Effective Panel Discussion Dos and Don’ts at Universities

Effective Panel Discussion Dos and Don'ts at Universities

Panel discussions are among the most exciting things one can look up to at a university event. Whether you are one of the panelists, the moderator or even part of the audience, there is something that speaks to everyone in a panel discussion. What makes these kinds of discussions much more interesting and alluring than ordinary ones has a lot to do with the speakers you have on your panel. Continue reading

How to Monetize an Academic Event- Ideas to Maximize Revenue

How to Monetize an Academic Event- Ideas to Maximize Revenue

It’s no secret that hosting a successful event today requires so much more than simply selling tickets and waiting for sponsors to write cheques. The increasing competition in the academic event space has left organizers unable to solely depend on ticket sales to grow their revenue. Event organizers who truly wish to grow their revenue need to think outside the box. Continue reading

Abstract Review Software- 10 Risks of Using Outdated Systems

Abstract Review Software- 10 Risks of Using Outdated Systems

Conference organizers managing a high volume of abstract submissions need to start giving credit where credit is due. You see that abstract management software sitting at the center of your abstract review process? Well, that abstract management system matters much more than you come to believe it is capable of. Abstract review softwares are incredibly simple at work.

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11 Event Registration Trends and Predictions for 2026

11 Event Registration Trends and Predictions for 2026

Get rid of static sign-up forms! As long as you’re using the old way to manually enter attendee information into generic landing pages, you’re missing out on the single biggest way to connect with your audience. In 2026, registration has evolved into the high-octane engine driving the overall attendee experience.

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Why Conference Attendees Are Ignoring Your Mobile Event App

Why Conference Attendees Are Ignoring Your Mobile Event App

If you are an event organiser who has invested real time and money into a mobile event app, here is something important that you ought to make note of. Read along carefully, because almost nobody is talking about the specific and entirely fixable reasons why your attendees are not opening your mobile event app. Continue reading

Hybrid Event Software- Questions to Consider Before Investing

Hybrid Event Software-Questions to Consider Before Investing

Today, event organizers are expected to provide more than just a well-run agenda. They are expected to create a hybrid experience that will work seamlessly for both someone attending in the front row and someone participating from another country. 

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Hosting Non-Profit Conferences- Challenges and Solutions

Hosting Non-Profit Conferences- Challenges and Solutions

Planning non-profit conferences sounds inspiring; however, it takes more than just inspiration to plan them. There are tight budgets, endless emails, volunteer coordination, registration issues, and the pressure to prove impact afterward. Nonprofit teams do not usually have the luxury of large event departments. In most of the cases, a small group of members handles everything alongside their regular responsibilities.

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Challenges of Hosting Virtual Events in Universities

Virtual Events

Universities and other educational institutions host various virtual events. Each of these events consists of its own challenges, and tackling them wisely is vital for the event organizers. The outbreak of the global COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 has opened the doorway to several forms of virtual events.

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Abstract Rejection- How to Manage Communications Efficiently

Abstract Rejection- How to Manage Communications Efficiently

Rejection is one of the most uncomfortable parts of life. Nobody enjoys the feeling of knowing they were not good enough for something. Particularly for abstract submitters and research scholars who have previously had their work rejected, this is a pain that hits close to home.

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Event Planning-What Successful Organizers Do Differently

Event Planning-What Successful Organizers Do Differently

In the high-stakes world of professional gatherings, the difference between a forgettable conference and a transformative experience lies not in the budget, but in the blueprint. Most planners still believe that their job is to get through the checklist as quickly as possible, handle every last-minute problem that comes up, and make sure nothing goes wrong at the event. 

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6 Women in Tech Conferences in 2026 to Watch Out For

6 Women in Tech Conferences in 2026 to Watch Out For

The number of women attending tech conferences remains significantly low, and it’s easy to see why. The reason is largely due to the demographics of tech’s own leadership and technical positions, as many of these positions continue to be dominated by men. As such, since most conferences draw speakers from the same talent pipeline, the disparity is evident in the panels, keynotes, and networking opportunities at these events.

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10 Best Platforms for Hosting Medical Research Conferences

10 Best Platforms for Hosting Medical Research Conferences

Medical research conferences are significant. They are more than just events; they are venues where results are discussed, partnerships formed, and the future of healthcare defined. When you organize a medical conference, the conference platform you use affects abstract submission, participation in sessions, and networking. Continue reading