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Steer Clear of These 8 Pitfalls: A Guide to Excellent Corporate Event Outcomes

Smart Meetings

Medium-scale events (such as company retreats and client dinners): 4-6 months ahead. This timeline ensures both the production team and speakers are adequately prepared, contributing to a smooth event flow. This timeline ensures both the production team and speakers are adequately prepared, contributing to a smooth event flow.

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17 Common Event Planning Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Social Tables

Are there other events, conferences, or retreats taking place? Neglecting to test your technology Any event that includes digital presentations, sound, or lighting cues should be rehearsed prior to the big day. While rehearsals are critical for virtual event success , they are also a vital part of in-person event success.

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Sunshine After Flames: Napa and Sonoma Stand Strong One Year After Massive Fires

Smart Meetings

Meeting organizers are responsible for keeping attendees safe, so an emergency contingency plan needs to be well thought out and rehearsed. Helena, prepared meals for first responders. Meeting professionals can learn valuable lessons from some of the strategies employed by Safari West and others during the fires.

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An Event Planner's Guide to Madrid: Where Business, Culture and Gastronomy Collide

inVOYAGE

Join the inVOYAGE retreat as we take 100 of the top luxury brands to Rosewood Villa Magna, to network under one roof in a truly spectacular, luxury incentive showcase. Here, authentic flamenco is paired with a delightful meal prepared by Chef David García for a unique fusion of culinary and cultural excellence! Click here to sign up

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10 of the top Unmissable Incentive Experiences: See Rio Through the Eyes of a Local

inVOYAGE

Live Samba School Rehearsal: End your tour with a live rehearsal from one of Rio’s local Samba Schools, experiencing the passion and skill that go into preparing for the world’s largest Carnival. Samba Dance Class with a Passista: Learn the steps and rhythms of Samba from professional dancers. inVOYAGE is headed to Rio!

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The Ultimate Guide to Planning a Destination Wedding

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This ranges from booking the space, making sure there are enough tables and chairs for guests, arranging catering and entertainment, and making sure the location has all the necessary amenities for dressing and preparing for your big day. Within 6 to 9 months Book your rehearsal dinner restaurant. Enjoy your last-minute preparations.

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The Ultimate Event Planning Checklist: 7 Phases for Event Success

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Prepare for the unexpected: A speaker no-show? Pre-Event Preparation : Turn up marketing, confirm speakers, finalize partnerships, and tweak ticket pricing for maximum attendance. For a wellness retreat, a serene outdoor location might work best. Phase 3: Pre-Event Preparation Youre just weeks away from your big day!