| 5:03 pm |
lizkingevents: |
Hello everyone! Is there a chat today? #eventprofs |
| 5:04 pm |
katieroski: |
Hello! I'm not sure, is there a chat today? #eventprofs |
| 5:04 pm |
ericlukazewski: |
Nearly forgot. Anyone signed up to moderate today? RT @lizkingevents: Hello everyone! Is there a chat today? #eventprofs |
| 5:05 pm |
RogLewis: |
RT:Meeting Technology: Riding The Crest Of The [Google] Wave by @Pete_Roythorne #eventprofs http://ow.ly/1dnRi RT @Jeffhurt |
| 5:05 pm |
conventionplani: |
there are a few of us we could wing it #eventprofs |
| 5:05 pm |
lizkingevents: |
@conventionplani I'm happy to wing a chat :) #eventprofs |
| 5:06 pm |
sjbowerman: |
Me too! #eventprofs |
| 5:06 pm |
lizkingevents: |
We can do an open mic chat #eventprofs |
| 5:06 pm |
showmakers: |
Hi everyone! Just jumping in... #eventprofs |
| 5:06 pm |
conventionplani: |
what's on our minds today :) #eventprofs |
| 5:06 pm |
lizkingevents: |
I'm happy to moderate so let's just get started with whoever is here. Can everyone intro yourself? I'm Liz King Events from NY! #eventprofs |
| 5:07 pm |
5ElementEvents: |
Vocally Digital: @jaredgolberg 's {blog post} on @cepmagazine. The age of AD-vertaining! http://tinyurl.com/yd3rfdl #eventprofs #MPI |
| 5:07 pm |
sjbowerman: |
Samantha Bowerman from the Strategic Meetings Group in NJ #eventprofs |
| 5:07 pm |
conventionplani: |
Ashley Spitzer, ConventionPlanit.com in DC! #eventprofs |
| 5:07 pm |
imlworldwide: |
IML worldwide is proud to be serving @MPiWC silent auction on April 14th - Giving Back is the New Black #MPI #eventprofs |
| 5:07 pm |
katieroski: |
I'm Katie Roski with the American Dietetic Assn from Chicago #eventprofs |
| 5:07 pm |
SmartSource: |
Travis from SmartSource NYC office here. Munching lunch & multi-tasking but am here #eventprofs |
| 5:07 pm |
showmakers: |
Joyce from Showmakers in Toronto. #eventprofs |
| 5:08 pm |
ericlukazewski: |
Thanks for moderating @lizkingevents! Eric Lukazewski from @EchelonExhibits Chicago here. #eventprofs |
| 5:08 pm |
inspirationguy: |
Hello #eventprofs I'll be joining in too (if I think of something intelligent to say) |
| 5:08 pm |
theexpogroup: |
I'm Dana with The Expo Group at our HQ in Irving Texas #eventprofs |
| 5:08 pm |
lizkingevents: |
Great to have everyone here. Before we get started, I would encourage everyone to visit the wiki and sign up to moderate :) #eventprofs |
| 5:08 pm |
lizkingevents: |
http://eventprofs.pbworks.com/ Here's the link to moderate if you would like to take the lead next time! #eventprofs |
| 5:09 pm |
camerontoth: |
@lizkingevents - Sorry we did not connect yet! It has been crazy! Getting lunch now and will be typing an munching. #eventprofs |
| 5:09 pm |
JaredGolberg: |
I'm Jared from @5elementevents in Toronto, siging in! Hey everyone! #eventprofs |
| 5:09 pm |
camerontoth: |
RT @lizkingevents: http://eventprofs.pbworks.com/ Heres the link to moderate if you would like to take the lead next time! #eventprofs |
| 5:09 pm |
ericlukazewski: |
RT @lizkingevents: http://eventprofs.pbworks.com/ Heres the link to moderate if you would like to take the lead next time! #eventprofs |
| 5:09 pm |
lizkingevents: |
@camerontoth Not a problem! I look forward to chatting! #eventprofs |
| 5:09 pm |
ericlukazewski: |
@JaredGolberg Whattup Canuck #eventprofs |
| 5:09 pm |
inspirationguy: |
#eventprofs Hi, I'm Ash Mashhadi from Design Inspiration in Plymouth, England :-) |
| 5:09 pm |
lizkingevents: |
Let's get started - Does someone want to throw out an issue they'd like to chat about? #eventprofs |
| 5:09 pm |
camerontoth: |
Hello I'm Cameron Toth and I market, educate, train, etc. with and without social media! #eventprofs |
| 5:10 pm |
JaredGolberg: |
About to join a #Tweetchat w/ #eventprofs. Please do not unfollow as a lot of posts will come through. Join the conversation if you want. |
| 5:10 pm |
ericlukazewski: |
I'll be in an #eventprofs chat until 12:00 PM CDT. Please ignore my updates. |
| 5:10 pm |
JaredGolberg: |
@ericlukazewski hey there my American brotha! #eventprofs |
| 5:10 pm |
Inneventive: |
RT @Eventmagazine: Trade bodies attempt "industry standard" event evaluation toolkit http://bit.ly/9hlN7m #eventprofs |
| 5:11 pm |
eventsforgood: |
Hi everyone! Sorry I'm late! I'm Lindsey Rosenthal and I specialize in fundraising events. #eventprofs |
| 5:11 pm |
lizkingevents: |
There was a poll going around w some topics to discuss at future chats. Maybe we can take a stab at "What makes a great event"? #eventprofs |
| 5:11 pm |
sjbowerman: |
Tips to overcome clients objections to using social media to market their events #eventprofs |
| 5:11 pm |
inspirationguy: |
Friends, don't think I've gone mad if I don't make sense for a while - taking part in an #eventprofs debate. |
| 5:11 pm |
ericlukazewski: |
@MichaelMcCurry posted a link earlier this week about outboarding, might be an interesting topic: http://nyti.ms/dim3df #eventprofs |
| 5:12 pm |
ericlukazewski: |
@eventsforgood Hi Lindsey! #eventprofs |
| 5:12 pm |
lizkingevents: |
Here's the link to vote for future topics as well: http://twtpoll.com/r/cmh3lz #eventprofs |
| 5:13 pm |
lizkingevents: |
