3:59 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
Welcome to the chat everyone! I'm Jenise Fryatt of Icon Presentations AV in Palm Springs CA & I'll be moderating. #eventprofs |
4:00 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
(Moderator) Please introduce yourself and tell us what your favorite musical or play is. #eventprofs |
4:00 pm |
lizkingevents: |
Glad to join today's #eventprofs chat! :) |
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4:01 pm |
MeetingsDiva: |
Terri Hardin, Wicked #eventprofs |
4:01 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
(Moderator) My favorite musical is "Dirty Rotten Scoundrels" but the South Park musical comes close. #eventprofs |
4:01 pm |
eventsforgood: |
Hi everyone! I'm Lindsey Rosenthal from Events For Good and my favorite musical is Avenue Q. Or Twelfth Night. #eventprofs |
4:02 pm |
Mizcity: |
Finally able to jump on an #eventprofs chat (its been a while). Pls ignore me or join me in convo til 1PM EST but dont unfollow! #eventprofs |
4:02 pm |
MeetingsDiva: |
Terri Hardin, Wicked #eventprofs #eventprofs |
4:02 pm |
asifmirza: |
#eventprofs, thought I'd pitch in before i disappear, my favourite, is West Side Story, still a classic by today's standards! |
4:02 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
@MeetingsDiva Welcome Terri! So glad you're here. I never did get to see Wicked. #eventprofs |
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4:02 pm |
joyce_ma: |
Hi Jenise (and everyone)! Joyce from @showmakers here, fav is Phantom of the Opera (classic). #eventprofs |
4:02 pm |
mcmagtweet: |
Sally Braley, Meetings & Conventions magazine. Contact! was the most wonderful spectacle I've seen on Broadway. #eventprofs |
4:02 pm |
sallbee: |
Sally Braley, Meetings & Conventions magazine. Contact! was the most wonderful spectacle I've seen on Broadway. #eventprofs |
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4:03 pm |
Mizcity: |
I'm Christina, freelance planner from NYC. I love both Rent and Wicked :) #eventprofs |
4:03 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
@eventsforgood Welcome Lindsay!! Great to see you! I really need to see Avenue Q I've heard great things! #eventprofs |
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4:03 pm |
MeetingsDiva: |
Florida took me. #eventprofs |
4:03 pm |
smartmeetings: |
Most of the team is at the @ambusinessmedia conference today at @FSsanfrancisco. Looking forward to great discussions! #eventprofs #media |
4:03 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
@Mizcity Welcome Christina! So glad you are here! #eventprofs |
4:03 pm |
ZeristaSoftware: |
Hi john from Zerista in Denver. #eventprofs |
4:03 pm |
ASegar: |
Hi Jenise! Adrian Segar, Conferences That Work, Sam Shepard's "The Tooth of Crime" #eventprofs |
4:04 pm |
michaelnewhouse: |
Michael Newhouse here from WCN Group. Rent. #eventprofs |
4:04 pm |
AKthe5th: |
Dear #eventprofs I'm going to watch whats going on and try to chime in if i can! #ChatVoyer #Badboyforlife #MizcityScaresMe |
4:04 pm |
Mizcity: |
@lyksumlikrish Thanks Jenise- unfortunately it's been a while :/ #eventprofs |
4:04 pm |
AttendInteract: |
Dawn Norris here, Chicago is my favorite musical is Chicago! #eventprofs |
4:04 pm |
Bannersonaroll: |
Favorite musical has to be Mamma Mia #eventprofs |
4:04 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
@asifmirza LOVE westside story. Welcome Asif! #eventprofs |
4:05 pm |
Mizcity: |
@AKthe5th haha, stop giving me a bad rep! #sillyeskimo #eventprofs |
4:05 pm |
SpoTweetDeals: |
Ben from Spokane CVB favorite musical Fiddler on the Roof! #eventprofs |
4:05 pm |
lizkingevents: |
@joyce_ma Hey Joyce! Great to see you in the #eventprofs chat! |
4:05 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
@joyce_ma Welcome Joyce - love that show #eventprofs |
4:05 pm |
eventsforgood: |
@lyksumlikrish Avenue Q is a fantastic show. I have seen it twice and have laughed the entire way through it each time! #eventprofs |
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4:05 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
@ASegar Sam Shepherd rocks!! #eventprofs |
4:06 pm |
joyce_ma: |
@lizkingevents Hi Liz! Same to you! Hope you've been well. #eventprofs |
4:06 pm |
eventsforgood: |
@asifmirza Hi Asif!! Is this your first chat?! #eventprofs |
4:06 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
@ZeristaSoftware Welcome John! #eventprofs |
4:06 pm |
justsasch: |
Sascha Jarrard, Rent or Cabaret can't decide...#eventprofs |
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4:06 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
@SpoTweetDeals Welcome Ben! I played Grandma Tzeitle in Fiddler once. A FUN show! #eventprofs |
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4:07 pm |
eventsforgood: |
@ASegar Hi Adrian! How are you? #eventprofs |
4:07 pm |
tracibrowne: |
Hi all...Traci Browne, Red Cedar Marketing, don't know what the questions is but sounds like broadway? #eventprofs |
4:07 pm |
planetplanitbiz: |
Hi Jenise - sorry to be late. I Like phantom of the opera as my fave #eventprofs |
4:07 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
@justsasch Welcome Sascha! Both awesome shows. :) #eventprofs |
4:07 pm |
eventsforgood: |
I can totally see it!! RT @lyksumlikrish: I played Grandma Tzeitle in Fiddler once. A FUN show! #eventprofs |
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4:08 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
@tracibrowne Hey, I'm moderating. Had to throw in some theatre! What's ur fave musical or play? #eventprofs |
4:08 pm |
ASegar: |
Glad you share my obscure "like" RT @lyksumlikrish: @ASegar Sam Shepherd rocks!! #eventprofs |
4:08 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
@planetplanitbiz Welcome Paul! Great to have you here!! #eventprofs |
4:08 pm |
ASegar: |
@eventsforgood I am well, even if it isn't your birthday. You? #eventprofs |
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4:09 pm |
Mizcity: |
Lots of new faces in the chat- love it! #eventprofs |
