The Best Table Lighting & Decor Ideas We’ve Seen on Pinterest

How many times have you heard the phrase “mood lighting?” It’s true that the way you decorate, stage, and light a venue establishes the atmosphere and ambiance of the entire event. Without those…

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Huddle Rooms: What They Are & Why Your Event Needs One

We’ve witnessed teams fumble through project meetings in unsuitable spaces one too many times. Either they have to squeeze together around someone’s desk or awkwardly occupy a huge conference room for a relatively…

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Awesome AV Ideas for NY Wedding Planners

You’re not just a wedding planner; you’re a juggler! While the bride and groom likely have some ideas of their own when it comes to their big day—you know, simple things like a…

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After the Event: 10 Team Outing Ideas in NYC

In the “City That Never Sleeps”, there’s always something to do, even after you’ve finished a long, well-worked event. Depending on if your staff or clients are local, they’ll likely turn to you,…

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The WOW Factor: Everything You Need to Know About LED Video Walls

If these walls could talk…they’d tell you that they’re bright and bold—and always make an impression! But it wasn’t all that long ago that LED walls were reserved for the likes of the…

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What is a Run of Show and Do I Need One?

When it comes to putting on successful events, proper planning half the battle, which is why creating a Run of Show is essential for any event planner. Also known as a…

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Event Audio: What You Need to Know About Microphones, Lavaliers, and Headsets

When putting on an event, there are a lot of considerations, from the lighting and catering to the venue itself. Of course, event…

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What Is Projection Mapping and How Can I Use It?

Event planners now have more audiovisual options than ever before, and today’s event-goers expect a production; a pipe and drape set up with a podium mic and antiquated…

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Do I Have To Use a Venue’s In-House AV Team?

As an event planner, tell me if you’ve heard this one before: “We can definitely accommodate your event, and it’s great that you have an AV vendor you want to use,…

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What Size LED Wall Should I Use At My Event?

Despite what some may say, size does matter! LED wall displays have set a new standard when it comes to event planning because of their ability to reach just about…

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Understanding and Working with Shadow Labor at Unionized Venues

As an event planner, you may occasionally run into a unionized venue, and if you plan to bring in your own third-party audiovisual company, that can pose a problem. While many unionized venues…

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Types of Event Lighting: Your Comprehensive A-Z Guide

“Life is all about good seating and lighting.”  Graydon Carter Carter, the editor of Vanity Fair from 1992-2017, once said this. And, as someone who attended his share of posh events…

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Understanding Event AV Restrictions: From In-House AV Teams to Union Contracts

As an NYC event planner, do you tend to choose your venue before you choose your AV provider? You may want to rethink that! Many hotels and other venues have in-house AV…

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