We take a look at the new travel ban, what’s changed, what hasn’t and how it will affect meetings and events. The latest iteration of the travel ban, signed by the president yesterday, removes Iraq from the ban and drops a provision that protected religious minorities. Other than … | Continue reading
We are excited to announce an exclusive partnership with our friends at The International School of Hospitality (TISOH) to bring you the best education in the event industry. Since I started this blog ten years ago, ‘Where should I get my education?’ has been one of the most recu … | Continue reading
Give your event the wow factor as soon as attendees walk in the door with these ideas, tips and tricks to making a great first impression. Your event starts the moment attendees walk through the door and it’s up to you to introduce the experience the right way. Grand entrances ar … | Continue reading
In this new video, we talk about the three T’s that are essential to being successful in the events industry. There are thousands of small details that event professionals have to manage with every single event and in order to do so, there are three key things that they need to h … | Continue reading
Negativity could be one of the biggest things holding you back in your life and event planning career. When the negative seems overwhelming, let the positive back in again with some of these strategies and tips to get ahead. In a world where we are tuned into every bad news story … | Continue reading
We show you 30 stunning table centerpieces for your admiration and inspiration ahead of your next event. Table centerpieces are an essential part of your event décor, especially for guests at sit down dinners. It is important to cater your ideas to the space and shape of the tabl … | Continue reading
A recent event website data breach has led to hundreds of thousands people’s personal data ending up in the wrong hands. Here’s what we know and what you can do to keep your attendee data safe. Earlier this week, reports surfaced of user data from Coachella’s website being offere … | Continue reading
Before you rush into any event partnership, you need to consider these tips and pay attention to these warning signs to make sure that the agreement is right for you. An event partnership can be very lucrative for both parties and creates a unique way to collaborate and bring the … | Continue reading
If you’re looking for a way to increase your product user base, events are a great way to do it. Here are some event types that can help. Let’s assume you’re happy with your product or service. You think it’s the tops. Or maybe your client thinks her business is awesome but it’s … | Continue reading
This is a sponsored post written by Genaya Cameron, Director, Event Operations at Halifax Convention Centre. More information about Event Manager Blog’s sponsored posts. There are three vital but tough questions all event planners should ask their venues to give your event the be … | Continue reading
Changes to immigration policies and international relations have disconnected the business world and international events are going to suffer. How different is the world travel map in 2017? Read on to find out. Recent changes to immigration policies and international relations ha … | Continue reading
This is a sponsored post written by Grace Cheung, Marketing Assistant at QuickMobile. More information about Event Manager Blog’s sponsored posts. Networking is important. No one denies this. So why deny your attendees the ability to connect beyond the superficial? Profile matchi … | Continue reading
Planning an event at Walt Disney World® Resorts is a fanciful undertaking and the possibilities are so vast it can be a little overwhelming. Here are 20 things to help that you might not know. Walt Disney World Resorts hosts all sizes and types of groups. If you can find a type o … | Continue reading
Harassment at meetings is a big problem, according to a recent survey. The report shows that 60% of respondents had experienced harassment at scientific meetings in the last 2 years. Only a handful reported it at the time. The problem of harassment at meetings is worse than we th … | Continue reading
Live streaming has gone mainstream and everyone finally has the technology to do it themselves. Three popular options are available to incorporate into your event strategy today but which one fits the unique goals of your event? In the past two years, social media has embraced li … | Continue reading
There’s a lot of talk about virtual reality in the event industry but how ready for it are we really? Here we discuss what’s needed for your attendees and whether the adoption is living up to the hype. We’ve said it before but 2017 really is turning out to be the year of VR. We’r … | Continue reading
This is a sponsored post by Christy Huggins, Senior Social Media Manager at Eventbrite. More information about Event Manager Blog’s sponsored posts. LinkedIn is a powerful platform for promoting events that many planners overlook. Here is the why, what, when, and how to get the m … | Continue reading
There is no need to rely on anyone else, take charge of your event planner life with these self-management hacks and reclaim your day. Productivity is the key to managing your life but this can be hard to find and while we can’t control the amount of hours in the day, we can make … | Continue reading
The Oscars 2017 will go down in history for the wrong coronation of the Best Picture award. How can such a simple mistake have an incredible impact and most of all, how can you avoid it at your next event? The whole world is in shock after the debacle at the Oscars 2017. In an [… … | Continue reading
The attention is in the detail so up your origami game with inspiration from these amazing napkin art designs. At a catered event, napkins are essential, and a great opportunity to add an unexpected finishing touch and talking point. Since they are going to be on the table, you m … | Continue reading
Once again, rumors are circulating about Facebook buying Twitter. We take a look at the facts, the fiction and what it could all mean for eventprofs. Facebook has been chasing after Twitter for some time now. According to Twitter Founder, Biz Stone, an offer was made several year … | Continue reading
Looking for an event destination that “gets” social media? Then you’re looking for more than just consistent posting. These examples will show you what some of the most popular destinations are doing on social media. What’s the best destination for social media savvy attendees or … | Continue reading
Eventtia event management software is designed for those who want to have full control over their events. Here is our review. Eventtia: What Is It? Eventtia event management software is for eventprofs who want a self service platform to manage the full event lifecycle including e … | Continue reading
Your personal brand defines who you are and can help to define you as an influencer in your industry. Here is how to work towards personal branding success. Whether you are the head of a large corporation or a small start-up, or even just finding your way in the events industry, … | Continue reading
