16 Tips to Plan a Successful Outdoor Event

Outdoor events have a host of problems unique to themselves, from permits to being prepared for bad weather. Be prepared with these tips.

5 Reasons to Hire a Professional Event Planner

Doing it yourself may seem a good way to save money, but sometimes paying someone with industry connections saves you even more.

13-point Checklist for a Successful Charity Run

Charity events and 5K runs often go hand in foot! These two require some very different actions, and you must be fleet of foot to stay ahead.

Virtual Events

5 Tips to Improve Audience Engagement During a Virtual Event [VIDEO]

Virtual events shouldn't be as boring as listening to someone talk while watching a PowerPoint presentation. All elements must work together, not bombard your audience with unnecessary information. Keep it clean and available, if it is needed. Don't push.

Blogging

Blogging: Its Not All About You… But It Will Help Your Business

The ubiquitous blog can bring your message to an audience in a way that other social media doesn't, it gives you an opportunity to reach audiences through search engines. The holistic approach to online marketing will help your bottom line in the end.

Green

13 Ways to Give Your Event a Green Makeover

Going green is a money maker for your event. By using time-tested, eco-friendly and easy methods, you'll make a positive impression on your attendees, sponsors, and the press. It's so easy, you won't have an excuse to not be green anymore at your next event.

Event Planner's Toolbox

Event Planner’s Toolbox: Free Online Meetings with AnyMeeting

Event Planner's Toolbox offers you a free, feature-packed alternative for WebEx and GoToMeeting. Now you can host online meetings without a hassle with AnyMeeting. Up to 200 participants, public profile, no downloads for your audience, and many more features.

Latest Articles

5 Tips to Attract Media Attention to an Event with a Press Release [TEMPLATE]

Getting media attention is key to attracting attendees to your event. It's imperative for you to learn how to write effective press releases. A sample press release template is included to help you get started. read more

5 Tips to Improve Audience Engagement During a Virtual Event [VIDEO]

Virtual events shouldn't be as boring as listening to someone talk while watching a PowerPoint presentation. All elements must work together, not bombard your audience with unnecessary information. Keep it clean and available, if it is needed. Don't push. read more

The Job of the Speaker is More Than Being a School Teacher

We perceive speakers as teachers. But what if we perceived them as storytellers that rivet us? That's the type of speaker you need to be if you want to be a successful public speaker. read more

“Intensive” Education, from the Dance World

An hour talk is normal. How about 12 hours? It could be the best thing if your audience will learn things better than you thought possible. Experiment with session times to help attendees better receive information thrown at them at your event. read more

16 Tips to Plan a Successful Outdoor Event

Outdoor events have a host of problems unique to themselves, from permits to being prepared for bad weather. With proper planning you can ensure your event succeeds satisfying not only your client but your attendees as well. read more

Is Your Event a Class or a Show?

When you go to an event, a seminar, a presentation, is it a classroom for all practical purposes, or are you enjoying a show while learning? Many event planners fail to realize that events are shows in disguise and treat them like a good old classroom. read more

Should Event Planners Consider Culture While Designing Conferences?

Multicultural audiences are very common these days at events. But do event planners take this fact in consideration when they design events? Different cultures have different learning styles. Without proper accommodation your attendees might not learn... read more

Speakers Beware: A New Service Helps You Get Booked More

Book to Speak will offer speakers tools to help get more bookings, while event planners would get access to thousands of speakers to book. Both will be able to streamline their side of the booking process with innovative tools to help increase profits. read more

What You Really Need to Host a Successful Virtual Event

Techincal troubles abound when you're setting up a virtual or online live event. This 5-minute video simplifies the process, and gives you great tips to help you ensure your virtual event is a success. read more

5 Reasons to Hire a Professional Event Planner

Doing it yourself may seem a good way to save money, but sometimes paying someone with industry connections saves you even more and ensures that your event is successful. read more

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