4:09 pm |
lizkingevents: |
While we're all here, it looks like the #eventprofs chat needs moderators for future chats. Pls sign up (I will too!) http://ht.ly/1NHjs |
4:09 pm |
tracibrowne: |
@lyksumlikrish I'm one of those I hate musicals people...but did enjoy the producers #eventprofs |
4:09 pm |
eventsforgood: |
@ASegar Same here! Even though it's not my birthday... #eventprofs |
4:10 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
First topic today is "Promoting our industry" - How do we address the negative publicity "events" seem to face these days? #eventprofs |
4:10 pm |
AKthe5th: |
RT @Mizcity: Lots of new faces in the chat- love it! #eventprofs |
4:10 pm |
lizkingevents: |
I love it too! RT @Mizcity: Lots of new faces in the chat- love it! #eventprofs |
4:10 pm |
tracibrowne: |
RT @lizkingevents: it looks like the #eventprofs chat needs moderators for future chats. Pls sign up http://ht.ly/1NHjs #eventprofs |
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4:10 pm |
eventgenuity: |
RT @fastcompany: When is project planning a hindrance 2 biz? When it's at expense of real engagement. http://su.pr/2gxpWh #eventprofs #mpi |
4:10 pm |
kimgeralds: |
@lyksumlikrish Hi Jenise. Checking for #eventprofs chat. What's the subject? |
4:10 pm |
GoGreenDisplays: |
Convention Attendance, Room Rates Up for Vegas in March http://bit.ly/9wFFZJ #eventprofs |
4:11 pm |
Mizcity: |
Jenise - what type of negative publicity are we addressing specifically? #eventprofs |
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4:11 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
@kimgeralds Hi Kim! Welcome! First topic is "Promoting our industry" second topic is "social media timesavers" #eventprofs |
4:11 pm |
eventsforgood: |
RT @lyksumlikrish: 1st topic is "Promoting our industry" - How do we address the negative publicity "events" face these days? #eventprofs |
4:11 pm |
justsasch: |
@lyksumlikrish Thanks! I have not ever seen Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, I bet it is hilarious. #eventprofs |
4:11 pm |
tracibrowne: |
Q1 We can make our conferences and events worthwhile to attend...focus on the attendee rather than the money #eventprofs |
4:12 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
@Mizcity AIG effect - "events are a luxury" etc. #eventprofs |
4:12 pm |
eventgenuity: |
RT @gactv: GAC?s Flood Benefit Concert Raises $1.8 Million, Re-Airs May 20 http://bit.ly/9SJWzw #mpi #eventprofs #pcma #asae |
4:13 pm |
MeetingsDiva: |
@eventsforgood I think the 1st thing is to adopt a more global respoonse. it's not just r industry being affected #eventprofs #eventprofs |
4:13 pm |
tracibrowne: |
I hate to say it but I think there is a lot of truth to the "AIG effect" there are a lot of boondoggles out there. #eventprofs |
4:13 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
@tracibrowne True, but if we aren't getting the word out, we are still vulnerable to another AIG fiasco. #eventprofs |
4:13 pm |
planetplanitbiz: |
show the econonic value where possible #eventprofs |
4:14 pm |
MeetingsDiva: |
@lyksumlikrish AIG was wrong for so many reasons #eventprofs #eventprofs |
4:14 pm |
Mizcity: |
@lyksumlikrish we can go with #eventprofs Bingo terms- show ROI, transparency with spending, etc. #eventprofs |
4:14 pm |
tracibrowne: |
also this is not a new issue...it's keeps popping up every couple years for ages #eventprofs |
4:14 pm |
eventsforgood: |
We need to work together like @MeetingsDiva said, and we also need to show how our industry makes a difference monetarily. #eventprofs |
4:14 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
@tracibrowne I agree. But that's why we need to promote the events that really show ROI - do good. #eventprofs |
4:14 pm |
Bannersonaroll: |
Q1 Great point @tracibrowne. Your attendee's experience should be high on the priority list #eventprofs |
4:14 pm |
joyce_ma: |
show focus on purpose (charity, education etc) of event for attendees - avoid lavish decor #eventprofs |
4:15 pm |
ASegar: |
We need to talk up the fact that _most_ events are educational & networking opportunities rather than reward-oriented #eventprofs |
4:15 pm |
MeetingsDiva: |
@eventsforgood def, & transparency is key #eventprofs |
4:15 pm |
joyce_ma: |
RT @ASegar: We need to talk up the fact that_most_events are educational & networking opportunities rather than reward-oriented #eventprofs |
4:15 pm |
lizkingevents: |
We should focus on the quality and remind ppl that responsible events are possible #eventprofs |
4:15 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
@eventsforgood I TOTALLY agree. But I think we get too busy and lose the motivation to prove our industry's worth. #eventprofs |
4:15 pm |
SpoTweetDeals: |
As a destination we have presented numerous times explaining the economic impact we can bring. To our Board etc. #eventprofs |
4:16 pm |
MeetingsDiva: |
how bout a game? 6 degrees of separation from a meeting attendee? #eventprofs |
4:16 pm |
tracibrowne: |
I think we R promoting them wrong...we always talk abt what meeting does 4 local economy not what it does 4 the group havng mtg #eventprofs |
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4:16 pm |
justinlocke: |
but isn't part of the appeal the fact that it's a tax deductible party-hardy trip to a fun locale? #eventprofs |
4:16 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
@ASegar I agree. I think the fact that "events" drive the economy, biz, is indisputable - we just forget to put it out there. #eventprofs |
4:17 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
Yes! RT @SpoTweetDeals: we have presented numerous times explaining the economic impact we can bring. To our Board etc. #eventprofs |
4:17 pm |
eventsforgood: |
We also need to remind those folks how many people work in our industry - how much unemployment there would be w/o tourism. #eventprofs |
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4:17 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
