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From Ordinary to Extraordinary: The Impact of Corporate Event Entertainment

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Welcome to the world of corporate events; a world where business blends with pleasure.

When it comes to planning a successful company event or corporate party, there are key factors that make it truly memorable. Venue, food, and networking opportunities are undeniably important when it comes to events. Yet, there’s one element that is often overlooked and that’s—entertainment.

Entertainment is the third most important reason for attending corporate events, with a staggering 38% of attendees emphasizing its significance.

Today, we will introduce you to the power of corporate event entertainment and how it can elevate your event from ordinary to extraordinary. We’ll discuss why entertainment is important for creating a fun and engaging experience for attendees.

From captivating performances to interactive experiences, we’ll uncover the secrets to choosing the perfect company event entertainment. Entertainment that leaves a lasting impression on the employees and clients.

So, if you’re ready to unlock the potential of good entertainment and take your corporate events to new heights, read on. Get ready to ignite the spark of excitement and foster meaningful connections. As well as create memories that will linger long after the event concludes.

Let’s dive into the world of corporate event entertainment. And discover how these corporate event entertainment ideas can transform your next gathering into an unforgettable experience.

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The Use Of AI In Event Planning

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Artificial Intelligence has made its waves in different industries and the events industry is no exception. We witness Artificial Intelligence (AI) almost in our daily lives – when we shout “Alexa!” to our smart gadgets, when we use voice tools for our phones, when the algorithm of our social media feeds is curated to what will interest us, and many more. 

While there are fears as to whether AI can replace human jobs, there is one thing that AI can’t replace – the connection and bond that only happens during events. Artificial intelligence can’t fully disrupt the events industry completely, it can be used tremendously for event planning. 

This article will list the different uses of AI in event planning. We’ll also discover some event planning applications that event planners can find useful. 

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A Complete Guide On How To Prepare To Host A Seminar

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Hosting a seminar is one effective way to contribute value to your audience or community. Preparing well for a seminar might be tedious but it will be worth the effort because the long-term results for your brand are great. It is one way to establish credibility and build brand awareness in your field. Seminars are great avenues to deliver value to your audience. 

Aside from building your presence with your audience, seminars are a great avenue for networking which audiences generally look forward to. People usually long for connection so being able to connect with colleagues in the industry and having an opportunity to expand business networks is usually a convincing factor for attendees to participate in a seminar. For event organizers, the audience of a seminar is usually considered as leads for conversion or for building a community. 

In this article, we will give a complete guide on everything you need to know plus additional tips on how to prepare a seminar. 

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Virtual Event Survey Questions: Must-Have Survey Questions for Your Virtual Event

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Do your virtual events regularly leave you feeling like you are barking into the void? Do you want to know if those in your audience are paying attention or merely scrolling?

Virtual events have become increasingly popular since the pandemic. Virtual or online events offer the convenience of attending from anywhere without needing travel and accommodation expenses, increasing attendee satisfaction. However, like any event, it is essential to gather feedback from attendees to gather information about how to improve your future events.

Virtual event survey questions help unleash the power of participant feedback. A virtual event survey is a pleasant and exciting way to gather information, enhance your events, and show your guests that their opinions count. 

Prepare for game-changing strategies on how to transform your virtual events into the most talked-about and highly anticipated events. (more…)

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Event Timeline Template: How To Make One And Get Free Samples For Your Next Event

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Stressed from all the chaos that comes with planning an event? Ready to take your planning game to the next level and show everyone who’s boss? It’s time to introduce you to the ultimate weapon in your event planning arsenal – the event timeline template.

This powerful tool will keep you organized and on track leading up to your event, no matter how big or small. It’s time to say goodbye to the days of herding cats and feeling like you’re drowning in a sea of tasks and deadlines. With the event timeline template, you’ll be able to dominate your event planning game and achieve event success like never before.

We’ll give you insider tips on how to customize your timeline to fit your unique needs, and even throw in some free samples to get your creative juices flowing. 

