Tue.Nov 12, 2024

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Improving Member Communications with a Mobile App

Clowder

Because member inboxes are full, your emails often go unread. Communicating via email isn’t yielding the same results it used to. But you can still reach members in a non-obtrusive way via their phones.

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Cvent CEO reflects on 25 years of innovation & unveils three trends defining the future of meetings and events at largest hybrid Cvent CONNECT Europe Conference to date

Event Industry News

Cvent CONNECT Europe, one of the region’s largest meetings, events and hospitality technology conferences, hosted by Cvent, brought together thousands of industry professionals both in-person in London and online last week for three days of networking, education and hands-on technology training.

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Key Qualities and Skills to Look for in Potential Board Members

Blue Avocado

We recently asked the Blue Avocado community, “What are the key qualities and skills you look for in potential board members?” Here’s a summary of some of the best answers we received: A Deep and Sincere Caring About the Nonprofit’s Mission The most important “quality” in a board member would be a real and heartfelt caring about the mission/goal of the nonprofit they will be involved with.

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What gives in Nebraska? The Buffett effect and a culture of giving 

Candid

Did you know? When we look at which states receive the most charitable dollars per capita, Nebraska punches above its weight. That’s one of the findings from Dollars and Change: A Look at Individual and Institutional Giving Across the United States From 2015 to 2022 , a report released in September by Candid, GivingTuesday, and Network for Good. The study analyzes trends by recipient organization size, issue area, and location, as well as economic conditions.

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A New Look At Running Grants & Programs: Why Use A System When You Have Excel?

Speaker: Gareth Webb & Phil Selley, Founding Partners at Intouch Business

For many nonprofit organizations and NGOs, managing grants and monitoring projects with spreadsheets and manual processes feels familiar—but is it holding your organization back? As funding requirements become more complex and stakeholder expectations for transparency grow, relying on outdated methods can lead to inefficiencies, missed opportunities, and compliance risks.

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Evolution Dome Returns to Event Sustainability Live

Event Industry News

Temporary inflatable event structure specialist, Evolution Dome, is set to return to Event Sustainability Live which will run alongside Event Tech Live (ETL) at ExCeL London on November 20-21, 2024.

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Corporate event organisers struggle to prioritise sustainability finds ICE Annual Benchmarking Report

Event Industry News

The latest ICE Annual Benchmarking Research Report, produced in collaboration with Cvent, has revealed concerning trends amongst corporate event professionals regarding the adoption of sustainable event practices. A mixture of knowledge, cost and time, all taking their toll on organisers.

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Behind a Successful Advocacy Event

Associations Now

Hosting an awards event honoring legislators can be a boon for an association’s lobbying goals and leadership. But advance planning is critical. Advocacy is a difficult job on a good day, and at the moment it might feel appreciably harder for many associations. There’s turnover in the White House, in Congress, and at the state level, and the level of disruption President-elect Donald Trump’s might deliver during a second term is uncertain.

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DECORDIA has launched carbon literacy course for the events sector

Event Industry News

Available to book here now This October DECORDIA launches their Carbon Literacy Course for Events, to offer an accessible and interactive education on how festivals and outdoor events can begin, or further reduce their carbon emissions, and look after people and the planet.

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Onboarding Best Practices

Achurch

You have a new hire. What does your onboarding entail? Readying equipment? Meeting the team? Filling out forms? If so, it’s time to dig a little deeper. A thoughtful and thorough onboarding experience leads to better outcomes for organizations and staff. Nearly 70% of employees who experience great onboarding are at their organization 3 or more years later.

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Find New Non-Dues Revenue Streams for Your Organization with This Free Guide

Struggling to generate revenue beyond membership dues? You're not alone. Our free guide, The Ultimate Guide to Non-Dues Revenue for Associations , offers practical strategies to help your organization boost financial health. Inside, you'll explore creative ways to generate income, including: Educational offerings tailored to your audience Event-based revenue opportunities Job boards that drive engagement and income Corporate sponsorship ideas A checklist to evaluate and strengthen your current a

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Cash Flow Mastery: Managing Liquidity in the Event Industry

Event Industry News

The event industry, once known for its steady cash flow and manageable financial cycles, has experienced profound changes in recent years. Historically, this sector operated under fairly predictable financial dynamics.

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3 Secrets to Building a Wildly Engaging Community

Elevating Engagement

Are you struggling to keep your community members motivated and connected? When I talk to association leaders, I hear about more failed online communities than not. This worries me because online communities are not the only place where we build Community. (Note the use of the capital C. That’s because Community isn’t just any old community—it’s Community with heart.

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GES shares data insights with industry at Event Sustainability Live

Event Industry News

GES’ Head of ESG, Kate Holliday, will be taking to the stage at this month’s Event Sustainability Live to share insights into how the firm uses data to make decisions that benefit both the business and its surroundings.

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Strata acquires Element London and raises investment to fund further expansion

Event Industry News

Strata, the award-winning brand experience agency, has acquired Element London and raised significant investment to fund further acquisitions and international expansion. Element is a market-leading prize, reward and incentive specialist with more than 15 years’ experience in delivering promotions, activations and reward programmes for leading global brands in FMCG, entertainment, finance, technology and telecoms.

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Forecasting Failures Are Costly: Heres How To Fix Them

Speaker: Dave Sackett

Traditional budgeting and forecasting methods can no longer keep pace with today’s rapidly evolving business environment. Static budgets, rigid annual forecasts, and outdated financial models limit an organization’s ability to adapt to market shifts and economic uncertainty. To stay ahead, finance leaders must leverage a future-forward approach—one that leverages real-time data, predictive analytics, and continuous planning to drive smarter financial decisions.

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Trivandi acquires The Bulb to drive sustainable transformation across major events, venues, destinations and sports organisations

Event Industry News

Trivandi is proud to announce its acquisition of The Bulb, a global leader in sustainability consultancy. This strategic partnership marks a significant milestone in Trivandi’s growth journey, advancing its mission to create unforgettable experiences that leave sustainable legacies and inspire meaningful impact.

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Visit the Just Attend team at Event Tech Live 

Event Industry News

Just Attend is an all-in-one event platform that has been made by event organisers because there are no other tools in the market that can offer a true single platform that can manage an event from start to end.

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CrowdComms Achieves ISO 27001:2022 Recertification, Setting New Industry Standards for Data Security

Event Industry News

CrowdComms, a leading provider of event technology solutions, is proud to announce its successful recertification to the ISO 27001:2022 standard by the British Standards Institution (BSI). This significant achievement reinforces the company’s commitment to maintaining the highest levels of information security management across the tech and event management industries.