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Elmo Birthday Party Ideas – Tickle Me Elmo!

March 31, 2012 By Randy Markus Comments

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Is your child passionate about that red, cuddly, adorable monster? If yes is the answer then now is the time to take your party planning to the next level and rejoice in all things Elmo. If you have a son or daughter that just loves everything Elmo, including his wonderful as well as educational TV shows, lovable toys, live shows and your looking to put a smile on their face, then come and play and celebrate Elmo the birthday party way!

Elmo is an absolute fan favorite, fluffy and huggable and totally delightful, silly and endearing all at the same time. All those qualities are sure to make your little one happy just by having a birthday party enhanced with Elmo and the Sesame Street gang. And really, when it comes to toddler aged kids give them some attention, a gift or three; some cake and you’ve made their day. So in some ways, when creating that special birthday party and marking that wonderful day with a familiar and furry character who feels like family, truthfully is as much fun for the parents as it is for the kids. And really there are so many great Elmo birthday party ideas to get you planning!

Elmo Birthday Party Ideas – B is for Birthday!

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When planning any party or celebration, once the first decision (the theme) has been made, then the actual party planning work begins. It goes without saying, but I will repeat it again here, there are lots of party elements to be considered and then decided on. First and foremost a budget must be determined and as equally important you must stick to it. Back in the day (pre-planning) this was one of the most essential pieces of advice shared with me. As we all know this great day cannot begin until the honored guests arrive. So how many guests to invite and when and where the party is being held are the first questions to ask and answer. Then we move on to Elmo and Elmo themed birthday party ideas and Elmo invitations, decorations, food, cake, games, activities and wait for it, every kids’ favorite, the loot bag. Once you confirm the Elmo birthday party details, it’s time to decide on homemade, store bought or a combination and then you are on the road to planning, Elmo birthday planning, that is!

Elmo Birthday Party Ideas – Elmo help is Here!

But wait! When it comes to celebrating with our pal Elmo and Elmo birthday party ideas, we can all use a little assistance. The how and what to do to get this party started. A big thank you to YouTube and Birthday Direct TV for providing this great video to help us get a leg up on all your Elmo birthday party planning.

So if you and your child are crazy for Elmo, pay a visit to Sesame Street and start planning all things red and fuzzy. When looking at Elmo birthday party ideas, don’t forget to include all Elmo’s fuzzy friends. Not only will you be glad you did, the guest of honor and all the gang will be too.

What Are Your Expectations of a Meeting Planners Guide?

March 30, 2012 By Andrew Maxwell Comments

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I keep hearing a lot of talk about how important a meeting planners guide is. While I don’t doubt that, it does make me wonder what exactly are planners’ expectations of a meeting planners guide. There are certainly no shortage of meeting planners guides to choose from. But, we thought for this post that we would review some of, what we consider to be, the key items that a meeting planners guide should cover.

Meeting Planners Guide Can Help You Develop a Checklist

We’ve often talked about how a meeting planner has to wear many different hats. So it only stands to reason that a good meeting planners guide will help a planner breakdown the various components of a meeting into workable objectives. So let’s review some of these “hats”, as it were, that a meeting planner is required to wear from time to time.

Important Items That a Meeting Planners Guide Should Include Are:

Planning. While this may seem like an obvious item, planning is crucial especially at the early stages of organizing and executing a meeting.

Budgets. With planning, budgets almost go hand-in-hand. Budgets are crucial, especially in the planning stages as it will help ascertain which components of the meeting are necessary versus components which can be eliminated should the budget not accommodate these items. Budgets help a planner determine what they need to achieve in order for the meeting to be a success and, in some cases, a revenue producer.

Meeting Room Set up and Requirements. A meeting planner needs to know all of the various meeting room set up configurations like the back of their hands. This is probably one of the earlier items that a new meeting planner learns as it is crucial in determining the type and size of meeting required. In addition, requirements can include items such as audiovisual needs and the type of speakers , etc.