Oops. My message didn't go through. Do you want to talk about "What makes an event great" today? Thoughts? Opinions? #eventprofs |
| 5:14 pm |
eventsforgood: |
@ericlukazewski Hi Eric! How are you and how's the week treating you? #eventprofs |
| 5:14 pm |
conventionplani: |
sounds good, @lizkingevents #eventprofs |
| 5:14 pm |
ericlukazewski: |
A good event will be predicated on engagement and effective transfer of information between organizers and attendees #eventprofs |
| 5:14 pm |
justinlocke: |
hi all i'm justin locke, am a speaker (& author& publisher) and i lurk here to meet mtg planners! :-) #eventprofs http://bit.ly/9ydPx6 |
| 5:15 pm |
eventsforgood: |
I think a great event in this market has to have a great value prop - totally wrth the money! #eventprofs |
| 5:15 pm |
lizkingevents: |
RT @ericlukazewski A good event will be predicated on engagement & effective transfer of info between organizers and attendees #eventprofs |
| 5:15 pm |
ericlukazewski: |
@eventsforgood Runnin' on fumes, but wouldn't have it any other way :) #eventprofs |
| 5:15 pm |
lizkingevents: |
@eventsforgood That's a good point and is a hot topic these days - ROI and ROR! #eventprofs |
| 5:16 pm |
eventsforgood: |
I also think a great event has to have some element of being interactive - people want to feel like a part of it! #eventprofs |
| 5:16 pm |
ericlukazewski: |
I'd be curious, as we look mainly at events from the organizing side, what have you seen as an attendee that captured you? #eventprofs |
| 5:16 pm |
showmakers: |
I think a great event creates a good impression on the attendees. Good memories, something new/exciting to talk about. #eventprofs |
| 5:17 pm |
justinlocke: |
hello lindsay #eventprofs and welcome |
| 5:17 pm |
JaredGolberg: |
A good event will engage guests to converse & play with brands. Also enhancing ways to voice opinions on those brands #eventprofs |
| 5:17 pm |
katieroski: |
@lizkingevents that's fine RT @ericlukazewski good event predicated on engagement & effective transfr of info bet org and attend #eventprofs |
| 5:17 pm |
conventionplani: |
presenting information that the attendees want instead of what organizers 'think' attendees want is very important! #eventprofs |
| 5:17 pm |
MitchColleran: |
RT @eventsforgood: I also think a great event has to have some element of being interactive - people want to feel like a part of it! #eventprofs |
| 5:17 pm |
lizkingevents: |
@lizkingevents How do you think we can promote effective transfer of info btw organizers and attendees? #eventprofs |
| 5:18 pm |
ericlukazewski: |
A good event will also create an effective community that sustains the event beyond its physical existence #eventprofs |
| 5:18 pm |
theexpogroup: |
As an attendee, a good event is easy -- easy to get around/navigate, easy to make connections, easy to find schedule #eventprofs |
| 5:18 pm |
eventsforgood: |
I like valuable discussion as an attendee and an assortment of pieces (i.e. Food, networking, education & entertainment) #eventprofs |
| 5:18 pm |
katieroski: |
@ericlukazewski from attendee side - make it easy to find info and network, exchange info #eventprofs |
| 5:19 pm |
JaredGolberg: |
@ericlukazewski agreed! We are now entering engagement pre, production and post event... #eventprofs |
| 5:19 pm |
eventsforgood: |
RT @theexpogroup: As an attendee, a good event is easy -- easy to navigate, easy to make connections, easy to find schedule #eventprofs |
| 5:19 pm |
camerontoth: |
A great event creates pleasurable, memorable experiences! #eventprofs |
| 5:19 pm |
susanlynncope: |
Bummed I'm missing the #eventprofs chat due to coordinating executive meetings. They are always full of great ideas and info. |
| 5:20 pm |
lizkingevents: |
@susanlynncope We'll miss you! Hopefully you can check out the archive and join us next time! #eventprofs |
| 5:20 pm |
samueljsmith: |
Unimportant message: @samueljsmith just landed in the USA. I'm back! #eventprofs #whsjs |
| 5:20 pm |
eventsforgood: |
@susanlynncope We'll miss you! #eventprofs |
| 5:20 pm |
katieroski: |
@theexpogroup And be able 2 compile an attendees own schedule based on the sessns they want to go to & ppl they want 2 meet. #eventprofs |
| 5:20 pm |
lizkingevents: |
What was your most memorable event as an attendee and why? #eventprofs |
| 5:20 pm |
justinlocke: |
be sure to comment on what you want us speakers to do to help. #eventprofs |
| 5:20 pm |
lizkingevents: |
@samueljsmith Welcome back! #eventprofs |
| 5:21 pm |
JaredGolberg: |
@lizkingevents we have ease of info transfer w/ digital platforms. The issue is the numbers using these platforms aren't there. #eventprofs |
| 5:21 pm |
SmartSource: |
RT @justinlocke: be sure to comment on what you want us speakers to do to help. -And what the suppliers can do to help as well #eventprofs |
| 5:22 pm |
eventsforgood: |
There is always a difference between what an attendee and the planner/org think make a great event. Less disparity btw helps. #eventprofs |
| 5:22 pm |
katieroski: |
How many organizers are having attendees create a profile for their conferences? How many are linking to FB or other profiles? #eventprofs |
| 5:22 pm |
TrivWorks: |
@lizkingevents Re: what makes a event great: Content is King. Everything else follows #eventprofs |