If your event had a gym, would your attendees use it? A new study indicates that the trend towards personal fitness might not be what we thought. A recent survey by Quartz showed that only 22% of hotel guests use gym facilities compared to 46% who said they planned to. This appea … | Continue reading
Conferize is a free, all-in-one, digital solution for people creating events. It incorporates an event website, ticket sales and online community. Here is our review. Conferize: What Is It? Conferize is a free tool which enables you to set up an event website in minutes and start … | Continue reading
Leaders can learn a lot from reading and Seth Godin is one of those authors you just want to sit down and have coffee with. His practical advice speaks to professionals in a variety of industries. These quotes can help you see event planning from a new perspective and may inspire … | Continue reading
Twitter is making a push for live event coverage with a focus on live video streaming. Better Twitter live streaming is good news for eventprofs but is it too little too late? Twitter is stepping up its game in terms of how the platform facilitates event coverage. Increased inves … | Continue reading
Are you trying to line up sponsors for recurring events with little lead time in between? Here are a few things to keep in mind as your sponsor needs will differ from other one-off events. Securing event sponsorship for any event can be challenging and sponsorship models and expe … | Continue reading
Setting goals can help your workload and eventprof career. Here are some expert tips to help you utilize them to your advantage. Organization is key in the fast-paced event industry and goals are an excellent tool to get what you want. Many people set goals or aims subconsciously … | Continue reading
Fast forward to 2060 as we analyse how the changes in event technology will impact events and in particular, how they are planned. As one of the strongest drivers for change in the event industry, technology plays a prominent role in the planning and management of events. A repor … | Continue reading
For foodspiration or ways to incorporate your theme into your desserts, dessert stations like these can be the way forward. Food stations can add a classy element to buffet style dining at larger events and can be cheaper than a sit down meal. It is a great opportunity to create … | Continue reading
Mixed reality blurs the lines between the real and virtual worlds. Those blurred lines will soon be commonplace at events. Are you ready? Lately, it seems like virtual reality has been getting all the press, and rightly so. The last two years have seen the technology advance at a … | Continue reading
Blame it on virtual reality or the fact that video games are more “realistic” than real life nowadays, but crowds crave the escape into other worlds. They no longer want to just visit an exhibition. They want to be engulfed by it. Here are a few exhibitions that are doing just th … | Continue reading
JotForm 4.0 is the redesigned version of the custom online form builder, with lots of new and improved features. Here is our review. JotForm 4.0: What Is It? February 1st saw the launch of JotForm 4.0, the redesigned interface of the WYSIWYG form builder, originally founded in 20 … | Continue reading
Are you looking for an event venue that’s out of this world for your Sci-Fi themed event? We have ten venues that will make your guests feel like they’re visiting the last frontier. With projection mapping you can create an otherworldly experience easily. You can transform a bori … | Continue reading
If you’re thinking of starting an event business, set up meetings with some of these people first as they could be your lifeline to success. When starting an event business you will quickly learn that you can’t do it alone, contacts are everything in the entrepreneurial world. He … | Continue reading
This is a sponsored post by Visit Anaheim. More information about Event Manager Blog’s sponsored posts. Anaheim, a family-friendly destination, is also a great location for meetings, incentive trips, conferences, and corporate events. Ever since Disneyland opened on July 17, 1955 … | Continue reading
This year’s Grammy awards was – as it always is – an excellent example of how to get events right, but for us, the real star of the show was the high-speed camera robot used on the red carpet. Camera robots will be coming to an event near you soon. What Are Camera Robots? The […] … | Continue reading
In this new video, we talk about five event tech trends you should definitely take notice of in 2017. Every year our Event Trends Report is downloaded thousands of times. In this feature video Julius Solaris, Editor of EventMB, discusses five event tech trends that will be hot fo … | Continue reading
Event planning might not be every youngster’s first career choice but it can easily steal your heart and get the endorphins pumping. Here are 14 top reasons why you can’t help but fall in love with it. There are sexy occupations in the world. Lead singer of a band, for one. That … | Continue reading
Did we fall asleep and wake up in George Orwell’s 1984? Face recognition software is everywhere. Even your event. Face recognition is a double edged sword. Like fingerprints, your face is unique, which makes it a really handy thing to have in any software that needs to identify p … | Continue reading
Drones are a recurring presence in more and events near you. How can you use them to make your event more secure, successful and engaging? I can see you going ‘whatever’ on me. I spent an hour with one of the top experts on drones in the US. Give me 10 minutes of reading time […] … | Continue reading
These quotes are a perfect fit for event professionals. Here are 30 quotes to inspire and motivate you. We could all do with a little more motivation, and it can be found in many different places. Here are 30 interesting quotes to resonate with event planners. Save, share and loo … | Continue reading
Could Twitch Communities be the backchannel eventprofs have always hoped for? We take a look at what the new feature brings to the gameplay streaming platform and how it could benefit the events industry. When Twitch started back in 2011, it was a revolution in social video for g … | Continue reading
You may be jeopardizing your own eventprof career without realizing it. You may not be aware of these 12 psychological factors but they could be hurting your future progression as an event professional. Your psyche makes up who you are, your behavior, beliefs and your moral compa … | Continue reading
Gaming events are about two things: technology and community. You need to maximize both in order to host a successful gaming event. Here’s how. All the world’s a game…err stage…and all the men and women, merely players. That’s (basically) what Shakespeare wrote over 400 years ago … | Continue reading
If you are feeling like you live out of a suitcase and that airports are your second home you need this essential list of 32 popular event destination airports with free WiFi. With competitive prices and frequent flights, planning and managing events in other countries has become … | Continue reading