Once upon a time, the sign of a great event was the fact that all eyes were glued to the speaker or presenter at the front of the room.Thanks to technology, that’s not necessarily true. Even the most riveting speakers in the history of the world might be hard-pressed these days to look out at their audience without seeing at least a couple of guests with their heads buried in their phones, laptops or tablets.So, if you can’t beat them, join them, as the old adage says.Instead of ...
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5 Cool Tech Options to Consider for your Next Event
You’re planning your next big event. Let’s face it - the last thing you want it to be is a snoozefest.When you’re putting together an event, you want it to run smoothly, encourage engagement, and ensure your participants leave with a positive impression of you, the event and your business/organization.When you put it together, you don’t have to aspire to be the second-coming of CES.However, you can think about ways to add technology that will wow your team, whether it’s a third-party ...
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Choosing the Best Gifts for Corporate Events
When you’re planning a corporate event, you want every last detail to be perfect. You don’t want microphones giving off obnoxious reverb as your executives begin to speak. You don’t want a lunch that’s served hot when it should be cold, or cold when it should be hot. And, you don’t want corporate gifts that are forgettable, or worse, laughable.Finding the right giveaway or promotional items for a corporate event can be tricky. You’re probably working within a set budget and, at the same ...
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7 Tips for Planning a Corporate Leadership Retreat
Corporate retreats are much more than just getting out of the office. They provide a chance for leadership teams to come together, put away distractions, and focus on their opportunities for success.When you’re planning one of these events, your focus should be on finding a space for collaboration, for connection and for innovation.And, it should be on creating an environment where the focus is on brainstorming and working together. Minimizing distractions is a crucial part of your role ...
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9 Questions You Should Ask your Venue when Planning an Event
When you’re planning an event, there are dozens of small details that can either make or break your day. While you may be able to find the perfect room for your gathering, there are still many other details you’ll need to iron out to make sure everything goes smoothly.As you’re searching for a venue, it can be easy to let emotions take over. However, to be sure you’re happy and satisfied the day of your event, take your logical side (and this list!) with you to your venue review ...
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9 Unconventional Themes for Your Next Party
If you think partying like it’s 1999 is so yesterday, or feel a little bratty just thinking about another barbecue with beer and brats, you might need to get creative with your next party theme. Instead of sticking with the same old banquet or mixer set up, consider an option that allows you to use your creativity and get your guests talking about how unique and clever you are.We’ve put together a list of fun and unconventional party themes that just might work if you’re looking for ...
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Why Having an On-Site Hotel Makes Event Planning 100x Easier
Putting together an event is a lot of work, whether it’s for business, pleasure or a mix of both. If you’re an event planning perfectionist, you know you want to limit the variables that can wreak havoc and skyrocket stress levels on the day of your event.That’s where an on-site hotel comes into play. When you’re able to host your event, or enjoy your time with colleagues, family or friends, at a venue with a hotel, it makes your life exponentially easier and more enjoyable.Having ...
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