Inspiration for organising groundbreaking events https://www.eventplanner.co.uk/ en copyright 2026, Pink Minds Media editor@eventplanner.net https://cdn.eventplanner.co.uk/img4/logo-eventplanner.png https://www.eventplanner.co.uk/ Think there's no greater hassle than planning an event? Try running an event abroad. Whether it's a conference, festival, or networking event, when managing an international event, you have to demonstrate greater mastery and higher performance. https://www.eventplanner.co.uk/news/8926_5-mistakes-to-avoid-when-searching-for-international-event-suppliers.html?utm_source=eventplanner&utm_medium=RSS Think there's no greater hassle than planning an event? Try running an event abroad. Whether it's a conference, festival, or networking event, when managing an international event, you have to demonstrate greater mastery and higher performance.]]> redactie@eventplanner.be https://www.eventplanner.co.uk/news/8926_5-mistakes-to-avoid-when-searching-for-international-event-suppliers.html 2026-04-12 11:55:27 +0100 Have you ever wondered about the main reason why attendees come to your events? From engaging in unique experiences to exploring the networking opportunities, there are probably a few different answers. https://www.eventplanner.co.uk/news/8928_how-to-design-powerful-knowledge-sessions-for-your-attendees.html?utm_source=eventplanner&utm_medium=RSS Have you ever wondered about the main reason why attendees come to your events? From engaging in unique experiences to exploring the networking opportunities, there are probably a few different answers.]]> redactie@eventplanner.be https://www.eventplanner.co.uk/news/8928_how-to-design-powerful-knowledge-sessions-for-your-attendees.html 2026-04-12 10:37:08 +0100 If you want to start your event with a disaster, force your attendees to endure endless waiting lines and stressful check-in procedures. Also known as accreditation, the event check-in describes the access you provide (for example, by issuing credentials) https://www.eventplanner.co.uk/news/8790_how-to-set-up-an-efficient-checkin-for-your-next-event.html?utm_source=eventplanner&utm_medium=RSS If you want to start your event with a disaster, force your attendees to endure endless waiting lines and stressful check-in procedures. Also known as accreditation, the event check-in describes the access you provide (for example, by issuing credentials)]]> redactie@eventplanner.be https://www.eventplanner.co.uk/news/8790_how-to-set-up-an-efficient-checkin-for-your-next-event.html 2026-04-06 18:45:53 +0100 Sustainability in the events industry is no longer a nice-to-have. It's a baseline expectation from clients, attendees, and, increasingly, regulators. The question is no longer whether to act, but how seriously you're willing to commit. https://www.eventplanner.co.uk/news/11126_how-one-of-europes-largest-event-0rganisers-is-raising-the-bar-on-sustainability.html?utm_source=eventplanner&utm_medium=RSS Sustainability in the events industry is no longer a nice-to-have. It's a baseline expectation from clients, attendees, and, increasingly, regulators. The question is no longer whether to act, but how seriously you're willing to commit.]]> redactie@eventplanner.be https://www.eventplanner.co.uk/news/11126_how-one-of-europes-largest-event-0rganisers-is-raising-the-bar-on-sustainability.html 2026-04-06 09:45:00 +0100 We've been building something we're genuinely excited about, and today it's yours to explore. https://www.eventplanner.co.uk/news/11125_meet-briefings-a-powerful-new-tool-just-landed-in-your-event-software.html?utm_source=eventplanner&utm_medium=RSS We've been building something we're genuinely excited about, and today it's yours to explore.]]> redactie@eventplanner.be https://www.eventplanner.co.uk/news/11125_meet-briefings-a-powerful-new-tool-just-landed-in-your-event-software.html 2026-04-06 07:46:43 +0100 As if the logistical stress isn't enough, event planners also must know how to lead event teams and volunteers. Sometimes we get it right; sometimes we make mistakes that may cost us work efficiency or mutual understanding. https://www.eventplanner.co.uk/news/8789_how-to-develop-leadership-skills-as-an-event-professional.html?utm_source=eventplanner&utm_medium=RSS As if the logistical stress isn't enough, event planners also must know how to lead event teams and volunteers. Sometimes we get it right; sometimes we make mistakes that may cost us work efficiency or mutual understanding.]]