Every event professional should have their own list of personal items, gadgets and accessories that help them achieve their event goals. What's on your list of must-have essentials? Here are some of ours: Filing System Having your own style of filing and tracking documents both on and offline will keep you on track and save [...]
We are planning for a very earthy wedding that allows us to share some of our own interests with our loved ones. Here are some ways we're choosing to incorporate bohemian themes into our special day. Macrame Decor Macrame decor is very bohemian-chic. Attend a workshop to make wall hangings with your bridesmaids or scope [...]
Though we do our fair share of blogging, we still look to other helpful resources to stay on the ball! Event blogs are chock full of goodies to help organizers and attendees get the most out of their conference planning and event going experience. Check these blogs out to stay inspired! 1. Bizbash Bizbash is one [...]
Looking for the perfect meeting venue but not quite sure what you should be asking? We've compiled some key questions to help you make your final decision. 1. What sets your destination apart? This is a broad, open-ended question that gives the prospective venue to wow you. It is also an opportunity for them to discuss [...]
When it comes to trends, Millennials have been eyeing the wedding industry and making their intentions known. Now that Millennials are in the general age range of those getting married, industry experts and planners are taking notice and jumping on their trend bandwagons in an effort of securing some of their business. Here are some [...]
My fiance turns 30 this year, and that means my surprise party planning is officially in full swing. It's safe to say that I've got surprise parties on the brain so I wanted to share with you some tips to help you plan your own parties! Hush Do not talk about the surprise party, and [...]
Lunch weddings are a great alternative to dinner weddings are an incredibly trendy decision! As many of you know, I'm fully immersed in wedding planning at the moment and I want to share some of my learnings along the way. One of those learnings? Lunch weddings are kind of amazing. Here are some reasons a [...]
When it comes to sourcing the perfect event venue, here are some tips and tricks to help ease the process! 1. Know your meeting objectives and requirements. You need to start strong and by determining these at the outset, you’ll decrease the search process. 2. Don’t feel alone! Reach out to your team, or others [...]
When planning an event, one of the opportunities you have as host is finding a venue that is anything but traditional. Here are some examples of venue options that will have guests eager to attend your next event! Rooftop Take attendees to a rooftop venue, an ideal escape for meeting planners looking to “wow” their groups [...]
If you’re anything like me, you show up to networking events starving. The event arrived too quickly, you were too busy, and assumed there'd be food at the event anyway. At the event, you gather your name badge and head straight to the food and drink tables. Weighed down by laptop bags, a drink, and [...]
