| -- End Ad Box ---> | | | | to cut the high overhead of training, certification, and |
| Managed event services have been around for some | | | | seminar programs, and offer a easy to use format |
| time, this service is quickly gaining ground as a time | | | | for participants. |
| and money saving practice. Several conference calling | | | | - What to look for in an event services vendor: Are |
| vendors have offered these services for some time, | | | | they an established conferencing vendor, or are they |
| and others are taking note and joining the | | | | new to the industry |
| marketplace. | | | | - Do they manage their event schedule to and |
| Event services are basically the blending of | | | | resources so you, and your attendees get the best |
| teleconferencing, web conferencing, and conference | | | | attention possible |
| participant management. These services allow | | | | - What services do they offer, and how will these |
| conference participants to register via the Internet, | | | | services work for the type of event you need |
| phone, and sometimes fax. Typically marketing for | | | | hosted |
| these events is handled by the conference/event | | | | Below are a few vendors to consider: |
| host, or host organization, and everything else is | | | | KRM |
| handled by the event registration service provider. | | | | A long time provider, and industry leader in events |
| Why are Event services such a hot commodity? | | | | management services. |
| Associations, medical companies, and any other group | | | | ILinc Communications |
| of professionals typically attend seminars in person. | | | | Full service tele-seminar and event registration service |
| These organizations are realizing the cost saving | | | | provider. |
| benefits of hosting events remotely, and the | | | | Artices and Resources on Teleconferencing, Web |
| attendees are also reaping the cost-saving benefits. | | | | Conferencing, and Distance Learning. |
| These event management services are a great way | | | | |