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There are more opportunities than ever to utilize technology in events. You can use it to check guests in and increase your event security; you can use tech to explore a venue when you can’t see it in person; you can use tech to make a first impression or enhance an event with AV equipment.…
As we move into 2019, it’s important that we get out in front of the fact that event costs are rising as we go into the new year. According to Skift, increased meeting demand has led to increased travel and hotel costs as demand outstrips supply. As we move through the year, chances are good that…
It’s a new year and we’ve already hit the ground running with 2019 events and conferences. As we’re consulting our calendar and scheduling who is going to be onsite at which event, we’re thinking about ways to maximize our time. We’ve adopted a “road warrior” state of mind to ensure that we’re as efficient as…
There are only a few weeks until the holidays, and the end of 2018 is fast approaching. You might still have a few weeks to put off figuring out your personal resolutions, but we’ve got some suggestions for how to make sure your 2019 event strategy is in fighting shape and ready to go. Check…
The days of hosting events without being accountable for ROI have come and gone. This means, we, as marketers, have more jobs than ever before. We have to highlight customer profiles, scan event trends and clue stakeholders in to the event decision-making. All this, while also maximizing event attendance. Research shows that people — especially millenials…
Nothing makes an event or presentation fall flatter than sound, lighting or tech issues. Without sound and light, the presenter is just standing silent and alone in the dark without an audience they can see. So, when planning your offsite meeting, reception or large-scale event, few things are more important than your audiovisual equipment. Utilizing…
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Coordinating events can be a lot. You have to pick an event based on client profiles and current trends. Then there’s actually coordinating the event proper. Afterward, you need to follow up with attendees (and no shows) and track your return on investment. When executed properly, events are a powerful addition to any company’s marketing…
A big product announcement. Your end-of-the-year holiday bash. A Dreamforce reception for MVP clients. Your company’s executive retreat. All of these occasions are times you need to go above and beyond to service your vision with a large-scale event. But where do you start when your team or company’s reputation, employee morale and/or impression on…
Executing a partner marketing strategy begins with understanding your brand and your ideal customer. Once you’ve done that however, the real work begins. Successfully partnering with another business—from your pitch to your followup with clients—requires four steps, and we’re here to walk you through each one below. Step 1: prep for your partners After all…
Happy almost holidays! Yes, it’s true. One minute it’s rooftop season and you’re sipping a mojito enjoying a light breeze, and the next minute it’s November and you’re calling every venue under the non-existent sun trying to secure a private room last minute. Waiting until winter to book won’t allow you to host the holiday…
So you’ve got your next event ready to go. You’ve got your invite list ready to go, it’s in the perfect location, and it’s not missing a thing. Or is it? If you’re looking to give your next event a little extra something that will get guest talking and leave an impression, make sure to…
The chefs have packed up, the drinks have stopped flowing, and the masses have dispersed. Finally, your client event is over and you can get some rest, right? Wrong!
