017 are set to be quite disruptive. Technology and political changes will shake up the event industry as we know it. Are you ready to embrace the change? I am not sure if you noticed but there is a lot going on in the world. The last 6 months have […]The pos … | Continue reading