Classy

JULY 14, 2021

The best way to learn about virtual fundraising events is to hear from those who’ve experienced them. We recently wrapped up our 2021 Collaborative: Virtual Sessions event here at Classy. Get to know their top insights and learning moments to accelerate the impact of your nonprofit’s next virtual fundraising event.

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AccelEvents

OCTOBER 8, 2020

But does the same hold true for virtual events? . The good news is that virtual events can provide even more benefits and a greater return on investment (ROI) than a traditional physical event. . To help you decide if virtual event sponsorship is right for you, we’ve listed all the reasons why you should sponsor a virtual event!

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AccelEvents

JULY 1, 2020

Virtual career fairs do not face these same limitations and can open recruiters to a wider, and potentially deeper, global talent pool. If you are thinking of hosting a virtual career fair, here is what you need to know: What is a Virtual Career Fair? Instead of in person, this event is hosted through a virtual event platform.

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Top Nonprofits

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

With the pandemic, came a lot of changes to the standing conferences that we relied on for learning and networking. From about mid-February, through the end of 2020 most were either cancelled or moved to a virtual platform. In 2021, we saw most continue with purely virtual models until about late spring. Share This Post!

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AccelEvents

JUNE 23, 2020

Over the last few years, virtual events have seen incredible growth in popularity and yet still remain a complete mystery to most people. Event organizers may have thought that trade shows were about to disappear altogether but the fact is, trade shows are perfect candidates for virtualization! The benefits of a virtual trade show.

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AccelEvents

JULY 19, 2020

Virtual events have allowed event planners and organizers to avoid canceling events and carry on during the COVID-19 pandemic. Many people attend virtual conferences , trade shows , career fairs , and other similar events hoping to meet other industry professionals and interact with industry thought leaders. Networking Sessions.

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AccelEvents

AUGUST 19, 2021

So if you have the chance to host an exhibitor booth in an online trade show, a virtual career fair, or perhaps as part of an online product launch, you should take advantage of it! Virtual exhibitor booths can provide companies with a list of qualified leads. Benefits of Virtual Exhibitor Booths.

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AccelEvents

MARCH 23, 2021

Fortunately, virtual and hybrid events can mitigate some of these challenges. Hosting a virtual or hybrid event allows a brand to create a super event that satisfies attendees while focusing on lead retrieval. Read on to learn how hybrid and virtual events can supplement your marketing efforts through advanced lead retrieval.

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AccelEvents

AUGUST 25, 2020

Virtual events offer a lot of benefits to an event organizer. Virtual attendees can see benefits as well! Yes, people attend conferences and trade shows in order to learn and grow their skill set, but they also attend to network with other industry professionals. Steps for Encouraging Attendees to Network at Virtual Events.

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AccelEvents

AUGUST 28, 2020

People join breakout sessions, meet in the conference center lobby, or chat over coffee. These impromptu networking opportunities are not possible at a virtual event. It can seem difficult to think of networking ideas for your virtual event, but we’re here to help. Virtual Networking Ideas. Virtual Scavenger Hunt.

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AccelEvents

JUNE 11, 2020

Virtual events, like conferences and trade shows, can provide a lot of value to both attendees and to event exhibitors. Lead retrieval allows exhibitors to access the vitally important personal data shared by attendees at registration. This can hurt you in the future. Without it, you will not be able to attract attendees.

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AccelEvents

JUNE 15, 2020

The accessibility of video conferencing tools has made attending a meeting through a video conference app like Zoom the standard fare for professional and personal connections. But the virtual space is not just limited to virtual staff meetings or social gatherings. Best Practices for Running a Virtual Trade Show.

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OneCause

AUGUST 2, 2023

For those outside of your service area, you might invite them to join virtually. Make the registration process easy (and compelling). People can be put off by a long registration process. Here are some ideas to make your online registration page more streamlined and inspiring: Keep it as short as possible. Learn more.

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Qgiv

JANUARY 16, 2024

When you start planning your fundraising events, you want to make registration and management as easy as possible for both you and your donors. With simple registration pages, your supporters can easily buy tickets to your next event. Virtual venue management solutions help manage virtual event venues and other arrangements.

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Association Analytics

APRIL 1, 2024

When it comes to observing data, IAEE likes to focus on metrics including product and publication downloads, event registrations, email interaction, social media engagement, volunteer signups, and donations. These virtual sessions allow members to gain knowledge from other member experiences and collaborate to find common solutions.

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AccelEvents

SEPTEMBER 4, 2020

The event industry has shifted toward hybrid or virtual event formats, but what does that shift mean for networking events? Should you switch to virtual networking events? The good news is that facilitating networking in a virtual setting is quite simple. Here are our suggestions for navigating this virtual environment: .

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AccelEvents

DECEMBER 3, 2020

However, as businesses continue to seek ways to uphold their revenue and persevere through this complicated time, many industries are turning towards virtual and hybrid events to stay connected and drive revenue through alternative avenues. . Why Shift to Virtual and Hybrid Events.

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AccelEvents

JUNE 23, 2020

Over the last few years, virtual events have seen incredible growth in popularity and yet still remain a complete mystery to most people. Event organizers may have thought that trade shows were about to disappear altogether but the fact is, trade shows are perfect candidates for virtualization! The benefits of a virtual trade show.

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AccelEvents

OCTOBER 8, 2020

But does the same hold true for virtual events? . The good news is that virtual events can provide even more benefits and a greater return on investment (ROI) than a traditional physical event. . To help you decide if virtual event sponsorship is right for you, we’ve listed all the reasons why you should sponsor a virtual event!

