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Biz New Orleans | Virtual Event & Meeting Management

abthompson@nocci.com (Anna Beth Thompson) — Mon, 04 Jan 2021 22:15:10 GMT

Biz New Orleans Article:

Virtual Event & Meeting Management

Check out nocci’s feature in Biz New Orleans on helping our industry and community move forward from the pandemic with virtual events and meetings!

"NOCCI is deeply invested in seeing our city’s hospitality industry thrive." – Nicole Tusa VP, Sales & Marketing

2020-2021 Small and Emerging Business Development (SEBD) Roundtable

Mon, 23 Nov 2020 15:20:00 GMT

We are proud to announce that nocci has been selected as one of the firms to participate in the 2020-2021 Small and Emerging Business Development (SEBD) Roundtable facilitated by Irma M Dixon, PeerSpectives Certified Facilitator.

The 2020-2021 Small and Emerging Business Development (SEBD) Program provides the managerial and technical assistance training needed to grow and sustain a small business. The program also provides:

Developmental assistance, including entrepreneurial training, marketing, computer skills, accounting, business planning, and legal and industry-specific assistance.
Consideration for bidding on select products or services purchased by state agencies.
SEBD Intermediaries provide a free needs assessment and assistance with accessing other program benefits.

To find out more about the Small and Emerging Business Development (SEBD) Program click on the link below:

www.opportunitylouisiana.com

nocci featured in Biz NOLA - Virtual Events

Tue, 01 Sep 2020 14:25:50 GMT

Tuesday, September 01, 2020

nocci is excited to be featured in the New Orleans Chamber of Commerce Spotlight section of Biz New Orleans this month to showcase our work in virtual conferences and events.

Click on the link to view the full article. https://www.bizneworleans.com/nocci/

Virtual Event and Meeting Management Certified

Sat, 13 Jun 2020 02:55:12 GMT

IT'S OFFICAL! nocci is now certified in Virtual Event & Meeting Management!

To book your next virtual Event, Conference, or Meeting with nocci please contact: Nicole Tusa - ntusa@nocci.com

Let's Take Action! Black Lives Matter

Thu, 11 Jun 2020 03:07:48 GMT

Virtual Event Insider Tips

Wed, 20 May 2020 03:17:49 GMT

Let's have a conversation and talk through how we can hold your conference in 2020/2021 LIVE, or feel as much like it as possible. We promise to make this as pain-free and stress-free as humanly possible!

About Us:

For over 30 years, nocci has been the top tier choice for event management and logistics for conventions, festivals, galas, and so much more. Along with the rest of the world, life has changed. We are evolving quickly to help you move into new territory. Luckily, we have a leg up, as we are not new to virtual events.

We Are:

A dedicated team, harnessing our 30-plus years of experience and network-building for the benefit of our clients
Passionate about our diverse group of clients and events
Experienced in producing events from 10 – 80,000 guests
Trained to anticipate, plan, and execute every last detail, while always maintaining focus on our clients’ goals

nocci Can Partner With You To Offer:

A seamless, turnkey virtual/hybrid convention or event.
Complete with high level attendee engagement & team building components.
All infused with an authentic New Orleans vibe! (Optional, plus we would tie in your event theme)

Secret Insider Tip:

Yes, you can pivot to virtual on your own, but should you?
By utilizing an Event Management & Logistics Company, you are getting:

Individualized strategy planning from pre to post-event
A fully designed experience which will give your attendees as close to a live event feel as possible
Customized matching of technology platforms to fit your exact needs
Access to our relationships and discounts of our preferred, fully vetted vendors
Years of event management & logistics knowledge & expertise

Detailed Services:

