Event Themes:  More ideas from the Here and Now
Any seasoned event professional, or frequent party goers, will tell you that they have seen it all. Themes like Marde Gras, 1950’s, Las Vegas, or An Evening in Versailles, are a great time and mainstays in the fundraising and gala producing worlds.  They are certainly all accessible; some linens are made for it, lot’s of décor exists that can capture the spirit, and there are more than a few entertainers that can drive the theme home. There is certainly nothing wrong with these tried and true event themes, but having been done so frequently, sometimes, dare I say, they can lack inspiration...

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Etiquette is the New Black
I am grateful for the opportunities to teach college students and professionals the beauty and power of just being a little more human every day.  Years ago I attended business etiquette training at the prestigious Protocol School of Washington®.  I thought by understanding the elusive world of dining skills and participating in compulsory handshaking classes, I would become a better event planner, business professional, and ultimately improve the way I serve my clients.  While this happened, and I was certified to teach, I never anticipated the unseen benefits that would come from being aware of my humanness.

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