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Dec 06, 2024 • Live

How to keep your event growing in the off-season

In the same way that growing your event feels inevitable when you’re deep in promo mode and ticket sales are rolling in, the opposite is true when there’s nothing specific to promote. The off-season can feel like a barren time for promoters, lacking the natural marketing boost that an upcoming event provides. But it doesn’t have to be that way. Below, we’ll share insights and strategies to help you maintain momentum even when there are no events on sale. If you’re ready to implement a more sustainable event strategy - one that goes beyond the sugar rush of ticket sales and social media growth - this one is for you.

Oct 12, 2023 • Live

5 Ways to Supercharge Your Sponsor Revenue with an Event App

Many festivals and events struggle with limited budgets and view an event app as an unnecessary luxury. Nothing could be further from the truth; an event app doesn't have to be a cost but rather an additional revenue stream. It adds tremendous value as a digital assistant for your attendees, and on the other hand, you have an extra tool to provide sponsors and partners with much more exposure and 'stage time.' If you convince your sponsors of this, they will be more than happy to pay for it, and you won't have to worry about your budget anymore. 75% of organizers who use a strong app manage to make more money with the app than it costs them. In fact, some festivals do so well that app revenue can cover a significant portion of their entire technology budget.

Aug 27, 2023 • Live

Your event as a showstopper: 7 futureproof trends to jump on

In the overcrowded event industry, it's getting tougher to keep your ticket sales going strong. The competition is huge, and everyone's targeting the same audiences. Chances are that a festival with empty lineups and expensive tickets won't survive five years from now. Invest in your brand, innovate, and stand out – that's the only way to build a solid foundation for the future. We've got 7 trends for you to hop onto and make sure you're ready for what's to come.

Jul 26, 2023 • Live

11 Ways to Boost Ticket Sales and Make Your Event a Sell-Out

It's no secret that selling tickets in today's current climate can be quite the rollercoaster ride, especially with inflation confronting event-goers with increased prices all over, making them more selective where they spend their disposable income. They also tend to make last-minute decisions making it harder to forecast event attendance well in advance. Not to mention fierce competition in the market. So, if you’re looking for fresh approaches to secure more sales, look no further. From utilizing new marketing channels to exploring creative and data-driven approaches and leveraging loyal fans and influencers, here are 11 creative ways to boost ticket sales.

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Jun 06, 2023 • Live

Unleashing the Power of Instagram: Your Ticket to Winning Fans and Boosting Ticket Sales

In today's lightning-fast world, the quest to capture fans' attention and inspire lasting loyalty remains a key challenge for ambitious event organizers. Developing tactics to boost ticket sales and cut through the noise in this increasingly crowded industry can feel like an uphill battle. But what if we told you there's a game-changing secret to success? Prepare to breathe new life into your social media channels as you embark on a journey to connect with your fans like never before. Read on to discover how Instagram Marketing Messages can revolutionize your event strategy and help you get a competitive edge.

May 27, 2023 • Live

10 Reasons Why Event Organizers Should Centralize Data

Many event organizers have gold in their hands, namely data. And they get it completely free from their ticket sales and other interactions with their visitors. The only problem with data is that unless you have an efficient way of handling it, you won't be able to take advantage of the insight it provides. The first step to using it is to recognize the benefits it will bring - so keep reading and find out how data can elevate your event.

May 24, 2023 • Live

4 Benefits of Conversion Tracking for the Event Industry

Once upon a time, if you wanted to advertise an event, you’d probably hit the streets with an eye-catching flyer. Today, digital marketing campaigns are the preferred solution. They let you reach your target audience more efficiently. To make sure you’re getting the most out of these marketing campaigns, conversion tracking is a must. Unfortunately, most promoters stay away from this, because word on the street is that it’s quite complicated. That's a real shame because it offers a lot of benefits. Below, we tell you all about those, how to get started, and how CM.com can help.

