We had a great time on our LIVE interview session with Monica Balli discussing TECHNOLOGY IN EVENT PLANNING: VrPlanr. Monica Balli is based in Tuscany, Italy, and has 20 yrs experience as a destination event planner, with over 800 events planned throughout the Mediterranean, USA and opening new, amazing destinations in Middle East and Africa…. Read more »
Are you planning an event or meeting and unsure where to hold it? Don’t worry; you’re not alone. Site selection can be tricky, but with the right tips, you can find the perfect location for your gathering. Please keep reading for our top tips on site selection! “Site selection can make or break the event…. Read more »
Perhaps you want to treat your business associates, employees, or customers to an event to celebrate your company or mark a special occasion. In that case, you should start planning right away. Not sure what you need to do or even where to begin? Read on for some tips and tricks to plan and host… Read more »
No matter how big or small the event, planners have to be prepared for anything and everything. After all, it’s their job to ensure the event goes off without a hitch! “When it comes to events, planners are the ones who make sure everything runs smoothly. From start to finish, they are responsible for ensuring… Read more »
When you’re planning a corporate or business event to generate leads, raise your brand awareness, or reward your employees, there is always a certain amount of prep involved. And planning the perfect event can soon become overwhelming if you don’t have the support you need. So here are some tips to help you host a… Read more »
Events are a great way to bring people together and create memories that will last a lifetime. It may only last an hour or two, but the best ones are those filled with the most delightful moments. “It doesn’t matter whether it is a simple gathering or a grand conference. What matters is how you… Read more »
With outdoor festivals beginning to take place again, you might be facing the prospect of planning your first festival. Since there are so many variables involved in making sure this type of event goes off without a hitch, we are going to give you a rough guide to success! Step 1: Know your audience and… Read more »
What’s a Carménère? Are there any differences between Tuscan wines and those from, say, Sonoma? It doesn’t take more than a scan of grocery shelves these days to show you that wines are . . .well, confuzzling! But you don’t have to be an expert to sort through the tangles of vino information out there…. Read more »
Whether it’s a glamorous corporate event or an intimate family gathering, an intimate family gathering or a personal milestone, hosting an event can be daunting. With so many factors to consider, it’s easy to commit blunders if you do it all on your own. Thankfully, there are event specialists that you can rely on! Events… Read more »
Team building retreats can help bring people together. Hosting a corporate retreat is the perfect opportunity to promote collaboration, teamwork and boost employee morale. Especially with the “new normal” and people moving to remote work environments, corporate retreats can be the perfect opportunity to bring everyone together. 1. A Fresh Way to Know Coworkers Better… Read more »
Whether it’s for a wedding, a bucks/hen’s night, a homecoming party, or a debut, selecting a venue for your event is always a deal-breaker. With the attendees in mind, one must not settle for the budget alone. Inexperienced organizers have time and again failed to consider other details, which may seem minor but could become… Read more »
Whether it’s a grand affair or an intimate celebration in a rustic barn, weddings can be potentially stressful. And as the bride, the last thing you want is to sweat the small stuff on your wedding day. Hiring a wedding planner might sound luxurious, but it’s actually pretty standard. We’ve listed down the ways that… Read more »
For those about to rock, well, . . . you might need to hold that thought. But that all depends upon your risk tolerance. If you love the energy of a live performance, things are starting to look better because of the aggressive U.S. covid vaccination campaign and the golden benchmark of herd immunity. In… Read more »
It’s not news that the hardworking people who make up the hotel industry—from housekeepers and wait staff to general managers—have their work cut out for them in the era of COVID-19. Occupancy rates remain low, as both global and local travel restrictions are deterring leisure and business travelers alike. In November, the World Travel &… Read more »
In the age of COVID-19, we are all looking for new ways to connect with loved ones and friends from a distance. Since social distancing mandates are preventing us from meeting up as we usually would during the holiday season, it is vital that we learn to adapt as best we can. Video conferencing platforms… Read more »
Since it has become apparent that the impacts of COVID-19 are here to stay, many catering companies across the world are having to adapt to stay afloat. Naturally, the most challenging aspect of the pandemic for catering companies is the fact that events are much more restricted due to social distancing measures. With most state… Read more »
If you and your partner were planning to get married in the spring or summer of 2020, it is likely that things probably haven’t panned out as you hoped. With COVID-19 impacting people who work in weddings in various ways, you might be turning your attention towards holding your special day virtually. Of course, as… Read more »
Planning a corporate event, wedding, and any other occasion in between can be a difficult task that requires balancing many moving pieces. Event planners and professional party organizers are highly sought-after for their ability to manage every aspect of the process. A successful gathering requires expertise and seasoned specialists to navigate the unpredictable nature that… Read more »
What do dinosaurs and conventions have in common? They’ve both gone extinct . . . or at least it feels that way. The standing room only panels and meetings, the gregarious socials that are the backbone of innovation and networking for many industries are, at best, just not a good idea during the covid pandemic… Read more »
Sales is an act of service. Unfortunately, its intrusive nature means it’s not always viewed that way. However, the fundamental concept of sales is clear: You have a service or product to provide. If this product or service is a solution to a problem for the consumer, you should be selling it. Your act of… Read more »