I mentioned in a previous blog that I overlooked creating a contingency plan for a specific situation during an event because given my geographical location, the situation as described simply wouldn’t be an issue. In my blog All About Perspective I talked about not even considering sending a certified trail guide and paramedic with aContinue reading “Shake, Rattle, and Roll”
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Some Like it Hot
Discussing the perfect temperature can be a subjective topic; the perfect temperature of your room when sleeping, the perfect temperature to hop in the pool, the perfect temperature to go fishing… People have their own opinions – some like it hot, some don’t. There is one area, however, where there is no debate on whatContinue reading “Some Like it Hot”
A Rhinestone Cowboy
I heard this country song by Glen Campbell while walking through an airport recently. It conjured up an oddly specific image in my mind. I envisioned the Marlboro man but Elton John-style; all glitz and glam with sequins on his hat yet rugged, fit, and tan. When in the world would there be a needContinue reading “A Rhinestone Cowboy”
All About Perspective
I have had the opportunity to be a recurring guest on a podcast lately and it’s been a blast! I am representing the planner’s view for conversations on various topics. There are suppliers (like hotels, convention centers, production providers, etc.), planners (Certified Meeting Professionals [CMPs] and others who plan events), the “expert” depending on theContinue reading “All About Perspective”
Use Your Brain
Very few people get excited about a conversation over event risk management like the group of ladies I had the privilege of being on a recent podcast with.1 As event planners, we have a moral, ethical, and legal responsibility to provide our attendees with a safe environment.2 Without a risk management plan, when faced withContinue reading “Use Your Brain”