Inspiration for organising groundbreaking events https://www.eventplanner.net/ en copyright 2025, Pink Minds Media editor@eventplanner.net https://cdn.eventplanner.net/img4/logo-eventplanner.png https://www.eventplanner.net/ The European Commission has officially approved the acquisition of Production Resource Group (PRG), a global player in event technology and production services, by investment firms FS KKR Capital Corp. and Ares Capital Management. https://www.eventplanner.net/news/11055_green-light-for-industry-shakeup-european-commission-approves-prg-acquisition-by-fs-kkr-and-ares.html?utm_source=eventplanner&utm_medium=RSS The European Commission has officially approved the acquisition of Production Resource Group (PRG), a global player in event technology and production services, by investment firms FS KKR Capital Corp. and Ares Capital Management. ]]> redactie@eventplanner.be https://www.eventplanner.net/news/11055_green-light-for-industry-shakeup-european-commission-approves-prg-acquisition-by-fs-kkr-and-ares.html 2025-10-14 08:34:57 +0100 Pukkelpop started as a glorified scout party, but 40 years later the festival has become a new jewel in the crown of entertainment multinational Live Nation. https://www.eventplanner.net/news/11052_from-a-glorified-scout-party-to-part-of-a-multinational-the-pukkelpop-journey-in-six-steps.html?utm_source=eventplanner&utm_medium=RSS Pukkelpop started as a glorified scout party, but 40 years later the festival has become a new jewel in the crown of entertainment multinational Live Nation.]]> redactie@eventplanner.be https://www.eventplanner.net/news/11052_from-a-glorified-scout-party-to-part-of-a-multinational-the-pukkelpop-journey-in-six-steps.html 2025-10-12 10:38:42 +0100 Equip yourself with the finest event management software of 2026 to streamline every aspect of your events, from initiation to execution. https://www.eventplanner.net/news/10849_best-event-planning-tools-software-your-ultimate-guide.html?utm_source=eventplanner&utm_medium=RSS Equip yourself with the finest event management software of 2026 to streamline every aspect of your events, from initiation to execution.]]> redactie@eventplanner.be https://www.eventplanner.net/news/10849_best-event-planning-tools-software-your-ultimate-guide.html 2025-10-11 16:29:57 +0100 Royal Jaarbeurs is joining forces with international event management platform Visit by GES. https://www.eventplanner.net/news/11051_royal-jaarbeurs-unburdens-customers-with-new-event-platform.html?utm_source=eventplanner&utm_medium=RSS Royal Jaarbeurs is joining forces with international event management platform Visit by GES. ]]> redactie@eventplanner.be https://www.eventplanner.net/news/11051_royal-jaarbeurs-unburdens-customers-with-new-event-platform.html 2025-10-09 09:37:09 +0100 It's not always easy to change habits and adjust to new work dynamics. When people know what works best and have a routine, it can be challenging for them to adopt new tools that will improve the outcomes of their work. https://www.eventplanner.net/news/8742_how-to-make-your-team-adopt-event-technology.html?utm_source=eventplanner&utm_medium=RSS It's not always easy to change habits and adjust to new work dynamics. When people know what works best and have a routine, it can be challenging for them to adopt new tools that will improve the outcomes of their work.]]> redactie@eventplanner.be https://www.eventplanner.net/news/8742_how-to-make-your-team-adopt-event-technology.html 2025-10-05 20:22:18 +0100 One of the reasons why people attend events is to network while discussing the latest industry happenings. This is particularly true for C-suite executives, whose work is based on heavy decision-making derived from the latest insights and interactions. https://www.eventplanner.net/news/9337_how-to-plan-your-first-executive-breakfast.html?utm_source=eventplanner&utm_medium=RSS One of the reasons why people attend events is to network while discussing the latest industry happenings. This is particularly true for C-suite executives, whose work is based on heavy decision-making derived from the latest insights and interactions.]]> redactie@eventplanner.be https://www.eventplanner.net/news/9337_how-to-plan-your-first-executive-breakfast.html 2025-09-28 10:17:17 +0100 The location will determine to a large extent the atmosphere, attractiveness and appeal of your event. This check-list is a useful tool to make sure that your dream venue really is suitable to host your dream event. https://www.eventplanner.net/news/4398_tip-checklist-for-event-venues.html?utm_source=eventplanner&utm_medium=RSS The location will determine to a large extent the atmosphere, attractiveness and appeal of your event. This check-list is a useful tool to make sure that your dream venue really is suitable to host your dream event.]]> redactie@eventplanner.be https://www.eventplanner.net/news/4398_tip-checklist-for-event-venues.html 2025-09-28 10:17:00 +0100 The war for talent is fierce in the event industry. Are you looking for a suitable employee? eventplanner.net helps you fill vacancies faster. Post your jobs now! https://www.eventplanner.net/news/5390_post-your-vacancies-on-eventplannernet.html?utm_source=eventplanner&utm_medium=RSS The war for talent is fierce in the event industry. Are you looking for a suitable employee? eventplanner.net helps you fill vacancies faster. Post your jobs now!]]