Develop a budget – There are almost a dozen key elements to include in making your event successful. We can ensure the best vendor partnerships.
Define a timeline for the conference – from pre-event engagement to after event follow up & analytics
Reconsider & procure the venue - Find a location where the speakers could present while honoring social distancing and have a strong dependable internet connection.
Develop the right event marketing strategies - When you go virtual, marketing becomes all the more critical for you. Our multi-platform expertise would be a huge benefit before, during, and after your conference.
Take care of your registration – We would make this attractive, flawless, and easily accessible.
Create and manage pre-event activities - Virtual networking, engagement, and early registrant benefits can immensely help your attendees.
Design Conference Décor - Still create the feel of a full-fledged convention, but on a smaller scale, immersing the attendees deeply in the New Orleans culture.
Implement a high level of attendee engagement – SECRET TRICKS including team building!
Vet and procure all Tech vendors – This is a tricky industry with many new companies emerging without prior experience.
Speaker Management - Vet, coach, and prep speakers on best practices of speaking virtually and being highly engaging.
Highlight sponsors & exhibitors virtually - Host sponsors videos, 360 tours, product demos, and documents.
Manage all aspects of the execution of the conference on your chosen site.
Ensure security/data privacy with all vendors and attendees.
Provide analytics measuring your event success.
Post-event
Ensuring that the post-event content is online and available.
Making sure that your post-event content marketing plan is in place and being implemented smoothly.
Preparing and reviewing your post-event metrics reports for online performance.

We truly look forward to connecting with you!

Socially distanced best wishes,

Nicole Tusa

VP, Sales & Marketing nocci

1340 Poydras Street, Suite 2130 New Orleans, LA 70112

Cell: (504) 563-6725

ntusa@nocci.com www.nocci.com

nocci Wedding Packages

Tue, 19 May 2020 04:09:54 GMT

Make Your Event Virtual

Thu, 09 Apr 2020 04:17:07 GMT

There are two major options open to you, IF you decide to go this route:

Hybrid Event: A hybrid event is a tradeshow, conference, unconference, seminar, workshop or other meeting that combines a "live" in-person event with a "virtual" online component. With the growing popularity and cost-effectiveness of virtual events, hybrid events have become a popular way of increasing participation in traditional events at a relatively low cost.

Virtual Event: An occurrence of people gathering together where some or all of the attendees are not physically in the same location but are connected in a common environment. The common environment might be one of many types but is usually enabled through the use of computers and the Internet.

If we had any input, we would vote Hybrid, as it gives a truer conference feel for your attendees.

This being said, nocci would love to help you maneuver through this new territory!

We can:

Develop a Budget
Define a Timeline for the Conference
Reconsider & Procure the Location
Develop Event Marketing Strategies
Take care of your Registration
Design Conference Décor
Implement a high level of Attendee Engagement
Vet and Procure all Vendors
Highlight Sponsors and Exhibitors Virtually
Manage all aspects of execution of the conference on your chosen site
Ensure Security / Data Privacy with all Vendors
Post event:
Ensuring that the post-event content is online and available.
Making sure that your post-event content marketing plan is in place and being implemented smoothly.
Preparing and reviewing your post-event metrics reports for online performance.

For more information or inquiry of going virtual with your event please contact:

Nicole Tusa (ntusa@nocci.com) - VP Sales & Marketing

COVID-19 Information & Pandemic Relief Resources

Sat, 28 Mar 2020 04:29:28 GMT

Dear Clients, Vendors, & Friends,

We hope and trust that you all are staying safe and healthy during this COVID-19 coronavirus outbreak. We want to provide you with updates, information, and resources to help during these troubling times. As we receive more information, we will continue to share and keep you informed.

Please make sure you are washing your hands, and abiding by the guidance of the CDC public health protocols including social distancing. We all have a role to play in abiding by official government orders and keeping each other safe. Be sure to see the links below to many different pandemic relief resources such as industry-specific benefits, unemployment benefits, small business opportunities and more.

Links to Pandemic Relief Resources

Unemployment Benefits: Louisiana Workforce Commission

Hospitality Cares Pandemic Relief Fund: United Way of Southeast Louisiana

Louisiana Hospitality Foundation Crisis Grants

Small Business Administration Disaster Economic Injury Loan Program

New Orleans Business Alliance Relief Fund

nocci Update Regarding COVID19

Sat, 21 Mar 2020 04:35:59 GMT

Dear Clients, Vendors, & Friends,

To protect the health and safety of our staff and community, nocci is implementing a "social distancing" policy. Our physical office will be closed until further notice, but our staff will be working remotely and will be accessible via email. We encourage everyone to stay safe and use their best judgment during this time.

Meetings scheduled with any of our team members at this time will need to be via phone or email, and we will reach out to you personally about making those arrangements for existing plans.

