Victoria Copans
Victoria Copans is a Vermont-based writer, editor, and translator who's been planning events since grade school. She worked at an events agency before transitioning to writing about the industry.
Uncertain European Travel Spells Trouble for Popular, Hosted-Buyer Trade Shows
With cases on the rise around the world, the ramifications of a second wave are threatening European hosted buyer events. The future of physical gatherings in the near future is uncertain, and with their reliance on in-person interactions, these trade shows are struggling to recover.
Will Germany Deeming Trade Shows Essential Travel Fuel Recovery or Backlash?
Germany has deemed travel for trade shows and exhibitions "essential" as of September 15th. This is a significant development for the global events industry that may help kick-start international travel for events around the world — if it lasts.
Conference Compass Virtual Event Platform [Review]
Conference Compass is an all-in-one platform that includes mobile and web apps and offers features for virtual, hybrid, and live events. Here is our review.
5 Factors to Consider Before Cancelling Your Event
The coronavirus pandemic has affected virtually every event scheduled after Q1 of 2020, and has forced many to cancel. But with alternative formats and rising competition, is cancelling outright ever the best decision? Here's our take.
MeetingPlay Virtual Engagement Platform [Review]
MeetingPlay Virtual Engagement Platform is designed to facilitate audience engagement and interaction at virtual events. Here is our review.
4 Ways to Leverage Virtual Event Design to Increase Engagement
High production value — including quality event design — is incredibly important when it comes to matching live engagement online, which almost half of eventprofs struggle with when sourcing virtual tech. Here are 4 design ideas from recent online events to enhance the virtual experience.