LOVE IT!! RT @MeetingsDiva: how bout a game? 6 degrees of separation from a meeting attendee? #eventprofs |
4:17 pm |
kimgeralds: |
Here's the latest AMEX survey - showing increase in biz travel #eventprofs http://ht.ly/1NHAh |
4:17 pm |
ASegar: |
@justinlocke Ooh, Justin, trying to stir up trouble? #eventprofs |
4:18 pm |
The180Group: |
I think any negative publicity is based on industry, which we cant control. Tech can have huge events, financial cannot #eventprofs |
4:18 pm |
Bannersonaroll: |
Your environment helps to set the mood for the event. Banners and signage can help. http://bannersonaroll.com/ #eventprofs |
4:18 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
@tracibrowne We need to do both. If we don't focus on how events benefit economy, we don't engage the public that we need. #eventprofs |
4:19 pm |
tracibrowne: |
@justinlocke is right...we never have our meetings in boring places..there is nothing wrong w/that either but we have 2 show ROI #eventprofs |
4:19 pm |
eventsforgood: |
@justinlocke Hi Justin! Nice to see you! I always welcome your comic relief... #eventprofs |
4:19 pm |
Mizcity: |
@The180Group I disagree. I think financial CAN have huge events, they just have to be for the right reasons & in control of $$ #eventprofs |
4:19 pm |
justinlocke: |
RT @ASegar: @justinlocke Ooh, Justin, trying to stir up trouble? #eventprofs 'tis my purpose in life :-) |
4:20 pm |
tracibrowne: |
@lyksumlikrish I agree, we should do both...but I don't see anything but local economy numbers put out there #eventprofs |
4:20 pm |
planetplanitbiz: |
we have same issues of promoting our ind in UK - challenge always seems 2 B making politicians understand & always will B #eventprofs |
4:20 pm |
MeetingsDiva: |
@lyksumlikrish can we play now? #eventprofs |
4:20 pm |
ericlukazewski: |
Good afternoon #eventprofs! Sorry I'm late! |
4:20 pm |
ASegar: |
Not so much size but extravagance? RT @The180Group: -ve publicity based on industry...Tech can have huge events, financial can't #eventprofs |
4:20 pm |
tracibrowne: |
Hi Eric! #eventprofs |
4:20 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
@The180Group Could you elaborate on what you say we can't control? #eventprofs |
4:21 pm |
joyce_ma: |
Once u show the rewards & able to create a function under budget, I find most clients realize the benefits of events & F2F. #eventprofs |
4:21 pm |
The180Group: |
@ASegar correct, thanks for the clarification #eventprofs |
4:21 pm |
tracibrowne: |
Let's just say it...it's the media's fault! #eventprofs |
4:21 pm |
SusanRadojevic: |
RT @ppphillips: Three phases to Portfolio Management: discovery, implementation, sustainability #mpi #eventprofs |
4:21 pm |
michaelnewhouse: |
@ericlukazewski Good morning Eric #eventprofs |
4:21 pm |
Bannersonaroll: |
Currently planning an event? Mention you heard about us on Twitter and you'll get a deal http://bannersonaroll.com/ #eventprofs |
4:21 pm |
eventsforgood: |
I think it also needs to start with us - more responsible spending, more giving back, & less in the news for S&M clubs... #eventprofs |
4:21 pm |
ASegar: |
Would be a lot <6 degrees with this group (actually, any group I think)! RT @MeetingsDiva: @lyksumlikrish can we play now? #eventprofs |
4:21 pm |
sallbee: |
Which ROI statistic is most affective for supporting your events? How many events each year do you measure? #eventprofs |
4:21 pm |
mcmagtweet: |
Which ROI statistic is most affective for supporting your events? How many events each year do you measure? #eventprofs |
4:22 pm |
ericlukazewski: |
El nino too RT @tracibrowne: Lets just say it...its the medias fault! #eventprofs |
4:22 pm |
Mizcity: |
@tracibrowne LOL. Blame default is always the media :P #eventprofs |
4:22 pm |
The180Group: |
We cannot control individual industry politics and regulations. Tech companies can spend millions, where Finance cannot. #eventprofs |
4:22 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
@MeetingsDiva Yes!! Let's do it! I think we should make it an online game. :) #eventprofs |
4:22 pm |
ericlukazewski: |
@michaelnewhouse Hey Michael! How are you? #eventprofs |
4:22 pm |
MeetingsDiva: |
@tracibrowne I'm the media! but u may b right ;-( #eventprofs |
4:22 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
@ericlukazewski Welcome Eric!! #eventprofs |
4:23 pm |
ericlukazewski: |
@lyksumlikrish Thanks Jenise! Very excited to see you moderating today #eventprofs |
4:23 pm |
justinlocke: |
well taking a cue from @dmscott, "features" are just one aspect of mkting. how are we engaging customers? #eventprofs |
4:23 pm |
The180Group: |
Tech events hav positive stigma, financial events do not, etc. etc. etc. #eventprofs |
4:23 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
Ha! RT @eventsforgood needs to start with us - more responsible spending, more giving back, & less in the news for S&M clubs... #eventprofs |
4:23 pm |
joyce_ma: |
@tracibrowne the media + terrorism + sars, really all took a toll on tourism/events. #eventprofs |
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4:24 pm |
tracibrowne: |
I think it's our fault because when media brings up a story we have no good answer #eventprofs |
4:24 pm |
Mizcity: |
RT @eventsforgood needs to start with us - more responsible spending, more giving back, & less in the news for S&M clubs... #eventprofs |
4:24 pm |
MeetingsDiva: |
@The180Group Financial can have positive effect, depends on how they handle things. More voluntourism, say. #eventprofs |
4:24 pm |
Mizcity: |
@tracibrowne do you think it's the associations role to provide answers on our industry's behalf? #eventprofs |
4:25 pm |
tracibrowne: |
Oh great...there goes my next event...RT @lyksumlikrish: Ha! RT @eventsforgood ...less in the news for S&M clubs... #eventprofs |
4:25 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
@tracibrowne I think we don't have a concerted PR effort out there. Or am I just not seeing it? #eventprofs |
4:25 pm |
ASegar: |
@tracibrowne Luckily, the mud tends to stick largely to the company/organization involved, not the events industry as a whole #eventprofs |
