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2026

• How To Improve Your RSVP Process from Invite to Check-In16 March 2026
• The Future of AI in Events: A Shift to Smarter Planning9 February 2026
• The 10 Must-Have Tools for Your 2026 Event Tech Stack5 January 2026

2025

• Flock’s 2025 in Review: New Clients, Key Updates, and Looking at What’s Next9 December 2025
• Building a Future-Proof Event Tech Stack: Simplify Your Event Planning4 November 2025
• 5 Simple Steps to Turn Event Engagement into Sales Leads4 November 2025
• How Technology is Changing the Events Industry (And How to Keep Up)7 October 2025
• The Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Perfect Mobile App for Your Conference29 August 2025
• Why Your Post-Event Report Can Make or Break Your Next Event8 August 2025
• Meet Your New Event Planning Dream Team (Hint: They’re GPTs)31 July 2025
• How to Choose the Right Online RSVP Platform for Your Event9 July 2025
• Why You Should Choose An Event App Over Traditional Planning Tools3 June 2025
• How We Save Our Clients 100 Hours Using These Automation Tips8 May 2025
• How To Measure Event ROI Using Modern Tools8 April 2025
• Time-Saving Automation Strategies for Event Planners11 March 2025
• The Ultimate Automation Toolbox for Event Planners11 March 2025
• How to Integrate Automation Into Your Event Planning Process: A Step-by-Step Guide4 February 2025
• How AI and Automation are Shaping the Future of Event Planning4 February 2025
• The Ultimate 2025 Tech Guide for Planners7 January 2025
• What’s Trending in Events for 20257 January 2025

2024

• The Only Canva Template Guide You Need3 December 2024
• Event Social Media Marketing Tips That Work3 December 2024
• Event Reporting Survey: FREE Downloadable Resource4 November 2024
• How Can Event Reporting Help You Stay Competitive?4 November 2024
• Your Ultimate Toolkit for a Show-Stopping Year-End Event3 October 2024
• 10 Must-Know Tips for Planning a Show-Stopping Year-End Event4 September 2024
• Enhance Your Reporting with Our AI Data Analysis Tips8 August 2024
• Integrating AI for Smarter, More Engaging Events8 August 2024
• Boost Your Event Marketing with These Subject Lines3 July 2024
• Effective Email Marketing Strategies for Events3 July 2024
• How Technology is Shaping Modern Events30 May 2024
• Master the Art of Event Planning with Our Free Event Tech Success Kit30 May 2024
• Mastering Event Metrics With Flock’s Reporting Checklist3 May 2024
• The Power of Reporting and Analytics3 May 2024
• Flock Proudly Powers Meetings Africa 20245 April 2024
• Flocks Ultimate POPIA Compliance Guide2 April 2024
• Data Protection 101: Safeguard Your Event Attendee Information2 April 2024
• Flock’s Latest Milestones and Feature Updates13 March 2024
• The Environmental Benefits of Paperless Events13 March 2024
• The Ultimate Step-by-Step Paperless Check-In Checklist13 March 2024
• Transforming Event Planning, Marketing, and Management with ChatGPT30 January 2024

2023

• Flock’s Contribution to the Salesforce World Tour’s Success27 December 2023
• Introducing Leadscan: Flock’s Latest Innovation in Event Engagement Tools27 December 2023
• Event Trends to Watch in 202427 December 2023
• Flock’s Top Highlights from 20237 December 2023
• Your Pre-Holiday Q1 Event Planner Guide7 December 2023
• Why The Events Industry Needs Technology To Grow1 November 2023
• From Hybrid to High-Tech: 5 Defining Changes in the Event Landscape1 November 2023
• Ways to Repurpose Your Event Ideas5 October 2023
• 5 Year-End Event Ideas That You Won’t Easily Forget5 October 2023
• Master Event Planning With These 10 Tips27 September 2023
• The Do’s and Don’ts of a Successful Event Website10 August 2023
• Flock’s Global Reach Revolutionises Event Management and Delivers Unforgettable Experiences10 August 2023
• Flock’s Role in the Successful Salesforce World Tour10 August 2023
• The Ultimate Event Marketing Blueprint for Success5 July 2023
• Strategies to Attract a Thriving Audience5 July 2023
• The Ultimate QR Code Guide for Events23 May 2023
• The Rise of Robots in the Events Industry23 May 2023
• Creating Engaging Events Is Easier Than You Think26 April 2023
• Maximising Engagement: Your Go-To Event Planning Checklist26 April 2023
• Why Post-Event Marketing Is Essential for Event Success31 March 2023
• The Biggest Challenges Facing the Events Industry31 March 2023
• Meetings Africa 2023 Brings Africa’s Eventing Industry Together29 March 2023
• Create a Killer Post-Event Report27 February 2023
• The Ultimate Event Reporting Guide24 February 2023
• Supercharge Your Next Event23 February 2023
• Why Strategy is Crucial to The Success of Your Event23 February 2023