| 5:22 pm |
theexpogroup: |
@katieroski yes, I remember in MAYA white papers was pic of a doctor sitting on floor with all the schedules & maps #eventprofs |
| 5:22 pm |
lizkingevents: |
RT @TrivWorks Re: what makes a event great: Content is King. Everything else follows #eventprofs |
| 5:22 pm |
eventsforgood: |
RT @lizkingevents: What was your most memorable event as an attendee and why? #eventprofs |
| 5:23 pm |
justinlocke: |
yeah, and general amnesty if you want to vent on what NOT to do -) #eventprofs |
| 5:23 pm |
camerontoth: |
@lizkingevents #CLC09 was most memorable due to awesome education sessions! #eventprofs |
| 5:23 pm |
ericlukazewski: |
Events need to be rethought beyond the traditional format, as a 365 endless format that embraces community & virtual platforms #eventprofs |
| 5:24 pm |
lizkingevents: |
:) Thanks for your openness RT @justinlocke yeah, and general amnesty if you want to vent on what NOT to do -) #eventprofs |
| 5:24 pm |
camerontoth: |
RT @lizkingevents: RT @TrivWorks Re: what makes a event great: Content is King. Everything else follows #eventprofs |
| 5:24 pm |
katieroski: |
@theexpogroup PCMA did a gr8 job of allowing attendees to pull their own schedule off the web. Easy, could do it 2 days b4 conf #eventprofs |
| 5:24 pm |
JaneOSCPA: |
#skylineEX @virtualpartner demonstrating live mobile polling (Poll Everywhere) for us #eventprofs |
| 5:24 pm |
lizkingevents: |
@camerontoth Good presenters? Good content? Good interactivity? Good combination of all of the above? #eventprofs |
| 5:24 pm |
katieroski: |
RT @TrivWorks Re: what makes a event great: Content is King. Today more than ever, this is true! #eventprofs |
| 5:25 pm |
SmartSource: |
Most Memorable Event - Free Draft beer on the AdTech showroom floor at booths to attract people. Off topic but awesome. #eventprofs |
| 5:25 pm |
camerontoth: |
@katieroski - that is valuable - pathable confused me bit regarding printing schedule #eventprofs |
| 5:25 pm |
lizkingevents: |
That IS awesome! RT @SmartSource Most Memorable Event - Free Draft beer on the AdTech showroom floor at booths 2 attract people. #eventprofs |
| 5:25 pm |
conventionplani: |
HAH! @SmartSource: Most Memorable Event - Free Draft beer on the AdTech showroom floor at booths to attract people. #eventprofs |
| 5:26 pm |
ericlukazewski: |
@samueljsmith Welcome Samuel! Excited to have you in the US! #eventprofs |
| 5:26 pm |
JaredGolberg: |
RT @ericlukazewski: Events need to think beyond traditional format, as 365 format that embraces community & virtual platforms #eventprofs |
| 5:26 pm |
ASegar: |
Cory Doctorow said "Conversation is king. Content is just something to talk about." #eventprofs |
| 5:26 pm |
justinlocke: |
well after i saw jeff hurt's blog trashing high$ speakers, seems there is trouble in paradise. #eventprofs |
| 5:26 pm |
katieroski: |
RT @SmartSource: Most Memorable Event - Free Draft beer on the AdTech showroom floor at booths to attract people. #eventprofs |
| 5:26 pm |
theexpogroup: |
@katieroski For your profiles question, @samueljsmith just posted about it http://bit.ly/bNJyQN #eventprofs |
| 5:27 pm |
conventionplani: |
Offer attendees a variety of education. Interests and knowledge levels vary. #eventprofs |
| 5:27 pm |
eventsforgood: |
Sounds great! I would remember that too! RT @SmartSource: Most Memorable Event - Free Draft beer on the AdTech showroom. #eventprofs |
| 5:27 pm |
katieroski: |
@theexpogroup @samueljsmith Thanks 4 profile information! #eventprofs |
| 5:27 pm |
justinlocke: |
my most memorable event: playing the bicentnial concert with fielder in '76. in the guinness book! http://bit.ly/9gKqLT #eventprofs |
| 5:28 pm |
theexpogroup: |
Velcro pants idea: Anyone ever tried having attendee concierges to help attendees choose courses, set #tradeshow schedules? #eventprofs |
| 5:28 pm |
eventsforgood: |
Very true! RT @ASegar: Cory Doctorow said "Conversation is king. Content is just something to talk about." #eventprofs |
| 5:29 pm |
camerontoth: |
@lizkingevents - I was impressed with speakers and AV. Networking events were laced in well. #eventprofs |
| 5:29 pm |
katieroski: |
@eventsforgood @ASegar I feel like sometimes more education takes place outside of the sessions! #eventprofs |
| 5:29 pm |
eventsforgood: |
I think most memorable events are always the ones you feel the most connected to - cause, promotion, celebrity, etc. #eventprofs |
| 5:29 pm |
justinlocke: |
what's more important, what you learn or who you meet? #eventprofs |
| 5:30 pm |
theexpogroup: |
RT @ericlukazewski Events need to be rethought beyond trad.format, as 365 endless format embracing community & virtual platforms #eventprofs |
| 5:30 pm |
samueljsmith: |
@katieroski @theexpogroup my pleasure. #eventprofs |
| 5:30 pm |
ericlukazewski: |
RT @eventsforgood: Very true! RT @ASegar: Cory Doctorow said "Conversation is king. Content is just something to talk about." #eventprofs |
| 5:30 pm |
lizkingevents: |
On the other side, what happened to make the worst event you've ever attended? #eventprofs |
| 5:31 pm |
eventsforgood: |
Worst event - not worth the money. Skimpy on food, entertainment, resources. Will not name names! #eventprofs |
