Blog » Event Tips

We offer a lot of little tips and tricks for events—like doing social media for events, planning events, knowing event industry terms, and more. And this little corner of our blog is where you’ll find all of those event tips. Good luck!

Boosting Social Media at Events

Stay up-to-date with platform algorithms and tech, engage attendees and non-attendees, and make the most out of your marketing efforts. Last week, we delved into the world of ticketing for your next event. Today, we’re shifting our focus towards leveraging social media to boost engagement and amplify your event’s marketing efforts. In the ever-evolving landscape of social media, staying up-to-date with platform algorithms and utilizing the latest technologies is crucial for maximizing your event’s potential. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll reveal our secret tips on how to effectively boost social media at events, while also linking out to some of […]

RFID: A Good Choice for Your Event?

There are many benefits of RFID, especially from an event technology perspective. While you don’t have to implement this technology at an upcoming event, it’s a strategy to consider. And here is why: Improved efficiency regarding event entry Additional revenue streams Looks good to attendees Access to real time insights and data Eliminate counterfeit tickets So besides the basic understanding of RFID benefits, there is a big question to answer: how do you know if this technology is a good fit for your event? SEE: Using Technology to Boost Attendance Others have used this successfully, but that doesn’t mean you can […]

Paper vs. Online Invitations: A Big Decision for Your Event

Go back in time 20+ years and you will find that sending event invitations was straightforward. Your only option, for the most part, was to send paper invitations. In today’s day and age, things have changed a bit. Now, you have a couple of options though the most popular is online. Which one is right for your event? Which one will attract the most attendees? Here is what makes a decision so difficult: there is no right or wrong answer. The choice is yours, and you can only make a final decision once you are comfortable with the pros and cons […]

Everything You Need To Know About Ticketing

Every event requires some sort of ticketing, ranging from a simple RSVP list to in-depth, data driven software systems. This week we are going to focus on the latest happenings in the ticketing world. It’s critical to have as accurate attendee numbers as possible to set a budget and ensure a smooth running event. It’s a waste of budget to over order on your catering or not have enough hotel rooms on site due to an oversold event. This closely follows our series from last week that looked at current innovation that is changing the event industry. Check out our pieces […]

Five Ways You Can Make Your Next Event More Innovative

Boost event innovation: Break free from schedules, engage senses, and heed attendee voices. Quick question – as an event management professional, what’s the one quality you want your events to possess? If you’re like most people, then your answer was that you want them to be memorable. You want your attendees to enjoy their experience, talk about your brand for months to come, and eagerly await your next event. Thing is, creating events that are truly memorable – and perhaps more importantly, truly unique – is a tall order these days. It seems like everything’s been said and done, and […]