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The 8 Things Wedding Guests Don't Really Care About

How to find your wedding cake

Choosing the perfect wedding cake for your celebration will be a breeze with our top 10 tips..

‘I do.’ Rules relax on weddings as catering hall capacity increase to 150 people

Starting today, catering halls can operate at 50% capacity, and maximum guest capacity has increased to 150.

Why we will no longer be a welcoming church

We’ve decided to quit being a welcoming church. No kidding. We’re giving it up. Like so many congregations, we’ve sunk an amazing amount of time and energy into becoming a welcoming church. We changed worship styles, trained greeters and ushers, wore name tags, brewed coffee, went to workshops on hospitality and put our friendliest people …

23 Cheap Wedding Reception Food & Drink Menu Ideas on a Budget

Did you know that food & drink make up a large percentage of wedding costs? If you're having a wedding reception, see these good ideas how to save on food.

12 Unspoken Wedding Etiquette Rules Every Guest Should Follow

We've got answers to the questions you might be too embarrassed to ask.

10 Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Photographer

When selecting a wedding photographer, there are three important elements you should keep in mind: personality, the photographer’s style, and cost. The first two are related to character traits unique only to that person and cannot be copied. The third element fluctuates due to many different variables. Let’s talk about each in the order of importance. Personality First and most importantly are the character and personality…

5 Signs and Symptoms You Need a Banquet Hall for Your Event

More and more people are opting for "cozy events" rather than full-on receptions. Having your wedding/birthday party/quinceanera or any other big event in your backyard close to home does sound more personable and less institutional than renting a banquet hall or rental space.

6 Trade Show Marketing Do’s & Don’ts

Building Products Marketers, Take Note<br>In the world of building products marketing, trade shows are a big deal. (Don’t believe me? My business partner and I have only been blogging about it here , here , here , here , and oh yeah, here .)<br>There is perhaps no more important trade show for building products marketers than the International Builders’ Show (IBS). This annual event is where the biggest and best in the industry present their biggest and best products, services, and…

Effective Trade Show Lead Management

You put a lot of planning and expense into your trade show presence, so it’s vital to make sure that your event leads are properly captured and nurtured. Effective lead management involves a combin…

Is Trade Show Participation a Sound Investment?

Being seen on the floor of the right trade shows is an effective way for you to get the right audience drawn to your booth and to your products or services.

9 Myths About Trade Show Planning: Busted

There are many trade show planning myths floating around which should be dispelled. Here are a few to start with.

Getting Executives On Board With Your Trade Show Budget

Execs are people too, and sound logic can sway even the stingiest SVP. Follow the steps below to iron things out and get your trade show budget approved.

Promote Your Trade Show Exhibitions for Maximum Exposure

If you’re not promoting your participation in trade shows for maximum exposure and attendance your investment will not be as effective.

5 Trade Show Secrets for Networking Success

Blending digital networking with face to face meetings can deliver event networking success through extended conversations and strengthened relationships.

3 Tips For International Trade Show Exhibiting

If exhibiting overseas it is important to remember social rules surrounding visitors’ expectations and behavior. Use these 3 tips for international trade shows.

Does Your Trade Show Vendor Partner Measure Up?

The right vendor will educate, challenge and collaborate as only a true “partner” can. Are you choosing the right partner for ultimate trade show success?

Printed Materials Increase Your Market Share at Trade Shows.

Printed materials &amp; strong booth graphics are reliable ways of getting your word out at trade shows. QR codes on your printed materials leverage digital assets.

Meeting & Trade Show Enhancements

The last thing you want to do in a crowded space is blend in. Add some EDGE to your meetings and trade shows with dynamic multimedia content.

5 Trade Show Marketing Blogs You Should Be Reading

We rounded up 5 of our absolute favorite trade show marketing blogs that are all full of great information to help you get your event on track.