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 […]
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 […]
Venues of North Scottsdale
Venues of North Scottsdale Venues North Scottsdale maintains a heavy calendar of events and produces every type of event possible. From the traditional hotel ballroom and convention center environments to highway tunnels, open fields, and urban streets. We have many testimonials in all categories for our innovative and globally spectacular productions. Providing our clients with […]
The do’s and don’ts of holiday office party etiquette
The do’s and don’ts of holiday office party etiquette Every winter, business owners host formal and sometimes elaborate holiday parties. At the very least, excess celebration and etiquette mistakes can become fodder for next day stories and eventually legend for future parties. How can you navigate the office holiday party like a pro? Sharon Schweitzer, […]
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 […]
2019 Smart Women in Meetings Award winner
2019 Press Releases Smart Meetings Announces Winners of 2019 Smart Women in Meetings Awards SAUSALITO, Calif., March 4, 2019 — Smart Meetings, the leading media company and most trusted resource for meeting professionals, is proud to announce the winners of the fourth annual Smart Women in Meetings Awards. This prestigious awards platform has come to serve as […]
Things to Factor in While Selecting a Venue Location
Things to Factor in While Selecting a Venue Location Finding and settling on a venue is one of the most difficult tasks of any event planning routine. The venue has the power to make your event a rampant success or a washout. Its location also greatly matters in deciding the fate of your event. This […]
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 […]
What if you broke the mold on venue selection
What if you broke the mold on venue selection What if you broke the mold on venue selection? Unfortunately, predictable locations are big contributors to events’ overall “sameness” and can lead to declining attendance and results. Let’s face it, once attendees arrive at a venue, most meeting rooms and ballrooms are alike. But what would […]
