Occasionally I end up in a conversation about tipping when traveling or during events. Who gets a tip, when do you give a tip, and how much to tip, especially when talking with someone who is newer to the industry. There is a lot more tipping going on than most people realize. Let’s clear upContinue reading “Cracking the Tip Conundrum”
Author Archives: Tracy Baer
Let’s Define Helpful
I work with non-profit organizations and associations. We rely on volunteer staff. There just isn’t the budget to hire enough people to make the world go ‘round. The core responsibilities to keep organizations running are usually covered by paid staff, many of whom are part-time. However, when it comes to administrative tasks, special event planningContinue reading “Let’s Define Helpful”
Music to Their Eyes
As I have mentioned before, I play the oboe with our local civic orchestra. I have been doing this for almost 20 years. I participate as a community member in the orchestra of a music program of a small Christian university to supplement the students so we have all of the instruments represented. The universityContinue reading “Music to Their Eyes”
Feeding the Masses, Part 2
In part 1 of “Feeding the Masses, ” we looked at the different types of dietary constraints an event planner may encounter when coordinating a food and beverage event. Dietary issues are only one aspect of these events. There are many other complexities to consider when planning an event with F&B. Here are a fewContinue reading “Feeding the Masses, Part 2”
Feeding the Masses, Part 1
Any planner who has ever coordinated a food and beverage event understands the complexities of accommodating the many dietary restrictions some people live with. There will almost never be a one-size-fits-all meal but let me provide you with some tidbits to help you navigate this process. Keep in mind there is a difference between aContinue reading “Feeding the Masses, Part 1”