Christine Clapp
How to address challenges of attending and communicating at in-person conferences
The author reflects on how to maximize your time at live events in the age of COVID.
Events
Jamie Kightley
Why virtual events will continue to rise
After many have had to pivot from in-person conventions, tradeshows and media events to digital alternatives, some are seeing opportunities beyond our current moment.
Tiffany Guarnaccia
After COVID-19, events are set to emerge stronger than ever
The events industry is undergoing a rebirth following intense disruption and innovation. Here’s how comms pros should seize the opportunities that lie ahead.
Sukhi Sahni, Jeffrey Cooke and Jackie Foreman
4 tips for success as comms pros reimagine the conference experience
By leaning into the strengths of virtual conferences, Capital One’s corporate communications and tech events teams successfully united thousands of tech associates in a new format.
Loren Maisels
How to prepare for the future of hybrid events
As in-person gatherings become possible once more, how can comms pros incorporate the lessons of the past 16 months?
Harvey Chipkin
Why virtual meetings and conferences will continue to thrive
Even as the pandemic abates, companies should still plan to invest in videoconferencing tech and tools. Here’s why.
Roula Amire
Reader contest: Which Disney character most resembles your work life?
Are you more of a Tarzan or Snow White? Enter for a chance to win a free night at Walt Disney World in September. Hurry, contest ends July 12.
Ragan Insider Caroline Yodice
9 considerations to craft and convene better virtual panels
Follow these steps to produce seamless, enriching events online.
Ted Kitterman
Post-pandemic, communicators must integrate the online and offline experiences
In a report from G&S Business Communications, the digital transformation of the past year shows up in all kinds of ways, from trade shows to customer service.
Ted Kitterman
Motorola’s comms leader shares virtual events tips
Can you still generate excitement and motivate stakeholders with virtual gatherings? Here’s one leader’s practical guidance.
Robby Brumberg
Big communication trends that will dominate in 2021
2021 will be the year authenticity—and action.
Robby Brumberg
What are comms leaders investing in for 2021?
Be sure to direct some budget and resources toward concrete DE&I action, employee wellness and virtual events.
Robby Brumberg
Here’s how to message this year’s holiday party—or whether to bother having one at all
HR and comms pros weigh in on ways to maximize the annual festivities amid a terrible year and a surging pandemic.
Dorothy Crenshaw
9 comms predictions for 2021
Be prepared for a year of digital domination, concrete DE&I action, and livestreamed events.
Beki Winchel
4 ways Facebook increased employee engagement with virtual events
Glean the lessons learned after Facebook communicators transformed two annual in-person summits into outstanding digital offerings that drove connection and trust.
