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Liz King Hosts 2 Sessions at the Office* Tradeshow in Washington D.C.

Wednesday, May 16th, 2012

I have the pleasure of leading two sessions at the Office* Tradeshow in Washington D.C. from May 29-31. The tradeshow pass is free. Or, you can use the code below to save 50% off the conference pass! Definitely check out this event and come visit me while I’m in DC! Here is a little info on the sessions I’m leading:

10 Creative Ways to Enhance Your Events Using Social Media
Liz King, Liz King Events

Every event planner knows that the fun of event planning is in the creativity. This session identifies ten creative ways to approach your events with a fresh perspective. Social media can help you to put the “social” into your events by promoting engagement, networking, and collaboration. Social media can also drive attendance and reinforce content. We’ll talk about ways to spread the word about your events and help your attendees engage better before, during, and after events. Think live streaming, affiliate marketing, and so much more!

Event Technologies That Will Change Your Life
Liz King, Liz King Events

As a busy event planner, keeping up with the innovations in event technology seems impossible at times. Which new technologies offer an indelible value-added experience and which are distracting? When are old technologies your best choice? Join us to learn about innovative companies that are changing the landscape of events. We will talk about QR codes, online communities, ticketing tools, and many other tools and resources that transform the way we plan and implement events. Consider this your one-stop-shop to get you up-to-date on all things event technology related.

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PlannerTech NY 2012 Event Technology Companies

Tuesday, May 15th, 2012

Get ready to learn about ten companies changing the event planning landscape and providing new ways for your clients to get the most out of their events. We have a great range of tools – from registration to mobile applications to networking tools. This event is brought to you by imbookin.com and Liz King Events!

TONIGHT: Tuesday, May 15, 2012
6:30-9:30pm
Heartland Brewery, Empire State Building
350 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY

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WATCH THE LIVE STREAM at 6:30pm EST

PLANNERTECH PARTNERS

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Presenting Event Technology

There were such amazing companies that applied to present this year and the following were selected based on 4 key criteria that includes the application to the event industry, innovation, variety and cost for participant use. We are excited to announce the following innovative companies that will be showcasing at PlannerTech NYC 2012!

eventbrite

Eventbrite

At the Door + swiper. At the Door is an ipad application that allows you to sell tickets and become a box office anywhere.
http://www.eventbrite.com
@briteNYC
NY2012 Participant
kojami

Kojami

Kojami has developed a comprehensive event mobile solution that allows users to discover, interact, connect and share information about any event easily! Kojami is a full event solution that captures the power of mobile marketing to enhance the event industry for both organizers and attendees. For event organizers, the service is a cost-effective way to create, manage and market events, as well as provide real time interaction with their attendees. Their attendees can utilize Kojami to simply discover, shove, and experience events at any time, from anywhere on any smartphone, with the touch of a finger.
http://www.kojami.com
@kojami
NY2012 Participant
maestromarket

Maestro Market

Maestro Market is an online marketplace for discovering and connecting with experts on a wide variety of topics of interest to business meeting and other event planners: Leadership, Marketing, Career Development, Education, Wellness, Diversity and more. In addition to finding thought leaders for traditional speaking engagements, our platform opens up a huge potential for engaging experts in other ways such one-on-one, Skype-based “deep dive” conversations, Tweet chats or other meaningful experiences online or in-person.
http://www.maestromarket.com
@maestromarket
NY2012 Participant
onelobby.ca

OneLobby.ca

OneLobby.ca is a social platform that allows attendees, organizers and exhibitors the opportunity to quickly make quality connections with the right people before, during and long after the event is over.
http://www.onelobby.ca
@onelobby
NY2012 Participant
P&V Enterprises

P&V Enterprises

Our tool is web casting, both live and on demand. This is a way to extend the reach of your event. We capture the live event add production value to the hybrid event as well as production value to the streams, live and on demand.
http://pnventerprises.com/
@pnv123
NY2012 Participant
Qrious

Qrious

Qrious helps ensure attendee, exhibitor and sponsor satisfaction by helping event participants meet more of the people that are important to them at professional events and conferences. Using the Qrious people-matching engine, event participants receive recommendations on who they should meet – and why – based on their role, goals for the event, existing social networks and specific business interests. Recommendations are presented to attendees on the web, in their inboxes and using the Qrious smartphone app.
http://www.qriousapp.com
@qriousapp
NY2012 Participant
yapp

Yapp

Yapp is the easiest way to create a mobile application for your event. You don’t need any technical or design knowledge to create a beautiful, customized mobile application (iPhone and Android) for a wedding, fundraiser, corporate event, and more. Features include directions, schedule of events, real time updates, photo sharing, and more. The company was founded a year ago and we recently allowed select users try the product. The response from event planners has been phenomenal. We are backed by some of the world’s leading venture capitalists and individual investors from the women’s media industry.
NY2012 Participant

