I've been following a few of my industry colleagues who are working on streamlining event proposals. Personally, I think it's an excellent idea. Those of us who have been around the industry a block or two understand the need for streamlining. An event proposal, and its format, can … [Read more...]
3 Event Planning Tips for Off-Site Venues
If you're planning an event, do you keep it on-site (say the hotel ballroom, for example) or do you take a group off-site for a unique venue? That's a common question that meeting planners address during the planning stages. These event planning tips are designed to help a meeting … [Read more...]
I Survived an Event Where Donald Trump Was the Keynote Speaker (Wait, This is Not About Him!)
I swear to you this isn't one of those posts about Donald Trump and the ongoing train wreck that is his current PR campaign. Honestly, this is about selecting a keynote speaker that's right for your group. Here's the setup. I attended a conference a couple of years back with a focus … [Read more...]
When to Schedule Events
For a meeting planner knowing when to schedule events is an integral part of their day job. It can definitely be a juggling act. And timing is of the essence. A good meeting planner takes the time, up front, to address every component of the meeting or event to ensure that nothing is … [Read more...]
5 Unique Ideas for Tours
Sightseeing tours and attractions are offered during meetings and conferences. Often referred to as spouse programs, tours give attendees a chance to get out and visit what the host city has to offer. Meeting planners are always being challenged to come up with unique and creative … [Read more...]
