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How Associations Can Get Media Traction with Press Releases

Associations Now

Here are six tips associations can use when writing and sending out press releases. Like other media outlets, Associations Now finds out about some of these initiatives through well-written and well-timed press releases. Press release titles should be relatively short,” Kane said. Release at an odd time. “

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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. Please share in the comments.

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Creating an Event Communication Plan

MemberClicks

The main goal for any event is getting people there in the first place — so you probably have a pretty solid plan for promoting it to your members. Whether you’ll be face-to-face, all online, or some combination of the two, keeping attendees informed and engaged is imperative to event success. What is an Event Communication Plan?

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Study: The Press Release Is Not Dead

Associations Now

Despite the glut of information available to almost anyone, many journalists still rely on the press release and PR professionals for story leads. One communications pro shares some tips on crafting an effective release and the art of media pitching. breaking news (77 percent). supporting facts (70 percent). Is it newsworthy?”.

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2020 ASAE Virtual Annual Meeting & Exposition Breaks Event Registration Record

AssociationChat

ASAE released its press release this morning sharing that it had the highest registration number in the 100-year history of the event. The final attendance breakdown included: 12,813 executives, 544 exhibitors, 207 industry partners, 433 consultants, and 111 others including press, vendors, and staff. Atlanta CVB.

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How the Events Industry Is Coming Together Amid COVID-19

Associations Now

That’s why this week I wanted to share some stories about how the events industry is coming together in these tough times to support one another and their communities. The daylong, worldwide event focused on education, inspiration, and networking in the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic. Donating food to local communities.

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IMEX America picks Swapcard

AssociationChat

[ Read full press release ]. Swapcard has partnered with IMEX Group, the premier global organizer for the business events community, to deliver a new portfolio of digital experiences for the global meetings and events industry.

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