Five Great Reasons to Gather
Gathering in-person is more than an enjoyable experience … it’s productive, energizing, and important! For many organizations, live, in person events are the highlight of their year. They get to see and communicate with other attendees they may not regularly see, there are fun, unique experiences, and they get to learn new things – not […]
Five Big Bang … Low Buck Ideas for Your Events!
Reducing your event budget without sacrificing the attendee experience. When it comes to live events, many people think it’s impossible to reduce the event budget without reducing the quality of the event, or having a negative impact on the experience of the attendees. We’re here to tell you, that simply isn’t true! Keep reading to […]
Burnout … It’s Real!
We’ve all experienced it – but how can we prevent it? Let’s paint a picture: it’s January 15th, and it’s the closing night of the Stage Manager’s third event of the year. They have two more events, in two different cities, next week, and one in Asia at the beginning of February. They are dedicated […]
Lifetime of Learning
In a field that is constantly evolving, ongoing education is the key to success. While many event professionals have college degrees, certifications, and have completed courses in their chosen specialty, there is something else that takes a great crew member and elevates them to the top of their field … a love and dedication to […]
The Facts About Scheduled Payments Models
And why we think they should be the event industry’s new standard For decades, the event industry standardized around two bulk payments … a 50% deposit to confirm an event and a 50% final payment due near the event’s start date (depending on your pre-negotiated terms). There’s no obvious logic to support this model. Cancellation […]
Projection Versus LED for Event Displays
Picking the right display for the ultimate WOW factor Projection has been the gold standard in event displays for decades – but recently, LED has started making waves. What is the difference between these two options? What are the benefits and limitations of each? Most importantly, how can you determine which is the right choice […]
Common Event Terms
Event lingo that all event professionals should know As attendees walk into an event, there is an excitement in the air … the upbeat music, bold lighting, and beautiful visuals; the hands shaking, high-fives, and joyous greetings; the hunt for the perfect seat or rush to grab a cup of coffee before the lights dim […]
Projection Mapping and Atypical Activations
Creatively utilizing technology for the maximum “wow” factor. Each event season, our clients look for new and exciting ways to wow their audiences. Whether it be through exciting experiences, opportunities to build new connections, or unique visual effects, everybody wants to create high-impact moments. But in a world with cutting-edge technology constantly available, how do […]
“Corralling the Chaos”
Encompass was invited to participate in Lasso’s “Corralling the Chaos” podcast a few weeks ago. If you haven’t already listened, check it out here! This episode focused on Selling the Show and featured three guests with different perspectives. One company dominates their regional Canadian market, another works coast-to-coast in the US, and a consultant who […]
Backstage Best Practices
Whether it be presenters, event crew, show callers, or clients, here are a few backstage best practices to keep your show running smoothly … The backstage area of a live event can be an incredibly calm place – dark and quiet, with event professionals working effectively and efficiently to create an incredible experience for clients […]