We are OPEN and HERE to take care of you and meet each of your event needs as always, but especially in this difficult time.

We can help you with:

Graphic Design
Social Media Content
Rescheduling Meetings & Events
Online Meetings & Webinars
Future Events, Meetings, Festivals, Conventions

We assure you that with nocci you can book with confidence now and for any of your future events.

New Year, New Look! NOCCI Announces New Logo!

Wed, 19 Dec 2018 05:37:45 GMT

New Year, New Look.

As we welcome 2019, we are excited to introduce you to a refresh of our brand identity.

For 32 years, we've been committed to providing our clients with world-class event marketing & logistics services. We continue to uphold this commitment with a logo that better reflects the evolution of our brand.

With the rebrand of our logo, we pay homage to our company's roots while symbolizing our company's dynamic and modern future. This clean new look represents the outstanding excellence we provide to each client.

Same Great Services.

By the beginning of the New Year, you will see our new logo on our website, social media accounts, business cards, and on all branded documents.

We are excited to share our new logo with you and we look forward to doing business with you in 2019!

Have a Safe and Happy Holiday Season!

Dottie Selected as a Member of YLC's 2018 Role Model Class

Thu, 21 Jun 2018 05:02:57 GMT

Celebrate NOLA's 300th With Us!

Fri, 13 Apr 2018 05:08:26 GMT

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As many of you know, this is a BIG year for NOLA. 2018 is the city's 300th Birthday and Team NOCCI has been tasked with planning many of the city's celebratory events. Earlier this Spring, we helped welcome gifts and dignitaries from Belgium and Monaco. The month of April is jam-packed with Tricentennial festivities, which means we are working around the clock to ensure this celebration is unforgettable for locals and visitors from across the globe.

We love this city and we're so proud to work alongside the City of New Orleans and the 2018 NOLA Foundation to help produce some major events to ring in the city's 300th year.

Here are some of the upcoming Tricentennial events that we're involved in... We hope to see you there!

Our City, Our Future Tricentennial Concert

Date : April 15, 2018

Time : 7:30 PM to 9:00 PM

Location : Saegner Theatre

This free concert hosted by Mayor Landrieu and the 2018 NOLA Commission will celebrate the musical legacy of our city and include musical performances by Kris Royal, Tonya Boyd-Cannon, Stooges Brass Band, DJ Raj Smoove, the New Orleans Youth Choir, and a Special Guest.

The event is open to the public, but RSVP is required. Interested in attending? You can RSVP here.

Tricentennial NOLA Navy Week

Date : April 19, 2018 - April 25, 2018

Time : The ships are expected to arrive on Thursday, April 19, between 2:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Location : New Orleans Riverfront

Navy ships from the U.S. and around the globe will be in New Orleans for a week-long festival, including free ship tours and a cook-off between the ships.

For more information on the NOLA Navy Week events, visit here or check their Facebook for updates!

Tall Ships New Orleans

Date : April 19, 2018 - April 25, 2018

Time : The ships are expected to arrive on Thursday, April 19, between 2:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Location : Woldenberg Park

Tall Ships of America's unique selection of antique ships will be on display at Woldenberg Park for the weekend. Come out to enjoy the ships and enjoy food and beverage out on the waterfront!

Attendees can purchase a VIP FastPass to skip the tall ship board line and eat and drink in the VIP Hospitality Tent. FastPass tickets can be purchased here.

For more information on Tall Ships, check out their website or Facebook Page.

Citywide Family Reunion

Date : April 22, 2018

Time : 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Location : Armstrong Park

Community Celebration at Armstrong Park and throughout the city. The event at Armstrong Park will have two stages with musical guests. The Tricentennial Stage in Armstrong Plaza will feature Mia Border with special guests John Gros, Arsene DeLay & Robin Barnes, Ivan Neville & Friends, Kermit Ruffins & the BBQ Swingers, and more! The International Jazz Day Stage in Congo Square will feature Herbie Hancock, Terence Blanchard, Patti Austin, Ledisi, and other special guests! Food and beverage will be available for purchase but feel free to bring food, family, and laissez bon temps rouler!

There are plenty of other amazing Tricentennial events happening in the city. Be sure to check them out here

This is a birthday party you don't want to miss out on!