2022

• How to Plan a Successful Brand Activation13 December 2022
• Exciting Flock Updates For 202313 December 2022
• Event Trends To Look Out For In 202313 December 2022
• 2022: Our Year in Review8 December 2022
• The Event Planner’s Guide to Taking a Break7 December 2022
• Top Events We’re Proud to Have Powered In 20227 December 2022
• 2-Day Solutions Exchange Event a Great Success24 November 2022
• Top 10 Event Technologies To Make Your Event Awesome24 November 2022
• 10 Items to Consider When Planning Your Next Event24 November 2022
• EY Core Skills Event 2022 Was Exceptional27 October 2022
• Template: Year-End Office Party Presentation26 October 2022
• How To Plan a Successful Year-End Office Party26 October 2022
• Allan Gray Makers Fest Sparks Employment Opportunities – Flock28 September 2022
• Event Planner Survival Guide – Flock28 September 2022
• Emerging Event Technology Trends – Flock28 September 2022
• Flock Eventing Platform and GEM partnership set to expand SA’s footprint in Middle East28 September 2022
• JSE SheInvest Summit Encouraging Women Empowerment24 August 2022
• Online Events vs Hybrid – Which One Is the Best Pick for Your Event24 August 2022
• How to Drive Virtual Attendee Engagement Through the Roof24 August 2022
• Checklist Questions to Help You Find the Ideal Venue24 August 2022
• Poll Questions to Use Before, During, and After Your Event25 July 2022
• The AFSW Workshop Did Not Disappoint25 July 2022
• DIY Marketing for Event Planners25 July 2022
• Top Digital Marketing Tools to Market Your Events25 July 2022
• The Annual Webber Wentzel Partners Conference Did Not Disappoint29 June 2022
• A Guide to Event Security and Data29 June 2022
• The Ultimate Social Media Checklist for Event Marketing29 June 2022
• How to Bring Virtual Reality to Your Event29 June 2022
• Should Event Planners have Web3.0 and NFTs on Their Radars?25 May 2022
• Once Again, the Africa Travel Indaba Event Did Not Disappoint!25 May 2022
• NFT Process for the Tech-Savvy Event Manager25 May 2022
• Strengths Highlighted at the SA Investment Conference22 April 2022
• The Return to Physical Events22 April 2022
• The Rise of Micro Events22 April 2022
• Top Tools to Implement at Your Next In-Person Event22 April 2022
• Flock Hosts Rentokil’s Sales and Marketing Conference24 March 2022
• What to Include in Your Post-Event Report24 March 2022
• How to Create a Post-Event Report24 March 2022
• Flock Update: Improved Reporting and Analytics24 March 2022
• Free Event Budget Template24 February 2022
• How to Create a Virtual Event Budget24 February 2022
• 5 Tips to Start Your Virtual Event Budget23 February 2022
• How to Stretch Your Event Budget23 February 2022
• New Year Resolutions for Event Planners26 January 2022
• Flock joins Phoenix ICE Solutions for Nedbank Awards26 January 2022
• #EventTech Trends for 202226 January 2022
• Exciting Updates for Flock!26 January 2022