> redactie@eventplanner.be https://www.eventplanner.co.uk/news/8789_how-to-develop-leadership-skills-as-an-event-professional.html 2026-03-29 08:33:57 +0100 Effective event planning requires careful consideration. Whether you're hosting a wedding, birthday party or a corporate celebration, beverages are an essential component. Fortunately, numerous cost-effective options are available to accommodate diverse p https://www.eventplanner.co.uk/news/11120_best-places-to-buy-spirits-in-bulk-for-your-next-event.html?utm_source=eventplanner&utm_medium=RSS Effective event planning requires careful consideration. Whether you're hosting a wedding, birthday party or a corporate celebration, beverages are an essential component. Fortunately, numerous cost-effective options are available to accommodate diverse p]]> redactie@eventplanner.be https://www.eventplanner.co.uk/news/11120_best-places-to-buy-spirits-in-bulk-for-your-next-event.html 2026-03-23 17:54:19 +0100 "I should definitely gamify my event!" You've probably had this thought if you've read a lot of articles about the benefits of gamification. What else if not gamification can help you increase attendee engagement and provide an enjoyable event experience? https://www.eventplanner.co.uk/news/8469_5-reasons-why-gamification-is-not-the-best-option.html?utm_source=eventplanner&utm_medium=RSS "I should definitely gamify my event!" You've probably had this thought if you've read a lot of articles about the benefits of gamification. What else if not gamification can help you increase attendee engagement and provide an enjoyable event experience?]]> redactie@eventplanner.be https://www.eventplanner.co.uk/news/8469_5-reasons-why-gamification-is-not-the-best-option.html 2026-03-22 19:43:50 +0100 Nowadays, people expect to have internet access at all times and in all places including your event! However, this is not always as easy to arrange as it sounds. https://www.eventplanner.co.uk/news/6080_tip-internet-on-your-event-how-much-bandwidth-do-you-need.html?utm_source=eventplanner&utm_medium=RSS Nowadays, people expect to have internet access at all times and in all places including your event! However, this is not always as easy to arrange as it sounds.]]> redactie@eventplanner.be https://www.eventplanner.co.uk/news/6080_tip-internet-on-your-event-how-much-bandwidth-do-you-need.html 2026-03-22 15:32:16 +0100 Let me ask you a quick question: How much time do you spend on confusing or hard-to-navigate websites? https://www.eventplanner.co.uk/news/8952_how-to-guarantee-an-effortless-registration-experience.html?utm_source=eventplanner&utm_medium=RSS Let me ask you a quick question: How much time do you spend on confusing or hard-to-navigate websites?]]> redactie@eventplanner.be https://www.eventplanner.co.uk/news/8952_how-to-guarantee-an-effortless-registration-experience.html 2026-03-15 19:33:04 +0100 Anyone who organises events knows the moment. The planning is almost complete, the suppliers are confirmed, the schedule is ready... and then comes the briefing. https://www.eventplanner.co.uk/news/11116_the-end-of-event-briefing-chaos-meet-the-new-briefings-module-join-the-limited-earlyaccess-beta.html?utm_source=eventplanner&utm_medium=RSS Anyone who organises events knows the moment. The planning is almost complete, the suppliers are confirmed, the schedule is ready... and then comes the briefing.]]> redactie@eventplanner.be https://www.eventplanner.co.uk/news/11116_the-end-of-event-briefing-chaos-meet-the-new-briefings-module-join-the-limited-earlyaccess-beta.html 2026-03-14 14:06:51 +0100 Finding the right activity for your employees can make a real difference in morale, communication and productivity. The best team-building events in Dallas combine fun, collaboration and just enough challenge to get people out of their comfort zones. https://www.eventplanner.co.uk/news/11115_the-best-teambuilding-events-in-dallas.html?utm_source=eventplanner&utm_medium=RSS Finding the right activity for your employees can make a real difference in morale, communication and productivity. The best team-building events in Dallas combine fun, collaboration and just enough challenge to get people out of their