4:25 pm |
The180Group: |
I think the problem is lack of voice, not lack of answers. Anyone of us could justify our events. #eventprofs |
4:25 pm |
tracibrowne: |
@Mizcity depends on what you mean by association...the assoc. producing the event or assoc. like IAEE? #eventprofs |
4:25 pm |
kimgeralds: |
@The180Group we're finding that tech is being more focused on content and less on the "boondoggle' aspect of events IMHO. #eventprofs |
4:25 pm |
eventsforgood: |
Part of the problem is that our industry is too segmented, too broad, too new. Where is this PR effort going to come from? CIC? #eventprofs |
4:26 pm |
eventsforgood: |
Yes! Lack of UNIFIED voice. RT @The180Group: I think the problem is lack of voice, not lack of answers. #eventprofs |
4:26 pm |
tracibrowne: |
Actually it does stick RT @ASegar: @tracibrowne Luckily, the mud tends to stick largely to the company/organization involved,... #eventprofs |
4:26 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
@The180Group I think you are right. Other industry's do a great job of promoting themselves. I don't think we do enough. #eventprofs |
4:26 pm |
joyce_ma: |
RT @eventsforgood: Part of the problem is that our industry is too segmented, too broad, too new. #eventprofs |
4:26 pm |
MeetingsDiva: |
I live in Palm Springs (1), which is GLBT-friendly (2), and attracts a sizeable crowd for the Dinah Shore Shore weekend (3). #eventprofs |
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4:27 pm |
Mizcity: |
@tracibrowne I mean the industry associations (ISES, MPI, IAEE, etc). We need a spokesperson/people for the industry. #eventprofs |
4:27 pm |
The180Group: |
@MeetingsDiva The tech v. financial was just used as an example to illustrate different standards #eventprofs |
4:27 pm |
MeetingsDiva: |
I made it in 3 degrees! #eventprofs |
4:27 pm |
eventsforgood: |
@tracibrowne Oops! Did I just eliminate the S&M club from #EC10 East? #eventprofs |
4:27 pm |
tracibrowne: |
If you cannot explain to the media why your event is important then you deserve to be front page news #eventprofs |
4:27 pm |
planetplanitbiz: |
@eventsforgood - The CIC is made up of around 30 plus assns so that is not going 2 B an easy call for a unified voice #eventprofs |
4:27 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
I agree! RT @Mizcity: @tracibrowne We need a spokesperson/people for the industry. #eventprofs |
4:28 pm |
MeetingsDiva: |
@The180Group degrees standards call for diff solutions #eventprofs |
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4:28 pm |
eventsforgood: |
Agreed! RT @Mizcity: I mean the industry associations (ISES, MPI, IAEE, etc). We need a spokesperson/people for the industry. #eventprofs |
4:28 pm |
MeetingsDiva: |
@tracibrowne roger that #eventprofs |
4:28 pm |
justinlocke: |
voice of industry: that's not mpi? or am i saying something wrong? #eventprofs |
4:28 pm |
Mizcity: |
@MeetingsDiva @180Group tech also does a great job of utilizing lowbudget event solutions like unconferences & focus on content #eventprofs |
4:29 pm |
tracibrowne: |
@Mizcity I think the individual meetings need to do it. The assoc. are not seen as credible source when they say it. #eventprofs |
4:29 pm |
ASegar: |
@tracibrowne I think AIG/Repub party took most of the heat. But sure, there's some effect on event attendance perception #eventprofs |
4:29 pm |
eventsforgood: |
True but they are the largest consortium to date. RT @planetplanitbiz: The CIC is not going 2 B an easy call for a unified voice #eventprofs |
4:29 pm |
MeetingsDiva: |
@Mizcity true. could financial adapt? #eventprofs |
4:29 pm |
Mizcity: |
@justinlocke MPI covers meeting planners butthere are lots of associations #eventprofs |
4:29 pm |
eventsforgood: |
MPI doesn't cover suppliers, etc. RT @justinlocke: voice of industry: thats not mpi? or am i saying something wrong? #eventprofs |
4:29 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
Lots of groups, I'm findingRT @justinlocke: voice of industry: thats not mpi? or am i saying something wrong? #eventprofs |
4:30 pm |
ASegar: |
<thinks twice about helping w/event> :-) RT @eventsforgood: @tracibrowne Oops! Did I just eliminate the S&M club from #EC10 East #eventprofs |
4:30 pm |
MeetingsDiva: |
@eventsforgood 4 better or worse, we have no ONE voice #eventprofs |
4:30 pm |
Mizcity: |
@MeetingsDiva logistically yes. should they, yes. will they want to? not so sure about that. #eventprofs |
4:30 pm |
planetplanitbiz: |
@eventsforgood - Agreed they R but the decision making process takes so long - #eventprofs |
4:30 pm |
tracibrowne: |
The meeting industry saying meetings are important is like McDonalds saying we need to eat more fast food... #eventprofs |
4:31 pm |
Mizcity: |
Agreed & thats part of the issue. RT @MeetingsDiva: @eventsforgood 4 better or worse, we have no ONE voice #eventprofs |
4:31 pm |
ASegar: |
As we've discussed before it's hard to defend against -ve publicity when you're not the org that created it. #eventprofs |
4:31 pm |
planetplanitbiz: |
RT @tracibrowne: The meeting industry saying meetings are important is like McDonalds saying we need to eat more fast food... #eventprofs |
4:31 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
@MeetingsDiva For worse, I think. We at least need a few voices out there speaking up and on the same page. #eventprofs |
4:31 pm |
AttendInteract: |
@tracibrowne @Mizcity how do you feel about ASAE for association representation? #eventprofs |
4:31 pm |
tracibrowne: |
it was my entire plan :-) RT @eventsforgood: @tracibrowne Oops! Did I just eliminate the S&M club from #EC10 East #eventprofs |
4:31 pm |
eventsforgood: |
Maybe WE should consider becoming the ONE voice. Who's up for it? #eventprofs |
4:32 pm |
michaelnewhouse: |
RT @tracibrowne: The meeting industry saying meetings are important is like McDonalds saying we need to eat more fast food... #eventprofs |
4:32 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
@tracibrowne True, but the meetings industry showing a willingness to review and justify itself will be taken seriously. #eventprofs |
