Hybrid meetings are becoming increasingly popular and for good reason based on statistics. Hybrid meetings combine the best of both worlds (virtual meeting and in-person meeting) by allowing attendees to engage from anywhere in the world, whether physically present in the conference room or virtually by laptop or smartphone. Hybrid events also improve the quality of the event because attendees are in-person, interacting with presenters and speakers, etc. increasing engagement for everyone … [Read more...]
Top Tips and Trends for Event Planning in 2023
Trends come and trends go like a fleeting fad or a craze. However, when it comes to events and event planning (events require so much work), trends stay longer than most. As event planners, it’s very important not only to be up to date with event trends but also to adapt to these event trends. In this article, we'll share the top trends and effective tips for event success in 2023. So, get ready to make your event the talk of the town. Let's dive in! What will be the Biggest Challenge in … [Read more...]
2023 Webinar Best Practices
Webinars have been proven to be very profitable to businesses today. This is evident in the increasing number of corporations and organizations utilizing it to generate leads and convert. Profitable as it can be, it also poses different challenges as in the case of in-person seminars. Because of its value, as an event planner, it is a must that you are aware of webinar best practices to be able to implement them in your next online event. If you’re still hesitant about the value of webinars, … [Read more...]
Your Guide to Event Management Process: What is It and How Do You Do It?
The idea of learning something new and meeting new people is exhilarating, that's why events are exciting and thrilling. Yet, the event management process can be a strenuous and enormous task. You have to look closely at the details to be sure that everything in the event goes according to plan. As event managers and coordinators, we should have a great deal of knowledge about event management and how to implement it. This blog will guide you through the event management process and what it … [Read more...]
18 Impressive Church Christmas Program Ideas
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! With the advent season and the merriment everywhere, December is indeed the most fabulous time of every year. This is the time when friends and family would gather to celebrate the season together. The Holiday Season is also a busy time for churches. Celebrating Christ’s birth is a perfect opportunity to engage the whole congregation and to reiterate the real reason for the season. Here are some Christmas program ideas your church can try out. What … [Read more...]
22 Swag Bag Ideas that will Surely Excite Your Event Attendees
Everyone loves swag bags. I mean, who wouldn’t? Everyone loves getting free stuff! I personally enjoy getting one. Swag bags are one of the things people look forward to at an event. Some would even consider it as memorabilia for an event. Others make a collection of gifts they receive from attending events. Swag bags are important event tools that you can strategically use to engage, excite, impact and build or reinforce your brand with your attendees. But let’s face it, some swag bag … [Read more...]
Want to Win at Event Marketing in the Post-Covid World? Get these Event Planning Skills
Business events and the event industry, in general, have both taken a break, a long break at that one. Revenues from live events fell as the pandemic caused a worldwide cancellation of events. According to a survey conducted in April 2020, 87% of business event professionals canceled their event plans while 66% postponed them. The major reasons include travel bans, lockdowns, and fear of widespread infection. But with the decline in the active cases and restrictions gradually being lifted … [Read more...]
Event Planning 101: Top Event Planning Questions to Ask Your Clients
I really enjoy hosting events. I love the buzz and the thrill. Above all, I love seeing how events create a lasting impact on the lives of the attendees. I love how events change people and build relationships. However, I must admit that it’s one of the hardest things to do. I was once part of a planning committee for one of the first events I’ve hosted and I didn’t have any idea where to start. Because we didn’t know where to get started, we hired a professional event planner to help us … [Read more...]
Your Comprehensive Guide to the Event Planning Process
Regardless of how big an event will be, event planning and event management is always a rigorous process, for new event planners and professional event planners alike. You need to deal with a handful of people and logistics. Juggling with all these tasks might be overwhelming. We created this event guide to help you in your planning journey. Let's discover the steps and stages of the event planning process. … [Read more...]
8 Powerful Tips for Hosting an Event
Events do so much more than increase sales and attract customers. The greatest impact of events lies in their ability to foster an individual’s welfare and cultivate human relationships. To name a few, the positive effects of events include making people happier, building connections, promoting positive well-being, and providing the opportunity to relax and unwind. However, only a well-hosted and well-planned event can achieve its desired results. That’s why today, we’re going to be diving … [Read more...]