04 Apr

The Idea Virus

During this pandemic we are all experiencing, this 50,000 pound contagion weighing us all down, anchoring us to our homes and manifesting itself in ways unimaginable even weeks ago, some unexpected opportunities have risen. One of these is virtual book …
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25 Oct

SPINning the Experience

Experience design can, and perhaps should be, applied to more activities, including group fitness. When I returned from a month on the road I knew it was time to get back into more of a fitness routine and returned to …
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05 Oct

Finding Secret Treasure

There were many highlights of the College of Extraordinary Experiences, and for many guests one of these was finding a hidden treasure box and its delightful contents hidden throughout the castle. These were in cupboards and drawers, behind doors …
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03 Oct

Sustainability to Flourishing

Sustainability and nature.
Over the last few months a dedicated group of event professionals has been working with the Event Industry Council’s Green Meetings Industry Council to refresh the APEX ASTM sustainability standards. The goal is to create a framework of understanding and …
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16 Apr

East vs West and EventProfs Win

Canadian #eventprofs have been so fortunate this spring to have had two risk-taking, forward-thinking groups produce two very different, very excellent educational opportunities. While it is always hard for any of us to leave the office, it is when we …
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12 Feb

Beyond the “UN”

Yes, I said it. Let’s move past the UnConference, the UnSession, and move from Un to “In” – Intentional that is. We have been hosting symposia, salons, festivals, events and conferences for thousands of years, and it is only in …
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