Negotiating. This is probably one hat that sets seasoned meeting planners apart from the crowd. A good negotiator knows how to arrive at their desired results without offending or burning any bridges. A good negotiator also has to know what they are prepared to give up in order to achieve their overall results.

Contract. I remember studying contracts in my law classes in school. I dreaded those classes. But, lo and behold, understanding contracts has become a vital part of the meetings and events industry. So now I have to thank those professors for giving me the ability to read and understand contracts.

Suppliers. Many planners tend to think of suppliers as additional expenses to their budget. However, talk to a season planner about how they use their local suppliers and they’ll tell you quite often they request that their suppliers develop a program that works within the budget parameters assigned. Think of suppliers as the local experts in their field.

The above items will probably be found in most good meeting planners guides. Unfortunately the meeting planners guide cannot do the task for a meeting planner, rather they are designed to provide the planner with a map of key items that need to be addressed in order to make their meetings and events successful.

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Interested in Obtaining Certification to Be a Certified Meeting Planner?

March 29, 2012 By Andrew Maxwell Comments

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Should you obtain certification to be a certified meeting planner? That’s a common question within the industry. While, at present, the meetings and events industry does not require a meeting planner to be certified, many are going down the certification path to further their career development. But it’s not cheap to become a certified meeting planner. And certification does take a considerable time commitment on your part as well. So for this post were going to look at the merits (benefits as it were) of a meeting planner certification.

Certified Meeting Planner-the Benefits of Certification

Whenever I am at a networking event often the conversation involves the benefits of certification. Let’s face it, on face value any certification shows that you have taken an interest in your profession and are continuing your development as well. I find that people new to the industry, while interested in becoming a certified meeting planner, often will learn the ropes and then determine whether or not the certification route is for them. And I encourage that. After all it does take a commitment of both time and money. The reason I encourage new meeting planners to get their feet wet first is so that they can determine whether or not they see themselves staying in the industry long term. If their aspirations involve another career then there’s nothing wrong with working in the industry without being certified.

Some of the Certification Benefits of Becoming a Certified Meeting Planner Are:

your potential clients will see this as a commitment to your profession and the industry

it demonstrates that you have the required knowledge to make informed decisions

it also shows that you have longevity. Something that is often quite important to potential clients

people within your organization will look up to you for both knowledge and direction for their own career choices

When clients are selecting a meeting planner, quite often what they are looking for is that person’s expertise and guidance to help implement and execute successful meetings or events. With certification, a certified meeting planner demonstrates that they have the required knowledge, and commitment, to provide their clients with the proper direction. Being a certified meeting planner is not a requirement for the industry. Don’t get me wrong, there are many good meeting planners out there that haven’t been certified. But, I do believe that certification brings professionalism and commitment to the meetings and events industry.

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Global Meeting Planner – Good Meetings, Great Meeting Planners!

March 29, 2012 By Randy Markus Comments

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As stated previously (in this blog as well as many others), meeting planners are a busy bunch of industry professionals. Their days and a lot of nights are filled with hard work attempting to achieve the goals and objectives set out by the organization they represent. They accomplish these responsibilities and tasks through an unbelievable amount of effort, planning and organizing the various meetings and events on their plate.

So yes, there is a great deal of work involved in the actual planning and organizing of meetings and events. And there are many organizations, including the always accessible and helpful convention and visitors bureaus (CVB’s), service companies as well as a large assortment of planning and destination management companies, that are here to help successfully execute conferences, meetings and events. And as the industry advances so does obtainable and accessible technology. With a little leg work there are lots of available software tools and apps, some free and some with a fee, to lend a hand.

Global Meeting Planner – International Meetings Help?

While there is an abundance of technological assistance, and that segment of the industry continues to grow, what about global meetings? Where should a global meeting planner that is considering taking their meetings outside the US and go international, look for help.