2021

• Flock’s 2021 Event Highlights9 December 2021
• How to Elevate Your Event by Partnering with Celebrities9 December 2021
• Flock: The All-In-One Platform to Streamline Your Hybrid Event9 December 2021
• 5 Event Trends to Look Out For in 20229 December 2021
• Calculating ROI for Physical Events Using Virtual Tools.24 November 2021
• The Evolution of the Event Planner24 November 2021
• Physical Events: What Do They Look Like Now?24 November 2021
• SA’s Brightest Shine at Anglo American 2021 PIT Symposium24 November 2021
• Nedgroup Chooses Flock Platform for Global Investment Summit29 October 2021
• How to Prove Value to Your Event Sponsors29 October 2021
• How to Measure Online Event ROI29 October 2021
• How to Increase Your Event ROI with Online Platforms and Apps29 October 2021
• The Future of Events in a Post Pandemic World30 September 2021
• Empowering Women through the JSE SheInvest Summit30 September 2021
• StreamYard: An easy tool for live event streaming30 September 2021
• Meet the Expert: running a massive online conference29 September 2021
• Unique Ways to Increase Online Audience Engagement31 August 2021
• First Virtual Event for Milestone Academic Conference31 August 2021
• Flock Platform Updates: What we’ve been up to31 August 2021
• Experts Insights: How to Maximise the Impact of Online Events31 August 2021
• ACCA Hosts Online Awards Ceremony for 3rd Year29 July 2021
• The Relationship between Events and Marketing29 July 2021
• How a Mobile Event App Increases Sponsorship Opportunities29 July 2021
• Event Marketing 101: Everything You Need to Know29 July 2021
• Scale your business without making costly mistakes23 July 2021
• Events and Creating Immersive Experiences23 July 2021
• Benefits of Using an all-in-one Eventing Platform23 July 2021
• 6 Tips to Combat Webinar Fatigue23 July 2021
• Top Carpets and Floors use Flock for Successful Virtual Event17 June 2021
• How to Increase Engagement Through Event Longevity17 June 2021
• Event Registration Solutions17 June 2021
• Transform your Venue with a Green Screen17 June 2021
• Flock Empowers Global Pet Food Company to Host Virtual Event17 June 2021
• The Cyber Security Ecosystem and Online Events17 June 2021
• Event Tech: Extended Reality and the Future of Events17 June 2021
• Top Tips to Create an Effective Event Strategy17 June 2021
• Gauteng SMME Summit 2021 goes Virtual17 June 2021
• Flock’s 12 Top Event Trends of 202117 June 2021
• Essential Elements of an Event Communication Plan17 June 2021
• How Event Data Can Help You Execute Epic Events17 June 2021
• Service SETA Virtual Annual General Meeting17 June 2021
• Take your Brand to the Next Level with these Top Tips17 June 2021
• Designing Online Spaces for your Audience17 June 2021
• Flock’s Virtual Event Manager’s Toolbox17 June 2021
• Flock Goes Global ✈22 January 2021
• PSG Think Big Series 202122 January 2021
• Event Tech Trends for 202122 January 2021
• How to Improve Your Hybrid Events with On-site Technology22 January 2021
• Characteristics of a Successful Event Landing Page22 January 2021

