November 03, 2016 // 3 min read
In an earlier post, we looked at the social media platforms currently being used by our next generation of attendees. Knowing about these platforms is valuable to the event...
October 31, 2016 // 4 min read
Your event has begun and your attendees can’t seem to share enough about it on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Google+ and even Vine. They are posting pictures, conference tweeting, conversing and even arranging their own meet-ups with the help of your event hashtag. Brand advocates are also there, taking the lead in the social media sharing
October 25, 2016 // 3 min read
We are incredibly excited about the launch of our new blog. We’ve spent months of research and work determinedly to create valuable content in a place that’s attractive and easy to navigate. This new Cvent blog will serve as a resource to the entire meetings and events ecosystem, where both event and hospitality professionals will
October 21, 2016 // 2 min read
We are excited to announce the the newly redesigned Cvent Blog that offers research-driven content within a streamlined design. How is this different that our current Cvent blogs? We took our event, hospitality, and survey blogs and combined them into a single centralized location for a better user experience. In order to provide you the
October 18, 2016 // 2 min read
As your property prepares to wrap up its 2016 business, make sure you’re ready to take on 2017. Are you prepared to improve your lead generation, attract planners that are more likely to convert, and claim your fair share of the market? In our FREE upcoming webinar series, 3 Things That Keep Hoteliers Up at
October 11, 2016 // 4 min read
You want your attendees actively posting to social media and using the mobile event app. These two besties can do wonders for your event marketing efforts and your onsite attendee engagement! However, finding new and creative ways to incorporate social media into your events can be challenging. As Cvent’s social media manager, I’m constantly researching
October 04, 2016 // 3 min read
Set to be the first hotel group with over one million rooms, Marriott International is on track to merge with Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide. The acquisition of the company on September 23 for $13.3 billion will complete before end of the year. The merger will join more than 5,700 properties and 30 brands across
September 28, 2016 // 3 min read
In 2016, venues are embracing their creativity. Hotels around the world are taking advantage of new trends emerging in the industry. Customizing the event and hotel experience is at the top of planners’ lists when optimizing their strategies, and hotel professionals have taken note. See the list below for ideas on how to up your
September 20, 2016 // 2 min read
Cvent Advocates is a fun and bustling VIP community of enthusiastic meeting and event planners. In addition to building relationships with like-minded individuals, advocates also have access to top industry content and resources in the Cvent Advocates Hub. We love hearing about our advocates’ experiences, that is why we created the mini-blog series, How I Saved the Day.
September 16, 2016 // 2 min read
Sustainability and environmental responsibility are not new ideas but have recently gained momentum in the meeting and events industry. With a growing amount of companies looking to holistically incorporate their organizational values into their business model, meeting and event planners are turning to Green Meetings to help reinforce the importance of environmental consciousness. The Sands ECO360°
