Couples are getting really creative, and we’ve compiled this list of the top wedding food trends from the top wedding bloggers, lists, and resources to showcase the newest, coolest, and most fun wedding food ideas. So, without further ado, let’s get started. Brunch Brunch has become a popular option because daytime weddings are a lot cheaper than weddings in the afternoon or at dinnertime. There are whole weddings themed around brunch. Daytime weddings are on the upswing, and a lot of that has to do with the fact that they are a lot cheaper. Raw Food Vegan Couples are turning to organic, fresh ..read more

Great communication skills are a must for event planners, because they have to work well with others. Good event planners have to work with so many kinds of people – from exhibitors, sponsors, contributors, speakers, participants, attendees, and guests – so they need to have a diverse background and be able to work as well with business-oriented people as regular folk who are attending the events. Event planners could be working on several projects at a time, and conversational skills are important when balancing so many things. Some people snap under pressure and become very quiet and closed ..read more

There are many great reasons why you should either hold your own networking event or plan on attending a networking event. Here are 7 reasons that you should consider going to the next networking event that you are invited to. 1. Increase your Visibility In any type of marketing campaign, establishing mind awareness is essential. Going to networking events is an important marketing strategy. These give you the chance to make sure that you get your face and message in front of the right people. 2. Starting Important Relationships Networking events are a great way to begin relationships that cou ..read more

What exactly is event planning? Here is the “official definition”. Event planning is the act of managing an event or project, like a tradeshow, ceremony, convention, meeting, convention, workshop, or team-building exercise. Event planning includes a host of duties, like getting permits, planning food, choosing and reserving the event venues, choosing a theme, planning activities, inviting speakers, setting up equipment and facilities, planning for problems, and setting up contingency plans. In essence, you’re the head honcho when it comes to making sure any kind of event is set up, managed, th ..read more

When it comes to planning an event, social media is now one of the most important tools that marketers and planners can use in order to provide information about meetings and events, solicit feedback, interact with those in attendance, and to create year round engagement with their target audience. However, the rise in social media prominence has led to several questions as to how to use Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and other social media sites before the event, at the event, and after the event. Here are a few tips and tools that can be used across your next event to create more social media ..read more

When it comes to the big events in life, having a baby is one of the biggest. Since this life event is so important, it only makes sense that the baby shower would be meaningful. The good news is that planning a great baby shower does not require slaving over a fancy spread. In order to truly honour these new beginnings, you just need a bit of creative vision combined with some personal touches. Guest List The first step in planning a baby shower will be to make the guest list. You should invite the expecting mom’s mom, her sisters, aunts, cousins, and her best friends. If you are unsure of wh ..read more

Mobile technology is changing the way that special events happen, and the evolution of technology over the last ten years has dramatically changed how event planners can interact with their attendees. Technology has changed the way that event planners can network with their customers. Event audiences now have a lot higher expectations, and they expect event planners to take advantage of all the technology available to make their event experience as seamless, integrated, and easy as possible. Mobile technologies are becoming ubiquitous. The number of smartphones sold far outpaces laptops, and e ..read more

How do you measure the ROI of an event? This article will look at an event ROI methodology. It will also look at how meetings and events create value. Event ROI Methodology Events And Meetings Create Value Events and meetings create real value by influencing the behavior and actions of the people participating. That is the sole way that they do that. However, if the event doesn’t make the participants want to do something that they otherwise would not have done, then there is no value whatsoever. Only actions count. That is one of the most important principals of ROI methodology. Measurement A ..read more

Planning a workshop is a really big job. Planning a good workshop takes a lot of planning, concentration, organization, and creativity. What can you do to prepare for a workshop that will be helpful and productive, but also worth visiting and remembering? A lot of people just don’t like going to workshops. If they’re not carried out the right way, they can be a big waste of money and time. However, if workshops are planned well, they can be extremely valuable for anyone who is involved. Workshops are excellent for problem solving, networking, generating ideas, and for interactive learning expe ..read more

The event industry is being transformed and reshaped by technology and innovative new trends. This article will examine some of the upcoming trends and look at how technology is changing the event industry. If you’re an event planner, keep reading for tips that could be instructive to you in your occupation. Trends & Technology In The Event Industry #1. Event Organizers Will Look To Integrated Solutions As technology continues to play a more dominant role inside the event industry, customers will have a lot higher expectations of seamlessness and service. They will expect event organizers ..read more