May 17 2024
Emily Loftis

Have you ever walked into a room and immediately felt a certain vibe? Our environments have a remarkable ability to prime us for what we’re about to experience. And visual cues play an especially important role. What we see in our surroundings has a drastic impact on what we expect from an experience, whether an …

How dedicated event internet services safeguard success

Feb 27 2024
Encore Research
Internet service is the thread that weaves together various event elements to help deliver a seamless experience, ensure attendee satisfaction, and manage costs. This is why it’s important to hire a partner to provide dedicated event internet services. Just like insurance protects you from loss in the case of a mishap, a dedicated internet services ...

How to leverage audio for greater event engagement

Nov 3 2023
Kristi Casey
10 MIN
From sound effects to targeted audio, learn how to amplify participant experiences Sounds provoke powerful emotions. The sound effects in a movie make us lean forward with anticipation or jump in surprise. A song on the radio has the power to transport us to another time and place instantly. Conversely, when you can’t hear what’s ...

How to create immersive event experiences with audiovisual technology

Jun 14 2023
Kristi Casey
7 MIN
You’ve heard the term ‘immersive experiences.’ But what does that mean? Let’s go beyond the buzzword to look at how you can use cutting-edge and traditional audiovisual (AV) technology to leverage this trend.  What is an immersive experience? An immersive experience is one that engages one or more senses. It encourages people exposed to the experience to become active participants ...

One digital tool, end-to-end solutions for a smooth, interactive event experience

Apr 20 2023
Kristi Casey
10 MIN
What value do your in-person events provide? Respondents of the Encore Winter 2022 Planner Pulse Report say the greatest value their gatherings provide is networking/relationship building (74 percent). Sixty-one percent say it’s connecting people/employees to an organization’s mission/vision/values; an equal number say it’s education/training/professional development opportunities. Maximizing return on these three areas not only benefits ...

How to create engaging, immersive experiences with LED walls

Apr 13 2023
Kristi Casey
10 MIN
Over 70 percent of meeting and event organizers believe networking and engagement will be the future of events. The challenge is how to do that. LED walls are one of the most flexible technology solutions you can use to breathe new life into your programming. From creating immersive environments to transforming presentations into interactive activities, ...

6 Ways to enhance your in-person events with an event platform

Feb 10 2023
Emily Loftis
7 MIN
Humans are social by nature. We are inherently driven to connect and create moments of belonging. This is where in-person events shine — they satisfy this innate human need while fostering a sense of community. By bringing participants together, you enable engagement on various levels, whether through direct communication, nonverbal cues or even physical touch, ...

Why you should rent a laptop for your event 

Sep 8 2022
Kristi Casey
5 MIN
When you’re organizing events, the desire to be a good fiscal steward means you should examine every additional cost. But one that you should approve is laptop rental for presentations, videos, or streaming the hybrid portion of your event. “Rental for a laptop on average is less than – $300,” says Encore VP of Product ...

Leveraging Event Technology for Engagement

Jul 12 2022
Kristi Casey
5 MIN
The basic tools, technologies and best practices you need to engage dual remote and in-room audiences. What are your event essentials? The tools you need depend on the experience you’re trying to create. All hybrid events will need camera and audio as well as an event platform. Use this chart to identify additional elements you ...