I wrote a blog called “Outrageous Hospitality“ where I couldn’t say enough about the book I read on a group of people who always pushed the boundaries of what it meant to provide the most out-of-this-world, never-experienced-before hospitality to their restaurant guests. There was no off switch on this team. They would scrutinize what theyContinue reading “Even MORE Outrageous Hospitality”
Author Archives: Tracy Baer
Sit in the Attendee’s Chair
My friend Joanne Dennison, CMP, helps others work towards the goal of sitting for, and earning their, CMP (Certified Meeting Professional) certification. One of the things she is passionate about is having the planner sit in the attendee’s chair. So much so that it’s the name of her podcast (which is great and you canContinue reading “Sit in the Attendee’s Chair”
Dancing on the Edge
I got stuck watching a 1980s “oldie but goodie” movie where teenagers were getting thrown in jail for dancing. It’s really not one of my favorites because I have trouble believing that one could be arrested for dancing in public. So naturally, I did a little research. Apparently it has been going on for decades.Continue reading “Dancing on the Edge”
Skewers at the Ready
It’s been a while since I’ve been asked to coordinate a chocolate fountain for an event. I’m not a huge chocolate fan, but there’s just something about letting the chocolate cascade over a fresh strawberry or cold mini cream puff that is very inviting. I have to warn you, however, there is more to aContinue reading “Skewers at the Ready”
3 Tips to Survive Event Day Chaos
Someone asked me recently how I am able to stay so calm under pressure on event day. After working in the meetings and events industry for as long as I have, it’s not something I consciously think about anymore. No two events are alike, and there is always some sort of issue that needs toContinue reading “3 Tips to Survive Event Day Chaos”