Human Interest
Interviews and thoughtful profiles on the people, places, and journeys that make up the event industry.
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'The Greatest Event Planner of All Time': Remembering March on Washington Organizer Bayard Rustin
During Black History Month, event producer William P. Miller reflects on the lesser-known activist who planned some of the most influential events of the civil rights movement.
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How Event Planners Are Stepping Up During the Devastating California Wildfires
In Southern California, planners are sharing resources and offering their services to help displaced events and weddings—often with 24 hours' notice.
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How Top Event Pros Design Their Own Offices
Event companies around the country use their workspaces to spark team creativity, encourage productivity, showcase their design aesthetic, and more.
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Paint the Town Red: How 2,000 Event Venues Came Together for One Night
On Sept. 1, #WeMakeEvents North America added red lighting to thousands of venues around the country—and generated more than 8,000 letters to Congress advocating for the RESTART Act.
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15 New Event Industry Job Roles That Emerged During the Pandemic
From technical production managers to hygiene experts to reunion designers, here are some new positions that event companies and venues have been hiring.
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These Florists Are Honoring Their Roots—Literally
How a passion for social justice led two Loyola grads to found Local Color Flowers, a community-focused flower shop that sources directly from farmers within 100 miles of Baltimore.
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Creating Authentic Events for Women in the Era of #MeToo
The rules have changed for women-focused events. Here's what you need to know.
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Should I Stop Using Balloons as Event Decor?
An increasing number of venues and planners are doing away with balloons for environmental reasons. Here’s how to use the event favorite responsibly.
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When Fandom Meets Foodies: This Team Builds Restaurants Inspired by Your Favorite '90s Entertainment
The producer behind Saved by the Max, Good Burger, and Peach Pit restaurants discusses the power of nostalgia, going beyond an Instagrammable moment, and his unexpected career journey.