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Kick-Start Your Conference With an Energizing Opening General Session

January 9, 2018

Starting your general session with an impressive opener is key for creating an experience that attendees will remember. If planned well, this beginning segment of your conference or meeting has the potential to grab attention, establish engagement, and energize attendees for many weeks following the event. By working with Innovative Entertainment our clients get first seat access to our best tips, tricks and ideas for creating unforgettable opening general sessions. Today […]

MPI and San Diego State University Develop Meeting & Event Management Graduate Program

December 28, 2017

Meeting Professionals International (MPI) and the L. Robert Payne School of Hospitality and Tourism Management at San Diego State University (SDSU) announced in December 2017 that they will collaborate to create the first graduate-level degree program offered in the United States focused on meeting and event management for mid and senior-level professionals. In addition, they plan to […]

The Three Hottest Live Event Trends of 2017

December 27, 2017

Feeling retrospective, we’ve pulled together a list of our top 3 favorite live event trends for 2017. Each one is something that made events memorable, forward-thinking and/or interactive. As we race towards a New Year, we think that elements from each of these trends will carry into 2018…what do you think? 1. Pop-Up Shows Ever feel a chill down your spine when you hear something announced, […]

3 Stellar Event Planning Facebook Groups to Join + Why

December 22, 2017

Looking for new ideas or have a 2018 goal to connect with other event planners? Simply log on to Facebook, the megalith of social media sites, type in “event planners” in the search bar, and click the spy glass to find a list of groups who share the same professional passion. At the top of the list, […]

Innovative Entertainment Is Coming To The Special Event 2018, New Orleans

December 20, 2017

TSE, also known as The Special Event conference, will be held from January 30th to February 1st, 2018 – held this year at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans, Louisiana. Geared towards special event businesses and event professionals, TSE provides opportunity for people in all areas of the live events industry to come together, learn […]

Comedian, Dan St. Paul: Bringing Comedy to Corporations

December 10, 2017

In a nutshell, 2017 was a year of ups and downs, of interesting happenings and a continuous flow of business trends that came and went. But through it all comedy stood tall and weathered the test of time. Now as you move into 2018, how about having a life-of-the-party entertainer for your next corporate event? Actor and comedian Dan St. […]

The 2018 Grammy Nominations Are Announced

December 5, 2017

On January 28, 2018 the 60th annual Grammy Awards will be handed out from Madison Square Garden. Artists the likes of Jay-Z, Kendrick Lemar and Bruno Mars lead the pack when it comes to sheer numbers of nominations this year. A Grammy Award (originally called Gramophone Award), is an award presented by The Recording Academy […]

The Holidays Are Here – SITE Southern California’s Holiday Event

November 29, 2017

Get your formal wear and tuxedos ready to wear as the SITE SoCal Holiday Event returns this year with a dinner format in Beverly Hills on November 30th and December 1, 2017! This eagerly awaited event, the 19th Annual SITE Holiday Event & Charity Auction, will be held at the Beverly Hills Hilton in the iconic International Ballroom. Over […]

Elle King: A True Rock N’ Roll Vocalist

November 28, 2017

Elle King’s rise to fame is unconventional, to say the least. She embodies the very essence of rock n’ roll, not only in her musical talent but also in her confident and individualistic personality. Although her father is a former SNL comedian and actor (Rob Schneider), Elle King made her way to fame organically, solely […]

What Is A Keynote Speaker And How Do I Choose One?

November 21, 2017

It’s true that the keynote speaker can make or break your event. Attendees will remember the impression the speaker made – they may post about it on their various social media. They may even decide whether or not to attend your event based on the speaker. You will need to choose carefully, so start by considering […]