4:32 pm |
eventsforgood: |
Yes! RT @tracibrowne: The meeting industry saying meetings are important is like McDonalds saying we need to eat more fast food. #eventprofs |
4:32 pm |
planetplanitbiz: |
RT @eventsforgood: Maybe WE should consider becoming the ONE voice. Who's up for it? #eventprofs (Absolutely) |
4:33 pm |
justinlocke: |
RT @eventsforgood: Maybe WE should consider becoming the ONE voice. Who's up for it? #eventprofs i vote for lindsey. |
4:33 pm |
eventsforgood: |
Agreed! RT @lyksumlikrish: The meetings industry showing a willingness to review and justify itself will be taken seriously. #eventprofs |
4:33 pm |
ASegar: |
Hmmm, the official Tweeter for the events industry? RT @eventsforgood: Maybe WE should consider becoming the 1 voice. #eventprofs |
4:33 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
@eventsforgood I think we should be talking about this a lot more. And, yes, maybe we should start speaking out as a unit. #eventprofs |
4:33 pm |
andrewsmith127: |
Great point, but if McD's had data to back up their claim... RT @tracibrowne: The meeting industry saying meetings are import... #eventprofs |
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4:34 pm |
tracibrowne: |
Let's face it...I can find video that looks bad if I take my flip cam to any meeting out there...it's how we react that matters #eventprofs |
4:34 pm |
eventsforgood: |
Haha! RT @justinlocke: RT @eventsforgood: Maybe WE should consider becoming the ONE voice. Who's up for it? (i vote for lindsey) #eventprofs |
4:34 pm |
eventsforgood: |
@ASegar @justinlocke Oops, didn't really think that I was advocating this job for myself... ummm... #eventprofs |
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4:35 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
Hey all - we are at the halfway point, but if you all would like to continue on this topic, we cd do SM timesavers another time #eventprofs |
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4:35 pm |
tracibrowne: |
@andrewsmith127 I don't trust industry data...I trust attendee data...it's basic sales and marketing...testimonials have weight #eventprofs |
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4:36 pm |
Mizcity: |
@AttendInteract I suppose that could be a solution but is ASAE made up of event planners? i think you need someone close to home #eventprofs |
4:36 pm |
ASegar: |
1 strategy would be a campaign asking "think of all the people you know who attend events every year" + RL examples #eventprofs |
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4:37 pm |
eventsforgood: |
RT @lyksumlikrish: We are at the halfway point, but if you would like to continue on this topic, we cd do SM timesavers later #eventprofs |
4:37 pm |
AttendInteract: |
@Mizcity agree..it is for all association staff, but does include the planners #eventprofs |
4:37 pm |
tracibrowne: |
@andrewsmith127 but do agree that data...good relevant data is crucial #eventprofs |
4:38 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
Does anyone REALLY really need to talk about SM timesavers today? I will sign up and we can do it another time. #eventprofs |
4:38 pm |
andrewsmith127: |
@tracibrowne Testimonials have as much weight as the person providing the testimonial. Need credible people from outside the... #eventprofs |
4:38 pm |
ASegar: |
I'd like to hear about SM timesavers (but not S&M timesavers) #eventprofs |
4:39 pm |
Mizcity: |
@lyksumlikrish thats fine- lets keep rolling with this topic! #eventprofs |
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4:39 pm |
AttendInteract: |
that made me LOL! RT @ASegar: Id like to hear about SM timesavers (but not S&M timesavers) #eventprofs |
4:39 pm |
ericlukazewski: |
@lyksumlikrish I'd love to talk about it, but I can wait too! #eventprofs |
4:39 pm |
ASegar: |
That's fine w/me too RT @Mizcity: @lyksumlikrish thats fine- lets keep rolling with this topic! #eventprofs |
4:39 pm |
andrewsmith127: |
@tracibrowne ... industry that are willing to provide testimonials. Relevant data is available, just have to find it and comm. #eventprofs |
4:39 pm |
eventsforgood: |
Why not? That takes time too... RT @ASegar: Id like to hear about SM timesavers (but not S&M timesavers) #eventprofs |
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4:40 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
@ASegar @ericlukazewski I promise, I will sign up to moderate a chat SOLELY on SM (not s&m!) timesavers SOON! #eventprofs |
4:40 pm |
tracibrowne: |
Yes! RT @andrewsmith127: Testimonials have as much weight as th person providng th testimonial Need credible people from outside #eventprofs |
4:40 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
What is the one the most effective thing we can do to promote our industry to the general public? #eventprofs |
4:41 pm |
ASegar: |
@andrewsmith127 Yes, testimonials like "Conference X was vital in growing industry Y from nothing to ..." #eventprofs |
4:41 pm |
Mizcity: |
@lyksumlikrish now Im curious what S&M timesavers (as well as SM timesavers) would actually be... :P #eventprofs |
4:41 pm |
justinlocke: |
you mean, like quick release handcuffs? #eventprofs |
4:42 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
RT @ASegar: @andrewsmith127 Yes, testimonials like "Conference X was vital in growing industry Y from nothing to ..." #eventprofs |
4:42 pm |
tracibrowne: |
don't go straight into denial when you get caught...RT @lyksumlikrish: What is the one the most effective thing... #eventprofs |
4:42 pm |
andrewsmith127: |
@ASegar Precisely... with that testimonial and the data to back up that claim, that can be very powerful. #eventprofs |
4:42 pm |
eventsforgood: |
Yay! RT @lyksumlikrish: @ASegar @ericlukazewski I promise, I will sign up to moderate a chat SOLELY on SM (not s&m!) timesavers! #eventprofs |
4:42 pm |
ASegar: |
@eventsforgood Let's discuss timesaving issues more at #ec10 east :-) #eventprofs |
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4:42 pm |
