Victoria Copans

Event Management

Why Trade Shows Haven’t Had a Smooth Transition to Virtual

In the last few weeks, we've seen virtual events become more widespread as an alternative to live events, but trade shows and exhibitions haven't made a particularly smooth transition. Here's a look at why. 

Victoria Copans | 5 years ago

Event Management

Competing Event Industry Players Ditch Rivalries to Fight Covid-19

In the weeks since the coronavirus outbreak ravaged the events industry, event professionals around the globe are uniting to join the fight against Covid-19. Competitors become collaborators as lending a helping hand might be the lifeline they need to weather the storm.

Victoria Copans | 5 years ago

Event Management

How Venues Are Preparing With Social Distancing Measures

One avenue some venues are taking to return to normalcy is to implement social distancing-friendly infrastructure and policies to try to create safety around in-person events. Here's what that may look like and when we might expect the first attempts.

Victoria Copans | 5 years ago

Event Management

10 Standout Virtual Event Ideas From Around the Industry

While some planners are scrambling to figure out the saving grace that is virtual events, others are leading the way with novel virtual event ideas. Here are some original experiences and insights from recent online events to help inspire your own.

Victoria Copans | 5 years ago

Event Management

How These 4 Event Brands Tackled Covid-19 Crisis Communications

The coronavirus outbreak has forced eventprofs to make and announce difficult and often heartbreaking decisions regarding the status of their events. Some have done better than others, and here are four lessons from their effective crisis communications.

Victoria Copans | 5 years ago

Event Management

18 Virtual Event Sponsorship Ideas

Mastering the art of virtual events is more important than ever, with COVID-19 throwing a wrench in live events and travel plans around the world. Sponsorships are a crucial part of monetizing virtual events — here's how to do it.

Victoria Copans | 5 years ago

Event Management

How to Maintain your Business Events’ Cash Flow

As the coronavirus pandemic persists, many planners find themselves struggling as events are postponed into the fall. But they're also rapidly adapting to the current situation. Here's a look at some ways to maintain cash flow until live events resume.

Victoria Copans | 5 years ago

Event Management

What the Olympics Postponement Means for the Events Industry

In a big move yesterday, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) officially postponed this year's Olympic Games. Here's what happened and what it means for an events industry still struggling to manage the fallout from the coronavirus outbreak.

Victoria Copans | 5 years ago

Event Management

Event Venues Turned Hospitals: How the Industry Is Helping

Amid widespread coronavirus-related event cancellations, empty venues and hotels are stepping up to support health care efforts. Here's how the industry is pitching in.

Victoria Copans | 5 years ago

Event Management

Cancellation Insurance Fallout: The Cost of Doing the Right Thing With Your Event

In the age of COVID-19, you're penalized if you cancel preemptively, and you're penalized if you don't act as early as you can to mitigate damages — not to mention the lawsuit potential for putting people at risk. What recourse have you got? Here is a look at your options.

Victoria Copans | 5 years ago