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The Ultimate Event Planning Guide: How to Plan an Event

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Looking for how to plan an event, or advice on event planning? We’ve seen a lot of organizationsevents over the years, and there are ten steps we’ve identified as key to a successful event. You’ve come to the right place.

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World Health Organization Publishes Coronavirus Event-Planning Guide

Associations Now

As concern about the coronavirus grows, the World Health Organization recently released a report with recommendations about keeping attendees safe at large events. In addition, the document outlines what to do if meeting attendees exhibit symptoms consistent with the virus during the event.

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4 Tips for Handling Unexpected Challenges During Events

NXUnite

When planning an event for your nonprofit or association, you’re probably focused on securing a venue, soliciting sponsor support, and encouraging people to register for your event online. Likely, you’re not anticipating things that could go awry at your event. Create a crisis response plan.

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6 Steps to Successful Virtual Event Planning

Eplys

When planning a major event or conference, it’s best to investigate all of the ways you can maximize your event’s success. Many people and organizations have heard of a virtual event, but have no idea how to pull one off.

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A Step-by-Step Guide to Choosing Event Management Software

NXUnite

For event planners at an association, nonprofit, or other organization, investing in the right event management software can streamline many of your tasks, making your job easier. It also ensures your organization has ongoing access to data that you can use to guide your future decision-making.

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Event Planning Has Risen in the Ranks of Most Stressful Jobs

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IStock Photo by cyano66 Before the pandemic, one could argue that jobs with life-and-death consequences were surely more stressful than planning an annual conference. According to a study by the World Scholarship Vault , event planner stress levels are hitting a new high — the third-most stressful job in the world for 2023.

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5 Pitfalls of Event Planning and How to Avoid Them

Ngage Management

According to Professional Convention Management Association (PCMA), the world’s largest community for business events strategists, event planning is one of the most stressful jobs in the world. Amber Feldpausch, CMP, CTA, Senior Event Manager for Ngage Management, has been an event planner for more than 15 years.