AccelEvents

JUNE 17, 2020

As planners all over the world move their events online or to a hybrid format, the use of virtual event platforms continues to grow. These platforms can help event planners and organizers market and host a virtual event, like a conference or a trade show, that delivers the same quality and value as a live event.

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AccelEvents

JUNE 17, 2020

As planners all over the world move their events online or to a hybrid format, the use of virtual event platforms continues to grow. These platforms can help event planners and organizers market and host a virtual event, like a conference or a trade show, that delivers the same quality and value as a live event.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 27, 2019

But this is more than a simple report on a highly successful leadership program that takes a systems approach to serving an underserved community, it is the authors playbook of how to design and implement a program, including facilitation recipes for designing meetings. The facilitation methods are participatory.

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AccelEvents

JUNE 15, 2020

But the virtual space is not just limited to virtual staff meetings or social gatherings. Virtual conferences and trade shows are becoming the new industry standard. Best Practices for Running a Virtual Trade Show. If you are new to creating virtual trade shows , there are a few things you should keep in mind.

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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. Getting all of this technology setup might be taxing.

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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

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

MARCH 10, 2021

If you’re thinking of hosting a virtual event, then you are likely sourcing the perfect digital environment for your brand’s needs. Should you opt for a streaming platform like Youtube or social media, or would an event technology better suit your needs? Event Platform Overview and Advantages. Marketing and event promotion.

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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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Qgiv

JANUARY 3, 2024

Most text fundraising software has a monthly cost, but some text fundraising platforms offer free (excluding third-party payment fees) or low-cost options to nonprofits. Check out these text fundraising platforms to find the best solution for your organization: Qgiv Handbid Give Lively Snowball Tatango GiveWP Pledge Tithe.ly

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AccelEvents

JUNE 4, 2020

When it comes to virtual events, many people express concern that they will miss out on vital networking opportunities. But, careful event planners know that networking at virtual events is simply a matter of creating space for those opportunities. Program Networking Sessions. Give participants time to mull things over.

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AccelEvents

NOVEMBER 27, 2020

One way to do this is through virtual trade shows. Here’s how the medical industry can find success with virtual trade shows: Why the Medical Industry Should Pivot to Virtual Format. Virtual trade shows are a highly effective way of promoting a product or end goal, and B2B sales are still growing in this online format. .

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MAY 26, 2015

I also wanted to experiment with translating some facilitation techniques I use for face-to-face meetings (like sticky note facilitation ) to virtual meetings. Designing A Participatory Hook for a Virtual Meeting. Depending on the number of people in your group, there are different ways to facilitate the report out.

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.orgSource

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Use ChatGPT as a virtual event host to welcome attendees, guide them through the schedule, answer queries, and facilitate networking during virtual conferences. This is also the right place to experiment with an MVP , or minimum viable product. Salesforce and WordPress offer similar products.

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AccelEvents

OCTOBER 21, 2020

Gathering restrictions, social distancing mandates, and in some places, stay-at-home orders have meant that in-person events have been shifted to a virtual or hybrid event format. And with this shift has come a new type of event venue: the virtual event venue. . What is a Virtual Event Venue? Benefits of Virtual Event Venues.

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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

JUNE 15, 2020

But the virtual space is not just limited to virtual staff meetings or social gatherings. Virtual conferences and trade shows are becoming the new industry standard. Best Practices for Running a Virtual Trade Show. If you are new to creating virtual trade shows , there are a few things you should keep in mind.

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Qgiv

JUNE 4, 2021

Now that we’re entering a new post-COVID era, nonprofit leaders need to think about what virtual fundraising will look like in the future. In our 2020 Navigating the Unknown Report , we found that over 50% of nonprofits pivoted to virtual events last year. It looks like virtual fundraising is here to stay!

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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. Getting all of this technology setup might be taxing.

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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

JUNE 4, 2020

When it comes to virtual events, many people express concern that they will miss out on vital networking opportunities. But, careful event planners know that networking at virtual events is simply a matter of creating space for those opportunities. Program Networking Sessions. Give participants time to mull things over.

