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Handling Conflict of Interest
I have a question this time, mostly for suppliers. The question I am asking might be answered differently depending on the particular supplier. I am addressing conflict of interest. I pose two different situations, one as an independent planner, and the other when working with a faith-based, nonprofit organization. In one scenario, I represented theContinue reading “Handling Conflict of Interest”
Going Once, Going Twice…
I need $30, $30, somebody give me $30…now $35, $35…somebody give me $35. Do I hear $40? Auction chant. Ever wondered how a person becomes an auctioneer or how the event of an auction came to be? Well, wonder no more. I happened to overhear the din of an auctioneer’s bid-calling from the other roomContinue reading “Going Once, Going Twice…”
Christmas Light Parades
I love Christmas lights. When my daughter still lived at home, several evenings during the Christmas season we would drive around different neighborhoods near our townhouse to see the amazing spectacle that some people would put together. Because we lived in a townhouse community, we were limited by space and bylaws as to what weContinue reading “Christmas Light Parades”
Check the Calendar
When planning a community event such as a festival, carnival, or concert, be sure to check the local calendars. If you are hoping for a group of rowdy teens and young adults to attend your event, you want to make sure there aren’t any school-related events happening like a cross-town football game, homecoming, or prom.Continue reading “Check the Calendar”