Private PartiesGuideSep 21, 20234 min readUnique 50th Birthday Party Ideas in Los AngelesDiscover creative and nostalgic 50th birthday party ideas to make your milestone celebration unforgettable.
Corporate EventsNewsSep 11, 2026Cybersecurity Travel Tips for Event Teams on the RoadAs event professionals move between hotels, convention centers, airports, and shared venues, new Wi-Fi threats are making secure travel practices more important than ever. A recent Microsoft warning underscores simple steps teams can take to protect sensitive event data.
Corporate EventsNewsAug 12, 2026How Venue Tech Is Rewriting Event PlanningEncore’s latest investment in planner-friendly tools signals a broader shift in event production: venue teams and suppliers are building faster, more connected workflows to reduce friction, improve accuracy, and give planners more control.
Corporate EventsNewsAug 11, 2026How Athlete-Led Hospitality Can Inspire Event PlanningJW Marriott Tampa Water Street’s Stay Like a Champion program offers meeting professionals a fresh look at wellness-forward hospitality. The concept blends rest, training, and nutrition into a luxury stay, giving planners ideas for more immersive attendee experiences.
Corporate EventsNewsAug 10, 2026Encore Puts $100M Behind Smarter Event ProductionEncore Global is investing $100 million in product and digital upgrades this year, a move that could affect how planners source production support, streamline ballroom logistics, and improve attendee-facing event experiences across meetings, conferences, and live programs.
Event PlanningNewsOct 2, 2026Building an International Meeting Program That Pays OffBusiness Events Sydney and ICC Sydney outline a practical framework for international meetings that can improve value, strengthen stakeholder alignment, and help planners justify investment through smarter programming, destination fit, and measurable outcomes.
Event PlanningNewsOct 1, 2026International Meetings That Pay for ThemselvesBusiness Events Sydney and ICC Sydney outlined a practical framework for building international meeting programs that can strengthen budgets, support destination value, and improve long-term event strategy for planners managing global attendance.
Event PlanningNewsSep 29, 2026US Event Industry News: Venue, Tech and Activation TrendsThis roundup highlights a mix of venue updates, conference strategy, and experiential marketing ideas that matter to planners. From new hospitality amenities to brand activations and event-industry developments, the focus is on what may shape attendee experience and production decisions.
WeddingsNewsSep 27, 2026New Venue Upgrades and Industry Moves to WatchHotels, destinations, and event professionals are rolling out fresh updates that matter to planners balancing experience, access, and budget. From renovated properties to leadership moves, these developments signal where meeting and event opportunities may be improving next season.
Event PlanningNewsSep 26, 2026Chicago Hotel Strike Looms Over Event PlanningA looming hotel strike in Chicago is prompting planners to review contracts, room blocks, transportation, and contingency plans. For events tied to downtown properties or McCormick Place, early communication and flexibility may be essential in the weeks ahead.