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Let’s Rethink the Virtual Exhibit Hall
Virtual meetings don’t feel the same as their in-person equivalents, especially in the exhibit hall. But that may reflect an opportunity to reshape the event experience for vendors and exhibitors entirely.
Weekly Now: People Are Ready to Return to Events … Well, Soon
Recent research from Freeman finds that attendees and exhibitors alike are warming up to doing in-person events near the end of the year. Also: Understanding the relationship between engagement and value.
Are Microconferences on the Rise?
As vaccination rates increase and people get more comfortable with the idea of attending meetings again, some associations are taking baby steps by hosting microconferences in several cities instead of having one large meeting. A look at the format and its benefits.
What Should Future Conferences Look Like?
A new report from the American Institute of Physics examines how scientific groups should reimagine their meetings to better meet stakeholder needs. While the report is geared toward scientific audiences, its suggestions can benefit all association meetings.
Good Reads You Might Have Missed: The Legal Side of Events
COVID-19 has reshaped the landscape for events, raising legal issues that organizations may not have grappled with before. These recent articles feature practical advice from legal experts and insurance pros.
Three Questions You'll Need to Answer When Planning Hybrid Conferences
Hybrid conferences may be the next big thing in meetings, but because they involve face-to-face and virtual participants, they come with their own unique set of planning challenges. As associations begin executing hybrid events, here are some questions to ask during the planning stage.
The Document That Will Improve Every Meeting You Have
A meeting agreement, especially for virtual meetings, not only sets the stage for stronger conversations but also makes room for voices that may not always feel comfortable speaking up.
Survey Questions to Ask Attendees and Sponsors After a Virtual Event
A look at several open-ended survey questions that will help you collect genuine and usable feedback from your virtual conference attendees and sponsors.
Four Ways to Improve Remote Panel Discussions
Panel discussions, that old standby of in-person events, are actually well suited for the virtual meetings format. Here’s how to make your remote panels great.
Roll Out the Welcome Mat for First-Time Attendees at Your Virtual Events
It’s important that first-timers attending your virtual events have a positive experience. Here are a few ideas to consider for welcoming newbies to your online conferences.
