Successfully planning and executing a conference or event requires a business team to consider both the macro and micro ...

Fundraising events bring in critical dollars for nonprofits, and after nearly two years of social distancing, many groups want to throw their doors open wide and welcome donors back to in-person ...

Identify a clear purpose for the event. First, establish who your audience is and then plan accordingly. Secondly, hold a planning meeting to outline with your team the core objectives and outcomes of ...

Veronique James is president of the Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO)‘s Arizona chapter and CEO of The James Agency, an integrated agency specializing in consumer advertising, public relations and ...

Social media for public events is as much a part of the planning process as booking the venue and curating the program. But while some organizations have staff dedicated to managing an online presence ...

Attending an event is a time commitment for attendees, so be sure to deliver on your promises. Originally Published Oct. 9, 2017. If you are considering planning an event, one often overlooked ...

Organizational skills, creativity and knowledge about the field top the list of things you need to start a successful event planning business. Add to that the ability to communicate effectively, ...

When it comes to planning a wedding, Boston- and Nantucket-based event planners David Handy and Donald Dallaire know “there is nothing more important than Every. Single. Detail.” That, of course, ...

Expertise from Forbes Councils members, operated under license. Opinions expressed are those of the author. As in-person events become a part of our standard social fabric again, there are many ...

Choose alternate sites. If you’re planning a large event in another city, consider a second- or third-tier city. The cost will be lower. “You’ll essentially be the big fish in the pond,” says Kelly ...