| 5:32 pm |
katieroski: |
@lizkingevents Worst - when I can't find times for sessions, events, etc. Hard to get around. #eventprofs |
| 5:32 pm |
SmartSource: |
Worst Event - Long check-in, sitting on floors to read session info, pricey admission. Also won't name names but was in NYC #eventprofs |
| 5:32 pm |
michellebruno: |
The Social Collective and Zerista both have mobile extensions to their social networking platforms to help more people join in #eventprofs |
| 5:33 pm |
michellebruno: |
Worst event for me is a boring one where there are no new ideas and sessions are rehashed topics #eventprofs |
| 5:33 pm |
chrisuschan: |
@katieroski ideas are shared in session rooms, and they are expanded upon in the halls and outside the event #eventprofs |
| 5:33 pm |
camerontoth: |
RT @eventsforgood: Very true! RT @ASegar: Cory Doctorow said "Conversation is king. Content is just something to talk about." #eventprofs |
| 5:33 pm |
conventionplani: |
Agreed RT @michellebruno: Worst event for me is a boring one where there are no new ideas and sessions are rehashed topics #eventprofs |
| 5:34 pm |
michellebruno: |
On the other hand I have seen "unconferences" with no structure or theme and didn't really like those either #eventprofs |
| 5:34 pm |
JaneOSCPA: |
#eventprofs Imperative to be capturing cell phone #s on reg forms, not just email #skylineEX |
| 5:34 pm |
samueljsmith: |
I agree. @eventsforgood @ASegar I feel like sometimes more education takes place outside of the sessions! #eventprofs /via @katieroski |
| 5:34 pm |
chrisuschan: |
@lizkingevents (worst event) - has poor presenters... it wastes my time #eventprofs |
| 5:34 pm |
katieroski: |
@chrisuschan Agreed. We should find a way to collect the expanded info in hallways - "Tweet pavilions" perhaps? #eventprofs |
| 5:36 pm |
theexpogroup: |
@katieroski @chrisuschan What if speakers went to chatting lounge immediately after their session? #eventprofs |
| 5:36 pm |
eventsforgood: |
Oh yes! Or ad for all but really for beginners. RT @michellebruno: Worst - a boring one with no new ideas & rehashed sessions. #eventprofs |
| 5:36 pm |
chrisuschan: |
@katieroski I miss session handouts (not just the slides), but something I can have in hand to review outside the session rooms #eventprofs |
| 5:36 pm |
samueljsmith: |
@chrisuschan @lizkingevents most presenter are not prof speakers or learning pros. How do you get around bad speakers? #eventprofs |
| 5:36 pm |
chrisuschan: |
@theexpogroup love that idea... kind of like a press conference... informal, no rules #eventprofs |
| 5:37 pm |
michellebruno: |
Don't want to sound gratuitous but session style has a lot to do with enjoyment and I love @samueljsmith fish bowl concept. #eventprofs |
| 5:37 pm |
katieroski: |
@theexpogroup Gr8 idea, Dana. Chat lounges would allow continued discussions. #eventprofs |
| 5:37 pm |
camerontoth: |
@lizkingevents - Worst event - High $ Holiday Mixer with skimpy food and no entertainment with continual asks to donate. #eventprofs |
| 5:37 pm |
justinlocke: |
i am just amazed with the number of speakers out there to choose from, how often i hear of content complaints. #eventprofs |
| 5:37 pm |
chrisuschan: |
@samueljsmith we talked about that on assnchat... bad speakers. you need a coach or someone who understands learning/presenting #eventprofs |
| 5:37 pm |
camerontoth: |
RT @chrisuschan: @lizkingevents (worst event) - has poor presenters... it wastes my time #eventprofs |
| 5:37 pm |
theexpogroup: |
@chrisuschan @kateroski Yes, exactly. Am working with a client to develop. Now, what about if that lounge was in exhibit hall? #eventprofs |
| 5:38 pm |
samueljsmith: |
RT @chrisuschan: @samueljsmith we talked about that on assnchat... bad speakers. you need a coach or someone who understands learning/presenting #eventprofs |
| 5:38 pm |
katieroski: |
@chrisuschan Do u feel take away items (like handouts) r being eliminated. How best to capture info to take, reference, use #eventprofs |
| 5:38 pm |
ASegar: |
@samueljsmith "feel lk more ed takes place outside of sessions" not if u have gd process 4 chosing rt topics #eventprofs |
| 5:38 pm |
justinlocke: |
How do you get around bad speakers? pro psekaers might appear cheap or gratis for op to sell their books. #eventprofs |
| 5:38 pm |
lizkingevents: |
@samueljsmith To me, It's all about prep, prep, prep. Looking at outlines & heandouts and all that good stuff over and over. #eventprofs |
| 5:38 pm |
landmarcevents: |
Emoticon Stress Balls (you know you need them around the office) http://bit.ly/6Qt4u6 #therapy #eventprofs |
| 5:39 pm |
chrisuschan: |
@michellebruno lindy dreyer had a good session in asae-toronto on soc/media... small round tables with facilitators. #eventprofs |
| 5:39 pm |
camerontoth: |
@samueljsmith - Don't hire bad speakers. If you have someone with great information have them prep a Good Speaker! #eventprofs |
| 5:39 pm |
samueljsmith: |
@chrisuschan so who is responsible for the coach? Planner or content owner or other? #eventprofs |
| 5:39 pm |
lizkingevents: |
Thanks for everyone's input on this topic. Does everyone mind if we switch gears a little bit? #eventprofs |
