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World Class Events: What to Include for the Elitist Feel
When planning a major conference or event, organizers want to make sure participants leave feeling thrilled they attended and excited to share their experience with
How to Facilitate Networking and Leave Your Guests with a Rewarding List of Contacts
Invite the Right Attendees Select guests who are willing to engage in networking opportunities. The best part about planning your own networking event is that
10 Innovative Ice Breakers for Event Planners to Consider
Great Ice breakers for Your Next Event Your next event, whether it’s in person or virtually, should always start with an ice breaker. Ice breakers
Audience Engagement: How to Get Them Out of Their Seats
Industry leaders and experts have an opportunity to impact and influence their audience with their work and words. However, they can’t assume just sharing what
The Hottest NEW Event Venue In NYC
The hottest new venue in NYC is a little place called Hudson Yards. What exactly is Hudson Yards? It’s a 28-acre new neighborhood near Chelsea.
Branding Your Venue: 10 Must-Have Elements to WOW Your Audience
Research shows that events can have a significant impact on your attendee’s opinion of your brand; 84% of event attendees have a positive opinion about a
Branding the Brand: How World-Class Content Creation Differentiates Your Event
Hosting a world-class event can’t happen without tying your brand to the event intimately. The first task is creating a successful event is to define
Giveaways: 10 Meaningful & Clever Audience Gifts that Leave a Lasting Impression
Branded Giveaways are the Gifts that Give Back Who says you can’t buy love? In fact, branded giveaways that customers value is one of the
How to Produce a Successful Event in Another Country
An event organizer is well-versed with juggling a wide range of roles simultaneously- from project manager to quality inspector. But add in the international dynamic-
Experience Event Planning Post COVID
The global events industry was valued at over $1.1 billion, expected to reach $2.3 billion by 2026. In the U.S. alone, live meeting events supported
15 Cool Event Ideas to Inspire Your Next Event Masterpiece
As live events make their triumphant return, the pressure is high to make the experience one that’s impossible to forget. And while an impressive agenda
15 Live Event Hosting Tips by The Event Experts at Van Wagner
Even for the seasoned professional, pulling off a live event takes a substantial amount of planning, along with the inevitable blood, sweat, and tears required
10 New Event Industry Careers that Materialized While Sheltering in Place
When the pandemic hit, event organizers had to tap into their creativity and resourcefulness on a level they could have never imagined, salvaging scheduled events,
Hosting Your Virtual Silent Auction: The Ultimate Guide
With the nonprofit sector facing more challenges now than ever, finding new and creative ways to raise funds and engage donors online can feel overwhelming
How To Acquire the Best Talent for Your Panelists and Keynote Speakers
The keynote speaker and panelists line-up is one of, if not the most important part of a successful event, impacting everything from registration and attendance
How To Produce the Biggest Televised Hybrid Event in History
There is no question, hybrid events are the future and an essential strategy for event organizers if they want to stay on top of a
The Best Meeting Apps To Create Engagement
Mobile apps have transformed the way organizations communicate with customers, as well as user expectations for convenient ways to manage every aspect of their lives
Van Wagner’s Director of Business Development, Patrick Colomer, Awarded with the 2021 MPI RISE Award for Marketplace Excellence
NEW YORK (July 8, 2021) – Van Wagner Productions, the industry leader in live sports event presentation and production for nearly 40 years recently announced the
The Ultimate Guide to Planning Your Virtual Trade Show for Success
One thing that has become clear over the past year- almost any event can go virtual, and often, with even better results. Virtual trade shows
Virtual Meeting Fatigue and How to Combat It
Remember the days when we all used to dream about how nice it would be to work from home? Now we are experiencing a collective
AV vs. Production: Know the Difference and Take Your Events to the Next Level
With more virtual and hybrid events happening than ever before, online audiences are raising the bar for what they expect out of their digital experience.