2020

• Kick Off 2021 Safely with a Hybrid Event11 December 2020
• Make the Most of Your Virtual Event Venue11 December 2020
• Best Hybrid Event Venues in South Africa11 December 2020
• Flock’s Top 5 Events of 202011 December 2020
• How to Get the Most Out of Your Virtual Year-End Venue20 November 2020
• Flock Events RSVP Suite Simplifies the Process20 November 2020
• MTN App Awards Go Virtual with Flock20 November 2020
• Your Virtual Event Data Security Guide28 October 2020
• Flock Enables Exxaro to Execute Successful Virtual Symposium28 October 2020
• Flock App 2.0: The Future of Events Management27 October 2020
• Hybrid Events are the Future27 October 2020
• Re-opening of the Event Industry: What to Expect27 October 2020
• How Gamification Enhances Your Virtual Event30 September 2020
• 4 Types of Virtual Event Venues30 September 2020
• Flock Creates Interactive App for KZN Film and TV Awards – Flock30 September 2020
• Virtual events connecting the world27 August 2020
• CEO feature: Mike Lysko on events after 202027 August 2020
• Your own Virtual Event Studio27 August 2020
• Webinar alert: Flock Showcase27 August 2020
• Customisable Event Venues30 July 2020
• The Smoothest Video Integration30 July 2020
• 4 Signs You Need a Mobile App30 July 2020
• PSG Series30 July 2020
• The Most Creative Event Venues30 June 2020
• Top 6 Tips from “Calley’s Tips and Tricks”30 June 2020
• Dazzle Guests with a Virtual Event Pack for Your Next Event30 June 2020
• Multilingual Webinars and National Conferences30 June 2020
• A Lockdown-friendly Event Venue29 May 2020
• The Offering Evolution29 May 2020
• 8 Ways to Get Your Virtual Event Sponsored29 May 2020
• Virtual Event Knowledge Series – Episodes 1 and 229 May 2020
• Event Venues your Attendees will Love29 April 2020
• Launch: Virtual Event Knowledge Series29 April 2020
• 4 Ways to Monetize Your Virtual Event29 April 2020
• Conference & CPD Point Virtual Event29 April 2020
• The Venue of the Future31 March 2020
• Flock developments: Live Streaming, Networking & more – Flock31 March 2020
• Online Events FAQs:31 March 2020
• A Completely Online Fitness event with more than 2800 people31 March 2020
• Take Your Event Online16 March 2020
• Host Your Event in a Branded App10 March 2020
• Do You Need a Solution to Host Your Event Digitally?9 March 2020
• 6 Apps to Make Managing Your Event Easier28 February 2020
• The Future of Event Engagement26 February 2020
• Midrand Venue: Gallagher Convention Centre26 February 2020
• Flock’s Push Notifications26 February 2020
• SAACI – Tshwanefication18 February 2020
• Venue: Levelthree Sandton29 January 2020
• Flock Update: Our Platform UI Improvements29 January 2020
• Give Your Guests an Event to Remember29 January 2020
• Primestars – National Youth Awards29 January 2020

2019

• Umthunzi Hotel and Conference | Award-winning 3 Star Hotel – Flock18 December 2019
• Flock App Improvements 201918 December 2019
• 10 Top Productivity apps18 December 2019
• 15% off for 15 days27 November 2019
• An Eye on the Future: Quantum Computing & Corporate Events27 November 2019
• ABRU Brewery and Vintage Motor Studio, Stellenbosch27 November 2019
• Starter Story Feature: Mike Lysko18 November 2019
• tt100 Awards Winners: Innovation excellence & Sustainability15 November 2019
• SA Investment Conference Powered by Flock for 2nd Year14 November 2019
• The JSE takes their event digital29 October 2019
• The Park, House of Events on 725 October 2019
• Event Analytics – Getting the Right Numbers25 October 2019
• Trends to Disrupt Events in 202025 October 2019
• Venue: St Georges Hotel, Johannesburg30 September 2019
• Flock Feature: Guest Profile Enhancement30 September 2019
• SPAR30 September 2019
• Seven Tips for Planning the Best Year-end Function Ever26 September 2019
• Event venue: Colourlab Cape Town29 August 2019
• Women in MICE 201929 August 2019
• Best Ice Breaker Live Polling Questions29 August 2019
• A Closer Look: How to Hack Your Event Budget23 August 2019
• Personalised Email Campaigns25 July 2019
• Oracle VADs Global Community Forum – Croatia25 July 2019
• Zulu Nyala Conference venues – Johannesburg and Hluhluwe23 July 2019
• Event Budgeting Tips from the Pros23 July 2019
• Two Oceans Aquarium – Cape Town27 June 2019
• Eventing Trends for Your Millennial Guests27 June 2019
• July 2019 20% off special27 June 2019
• Mentor a Boy Child – Media, Donor & Partner Launch27 June 2019
• Live Stream Your Event18 June 2019
• How to Create an Emotionally Engaging Corporate Event27 May 2019
• South African Tourism – Africa’s Travel Indaba21 May 2019
• The Polo Room, Sandton, Johannesburg21 May 2019
• Our event planners’ portal21 May 2019
• The Station – Urban Event Venue, Durban29 April 2019
• CIGFARO’s impressive event planning29 April 2019
• The six benefits of digital event planning software18 April 2019
• Flock mention: 9 amazing start-ups from Johannesburg to watch18 April 2019
• Flock going global with effective event management tech18 April 2019
• Century City Conference Centre, Cape Town28 March 2019
• Make your event more interactive than ever with Live Polling28 March 2019
• ACCA’s Forward Thinking28 March 2019
• How to create a mobile-centric event (and why you should)11 March 2019
• Venue: Constitution Hill26 February 2019
• The greenness of our event management platform26 February 2019
• The 5 event trends we love26 February 2019
• Official Event App for Meetings Africa26 February 2019
• Meetings Africa 201919 February 2019
• Surveys on our Mobile Event App30 January 2019
• 8 Tech trends for better meetings30 January 2019
• A green, paperless event – PAGE Ministerial Conference30 January 2019
• Cape of Good Hope Castle: Business Venue, Cape Town30 January 2019