comfort zones. ]]> redactie@eventplanner.be https://www.eventplanner.co.uk/news/11115_the-best-teambuilding-events-in-dallas.html 2026-03-14 13:50:58 +0100 Events and MICE industries are constantly evolving under the uninterrupted progress of technology and data analysis. Planning events is reaching new levels of complexity and digitization. https://www.eventplanner.co.uk/news/9118_5-truths-that-will-never-change-in-the-event-industry.html?utm_source=eventplanner&utm_medium=RSS Events and MICE industries are constantly evolving under the uninterrupted progress of technology and data analysis. Planning events is reaching new levels of complexity and digitization.]]> redactie@eventplanner.be https://www.eventplanner.co.uk/news/9118_5-truths-that-will-never-change-in-the-event-industry.html 2026-03-08 14:37:06 +0100 Before the keynote. Before the networking. Before the first slide appears. Your event is already being judged. https://www.eventplanner.co.uk/news/11111_the-psychology-of-arrival-the-first-7-minutes-define-your-event.html?utm_source=eventplanner&utm_medium=RSS Before the keynote. Before the networking. Before the first slide appears. Your event is already being judged.]]> redactie@eventplanner.be https://www.eventplanner.co.uk/news/11111_the-psychology-of-arrival-the-first-7-minutes-define-your-event.html 2026-02-28 17:44:39 +0100 For years, the event industry thrived on one powerful emotion: FOMO. The fear of missing out filled arenas, drove early-bird ticket sales and fuelled social media buzz. Bigger stages, bigger line-ups, bigger guest lists. https://www.eventplanner.co.uk/news/11110_from-fomo-to-jomo-why-exclusivity-is-the-new-marketing-strategy.html?utm_source=eventplanner&utm_medium=RSS For years, the event industry thrived on one powerful emotion: FOMO. The fear of missing out filled arenas, drove early-bird ticket sales and fuelled social media buzz. Bigger stages, bigger line-ups, bigger guest lists.]]> redactie@eventplanner.be https://www.eventplanner.co.uk/news/11110_from-fomo-to-jomo-why-exclusivity-is-the-new-marketing-strategy.html 2026-02-28 17:29:53 +0100 When we, as event professionals, are rushed by the planning urgency and pressured by the never-ending list of logistic tasks, we may overlook some of the most interesting meeting design techniques. https://www.eventplanner.co.uk/news/9050_how-to-run-a-powerful-expert-session-at-your-event.html?utm_source=eventplanner&utm_medium=RSS When we, as event professionals, are rushed by the planning urgency and pressured by the never-ending list of logistic tasks, we may overlook some of the most interesting meeting design techniques.]]> redactie@eventplanner.be https://www.eventplanner.co.uk/news/9050_how-to-run-a-powerful-expert-session-at-your-event.html 2026-02-26 10:18:46 +0100 We regularly publish handy checklists on eventplanner.be /.nl to help you organize your events flawlessly. https://www.eventplanner.co.uk/news/8240_5-handy-checklists-for-organising-an-event.html?utm_source=eventplanner&utm_medium=RSS We regularly publish handy checklists on eventplanner.be /.nl to help you organize your events flawlessly.]]> redactie@eventplanner.be https://www.eventplanner.co.uk/news/8240_5-handy-checklists-for-organising-an-event.html 2026-02-22 13:15:08 +0100 There's one misleading belief you might think is true: The more attendees you attract to your event, the better. The guest count validates the level of success you achieved as a planner ... doesn't it? https://www.eventplanner.co.uk/news/9175_how-to-qualify-your-attendees-and-accept-the-best-ones.html?utm_source=eventplanner&utm_medium=RSS There's one misleading belief you might think is true: The more attendees you attract to your event, the better. The guest count validates the level of success you achieved as a planner ... doesn't it?]]