Turn Your Tailgate Up A Notch

Thu, 13 Oct 2016 05:28:47 GMT

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Tailgating is the pre-ceremonial football celebration practiced at any level of performance from peewee to NCAA to NFL. Tailgating dates as far back as the Civil War, as soldiers traditionally would eat and drink in preparation for battle. This tradition has evolved into one of America’s favorite pastimes as sport fans anxiously await the epic battle between rivaled teams.

This Fall, we’ve been on tour with Cracker Barrel for their HBCU Road Tour and have seen so many amazing tailgates. Feeling inspired by our college tour, we wanted to share some tips on how to plan the perfect tailgate.

Prep & Pack Your Cooler

Learning how to pack a cooler is essential!

1. Use airtight reusable containers

2. Add all bottles and cans to the bottom of the cooler to stay chilled longer

3. Place bagged items sideways on top of the beverage layer

4. Chill everything, especially all perishable foods and adult beverages with ice, or frozen ice packs

Bungee Cords are “Major Key!”

(As DJ Khaled would say)

Never head out to a tented tailgate without some bungee cords. Bungee cords make terrific paper towel holders along struts of a tent. They are also helpful in securing box fans to help with proper air circulation for those steamy mornings, especially before you decide to fire up the grill.

“Phone, Wallet, Keys” and Other Important Items Not to Forget at Home:

Spatula, tongs, skewers, can/bottle opener, basting brush, seasoning, spices, condiments, ponchos, paper towels, plates, cups, your favorite alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, garbage bags, plastic zip bags, sunscreen, bug spray, misters, chairs, Tupperware, tarp, canopy tent, portable speakers, foldable tables and most importantly, attire to represent your favorite team!

What's Cooking?

It’s time to turn your tailgate food up a notch. Neat idea? Turn your game day food into your team’s colors! From team colored jello to dessert icing, jazz it up by color coordinating with your favorite team. Not extreme enough? Try eating the competition! Make a creative dish inspired by the opponent’s mascot that will intimidate your rival team.

A Little Party Never Killed Nobody

Despite what your grandmother may think, beer pong is a sport and is more than likely the number one tailgate past-time. Some other game suggestions include: Kan-Jam, Tarp Toss, Jenga, Battle-Shots, Backyard Tic-Tac-Toe, Basketpong.

Lastly, nothing says game time more than your team's traditional chant or making up chants with family and friends. This set the atmosphere as you all prepare to enter the stadium while you are in the process of killing the grill and making memories with your closest friends.

- Raven Campbell

NOCCI Intern

NOCCI Blog

Hurricane Prep: Steps for Protecting Your Business

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Biz New Orleans | Virtual Event & Meeting Management

Biz New Orleans Article:

Virtual Event & Meeting Management

2020-2021 Small and Emerging Business Development (SEBD) Roundtable

nocci featured in Biz NOLA - Virtual Events

Tuesday, September 01, 2020

Virtual Event and Meeting Management Certified

Let's Take Action! Black Lives Matter

Virtual Event Insider Tips

Let's have a conversation and talk through how we can hold your conference in 2020/2021 LIVE, or feel as much like it as possible. We promise to make this as pain-free and stress-free as humanly possible!

About Us:

We Are:

nocci Can Partner With You To Offer:

Secret Insider Tip:

Detailed Services:

nocci Wedding Packages

Make Your Event Virtual

COVID-19 Information & Pandemic Relief Resources

Links to Pandemic Relief Resources

nocci Update Regarding COVID19

New Year, New Look! NOCCI Announces New Logo!

New Year, New Look.

Same Great Services.

Have a Safe and Happy Holiday Season!

Dottie Selected as a Member of YLC's 2018 Role Model Class

Celebrate NOLA's 300th With Us!

This is a subtitle for your new post

Our City, Our Future Tricentennial Concert

Tricentennial NOLA Navy Week

Tall Ships New Orleans

Citywide Family Reunion

Turn Your Tailgate Up A Notch

This is a subtitle for your new post

Prep & Pack Your Cooler ﻿

Bungee Cords are “Major Key!”

“Phone, Wallet, Keys” and Other Important Items Not to Forget at Home:

What's Cooking?

A Little Party Never Killed Nobody

Prep & Pack Your Cooler