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Articles by Darren Seward
Always expect the unexpected and be prepared
Anita Lowe, CEO, Venues and Events International, with some contingency planning tips from first-hand agency experience As event planners, we understand that contingency planning is such an important part of the event management services we provide. And as experienced as we are, there are some situations that we just can’t control, but always at the forefront of our minds is delegate safety.
Top 8 tips for creating engaging presentations
Leading a successful and engaging presentation uses a skill set that takes much time and practice in developing. It can be slightly nerve-racking to look out into a sea of people who look a little uninterested, as a crowd of interactive participants makes the public speaking much easier. Whatever stage you’re at in your career, learning good presentation skills is an important ability to develop in the world of work.
Millbrook hosts free road safety course
Millbrook, Luton Road Safety Team and Central Bedfordshire Council Road SafetyMillbrook, Luton Road Safety Team and Central Bedfordshire Council Road Safety Team have united with an aim of reducing road casualties, using a local initiative called “MORE” - Motivation, Observation, Response, Education. MORE driver courses are for 17 to 30-year-olds who are learning to drive or have received their licence, and are living in Bedfordshire or Luton.
One year until Brexit: hospitality sector view
In an industry so reliant on reputation, loyalty and recommendation, there is concern that after Brexit businesses won’t have the staff to carry out basic functionality and keep guests happy and returning. Just a handful of businesses had been able to plan or prepare for Brexit in 2017, which is unsurprising given the ‘unknown’ to plan for. While it may seem impossible to prepare right now, businesses should start thinking about how they would manage a changed employment and supplier landscape.
Event lighting: under the spotlight
While event professionals will invest time and research into venues, catering and event technology, an often overlooked element for success is getting the lighting right. CN approached lighting specialist Pete Mardell of Arup, Cardiff, for his insight. When I first entered the lighting design industry, my then boss said to me “in lighting design, if you get it right, no-one will notice. If you get it wrong, everyone will tell you.” Of course, they were completely right.
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