Planning for the Hybrid Experience

How will you welcome virtual attendees at your next live event? Live events will return, that we're sure of. When? Who knows. Will they look the same, pre-COVID? Probably not. Welcoming back live events will not be easy. After losing millions due to cancelled events, venues need to look at what is needed to welcome … Continue reading Planning for the Hybrid Experience

Case Study: Digital Newspaper for NHF Virtual Conference

For nearly a decade, CustomNEWS has partnered with the National Hemophilia Foundation (NHF) to produce NHF Daily News, the official daily newspaper of the NHF Annual Conference. The publication, available in both print and digital formats, has been very popular with both conference attendees and exhibitors. With NHF’s pivot to a virtual conference, a discussion … Continue reading Case Study: Digital Newspaper for NHF Virtual Conference

Case Study: Destinations International Post-Conference Digital Highlights Issue

Virtual conferences are a completely different ballgame...attendees, planners and sponsors will all agree on that. Time commitments, platform selection and ROI are just a few of the many concerns that need to be addressed. But one thing that does not change: educational content. The methods in which it's consumed, and shared, may be different, but … Continue reading Case Study: Destinations International Post-Conference Digital Highlights Issue

Canceled Events: You Can Still Connect Exhibitors with Their Target Markets

Canceling an event can be heartbreaking, for all stakeholders involved.  Time, energy and money was invested by the host organization's staff, speakers and exhibitors. Attendees were looking forward to networking and learning opportunities. Most organizations have never had to cancel an event of this magnitude before. A lot of factors go into the decision, but … Continue reading Canceled Events: You Can Still Connect Exhibitors with Their Target Markets

Blog Round-Up: Preparing for the Return of Live Events

When I had the idea to start writing posts related to the impact of COVID-19 on the events industry, I didn't realize I would have so much to write about. I still have a list of ideas, and the list keeps growing. Today I wanted to look back at some of the posts we’ve shared … Continue reading Blog Round-Up: Preparing for the Return of Live Events

Blog Round-Up: Virtual Events

When I had the idea to start writing posts related to the impact of COVID-19 on the events industry, I made a list of topics. Some have been easier to write than others, and the list keeps growing. I’ve added new ideas after attending webinars and speaking with clients. I’m also identifying additional ways for … Continue reading Blog Round-Up: Virtual Events