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Light It Up: Creating Unforgettable Events on a Budget with Smart Lighting “You’ve always had the power, dear. You just had to learn it for yourself.” When it comes to event lighting and visuals, this classic Wizard of Oz quote rings true. You don’t need a massive budget or over-the-top gear to create magic onRead more

Even with in-person events on the rise, registration numbers — both early and otherwise — are leaving much to the imagination, and flexibility is at the forefront of every planner’s mind. Here are three key strategies to help you make the most of your event-planning efforts right now.   Consider the Context: How Are PeopleRead more

Laura Palmer, Global Project Manager at ConferenceDirect®, and I recently had the opportunity to collaborate on a large scale, in-person event. Here, we reflect on key takeaways as in-person events are on the rise — but not as we anticipated two years ago.     The Highs There is a general air of positivity aroundRead more

I recently read an article from Event MB about the new world of venue contract negotiations as we (*hopefully*) emerge from the pandemic.  What was already a complicated process has even more considerations, on top of the fear of signing a venue contract after spending the last 2 years trying to move meeting dates andRead more

In spite of what you might think, hybrid events—live events with both in-person and remote audiences—have been around for some time, long before the pandemic and the rise of virtual meetings. But until recently, hybrid events were far from the norm. Pre-pandemic, the model was usually reserved for large tech companies with seemingly unlimited resources,Read more

As an event planner, delivering an unforgettable experience for your attendees is a top priority. When your attendees are fully engaged, they stay tuned, take action, and become loyal followers, if not raving fans. Two years ago, when the world suddenly had to pivot to online events, the novelty of zoom and other platforms allowedRead more

Laurel Miller, CEO of Seamless Event Solutions As 2021 comes to a close, I look back with amazement at how fast my company adapted to circumstances beyond our control. We are a team that thrives on the thrill of delivering flawless experiences, carefully planned and executed — so I vividly remember our discomfort as weRead more

Once you’re a Seamless client, you’re always a Seamless client. Despite being one of the most meticulous planners I know, with over 13 years of experience, my colleague Jennifer Saliba (President, Rhino Consulting) recently ran into trouble with an in-house AV team she’d contracted to carry out a hybrid event.  With a week to go,Read more

AV Teams and Venues Face Labor Shortages The pandemic continues to impact the event industry. We’re sharing real-time information on the current meeting industry landscape so you stay informed throughout your planning process.  At a Glance Planner Watch-Outs Timeframe:  Current through 2022  What: AV and hospitality industry labor shortages across the U.S. Causes: Vaccination requirementsRead more

If you’re looking for compelling reasons to host a hybrid event, start with a recent Glisser Market Research Report — How Do Planners Really Feel About Hybrid Events?  As part of a May 2021 industry survey, planners were asked, “What are the principal reasons that you are considering running hybrid events?”  Their top four answersRead more