Stimulate Your Audience Engagement with Live Hosted Q & A
With the rise of virtual and hybrid events, audience engagement has become paramount for determining the overall impact and success of your event. But finding
The Ultimate Guide for Marketing Your Virtual Event
What is a Virtual Event? You have probably heard of or attended a virtual event by now. When the 2020 pandemic hit, events, travel, and
10 Strategies for Designing your Event’s Content
In today’s virtual world of meetings and events, you want to stand out in the crowd. You want to gain more event participants and with
How to Fundraise Virtually, Get More Attendees, and More Money
Virtual fundraisers aren’t just an alternative to live events, but they can be even more effective than in-person fundraisers, not to mention easier to organize
How to Hybrid: 2021 Guide to Post Pandemic Event Production
Virtual events defined 2020 after the pandemic hit and events and meetings were cancelled, indefinitely postponed, or held online. The pandemic has revolutionized the meetings
2021 Event Planning: Virtual & Hybrid Event Innovation
Virtual events saved the day for countless businesses trying to stay relevant and connected during an extended period of uncertainty and isolation. But beyond just
2021 NYU Virtual Commencement Produced By Van Wagner
The leading live event production company produces NYU graduation ceremony enabling family and friends to join remotely NEW YORK (June 18, 2021) – Van Wagner
How to Plan Your Virtual Expo with Sponsorships
While virtual events have taken on a life of their own, organizers are still experimenting with ways to generate the same kind of revenue they
Virtual Production Platform Review
In a world that still feels stalled, brands and business leaders must provide meaningful ways for partners, clients, prospects, and team members to connect. Even
Behind the Scenes: How the 2021 NFL Draft Was Produced
In 2020, the National Football League ushered in its rising stars like never before- literally, with its first-ever virtual NFL Draft. With Van Wagner Sports
Event Platforms: Technology Cannot Replace Production Talent
The pandemic caused a seismic shift in the world of live events. Advances in technology allowed the show to go on. Still, there have been
Expand Your Revenue Source: Live Stream and Engage Globally
The popularity and success of live stream events have far exceeded anything we thought possible even a year ago. And virtual events have become a
10 Tips for Professional Broadcasting from Home
Hop on any social channel, and you’ll quickly realize, live streaming has become mainstream, and for good reason. Live streaming is a fun, extremely valuable
Driving Industry Stimulation Through Virtual Engagement
Keeping your audience engaged is clearly important, no matter what type of event you host. But when it comes to virtual events, audience engagement can
Van Wagner Shines At Its 7th Kentucky Derby
The leading live event production company was back in the saddle to create an unforgettable fan experience at the crown jewel of horse racing. NEW
How To Produce The Perfect Hybrid Event: This Requires Professional Help
Few will deny, live events are the best way to bring the best and brightest together to connect, inspire, and teach each other in a
Human Connection: Why Hybrid Events Produce Mind-Blowing Results
While virtual events certainly have their benefits, live events offer an element of human connection crucial for fueling passion and innovation, regardless of the topic
Top Questions to Ask When Planning a Hybrid Event
With restrictions easing, brands and event planners are eager to return to the world of live events. But with many people still hesitant to travel
7 Mind-Blowing Virtual & Hybrid Events and Why They’re Successful
Hybrid events are the future when it comes to meetings and events. Surprisingly, they have been around for quite some time. They have just gained
Event Planning Guide: Hybrid Style
What Is a Hybrid Event? A hybrid event is a mix of both in-person attendees with a virtual component. It’s not exclusively one or the
10 Ways to Differentiate Your Hybrid Event & Keep Virtual Event Engagement
alt text: Women watching attending a virtual event In a time of continued social distancing, businesses rely more and more on hybrid events. This includes
What Is a Hybrid Event, and How Do They Work?
If “Zoom” was the word of 2020, then “Hybrid” is the new word of 2021. Hybrid events have been around for years. After the pandemic
What is the difference between a hybrid event and virtual event?
Virtual Events Virtual Events are precisely that, an online event with virtual attendees. They are utilizing top technology and innovation to get a clear message
Van Wagner Launches New Website to Showcase Hybrid and Virtual Event Production
https://virtual-events.vanwagner.com/New York, NY — (ReleaseWire) — 04/12/2021 –Van Wagner, one of the world’s leading sports and entertainment firms and producer of the sport presentation for