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Meetings Reimagined – Engaging the Unengaged

The Scoop | Casey Romano, Publisher | May 24, 2023

Engagement isn’t just about getting the attendee into the meeting, but rather breaking through each attendee so they can focus their will on the collective goals while making connections that matter long after the meeting is over. Here are 6 ways to boost engagement at your next meeting. Read more...

Leisure Lure - Attracting Attendees with an Experience

The Scoop | Casey Romano, Publisher | May 03, 2023

It’s no longer enough to get people to attend your event. Your goal now as a planner is to get attendees fully engaged and participating in your event. In order to do so, you must create an event that is not only meaningful but attracts attendees with the event experience that extends beyond the event itself. What better way to do so than by luring them with leisure? Read more...

The Right Space - Calculating For Your Event

The Scoop | Casey Romano, Publisher | March 30, 2023

You’ve just booked a meeting or event venue you’re confident will accommodate all your guests. But after the dance floor goes down and the buffet tables go up, the room suddenly seems about as big as a walk-in closet. What happened to all that cavernous space? Get the scoop on how to calculate the right amount of space so next time you are planning an event, your guests aren’t forced to unintentionally do the two-step together. Read more...

Dressed to Impress - Experiential Event Food

The Scoop | Casey Romano, Publisher | March 09, 2023

Hosting an in-person event gives you access to almost unlimited catering options. There are food and corporate catering menu ideas to suit any budget, theme, or event type. Here are six of our chosen favorites to help you create a great event experience for your event attendees. Read more...

Viva Magenta – This Year’s Trending Tone

The Scoop | Casey Romano, Publisher | February 09, 2023

Pantone’s trending Color of the Year, Viva Magenta is an unconventional shade for an unconventional time. Read more...

Scoop: On Trend – What’s in Store for 2023

The Scoop | Casey Romano, Publisher | January 11, 2023

In-person meetings and events are back! But with new staffing models including many employees working from home indefinitely, how will this affect the event landscape and more importantly your event attendance this year? Get the scoop on what’s in store for meetings and events trends to watch for in 2023. Read more...