Planning and operations

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Both virtual and traditional events require preparation, planning and a professional approach to a flawless execution. Here are top 10 tips that will help you plan a virtual event, be it a stand-alone event or virtual companion of a traditional event.

QR code treasure hunt is an ideal solution to engage your delegates with sponsors & exhibitors at your event in a fun, interactive way. Plus, treasure hunt facilitates networking among your delegates by working in teams and exploring the venue more thoroughly.

The numbers are in. The meetings industry has a tremendous impact on the U.S. economy. The coalition of 14 leading meetings industry membership organizations joined forces to figure out the real impact of face-to-face meetings on the economy.

What happens in Vegas stays there, but what happens outside your venue hooks attendees going in & out. So stage a spectacular & win 2X with mobile tours and/or pop-up shops.

Event organizers should start placing more emphasis on cloakrooms — after all, it's likely to be the first and last impressions your guests will have of the event and it's also where your guests will be leaving some of their important personal belongings.

A new challenge for wedding & event planners is the budget bride. Shifts in the economy have hit the wedding segment of the industry hard. The good news is that people are still getting married but many couples are scrimping & cutting back on their nuptials.

Prepare your event. Prepare contingencies for potential and unknown problems. Then prepare yourself to deal with the stress that comes with event planning. If you lose your professionalism on the job, the event may not succeed. So prepare yourself to relax too.

A well-fed, happy crew goes a long way to making you look good. Consider crew work as the first touch of how the show feels. Treat your people well and the return is a better show and a better reputation for you.

Volunteers are often the backbone of many events. Without them, in many instances costs would be prohibitive and the event wouldn't happen. Treat volunteers well and you'll have a ready pool of talent for the next event. 10 Tips on how to successively do so.