BrentDance: |
RT @Bannersonaroll: Q1 Great point @tracibrowne. Your attendee's experience should be high on the priority list #eventprofs |
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4:42 pm |
eventsforgood: |
RT @lyksumlikrish: What is the one the most effective thing we can do to promote our industry to the general public? #eventprofs |
4:42 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
(sigh) RT @justinlocke: you mean, like quick release handcuffs? #eventprofs |
4:42 pm |
Mizcity: |
@justinlocke I suppose that would be a good example :) #eventprofs |
4:42 pm |
tracibrowne: |
Admit crazy things happen and then go straight into what the event's goals and objectives are and how you are meeting them #eventprofs |
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4:43 pm |
eventsforgood: |
Hahahah! RT @lyksumlikrish: (sigh) RT @justinlocke: you mean, like quick release handcuffs? #eventprofs |
4:43 pm |
Mizcity: |
@ASegar @eventsforgood when/where is #EC10East occuring? #eventprofs |
4:43 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
RT @tracibrowne: dont go straight into denial when you get caught...RT @lyksumlikrish: What is the one the most effective thing. #eventprofs |
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4:43 pm |
ASegar: |
A man who understands - lol RT @justinlocke: you mean, like quick release handcuffs? #eventprofs |
4:44 pm |
tracibrowne: |
don't know yet...wanna be on the planning committee? RT @Mizcity: @ASegar @eventsforgood when/where is #EC10East occuring? #eventprofs |
4:44 pm |
ASegar: |
@tracibrowne is point person on this RT @Mizcity: @ASegar @eventsforgood when/where is #EC10East occuring? #eventprofs |
4:44 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
RT @tracibrowne: Admit crazy things happen, go straight into what events goals and objectives are and how you are meeting them #eventprofs |
4:45 pm |
tracibrowne: |
Your event must has a spokesperson who knows how to deal with media and is prepared for anything #eventprofs |
4:45 pm |
Mizcity: |
@tracibrowne Im a cochair for @EventCamp Chicago so Ive got a bit on my plate at the moment but have some others interested:) #eventprofs |
4:45 pm |
justinlocke: |
I KNEW i joiined this group for a reason. #eventprofs |
4:45 pm |
eventsforgood: |
I want to be on it! RT @tracibrowne: dont know yet...wanna be on the planning committee? RT @Mizcity: when/where is #EC10East? #eventprofs |
4:45 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
Honestly, I would really love to see news releases that get into mainstream media, on how events help biz, economy. #eventprofs |
4:45 pm |
tracibrowne: |
Have a plan in place with your sponsors too...don't want them caught off-guard #eventprofs |
4:46 pm |
Mizcity: |
@justinlocke well, knowing how to party is our jobs :P #eventprofs |
4:46 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
RT @tracibrowne: Your event must has a spokesperson who knows how to deal with media and is prepared for anything #eventprofs |
4:46 pm |
tracibrowne: |
RT @Mizcity: @justinlocke well, knowing how to party is our jobs :P #eventprofs |
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4:46 pm |
Mizcity: |
@lyksumlikrish do you think that person be Event Director of a PR person specifically? #eventprofs |
4:46 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
How about a seminar Traci? RT @tracibrowne: Have a plan in place with your sponsors too...dont want them caught off-guard #eventprofs |
4:47 pm |
tracibrowne: |
I have video from EC10 that would shut down the meetings industry if it ever got out ;-) #eventprofs |
4:47 pm |
tracibrowne: |
It's very needed RT @lyksumlikrish: How about a seminar Traci? RT @tracibrowne: Have a plan in place with your sponsors too... #eventprofs |
4:47 pm |
eventsforgood: |
Time to share!! RT @tracibrowne: I have video from EC10 that would shut down the meetings industry if it ever got out ;-) #eventprofs |
4:47 pm |
ASegar: |
RL stories wld b most effective RT @lyksumlikrish: ...love 2 c news releases that get into media on how events hlp biz, economy. #eventprofs |
4:48 pm |
eventsforgood: |
I think we have officially gone off topic... sorry Jenise! #eventprofs |
4:48 pm |
Mizcity: |
Of @mikemcallen isn't it? RT @tracibrowne: I have video from EC10 that would shut down the mtgs industry if it ever got out ;-) #eventprofs |
4:48 pm |
andrewsmith127: |
Need some good, dedicated PR folks for that RT @lyksumlikrish: Hnstly, I wld luv to see news releases gt nto mnstrm media... #eventprofs |
4:48 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
@eventsforgood I'd be right there with you if I wasn't moderating! lol #eventprofs |
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4:48 pm |
tracibrowne: |
@andrewsmith127 do you think it's lack of people/training or lack of good solid evidence? #eventprofs |
4:49 pm |
justinlocke: |
RT @tracibrowne: have vid from EC10 that would shut down the industry if it ever got out ;-) #eventprofs either that or double yr business |
4:49 pm |
ASegar: |
@tracibrowne No! Not the blue buffalo hats! Anything but that! #eventprofs |
4:49 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
@andrewsmith127 must all agree 2 need first and then work on getting out a unified message. Dn't forget when things r better. #eventprofs |
4:50 pm |
justinlocke: |
help us, jenise #eventprofs |
4:50 pm |
eventsforgood: |
In all seriousness, is there a group that can be formed/approached to provide a more unified voice for the industry? #eventprofs |
4:50 pm |
Mizcity: |
@ASegar I still have my lovely blue furry hat :) cc @tracibrowne #eventprofs |
4:50 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
@justinlocke Justin, I'm putting you in the corner. You are DISRUPTING the class again!! #eventprofs |
4:50 pm |
andrewsmith127: |
@tracibrowne I think the evidence is there. Not sure if the "unified voice" is an issue, or a lack of effort. #eventprofs |
4:51 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
