How do people do it? Work in the Hospitality and Tourism Industry and still find time to be with their families? Our organization plans a 3-day conference with a tradeshow for 2000+ people just 2-1/2 weeks after Christmas. Can we talk about some of the busiest hours of the event planning timeline and one ofContinue reading “It’s a Balancing Act”
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Failure Adds The Flavor
I came across this quote by Truman Capote, “Failure is the condiment that gives success its flavor.” It made me stop and think about some of the experiences from my 16 years of event planning that failed or went poorly but made me a better planner for it. If nothing else, they have provided storiesContinue reading “Failure Adds The Flavor”
Ode to Event Planners
Twas the night before event day, when all through the placeEveryone was stirring; and trying to make space;The aisle banners were hung by the rigging points with care,In hopes that the electrician soon would be there;The attendees were nestled all snug in their beds;While visions of giveaways danced in their heads;And the chef in herContinue reading “Ode to Event Planners”
Ultimately, You Have to Decide
These are crazy times. How many people have said that? How many circumstances could you equate this statement to? How many different generations would say they’ve used it? Well, these are crazy times. In the Hospitality and Tourism Industry, I think it’s safe to say we have a corner market on crazy these days. AsContinue reading “Ultimately, You Have to Decide”
Planners on the Frontlines?
Absolutely! If you have ever run down a hall in the practical shoes of a Certified Meeting Professional (CMP)*, worked with a mother of the bride as Wedding Planner, or handed out Bingo cards at a school fund-raiser, you most likely have received some friendly fire. I sub-titled my blog, “…from the frontlines of eventContinue reading “Planners on the Frontlines?”