Tag: event management

Spirit of Canada Comes Alive at FT Weekend Festival

At the FT Weekend Festival events in Washington, D.C., and London, UK, Destination Canada they captivated audiences by bringing the essence of Canada to life through two immersive brand activations. Produced by…

Finding Balance: The Heart and Mind of Sustainable Event Planning

When we talk about sustainable events, we often focus on the technical aspects – waste reduction, carbon footprints, and procurement policies. But beneath these practical considerations lies a more profound, more personal…

Event Safety Essentials for Holiday Parties: A Comprehensive Guide

As the holiday season approaches, hosting memorable celebrations means more than just creating a festive atmosphere. Prioritizing safety is crucial to ensure every guest has a positive and secure experience. From managing…

Pro AV Insights: Setting the Stage for Success

Planning a holiday party this winter? Keeping guests engaged, appreciated, and entertained is key to a successful event. The right audio-visual (AV) elements can transform your gathering into an unforgettable experience. Here…

Dynamite’s New Era: A Speakeasy-Inspired Unveiling at Royalmount

The Concierge Club produced and designed an exclusive, invite-only preview event last month for Dynamite at their new flagship store in Montreal’s luxurious Royalmount Shopping Centre. The event, featuring a speakeasy theme…

Wheelz Niagara

Last week, I told you about some of my favourite things to do in the Niagara region. That post led to some wonderful conversations which led me to Wheelz Niagara, a premier boutique tour company providing private wine tours and so much more

Meet Spotwork – The Future of Event Staff

In the dynamic world of event management, adaptability is paramount. Spotwork’s collaboration with its partners has redefined what it means to be agile and flexible, as illustrated by the successful partnership with…

In Memory Of Marion & Marin

Today, I wish to honour the memory of two remarkable women in our industry: Marion Clifton, founder of the Northwest Event Show, and Marin Bright, the visionary behind Smart Meetings. Their recent…

5 Reasons Why you need an Event Technologist

Even before the pandemic and the monumental shift to virtual, digital, and now hybrid events, the role of event technologist was a crucial part of making events successful. Having a dedicated Event…

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OneWest Shines at Contemporary Calgary’s L23K

L23K is the fundraiser of the year for Contemporary Calgary. This year’s soiree, produced by OneWest Events, hosted 1,200 guests for one jam-packed night in Calgary, Alberta. This year LOOK was a…

The Night Oven Bakery, Saskatoon

This is another great story about a signature dish, ingredient and culinary philosophy that proudly represents our Cities in Sync Partners’ culture, heritage, location, and creativity. Located in the middle of some…

Five Overlooked Cybersecurity & Threats for Events

  In the world of event planning, where attention to detail is key, cybersecurity and data privacy often take a back seat and can expose event planners and their clients to significant…

Eventex Unveils Top 100 in the World

Eventex Awards, the global events and experiential marketing awards, recently unveiled the highly anticipated Eventex index covering the top 100 event organizers and agencies for 2023.  The ranking represents consistent excellence in…

The Princes’ Gate

The Princess Gate is The Princes’ gate; what I thought was a she is actually two he’s. Turns out I’ve been saying it wrong my entire life because the iconic gates that…

Future Proofing Your Event Business

Future-proofing your career is about establishing a digital personality that meets your audience long before you do.  Future-proofing your event career starts by acknowledging that our society has undergone a massive disruption…

Exhibition Place GM Laura Purdy to Chair New UFI

Exhibition Place’s Laura Purdy has been appointed as the inaugural Chair of the newly established North American chapter of the Global Association of the Exhibition Industry (UFI), together with vice chairs Kim…

Planning and Measuring the Success of Donor Events

  Donor events are important for non-profit organizations as they provide a platform to engage donors, build strong relationships, and raise funds for the organization’s cause. To make these events successful, planners…