Rising above the bounce: Advanced email strategies for event professionals

Rising above the bounce: Advanced email strategies for event professionals

Author: Bizzabo May 6, 2024 Duration: 43:01

In this fresh episode of Event Experience, host Rachel Moore is joined by email marketing experts to discuss how to overcome common email marketing challenges faced by event professionals. Tune in to hear about effective strategies for improving email open rates, crafting compelling content, and using advanced segmentation and automation to enhance attendee engagement from the following experts: 

➡️ Kendra Ellis, former director of client services at SmartBug Media and current Sr. Director of Growth Marketing at RevPartners

➡️ LaShanda Jackson, global director of lifecycle marketing at Intuit Mailchimp

➡️ Ghazwan Almoazen, global experiential marketing demand and communications director at DocuSign

The discussion highlights the importance of aligning email marketing with attendee expectations and leveraging analytics to drive continuous improvement.

Here's what you'll hear about in this conversation:

1) How to craft emails with engaging subject lines and compelling calls to action that stand out in crowded inboxes

2) The importance of list segmentation and personalization in boosting email engagement rates

3) Insights into the role of analytics and automation in optimizing email campaigns and improving event marketing outcomes

For more insights and the full transcript, visit https://www.bizzabo.com/podcast/event-email-marketing-challenges


Ever wondered what really happens behind the curtain of a massive conference or a groundbreaking product launch? Event Experience, presented by Bizzabo, pulls back that curtain entirely. This isn't about abstract theory; it's a direct line to the people who've actually built the stages, managed the chaos, and captivated thousands. Each episode sits down with a different Event Experience Leader, those individuals responsible for shaping how we gather and connect. You'll hear firsthand accounts-the unexpected hurdles, the last-minute saves, and the strategies that turned a simple gathering into a memorable phenomenon. Conversations dive deep into the practical realities of event marketing and management, exploring how to genuinely engage an audience and, crucially, how to define and measure success beyond just ticket sales. The podcast serves as a collective masterclass, distilling hard-won wisdom from the trenches of global events. If you're involved in bringing people together, whether for a corporate function or a sprawling festival, these candid stories and actionable insights will change how you approach your next project. Tune in to learn from the best, so you can leave your own audience talking long after the lights come up.
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