Hard to believe the year will soon come to a close, and we’ll quickly start anew. While the date on the calendar is only a symbolic measure of the passing of time, it does allow us to take a step back and reflect on what we’ve learned about hosting corporate meetings and events this year and to start setting our goals for the upcoming one.

This past year was a year of surprises and changes, but it also gave us some key insights into corporate events that we can use to make the coming year even better.

We hope that you find these tips helpful and that they help your next event be a success!

Have you ever gone to a meeting that dragged on forever? Or maybe you’ve been in one where no one was listening to anyone else? When planning a corporate meeting in Blacksburg, you’ll want it to be productive and meaningful. Most importantly, you’ll want attendees to be excited to attend!

Corporate gatherings allow team members to come together and share information, discuss problems, and brainstorm solutions. But, if not planned and managed correctly, they can waste valuable time that could be spent on more productive activities.

Here are our tips for planning successful corporate meetings in Blacksburg.

From the beautiful mountain range of the Blue Ridge Mountains to the charming small-town feel of Blacksburg, there is something for everyone in Southwest Virginia.

This off-the-beaten-path destination is ideal not only for a personal vacation but also for a corporate retreat. If you are planning a corporate event and are looking for a unique location that will offer your guests an unforgettable experience, look no further than this little slice of paradise in the great state of Virginia.

The ability to comfortably network at events is a powerful skill for association professionals. It allows you to connect with potential employers, clients, and other professionals in your field. However, for some, the idea of networking can be daunting. 

With networking events happening all the time, we thought this would be the perfect time to share helpful tips on making the most of all the great connections!

Here are thirteen tips to help you make the most of this, and future, events.

The role of a leader in the workplace is to get the best out of every employee. Ensuring your workers reach their full potential enables your organization to realize its short and long-term goals. For any organization to achieve optimum production efficiency, all employees should work together in harmony. 

With some great suggestions from our regional sales manager, Debbie Simpson, here are several tricks you can use for improving team performance among your employees.