The day has arrived: You are engaged and ready to break out your secret wedding Pinterest board. You post on Instagram, tell everyone the exciting news, and start the wedding
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In 2012, I set out to create an event company that aspired to be a large A/V production house. Founded with my business partner and friend Andrew Lucas, my company
Before Covid-19 was even a reality, my department received notice our positions would be eliminated. As of March 30, we would be officially laid off. Unfortunately, our departure from the
A couple of years ago, I was home visiting my mom in Jamaica and decided to stop by her school— Harrison’s Proprietary School—an early education private school in Spanish Town.
Wedding planning can often feel like a balancing act. You have to figure out how to address the couple’s wants, along with budget and vendor considerations. When you add culture-specific
Due to unprecedented times, the event industry has pivoted and continues to create innovative virtual events. Engagement is the name of the game in this new (for some) territory. As
If you work on live events, your days are likely moving slower than ever before, but that doesn’t mean your career should. When slow periods hit an industry, they create
In the wake of the protests after George Floyd’s death in Minneapolis, more people than ever are committed to making lasting change. One way to make lasting change is to
No, you aren’t dreaming: For events professionals, the world really did turn upside down. The guidance to be safe took away the thing you are great at: gathering. And with
The events industry is taking a big hit in the face of quarantining, social distancing, and limited gathering sizes. Regardless of how long you’ve been in the industry, it’s going
Fundraisers Fundraisers are often the lifeblood of a non-profit’s operating budget. Canceling the event or postponing it may not be an option financially for many organizations. But taking the event
The best has only ever been best for some people. Here’s how to move beyond the status quo.
To get the money and staffing you need, tie revenue growth to past events.
If your insurance agent isn’t asking the right questions, you may be exposing yourself to losses down the road.
While managing events aimed at boosting the mental health of professionals, event planners can't disregard their own mental health. Here's five tips for staying healthy while event planning.
Looking for a unique space for your next event? Consider a museum.
Although I still consider myself an old-fashioned girl who loves a good wedding magazine, the age of Pinterest and Instagram has me addicted to finding wedding inspiration online. And I
For many organizations, there are a handful events that are deeply rooted in tradition. Oftentimes, these events are central to their identity and mission. But your audience’s expectations are shifting
Four tips to help event planners maintain integrity.
Hint: Don’t be afraid to reuse flowers.