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Event Planner Challenges and Opportunities of the Next Decade

Maritz Global Events

Events’ Impact on the Environment. Today is all about going green and a circular economy approach to event planning is on the rise. Carbon neutrality, sustainable design, and eco/green themes are becoming the new event fad. With so many things to consider, site selection will challenge more and more and event planners.

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Top Challenges Facing the Meeting Planning Industry Right Now

The Castle Group

As companies return to hosting in-person events or actualize programs that were rebooked in the wake of Covid (plus leisure travel in full swing), availability for hotels, convention centers and meeting venues is more limited. Also, have a backup plan for any stranded speakers, such as filming a pre-recorded session in advance.

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The 33 skills meeting and event planners need to succeed

Plan Your Meetings

Plan well and prosper, friends! Plan well and prosper, friends! The 33 skills every meeting and event professional needs to master. A: Strategic planning. The most important piece of the meeting and event planning process is defining the strategy. Select program content and delivery formats.

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How to Plan an LGBT-Friendly Meeting or Event

SmartMeetings

Much of the meeting and event planning industry only recently began evaluating its impact on the LGBT community. Even though you might assume that your meetings and events are free of LGBT influence, there’s always an effect. Publicize this on your website and during the event.