Sweap
Shaping the digital future of events. At Sweap we believe that events in all their different formats are a key driver for growth. That’s why we are on the mission to turn events into the most valuable marketing channel.
I wish I had more internal support and a bigger budget.
Trevor, Field Marketer, USA
State of Event Management Report
2022
RSVP. Just do it. I don't want to have to hunt you down.
Mikalya, Director of Events and Hospitality, USA
State of Event Management Report
2022
Looking for improved focus on data security for event platforms.
Colleen, Manager Divisional Events, Canada
State of Event Management Report
2022
Too much pressure on the staff during this pandemic.
Taylor, Event Manager, Canada
State of Event Management Report
2022
I am tired of virtual events.
Business Developer, USA
State of Event Management Report
2022
I would like to be properly compensated.
Jocelyn, Special Event Coordinator, USA
State of Event Management Report
2022
We need to be more attentive to audience needs.
Irina, Founder, Germany
State of Event Management Report
2022
Community & collaboration over competition.
Abisola, Conference and Events Assistant, USA
State of Event Management Report
2022
We will be back, better than ever!
Madison, Event Coordinator, USA
State of Event Management Report
2022
The pandemic has had a horrible impact on the event business.
Madi, Wedding Coordinator, USA
State of Event Management Report
2022
We need more sophistication in data collection, and planning.
M.A. Haviland, Communication Consultant, USA
State of Event Management Report
2022
I wish I had a better way of reaching all of our target market.
Tim, Event Marketing, USA
State of Event Management Report
2022
I believe that more events will turn into hybrid experiences.
Kathryn, Special Events Assistant, USA
State of Event Management Report
2022
Too many internal stake-holders that have decision- making power and slow down the execution process.
Riane, Event Manager, USA
State of Event Management Report
2022
There is hope, there is help, and people want to connect again, and feel that connection.
Pamela Gideon, Business partner/Entrepreneur/teacher, U.S.
State of Event Management Report
2022
Events will always be around, but I think a lot of focus should be on the virtual space, based off of where the world is moving today.
Sasha Gajic, Event manager, CA
State of Event Management Report
2022
Technology is going to continue innovating to find ways to make virtual events feel like in person events.
State of Event Management Report
2022
Genevieve Young, Event and Marketing Manager, USA
Problem: Ever increasing expenses related to putting on a quality experience for your attendees.
Brian Garnant, Program Management & Event Coordinator, USA
State of Event Management Report
2022
Not sure I am content the way things are going but always looking at way to be for efficient, effective.
Kathy, Event Specialist, Canada
State of Event Management Report
2022
A common misconception: the design aspect of marketing can be rushed and yet optimal results can be achieved.
Marica James, Office & Special Events Assistant, USA
State of Event Management Report
2022
Event Management requires generalists and versatile profiles, but it's a highly specialised area where you excel after gathering a lot of experience.
Elisa Tarzia, CEO, Portugal
State of Event Management Report
2022
Such long shifts and extra work out in outside of the typical work day.
Lead Wedding Coordinator, USA
State of Event Management Report
2022
I see an incredible need for mental health support within our community.
SarahEmily Pina, Manager of Conferences and Trainings, USA
State of Event Management Report
2022
I wish there was more respect for all the behind the scenes work.
Ellie L, Lead Student Event Coordinator, USA
State of Event Management Report
2022
There seems to be an incredible lack of collaboration within the profession.
SarahEmily Pina, Manager of Conferences and Trainings, USA
State of Event Management Report
2022
Finding the right software also seems to be an ever-present issue.
Nicole Gergon, Director of Events, USA
State of Event Management Report
2022
It seems that we all work in such siloed places and at such breakneck speeds that there is very little time for community building.
SarahEmily Pina, Manager of Conferences and Trainings, USA
State of Event Management Report
2022
Demands on personal time to stay on top of constant changes are mentally crushing.
Heather, Events Manager, Canada
State of Event Management Report
2022
A general misunderstanding of how important events are for the marketing mix and what realistic budgets look like.
Genevieve Young, Event and Marketing Manager, USA
State of Event Management Report
2022
We are trying to really get off the ground, and seen, and heard. Its been a hard year, with the pandemic, but we are hopeful, and helpful.
