Marketing Insider Group

OCTOBER 27, 2020

Hosting attendees at your virtual event takes hard work, and crafting a memorable event experience takes top-notch planning and logistics. But when it comes to ensuring maximum ROI for your event , what you do after is what matters most. We will consider the following action points: Plan for Post-Event Resources.

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SmartBug Media

AUGUST 27, 2020

If you’ve read part one of this two-part blog series, you’ve learned that the ability to connect with leads, acquire customers, and build your brand does not go away when trade shows and events go virtual—or are canceled altogether. Here’s a quick breakdown: Affiliate Marketing. Strategy 3: Referral Marketing.

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SmartBug Media

AUGUST 10, 2020

Trade shows and events are important—and often powerful—customer acquisition channels for SaaS organizations. Trade shows give exhibitors (you) and attendees the opportunity to sync face-to-face, which can help build the trust and deeper connection needed to support longer, sometimes more complex sales cycles.

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Zoominfo

JUNE 4, 2019

When it comes to B2B marketing tactics, no strategy has stood the test of time quite like the trade show. A recent survey done by the Content Marketing Institute shows 75% of respondents believe in-person events are an effective marketing tactic. Unfortunately, trade shows are expensive and time-consuming.

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Zoominfo

APRIL 30, 2021

“In March 2020, live events were canceled overnight. Like everyone else, we had to pivot, and fast.” — Danny Daly, manager, marketing events at ZoomInfo Since the start of Covid-19, in-person events, conferences, and tradeshows have come to a halt. With fewer overall events, are the number and the quality of your leads impacted?

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Webbiquity

MARCH 2, 2021

Event marketing and content marketing are typically the two biggest line items in B2B marketing budgets. Most B2B enterprises allocate 30% or more of their total marketing budgets to events; more than a quarter (26%) spend 50% or more in that area. How to Maximize Event Marketing Content ROI. Here’s how. The Outline.

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Lead Liaison

JANUARY 10, 2023

Determining ROI on events: Why are you operating blind? One of the biggest challenges event managers seem to have is determining the return on investment for the events they participate in. But, that doesn’t mean event managers and their teams don’t benefit from knowing what a customer or client is actually worth to the company.

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DiscoverOrg

AUGUST 17, 2016

One of the most popular avenues to generate leads is trade shows. During the trade show are opportunities to meet with colleagues for networking opportunities. There is a downside: trade shows are expensive. Before a show, organizers will name drop companies who are going.

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Pam Didner

OCTOBER 15, 2022

We’ve all been to big tech events and trade shows and witnessed the good, the bad, and the ugly. Let’s start with the basics of tech event management. Bringing events to life is stressful and tedious work. However, I know many event managers thrive on managing complex events. Event goals.

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Vision Edge Marketing

DECEMBER 13, 2022

In business, the purpose of a budget is to ensure our organizations have enough resources to meet its objectives. In business, we budget and allocate resources for what is important to the success of the organization. Marketing, for example, might have Advertising, Events, PR, Content, etc. We all have one. Let’s explore why.

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Lead Liaison

AUGUST 21, 2018

Does your company do marketing events, like trade shows or conferences? Whether you’re just dipping your toe into marketing events, or you’re a seasoned pro, it doesn’t hurt to learn more about how to perfect your event strategy. Marketing events, and the like (conferences, trade shows, etc.)

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Webbiquity

SEPTEMBER 29, 2020

Activity in the virtual events space has exploded this year, as businesses across industries have reallocated 67% of budget dollars originally intended for live events this year to online conferences, meetings, and expos. Not surprisingly, virtual event technology vendors have responded. The Product.

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Navigate the Channel

AUGUST 11, 2022

It might seem like events are no longer necessary in this era of digital marketing, but live events are still a powerful tool for building relationships, rewarding past customers, and showcasing your team and your products. But, your event is only as good as your turnout. Why do events matter? Build an event landing page.

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Oktopost

AUGUST 24, 2021

B2B event marketing has been proven to be as good as gold for this goal. . of its marketing budget for events. 77% of business decision-makers found at least 1 new supplier in the last trade shows they attended. 92% of trade shows attendees are on the lookout for new products. What is B2B Event Marketing?

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Biznology

JULY 7, 2020

It’s not easy to replace a marketing channel that represents on average 20% of our marketing mix—with many marketers devoting as much as 60% of their budgets to events. The last pre-pandemic study I saw pegged event marketing usage among B2B marketers at 91%. Create your own proprietary virtual events.

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SpotMe Blog

JULY 25, 2021

With the world heading back to some sense of normalcy, many companies are anxious to include in-person components to their virtual events again, and vice versa, to create a hybrid event experience. Read on to learn more about hybrid events, examples to get you inspired, and tips to help you transition from virtual to hybrid. .

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markempa

DECEMBER 29, 2011

Tweet In the 2012 B2B Marketing Benchmark Report , 1,745 marketing organizations revealed that trade shows took up the biggest chunk of their marketing budget – over 21%. Yet, they only ranked fourth in marketing effectiveness, under websites, SEOs, and emails. They need to do the same with trade shows.

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Zoominfo

JANUARY 29, 2018

For today’s blog post, we put together a comprehensive list of the best articles about corporate events and event marketing. We tried to tackle every aspect of event marketing. From event planning to trade show design, there’s a little something for everyone. Double Duty: Why Hybrid Events Hook Millennials.