With a (slight) increase in international meetings, selecting an international destination for events and meetings can help create enthusiasm and excitement and often helps increase attendance. In addition to the assistance preparing, arranging and executing global meetings, what about help and answers to some of those nagging questions like; how to avoid shipping issues, cost saving tips for international meetings, managing the exchange for foreign currency, risk management for international meetings, visa matters, is the VAT refundable and how to go about it, legal and safety issues and the list of questions continues.

Have no fear there is some great support out there.

Global Meeting Planner – Let Me Introduce You…

If you are not aware of the organization BestCities Global Alliance, let me take this opportunity to introduce you.

Founded over ten years ago, BestCities Global Alliance is made up of convention bureaus that pride themselves on providing the world’s finest service experience for meeting planners planning international meetings. These leading global destinations include Cape Town, Copenhagen, Dubai, Edinburgh, Melbourne, San Juan, Singapore and Vancouver. And in October 2011 Houston and Berlin joined as preliminary members and in June of this year they will become full members.

If you choose to work with BestCities Global Alliance, one of their members not only will you save time and anxiety, but you are assured of the highest level and best possible assistance and service with all things planning. No matter the size or scoop of your meetings or events, you will be assisted with destination knowledge and resources, bid help, conference planning and onsite assistance just to name a few.

Global Meeting Planner – Why Work With BestCities

BestCities is regarded as not only a ground breaking and innovative organization; they bring to the table destination knowledge and expertise second to none. They partner with the global meeting planner from start to finish and guarantee a unique and extraordinary service experience and ultimately success.

So if international meetings are on your slate and you need some assistance with all things planning, be sure to check out BestCities Global Alliance (http://www.bestcities.net/) for answers and help.

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17th Birthday Party Ideas

March 28, 2012 By Andrew Maxwell Comments

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Do you know someone that will soon be celebrating their 17th birthday? If so, you’re probably wondering where to get 17th birthday party ideas. It’s no secret that, for many 17-year-olds, it’s hard to know what they’ll want for their birthday. For any of you that have a 17-year-old in the family, you probably understand what I mean here. But, lucky for you, I’m here to tell you that there are a few things that you can do that will make the birthday celebrations fun for the soon to be 17-year-old.

17th Birthday Party Ideas-Take a Look at the Events from When They Were Born

If someone is turning 17 this year, that means they were born in 1995. Yep you read that right, 1995! For too many of us, 1995 seems like just yesterday. However, for the 17-year-old, 1995 is a lifetime ago. Which just goes to show you that time is, very much, a relative thing.

So what did the year 1995 bring us? Well it was the year that Microsoft released Windows 95. Movies released that year include; Toy Story, Batman Forever, Apollo 13, Ace Ventura, Goldeneye, Jumanji, Die Hard with a Vengeance and Braveheart. For music lovers, the following musicians were popular in 1995; Smashing Pumpkins, Rage against the Machine, Van Halen, Whitney Houston, Mariah Carey, Atlantis Morissette, Madonna, Garth Brooks and Janet Jackson.

What Should Your 17th Birthday Party Ideas Include?

At first you might think that putting together a birthday party for a 17-year-old is no small task. While you do have a point there, there are a few things that you can do to put a smile on the new 17-year-old’s face.

Some 17th birthday party ideas:

A Movie Night. You could do this in a number of ways. One idea would be to look at movies from when the 17-year-old was born (of course make sure they match what the birthday boy or girl likes). And then seem the party around the movie or movies that you’ll be showing. Another option might be to take a group of friends out for a movie night. Taking the birthday crowd out to a movie will incur some costs. But you can also check with your local movie theaters to see if there are any group discounts based on the number of people and the night of the week that you are considering. Another thing that I would recommend is that the parent not attend the birthday party. There’s nothing wrong with dropping off and picking up but it’s pretty safe to say that the 17-year-old would have a better time without mom or dad around (sorry).

