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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. Here are her five pitfalls of event planning and how to avoid them. Not Utilizing the Latest Technology.

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Going Hybrid: Tips for Event Planning in 2021 and Beyond

Protech

Events & Communication Specialist. If your association events team is still a little breathless from all the juggling you did in 2020, you’re not alone. Last year, event teams turned on a dime to pivot their in-person gatherings to virtual formats. How Will Events Evolve? Planning all-virtual events.

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Inclusive Event Planning after COVID-19

AssociationChat

There’s a lot to consider to make sure people stay apart, but it can be built into your event planning. One of the big considerations for any event is what food and drink will be available. Whatever measures you decide to put in place, you need to be communicating with your guests to set expectations.

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5 Ways Technology Can Push Your Fundraising Strategy Forward

Higher Logic

We all know it’s true: technology is becoming more vital with each passing day. As useful (and addictive ) as technology can be, many nonprofits still don’t know how to reap the full benefits of their various software platforms. Online community and marketing tools open up communications with your supporters.

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4 Tips for Handling Unexpected Challenges During Events

NXUnite

When you’re hosting an event, many of the potential issues you’re anticipating likely have to do with the event technology you’re using. To get all team members on board with your event technology, follow these steps: Assess your training needs. Communicate effectively with stakeholders.

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Employee Spotlight: Heather Hughes, Marketing Communications Specialist

Protech

When the COVID-19 pandemic brought in-person events to a halt in early 2020, the Protech marketing team joined so many others in the association community in scrambling to shift gears. As Protech’s event guru, Marketing Communications Specialist Heather Hughes’ event planning skills were put to the test – and she delivered. .

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Association Brain Food: 12.8.23

Reid All About it

Results Direct and.orgCommunity released the first and most comprehensive report on mobile apps in the association community , which includes data on how associations and their members are using mobile apps. Ensure the roles and responsibilities of managing and consuming data are properly planned. Technology has its own momentum.

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