{"id":2215,"date":"2019-08-15T15:51:09","date_gmt":"2019-08-15T15:51:09","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/3.232.143.211\/?p=2215"},"modified":"2019-09-27T12:47:08","modified_gmt":"2019-09-27T12:47:08","slug":"meeting-planner-tips-the-best-advice-for-choosing-a-conference-theme","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.getswitchedon.com\/index.php\/2019\/08\/15\/meeting-planner-tips-the-best-advice-for-choosing-a-conference-theme\/","title":{"rendered":"Meeting Planner Tips: The Best Advice for Choosing a Conference Theme"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>One of the most important jobs you have as a <a href=\"http:\/\/getswitchedonblog.com\/1-costly-mistake-meeting-planners-should-never-make\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">meeting planner<\/a> is choosing a conference theme. If you\u2019ve been planning the same event for the past 10 or 20 years, it can be challenging. Amiright?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You want to engage the audience, create a theme that will resonate with participants and get them excited to attend.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A great event theme is a key part of a successful event.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s what you need to know to get it right.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Details, details, details<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You want to cross all your T\u2019s and dot all your I\u2019s.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Consider conferences and events you\u2019ve put on in the past and go over all the details with a fine-tooth comb.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>How did the color scheme work out? Were you able to meet or stay under your budget? What elements were loved\/hated at the last event? Did the theme resonate with the audience?&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is also helpful when it\u2019s time to work with vendors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Knowing exactly what you need \u2013 down to the smallest details \u2013 will ensure your event is well put together and you\u2019re not mixing-and-matching between various concepts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Put a new spin on an old theme<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Repurposing can be a great strategy for you \u2013 and it\u2019s one of the top meeting planner tips for choosing a conference theme.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Events that seem outdated or played out can get new life when you put a modern\/relevant spin on them.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Plus, audiences love an unexpected twist, right?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, get the crowd engaged by choosing an app that everyone can put on their phone and use throughout the event.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are the latest apps to get your audience interested and involved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.glisser.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Glisser<\/strong><\/a><strong>.<\/strong> This presentation software with an integrated audience response system that allows you to track audience engagement.<\/li><li><a href=\"http:\/\/crowdcompass.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>CrowdCompass<\/strong><\/a><strong>.<\/strong> This software has in-app messaging, activity feeds, live Q&amp;A, gamification and live polling.<\/li><li><a href=\"http:\/\/switchitapp.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Switchit<\/strong><\/a><strong>.<\/strong> This is actually a networking app that eliminates the need to gather and hand out actual business cards. It\u2019s a great way for attendees to share information, videos, and contact information after an event.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/resources.getswitchedon.com\/meeting-planner-mistakes-avoid\"><\/a>3. Make it personal<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A <a href=\"http:\/\/getswitchedonblog.com\/breaking-through-the-boring-convention\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">winning conference theme<\/a> is one that can be personalized to your audience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Think of ways you can add special touches that show the attendees the event was planned with them in mind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s always fun to plan for some inside company jokes when you\u2019re putting on a corporate conference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also add the company\u2019s logo into gift bags, Yeti Cups, jackets or other swag that you give away, too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Don\u2019t be afraid to get creative and find ways to show the audience that you were thinking of them.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Share your vision with your partners<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/blog\/the-top-10-qualities-of-successful-event-managers-ds00\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">meeting planner<\/a>, you partner with a lot of different people to bring your vision to life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Make sure you\u2019re in communication with the lighting and AV vendors, caterers, decorators, and of course, the speaker(s) who will bring the most energy and engagement to the event.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Be articulate and detailed as you lay out their important contribution to putting on a successful event.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Get help choosing a conference theme<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To jump-start your brainstorming, here are some <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getswitchedon.com\/assets\/choosingthemeformtg.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">conference themes<\/a> that you can take and run with.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>All In!<\/li><li>Bigger! Faster! Stronger!<\/li><li>Be Extraordinary!<\/li><li>Make It Matter<\/li><li>Innovation Integration<\/li><li>Working Together Wins<\/li><li>Focus on Success<\/li><li>Leading the Pack<\/li><li>Together Towards Tomorrow<\/li><li>Refuse to Lose<\/li><li>Peak Performance<\/li><li>Think Big\n<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Put these meeting planner tips into action<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Your <a href=\"https:\/\/medium.com\/eventogy\/10-qualities-you-need-to-make-it-as-an-event-planner-20b4d74c8b59\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">success as a meeting planner<\/a> depends on your ability to put on events that provide the audience with an engaging experience and life-changing information to implement long after the conference has ended.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It all begins with choosing a great conference theme.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Be realistic, pay attention to the details, give an old theme new life, personalize it for your audience and share your vision with those partnering with you.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/resources.getswitchedon.com\/meeting-planner-mistakes-avoid\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"680\" height=\"250\" src=\"http:\/\/3.232.143.211\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Chip_Event_CTA_Blog-11.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2216\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>One of the most important jobs you have as a meeting planner is choosing a conference theme. 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