> redactie@eventplanner.be https://www.eventplanner.co.uk/news/9175_how-to-qualify-your-attendees-and-accept-the-best-ones.html 2026-02-22 06:45:22 +0100 A speaker bio may seem like a small part of your event content, but it plays a major role in shaping first impressions, building credibility, and influencing ticket sales. When attendees land on your event site or ticketing page, one of the first places t https://www.eventplanner.co.uk/news/11107_how-to-write-conference-speaker-bios-that-sell-tickets.html?utm_source=eventplanner&utm_medium=RSS A speaker bio may seem like a small part of your event content, but it plays a major role in shaping first impressions, building credibility, and influencing ticket sales. When attendees land on your event site or ticketing page, one of the first places t]]> redactie@eventplanner.be https://www.eventplanner.co.uk/news/11107_how-to-write-conference-speaker-bios-that-sell-tickets.html 2026-02-14 10:15:51 +0100 Organising an event requires finding the best equipment while coordinating lighting, sound and staging. LED screens create vivid images and are rapidly gaining popularity for events due to their versatility and clarity. https://www.eventplanner.co.uk/news/11105_the-benefits-of-using-led-screens-for-your-next-event.html?utm_source=eventplanner&utm_medium=RSS Organising an event requires finding the best equipment while coordinating lighting, sound and staging. LED screens create vivid images and are rapidly gaining popularity for events due to their versatility and clarity.]]> redactie@eventplanner.be https://www.eventplanner.co.uk/news/11105_the-benefits-of-using-led-screens-for-your-next-event.html 2026-02-13 15:42:51 +0100 If you do eventually decide to engage the services of an events agency, it is probably best to do so through a 'pitch'. These are the rules. https://www.eventplanner.co.uk/news/4371_tip-rules-for-pitching-under-event-agencies.html?utm_source=eventplanner&utm_medium=RSS If you do eventually decide to engage the services of an events agency, it is probably best to do so through a 'pitch'. These are the rules.]]> redactie@eventplanner.be https://www.eventplanner.co.uk/news/4371_tip-rules-for-pitching-under-event-agencies.html 2026-02-08 16:05:00 +0100 Your visibility plays a crucial role in whether you get booked as an event venue or supplier. Organisers increasingly search for and compare options online before contacting anyone. https://www.eventplanner.co.uk/news/11103_how-to-get-found-and-booked-as-an-event-venue-or-supplier.html?utm_source=eventplanner&utm_medium=RSS Your visibility plays a crucial role in whether you get booked as an event venue or supplier. Organisers increasingly search for and compare options online before contacting anyone.]]> redactie@eventplanner.be https://www.eventplanner.co.uk/news/11103_how-to-get-found-and-booked-as-an-event-venue-or-supplier.html 2026-02-07 16:09:49 +0100 Compiling a guest list is time-consuming work. However, you cannot afford to make mistakes. It is an unforgivable sin to forget someone who should be invited. https://www.eventplanner.co.uk/news/8253_tip-avoid-blunders-on-your-events-guest-list.html?utm_source=eventplanner&utm_medium=RSS Compiling a guest list is time-consuming work. However, you cannot afford to make mistakes. It is an unforgivable sin to forget someone who should be invited. ]]> redactie@eventplanner.be https://www.eventplanner.co.uk/news/8253_tip-avoid-blunders-on-your-events-guest-list.html 2026-02-01 10:35:21 +0100 For years, the event planner was expected to do it all. Come up with the concept, shape the experience, manage suppliers, control budgets, solve on-site problems, and still deliver something memorable. https://www.eventplanner.co.uk/news/11098_from-creativity-to-execution-how-the-event-planners-role-is-evolving.html?utm_source=eventplanner&utm_medium=RSS For years, the event planner was expected to do it all. Come up with the concept, shape the experience, manage suppliers, control budgets, solve on-site problems, and still deliver something memorable. ]]> redactie@eventplanner.be https://www.eventplanner.co.uk/news/11098_from-creativity-to-execution-how-the-event-planners-role-is-evolving.html 2026-01-24 15:10:12 +0100 Sphere Entertainment is preparing to expand its distinctive venue concept beyond Las Vegas with plans for a smaller-scale Sphere near Washington, DC. https://www.eventplanner.co.uk/news/11097_next-sphere-will-be-smaller-iconic-venue-announced-near-washington-dc.html?utm_source=eventplanner&utm_medium=RSS Sphere Entertainment is preparing to expand its distinctive venue concept beyond Las Vegas with plans for a smaller-scale Sphere near Washington, DC.]]> redactie@eventplanner.be https://www.eventplanner.co.uk/news/11097_next-sphere-will-be-smaller-iconic-venue-announced-near-washington-dc.html 2026-01-24 14:56:56 +0100