Owning a mistake is uncomfortable. Staying stuck in it is worse. Leadership means taking responsibility and knowing when it is time to move forward.

Change is necessary. But when it is disconnected from the work it is meant to improve, trust erodes and performance follows. This piece looks at why how change is handled matters as much as the change itself.

Small things rarely feel dangerous in the moment. Missed deadlines, quiet discomfort and decisions left unchallenged slowly reset what feels acceptable. Over time, that becomes the culture.

January brings a flood of resolutions for event teams. New tools, new ideas and new expectations. But better events are not built on promises. They are built on better decisions. This post outlines six practical resolutions for event professionals who want less noise and more impact this year.

Event success is no longer defined by packed rooms or glowing comments. Today it requires clear outcomes, smarter measurement and a sharper focus on what moves your organization forward. This post breaks down how event leaders can rethink success and build evaluation practices that match the expectations of modern audiences.

Event leaders often carry the weight of their work alone. This post explores why community matters, how it shapes stronger leadership and where to start finding people who truly understand the demands of the events world.

UPS redesigned its routes to eliminate left turns which saved time, fuel and money. Event leaders can do the same by removing friction points that slow teams down and drain resources. Small operational shifts can create big gains.

If event leaders could ask for anything this season it would be clarity support and tools that help events perform as true strategic assets. This wish list highlights what matters most to the people behind the scenes.

Event leaders are, at their core, entrepreneurs. They navigate risk, allocate resources, and build experiences that function as true business assets - each with its own strategy, revenue potential, and return on investment. This post explores how shifting your mindset from “planner” to “entrepreneur” changes everything: from how you define success to how you structure teams, budgets, and decisions.

In the high-stakes world of events, it’s easy to rush past the reasons we do this work. This Thanksgiving, we’re pausing to recognize the colleagues, partners, and attendees who make impact possible - and the privilege of shaping experiences that matter.

Event location decisions often say more about organizational culture than strategy. Too often driven by politics or habit, they miss the opportunity to align purpose, audience, and impact. This post explores who really decides where events happen - and how to turn that choice into a strategic advantage.

We want our sponsors to succeed - not just with visibility, but with impact. The best partnerships aren’t transactional; they’re intentional, collaborative, and built around the audience experience. When sponsors show up with purpose, they don’t just buy access - they shape moments that matter. This post explores what we wish every sponsor understood about creating value, building trust, and turning sponsorships into meaningful partnerships where everyone wins - the attendee, the sponsor, and the event.

When someone says, “That’s not how business works,” it’s often because they haven’t seen how our business works. Event leaders operate at the intersection of experience, strategy, and impact - but too often, we’re seen as executors instead of decision-makers. This post explores why calm is a strategy, consistency builds credibility, and courageous authenticity earns trust - and how bringing a business lens to your events earns you a real seat at the strategy table.

Change is hard—but necessary. In this post, we explore how to lead transformational shifts in your event strategy with clarity, empathy, and purpose. From stakeholder resistance to hidden opportunities, discover how to turn friction into forward momentum and build true buy-in across your organization.

Behind every seamless event is a team that’s running plays under pressure, adapting in real time, and carrying the emotional and physical weight of the game. From early mornings and long days on your feet to last-minute changes and high-stakes decisions—event work demands the stamina of an athlete, the instincts of a coach, and the unity of a championship team. In this post, we explore why events aren't just strategic—they're competitive, intense, and undeniably full contact.

Moneyball Your Events: Why Gut Feel Isn’t a Strategy
The Oakland A’s didn’t change the economics of baseball—but they changed how decisions are made. It’s time event leaders did the same. This post explores how data-driven decision-making can help you move beyond gut instinct to build smarter, more strategic events.

Your instincts matter—but strategy needs insight. Discover how event professionals are using AI to move from gut feel to confident, data-driven decisions that shape better outcomes before the event even begins.

Too many event roles are written like checklists—but real success requires strategic thinkers. This post explores how to shift from hiring task-doers to building a team that can drive innovation, own outcomes, and shape the future of your events.

Is your event team lean or overstretched? Use this practical formula to benchmark staffing needs by revenue per FTE—adjusted for event complexity. Learn how to assess your team’s capacity, align it with your portfolio, and make smarter resource decisions.

Success in events today demands more than smarts or people skills—it requires adaptability. This post explores the roles of IQ, EQ, and AQ in modern event leadership and how to develop the balance that drives long-term resilience and results.