A Music Event. Similar to movies from 1995 you can also make a compilation of songs from the year the birthday boy or girl was born. Maybe even take it one step further and, if there is one particular band that is enjoyed, see if there is a DVD of the concert that you can play. Asking the attendees to come in theme is also not a bad addition to the music idea.

Race Car Driving. This one, while I don’t rule girls out, might be more geared towards a 17-year-old young man. For any of you that live in and around a race track, you might want to check and see if they offer race car driving. After a few rounds of training, these new race car drivers will get a chance to go around the track in the same fashion that many of the season drivers get to enjoy. And why not make a picnic out of it and bring some snacks along for the event.

Paintball or Laser Tag. I actually went to a paintball birthday party for somebody that was in their 30s a few years back. At first I thought we might be a little old for it. But, I’m happy to tell you, that the 20 people or so that were there had a great time. What group of 17-year-olds wouldn’t enjoy an evening out doing laser tag or paintball.

Planning a birthday party for 17-year-old may seem like a daunting task. But there are many ideas for a 17th birthday party that you can easily implement without blowing the budget. Whichever idea you decide, the number one rule is that the event should be something that the birthday boy or girl has an interest in.

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Mickey Mouse Birthday Party Ideas – The Magic of Mickey!

March 28, 2012 By Randy Markus Comments

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We all love him! Just the thought of him and all his clubhouse mates brings a smile to our face along with at least one very special memory. Really, it makes no difference what your age or gender is, we have all grown up with our most favorite four legged crawler M-I-C-K-E-Y M-O-U-S-E. Since his beginning many eons ago, Mickey Mouse has become one of the most beloved Disney characters. He has since developed into one of the most identifiable as well as familiar and popular animated characters of all time.

No matter where you go you will see great Mickey Mouse stuff, to use, to display, to play with, to eat and ultimately to enjoy.

Mickey Mouse Birthday Party Ideas – Fun, Fun, Fun!

As we have blogged here many a time, planning and hosting a themed birthday party can bring a great amount of joy and fun, but also comes with some stress and anxiety. Researching and deciding on a theme is the first and sometimes the most trying chore. And by going with the “Mickster” as your theme you have already put yourself ahead of the game and on the road to some great birthday party planning.

Admittedly there are a lot of animated characters on TV and in the movies. But only a small amount have remained a tried and true favorite and stayed with us year after year (after year!). You may think by choosing such a well-known personality, the market would be saturated and overdone. But with Mickey Mouse that is definitely not the case. You can easily throw an exceptional and extraordinary party that will remain a very memorable and outstanding time for the guest of honor and all the little musketeers. A Mickey Mouse themed birthday party is a terrific choice for any boy or girl celebrating that special occasion.

Mickey Mouse Birthday Party Ideas – Celebrate With Style!

So now the work begins. Where to start? Where to hold it? What to include? What to serve? Store bought or home-made? The questions are endless. With thanks to YouTube and our friends at Party City TV for providing this great video with Mickey Mouse Birthday party ideas to help get us started.

So “Come along and sing a song and join the jamboree!” Grab Mickey, Minnie, Goofy and all the clubhouse gang, jump right in and get planning. A fun time awaits!

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5 Key Items for a Conference Planning Checklist

March 27, 2012 By Andrew Maxwell Comments

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You don’t have to look very far to find a conference planning checklist. And when you Google the term, there certainly is no shortages of websites where you can get conference planning checklist ideas. So they must be important then, right? Well, of course the answer is yes (with some caution). I do have to say, that a good conference planning checklist is only as good as the thought that was put into making the checklist itself. Which started me thinking about which items would be considered crucial for a conference planning checklist.

Items That Should Be Included on Your Conference Planning Checklist

1) Location. This item should be first and foremost, obviously. After all you can’t do much planning, or rather logistics, until you know where it is the conference will be held. Most conference planners will begin to scout locations well in advance of their conference to make sure that they can pick dates, hotels and venues which would be suitable for their conference.

