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5 Ways To Make an Ordinary Event Venue – Extraordinary!

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When organizing an event, there is a strong desire to make it as memorable as possible. At the start of the creation process, many have trouble selecting a venue. When hosting an original event, having a plain run-of-the-mill venue can be counterproductive. But if options are limited, how can you make your venue as unique as possible? Here’s what we recommend for transforming a venue from simple to unique in a few key steps.

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Tips for Designing an Eco-Friendly Event

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With sustainability being a top priority for many organizations, it’s important to not just practice it in the day-to-day office environment, but also as you’re placing yourselves in front of your attendees and members.  From meeting planners, to production companies, to the venue and caterers, there’s something each participant can contribute.  We’ve compiled a list of ideas to consider for going green at your next event!

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Top 3 Unique Venue Ideas for Your Next Event

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Choosing a venue is a fundamental step in the creation of an event. However, it can be tricky to find a location that fits your event’s vision. This is what leads most companies to opt for an easy and well-known option: the hotel ballroom. This classic has been revisited in many ways and will forever have its charm. Nonetheless, there are many unique venues out there waiting to be discovered!

Below, we've highlighted our top three unique venue ideas for groups to consider for their upcoming events:

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Behind the Creative: Northpond Ventures Leadership Keynote

In their mission to support the creation of technologies for a better world, Northpond Ventures reached out to our LAI Live team to collaborate on visually branding their Leadership Keynote event in a way that would inspire their audience and capture the nature of their work and partner companies. 

Looking for AV Solutions? Here's How LAI Live Can Help

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Deciding how to choose a scenic and audiovisual (AV) company at the right price can be challenging. Do you go with your décor company who recently added optional AV services? Or do you consider in-house AV, knowing they utilize older equipment with some limitations but offer deep discounts?

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2022 CEO Update Roundtable

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CEO Update’s annual Roundtable Summit resumed in spring 2022 with an in-person event to focus on the issues important to the association industry—talent retention, technological advancements, and the importance of storytelling. To create an atmosphere of innovation, we pushed the boundaries of past Summits.

Meeting Planners & Event Producers: A Much-Needed Dynamic Duo

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Meeting planner and event producer: It's easy to understand why people confuse these two professions for being interchangeable, but, in fact, they are very different. Both jobs have their own expectations and roles associated with them, but together, they can combine forces to create and deliver exceptional events.

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The Value of Virtual Events in the Post-Pandemic Era

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Yes, we’re all relieved to finally be returning to in-person events. The chance to see peers from years past, make new connections, and be part of the action once again is truly priceless. But don’t brush off the value of virtual events, just yet! Even post-pandemic, virtual events can be valuable for staying connected to your membership and sharing ongoing messaging. Here are a few more reasons why you should keep virtual as part of your event mix. 

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Five Qualities of a Great Live Event Keynote Speaker

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A great keynote speaker can transform a good event into a great event. Event planners understand the importance of booking a speaker who can share new insights with their audience, leave them inspired and motivated, and make the event memorable.

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Washington, D.C. Venue Spotlight: Welcome to Our City!

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While Washington, D.C. is a hotspot for meetings, galas and conferences, venue selection can be tricky. Unlike other cities known for their oversized hotels, conference centers, and casinos, D.C. boasts smaller historical venues. However, what the city lacks in size, it makes up for in character and opportunities to set your event in unique atmospheres.

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