4 Facts About Returning to In-Person Meetings

2025-04-25T14:56:19-05:00August 24th, 2021|

Reading Time: 5 minutesAfter a year in which virtual meetings took center stage, in-person meetings are regaining their rightful place as number one. How can your business execute onsite meetings successfully? Get answers from seasoned industry experts here:

The Most Revealing Event Statistics for 2021

2025-04-24T12:58:26-05:00April 27th, 2021|

Reading Time: 7 minutesThe landscape of events has changed dramatically. Gavel International gathered the most revealing event statistics for 2021 to help companies get an inside look at the current landscape and figure out how to navigate the brave new world of meetings.

Why Do Hybrid Events Cost More?

2025-06-04T14:33:08-05:00March 9th, 2021|

Reading Time: 6 minutesHybrid events are in high demand but far more complex than tacking on a virtual element to an in-person activity. Learn the challenges, how to overcome them as well as the mighty benefits of hybrid events.

Why Virtual Event Rehearsals Are Critical

2025-07-18T10:12:25-05:00February 9th, 2021|

Reading Time: 3 minutesLeave nothing to chance when it comes to virtual events. Organizations will significantly improve their chances of hosting a successful virtual event when they follow these tips for rehearsals…

15 Reasons Why In-Person Meetings Will Remain Vital to Business

2025-04-25T12:04:01-05:00October 6th, 2020|

Reading Time: 5 minutesVirtual meetings are trending and likely will continue to grow in popularity as remote work increases. However, there are certain needs that they simply cannot meet. Learn why in-person meetings are supreme when communication is critical, engagement is vital, and collaboration is a necessity.

Never Run Out of Fresh Meeting Ideas

2025-06-10T16:30:14-05:00April 16th, 2020|

Reading Time: 3 minutesIf you are a meeting planner, you have no doubt stumbled upon your fair share of creativity blocks when it comes to thinking of fresh new ideas for meetings. However, there are many inspirational sources online. Learn about some of the best…

Six Strategies to Create a Successful Employee Recognition Program

2025-07-14T12:05:58-05:00April 7th, 2020|

Reading Time: 4 minutesEffective employee recognition programs offer many benefits including engaged employees, reinforcement of company values and peer-to-peer praise. However, developing successful programs can be challenging. Fortunately, we are sharing six strategies for designing successful employee recognition programs

Tips for Green Meetings in 2020 and Beyond

2025-06-04T12:59:21-05:00April 2nd, 2020|

Reading Time: 3 minutesAdopting environmentally friendly practices and standards for your meetings has become critical. Environmental awareness is reaching an all-time high. Going green does not have to be difficult or expensive. In fact, in most cases, it is cost effective! Make the process easy by following our tips for making your meetings green.

Storytelling and Meetings: Creating Meaningful, Memorable and Productive Conversations

2025-07-14T12:23:15-05:00March 30th, 2020|

Reading Time: 3 minutesYour meetings will fail if presenters do not tell stories. Merely presenting dry, flat data in the form of bullet point laden PowerPoint slides will bore many attendees. Smart storytelling, on the other hand, will help you pull off memorable meetings that truly educate attendees. Get insight on how to tell stories that will make meetings meaningful, memorable and productive.

How to Effectively Incorporate Wellness into Meetings

2025-07-18T10:16:43-05:00March 17th, 2020|

Reading Time: 4 minutesDespite how important wellness has become to many people, few organizations successfully incorporate wellness practices into their events. Get ideas about how to carry off activities that at your meetings that promote and support attendees’ wellness.

Active Shooter Risk Management Tips to Keep Event Attendees Safe

2025-07-17T10:42:19-05:00December 10th, 2019|

Reading Time: 3 minutesActive shooters have become a very real threat in public places. Event venues are no exception. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to plan ahead and protect your employees and attendees at your organization’s events should a shooting crisis occur. Follow our handy guide and consult a security expert to keep your team and attendees safe.

High-Value, Productive and Engaging Corporate Retreats

2025-05-30T14:24:03-05:00November 19th, 2019|

Reading Time: 4 minutesOffsite corporate retreats are an opportunity for leaders to connect with each other to discuss, engage and strategize while having a bit of fun in the process. Here are ten tips to ensure that your next corporate retreat is productive and engaging:

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