Rob Cummings

Virtual events are revolutionizing conferencing, changing the way we meet and connect. Learn how they can help you reach a global audience while keeping your attendees engaged. And discover the importance of picking a single platform that can provide interactive experiences. XtendLive is a customizable and scalable 3D virtual event platform designed specifically for hosting …

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Few products are so exciting or essential that they can genuinely sell themselves. In most cases, it’s much more effective to support a new product with a marketing campaign. Kick it off with a powerful product launch that lets your audience know there’s something special on the horizon. The challenge: Do it online! Can a …

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Looking for virtual networking tips for your next online event? Adding networking opportunities is always a safe bet for attracting more attendees. Whether it’s a conference or summit, a trade show, or a sales meeting, networking is high on the list of reasons people attend professional events. Networking is valuable to attendees, and that makes …

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Hybrid events have evolved rapidly in recent years. The surging popularity was initially due to necessity. But now many organizations—and attendees—embrace the benefits they offer. However, the success of any given hybrid event depends in part on choosing the right hybrid format. There are multiple types of hybrid events, all with some unique advantages. Which …

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Holding meetings is a whole new ballgame these days. You’re less likely to have every meeting participant in the same room at the same time. Instead, it’s almost guaranteed that people will beam in from other parts of the country—or the world. But there’s more than one way to hold a hybrid meeting. Here, we …

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The very first online events date as far back as the 1990s and took the form of simple webinars lasting less than an hour. The industry has come a long way since then, particularly over the last couple of years. Now, most types of events can work in a virtual format, giving event planners and …

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Breakout spaces are useful to have at live events, and they’re equally useful at virtual events too. By using virtual breakout spaces, you can encourage attendee participation and send engagement levels soaring, increasing the overall success of your event. Why Your Virtual Event Needs Breakout Spaces Given that events are all about bringing people together, …

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Are you and your team spending too much time dealing with common attendee questions that have simple solutions? If so, you might need to update your virtual event frequently asked questions list. If your virtual event FAQ includes all the common questions attendees are likely to have, you’ll free up time you and your team …

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Because of their many benefits, virtual events are here to stay. But one hard truth about virtual events is that they can sometimes be less engaging than live ones. Event planners must find ways to address this issue. Gamification is perfect for this and has many more benefits as well. Add gamification elements to your …

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Your online event might have a stellar lineup of speakers and incredibly informative education sessions, but is it enough to ensure high attendance figures? If your virtual event registration process is poorly executed, it may mean you end up with far fewer attendees than you expected. To maximize attendance, your event website should be effective …

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One challenge of transitioning from live to virtual and hybrid events is that some of the elements that make live events so successful are missing or altered when you take an event online. Of all the differences between live and virtual events, the interpersonal aspect is one of the most critical. Adding one or more …

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