Articles tagged “events”

From an on-stage bar to a “Circadian Cove”: The author of “Our KPI is Joy” shares strategies for infusing events with moments of connection and renewal.

The organizers of FIFA World Cup and Sail4th, both scheduled for next July, shared with the audience at this week’s Skift Meetings Forum how they operate under pressure.  

According to organizational psychology expert Dr. Joe Allen, most off-sites regularly miss the mark. Here’s his advice on how to change that.

Many executive assistants and secretaries end up as default event professionals, with little to no training. This planner decided to change that.

Anyone who’s ever attended a meeting has experienced that almost unavoidable after-lunch slump, when the energy literally drains from the room and eyes glaze over. The good news: With a little planning, it doesn‘t have to be that way.

Dr. Steven G. Rogelberg says meetings are a bigger expense than IT when you add the cost of attendees’ time and salaries. So why is no one at the top in charge?

Icebreakers are evolving from cheesy to strategic. Here’s how to use them with intent, create stronger connections, and drive participation across formats.

Flight delays. Unexpected weather. Renovation snags. The list of things that can go wrong at a meeting is a long and winding one.

The Northeast has always been one of the most sought-after hotel markets in the U.S., with planners reporting little room for negotiation. These five new/newly renovated properties are also certain to be in high demand.

These gadgets will make your travel to your meeting easier, and ensure that once you are on site, you’re ready for whatever comes up.