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Connection Cafe

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

The idea of virtual board meetings has been around since conference calls first began. The goal of these activities is to help form strong relationships to help facilitate honest and impactful decisions in the board room. . Creating these relationships in a remote or virtual environment was once thought to be impossible.

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AccelEvents

AUGUST 14, 2020

Hybrid events, events that include both in-person and virtual elements, have been a rising trend for the last several years, but restrictions on gathering in recent months have made them a possible solution for current or future events. . For the virtual component, you will want to make sure you have all the right technology in place.

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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. Networking can be facilitated by an event platform through segregated networking sessions.

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AccelEvents

NOVEMBER 5, 2020

However, with the right event planning software , an event planner can stay highly organized, streamline all of the content through one platform, and collect lead and analytics data along the way. . Facilitate attendee engagement. Running a hybrid event on third-party software might prove to be difficult. Here’s how: 1.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 31, 2020

By Stephanie Kanak , Content Strategist at Donor Perfect – a top-rated donor management system and fundraising platform for nonprofits. If you haven’t done so already, update your procedures to collect contact methods and donor information that will facilitate virtual fundraising. Pro Tip: Thinking about hosting a virtual event?

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Double the Donation

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

With many moving parts and ever-changing components, it’s important to find the right higher ed fundraising platforms that can support your school every step of the way. 360MatchPro by Double the Donation , the leading provider of matching gift automation software, integrates with the best school and university fundraising platforms.

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AccelEvents

AUGUST 15, 2021

In the events industry, a hybrid event combines an onsite event element and a virtual element. . These events can have a high production value, or they can be hosted through a streaming service. . Apple’s Hybrid Events : Apple has been using a hybrid format for its product launches for some time now. What is a Hybrid Event?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

MAY 8, 2020

Among the noteworthy features included the ideal ecosystem are (i) the virtual events channel (reflecting the constraints newly imposed by COVID-19) and (ii) the increasingly feature-rich WhatsApp channel. Below are four examples: 1) Virtual Team Management. Digital Storytelling Framework. 3) Business Profile. 4) Fundraising.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 9, 2015

This past year, I collaborated with Andrea Kihlstedt on a couple of Guidestar hosted Webinars on the topic of Healthy and Productive Meetings. Six Power Tips for Great Meetings in Today’s Virtual World by Beth Kanter and Andrea Kihlstedt. Virtual Meetings Require Iron Fist Facilitation. I’m sharing it on my blog!

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The Modern Nonprofit

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

An effective campaign is a product of careful planning and strategy. Optimizing Channels of Communication Each communication medium—be it Email, Social media, Direct mail—has a unique potential to engage your audience and facilitate fundraising. Considering Special Events Events, virtual or in person, magnify engagement.

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AccelEvents

NOVEMBER 5, 2020

However, with the right event planning software , an event planner can stay highly organized, streamline all of the content through one platform, and collect lead and analytics data along the way. . Facilitate attendee engagement. Running a hybrid event on third-party software might prove to be difficult. Here’s how: 1.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

Now that we have close to two-years of zoom meetings under our belts, we are discovering that people are exhausted from video conference meetings – and engagement (and productivity) may be plumeeting. Platforms like zoom demand a significant amount of processing power, which uses more electricity and other forms of energy.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

MARCH 4, 2020

The list of conferences cancelled is growing, with some now being delivered a virtual gatherings. It’s time to up your virtual facilitation and convening skills. My first remote job was to work with a virtual team to manage an online network for artists, called Artswire.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

AUGUST 17, 2021

As the pandemic continues, most nonprofit workplaces will become a combination of virtual and on-site work. The hybrid workplace will have a huge impact on the way we design and facilitate meetings, the primary method of how many organizations get stuff done. Our new normal will most likely be more complex to design and facilitate.

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.orgSource

JANUARY 30, 2024

And our virtual communication skills were not up to the task of addressing those negative emotions. Empathy— is the basis for all productive relationships. During the pandemic quiet quitting, or being present without being productive, became a thing. A facilitated workshop will put the five EI competencies on everyone’s radar.

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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. Networking can be facilitated by an event platform through segregated networking sessions.

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