RT @eventsforgood: Is there a group that can be formed/approached to provide a more unified voice for the industry? #eventprofs |
4:51 pm |
tracibrowne: |
We have this...they are just not saying the right things RT @eventsforgood: is there a group that can be formed/approached... #eventprofs |
4:51 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
@andrewsmith127 I think we start to get organized when things go bad, & then forget when things get good again. #eventprofs |
4:51 pm |
eventsforgood: |
As always! RT @lyksumlikrish: @justinlocke Justin, Im putting you in the corner. You are DISRUPTING the class again!! #eventprofs |
4:52 pm |
ASegar: |
I think the inappropriate behavior of a few orgs reflects those orgs dysfunction/out-of-touchness, not the industry as a whole #eventprofs |
4:52 pm |
eventsforgood: |
We do? RT @tracibrowne: We have this...they are just not saying the right things #eventprofs |
4:52 pm |
justinlocke: |
@lyksumlikrish lol sorry i am punchy from 2 hrs sleep. #eventprofs |
4:52 pm |
SpoTweetDeals: |
Has anyone done a campaign like Meetings Mean Business? Or has something like that been brought up? #eventprofs |
4:52 pm |
kimgeralds: |
@lyksumlikrish re the news releases - isn't this the role that #MPI and the #CLC should be taking? #eventprofs |
4:52 pm |
andrewsmith127: |
Great point !!RT @lyksumlikrish: @andrewsmith127 I think we get organized when things go bad & then forget when things get good #eventprofs |
4:52 pm |
tracibrowne: |
I'm still not convinced it is not the responsibility of the organization holding the meeting...not an meeting industry thing #eventprofs |
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4:53 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
@ASegar Yes, but because it's the public's perception of the whole industry, the whole industry suffers. #eventprofs |
4:53 pm |
ASegar: |
@Mizcity But do you ever wear your lovely blue hat in public? #eventprofs |
4:53 pm |
tracibrowne: |
@eventsforgood yeah, IAEE and MPI are always issuing statements everytime a meeting goes bad or Obama slams a meeting/city #eventprofs |
4:54 pm |
andrewsmith127: |
How bout both? RT @tracibrowne: Im still not convinced it is not the responsibility of the organization holding the meeting... #eventprofs |
4:54 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
@kimgeralds I think it should be, but I think they don't focus on it as much as it's needed. #eventprofs |
4:54 pm |
Mizcity: |
@ASegar Im saving it for a special occasion...like my wedding :P #eventprofs |
4:54 pm |
ASegar: |
@lyksumlikrish Sorry, I am punchy and I _had_ enough sleep #eventprofs |
4:54 pm |
tracibrowne: |
@andrewsmith127 just about to say...or better yet both #eventprofs |
4:55 pm |
andrewsmith127: |
@tracibrowne Coming just from the org holding the meeting could appear to be a big self-serving. #eventprofs |
4:55 pm |
kimgeralds: |
@tracibrowne I hear what you are saying, but PR depts are reluctant to issue releases regarding meetings. Must be "newsworthy" ..#eventprofs |
4:55 pm |
Mizcity: |
@tracibrowne I absolutely think its both. You need it on a "organization (individual) and "national (collective)" level. #eventprofs |
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4:55 pm |
kimgeralds: |
exactly RT @andrewsmith127: @tracibrowne Coming just from the org holding the meeting could appear to be a big self-serving. #eventprofs |
4:56 pm |
EventGeek: |
RT @EliteMeetings: More Travel to Meetings, CFOs Say http://bit.ly/bCTUF8 #elitemtgs #eventprofs #MPI #PCMA |
4:56 pm |
tracibrowne: |
@andrewsmith127 you are right...and data and fact and focusing on the positive instead of defending the negative would help #eventprofs |
4:56 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
Ok all, we are 5 minutes away from the end of the chat. What do you think we #eventprofs can do about promoting our industry? #eventprofs |
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4:57 pm |
eventsforgood: |
But not as one voice... RT @tracibrowne: IAEE & MPI always issuing statemnts when meeting goes bad or Obama slams a meeting/city #eventprofs |
4:57 pm |
michaelnewhouse: |
Need to run, interesting discussion as always. Here me speak at @BrightTALK SMB Marketing Summit http://bit.ly/asqpPQ #eventprofs |
4:57 pm |
tracibrowne: |
@kimgeralds I meant when the shit hits the fan...then it's their responsibility to get involved. #eventprofs |
4:57 pm |
andrewsmith127: |
@tracibrowne Just hit the nail on the head... good PR there #eventprofs |
4:57 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
@kimgeralds Good news is printed. When studies come out, that's news. #eventprofs |
4:57 pm |
Mizcity: |
We need ppl campaigning for the industry, need to do more research and provide evidence based information. #eventprofs |
4:58 pm |
eventsforgood: |
Continue conversations like this. RT @lyksumlikrish: What do you think we #eventprofs can do about promoting our industry? #eventprofs |
4:58 pm |
tracibrowne: |
I'm going to personally stop dancing on the bars at meetings...that should help the industry somewhat...one less story to tell.. #eventprofs |
4:58 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
@michaelnewhouse Thanks so much for participating Michael. Have a great day! #eventprofs |
4:58 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
YES!! RT @Mizcity: We need ppl campaigning for the industry, need to do more research and provide evidence based information. #eventprofs |
4:58 pm |
justinlocke: |
one answer is to consistently lobby people in power about benefits when and where you can #eventprofs |
4:58 pm |
rogerrickard: |
there is a move by the major trade orgs to unite as 1 voice #eventprofs you will see must more of this in the very near future |
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4:59 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
@tracibrowne We all appreciate your contributions Traci :) #eventprofs |
4:59 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
