One thing I hear frequently from event planners is concern about the cost of implementing sustainable practices. In fact, according to a recent survey conducted by the Events Industry Council, 75% of events will only pursue sustainable programs if they are
3 Questions to Enter a Sustainable Event Planning Mindset
This week I’ve been thinking a lot about how many people it takes to pull off a successful event. I’m in awe of the way that all the moving parts of an event come together to create an immersive experience.
Commit to #StopSucking at Your Events: Offer Straws by Request Only
Did you know that every day, Americans throw away approximately 500 million plastic straws? That’s 3.5 billion straws every week. These little bits of plastic that we often disregard as minor are among the most common items found during beach
GMIC Study: Suppliers Should Mention Sustainability in Proposals
In a recent study, the Green Meeting Industry Council found that customers and third-party planners want suppliers to share information about sustainability in their proposals. The study, entitled Sustainable meeting and event practices: The state of the industry, was conducted by
Green Tips for Serving Alcohol at Weddings
Raise your hand if an open bar is your favorite part of a wedding reception. (Wave ’em high, don’t be shy!) A champagne toast can be one of the most touching moments of the evening, and booze certainly helps keep the party
Easy Vegetarian & Vegan Substitutions for Caterers
Caterers are faced with a variety of demands when preparing for an event. Creating a delectable menu, judging appropriate quantities, and ensuring every dish is ready at just the right time—it’s a carefully choreographed dance. But caterers have an often
Simple Steps to a More Sustainable Wedding
Weddings are a beautiful opportunity to celebrate a couple’s unique love and the lifestyle they share. But because of the many moving parts that go into planning a wedding, it can be difficult to know how to incorporate sustainability, even if