| 5:39 pm |
katieroski: |
@theexpogroup Lounge/exo hall - ?? Don't quite see how that would work. Ur thoughts? #eventprofs |
| 5:39 pm |
ASegar: |
I won't invite speakers unless people I trust have heard them speak. #eventprofs |
| 5:39 pm |
katieroski: |
@lizkingevents No problem, Liz. #eventprofs |
| 5:40 pm |
chrisuschan: |
@katieroski we're in the conf materials biz... handouts go online and don't get much attention. it's the unfortunate direction. #eventprofs |
| 5:40 pm |
eventsforgood: |
I was just at an event where the speaker didn't know his audience - speaking to event planners like politicians. #eventprofs |
| 5:40 pm |
camerontoth: |
@katieroski - I don't mind not having a handout but please distribute a link or email and deliver requested slides. #eventprofs |
| 5:40 pm |
samueljsmith: |
This works well. @michellebruno lindy dreyer had a good session in asae-toronto small round tables with fac #eventprofs /via @chrisuschan |
| 5:41 pm |
conventionplani: |
@lizkingevents what do you have in mind #eventprofs |
| 5:41 pm |
camerontoth: |
@eventsforgood - Yeah - Know your Audience - basic but some people don't do their homework and don't change the standard talk. #eventprofs |
| 5:41 pm |
chrisuschan: |
@samueljsmith program director? not sure.... someone in charge of the educational site of the meeting. #eventprofs |
| 5:41 pm |
lizkingevents: |
@ericlukazewski and I are working a bunch of other #eventprofs and would love 2 hear ur input on how SM is improving events. #eventprofs |
| 5:41 pm |
IslandEvent: |
Virtual Event Coming Soon! Planning the Menu, gathering Centerpiece & Catering Products, Decorations & ... #weddings #EventProfs #Wholesale |
| 5:42 pm |
justinlocke: |
happy to offer some performance coaching-- to startcheckout my "marketer's stage fright" free ebook http://bit.ly/cuYm9h #eventprofs |
| 5:42 pm |
lizkingevents: |
We'd love to hear success stories of how SM has changed the way you do tradeshows, events etc. #eventprofs |
| 5:42 pm |
justinlocke: |
top presenters always research their audience. I've been known to google everyone there. #eventprofs |
| 5:42 pm |
JaneOSCPA: |
Excellent presentation from @virtualpartner at #skylineEX on mobile tech for #eventprofs |
| 5:42 pm |
SmartSource: |
Thanks Tweeps for another awesome chat. Have to run early but see you next time. #eventprofs |
| 5:43 pm |
eventsforgood: |
RT @camerontoth: @eventsforgood - Yeah, Speakers - Know your Audience - change the standard talk. #eventprofs |
| 5:43 pm |
lizkingevents: |
@SmartSource Thanks for joining us! #eventprofs |
| 5:43 pm |
conventionplani: |
ability to connect an entirely new audience virtually expands reach of the show #eventprofs |
| 5:43 pm |
chrisuschan: |
@camerontoth conference programs MUST have clear/obvious info on where to find handouts. no one should ever have 2 ask #eventprofs |
| 5:44 pm |
Qworky: |
What if paper is dead? Are you ready for it? Learn how digital creates revenue opportunities: http://bit.ly/ahMsi3 #meetings #eventprofs |
| 5:44 pm |
katieroski: |
@lizkingevents Success story - easy way for exhibitors to drive traffic 2 booth by using conf hashtag #eventprofs |
| 5:44 pm |
IslandEvent: |
Planning a Beach Wedding or other Island Event? Budget Wedding & Party Products- #Weddings #EventProfs #Engaged #Wholesale |
| 5:44 pm |
ASegar: |
RT @samueljsmith: @ASegar I think it is a combination of topics and formats. - I agree, & it's possible to determine both #eventprofs |
| 5:44 pm |
samueljsmith: |
@michellebruno thanks Michelle for compliment. wish I Invented that format #eventprofs |
| 5:44 pm |
ericlukazewski: |
SM has provided a forum to get instant feedback in a format that is more efficient and garnishes more participation fm attendees #eventprofs |
| 5:44 pm |
eventsforgood: |
@lizkingevents Crowdsourcing makes attendees feel involved, has been a good solid add of #SM. Also blogging decreases confusion. #eventprofs |
| 5:45 pm |
chrisuschan: |
@lizkingevents exhibitors need to contribute to the conversation (hashtag)... not sell #eventprofs |
| 5:45 pm |
ericlukazewski: |
RT @eventsforgood: @lizkingevents Crowdsourcing makes attendees feel involved, has been a good solid add of #SM. #eventprofs |
| 5:46 pm |
chrisuschan: |
@ericlukazewski SM makes it really easy for the talkers to... um, talk. #eventprofs |
| 5:46 pm |
ericlukazewski: |
CRT @chrisuschan: @lizkingevents exhibitors need to contribute to the conversation (hashtag)... not sell #eventprofs |
| 5:46 pm |
katieroski: |
@chrisuschan I wholeheartedly agree. I am the Exhibits Mgr at ADA, and I encourage them 2 to this in a semi-annual Webinar. #eventprofs |
| 5:46 pm |
eventsforgood: |
Not all events have good #SM avenues. What about social events? #eventprofs |
| 5:46 pm |
michellebruno: |
did a very successful promo for an exhibitor client using an email quiz with prizes. Don't see why it wouldn't work with Twitter #eventprofs |
| 5:47 pm |
samueljsmith: |
#eventprofs ok have to step away to go through airport security or msp flight. Talk to you all soon! #eventprofs |
| 5:47 pm |
ericlukazewski: |
@chrisuschan Spot on. Thanks for cleaning it up for me :) RT @chrisuschan SM makes it really easy for the talkers to.. um, talk. #eventprofs |