It’s time to take your event planning to the next level with the event timeline template. Are you ready to dominate? Let’s go! (more…)

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Expert Summer Camp Planning Tips: A Comprehensive Guide for Event Planners

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Summer camps are very profitable businesses, with profit margins ranging from 25 to 40 percent. The American Camp Association states that camp enrollment continues to rise, and over 14 million kids and adults attend camps every summer.

Many people like summer camps, and they provide such unique experiences, that planning and hosting summer camps are worth the effort.  With summer right around the corner, whether you’re a camp director or an event planner, you should start planning a camping trip now.

But how can you even begin your summer plan as an event professional, or even if you’re not a professional event planner? How do you get started?  Don’t worry; with the right tools and strategies, you can plan a camp that everyone will remember for years to come.

This article will give you practical advice and insider information on how to plan an amazing summer camp. So grab your sunscreen, put on your hiking boots, and get ready to plan a once-in-a-summer adventure! But first… (more…)

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Planning an Exciting and Effective Corporate Retreat in 2023 and 2024: Checklist, Process, Tips, and Fun Activities

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It’s a Monday and you haven’t had enough of your weekend fun. You fight your way in against traffic to log in at exactly 8 AM. You proceed directly to your desk in front of your PC to start your work. Then you are at your desk for the next seven to eight hours. You may take a break for half to an hour during lunch and maybe some short coffee breaks. And this goes on until Friday to be repeated the next work week.

That’s only a five-line story about a typical work week for an office job, but you can already anticipate the exhaustion of that mundane situation for yourself or other members of your team sitting at your desks all week and looking forward to years of sitting at a desk, while trying to be engaged and productive. It can be hard to stay focused or motivated

And this is not just you. 

According to a study, many corporate workers are experiencing prolonged sitting fatigue alongside an increased risk of acquiring hypertension and some musculoskeletal disorder symptoms. 

Furthermore, the same study suggests that prolonged sitting behavior increases job dissatisfaction. And if this isn’t alarming enough, prolonged sitting can furthermore drain brain power and stifle creativity. Sticking up within the 4 corners of your office isn’t only physically unhealthy but also mentally ineffective. (more…)

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Planning Event Registration for A Golf Tournament 101

Golf can be more than just a sport. The game of golf can be a wonderful bonding opportunity for the whole family. Adults can play with children since it does not require adult strength or specialized accuracy (it does require patience).

Being hailed as the 10th most popular sport in the world, it’s no question that a lot of nonprofits and charities use golf tournaments as a means to raise funds. However, though planning a golf tournament fundraiser can be fun, it is no easy task. 

As an event planner, you are required to research, organize, and manage the charity golf tournament. These responsibilities can be overwhelming but with the right advice and tips, you are on your way to success.

But why would you even plan a golf tournament? What makes a golf tournament better than other types of fundraising events (more…)

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Workshop Planning: How to Design and Conduct an Effective Workshop

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Workshop planning is a big job. It takes commitment, hard work, and creativity for it to be effective. And how well you plan and prepare will determine the success of your workshop. 

Whether you are an experienced event planner or just starting in the industry, or maybe you are part of the training staff in your company, this step-by-step guide will help you prepare and manage an effective and successful workshop. (more…)

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Your Ultimate Guide To Planning A Grand Nonprofit Fundraising Event: Steps, Timeline and Tips

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Fundraising events like charity galas and golf tournaments are essentially one way nonprofits, NGOs and charities raise substantial amounts of funds for their mission. Furthermore, fundraising events are also helpful in raising awareness about the non profit organization. 

And just like in any work, every event depends on its planning and preparation. As Paul J. Meyer stated; “Productivity is never an accident. It is always the result of a commitment to excellence, intelligent planning, and focused effort.” 

And yet planning a fundraising event can be very daunting and preparation can get overwhelming. And even more so if you don’t know where to start and how to go about it. 

This guide will help you in planning your next or maybe your first nonprofit fundraising event that will surely bring in the necessary funds and bring lasting impact not only to the guests and attendees but including your donors, sponsors, and the organization itself.  (more…)

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