2) Dates. The dates of your conference are almost equally as important as the location of your conference. Of course depending on where your conference will be held, the dates may be dependent on factors such as temperature and other citywide activities occurring in the location over the dates that you are considering.

3) Budget. Before you can begin promoting, and then executing a conference, you will need to determine what your budget is for the conference itself. Sometimes a budget is set by the conference’s committee members ahead of time and then handed to the conference planner for execution. Other conferences may need to determine what their conferences itinerary will be in order to determine what the budget is. Whichever is your case, budgets are a crucial part of a conference planning checklist as it will have a direct impact on your conferences registration.

4) Registration. Of course the success of your conference will be judged by how many people attend. A good conference planning checklist will address registration at the onset. It is crucial today that you have a good registration marketing plan in place. There are many registration software services available to help conference planners in this area.

5) Program/Itinerary. A good conference planning checklist is all about planning for the various elements, or itinerary, of your conference. It should be well thought out in advance and then assigned due dates based on which items need to be decided and secured first. The itinerary is also key when it comes to the conferences budgets. It is vital for a conference planner to know how much money they have to spend on the various components to their conference.

With conference planning, the devil is in the details. Therefore a planner requires a conference planning checklist to help them break down vital components to their overall program. And then to address those items in the order in which they need to be addressed. A conference planning checklist can be a valuable tool as the planner works through their program. The five items listed above are crucial to a good conference planning checklist.

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Boys Birthday Party Ideas – Been There Done That!

March 27, 2012 By Randy Markus Comments

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Are you looking to plan a birthday party for that special boy in your life? And at the same time are you looking to plan the best one ever? Planning your son’s birthday party can be both a fun and unforgettable experience for both the parent and child alike. With a bit of preparation, resourcefulness and imagination, you can easily create that special day that will be remembered for years to come.

Planning kids’ birthday parties doesn’t have to be hard. With some pre-planning and organization you can simply come up with some terrific birthday party ideas that are not only fun and original but won’t break the bank.

Boys Birthday Party Ideas – Come On Inspiration!

We can’t deny it, birthdays and birthday parties are meant to be special… for everyone. And with so many b-day ideas and concepts available, when it comes down to it pinpointing that one oh-so special birthday party idea can be tricky. When planning, it’s important to bear in mind what type of party your kid really, really wants. And with that theme what they actually want included in their special day. There is lots to decide on and then plan for; where to hold it, when to have it, how many and who to invite, how to keep the kids busy, what to serve and how to keep a smile on each and every kids face the entire time.

It is important to remember your child’s birthday party happens only once a year. So be sure to make it as fun and memorable for the birthday boy as possible.

Boys Birthday Party Ideas – Knock, Knock… Party Time!

When party planning, as we all know, boys can lean towards being somewhat more challenging. Boys do tend to be a tad more boisterous, noisy and energetic. All great qualities! So plan your party appropriately and remember to incorporate into the party plan tons of space and activities that will burn, burn, burn off some of that priceless energy.

So keeping in mind, the budget, your ideas and any timing issues there are some great theming possibilities to get you started;

Superhero Party – A party favorite amongst boys and girls alike. With so many super men and woman heroes as well as absolute baddies, there is a wide, wide range to choose from and plan for. We all love a great superhero! So how about instead of choosing just one, why not include all those super men and woman heroes for one big bash.

WWE Party – Professional wrestling and the WWE couldn’t be more popular and fun. These days the WWE really is a big deal with our kids and they thoroughly enjoy the tricks of the trade as well as the various scenarios played out on our TV’s. So if your son is a big WWE fan (and who isn’t) and you’re ready to rumble, why not throw a WWE Party.

