Whenever a meeting coincides (even approximately) with a major holiday, there are many creative ways to use the holiday as a theme, which can then direct menus, agendas, content, activities, door prizes, and incentives. This article will provide ideas on how to successfully incorporate holiday themes in your meetings.

Whether you're giving a speech to an auditorium full of people or leading a sales presentation for your three best clients, speaking in public can be a terrifying experience. But it doesn't have to be. Professional speaker, Scott Ginsberg shares his secrets for conquering your nerves and enhancing your stage presence.

The details involved in planning large events or meetings can make even the most organized person feel like they are going to lose their mind. Keep your head on straight with these simple planning tips.

Need an effective way to ensure that the important information given at your event is remembered? Provide some handouts to your attendees! This will give them an opportunity to share what they’ve learned with their colleagues and it can also serve as a reference later on. Read more for the benefits of providing supplemental materials to guests at your event.

If you’re coordinating a large business event such as a conference or trade show, you may find yourself in a bit of a time crunch. Working on a tight deadline can be stressful and chaotic, and the outcome of the event will reflect that. Learn some ways strategies to help you use the time you have wisely and produce a flawless, well executed event.

Do you have a big business gathering coming up? Feeling some last minute jitters? We have some helpful ways to prepare so, when the big day comes, you’ll know you’ve got everything under control. Maybe you can even de-stress enough to enjoy the event yourself!

A company golf event can be a fun and profitable experience. But if you’re responsible for organizing it, you may quickly feel overwhelmed. We’ll walk you through the process of hosting a golf tournament from beginning to end.

Many times, it falls on us office professionals to plan company meetings and events. If you aren’t a trained professional, you can quickly become overwhelmed with this task. So how do you know when it’s time to call in a trained expert? We have a few suggestions.

We’ve all been to events and gathered our goody bags. They’re all usually the same: stress ball, pens and t-shirts, all with a company logo. Such generic swag doesn’t usually impress. Explore alternatives to the usual giveaways and learn how they can help your company stand out from the crowd.

Whether you’re organizing a conference, seminar or party, an Excel spreadsheet can be a helpful tool. From calculating and charting budgets to creating mailing lists and inventories, this program can really help you visualize the various components. We’ll show you how to set it up and make it work for you.

So, you’ve carefully planned your event and used every last penny on making it fabulous. How are you going to get the word out so people actually attend? We’ve got a few tricks for publicizing your event without breaking the bank.

Ok. Don’t panic. Even if you’ve never planned an event before, there’s no need to go crazy in the planning process. Let us show you the basics so you can stop stressing and start getting things organized. We’ve been there, done that.

Are you one of those people who hate the idea of mingling? Does networking scare you? We’re about to take the fear out of it. With these simple tips, even the most introverted professional will feel comfortable starting a conversation with perfect strangers at their next business gathering.

Hello everyone! Just a quick reminder that we are having our first ever Networking Event in Atlanta tonight at Shout Restaurant from 6:30pm to around 8:30pm. This event is for all office professionals as well as OfficeArrow members.OfficeArrow

Planning a company meeting or event for the first time? Although this is a new and stressful experience, it’s important that you keep your professionalism intact with everyone involved, from venue contacts and event attendees. We’ve compiled a list of some helpful suggestions for coordinating your company’s next event while staying professional.

With an endless list of possible locations for your next company event, it can be difficult to choose the right place. We’ve compiled a list of things you should consider to help narrow down your choice when it comes to site selection.

If you work for a non-profit organization, you know that raising funds is crucial part of doing business. And hosting a charity event is a great way to do it! To help you get started, we’ve gathered some suggestions for the planning, promotion, and execution of a successful charity event.

You’ve gone over your to-do list a dozen times and everything is done. Sure, all the physical components are in place for a fabulous event. But don’t ignore the importance of preparing yourself mentally – it could make or break your success. Learn the appropriate steps to put yourself in the right mindset before the event takes place.

Planning a big company event? Before you jump into selecting a venue and sending out invitations, there is a very critical first step that shouldn’t be missed. Doing this one simple thing will help guide you throughout the planning process so don’t overlook it!

When planning an event, your job is to not only create the event; it’s also to encourage people to attend. That means considering who, what, where, why and how to get people there. Increasing the attendance at an event may take time and perseverance, but you can get there with the helpful ideas presented here.

Training and continuing education can certainly go a long way, especially in today’s economy. Here at OfficeArrow, we encourage everyone to recognize the importance of expanding your skill set and undergoing training. So tell us, what’s your favorite training story? Share with our members, and you may win. Click here to read more.

Paper? Check. Pen? Check. Audio recorder? Check. Walking shoes? Check. Thanks to an innovative initiative called “Meetings on the Move,” companies are trading their conference rooms for the great outdoors. Could this be the end of traditional meetings? Read on to find out.

Is your meeting budget slowly evaporating before your eyes? It’s probably due to all those loosely monitored, small, off-site meetings. Learn how to gain control of your company’s practices and reign in spending by creating a program to manage the planning process.

With the economy in the dumps, many companies are doing away with professional event coordinators and turning to their administrative professionals to organize management retreats. In this two part series, we’ll look at how to effectively plan and execute such an event.

Put on your “Event Coordinator” hat – it’s time to plan a management retreat! Don’t worry about a thing. We’re sharing all the insider tips you need to organize a memorable event and pull it off without a snag.