Returning Event Technology

The following companies have presented at PlannerTech NY 2011 or DC 2011 and are back to show you all the upgrades and updates they’ve made to their products. PlannerTech is all about fostering innovation and we’re excited to bring our friends back for another round!

eventfarm

EventFarm

Event ticketing has evolved. It’s no longer just about creating an online ticket order/registration page and processing payments. Event Farm is at the cusp of the shift. Are you leveraging technology to target specific audiences to ensure your event is not only at capacity but has the RIGHT people in attendance? How are your guests interacting with your brand? Are you using mobile applications to make event operations more efficient? Welcome to the new world of ticketing. Welcome to the Farm!
http://www.eventfarm.com
@eventfarmhand
Friends & Family Member: NY2011, DC2011, NY2012 Participant
imbookin

imbookin (Powered by Pogby)

imbookin is a site that connects those seeking a space for an event with those that have spaces to rent out. Planners can find and book spaces on this site and can also build connections with the Sellers of the spaces, learn about their options, view available packages, and experience the diversity of traditional and non-traditional settings for their event. imbookin makes it easy to merchandise and share your space to a global audience, and to find the right space for an event.
http://www.imbookin.com
@imbookin
Friends & Family Member: NY2011, DC2011, NY2012 Participant
socialtables

Social Tables

Social Tables is the first-ever social seating chart utility. It’s like Google Docs and Google Maps for floorplans and seating charts. It’s the first piece of an event planning platform that will be more robust than anything the industry has seen..
http://www.socialtables.com
@socialtables
Friends & Family Member: DC2011, NY2012 Participant
splash

Splash (by One Clipboard)

Splash is the perfect online presence for your offline experience. Created by One Clipboard, Splash has every tool you need to execute a flawless professional event from start to finish.
http://www.oneclipboard.com
@oneclipboard
Friends & Family Member: DC2011, NY2012 Participant
splash

Pathable

Social networking services for events are critical to attendee satisfaction and engagement, and they provide exhibitors and sponsors with the opportunity for dialogue with attendees, not just tote-bag awareness. Pathable’s award-winning on-line community for events provides a private, branded conference community where attendees can meet, schedule meetings, and stay in contact before, during and after the event, and their mobile experience carries the engagement to the show floor on iPhone, iPad, Android and more.
http://www.pathable.com
@pathable
Friends & Family Member: NY2012 Participant

Other Participating Event Tech

bswarms

Bswarms

Bswarms is your Social Event Promotional System. We encompass everything you need to make your event successful. Not only is our system FREE to organizers, but easy to use as well. Once you create your account, you will be able to host, monitor and promote your SWARMS. Within minutes you will be able to start directing registrants to your customized URL and embed the link on your website.
http://www.bswarms.com
@bswamrs
NY2012 Participant
herematch

Herematch

herematch is the ultimate business networking tool! A must have app for anyone attending conventions, conferences, trade shows, seminars, business networking groups, and business networking events.
www.herematch.com
NY2012 Participant

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TONIGHT: PlannerCrawl NYC’s First Venue Crawl for Event Planners

Monday, May 14th, 2012

PlannerCrawl
You are incredibly busy and keeping up with all the venues in Manhattan feels like a full time job. Join us for this evening event where we’ll tour four venues (all within walking distance) in just a matter of hours. Check out the venue, enjoy a drink at each and fill up with lots of snacks along the way. You’ll even get a sneak peak at some of the event technology tools being presented at PlannerTech. $10 in advance ($20 at the door!)

Game Plan: We will meet at the first venue (Ripley’s Believe it or Not) at 6:30pm and crawl together through the 4 venues. If you run late or get lost, text 914-299-5805!

REGISTER NOW FOR PLANNERTECH NYC (MAY 15, 2012) AND PLANNERCRAWL NYC (MAY 14, 2012)

PlannerCrawl Participating Venues

Heartland Brewery Heartland Brewery (Times Square)
Host: Ceri and Rachel
Location: 127 West 43rd Street, NYC

What to Expect: Upon arrival, guests will be schooled on the art of beer making and will sample 6 varieties of beer, customized with appetizers (Buffalo Chicaken Spring Rolls, Mini Pulled Pork Sandwiches and more). Each attendee will receive a free pint glass with a “pint of beer” coupon.

Raffle: Beer Dinner for 4 – a 7 Course extravaganza!

