Conferences That Work
Adrian Segar knows his stuff. His blog reflects his years of experience in organizing events. Packed with practical tips and personal anecdotes, his articles paint a clear picture of what it takes to create conferences that actually work.
If you want to know what conferences have in common with CDs and playlists, or why the size of a meeting says nothing about its quality, Adrian Segar is the person to follow.
MICEstens digital
MICEstens digital shows event planners how to use digital tools and AI in their daily work—practically and without the hype. The blog is run by Katrin Taepke, a CMP and MBA with 30 years of experience in the industry. She has over 18,000 followers from the event sector on LinkedIn.
eveosblog
The number of German-language event management blogs is still quite small, so you’ll likely stumble upon eveosblog sooner or later. It’s easy to lose track of time browsing its many categories. With over 3,000 articles and news updates, it’s always worth a look. The occasional empirical studies featured here are also well worth reading.
techsytalk
Techsytalk is run by event planner Liz Caruso and her team. Their blog covers the entire spectrum of event management: from planning and technical aspects to the latest trends, you’ll find everything an event pro needs to stay up to date.
The articles are always short and concise, helping you navigate the event jungle with ease.
Michael Heipel Event Marketing Blog
Michael Heipel writes in both English and German, sharing tricks and discoveries from the world of event marketing.
He draws inspiration for many of his articles directly from the field: he regularly shares his experiences as an attendee and speaker at various events for those who couldn't make it. Definitely worth a read!
Skift Meetings
The team at Skift knows exactly what information event managers need to stay on top of one of the most demanding and fast-paced industries. The blog is a go-to source for new trends and developments, as well as articles on technical and even psychological aspects of the field. If you want to stay in the loop, start reading now.
PlannerWire
If you follow Keith Johnston’s advice when planning your conferences, you can’t go too far wrong. He explains, for example, how to keep your inbox from overflowing or how to create perfect event videos without a massive budget.
He also regularly features useful apps and tools that no organizer should be without.
Velvet Chainsaw
The first posts on the Velvet Chainsaw blog were published in January 2010. The very first one addressed sustainability at conferences—way ahead of its time, considering the topic didn't gain widespread attention until five years later. The team continues to stay ahead of the curve, now publishing articles on virtual conferences. We especially recommend their practical advice on knowledge transfer at conferences, which is particularly insightful for academic and scientific meetings.
Endless Events
If you’re looking for practical event planning tips mixed with a bit of creative flair for your next conference, the Endless Events blog is the place to be.
Their ideas for innovative lighting design, including LED furniture, are sure to brighten your day. Their insights into this year’s color trends for events are equally illuminating.
Event Inc
No event without a venue.
But how do you find the right one? Most likely on the Event Inc blog. It provides readers with all sorts of ideas for the perfect space. Whether you are looking for something unusual, cozy, outdoors, or a mix of everything, you can read up on which venue best suits your event and what you need to keep in mind in our numerous articles. And because even the best venue can't make up for hungry guests with rumbling stomachs, we also provide plenty of catering ideas. You will also find general event planning tips that are just as worth reading.