| 5:47 pm |
katieroski: |
@samueljsmith Talk to you later. #eventprofs |
| 5:47 pm |
hashtager: |
# CRT @chrisuschan: @lizkingevents exhibitors need to contribute to the conversation (hashtag)... not sell #eventprofs |
| 5:47 pm |
michellebruno: |
@samueljsmith There really aren't any original ideas anymore just people to put them in new contexts so thanks for that. #eventprofs |
| 5:47 pm |
chrisuschan: |
@katieroski using SM, exhibitors can build brand awareness and develop relationships before meeting attendees #eventprofs |
| 5:48 pm |
JaredGolberg: |
#SM is fantastic and has endless possibilities for events, but how do you ENGAGE the event industry & attendees to sign up? #eventprofs |
| 5:48 pm |
chrisuschan: |
@samueljsmith see ya sam #eventprofs |
| 5:48 pm |
ASegar: |
@samueljsmith Safe flight! #eventprofs |
| 5:48 pm |
katieroski: |
SM is a way to converse w/ different groups of ppl (attendee 2 attendee, attendee 2 exhibitor, etc). #eventprofs |
| 5:49 pm |
inspirationguy: |
#eventprofs IMO Live tweeting etc. can help spread interest in an event & build appetite for next/related events. |
| 5:49 pm |
JaredGolberg: |
We are thought leaders in the #SM event community, but still SO MANY are not connecting or using platforms... #eventprofs |
| 5:49 pm |
JaneOSCPA: |
#skylineEX Mobile tools for #eventprofs from @nateriggs-Flowtown.com, Batchbook.com, Collecta.com |
| 5:49 pm |
katieroski: |
@chrisuschan I definitely agree with you! #eventprofs |
| 5:49 pm |
ericlukazewski: |
@JaredGolberg People want to connect with community & events that interest them. They need organizers to give them a platform. #eventprofs |
| 5:49 pm |
chrisuschan: |
@JaredGolberg what do you mean? #eventprofs |
| 5:49 pm |
michellebruno: |
I think smart event organizers should give exhibitors/attendees fun ideas b4 event on how to use SM to enhance experience. #eventprofs |
| 5:50 pm |
AKthe5th: |
RT @JaredGolberg: We are thought leaders in the #SM event community, but still SO MANY are not connecting or using platforms... #eventprofs |
| 5:51 pm |
ASegar: |
RT @JaredGolberg Ppl wnt 2 connect w/ community & events that interest them. They need organizers 2 giv them a platform. #eventprofs |
| 5:51 pm |
ThePartyGoddess: |
Hey #eventprofs , event planners, if you're in L.A. + want some freelance work 4 the next 2.5 weeks, email jisan@thepartygoddess.com |
| 5:51 pm |
katieroski: |
I feel organizers tend 2 only use SM 3 months prior to their Annual Mtg & not year round. They r not using it yr round #eventprofs |
| 5:51 pm |
eventsforgood: |
Live tweeting is great - but it depends on your audience. Boomers are resistant overall. #eventprofs |
| 5:51 pm |
justinlocke: |
well isn't an awful lot of SM going on in events anyway whether you like it or not? :-) #eventprofs |
| 5:51 pm |
dshiao: |
HOW-TO: Optimize Your Tradeshow Presence by @csalomonlee: http://bit.ly/bvnbg3 #eventprofs |
| 5:51 pm |
chrisuschan: |
RT @michellebruno: smart event organizers should give exhibitors/attendees fun ideas b4 event on how2use SM 2 enhance experience #eventprofs |
| 5:51 pm |
ericlukazewski: |
@michellebruno Exactly. People need creative outlets and to be show how to use it and WHY they should use it. #eventprofs |
| 5:51 pm |
JaredGolberg: |
@ericlukazewski Platforms are there, but many are still scared to engage & learn, we need 2 teach. Events need #SM teaching Rms. #eventprofs |
| 5:51 pm |
michellebruno: |
Maybe workshops at all events on using SM kind of like the "Friends of Bill W" concept. #eventprofs |
| 5:52 pm |
JaredGolberg: |
@ASegar agreed, but there is still a HUGE amount of industry folk and attendees who DO NOT get or understand #SM... #eventprofs |
| 5:52 pm |
katieroski: |
RT michellebruno smart event org should give exhibitors/attendees fun ideas b4 event on how to use SM to enhance experience. #eventprofs |
| 5:52 pm |
ericlukazewski: |
@JaredGolberg Exactly. If you don't have an engaging audience, it's YOUR fault as the organizer for poor planning & teaching #eventprofs |
| 5:52 pm |
chrisuschan: |
RT @dshiao: HOW-TO: Optimize Your Tradeshow Presence by @csalomonlee: http://bit.ly/bvnbg3 #eventprofs |
| 5:52 pm |
justinlocke: |
you also have to address the fear of using it i think . . . #eventprofs |
| 5:52 pm |
lizkingevents: |
RT @ericlukazewski @michellebruno Exactly. People need creative outlets and to be show how to use it and WHY they should use it. #eventprofs |
| 5:53 pm |
thinkubik: |
Create a Facebook Business Page http://bit.ly/bKY7R2 #eventprofs |
| 5:53 pm |
virtualpartner: |
Exhibitors can leverage hashtags while at the show. U can create massive visibility. i.e. today's Skyline hashtag is #skylineEX #eventprofs |
| 5:53 pm |
showmakers: |
@JaredGoldberg U hit the mark. I've heard at other meetings/sessions that some just don't know how/why to get started with SM. #eventprofs |
| 5:53 pm |
justinlocke: |
i know folks who genuinely think FB is evil. #eventprofs |
| 5:53 pm |
chrisuschan: |
@JaredGolberg it's like we need "in plain english" tutorials to teach newbies to a SM community #eventprofs |
| 5:54 pm |
JaredGolberg: |
