04.19.21
By Lisa Major
After a year of restrictions on large gatherings and virtually no live events or entertainment, the pent-up demand for in-person events is erupting. In this edition of Happy Hour, we feature an article that highlights promising statistics from a recent study that shows that people are more than ready to attend live events, not only for entertainment value but also for their mental health. We also feature tips from Freeman on how to prepare for events this year, and we discuss the correlation between emotional engagement and brand loyalty.
“Because [Gen Z and millennials] think real-life events are good for their mental health, we’re going to see a massive resurgence.” ~Julie Arbit, Vice Media, as cited by T.L. Stanely, Adweek
People are more than ready for a return to normalcy. Humans need other humans. We need to gather. We need interaction. And we need tangible entertainment and experiences that don’t involve a screen. According to a recent study, 94% of Gen Z and millennials report that they plan to attend live events as early as this summer. Hence, the resurgence of concerts, festivals, sporting events, and so forth will be extraordinary. In this article, we deep dive into more data regarding the future of events and how this information is leading to the resurrection of the experiential phenom, 29Rooms.
“Whether it’s virtual, hybrid, or in-person, your audience will expect more from your event this year than they ever did before 2020.” ~Kyana Shamloo, Freeman
Experiential and event marketing requires a lot of planning and preparation, especially in 2021. For starters, consumer expectations will be high, more so than ever before, and this article states, “the pressure is on.” Additionally, there will be many new action items to consider, some of which will be uncharted territory for most event marketers. From incorporating hybrid elements to staffing events, this article delivers five tips that will help you prepare for events this year.
“Emotional brand engagement is the 21st-century paradigm for loyalty.” ~Robert Passikoff, Marketing Insider
Brand loyalty is powerful. In fact, it’s a “leading indicator of consumer behavior and brand profitability, and is not going away anytime soon.” Loyalty stems from emotional connections that consumers derive from engaging experiences with a brand online and offline. Here, we look at how emotional brand engagement and consumer expectations drive brand loyalty and why meeting expectations is crucial for brands.
Since 2002, ATN Event Staffing has helped thousands of clients with their experiential marketing staffing needs. And as you make your experiential marketing plans for 2021, ATN is ready to serve you – safely and effectively. Contact us today to learn more!
