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The events industry has been hit hard. Events need to consider new business models and revenue streams to keep themselves diversified and stable. Virtual events are one solution to the problem,…
Jake JorgovanMay 18, 2020
It's important to constantly prepare for the future of the events industry. One way we do this is by cultivating and encouraging the up-and-coming icons in this industry. But it's…
Will CurranJuly 4, 2017
This week's #EventIcons guest is one of the most respected figures in digital media. He has a 20-year history in thought leadership, experiential events, and technology. Got your attention? Read…
Sarah ChristlJune 15, 2021
2018 event marketing trends point to video becoming this year's content marketing juggernaut. With everyone rushing to upload their own talking heads and animated content, is there still a place…
Glenn SantosFebruary 9, 2018
How do you capture the attention of an audience and mesmerize them from the second the first person takes the stage to the last person leaving? Try two large 27-foot…
Will CurranMay 6, 2015
It's time for another episode of #EventIcons, and this time, it's all about client gifts. So, it's no secret that everybody loves gifts, right? They're a fantastic way to send…
Lindsay Martin-BilbreyMay 14, 2019
The whole world is talking about it, including the Brew Crew: inflation and recession are on the horizon - yet again. In certain industries, it has fully arrived. But since…
Anja GrcarApril 28, 2022
Let's be real.. At some point you are bound to be caught off-guard by Sh*t Event Planners Say. When you are planning an event, you want, more than anything, for…
Will CurranSeptember 6, 2016
Everybody gather around for some brewing about attendee gifts! So, let's be real. If you were to count the number of chachkies you've received over the years as an attendee,…
Thuy DiepDecember 19, 2019
We're willing to bet you've asked yourself what to do when your AV company slacks off at least once. Because AV companies and teams aren't flawless. And sometimes, they can…
Brandt KruegerMarch 2, 2020
Event technology has finally become an integral part of our event strategies. It’s taken us many years, even though many event profs have been preaching about numerous benefits of event…
Anja GrcarMay 5, 2022
It’s no secret that inflation is out of control. As of November 30, 2022, inflation in the U.S. clocked in at 7.11% — and consumers are feeling the pinch at…
Sonja HaydenJanuary 10, 2023
Wouldn't the world be perfect if every person out there felt event FOMO? In particular for the event that you've put together? Fear Of Missing Out, or FOMO, is a…
Nick BorelliSeptember 25, 2019
If you are an event planner it's safe to say you've been stressed out a time or two. But how do manage event planning stress? Dealing with stress as an…
Kaitlin ColstonNovember 22, 2017
Welcome to the AV audit where we dissect AV proposals every single month. We break them down live on air, showing you the good, the bad, and the ugly. We…
Will CurranMarch 22, 2019
There’s still a place for planning events with conventional venue layouts, particularly with corporate conferences and workshops. Moreover, if you decide to stay with a traditional venue, you might want…
Kristen CooperJune 27, 2018
Conference planning is well underway. You’ve secured a convention center in a city that’s going to get people excited. You’ve booked a keynote speaker that is sure to wow! You’re…
Shannon KellyJune 6, 2018
Gone are the days when you had to rely on feedback from participants after the event, to make the next one better. Now, you can adjust things as they happen…
Kristen CooperJune 11, 2018
So, are you ready to get into the nitty-gritty of event strategy and consulting? That's right, we're introducing our final edition of the partnership with MPI. And we're proud to…
Mariana FernandesOctober 11, 2019
It’s amazing how the events industry has embraced new technology so wholeheartedly. And because it’s giving it such a big welcome bear hug, we saw it fit to share with…
Glenn SantosApril 26, 2015
The community model has established itself as one of the biggest event trends of 2022. So much so that many event platforms are now in fact calling themselves community platforms…
Anja GrcarMarch 2, 2022
You've all heard about AR and VR at events. The terms have been buzzwords for years now, they are constantly on the biggest trends lists and talked about. But how…
Brandt KruegerFebruary 13, 2019
Event lighting can make or break your event. If you get the wrong types it may not serve the purpose you were hoping for, set the wrong mood, and much…
Brandt KruegerFebruary 20, 2019
Today we're teaching you all about negotiating AV prices. Have AV quotes bamboozled you before? You’re not alone there. And if you don’t understand the quote, it can be tricky…
Kristen CooperAugust 22, 2018
Can you feel that, event planner? It's the dawn of the hybrid event era! The virtual revolution paved the way to greater accessibility and inclusivity, so it goes without saying…
Anja GrcarSeptember 29, 2021
This week we are live from Connect Marketplace! If you are unfamiliar, Connect Marketplace is all about meeting with the best minds in the industry, they have the most interesting…
Will CurranAugust 26, 2018
We're so excited to feature SongDivision - the world's premier Experiential Music Agency! Since 2003, they've pioneered music-based team building programs, conference openers, and experiential marketing campaigns around the globe,…
Will CurranOctober 18, 2016
Imagine an event where the audience takes the reins, curating the perfect musical experience by making real-time requests and communicating with the band. Today, we're thrilled to introduce you to…
Will CurranMay 8, 2023