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COVER STORY
The creativity factor
From making the most of a meager food and beverage budget by using more seasonal and local produce to exploring unique event venues that can bring added pizzazz without breaking the bank, planners have learned that it takes far more than a university education to make it in this business. Instead, success is often predicated on the ability to see new possibilities, do more with less and distinguish yourself or your clients from the competition.
ELEVENTH HOUR
The show must go on: Making Mounties out of mishaps
MEETING PLANNER PROFILE
Kristin Hosie, Senior Account Manager, Ruby Sky Event Planning Inc.
SUPPLIER VIEWPOINT
The rewards and challenges of industry suppliers
BUILDING BUZZ
Pre-event communication: Don’t let your event start at the door
BEICC UPDATE
Under the microscope: Announcing the launch of the Canadian Economic Impact Study 3.0
SPECIAL FEATURE
How ‘experience design’ can grab your audience on an emotional level
DESTINATION PROFILE
Best of the west: Meetings and events in British Columbia
VENUE SPOTLIGHT
Eight tips for sourcing a venue that’s as unique as your event
