Whether you’re organizing a virtual meeting for ten or a digital conference for thousands, event boxes or “kits” are a great way to create a sensory experience for your attendees. Let’s be real, nothing replaces face-to-face events and often the freebies, giveaways, and favors are what participants have come to appreciate and expect. Luckily, this aspect of an in-person event is 100% duplicatable for online experiences with the added benefit of having the gift delivered straight to your recipient’s mailbox or front door. You can’t beat that! Below are our top five favorite virtual event kits ..read more

While many are quick to dismiss 2020 as a total dumpster fire, we wanted to take a moment to reflect on five positives from last year. 1. COTERIE The definition of coterie is an intimate group of persons with a unifying common interest or purpose. We stayed true to our name in 2020. None of our producers were let go due to COVID and we are more united than ever. 2. EXPANSION 2020 was a year of growth for our team and business. We expanded our minds and our services to meet the needs of our clients. This year led us into a new frontier where we quickly took the reins and mastered the art of vir ..read more

Raise your holiday spirits with our spark-tacular cocktail recipe. Ingredients 2 ounces dry gin ¾ ounce lemon juice 2 ounce simple syrup Split of Champagne Lemon Twist Lemon Slices (Optional) Colorful Cocktail Sugar (Optional) Preparation In a cocktail shaker, combine the first three ingredients.  Fill the shaker with ice, cover and shake until the outside is cold, about 20 seconds. Dampen the rim of a champagne flute with the lemon slice and rim the glass with colorful cocktail sugar.  We recommend Coterie Spark blue!  Strain the mixture from the shaker into the flute, top with ..read more

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Although we cannot safely gather this holiday season, all is (still) bright.  At Coterie Spark, we specialize in curating turnkey virtual experiences for corporate team building; morale-boosting and employee appreciation; as well as client entertainment and appreciation. Below are eight, holiday-inspired virtual event options that may be tailored to your attendees and desired outcome. The possibilities are virtually endless. GBH Contest Gingerbread houses for the win(ter)! Participants are mailed a kit complete with a deconstructed gingerbread house, icing and candy accoutrements. Once ti ..read more

Finding the right event platform is like buying a car. You want a reliable vehicle and the most bang for your buck. Ask qualifying questions first, then determine what bells and whistles are included.  How many miles does the car have?>> How many events have been hosted on this platform? What is the make, model, and year? >> Is this a brand new platform or a next-generation?   Have there been any recalls? >> Are updates being made to the platform and if so, what is the road map? May I take a test drive?  >> May I schedule a live demo? The last quest ..read more

Explore what’s possible with virtual events.  You’re Zoom-ed out, we get it. That’s why we’ve curated three sample thematic experiences to reinvigorate and reshape your perspective on virtual events (not to be confused with webinars). Whether for corporate team-building, client appreciation or other, all of our packages include customization and a la carte options to enhance the attendee experience and achieve your desired objectives. Let’s explore. WESTERN With dance halls closed, we invite you to boot scootin boogie in your living room. In 2020, we’re redefining “live” music! How about ..read more

The short answer is yes, but here’s why… DISCONNECT There is a disconnect between in-person and virtual events and it’s understandable. Everyone has experienced an in-person event on some scale. But not everyone has experienced a virtual event. Not to be confused with a video conference call or your standard webinar. We’ve all been there, done that, and we empathize. DIFFERENTIATE What differentiates your basic video conference call or webinar from a virtual event is the professional management and experiential enhancements. That’s where we come in. At Coterie Spark, we specialize in virtual e ..read more

It’s been a tough few months, but as we all know, the sun rises every day and the world continues to turn. Here at Coterie Spark, we took a moment to reflect on how this experience has affected us individually… Candace, Battle Tested Mom of Two Candace is mother to two amazing youngsters that have recently become her full-time coworkers. While refereeing wrestling matches in the living room isn’t part of her normal job, she puts on the whistle and keeps the first aid kit nearby. Candace has enjoyed spending time with her children and connecting with her hubby over delicious meals t ..read more

You look like you could use a tall glass of lemonade. Heck, we all could! With that in mind, we’d like to recognize a few local businesses in our beloved event industry who are turning lemons into lemonade. Drink up! EB Inc A full-service event rental company specializing in custom linens, EB Inc is leveraging their talented seamstresses and beautiful fabrics to create face masks for the community. Their masks are lined with 100% cotton fabric, washable, durable, and comfortable. Click here to order yours or email info@ebincevents.com. Succulent Bar The Succulent Bar is best known for their in ..read more