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It’s been a long couple of years and maybe it’s been a while since you’ve planned an in-person event. Whether you’re a seasoned planner or you’re hosting an event for the first time, here’s what you need to consider before you get started: 1. First thing’s first Be prepared. That’s […]

Year-round and on-demand The last two years have seen people spending more and more time online. For better or for worse, this is where past and future attendee are finding event information, so it’s where your event needs to be. Keep your audience interested by posting highlights from your events, […]

The requirements around capacities, vaccines, and testing are updated on a regular basis by governments, health units, and even the organizations holding events. As a planner, when your government, health unit, employer, and venue all have health and safety mandates that need to be followed, it’s easy to feel confused […]

Over the last several months, we’ve written about many aspects of the event industry that have been forever changed by the pandemic. The situation around the world is always in flux, and so are the recommendations around it, but we’ve created some simple rules of thumb that will put you […]

With the return to in-person events slowly pushing forward, as an event planner you may be wondering what your options are for feeding your guests in a post-COVID world. Below, we’re sharing our three favourite ways to serve and present food, and some dishes that work well with each style […]

Travelling has never been completely risk-free and COVID adds a layer of complexity most people have never dealt with before. If you’re planning an event that will require guests to travel and stay in accommodations that aren’t their own home, here are some things for both you and your guests […]

As we enter into wedding season, it’s no surprise that the landscape of weddings has changed drastically over the past year. COVID restrictions in many regions have kept the attendance limit at weddings much lower than most people would usually want, and in some cases prohibited gathering entirely. Micro weddings […]

Engaging sponsors, donors, and other key organizational stakeholders such as board members been a huge hurdle the not-for-profit sector has had to tackle over the past 13 months. With in-person events being cancelled, a crucial element of the stakeholder experience has been placed on the back-burner. It’s these personal interactions, […]

In our November blog, we discussed how hybrid events are the inevitable next step in the event industry. As the world slowly opens back up, planners and guests alike are looking for safe, convenient ways to find connection and have experiences. Hybrid events offer the flexibility that many are looking […]

It’s no secret that planning events is a lot of work, but did you know that the role of event planner is one of the most stressful jobs in the world? With tight deadlines and turn-around times, ever-changing needs, and long work hours, it’s no wonder. Throw in a global […]

With 2020 finally in our rear-view mirror, it’s time to look ahead to what 2021 will have in store. Whatever phase of reopening your area is currently in, we know that vaccines are beginning to roll out. There is a light at the end of this tunnel, so it’s time […]

This year has posed so many challenges for individuals, businesses, and charities alike. But while individual charitable giving has been decreasing steadily in past years, something wonderful has happened in 2020. With all that is happening in the world, individual giving is once again on the rise. In this season […]