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How does a woman end up in the CEO position of an AV solutions company? In the male-dominated industry that is AV solutions, a conversation with Laurel feels like a breath of fresh air. That’s because she and her team bridge the gap between a technical industry and frequently non-technical clientele. In working with SeamlessRead more

It is only through uncertainty and troubling times that key partnerships forge and move forward with success. A recent survey (from Lasso, an Event Staffing company; you can check it out here) detailed comprehensive findings that might tickle your un-funny bone.   unsolicited tickles are never funny – via GIPHY   More than ever, we’reRead more

Even with in-person events on the rise, registration numbers — both early and otherwise — are leaving much to the imagination, and flexibility is at the forefront of every planner’s mind. Here are three key strategies to help you make the most of your event-planning efforts right now.   Consider the Context: How Are PeopleRead more

Laura Palmer, Global Project Manager at ConferenceDirect®, and I recently had the opportunity to collaborate on a large scale, in-person event. Here, we reflect on key takeaways as in-person events are on the rise — but not as we anticipated two years ago.     The Highs There is a general air of positivity aroundRead more

I recently read an article from Event MB about the new world of venue contract negotiations as we (*hopefully*) emerge from the pandemic.  What was already a complicated process has even more considerations, on top of the fear of signing a venue contract after spending the last 2 years trying to move meeting dates andRead more

In spite of what you might think, hybrid events—live events with both in-person and remote audiences—have been around for some time, long before the pandemic and the rise of virtual meetings. But until recently, hybrid events were far from the norm. Pre-pandemic, the model was usually reserved for large tech companies with seemingly unlimited resources,Read more

As an event planner, delivering an unforgettable experience for your attendees is a top priority. When your attendees are fully engaged, they stay tuned, take action, and become loyal followers, if not raving fans. Two years ago, when the world suddenly had to pivot to online events, the novelty of zoom and other platforms allowedRead more

Laurel Miller, CEO of Seamless Event Solutions As 2021 comes to a close, I look back with amazement at how fast my company adapted to circumstances beyond our control. We are a team that thrives on the thrill of delivering flawless experiences, carefully planned and executed — so I vividly remember our discomfort as weRead more

As we close out the year and take a look back, hybrid events were a big focus in the event industry. Looking ahead into 2022, including a virtual audience seems to be a priority for our clients. AV production is critical  for hybrid event success, and for many planners might still be a new experience. ToRead more

Once you’re a Seamless client, you’re always a Seamless client. Despite being one of the most meticulous planners I know, with over 13 years of experience, my colleague Jennifer Saliba (President, Rhino Consulting) recently ran into trouble with an in-house AV team she’d contracted to carry out a hybrid event.  With a week to go,Read more