The sun is shining, the days are long, and while it might seem a bit early to be thinking about the winter holidays, there’s no better time to get a jump start on planning your end-of-year parties than now. Welcome to Christmas in July, where...
A well-planned timeline will provide a clear roadmap of tasks, ensuring nothing is overlooked. Breaking down the planning process into manageable tasks and spreading those tasks over an extended period prevents a last-minute rush. It also allows for time to focus on details that enhance the...
Creating gender-inclusive events is essential for fostering a welcoming environment where everyone feels valued. Achieving this inclusivity requires thoughtful planning and a genuine commitment to diversity and inclusion. Whether you are organising a conference, workshop, or social gathering, ensuring that your event is gender-inclusive can...
We are delighted to have received the Gold Award from Greengage ECOsmart Hotels and Venue accreditation in 2024! Working to become more environmentally sustainable is key to our commitment to responsible and ethical business practices at ISH. Caring for our planet also ties directly to...
Creating a comprehensive event budget is crucial for ensuring the optimal performance of any type of event. It serves as a financial roadmap, providing a clear view of all expenses and revenues associated with the event. By creating an effective event budget plan, organizers can...
There’s no denying the value of face-to-face interaction, and in-person events have been used for years to create meaningful connections and bring people together. However, with lockdowns, social distancing and the lack of confidence amongst attendees of in-person events, virtual events have soared in popularity...
What do your attendees think about your event? How about sponsors? Are they likely to support your event next year? What was the experience like for in-person versus virtual attendees at your hybrid event? It’s hard to measure how well an event went when you only...
When February comes around, one thing is clear: love is very much in the air. What better way to capture that feeling than by organising a themed event? There are so many great Valentine’s Day event ideas to be inspired by – from playing Cupid for...
There’s a lot to manage when planning an event, so it’s important to have a list of everything you need to include in your event management plan. The following is a general event planning checklist to help you get started. The top seven most important...
The events industry has seen many changes over time, especially in the last couple of years. As new technologies continue to disrupt how people experience events, the industry is reinvented to keep up with these improvements. From virtual and hybrid events to artificial intelligence, event...