Pamela Gideon, Business partner/Entrepreneur/teacher, U.S.
State of Event Management Report
2022
The constant swings between in-person, virtual, hybrid in trying to plan events, travel, logistics makes things extremely difficult.
Tristan Page, Senior Event Manager/EMEA, UK
State of Event Management Report
2022
End the pandemic! We are switching back and forth between hybrid and virtual events causing double work and costly cancellation fees.
Global Events Manager, USA
State of Event Management Report
2022
I wish for better automation and tracking, as well as outreach, would significantly improve KPIs and ROI.
Hannah Dean, Customer Success Manager, USA
State of Event Management Report
2022
Too many opinions and stakeholders pulling in different directions for competing goals.
Kathryn, Meeting Coordinator, USA
State of Event Management Report
2022
Attendees are quick to lose interest. There is a need to constantly be innovating and creating new and engaging content.
Alyssa, Content & Events Specialist, USA
State of Event Management Report
2022
Stronger network of event professionals to lean on and get advice from.
Shannon Crooks, Event Administrator, Canada
State of Event Management Report
2022
I love being able to bring joy and motivation in the events we plan and put on!
Ellie L, Lead Student Event Coordinator, USA
State of Event Management Report
2022
I like all the parts I do at my job from making sure content is user-centered to creating a rememberable experience.
Event planner, Canada
State of Event Management Report
2022
Clients need to relax during the planning process because events are supposed to be fun, so take a chill pill and enjoy the ride.
Jolly Mateo, Conference Services Manager, USA
State of Event Management Report
2022
I absolutely love stepping back and watching an event unfold before my eyes.
Sarah Scohy, Canyon Activities Board (CAB), USA
State of Event Management Report
2022
The industry will always need new, fresh ideas.
Andrea Bright, Conference, Meeting Planner, CA
State of Event Management Report
2022
There is so much potential in the industry and also in the evolution of it.
Pamela Gideon, Business partner/Entrepreneur/teacher, USA
State of Event Management Report
2022
We live in an ever-changing world. But one thing that should remain constant is providing the best experience for our customers.
Diana Cozzi, Concert promoter representative, USA
State of Event Management Report
2022
Hybrid is here to stay as it democratizes access to the valuable content shared in our industry.
State of Event Management Report
2022
Ricky Salguero, Event Marketing Manager, USA
Let's stop using the regular Zoom for "virtual events". They are only glorified, overcrowded meetings.
State of Event Management Report
2022
Elisa Tarzia, CEO, Portugal
Interest in virtual events are increasing, and may be contributing to a separation of personalized connections with potential buyers.
Victor Guarino, Event Business Lead, USA
State of Event Management Report
2022
We need to create a space for content creators to have more growth opportunity for generating leads.
Hannah Dean, Customer Success Manager, USA
State of Event Management Report
2022
I love how dynamic the event industry is and how flexible it grew in the past two years with the global pandemic.
Abisola, Conference and Events Assistant, USA
State of Event Management Report
2022
Mehr Weitsicht, Innovation und Begeisterungsfähigkeit auf Kundenseite anstatt wie immer und weiter so.
Oliver, Founder, Germany
State of Event Management Report
2022
Endlich eine Planungs-software und nicht mehr alles in Excel.
Kristin, Event Manager, Germany
State of Event Management Report
2022
Qualität der Teilnehmer sollte vor Quantität stehen.
Sophie, Project Manager, Germany
State of Event Management Report
2022
Mein Wunsch: Messbarkeit der Wirkung meiner Events.
Leon, Sport Event Manager, Austria
State of Event Management Report
2022
Veranstaltungen noch mehr nach den zu erreichenden Zielen ausrichten.
Oliver, Founder, Germany
State of Event Management Report
2022
We need to define the goals and target groups more precisely in order to create sustainable experiences.
Oliver, Founder, Germany
State of Event Management Report
2022
Virtual events can be helpful, yet they retain an anonymity that we can't stand in the long run.
Daniela, Event Manager, Germany
State of Event Management Report
2022
I find it very frustrating that even in the second year of the pandemic, we are not supported by courageous decision-makers.
Event Manager, Germany
State of Event Management Report
2022
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