Technology

Event technology can save event planners a lot of time and effort, improve the overall event experience for attendees, satisfy sponsors needs and prove the effectiveness of an event. Eventtech is constantly evolving and innovating to help you to create event magic.

Technology

How to Make Meetings Simpler for Exhibitors

Completing registrations, collecting sponsorship materials, and communicating updates to exhibitors adds time and resources to planners with already-filled plates. Stova’s new platform aims to improve the experience for exhibitors and planners.

Stova + Skift Meetings | 1 week ago

Technology

One Planner’s Generative AI Journey

Self-taught from TikTok and YouTube videos, Invesco’s Elyse Dawson challenges herself every day to come up with routine tasks that could be simplified using AI.

Barbara Scofidio | 2 weeks ago

Industry News

Unofficial IMEX Networking App Sparks Confusion

Event tech platform Sarcon may have had good intentions when it created an unofficial networking app for industry’s biggest show, but it ended up confusing attendees and frustrating show organizers.

Miguel Neves | 2 months ago

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Event Design

Encore CEO on Tackling AV Budget Challenges and Service Gaps

Event planners want better pricing, and service gaps are a challenge. Encore CEO Ben Erwin talked candidly at the Skift Meetings Forum about how the AV giant is addressing these issues.

Miguel Neves | 2 months ago

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Technology

AI, Acquisitions, and Adaptation: Cvent’s Strategy for Event Tech Leadership

Cvent’s blueprint goes beyond buzzwords. AI is improving efficiencies, and acquisitions are filling gaps as the company tries to stay ahead of shifting industry demands.

Miguel Neves | 2 months ago

Technology

Intentional Serendipity: Event Tech and the Future of In-Person Networking

Event technology shouldn’t replace in-person connections but enhance networking opportunities that strengthen business relationships.

Stova + Skift Meetings | 2 months ago

Technology

How to Level Up Your Sales Kickoffs

Sales kickoffs (SKOs) start the engine for a productive year. Securing the right technology partner can ensure they reach their maximum potential and drive growth.

Stova + Skift Meetings | 3 months ago

Diversity and Inclusion

New Report: Why AI Is the Future of Translation at Multilingual Meetings

AI-powered translation tools are impressing planners with their efficiency and cost-effectiveness compared to employing human translators.

Wordly + Skift Meetings | 4 months ago

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Podcast

Has AI Jumped the Shark?

Shawn Cheng, a seasoned events professional, is throwing some cold water on the AI hype. While the rush to embrace ChatGPT and other AI tools continues, Cheng is taking a more measured approach.

Miguel Neves | 4 months ago

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Industry News

Hubilo’s Founder Hands Off CEO Title

Vaibhav Jain’s run at the helm of the company he co-founded in 2014 has ended. Former engineer and product manager Shailesh Hegde takes over.

Miguel Neves | 5 months ago