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This post was originally published on May 14, 2020. It was updated on Jan. 13, 2021. It takes a lot to organize an event, and virtual events are no exception. Sure, you don’t need to book a venue or worry about catering, but your virtual event still needs a Virtual Event Planning Checklist, thoughtful strategy,…
This post was originally published on Aug. 6, 2019. It was last updated on Jan. 13, 2021. To most people, “events” is just another way of saying “cool stuff to do”: concerts, birthday parties, nature walks, Zoom happy hours, book club meetings, Independence Day parades, you name it. But for event planners and promoters, we…
This post was originally published on March 18, 2020. It was last updated on Jan. 13, 2021. After you’ve made the difficult decision to cancel your in-person event and the dust starts to settle, you might be wondering how to switch your get-together to a virtual event. These days, we’re lucky to have a plethora…
Some events are general admission. Some are virtual. And others require assigned seating. When it comes to selling tickets for an event where seat assignments matter, the topic is always going to turn to seating charts. Seating charts add a whole additional layer of planning to an event. In this post, we’ll walk through the…
The mission is at the heart of any nonprofit, and for many organizations, that mission is delivered through events. Whether you host board meetings, volunteer orientations, or fundraisers, events are a key function of many nonprofits. In this post, we’ll show you how to amplify your events by creating a calendar for your nonprofit on…
If you’re embracing virtual events, you’re in good company. These days, event planners are hosting classes, performances, and even conferences virtually. But figuring out how to make money on your virtual events can be a challenge at first. With an online event, you can’t sell tickets at the door, so you need to adapt your…
Planning virtual events can be time-consuming, especially with so many considerations, from figuring out which tools to use to deciding how to make money on online events. But once you have a game plan, setting up your calendar for virtual events in WordPress is easy — promise! Below, we’ll walk through the steps for organizing…
The mere thought of planning an event can be daunting: All that time and effort, all the logistics to coordinate, and all the costs that can add up quickly, plus a whole different set of concerns for virtual events, like choosing the best livestreaming platform or figuring out online ticketing. But creating a new event…
Virtual events can be great: The convenience! The low overhead! The countless ways to connect with people around the world! But if you’ve ever sat through a painful video call or a boring online class, you know that virtual events can also be a drag if they’re not executed properly. The key to creating engaging…
Facebook recently announced a slew of new tools and features designed to help foster virtual connections, and these updates could have major implications for event planners as they move more events online. From a new option to monetize Facebook Live events to a group video chat that rivals Zoom, here are some of the changes…
There are lots of reasons you might consider moving a conference to a virtual setting. Whether you’re working with a small budget or you need to change your in-person plans for some reason, a virtual conference is a great way to foster meaningful connections and learning opportunities. Why host a virtual conference? An online conference…
Canceling or postponing a performance is a bummer for everyone involved, from the artists to the venue to the fans who were eagerly awaiting a show. But if you need to scrap or reschedule a concert or any other kind of live performance, all is not lost. You can still bring the show to your…
Hi. I’m Hazel and I’m an event organizer. Things are generally not great at the moment in the wake of COVID-19, but look into the eyes of anyone working the world of events and you’ll see a special kind of sorrow. The kind that says… do I cancel that event tomorrow? What about the one…
For an event organizer, it’s one of the most gut-wrenching feelings in the world. For attendees, it’s often confusing and frustrating. Frankly, cancelling an event is about as fun as getting dental work done… with a side of existential dread. As the world started to realize the risk of COVID-19 and learned the term “social…
You did it! You planned and executed an amazing event. Now all that’s left to do is sit back and relax, right…? Not quite. Your event is over, but there’s still an important step remaining on your event management checklist: Sending a post-event survey to attendees. Why should I send a survey after my event?…