Martin HIller | Jan 18, 2016
The EXSA Conference not only has an exciting lineup of speakers but also includes speed dating, a gala dinner with great entertainment by Mr Brown and Me, and the EXSA AGM. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to network and learn from great...
Martin HIller | Jan 15, 2016
Being a phenomenal event planner means thinking differently and adopting new behaviours. It is not just about staying ahead of the competition, but changing the game by being unconventional, innovative and embracing new ways of the thinking. The...
Martin HIller | Dec 31, 2015
Most event planners are in their thirties. Most successful incentive participants are in their 50s. Most event programmes are written for 18-year-old attendees, it would appear. John Fisher wonders whatever happened to thinking about the...
Martin HIller | Dec 31, 2015
John Fisher explains how to choose a suitable incentive travel destination. In Max Cuff’s now legendary definition of incentive travel, the product hinges on an exceptional travel-related experience. The trouble is one man’s Monte Carlo can be...
Martin HIller | Dec 31, 2015
Decor transforms a space and allows you to showcase your company or capture your theme to the fullest, showcasing each nuance in a fresh, interesting way. Download our 10 must-use decor trends today.
Martin HIller | Dec 31, 2015
1 WHAT TYPE OF EVENT ARE YOU PLANNING? Is it a classical recital or a rock concert? Both events require similar infrastructure, but the intensity of the input varies greatly. You will not necessarily need the same crowd control infrastructure at a...
Martin HIller | Dec 31, 2015
Gone are the days when a warm body was enough to be a part of a venue inspection. A professionally managed MICE venue wishes to grow and prosper through a well-planned series of site inspections, explains Helen Brewer. To have a successful site...
Martin HIller | Dec 31, 2015
Choosing a catering company can be a difficult decision, as you need to accommodate a variety of dietary requirements and still make sure that the food is both delicious and presentable. Catering is probably the single most important aspect of your...
Martin HIller | Dec 30, 2015
For Danie Greyling, the success of your event greatly depends on your ability to effectively engage your audience. The goal of every event planner is to put on the best event possible – and the most important measure of that success is the attendee...
Martin HIller | Dec 30, 2015
1 OBJECTIVES First of all, it is crucial to determine your objectives and specific requirements. You need to know exactly what message you want to carry across to the audience and how you picture AV elements helping you do this. Establish exactly...
Martin HIller | Dec 30, 2015
Getting the entertainment spot-on ensures that your event is fresh, will be talked about for ages (for the right reasons) and, most of all, impresses the right people. For Jacqui Higgins, nothing makes an event more memorable than great...
Martin HIller | Dec 30, 2015
There are creative ways around a limited budget. If you’re on a tight budget the focus needs to be on touch points. You can incorporate clever, thrifty ideas into existing elements like giving the welcome cocktails a fun name. You don’t need the...
