Networking is a key part of the job for many professionals. A networking event is a great option if you’re looking to hold a simple but versatile virtual event. It’s the attendees themselves that make these events valuable, so networking sessions are low-cost too. They’re effective both as stand-alone events and as part of the …
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Just like live events, virtual and hybrid events come in many different forms and formats. Choosing the right format for your virtual conference or other online event is key to its success. For that reason, it’s vital to understand the differences between the major format options. One choice you need to make is whether to …
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Immersive virtual events are set to become the next big thing in the events industry. But what are they exactly? The future of events will almost certainly include immersive online events. That’s why it’s important to keep up with this arm of the industry as it evolves. What Are Immersive Online Events, and Why Do …
At the close of a virtual event, sending out a post-virtual event survey for attendees and sponsors is a great way to gather useful data. Along with metrics such as ROI and the net promoter score, surveys can help you gauge the success of an event. Event feedback surveys also provide useful information that can …
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Push notifications are a simple and highly effective way of communicating with event attendees—at live events, that is. Are push notifications useful at virtual events? Even though attendees are accessing the event via a computer or device, virtual event push notifications can still be a useful addition. What Are Push Notifications? Push notifications are an …
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The world of events is always changing. In 2020, virtual and hybrid events were the newest thing. These events are still growing in popularity, but now there’s a new twist you should consider adding to your toolkit: the virtual event audio-only attendance option. Why Offer an Audio-Only Option at Virtual Events? It seems counterintuitive to …
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Many of 2020’s industry events, both big and small, were canceled. Others were postponed. Some took an entirely new direction and went online. For instance, Open Source 101 hosted 1,000 attendees in April after shifting its Austin, TX event location to a virtual space. Salesforce World Tour Sydney hosted online-only in March, and the Microsoft …
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Virtual events have come lightyears in the last 12 months. The massive increase in demand for these kinds of events played a huge role, and as a result, the technology being adapted for digital environments is also making impressive strides. One piece of tech you need on your radar is 3D virtual studio production, which …
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Event audiences are growing more and more sophisticated in their needs and expectations. What wowed attendees of the 1980s and ‘90s doesn’t even get a raised eyebrow nowadays. Attendees want more from the events they attend; they want to be intrigued, challenged, and entertained. Thankfully, online technology can help you do all that and more. Instead …
Hybrid Events: You’ve Heard of Them. Here’s Why You Should Be Planning One. Read More »
The number of Americans working remotely more than doubled in 2020. The benefits of working from home became apparent very quickly, but so too did the downsides to remote working, like the lack of face-to-face interaction and the opportunities for team-building. To help employees work at their full potential, employers need to foster a collaborative …
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Live and virtual trade shows are similar in many respects. The essential concept of the show is the same: They bring together attendees, exhibitors, and typically one or more sponsors. But around this common core, there are many differences between a trade show in person and one online. Content that works at live trade shows …
When it comes to event speakers, there’s not a huge difference between booking one for an in-person event versus booking one for a virtual event. But in terms of the speakers themselves, there’s actually a world of difference between a great live speaker and a great virtual speaker. Booking someone who’s experienced at live speaking …