May 16, 2023 • Live

7 Reasons Why the Future of Events Is Cashless

Everyone who has ever been to a festival is probably familiar with tokens, it’s part of festival heritage. Traditionally, event organizers used plastic token systems to help reduce the burden of moving cash around and create standardized pricing models. But welcome to 2022. Almost all event visitors are Gen Z and Millennials, who are used to paying with their cards everywhere they go. So why not at events? Here are 7 ways in which you can benefit from making your events completely cashless.

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May 10, 2023 • Live

11 Ways to Make Your Event Stand Out With Mobile Marketing

Festivals are bigger than ever; the market is thriving, and people love listening to live music in a space where they feel free to let go and enjoy the atmosphere with like-minded people. While this is undoubtedly a good thing for organizers, with this popularity comes much competition. Organizers, therefore, need to think of creative ways to stand out. One way is by boosting their mobile marketing offering. CM.com offers the solution; discover here 11 examples of how you can apply this to your event.

Jan 01, 2023 • Live

Harmony of Hardcore and 7th Sunday Festival Amp up Their Fan Experience With Next-Level Marketing Automation

On the surface, Harmony of Hardcore and 7th Sunday Festival look like very different events: the former attracts black-clad hardcore fans from all over Europe, while the latter is aaleidoscope of dazzling Top 40 pop sunshine. It’s a pretty striking contrast for two events held just one day apart and at the same venue. But these events also have something very important in common: they are serious about creating the ultimate fan experience. Par-T, the organization behind both festivals, is amping up visitor experience with a mix of smart ticket selling and next-level marketing automation tools.

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Oct 31, 2022 • Live

5 Ways to Optimize Customer Service in the Leisure Industry

The leisure industry is undergoing a tremendous shift in how service providers – be it sports stadiums, venues, or events organizers - communicate with their visitors, especially regarding customer service and guest interaction.

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Apr 14, 2022 • Live

6 Ways How an Event App Can Boost Your Event

This summer the online experience for many festivalgoers will be better than ever. Namely, many event businesses have discovered the benefits of digital transformation, which was fast-tracked thanks to the fast-thinking required by event organizers during a period of lockdowns and restrictions. The lessons of these 2 years have also prompted CM.com to develop its event app, created by Appmiral, to ensure that it better meets the needs of the industry. In this article, we'll give you an overview of how using a mobile festival app can help you take advantage of digitalization. Get ready to fast-track your bounce-back strategy: 6 ways to boost your Covid comeback.

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Oct 28, 2021 • Live

How Well Do You Know Your Supporters?

Sports marketing is a fast-paced, dynamic discipline. So how do you cut through the noise and keep your supporters engaged for the long haul?

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Sep 16, 2021 • Live

Wave Goodbye To Queuing And Crowded Bars At Your Events With Mobile Order

Whether it’s a football match, music festival, or classical concert, there’s nothing more annoying than standing at a crowded bar, fighting to get the barkeeper’s attention for a drink while you miss big chunks of the event. After all, it’s the reason you’re there in the first place. So how do we solve this? Let’s start by looking at something almost all visitors take to events with them: a smartphone. It is already widely used for e-ticketing, so why not also for ordering food and drinks, too? This is where CM.com’s Mobile Order product comes in. The exciting thing is that reducing queuing time isn’t the only benefit this technology can bring events organizers. Let’s take a closer look…

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Sep 01, 2021 • Live

The Top 5 Benefits of E-Ticketing

Digitization is shaking up the world of traditional paper ticket sales—and that’s a good thing! Ever since smartphones hit the market in 2007, people have quickly embraced the idea of using convenient digital alternatives. Now, when you want to attend a concert or festival, all it takes is a few taps on your screen and your e-ticket is at your fingertips, ready to be scanned when you enter the venue. But the benefits of e-ticketing don’t stop there. Let’s take a look at the top 5 benefits of e-ticketing for event organizers and attendees.