2018

• Custom Branded Event Apps30 November 2018
• The Bird House: Rooftop Venue, Johannesburg30 November 2018
• Flock on the Big Stage: South African Investment Conference30 November 2018
• Summer Event Hacks & Event Ideas30 November 2018
• South African Investment conference14 November 2018
• #EntrepreneurMonth: Flock Platform makes great strides9 November 2018
• Networking Wristbands & Virtual event attendance23 October 2018
• Getting feedback from attendees26 July 2018
• New feature Alert: Tracks and Ratings25 July 2018
• Winter Season Special – July 201825 July 2018
• ALT Capital Partners Launch Event 201819 July 2018
• Tech CEO Mike Lysko is simplifying the exhibitions experience19 June 2018
• Public Speaking? There’s An App For That19 June 2018
• How to… Start with WHY19 June 2018
• Flock streamlines Africa’s Travel Indaba, ditches the paper – Flock18 June 2018
• Wearable Tech and Hybrid events: An Events Revolution?14 May 2018
• Airbnb makes Foray into Events with Meeting Planner Tool14 May 2018
• If You Don’t Understand What the Audience Wants23 April 2018
• Coming Soon: What’s New in Food Technology for Events23 April 2018
• How to Move Hearts and Minds with These 12 Easy Hacks13 April 2018
• 4 Tips for Boosting Attendee Engagement at Meetings13 April 2018
• Tech CEO Mike Lysko is simplifying the Exhibitions Experience – Flock1 April 2018
• 10 Ideas To Incorporate Interactive Tech Into Your Event26 March 2018
• Flock provides App for the Integrated Marketing Conference – Flock14 February 2018
• 9 Tips for Using a Chatbot at Your Event7 February 2018
• Homegrown App-Based Eventing Platform A Reality In 20185 February 2018
• Flock Assists MPI Enable Seamless Science Forum Experience5 February 2018
• Can Eventprofs Win Back Mobile Addicted Attendees?22 January 2018
• Using Gamification To Improve The Conference Experience22 January 2018
• Millennials Favor Texting, Do Not Value Email22 January 2018
• Treating Attendees As Human Beings Not Machines22 January 2018

2017

• Why flocking to digital eventing platforms is a good idea22 November 2017
• Using FOMO to Convert Conference Fence Sitters24 October 2017
• Flock Delivers Seamless Eventing Platform To MTN For 4th Year23 October 2017
• How to Use Event Technology to Host a Killer Event23 October 2017
• Are #Eventprofs Ready For The VR Tipping Point?23 October 2017
• How Many of These 90s Gadgets Do You Recognize?23 October 2017
• Why I Think AI Will Change How We Attend Events27 September 2017
• 21 Technology Tipping Points We Will Reach by 203027 September 2017
• Humans To Replace Telepresence Robots At Events27 September 2017
• Face Recognition – The End Of Event Feedback Forms?27 September 2017
• Neuromarketing – And How Event Planners Can Use It For Events27 September 2017
• Report: What Planners Want Now in Meeting Rooms27 September 2017