@ericlukazewski @lizkingevents Planners need to incorporate #SM teaching into events in order to engage those not plugged in. #eventprofs |
| 5:54 pm |
ericlukazewski: |
You can't wait for your audience to educate you on SM implementation. It's your job to educate yourself and transfer to them. #eventprofs |
| 5:54 pm |
inspirationguy: |
Pre-event tweetups can help build strong connection between attendees & promote deeper involvement #eventprofs |
| 5:54 pm |
justinlocke: |
i sense a new product to sell :-) #eventprofs |
| 5:55 pm |
lizkingevents: |
Thanks 2 everyone 4 all ur thoughts on this topic! Really helpful. I want 2 be mindful of time so we can close up in a few mins. #eventprofs |
| 5:55 pm |
chrisuschan: |
@ericlukazewski planning and engaging is no short putt. It takes an investment (trust me). the software is the ez part. #eventprofs |
| 5:55 pm |
michellebruno: |
I don't know anyone who tried SM and said "this is stupid." They eventually got hooked. Need to educate the same way thru usage #eventprofs |
| 5:55 pm |
Gallagherstar: |
RT @wiredprworks: RT @lesliebanks: Interesting stats: 85% customers believe companies should interact w/ them via soc media. #eventprofs |
| 5:55 pm |
ASegar: |
@JaredGolberg agreed, but thr is still a HUGE amount of industry folk & attendees who dnt get #SM - we're wrkn on it! :-) #eventprofs |
| 5:55 pm |
eventsforgood: |
RT @inspirationguy: Pre-event tweetups can help build strong connection between attendees & promote deeper involvement #eventprofs |
| 5:55 pm |
conventionplani: |
think back to when you first jumped into SM. It's a big world - newbies need some1 to show them the ropes #eventprofs |
| 5:56 pm |
inspirationguy: |
RT @katieroski: I feel organizers tend 2 only use SM 3 months prior to their Annual Mtg & not year round. #eventprofs << yes |
| 5:56 pm |
ericlukazewski: |
@JaredGolberg @lizkingevents Yes. Show them how, and send them away with ideas and a follow up platform to practice #eventprofs |
| 5:56 pm |
lizkingevents: |
@michellebruno I know people who have given up, but I don't think they give it enough time! #eventprofs |
| 5:56 pm |
theexpogroup: |
@michellebruno I disagree. I know plenty who tried and quit. #eventprofs |
| 5:56 pm |
justinlocke: |
but the whole concept of twitter and its potential is so huge, you sure people can assimilat e it all in one weekend? #eventprofs |
| 5:56 pm |
inspirationguy: |
RT @eventsforgood: Live tweeting is great - but it depends on your audience. Boomers are resistant overall. #eventprofs << true! |
| 5:56 pm |
JaredGolberg: |
@chrisuschan @showmakers 100% true.. Tutorials need be there, even if it's a small breakout room or an #SM lounge. #eventprofs |
| 5:57 pm |
chrisuschan: |
@michellebruno where to start is a SM newbie prob, then time suck follows that #eventprofs |
| 5:57 pm |
justinlocke: |
it took me a month to "get" twitter #eventprofs |
| 5:57 pm |
ericlukazewski: |
@chrisuschan No doubt about it. It's an evil truth that there's such a huge investment to educate your audience. #eventprofs |
| 5:57 pm |
pathable: |
Best Practices in Online Community Mgt Webinar w/ @JeffHurt @tmendelsohn @pathable 11am PT TODAY http://bit.ly/90JdTF #eventprofs |
| 5:57 pm |
JojoSchwa: |
Best Practices in Online Community Mgt Webinar w/ @JeffHurt @tmendelsohn @pathable 11am PT TODAY http://bit.ly/90JdTF #eventprofs |
| 5:57 pm |
inspirationguy: |
RT @ericlukazewski: You can't wait for your audience to educate you on SM implementation. It's your job to educate yourself #eventprofs |
| 5:58 pm |
katieroski: |
RT @JaredGoldberg Tutorials need be there, even if it's a small breakout room or an #SM lounge. #eventprofs |
| 5:58 pm |
justinlocke: |
the scary thing about twitter is just how many strangers you find yourself talking to --all at once. #eventprofs |
| 5:58 pm |
eventsforgood: |
It took me 6 months to start really making connections! RT @justinlocke: it took me a month to "get" twitter #eventprofs |
| 5:58 pm |
lizkingevents: |
It's really trial and error in the beginning. People get lost in the noise@ RT @justinlocke it took me a month to "get" twitter #eventprofs |
| 5:58 pm |
michellebruno: |
Yeah but it's like the telephone. Eventually they won't be able to function without SM even if they are resistant now #eventprofs |
| 5:58 pm |
chrisuschan: |
@ericlukazewski it took months to pull together #engage365 and consumes me every day. you need to leverage VIPs #eventprofs |
| 5:58 pm |
theexpogroup: |
Sounds like we need SM Mentors at our events and #tradeshows to personally show ropes, encourage #eventprofs |
| 5:58 pm |
JaredGolberg: |
@ericlukazewski Catch 22! You need them to be on #SM platforms to engage, but also need to teach them how - What to do? #eventprofs |
| 5:58 pm |
conventionplani: |
Without #eventprofs I would have never found my way #eventprofs |
| 5:59 pm |
showmakers: |
Maybe seeing a live feed/backchannel on screens would help create interest at an event? Seeing the discussion, ppl want 2 join? #eventprofs |
| 5:59 pm |
ericlukazewski: |
Have to run gang. Really appreciate the discussion today. Thanks @lizkingevents for stepping up to moderate. You're awesome! #eventprofs |
| 5:59 pm |
lizkingevents: |
