Expert Advice

The Z: Navigating the World of Networking With Mandi Graziano

In this Meetings Today Podcast for Taylor Smith's "The Z: Planning for the Industry's Next Generation," Smith chats with Mandi Graziano, vice president of global accounts for HPN Global, about the importance of networking in the meetings and events industry, the reality of how awkward it can be and ideas for how to make networking feel more natural. Tune in now for some tips and tricks from Graziano to keep in mind at your next networking event. 

Why Should Event Professionals Care About AI?

As event professionals we are uniquely positioned to manage the nexus where participants, experience and data converge to take our value proposition to the next level—and SPARK is a tool to help get us there.

What Fyre Festival Can Teach Planners About Event Risk Management

Billy McFarland, the entrepreneur-turned-convicted-felon responsible for the infamous 2017 Fyre Festival fiasco, is back with his latest venture, “Fyre Festival II.” Here’s how you can learn to avoid the same fate and become a better event planner in the process.

9 Comfortable Work Shoes for Event Planners

With long days on one's feet common in the events industry, one thing going for us is that style has made its way to the “comfortable shoe” market. Following are some recommendations from industry peers who have found their go-to shoes that ease the discomfort of a long day.