Heartland was one of the pioneers to ignite New Yorker’s passion for craft beers. Since then, Heartland has consistently brewed New York’s freshest craft beers, including Heartland’s classic six as well as a wide range of unique seasonal brews. We can host events ranging in size from an intimate dinner for twelve at our Chophouse to galas as large as 800 at our Empire State location.

Book Your Event at Heartland Brewery via imbookin
NY2012 Partner
Ripley's Believe It or Not!

Scoozi Events

 Ripley’s Believe It or Not! (Times Square) with Scoozi Events NYC
Host: Beth and Jessica
Location: 234 West 42nd Street, NYC

What to Expect: Each attendee will have the opportunity to explore the bizarre and unusual, while you enjoy strangely delicious mocktails and desserts that are out of this world, but found right here in the largest Ripley?s in North America. Known to put a wild twist on events, Ripley’s kicks off your Plannercrawl with a sweet tooth!

Raffle: Planner Souvenir Pack – 4 T-shirts, 4 tickets to Ripley’s Believe It or Not!

As the largest Ripley’s in North America, we boast over 500 astonishing real artifacts on display, 20 themed galleries, and dozens of interactive elements. Ripley’s is the perfect venue in which to host a truly unique event while exploring the unbelievable world of Robert Ripley and his amazing adventures. Our goal with each event is to impress, engage and inspire guests. Your guests will love it so much – it’s up to them to Believe It or Not!

Book Your Event at Ripley’s Believe It or Not! (Times Square) via imbookin
NY2012 Partner
Tonic Tonic Bar & Restaurant (Times Square)
Host: Wally and Kim
Location: 727 7th Ave, NYC

What to Expect: Bartending 101 – learn to be a mixologist with some of Tonic’s specialties. Experience a brand new laser light show Tonic plans to show off! Tempting bar treats (Buffalo wings, chicken tenders, mozzarella sticks, sliders) will be served along with drinks.

Located in the heart of Times Square with three levels for all types of events. The third floor private space features a cozy and elegant marble top bar, comfortable seating and overlooks the second level.

Book Your Event at Tonic (Times Square) via imbookin
NY2012 Partner
Little Town NYC Little Town NYC (Restaurant Row)
Host: Mike
Location: 366 West 26th Street, between 8th and 9th Avenues

What to Expect: Learn about Little Town’s Farm-to-Table philosophy and our commitment to locally-sourced New York State food and beverage. Guests will also receive 1 complimentary Taste of NY-Brewed Draft Beer per person and a sampler of NY Soft Pretzels, Stadium Garlic Fries, and our famous Fried Cheesecake Bites.

Raffle: Complimentary Dinner for 4 + First Round of Drinks with submission of a business card!

Little Town NYC is a contemporary brewhouse that pays homage to NY and everything it has to offer by bringing the tastes of its “little towns” like Ithaca, Rochester, Syracuse, Binghamton and Long Island to the heart of it all, Manhattan. Boasting a menu of almost 100 beers all sourced from NY breweries and food specials inspired by local hotspots throughout NY State, Little Town NYC proves you don’t have to leave Manhattan for quality food & beer and to feel like you’re at home.

Book Your Event at Little Town NYC (Restaurant Row) via imbookin
NY2012 Partner

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Organize a Blended Conference Like a Pro

Friday, May 11th, 2012

Hosting an event can be quite complicated, but add to the mix attendees participating in person, remotely and watching a livestream, and you have a whole new challenge on your hands. The good thing is that blended conferences create many possibilities for event organizers to engage more attendees and add a new dimension to their programs – and they are becoming more popular all the time.

With the right strategy and support in place, blended conferences can be incredibly powerful for your brand. Here are a few things you should consider when organizing your next event.

The experience

Those who attend in person will have a dramatically different experience than those watching a livestream. Create a list of the challenges that each group might face and keep these in mind during your planning process. Challenges you might face can include:

  • Difficulty engaging remote attendees when on-site participants are doing something hands-on.
  • Remote attendees who are hard to hear and who may have trouble expressing questions from outside the room.
  • On-site participants who lack smartphones or laptops and have trouble connecting with remote attendees.

Read more on PlanYourMeetings.com

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Register Now: PlannerTech Event Technology Showcase (In Person & Virtual)

Thursday, May 10th, 2012

BUY TICKETS HERE

PLANNER TECH
Tuesday, May 15, 2012
6:30-9:30pm
Heartland Brewery, Empire State Building
350 Fifth Avenue New York, NY

PlannerTech – the event technology showcase – is back in NY! Get ready to learn about ten companies changing the event planning landscape and providing new ways for your clients to get the most out of their events. We have a great range of tools – from registration to mobile applications to networking tools. There will be cash bar, but you’ll get your first drink free and we’ll have light snacks as well – all for $20 in advance ($30 at the door!)

