Cocktail reception, happy hour or evening networking stints at any event typically involve wine, beer or other alcohol. Across the industry, meeting attendees are demanding healthier menus and are now requesting low and non-alcohol options at functions. Joe Herrig, a…
You’ve taken the time secure a dynamic and ecological site. You’ve made sure the attendees will get to taste and enjoy the local food and flavors. You’ve even taken steps to reduce your group’s waste and recycle when possible. What…
In the business world, we’re asked on many occasions to be paramount at being budget-savvy without appearing cut-rate, bargain-basement or just down right as cheap. Trinity Creek Consulting shares some cost-saving tips and trends that might help your organization save…
No one likes the talking head. Or enjoys listening to a speaker that is monotone, has no personality and doesn’t know how to engage the audience. As a planner, the months of constructing a flawless event can be ruined by…
Event planners, volunteers, even speaker bureaus plan for months to secure the perfect speaker and coordinate a flawless breakout or general session. However, impeccable plans sometimes take a turn due to poor weather, a delayed flight or even illness. Even…
Let’s face it. Traveling is part of our world. Yet, the healthy routines we have established at home do not have to come to a halt when we’re on the road. CWT Solutions, a travel management platform, recently polled over…
Traveling the globe has become more common than ever. Yet, knowing when to tip, and even how much, can be difficult as tends to vary with each destination. Many US travelers don’t want to be known as the ugly American…
A successful event or conference usually includes a strong presence from industry-related vendors. Regardless if you’re a small regional organization or a large Fortune 100 company, having resilient vendor relationships can help to sponsor speakers, entertainment, food and beverage and…
Meeting and event planners of today are now challenged to coordinate creative, delicious “brain food,” that offer essential nutrients to counteract mistakes, stress and low productivity…..which are not the perfect recipe for a successful business meeting. Brain fare should include…
As we gain experience and knowledge daily, it is the power of the “basics” or “the little things” that continue to capture or keep clients. Here are some quick reminders of what clients value: Arrive on time (if you know…