RT @conventionplani Without #eventprofs I would have never found my way #eventprofs |
| 5:59 pm |
FarNearEvents: |
RT @inspirationguy: Pre-event tweetups can help build strong connection between attendees & promote deeper involvement #eventprofs |
| 5:59 pm |
lizkingevents: |
@ericlukazewski Thanks for joining!!! Talk to you soon! #eventprofs |
| 5:59 pm |
michellebruno: |
SM takes longer to get benefit from. People don't want to wait. #eventprofs |
| 5:59 pm |
lizkingevents: |
Alright everyone. Thanks for a great chat! Looking forward to continuing the conversation with you all! #eventprofs |
| 5:59 pm |
chrisuschan: |
RT @pathable Best Practices in Online Community Mgmt Webinar @JeffHurt @tmendelsohn 1pmET TODAY http://bit.ly/90JdTF #engage365 #eventprofs |
| 6:00 pm |
eventsforgood: |
Do #SM 365 like @ericlukazewski says for your event and people will catch on! #eventprofs |
| 6:00 pm |
theexpogroup: |
Agreed -- was good to see others learning as I was. RT @conventionplani: Without #eventprofs I would have never found my way #eventprofs |
| 6:00 pm |
ASegar: |
Off to the (Anguilla) beach. Thanks for moderating @lizkingevents - you're good! #eventprofs |
| 6:00 pm |
chrisuschan: |
@ericlukazewski later eric... #eventprofs |
| 6:00 pm |
eventsforgood: |
@lizkingevents Thanks for moderating Liz! #eventprofs |
| 6:00 pm |
justinlocke: |
@lizkingevents fab hosting liz. i'll be blogging on tweeting for beginner boomers. #eventprofs |
| 6:01 pm |
inspirationguy: |
I think some people get Twitter quickly, some are slow & some will never get it. We can only do so much education #eventprofs |
| 6:01 pm |
katieroski: |
Thanks for a gr8 discussion. Thanks to @lizkingevents for doing a fantastic job moderating. #eventprofs |
| 6:01 pm |
customsign: |
Most businesses still have 2 comprehend the power of #SM (myself included) however 1 has 2 most of all be "social" first ;) #eventprofs |
| 6:01 pm |
lizkingevents: |
@justinlocke Please let me know when the blog is up. I'd love to see. I'm blogging on Twitter this week 2 lizkingevents.com/blog #eventprofs |
| 6:01 pm |
chrisuschan: |
gotta run gang... lunch then back for the @pathable Webinar http://bit.ly/90JdTF #eventprofs |
| 6:01 pm |
conventionplani: |
RT @katieroski: Thanks for a gr8 discussion. Thanks to @lizkingevents for doing a fantastic job moderating. #eventprofs |
| 6:01 pm |
lizkingevents: |
@eventsforgood You're welcome! Thanks for joining! #eventprofs |
| 6:01 pm |
hyperzic: |
Damn, 1 hour late... I will read it in the archive. #eventprofs |
| 6:02 pm |
smartmeetings: |
Continental Airlines to start charging economy passengers for more legroom http://bit.ly/9nvCF8 #eventprofs |
| 6:02 pm |
theexpogroup: |
@katieroski was great to see you back -- I'll email you about that lounge idea. #eventprofs |
| 6:02 pm |
pcmahq: |
President Obama signs Travel Promotion Act #pcma #eventprofs #tradeshow http://bit.ly/b3924q |
| 6:02 pm |
theexpogroup: |
@lizkingevents Thanks for stepping up! #eventprofs |
| 6:02 pm |
eventsforgood: |
@justinlocke Sounds like a great blog topic! Looking forward to it. #eventprofs |
| 6:02 pm |
conventionplani: |
GREAT NEWS! RT @pcmahq: President Obama signs Travel Promotion Act #pcma #eventprofs #tradeshow http://bit.ly/b3924q #eventprofs |
| 6:03 pm |
JaredGolberg: |
thanks for the chat today everyone! Feel free to connect with me via #LinkedIN via www.linkedin.com/in/jaredgolberg #eventprofs |
| 6:03 pm |
lizkingevents: |
@theexpogroup Anytime! It's worth it for all the great conversations that happen and all I learn! Thanks for joining! #eventprofs |
| 6:03 pm |
customsign: |
@lizkingevents just catching up with the #eventprofs stuff..looks like great info! Thanks for taking charge :) |
| 6:03 pm |
eventsforgood: |
RT @pcmahq: President Obama signs Travel Promotion Act http://bit.ly/b3924q #eventprofs |
| 6:03 pm |
kimgeralds: |
10 top tools to detect plagiarism on online http://ow.ly/1efFy @EmilieBarta :-) #eventprofs |
| 6:04 pm |
showmakers: |
I have to run. Thanks for an informative chat! Thanks @lizkingevents for moderating. #eventprofs |
| 6:05 pm |
josedramirez: |
Uh-oh! Seven Steps to Deal with an Unhappy Client: http://ow.ly/1eeOe #eventprofs |
| 6:05 pm |
Jeffhurt: |
The Revolution Will Not Be Televised: How #Untech10 Launched & What it Means #eventprofs by @michellebruno http://ow.ly/1e9nH |
| 6:05 pm |
inspirationguy: |
Thanks for a great chat #eventprofs - v enjoyable. Thanks @lizkingevents |
| 6:05 pm |
chrisuschan: |
@JaredGolberg good idea --- LI connect http://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisuschan #eventprofs |
| 6:05 pm |
mitcharno: |
(me too, I was exactly one hr late :( RT @hyperzic: Damn, 1 hour late... I will read it in the archive. #eventprofs |
| 6:06 pm |
EmilieBarta: |
RT @chrisuschan: #Socialmedia makes it really easy for the talkers to... um, talk. #eventprofs. ME: Love this...it really is this simple!! |
| 6:06 pm |
customsign: |
@eventsforgood you had brought up some great points during #eventprofs chat..got me thinking ;) Thanks! |
| 6:11 pm |
hyperzic: |
@lizkingevents A pleasure, missed the #eventprofs chat but will be there next time. |
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