RT @justinlocke: one answer is to consistently lobby people in power about benefits when and where you can #eventprofs |
4:59 pm |
andrewsmith127: |
@lyksumlikrish Need data/testimonial collection efforts, and then a "unified voice" to get the msg out. Possible assoc. created? #eventprofs |
5:00 pm |
tracibrowne: |
What's the over/under on number of twitter followers I lost on that last tweet? #eventprofs |
5:00 pm |
rogerrickard: |
I was late to the discussion. The topic should be addressed again very soon. #eventprofs #traveladvocate |
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5:00 pm |
Mizcity: |
*sigh* I guess I cld too Rt @tracibrowne I'm going to stop dancing on the bars at mtgs, that should help the industry somewhat. #eventprofs |
5:00 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
YAY RT @rogerrickard there is a move by the major trade orgs to unite as 1 voice you will see must more in the very near future #eventprofs |
5:00 pm |
kimgeralds: |
@tracibrowne @lyksumlikrish yup, right on both accounts ;-) #eventprofs |
5:00 pm |
eventsforgood: |
Not yet you're not! Not until I see it. RT @tracibrowne: Im going to personally stop dancing on the bars at meetings... #eventprofs |
5:01 pm |
ASegar: |
@rogerrickard Will be interesting to see how this move plays out #eventprofs |
5:01 pm |
tracibrowne: |
@Mizcity the sacrifices we make...does anyone appreciate??? #eventprofs |
5:01 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
Agreed! RT @rogerrickard I was late 2 the discussion. The topic should be addressed again very soon. #eventprofs #traveladvocate #eventprofs |
5:01 pm |
andrewsmith127: |
@lyksumlikrish Need data/testimonial collection efforts, and then a "unified voice" to get the msg out. Possible assoc created? #eventprofs |
5:02 pm |
ASegar: |
I'll do my bit for encouraging attendance by pledging to never _start_ dancing on the bars at meetings #eventprofs |
5:02 pm |
eventsforgood: |
I think I can speak for everyone to say that @lyksumlikrish was an unbelievable moderator. Dealing w/our shenanigans! #eventprofs |
5:02 pm |
eventsforgood: |
Boo. RT @ASegar: Ill do my bit for encouraging attendance by pledging to never _start_ dancing on the bars at meetings #eventprofs |
5:02 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
@andrewsmith127 Yes, I believe we need to work together, consistently, to do this. Need to disccuss this more. #eventprofs |
5:03 pm |
justinlocke: |
miss fyratt, lindsey and mizcity are talking about dancing on bars. #eventprofs |
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5:03 pm |
SpoTweetDeals: |
Just an idea to promote our industry. #eventprofs http://twitgoo.com/wji4o |
5:03 pm |
Mizcity: |
@tracibrowne what's @EventCamp going to do now? We're planning a Coyote Ugly show as evening entertainment!? #eventprofs |
5:03 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
@eventsforgood Thanks - wouldn't have it any other way -VERY entertaining chat! #eventprofs |
5:03 pm |
tracibrowne: |
Thanks @lyksumlikrish for letting us have a bit of fun with such a serious topic...great chat! #eventprofs |
5:03 pm |
tracibrowne: |
RT @arrancoole: If you want GREAT research on why events work check out http://bit.ly/bcOCqu This is the AEOs (UK tradeshow org) #eventprofs |
5:04 pm |
joyce_ma: |
I've been reading along when i can (pulled away by emails) - great chat! Thx @lyksumlikrish for moderating. Bye everyone! #eventprofs |
5:04 pm |
ASegar: |
Amen, amen. RT @eventsforgood: I think I can speak for everyone to say that @lyksumlikrish was an unbelievable moderator. #eventprofs |
5:04 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
Thanks everyone! This was a wonderful chat. I think we need to discuss this issue a lot more. Have a great rest of your week! #eventprofs |
5:05 pm |
rogerrickard: |
@ASegar you will see more on the value of face-2-face and on how we can all step forward to become industry advocates. #eventprofs |
5:05 pm |
Mizcity: |
@tracibrowne sometimes putting work first is NO fun at all! #bardancingban #saveevents #eventprofs |
5:05 pm |
justsasch: |
RT @eventsforgood: I think I can speak for everyone to say that @lyksumlikrish was an unbelievable moderator. Dealing w/our shenanigans! #eventprofs |
5:05 pm |
SpoTweetDeals: |
Thanks @lyksumlikrish my first chat and really enjoyed it. #eventprofs |
5:05 pm |
Mizcity: |
@lyksumlikrish Thanks for being such a wonderful moderator and thanks to everyone for the chat and lots of laughs! #eventprofs |
5:06 pm |
ASegar: |
@EmilieBarta Good to know! Maybe you should retweet to #eventprofs |
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5:06 pm |
tracibrowne: |
HA! just noticed your hashtags RT @Mizcity: sometimes putting work first is NO fun at all! #bardancingban #saveevents #eventprofs |
5:06 pm |
lyksumlikrish: |
@SpoTweetDeals Great idea. We need a lot more like it. #eventprofs |
5:09 pm |
ASegar: |
Gr8 Pls keep #eventprofs informed! RT @rogerrickard: U will C more on the value of f2f; how we cn all help become industry advocates |
5:10 pm |
aspevents: |
RT @arrancoole: If you want GREAT research on why events work check out http://bit.ly/bcOCqu This is the AEO's (UK tradeshow org)#eventprofs |
5:10 pm |
tracibrowne: |
I did not know this RT @arrancoole: I know Im early #followfriday - @eventprofs has a Twitter account with instructions #eventprofs |
5:11 pm |
k_dudley: |
RT @SpoTweetDeals: Just an idea to promote our industry. #eventprofs http://twitgoo.com/wji4o |
5:11 pm |
kimgeralds: |
Yes! RT @eventsforgood: speak for everyone to say that @lyksumlikrish was an unbelievable moderator. Dealing w/our shenanigans! #eventprofs |
5:11 pm |
arrancoole: |
@tracibrowne Neither did I ! I just googled it #eventprofs |
5:12 pm |
rogerrickard: |
RT @ASegar: Gr8 Pls keep #eventprofs informed! U will C more on the value of f2f; how we cn all help become industry advocates WILL DO |
5:12 pm |
tracibrowne: |
Thanks! RT @arrancoole: @tracibrowne Neither did I ! I just googled it #eventprofs |
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