Winter Event Inspiration Ideas
The Winter holiday season is approaching fast. Holidays are tons of events with cool themes, of course with all the precautions. There are many ideas to spark your imagination and wow your guests on your winter event.
Planning the Perfect Corporate Christmas Party
Planning the Perfect Corporate Christmas Party Is everyone in your office always talking about that one Christmas party that was so great? Or maybe they’re complaining about having to attend the same boring party again this holiday season. Either way, if the burden of planning this year’s party has fallen on your shoulders, we are […]
Hottest Trend: Industrial-Style Spaces
Hottest Trend: Industrial-Style Spaces. Industrial-style spaces are one of this year’s biggest trends in the events industry. These edgy venues make a bold statement and bring guests together in new and exciting ways. Exposed brickwork, steel beams and original fixtures (complete with peeling paint) make an authentic backdrop for a thoroughly urban affair. In this article, we take a […]
3 Reasons Why Relationships Still Matter
3 Reasons Why Relationships Still Matter. With the recent passing of several industry veterans and friends,I started to reflect upon my generation of meeting industry leaders. The one thing we all have in common is that during our time in the industry, professional relationships really mattered. I’m not saying that current leaders are not relationship […]
Scottsdale most visited city in the Southwest
Scottsdale most visited city in the Southwest; it’s one of the most dynamic cities on the planet. We have fabulous parks and museums and world-class dining, shopping, entertainment and hotels. We have everything you (and your guests!) could want—including a long list of special event venues. The most dynamic cities on the planet Corporate events are […]
Etiquette Mistakes at the Company Holiday Party
At the very least, excess celebration and etiquette mistakes at the company holiday party can become fodder for next day stories and eventually office legend for future parties. And, according to industry surveys, about 15% of those companies that have hosted holiday parties say that inappropriate employee behavior at holiday parties in the past has […]
7 Holiday Work Party Ideas
7 Holiday Work Party Ideas. Organizing the annual holiday work party can be a lot of fun if you approach things the right way. Like all event planning projects, the primary focus should be on the attendees. When your guests have a great time the event will be remembered as a success, regardless of any details […]
The Event Venue a most delicate…
The Event venue most delicate… A research found what influences that decision. The largest trade shows in the meeting and event industry are mainly focused about connecting two audiences: event professionals and venues. If you walk the floor of IBTM or IMEX events you will notice dozens of venues (sometimes through convention bureaus or national tourism […]
Don’t Fall for Scammer ‘Clients’
Don’t Fall for Scammer ‘Clients’. Bogus “clients” who pass bad checks off on event planners are back in business—with a vengeance. Nicole Matthews of The Henley Co. in San Diego alerted Special Events last month that a supposed “client” wanted to give Nicole a deposit for an event he would hire her to plan. He […]
Before Summer is Over – Book that Christmas Party!
Summer goes fast – Time to Book the Scottsdale Holiday Party. Another year over, one more holiday party to plan. Dust off last year’s ugly sweaters, book the venue, and call the caterer to order the identical “Amuse Bouche Spoons” and Stuffed Mushrooms you order every year … when you get an inspiration: why not […]
