The Aftermath of a Failed Event, and what to do next?

A while back, I talked a bit about what an event manager—and the brand they’re working with—should do if one of their events goes south. That piece focused primarily on what an event management professional should do to avoid and mitigate trouble. Today, we’re going to focus on how to manage a failed event after the fact.  We’re going to assume that, despite your best efforts, you were unable to salvage your event.

What should be done after an event has gone off the deep end?

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5 Tips for Planning a Successful Event

There is a fine line between a successful event and one that blows up in your face. It goes without saying that you want to be planning a successful event. And you’re in luck! Here are five simple tips of advice to follow that can lead to a more successful event.

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Big Data Plays A Role In Event Management

What’s the big deal about big data?

We’ll assume every event planner knows they should be collecting hard data on their events and analyzing this information, looking at their metrics and working to improve performance, drive down costs, etc.  We’ll also assume you’ve heard the term.

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5 Traits of a Successful Event Management Platform

For event professionals, the right event management platform can be a game-changer, providing the tools necessary to streamline planning, enhance attendee engagement, and simplify complex logistics. Let’s explore the essential traits of a successful event management platform that make it a must-have for any event planner. 1. Robust Information Management Effective information management is the backbone of any successful event management platform. From tracking registrations and attendee demographics to organizing schedules and budgets, the platform should offer seamless data handling and storage. A strong information management system lets event planners focus on the event rather than toggling between disjointed spreadsheets […]

How to create a Tweet Suite

We’ve all been to conferences that had comfy couches, we may have even been to conferences that had Tweetwalls (We hope so!), but have you ever been to a conference that had a Tweet Suite? Well today, we’re going to go over some of the basics on how to create one to increase engagement and socialization at your events. Just to clarify exactly what a Tweet Suite is—essentially, a Tweet Suite is an area at your event dedicated for your attendees to lounge, relax, socialize and maybe get some work done if they desire. Seating The first thing you need while creating […]