Secrets to get more people to your event

Organizing an event is an exhilarating experience, but ensuring its success largely depends on getting as many people to your event as possible.

Selling out an event isn't just about marketing; it's about creating buzz, engaging your audience, and providing value.

Whether you're hosting a conference, concert, or workshop, here are seven effective strategies to ensure your event reaches maximum capacity:

Start Early

The key to a successful event begins long before the actual date. Start marketing and promoting your event as early as possible. Utilize social media platforms, email newsletters, and targeted advertising to create anticipation and excitement among your target audience. Don't forget the SAVE THE DATE process.

Inside tip: If you already have an event venue secured, reach out to me and we'll get you a SmartEvent™ SAVE THE DATE tool. You can book hotels nearby 335 days in advance of the event.

Offer Early Bird Discounts

Encourage early ticket purchases by offering discounted rates for early bird registrations. Limited-time offers create a sense of urgency and incentivize attendees to commit sooner rather than later.

Inside tip: If you need a ticketing platform, Solutionz can help and then we can add your ticketing link to our SmartEvent™ Concierge tool.

Create Compelling Content

Content marketing is a powerful tool for generating interest in your event. Share valuable content related to your event topic through blog posts, videos, podcasts, or webinars. This establishes your expertise in the field and builds trust with your audience, making them more likely to attend your event.

Inside tip: Our Smart Snapshot can help you create a portfolio of your content that is all in one tool, with images and links.

Partner with Influencers

Collaborate with influencers or industry leaders who have a significant following within your target demographic. Their endorsement can amplify your event's visibility and credibility, reaching potential attendees you may not have otherwise reached.

Inside tip: If you have a Smart Tool account with Solutionz, we give you unlimited Smart Snapshots, which can be offered at no cost to the influencers to showcase their digital connections.

Leverage Email Marketing

Build an email list of interested prospects and engage with them regularly leading up to the event. Send out personalized invitations, exclusive updates, and reminders to keep your event top of mind. Segment your email list based on attendees' interests or engagement levels for targeted messaging.

Inside tip: Use our Smart Snapshot in your emails. Add new content and once you have selected your event venue, don't forget to do the SAVE THE DATE email. We can then create your SmartEvent™ Concierge tool with trip planning built in.

Host Pre-Event Activities

Organize pre-event activities such as webinars, networking sessions, or Q&A sessions with speakers. These activities not only provide value to attendees beforehand but also serve as promotional opportunities to drive ticket sales for the main event.

Inside tip: We can clone your SmartEvent™ tool and make one just for your speakers and sponsors. You can also add the pre-event activities to your Concierge tool.

Create a Referral Program

Encourage word-of-mouth marketing by implementing a referral program. Offer incentives, such as discounts or exclusive perks, to attendees who refer friends or colleagues to register for the event. This turns your attendees into brand ambassadors, extending your event's reach organically.

Inside tip: We can clone your SmartEvent™ tool and make one just for your ambassadors that keeps track of the bookings that come through them.

In conclusion, selling out your event requires a strategic approach that combines effective marketing tactics with valuable content and engaging experiences.

Inside tip: We can build graphics for you that you can link to our SmartEvents tools from your event ticketing platform. Just ask us how.

By starting early, leveraging partnerships, and providing incentives, you can maximize attendance and ensure a successful event that leaves a lasting impression on your audience.

Solutionz is here with our suite of SmartEvent™ tools to help. Because while we know that #beingthere is important, so is #gettingthere.

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