Making “Hybrid” Happen
It seems like everything is “hybrid” these days – thanks to an ever-growing divide between in-person and virtual experiences. In all likelihood, the return to 100% in-person events will be slow, and vary widely from one location to another. Even after pandemic risks have subsided, people may be hesitant to attend gatherings that could be […]
Speak Up! Upgrade Your Online Public Speaking Abilities
Public speaking is intimidating for almost everyone. Even experienced speakers will confess they sometimes get “butterflies” before addressing a large crowd or when making a crucial presentation to a small group of impressive experts. What successful public speakers know – and are able to harness regularly – is that practice really does make perfect. But […]
What We Are Reading
Whether you’re looking to learn, connect, escape, or get inspired, picking up a book is always a good idea. Here are a few of the VIBE Agency favorites as the Summer just kicked started… 1000 Places to See Before You Die – Patricia Schultz This fantastic window to the world is just what we all […]
Top 5 tips for successful virtual events
We all know the joke about meetings that could have been emails – but there are still many important events that cannot successfully be executed in a thread of text communications. Whether we like to admit it or not, as social creatures, person-to-person interfaces are about more than just what is said. We are constantly […]
5 tips for staying well while working from home
The world is facing an unprecedented situation right now with the coronavirus pandemic, leaving many people who are fortunate to still have jobs being forced to work from home for the foreseeable future. As companies grapple with how to implement digital tools and security measures to make this possible, employees are having to learn new […]
8 ways to incorporate more plant-based items in your event menus
Plant-based eating is one of the biggest nutrition trends of 2020, with nearly 40 percent of Americans striving to eat more plant-based foods this year, according to a Nielsen poll. It makes sense that this consumer demand will drive a movement toward more plant-based menu options at events, too. But before you go crazy with […]
7 over-the-Top room service offerings at luxury hotels
Is there anything as indulgent as room service? There’s something so luxurious about ordering just the thing you’re craving—whether it’s a classic club sandwich or a drool-worthy dessert—and having it delivered right to your room, without you ever having to change out of your pajamas (or do the dishes). Beyond the typical breakfast, lunch and […]
7 hospitality design trends we’re translating for events
From F&B to décor to technology and more, trends in any segment are sure to find their way into the event industry. Here at VIBE, we’re always looking to stay on top of what’s current, as our clients in the luxury space are especially trend sensitive. This month, we’re inspired by some of the latest […]
8 New year’s resolutions for your business in 2020
Vowing to eat better or get in shape are common New Year’s Resolutions. While it’s wonderful to focus on improving your health, why not also set resolutions to improve your business in 2020? This month marks the start of a new year and a new decade, and there’s no better time to finally get organized […]
9 ways to keep your cool during the holidays
The holidays are indeed one of the most wonderful times of the year, but the timeframe between Thanksgiving and New Years can also be one of the most stressful. In addition to wrapping up projects for the year and planning for the next, you’re handling all the holiday preparations—from parties and family get-togethers to gift […]
Vibe Agency’s guide to table etiquette: France, the U.K. and U.S.
Think table etiquette are generally the same in France, the U.K. and the U.S.? Think again. When you are traveling the globe—as our team members at Vibe often are, planning amazing events in destinations around the world—it is critical to understand the cultural differences between countries you are visiting and assimilate with the locals to […]
How to design purposeful meetings
It’s easy to do the same event again and again, especially when planning something like an annual convention or conference. But using a “rinse and repeat” method won’t allow you to grow your event—and won’t hold your attendees’ interest for long (or have them signing up to return to your event next year). The average […]
