Practical Planner

Explore Creativity

Try out new ideas in your meetings. [...] Read more

Encourage Discussion

Encourage discussion to increase sense of belonging for attendees. [...] Read more

Get Strategic

Ashely Muntan challenges planners to focus on attendee engagement. [...] Read more

Create Social Experiences

Jeff Hurt defines the social conference. [...] Read more

Collaboration is Key

Meetings are moving towards collaboration and sustainable practices. [...] Read more

Make it Magical

What constitutes your perfect meeting? [...] Read more

Abandon Fear

Taking risks may actually help planners keep their positions. [...] Read more

Case Study: Mennonite Church USA

Glen Guyton shares advice about taking over planning responsibilities for a national convention. [...] Read more

Is Event Insurance for You?

Here are a few questions you need to answer to determine if you should consider cancellation and interruption insurance: [...] Read more

Identifying Meeting Goals

Seasoned planners know that before they accept responsibility for organizing any meeting or event, they must take a look at the big picture. [...] Read more