Lego Party – Lego is a true classic! Is your son a Lego nut who just can’t get enough of it? Really, who isn’t hooked on the concept of Lego blocks creating and building? I bet you already have a ton of Legos and other supplies on hand needed to throw a most enjoyable Lego party. It’s a great party idea to plan that will keep the kids busy while having fun. Celebrate the Lego way, one brick at a time!

Pirate Party – Looking for some adventure then “Ahoy There Matey!” hop aboard. If your little pirate is wishing and dreaming of a swashbuckling afternoon of fun and pirate-y grub then chart a course and plunge into the world of pirates. This extremely popular party theme is great for boys (and girls) of all ages.

So if you’re seeking a theme for a fun and memorable party for your son, nephew, brother or other favorite little guy, then look no further. With a little research you will find there are copious amounts of birthday party supply help out there. So go ahead and check out what’s available by searching online as well as those handy retail stores. Before you know it you will be knee deep in party planning fun.

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Adult Birthday Party Ideas – You’re Only as Old as You Feel!

March 26, 2012 By Randy Markus Comments

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I’ve said it before but it does bear repeating; Birthdays are special, regardless of age or gender. That’s my feeling anyway. Who said when you become an adult you’re too old to celebrate and have fun? For some adults just the thought of becoming another year older turns them in to a ball of fear and anxiety. I really never understood that. Surely celebrating another glorious year definitely beats the alternative…and you know what I mean by the “alternative”. Whether you’re turning 25, 45 or 65 or any other age, birthdays and birthday parties can be significant and important for each one of us.

Birthday parties never fail to entertain and please. If planned right they are always a great time, not only for the guest of honor but the invitees as well. Our young ones aren’t the only ones that know how to have fun and enjoy a birthday party. Some say planning a birthday party for a kid is way (way) easier than doing so for an adult. Whether you agree with that or not, the question still remains. Where to start?

Adult Birthday Party Ideas – Happy Birthday to YOU!

The words “birthday party” bring to mind visions of screaming kids, chaos, kiddie decorations and sticky sweets come. But it doesn’t have to be that way. First thing on your party plan is to come up with a budget and then stick to it. Once the budget has been confirmed the next step is all about picking a theme. The party should mean something to the birthday honoree so think about who you are planning the celebration for and what they would want. It’s key to throw a party that will not only be enjoyed by the special birthday celebrator but where they will feel at ease and happy. Depending on the person, the theme possibilities are endless. Once the theme is established, like any party planning, there are tons of other factors to consider; date, venue, size, guest list, designing invitations, menu, decor, entertainment and so much more. The list truly can seem never ending.

Adult Birthday Party Ideas – Surprise!

Thanks to our friends at Funny or Die, while providing us with a chuckle, they show us how imperative it is to really think about and consider the person you are planning the party for whether it is a surprise or not.

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Planning adult parties just takes a bit of creativity and vision. So get your imagination going, pick a theme and start planning!

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Planning a Conference Checklist Items

March 25, 2012 By Andrew Maxwell Comments

For anyone planning a conference, a checklist is important for a number of reasons. Of course the most obvious reason why you would use a checklist when planning a conference is to keep track of all of the small details that are required as part of your planning. After all, it is all about the details.

Which begs the question – when planning a conference what checklist items should be covered? Well of course it does depend on which type of event you’re organizing (i.e. corporate conference, an incentive trip or a wedding). But, generally speaking the graph below outlines the major checklist items that are often covered when planning a conference.

As you can see, there are many areas that need to be covered when planning a conference. Planning a conference checklist items are based on the type of conference that you’re planning. But the one thing that is certain is that a checklist is an important part of the planning process.

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Elmo Birthday Party Ideas – B is for Birthday!

Elmo Birthday Party Ideas – Elmo help is Here!

So if you and your child are crazy for Elmo, pay a visit to Sesame Street and start planning all things red and fuzzy. When looking at Elmo birthday party ideas, don’t forget to include all Elmo’s fuzzy friends. Not only will you be glad you did, the guest of honor and all the gang will be too.

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