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Webbiquity

OCTOBER 16, 2018

Social media is the top digital marketing channel for vendors, but organic social media reach continues to decline , LinkedIn’s strategy for groups remains muddled , and many business buyers aren’t even on Twitter. Partners are defined, in this context, as any non-competing organization that appeals to the same target market you do.

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Martech

JULY 28, 2021

Virtual event, courtesy of Panasonic. And during the COVID-19, that includes virtual events. When the pandemic started, we were only weeks away from one of the most important trade shows in our space, the NAB Show,” Rowley said. When the pandemic hit, that show was impacted.

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Valasys

APRIL 22, 2024

Businesses are constantly seeking innovative ways to harvest leads efficiently and effectively. Lead Generation Techniques Lead generation is the foundation of any effective marketing strategy. SEO optimization: Websites are optimized to rank higher in search engine results, increasing organic visibility.

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Trade Press Services

MAY 13, 2024

The dynamic and versatile medium helps B2B companies connect with decision-makers effectively. An effective demonstration video highlights key features, benefits, and real-world applications. Include clips of featured speakers or snippets of past events to increase excitement.

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SpotMe Blog

JULY 28, 2023

Selecting the right in-person event platform to manage your onsite events is critical to their success. Especially because 95% of marketers believe that in-person events help achieve business goals (American-based event technology company). What Is An In-Person Event Platform? American event technology company).

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Lead Liaison

JUNE 21, 2023

Modern Day Lead Capture for High Performing Exhibitors and ROI Calculator Events are a great opportunity for businesses to connect with potential customers. However, traditional methods of collecting leads at events can be time-consuming, inefficient, and prone to errors.

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Rev

MAY 31, 2023

As a marketer, you likely depend on a variety of channels to generate leads, from online ads to trade shows and everything in between. Keeps your team aligned: When any team within your organization is out of the loop, a lead can fall through the cracks—at any point in the conversion process. The opposite is also true.)

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KoMarketing Associates

OCTOBER 5, 2017

Translating live events into the digital realm so it can reach more people is something companies can do to make more out of the cost they are spending at live events. With hundreds of trade shows, conferences, and meet-ups happening every year, events tend to “die” once they are over. Online Offer.

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Brandpoint

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

Virtual events are no longer just another lead gen tactic added to an arsenal of marketing assets — they’re now the only option most people have. I have appreciated the opportunity to stay connected online for events ranging from Minnesota PRSA Career Coffees to the virtual PRSA Classics. Here’s what I learned.

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B2B Marketing Directions

JUNE 20, 2020

In-person events such as trade shows and industry conferences have been a mainstay of B2B marketing for many years. Various industry analysts have estimated that B2B companies typically spend from 12% to 24% of their total marketing budget hosting and/or participating in events. Bizzabo estimated that 3.2

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Vidyard

MARCH 13, 2019

The use of video is a now a major component of the buyer’s journey and one of the most important marketing tools in an organizations arsenal; 52% of marketing professionals worldwide name it as the medium with the best return on investment (ROI).

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B2B Marketing Directions

MARCH 13, 2022

(This month's Research Round-Up features the latest ABM benchmark study by ITSMA and the ABM Leadership Alliance, Winterberry Group's latest forecast of marketing and advertising spending, and a survey examining the future of marketing events by the CMO Council and Cvent.)

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Lead Liaison

JANUARY 19, 2024

This certification is particularly crucial in a digital era where data breaches are not just a threat but a reality for many organizations. This process was crucial in ensuring that the company’s security measures are not only effective but also consistent with the high standards expected in today’s digital landscape.

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Jifflenow

DECEMBER 19, 2019

Enterprises spend millions of dollars on events and the buzz word on everyone’s mind – right from the CMO to VP of Events to Sales and Marketing teams is event Return on Investment (ROI). As elusive as a sighting a unicorn, event ROI can strike fear in the most fearless of event managers as well.

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SpotMe Blog

DECEMBER 7, 2022

Live vs virtual events… How can you possibly decide between the two? . Over the past few years, you may have heard that virtual events are the future. Of course, they offer many advantages over traditional, in-person events. . But that doesn’t mean that live events are outdated. Live vs virtual events?

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Launch Marketing

JUNE 7, 2023

This isn’t to say, however, that organizations should be at a standstill and new offerings shouldn’t be unveiled, but many companies that have planned to release new products or services might be questioning their next move. Can the product launch be effective with digital marketing efforts?

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Vidyard

JANUARY 13, 2021

Whether you’re new to sales, or a seasoned sales professional, one thing that we all look forward to is sales conferences, trade shows, and events. These types of events were often at large halls filled with other sales professionals looking to make their mark, network, and grow their business by making in-person connections.

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Vision Edge Marketing

MARCH 30, 2021

Year after year over a period of 16 years we consistently found that only about 1 in 5 CMOs play a strategic role, serve as a value creator for their organization, and can link marketing activities to business results. In our early years (the 80s), Marketing in B2B organizations primarily served as sales support.

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sagefrog

DECEMBER 13, 2023

As we roll into 2024, it’s crucial to identify which marketing tactics are most effective for the facilities services industry. Using LinkedIn to Reach Target Audiences Once you have a clear picture of your target audience, you will likely find that LinkedIn is an effective way to generate leads. billion in 2023 to $2,031.4

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