Planning and operations

Tools and guides for organizing event logistics, vendors, speakers, supplies, schedules, and day-of-event details.

5 Tips to Effectively Manage Time and Resources When Planning an Event

5 Tips to Effectively Manage Time and Resources When Planning an Event

Planning an event is not easy, but it's not rocket science either. As long as you can manage your time and resources effectively, you'll always plan exceptional and memorable events everyone loves.
Verizon Power House at Super Bowl Central

WiFi: The #1 Tool for Your Festival Sponsor Area

Make sure you offer your festival sponsors reliable and fast WiFi connection to give them an opportunity to execute digital and experiential marketing strategies to get the maximum ROI.
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How to Plan a Get Well Fundraiser House Party

A get well fundraiser house party is a simple way to help raise funds for the person you care so much about, be it a relative or a friend.

6 Tips to Boost Attendance Without Breaking the Budget

Events present amazing opportunities for everyone involved, but it is event planners job to fill the seats with attendees to make it a huge success. Here are 6 budget savvy tips to help you increase attendance to fill the venue.

How to Use Gamification to Market Your Events

Turn your marketing campaign into a game to engage your audience and allow them to promote your event while they play for the prizes, which also includes media attention if you do it right and make it newsworthy.

The Ultimate Wedding Cost Checklist [INFOGRAPHIC]

If you need to plan a wedding budget but don't know where to start, here's a detailed checklist to get you going and have a budget in place to follow. A wedding budget is a key to a successful wedding that delivers lifetime memories and a truckload of savings.

Events in Crisis: You Need a Plan

What happens when a catastrophic happening, manmade or via nature, strikes your event? And how do you plan to handle it? Follow these guidelines to create a simple yet effective crisis plan to make sure your planning and client's money does not go to waste.

6 Last Minute Forget-Me-Nots for Event Planners

A quick list of important, yet commonly forgotten items by event planners. These items will come in handy to save your event, so make sure you have it with you at your venue. You don't want small things ruin your entire event.

The Beginner’s Guide to Planning a Fundraising Event

If you don't know where to start planning a fundraising event, this short guide for beginners will give you solid foundation to start with. Take these tips and build upon them, don't limit yourself but explore all possibilities to maximize your success.
Collision conference and trade show in New Orleans on May 4, 2017

The Beginner’s Guide to Planning a Trade Show

Plan your trade show with the goal of making it a lasting memory for attendees. The beginner's guide will give you 15 practical tips to help you plan a successful trade show event on budget and profitable, not just hitting the bottom line.
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