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Event Kit Library
Whether you’re just starting out or leading large-scale events, you’ll find expert insights, downloadable tools, and step-by-step guidance to help you grow fast and plan like a pro.
What Poor Event Timelines Reveal About Our Industry’s Risk Culture
When timelines are rushed or vague, it’s not just poor planning‚ it’s a warning sign about how we manage risk across the industry.
Event Planning Mistakes to Avoid
From unclear event briefs to last-minute planning decisions, these common missteps can derail your event before it starts.
Emergency Kit Essentials for Every Planner
From band-aids to backup USBs, these are the items every planner should have on hand at every event.
Managing Safety at Public Events
Public events come with high expectations and higher risks‚ here’s how to manage safety without losing sleep.
Event Safety: Understanding the ‘Why’ Behind the Rules
When it comes to event safety, what’s more important: knowing all the rules or understanding why they exist? Too often, safety training relies on checklists, listing out potential risks and responses.
Could Your Event Keep Running Without You?
As event managers, we’re often prepared for the unexpected. But have you ever thought about what happens if something happens to you?
Cracking the Code: Understanding Weather Risks & Event Cancellations
Weather risks are often the underestimated risk in Event Risk Management Plans. Learn about how weather risk thresholds will help you develop a safe action plan to deliver a successful event.
Do I Need Security at My Event?
Do I need security at my event? Probably. Use this Event Security guide to help determine if you need security, and calculate how many guards.
How Many Portable Toilets Are Needed for Your Event?
Do I need toilets at my event? Probably. Use this Event Toilet guide to help determine if you need to hire toilets, and calculate how many toilets.
Crowd Control: The Event Risk You’re Underestimating
If you're planning an event with large crowds, a well-thought-out crowd management strategy is essential. Here's how to approach it.
The One Thing Event Planners Always Forget
As an event planner, it’s easy to assume your suppliers will show up, deliver, and do their job. But what happens when they don’t?
Happy Stakeholder Relationship = Event Success
Stakeholder management can make or break your event. We share 3 elements to managing your key event relationships like a pro.