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Forj

MAY 13, 2021

In 2020, associations everywhere were faced with a tough decision: pivot to virtual events or cancel their much-anticipated conferences outright. Many organizations had just a few weeks— months if they were lucky— to craft a virtual event to varying degrees of success. 6 Virtual Conferences Lessons Learned for 2021.

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AccelEvents

JULY 1, 2020

Virtual career fairs do not face these same limitations and can open recruiters to a wider, and potentially deeper, global talent pool. If you are thinking of hosting a virtual career fair, here is what you need to know: What is a Virtual Career Fair? Instead of in person, this event is hosted through a virtual event platform.

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AccelEvents

JUNE 25, 2020

The emergence of virtual events during the COVID-19 pandemic has lead to the development of new and unexpected roles on an event team. For an event planner, hosting a successful virtual event takes more than just finding the right virtual platform and using the proper marketing tactics. A virtual emcee. Virtual Emcee.

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AccelEvents

JUNE 9, 2021

An online or virtual summit is usually described as an amped-up webinar, and it is similar to an online conference. A virtual summit is much more than just a conference, though. A virtual summit is usually a multi-day, interdisciplinary gathering of like-minded individuals hosted online. What is an Online Summit?

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Achieve

APRIL 10, 2020

As we all continue to adjust to the “new normal”, now is the time to look into modern software solutions to turn your events into a purely virtual experience. While virtual fundraising events may be different than your normal efforts, they can still engage attendees and bring your nonprofit into the spotlight. Let’s get started!

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AccelEvents

JUNE 3, 2021

By embracing virtual events, organizers have been able to deliver content to eager audiences. . Virtual social events are now common. A virtual event, however, will never replace the joys of an on-site event and interacting with others. . Hybrid events have virtual components and in-person components. Make Check-In Safe.

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AccelEvents

OCTOBER 28, 2020

A hybrid event combines a live event with a virtual one by including digital elements and a remote audience. The following tips will help any event marketer get the word out and generate excitement for both in-person and virtual attendees. People may be skeptical about attending as a virtual audience member.

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AccelEvents

OCTOBER 16, 2020

If you’re concerned about the digital safety of your virtual event, good! From preventing a Zoom meeting from being Zoombombed to ensuring that your event is following data privacy laws , digital safety needs to be ensured for all virtual events. . To ensure virtual safety, you’ll need to get a secure virtual event software.

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AccelEvents

JUNE 25, 2020

The emergence of virtual events during the COVID-19 pandemic has lead to the development of new and unexpected roles on an event team. For an event planner, hosting a successful virtual event takes more than just finding the right virtual platform and using the proper marketing tactics. A virtual emcee. Virtual Emcee.

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AccelEvents

NOVEMBER 5, 2020

A high-quality event planning software is often fitted with a number of features that are integral to running an event either as an in-person event or online as a hybrid conference or virtual meeting, for example. . Automation features may come in handy at a physical event, especially when it comes to ticketing and registration.

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AccelEvents

DECEMBER 3, 2020

However, as businesses continue to seek ways to uphold their revenue and persevere through this complicated time, many industries are turning towards virtual and hybrid events to stay connected and drive revenue through alternative avenues. . Why Shift to Virtual and Hybrid Events.

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AccelEvents

JUNE 24, 2021

With events shifting from in-person to virtual and now to hybrid formats, the way attendees experience and interact with event content has also changed. . Both event professionals and attendees believe that virtual event elements are here to stay. And few things embody these qualities more than virtual and hybrid events.

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AccelEvents

OCTOBER 5, 2020

While early on in the COVID-19 pandemic, hosting a virtual event was the obvious solution. Your registration platform will collect the data for you: name, contact information, place of work, job title. But, as things slowly creep back towards a new sort of normal , people are starting to assemble yet again.

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AccelEvents

SEPTEMBER 18, 2020

You may be an old pro at organizing physical events but are at a bit of a loss when it comes to adding digital elements and develop an event program that will keep a virtual audience invested and engaged. . Engagement with the virtual component. As an online attendee, seeing only a keyhole view of the venue would be super boring!

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AccelEvents

AUGUST 15, 2021

In the events industry, a hybrid event combines an onsite event element and a virtual element. . It is essentially taking a traditional event (like a trade show or conference ) and adding an online event format. . Be prepared with on-site personnel as well as virtual IT support staff. . How Does a Hybrid Event Work?

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sgEngage

OCTOBER 5, 2022

Blackbaud’s Tech Conference for Good is October 17–18, when thought leaders from around the world will share insights into education, fundraising, technology, and more. The entire conference is virtual and free this year, so everyone can join for inspiring content and peer networking opportunities. Register now for bbcon 2022.

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AccelEvents

OCTOBER 16, 2020

If you’re concerned about the digital safety of your virtual event, good! From preventing a Zoom meeting from being Zoombombed to ensuring that your event is following data privacy laws , digital safety needs to be ensured for all virtual events. . To ensure virtual safety, you’ll need to get a secure virtual event software.

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AccelEvents

JUNE 9, 2021

An online or virtual summit is usually described as an amped-up webinar, and it is similar to an online conference. A virtual summit is much more than just a conference, though. A virtual summit is usually a multi-day, interdisciplinary gathering of like-minded individuals hosted online. What is an Online Summit?

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