Welcome back! So far, we have covered four of the seven predicted trends (Catch up or re-visit them here).
As a reminder, here was our list of the 7 Must-See Event Tech Trends for 2017:
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- Virtual Sourcing: virtually find the perfect event venue, from the comfort of your desk
- Google Cardboard: transport attendees anywhere in the world (and beyond!)
- Holograms: wow your attendees with your smartphone
- Beacons: personalize and track attendee experiences
- Live Q&A and Polling: increase engagement at your events
- Livestreaming: engage attendees beyond your event
- Mobile: make mobile a priority at your events
Stirring up Competition
This is sure to liven up any event. Create some competition among your exhibitors at an event by creating a live poll and asking a question such as “who has the best booth décor?” or “who has the best elevator pitch?”. Display the results in a centrally located place so all the exhibitors and attendees can view the standings as people cast their votes. Have a prize for the winner and announce them at the closing ceremony. Something simple like this creates a fun competition among the exhibitors. But don’t stop there – harness the same competitive vibes by doing similar challenges with speakers, sponsors, and maybe even attendees themselves!![](/sites/default/files/migrated_attachments/social-polling.png)