Shanna Jacobsen | Jan 7, 2020
It’s a fresh new year, and if you haven’t yet decided on some new year’s resolutions for the events you’ll be working on this year, we have some suggestions for you. 1. Take some risks While it is scary to mess with an established formula,...
Shanna Jacobsen | Dec 17, 2019
#1 Enhanced networking with tinder-style dating apps Apps to help attendees break the ice and boost networking. #2 Farm-to-table eating Source locally produced food that has been sustainably grown and transported. #3 Inspiring social media videos...
Shanna Jacobsen | Dec 3, 2019
Go West is an event for event professionals, so naturally the organisers are under considerable pressure to push boundaries and deliver a truly exceptional experience for their delegates. And judging from the response, this is exactly what they...
Shanna Jacobsen | Nov 26, 2019
Let’s be blunt; businesses are struggling at the moment and therefore looking for ways to cut their costs. This can mean re-examining expenses to see what is non-essential and can be done without. For some, their association membership might be a...
Mpinane Senkhane | May 28, 2019
As a creative personality, administration has never been my strong point. I have always worked very hard at not falling behind in admin tasks, as the stress of sitting and sorting it all out a few months down the line is not worth it for me – I...
Heather Hook | May 28, 2018
Putting documented procedures in place is vital for any business, not just events-related ones. As a small business owner, I have until recently been guilty of not having any formal, written procedures for new staff to follow – what’s the point, if...
Heather Hook | Jan 12, 2016
Eventing is known for involving a fair amount of paperwork – pre, during and post-event. To be honest, I detest paperwork with a passion, and for this reason, I make sure that I have a team who are brilliant at it. This frees me to get involved in...
Heather Hook | Jan 12, 2016
Putting together your first business plan shouldn’t be a totally over whelming and daunting experience. Below is a fool proof guide to creating a basic, yet comprehensive business plan for any business. Business Plan OWNERS Business...
Martin HIller | Dec 29, 2015
Promotional products such as stress balls and branded pens are easily discarded and forgotten. Make your exhibition stand extraordinary by handing out innovative and useful giveaways. Exhibition stands and everything they entail are constantly...
Martin HIller | Dec 29, 2015
Planning a year-end function, then download our handy guide to ensure that your event is a major success. Click here to download the guide. READ: 6 WAYS TO SAVE MONEY WHEN ORGANISING A YEAR-END FUNCTION
Martin HIller | Dec 29, 2015
1 SAY NO TO OPEN BARS There is no need for guests to be drinking expensive alcohol on the company’s bill. Offer a range of soft drinks, local beers and wine and have a cash bar for the rest. 2 BOOK EARLY Last-minute bookings are quoted a slightly...
Martin HIller | Dec 29, 2015
Every single event practitioner wants to ensure that their events are well attended. Terry Sutherland shares her top tips on how to ensure great event attendance. Whether you’re tasked with running an exclusive product launch or a high-profile...
