Standardization is a term that is often associated with technical or highly-regulated industries – not necessarily something applied to event and meeting management. But if we think of standardization as a way…
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International conferences are always an event worth raving about, especially when they take place so close to home. In the last 30 years, the ILEA Live! Conference for planners and producers has…
Courtesy of FMAV Drones are cool and they’re only getting smarter, more powerful and less expensive. But there are a few important considerations to take which may severely limit or completely inhibit…
The world of catering has changed with the rise of social media. With sm feeds like Instagram, pinterest and tumblr used as a platform for self-expression, foodies, insta-chefs and food fanatics have…
How The Co-operators AGM helped raise awareness and funds to tackle the issue of Food Deserts in Canada. For its 2016 Annual General Meeting (AGM) held in Winnipeg, The Co-operators wanted to…
By Stacy Wyatt All across the country, our rich and colorful history can be found inside the great halls and gardens of our notable castles, forts and mansions. Built hundreds of years…
You receive an RFP from a potential client and you know several of your competitors have likely received the same RFP. How do you set yourself apart from the crowd? What are…
International Live Events Association (ILEA) Vancouver joined together with the BC Chapter of Meeting Professionals Intl (MPI) for a holiday event of epic proportions. “It’s a Wonderful Life” was held on December…
Event planners can pull off just about anything. Alberta-based Boom Goes The Drum is a shining example of how when the rain comes down the planners get busy, as they proved when…
You are going to LOVE this stunning collection of event stages and sets curated from events all over the world. From floating stages to 5 story stages, this example provides some great…
On November 23, Rick Rowe, President of Toronto based catering firm Presidential Gourmet hosted a client celebration featuring an exclusive preview of new signature creations from executive chef Jay Suppiah. The event…
This past Tuesday in Toronto, Parks Canada and the Historic Sites and Monuments Board of Canada commemorated the national historic significance of the famous event space; the Eglinton Theatre and the contributions…
Trade shows can be intimidating events. For both planners and suppliers they bring a unique set of logistical challenges and require an extra level of coordination as you work with exhibitors, suppliers,…
DT Floral & Decor Inc. & Olga Pankova Art Entertainment hosted their second showcase evening on September 23. The New York styled event drew 150 guests and featured unique designs, talented artisans…
Tara Sweeney, CSEP and the team at Calgary Stampede produced this high profile gala to take place in succession with an annual conference. They had three goals: a WOW event for their…
We discovered these five stunning venues inspired by Art & Design. These beautiful locations are perfect for special events. Each one offers custom designed spaces and in house amenities, making it easy…
Wedding stages, already a center piece of middle eastern weddings, are just starting to trend in North America. Take a look at these lavish and absolutely stunning designs from around the world.…
Marketing to event professionals is unique. One-off ads or cold calling will not get you the results you want. Traditional drivers, such as promotions, sales, time-sensitive offers, or discounts, often do not…
Swag bags are on the downhill slide. No one wants a swag bag at a conference. They say that 80% of the products in the bag ends up in the garbage…
In 2000, Gill Boyd had a dream of offering modern wedding decor for Calgary brides. Working long hours outside of her daytime job as an event planner for the Calgary Stampede, she…