#SocialMediaAtEvents

An event hashtag is an important key to incorporating social media into your events. A big sign with a clever hashtag can be a staple decoration to link your social media presence to the event. On the sign be sure to include the icons for the social media platforms you use (Facebook, Twitter and Instagram etc.). This way you can see what the event attendees have to say about your event on social media as well as the pictures they took of the event. The hashtag will also be a tool to bring awareness to the event and your brand to those who aren't aware. If the event is open to the public, start using the hashtag a week prior to the event to get more people to attend. If the event is not open to the public, make sure your company posts with the hashtags on ALL of the social media platforms you use the day of the event. Posts with the hashtag by your company will ensure that social media users can search the hashtag and find your pages.

Almost everyone has a smart phone in this day and age. You can take full advantage of today's technology by having an app for your brand or company. Not only will this app give the customers full access to all of your social media and brand information, you can use this to get feedback and survey customers. Post event you can have a poll asking the attendees what they liked and disliked about the event so you can improve in the future. You can also use this as an interactive tool during the event for promotions and contests. An app will help you increase attendee participation during the event. Maybe you are having a costume contest? Have the guests vote right on the app for their favorite costume. Customers LOVE companies that genuinely care about THEIR opinions. Even when you are not hosting an event, an app is a great tool to stay connected to your clients and keep them connected to you. Include games and exclusive photo filters, maybe even a contest on the app. Be sure to post a link to download the app of all of your social media platforms.

 

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Breast Cancer Awareness Pink Night

Ana Mae Events would like to invite you to a night dedicated to all things PINK, in honor of breast cancer awareness. 
WHO: This event is hosted by the Ana Mae Events in collaboration with other downtown Hudson businesses. The proceeds of this event are going to the Susan G. Komen for the Cure Foundation. 
WHAT: A pink ticket ($50), gets you a swagbag filled with merchandise and treats from Hudson area businesses, it also gets you EXCLUSIVE specials at local restaurants. You are also automatically entered into all the drawings at the end of the night one time. Any additional drawing tickets can be purchased for $5 a piece at the Postmark Grille before 9 pm on the day of the event. Any businesses with pink ribbons on their storefront are participating in our event. 
WHEN: Thursday October 27, 2016 from 4pm to 10pm. 
WHERE: This event begins in lakefront park with a short presentation from representatives from Susan G. Komen for the Cure Foundation. From there you are encouraged to stop in and support local restaurants with the pink EXCLUSIVE specials.  Any businesses with a pink ribbon on their storefront are participating in our event in some way, it might be an activity or a special celebrity guest. We will end the party at the Postmark Grille at 9pm for the final drawings.  The Postmark Grille will also be awarding a gift certificate to the best dressed in pink!! We will then present a check to the Susan G. Komen for the Cure Foundation. 

We look forward to a night dedicated to all things PINK and finding a cure for breast cancer. If you are unable to make this event and want to find out how you can help or if you have any questions about the event: Please contact us at anamaesocial@gmail.com


You can also donate directly to the foundation here: DONATE

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Kicks and Treats for Charity

We are coordinating a spooky Halloween event for Dagz Kickboxing and Fitness, on October 29, 2016. They have asked us to extend the invitation to our clients, for a night of kicks and treats! Come dressed in your best costume starting at 4pm at the Dagz Kickboxing and Fitness Studio. Entry for each guest is five dollars, and all of the proceeds will go to Ronald McDonald House.

 There will be treats for the whole family, including signature cocktails for the adults and DQ treats for the kids! Dinner from a local food truck will be a hit with the whole family. Be ready to play some vintage arcade games and go through a (kid friendly) haunted house. At this event there will be opportunities to win some delightful prizes from Pier 500, La Rue Marche, Massage Envy and more! You can also win a FREE six month membership with Dagz Kickboxing and Fitness by wearing the best costume to the party. Throughout the evening there will be demonstrations by the Dagz team. Their highly trained staff would love to teach you a few tricks and tips for getting fit. We will end the night by announcing the costume contest winner and then watching a family friendly spooky movie starting at 9pm. We hope to see you all there, it will be a great night for every guy and ghoul! Find out more on the Dagz Kickboxing and Fitness blog.

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Events That Create Brand Awareness

Event planning is more than weddings, birthday parties and charity events. Your company hosting an event and executing it properly can increase brand awareness and help with your brand image. It's all about the details, and Ana Mae Events will make sure every detail is perfect and matches your brand image. From sugar cookies with your logo on them, to a custom Snapchat geofilter. We want your current and future customers to feel inspired by your brand and be completely immersed in the culture of your company.

It is always important to make sure you have an up-to-date client database. A current database makes inviting your clients to any event that much easier. It is also important to consider your target market when deciding on the logistics of the event. Your target market should help you decide the theme, venue, and time of day of your brand awareness event. If this sounds like something you would like your business to host, give us a call and we can make your brand awareness event a reality.

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