Hotel and food trends are always good indicators about the general public’s state of mind according to the researchers. Take a look and see how accurate they are.
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There are many creative individuals who have started an event planning business only to find it was not for them. Most discover when they fail to deliver the event as expected by the client that event planning is not the glamorous job they had expected. A great deal of work, education, experience and creativity is required. We would like to share some tips on how to find a good event planner.
When you begin your search, start with some research by talking to event facility managers, caterers and others suppliers used by event planners. You may find these eight tips helpful.
You can save time hiring an event planner. In most cases you will get more for your money when you hire an event planner. In this article are more reasons why you should hire an event planner.
If you want to assure your event will be a success, contact Meeting Services Unlimited or call us at 317-841-7171.
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Good news about upward trends is always good for the soul. Take a look at the recent travel industry report from Travel Weekly.
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Have you been to a hotel lately and paid to have internet access only to find that you had the speed of the old time dial up internet? Now, this explains what is going on.
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Are you familiar with the TED conferences? If not, check them out. They have an interesting conference format that works for them. If you are thinking of tailoring your conference to resemble a TED conference, you might want to consider the points made in this article first.
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In our profession, finding new ways to serve food that offers creativity, variety and all within budget is a challenge.
Check out these tips found on a “Successful Meetings” post. We think you will enjoy some of the new concepts!
MSU: One of the Healthiest Employers in Indiana
MSU was 1 of the 3 2011 Finalists in the 2-99 Employee category for the ‘Healthiest Employers of Indiana’ Award. This award was created to raise awareness about what local companies are doing to encourage healthy employees. We have taken our fitness campaign to a new level for 2011, holding employees to a higher standard and accountability level.
A bootcamp was integrated into our program for 6 weeks at the beginning of summer. Each Monday, for 6 weeks after work, we had an aerobics instructor come to our office to lead an outdoor bootcamp session for an hour focusing on aerobic, upper and lower body and abs and incorporating many different types of work outs from step to kick boxing.
Deskercise was another new feature of our program this year. Each day for 5 weeks, we would have a ‘deskercise break’ twice a day. A list of various stretches, strengthening and aerobic exercises was set in place for us and each day, a different office member was our ‘trainer’. We did exercises using items you can find around any office. Some examples would include chair dips and wall push ups for strength, running stairs and jumping rope in place for aerobic exercise and some stationary stretches. Everyone in the office really loved the break in the day that the deskercise program gave us.
Many other challenges through out the year are incorporated into the program, about 1 per month and incentives are given if these challenges are completed successfully. It has been a very beneficial program to be a part of and every one in the office agrees that it has really helped us to be more active in the work place and at home.
Our recent blog posts have included information on how to host an eco-friendly event, how to use social media during a conference, the benefits of working with a hotel negotiator for an event, and using a housing company to book your hotel.
If you are looking for more information on these subjects, here is a list of resources:
- Throw an eco-friendly event with these tips from EcoMagazine.com
- EarthTimes.org explains the push on businesses to publish environmental reports
- For some green tips for your business, visit EcoConcerns.net.
- Get ideas for your next corporate retreat from Fox Business.
- The Center for Social Media has a great page purely devoted to using social media during a conference. Check it out here.
Environmental awareness is a growing concern, especially in the world of business. You can help boost your company’s green image by hosting an event using environmentally conscious components. There are many eco-friendly elements you can incorporate into your business style, from advertising materials and operational supplies to the lunch menu. Here are just a few tips for how to throw a successful corporate event that will make a minimal impact on the environment:
1. Bring the Green Inside
Look for creative ways to use recycled materials for your next banquet, seminar, or official event. You can use bioplastic materials for trays and bowls, bamboo or corkboard for hanging signs and banners, wood tables that can be recycled after the event, and more. Think about the effect your event will have on the environment and look for ways to use recycled or recyclable materials. Or, simply have your employees carpool to the event; every little bit helps.
2. Reduce Your Paper Usage
It takes hundreds of trees to print paper invitations for your event, so consider using social media and e-mails to reach your potential attendees. You can also use recycled paper to advertise your event and decorate your event station. Take advantage of this high-tech world we live in and incorporate links to your company’s website, online registration avenues, Smartphone apps, and online updates on your event’s schedule.
3. Expand on Green Initiatives
Plan meetings, events, and activities that place emphasis on your company’s environmental goals. This will educate your attendees on environmental consciousness and boost your company’s reputation as a leader in green business initiatives.
If you need help throwing an eco-friendly event, then call Meeting Services Unlimited. We specialize in helping business professionals host unique events that will inspire their potential customers and grow their business. If you want to host a meeting, trade show, seminar, or conference, then visit our website to see a list of the many event planning services we offer or call us at (317) 841-7171 to get the professional help you need.
Organizing flights is an important aspect of putting together a corporate retreat or out of town event, especially if you have attendees coming in from different cities. Knowing when to expect flights to come in can help you streamline registration and check-in to your business events.
The Flight Status app for the iPhone can tell you the status of flights worldwide and it is supported by over 4300 airports. Know when to expect your attendees and help them book flights with ease using this helpful app.
To help plan your next out of town meeting, consult Meeting Services Unlimited. Our experienced staff can plan every detail of your event down to the invitations. Contact us online or call (317) 841-7171 to see what we can do for your next event.