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 »
We had a great time on our LIVE interview session with Bruce Hill discussing HOW TO TRANSFORM YOUR LIFE AND BUSINESS. Bruce Hill is a Sales Coach and Professional Speaker with New Skills New You. He helps individuals and organizations improve performance, productivity, and profitability in the area of sales, leadership, team building, customer service,… Read more »
We had a great time on our LIVE interview session with Marissa Q. Paine discussing GIRL, GET OVER YOURSELF: OVERCOMING SELF-SABOTAGE WHEN IT’S TIME TO SHIFT. Marissa Q. Paine is a transformational executive coach for women entrepreneurs and executives and an elephant-in-the-room change leadership consultant to mission-centered organizations. Her #MakeShiftHappen mantra inspires visionaries worldwide to… Read more »
We had a great time on our LIVE interview session with Julie DeLucca-Collins about PODCAST STRATEGY. Julie DeLucca-Collins is the Founder and CEO of Go Confidently Coaching and the host of the popular podcast Casa De Confidence Podcast. Julie began her career as a Pre-K teacher and later worked with Middle School students. Over the… Read more »
We had a great time on our LIVE interview session with Robin Hills about HOW TO SLOW DOWN TO SPEED UP IN BUSINESS. Robin Hills is the Director of Ei4Change – Emotional Intelligence 4 Change – a company specializing in training, coaching and personal development focused on emotional intelligence, positive psychology and neuroscience. Robin has… Read more »
We had a great time on our LIVE interview session with Whitney Eckis about THE POWER OF INFLUENCE. Whitney Eckis started her career perfecting the practices of growing brands and businesses in the digital space. At the vibrant age of 22, she became the Founder and CEO of Eckis Marketing, a creative communications agency based… Read more »
We had a great time on our LIVE interview session with Laurel Carpenter discussing WHY YOUR BRAND VOICE IS IMPORTANT AND HOW TO FIND IT. In 2018, Laurel left a 20-year career as a social service executive specializing in learning and development to start a branding and writing agency, Pearl Consulting NYC, with her journalist… Read more »
We had a great time on our LIVE interview session with Julie Livingston discussing LINKEDIN TIPS FOR BUSINESS OWNERS. Julie Livingston, president, WantLeverage Communications, is a New York City-based public relations and LinkedIn marketing expert. She specializes in elevating executive presence by developing their thought leadership and media placement, as a means of strengthening competitive… Read more »
We had a great time on our LIVE interview session with Stephanie LaFlora discussing MULTI-SIDED PLATFORM MANAGEMENT. It took being rejected for service at five separate salons due to her 4C textured hair for Stephanie LaFlora to realize that something was terribly wrong with the beauty industry. Driven to solve the problems of her own… 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 »
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 »
I’m thrilled to have been included in this blog that originally appeared in Cvent. We all need a little inspiration from time to time. Whether it’s a personal pick-me-up or to stay current, there’s no better place to turn than social media. Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn are powerful platforms that create communities. The question is,… 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 »
There are people that work hard and get it done, and then there are a select few who consistently shine. This is a list of 21 women in the events world that you should be following for education and inspiration as they always deliver above and beyond, with endless drive and world-class communication skills. March… 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 »
I recently had an event planner client ask me how I schedule out my days and what systems I use. (I coach event planners on how to start an event planning business without making costly mistakes or help kick their existing business to the next level.) The first thing I do each day is workout… Read more »
With the growing concern of sexual harassment and sexual assault, event planners are finding it more important than ever to have conversations around code of conduct at their events. Many companies like the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) are implementing stronger guidelines to address unacceptable and harassing behaviors, and the consequences for such… Read more »