Untethered Raises Funds and Unites Events Industry
Hubb CEO Allie Magyar explains how and why she put together a virtual conference for the events industry in six weeks
Connect 2020: A Year Like No Other
The COVID-19 pandemic ensured this year’s annual Connect 2020 conference at Orlando World Center Marriott was like no other.
12 Fall-Inspired Design, Catering, and Activation Ideas From Past Events
We're dreaming up fall inspiration with a look back at 12 festive event design, catering, and activation ideas sure to spice up the season’s soirees.
The Messengers: 2020 Connect Association 40 Under 40
Meet Connect Association's 40 Under 40 Class of 2020.
All Zoomed Out? Hit Refresh With This New Virtual and Hybrid Meetings Technology
Here's how meeting and event space company Convene reimagined its offerings with enhanced Virtual Meetings technology.
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Will Sustainability Efforts Go By the Wayside?
The events world is changing every day due to COVID-19—and there is fear recent strides in sustainability will be placed on hold.
Sign of the Times: Shields Part of Events’ Future
Plexiglass and glass shields can be used for safety and sponsorship opportunities.
Voices
Meet the New Me for a New World
The COVID-19 crisis has been a wake-up call for Courtney Stanley, who discovered her new self.
Now Is the Time for the Events Industry to Come Together
In the wake of the coronavirus, planners and suppliers should work in unison to recover.
F&B
How a Food Festival Went Viral
Digital Dessert Goals offered an online version of the sweets-packed food event complete with baking demos, panel discussions and an ounce of awareness.
What Will Event Catering Look Like in the Future?
Bye bye buffets? Hello more elbow room and branded masks? Here’s how guests might be served at in-person events moving forward.
People
Rhanee Palma Makes History as Visit Oakland’s Chief Sales Officer
In November, Rhanee Palma, CDME, became the first Filipina-American to hold a C-Suite position (chief sales officer) at Visit Oakland.
Sustainability Tips From Kyle Michaud
Kyle Michaud is the CEO and founder of Experience Expositions, and his goal is to inspire people and the industry to think greener.
Places
Chattanooga Film Festival Displays City's Bandwidth for Events
Chattanooga’s powerful fiber optic network allows for large-scale events reliant on technology.
Hotels Present New Amenities to Guests Upon Return
Luxury picnics, immunity-boosting elixirs and more await guests heading back to hotels.
