Mpinane Senkhane | Aug 27, 2019
Despite his gruff exterior, star chef Jaco Truter knows how to make culinary magic. At the tender age of 26 years, Chef Jaco has been appointed Executive Sous Chef at Time Square in Menlyn Maine where he gets to be creative, show off his culinary...
Mpinane Senkhane | Aug 27, 2019
The sustainability discussion within the events industry is one that is all-pervading… but is it delivering results? The Planner Guru gauges where we are and speaks to sector specialists on safeguarding our future. Everyone agrees that...
Mpinane Senkhane | Aug 21, 2019
Many interesting questions were raised at the Event Greening Forum’s (EGF) 2019 Conference on 11 July at Maropeng. Here are some of them, with answers and additional resources. Q. Shouldn’t we be encouraging plant-based eating at events? Meat...
Mpinane Senkhane | Aug 21, 2019
The content and messaging behind your event or conference can make or break your occasion but a misalignment could have disastrous reputational ramifications. The Planner Guru informs your content strategy. The world of MICE presents a unique...
Mpinane Senkhane | Aug 19, 2019
Celebrating a decade of hotel/Guest House Concierges and Guest Relations Managers’ networking platform, The South African Concierge Forum turns 10 this year. What began as a small gathering of dedicated hotel Concierges and Guest Relations Managers...
Mpinane Senkhane | Aug 19, 2019
The eventing industry has the ability to create an unrivaled platform that can deliver maximum engagement between commerce, industry and target audiences – but how do we ensure we get this spot on? The world of eventing is big business; globally,...
Mpinane Senkhane | Aug 15, 2019
Famous for its picturesque beaches and azure waters, Zanzibar is the jewel of East Africa – and the perfect backdrop for meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions. The famous islands of the Zanzibar archipelago are located about 40 km from...
Mpinane Senkhane | Aug 14, 2019
Everyone is greening and you can too. The Planner explores efforts being made in this regard and talks to the experts on how to best green your exhibition. The world of exhibitions has always held appeal – from sheer size and variety, coupled with...
Mpinane Senkhane | Aug 14, 2019
The Event Greening Forum’s (EGF) annual conference is an opportunity to share information and best practice recommendations that can both inspire and empower the MICE events industry to create more sustainable events. The 2019 Conference was no...
Mpinane Senkhane | Aug 14, 2019
Sandton Convention Centre is a gender balanced workplace, with 26 women in the staff of 44 – and the business is committed to women empowerment, according to nine of the women in leadership positions. Janine Baltensberger, SCC’s Events Manager, who...
Mpinane Senkhane | Aug 13, 2019
There is a new man at the helm of The Maslow Hotel in Sandton. A self-proclaimed minimalist, Herman Swart says he loved The Maslow more than any other Sun International Hotel from the minute he laid eyes on it because its décor and design...
Mpinane Senkhane | Aug 13, 2019
According to the Centre for Exhibition Industry Research (CEIR), exhibitions are important for marketers to satisfy critical goals in identifying new customers, reaching sales leads, and building product and company awareness. B2B exhibitions are...