PLANNER CRAWL
Monday, May 14, 2012
6:30-9:30pm
Secret starting venue TBA to those who register

You are incredibly busy and keeping up with all the venues in Manhattan feels like a full time job. Join us for this evening event where we’ll tour six venues (all within walking distance) in just a matter of hours. Check out the venue, enjoy a drink at each and fill up with lots of snacks along the way. You’ll even get a sneak peak at some of the event technology tools being presented at PlannerTech. $10 in advance ($20 at the door!)

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Event Tech of the Week: @ATIVSoftware

Friday, April 27th, 2012

I love, love, love all things events and technology. If you can’t tell by my tweets, Facebook posts and all my other social media interactions, I love to talk about events and the tools that help us do what we do better. In June 2011, I partnered with an organization called imbookin to bring you PlannerTech – an event technology showcase. This weekly blog series is going to help continue to expose you to new tools you need to be aware of as an event planner. Also, in case you missed it, PlannerTech could be coming soon to your area!

Today, we’re talking about EventPilot

EventpilotYour name: Silke Fleischer
Company/Tool Name: EventPilot by ATIV Software
Website: http://ativsoftware.com
Twitter: http://twitter.com/ativsoftware
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/eventpilot
Blog: http://ativsoftware.com/category/blog/

What is the “problem” that your tool seeks to solve?
I have been a speaker, exhibitor, and attendee at over 100 events in the last 10 years and because of my background, our EventPilot conference app is designed from an attendee perspective with a unique learning and training focus – it truly is a Swiss Army Knife for conference goers and offers valuable time savers:

  • Find your next session easily even if there is no Internet. EventPilot doesn’t require Wi-Fi (a lot of app vendors say it, but you can test the apps by setting your device to airplane mode)
  • Stay organized with note taking and bookmarking (on almost every aspect of the event) with an instant notes export – Writing a trip report from scribbles on napkins or the back of business cards is a thing of the past.
  • No need to build your schedule twice: EventPilot can be setup to sync with your registration system
  • Maximize your education and networking value with a visual schedule
  • Manage the information overload with smart filters.

For organizers, EventPilot overcomes the last hurdle to paperless events: Planners can finally include all session handouts. Attendees can take notes directly on session slides, just like printed handouts.

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Volunteers Needed: Weeklong Series of Events for Women

Monday, April 23rd, 2012

SHE Summit WeekThe For-Purpose Women’s media brand ClaudiaChan.com is hosting an innovative weeklong series of events called SHE Summit Week from June 18-22, 2012 in NYC. This weeklong series of popup events is targeted towards women change-makers. We are currently developing a volunteer committee to participate over the course of the next few months as well as during the week of events.

Each member of the committee will be asked to:

  • promote the events leading up to SHE Summit Week
  • assist with event-related logistics, especially the week prior including dropping off signage at event venues, communicating with event organizers etc.
  • Assist with the registration and management of 30+ events happening during the week.

Please submit your application to be a part of the SHE Summit Week Volunteer Committee and we will follow up with more details soon.

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PlannerTech NYC 2012 – Register Now

Monday, April 23rd, 2012

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Event Tech of the Week: @OneLobby

Friday, April 20th, 2012

I love, love, love all things events and technology. If you can’t tell by my tweets, Facebook posts and all my other social media interactions, I love to talk about events and the tools that help us do what we do better. In June 2011, I partnered with an organization called imbookin to bring you PlannerTech – an event technology showcase. This weekly blog series is going to help continue to expose you to new tools you need to be aware of as an event planner. Also, in case you missed it, PlannerTech could be coming soon to your area!

Today, we’re talking about One Lobby

Your name: Jordan Smith
Company/Tool Name: OneLobby
Website: OneLobby.ca
Twitter: @onelobby
Facebook: www.facebook.com/onelobby

What is the “problem” that your tool seeks to solve?
OneLobby strongly believes that networking determines the success of an event. For many, networking is hard to do and is time consuming. We also recognize that conference planners are under increased pressure to deliver a greater return in exchange for sponsor investment.

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Zimele Gala – Rich in Hope

Wednesday, April 18th, 2012

In early April, the Liz King Events team had the pleasure of working with Zimele Community to throw their first Annual gala. While planning events is always fun, this particular organization is near and dear to our hearts. We were involved with the early days of Zimele and have watched it grow into an amazing organization doing some very powerful things in South Africa. Special thanks to all of the vendors who helped pull this beautiful event together.

Learn more about Zimele Community.
Photography by Tony Yang
Floral arragements by Lucy Wu
Lighting by Nice Uplights
Photo booth by Amazebooths
Venue: Culinary Conference Center

Place card table

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