> redactie@eventplanner.be https://www.eventplanner.net/news/5390_post-your-vacancies-on-eventplannernet.html 2025-09-28 05:00:30 +0100 Breakout sessions are no longer just filler between keynotes. They're where real engagement happens, where participants connect, learn, and create. Done right, they can transform your event from a passive experience into an active one. https://www.eventplanner.net/news/11046_12-breakout-session-ideas-that-will-energise-your-next-event.html?utm_source=eventplanner&utm_medium=RSS Breakout sessions are no longer just filler between keynotes. They're where real engagement happens, where participants connect, learn, and create. Done right, they can transform your event from a passive experience into an active one.]]> redactie@eventplanner.be https://www.eventplanner.net/news/11046_12-breakout-session-ideas-that-will-energise-your-next-event.html 2025-09-21 08:10:29 +0100 Let's be honest - Excel sheets weren't designed to handle the chaos of event planning. Yet, many organisers still rely on clunky templates and disconnected files to manage their event budgets. That approach might survive a small internal meeting, but if y https://www.eventplanner.net/news/11044_stop-winging-it-master-your-event-budget-with-smart-software-not-just-a-spreadsheet.html?utm_source=eventplanner&utm_medium=RSS Let's be honest - Excel sheets weren't designed to handle the chaos of event planning. Yet, many organisers still rely on clunky templates and disconnected files to manage their event budgets. That approach might survive a small internal meeting, but if y]]> redactie@eventplanner.be https://www.eventplanner.net/news/11044_stop-winging-it-master-your-event-budget-with-smart-software-not-just-a-spreadsheet.html 2025-09-14 10:50:48 +0100 Have you ever attended a conference at AREA 42? Located in the heart of Brussels, just steps away from the Botanical Garden, AREA 42 is a unique B2B event venue housed in the prestigious former RTT building, designed by architect Michel Polak. https://www.eventplanner.net/news/11042_area-42-presents-dispersion.html?utm_source=eventplanner&utm_medium=RSS Have you ever attended a conference at AREA 42? Located in the heart of Brussels, just steps away from the Botanical Garden, AREA 42 is a unique B2B event venue housed in the prestigious former RTT building, designed by architect Michel Polak.]]> redactie@eventplanner.be https://www.eventplanner.net/news/11042_area-42-presents-dispersion.html 2025-09-10 20:11:23 +0100 On September 8, during the PLASA Show in London, the European associations AFIAL, APESA, AVITA, Event Confederation, PLASA, PSA, and VPLT announced their intention to join forces internationally. https://www.eventplanner.net/news/11041_7-european-associations-in-media-and-event-technology-launch-etia.html?utm_source=eventplanner&utm_medium=RSS On September 8, during the PLASA Show in London, the European associations AFIAL, APESA, AVITA, Event Confederation, PLASA, PSA, and VPLT announced their intention to join forces internationally.]]> redactie@eventplanner.be https://www.eventplanner.net/news/11041_7-european-associations-in-media-and-event-technology-launch-etia.html 2025-09-09 13:37:06 +0100 The fresh post-event insights your team gathers are just as important as your attendees’ feedback. But how do you access this valuable information? What should you do to encourage your event team to share their... https://www.eventplanner.net/news/9822_how-to-run-a-good-event-debrief.html?utm_source=eventplanner&utm_medium=RSS The fresh post-event insights your team gathers are just as important as your attendees’ feedback. But how do you access this valuable information? What should you do to encourage your event team to share their...]]> redactie@eventplanner.be https://www.eventplanner.net/news/9822_how-to-run-a-good-event-debrief.html 2025-09-07 15:43:37 +0100 Great news for international event professionals! Kevin Van der Straeten's successful book, EVENTPLANNER, is now finally available in a printed English version. https://www.eventplanner.net/news/11037_bestselling-event-book-now-available-in-english-order-now.html?utm_source=eventplanner&utm_medium=RSS Great news for international event professionals! Kevin Van der Straeten's successful book, EVENTPLANNER, is now finally available in a printed English version.]]> redactie@eventplanner.be https://www.eventplanner.net/news/11037_bestselling-event-book-now-available-in-english-order-now.html 2025-08-31 13:21:11 +0100 If you've ever used Trello, Asana, ClickUp or monday.com to plan an event, you're not alone. These popular project management platforms have become go-to tools for teams across all industries. Their flexibility, visual workflows, and collaborative feature https://www.eventplanner.net/news/11031_from-trello-to-tailored-tools-why-event-planners-need-specialised-software.html?utm_source=eventplanner&utm_medium=RSS If you've ever used Trello, Asana, ClickUp or monday.com to plan an event, you're not alone. These popular project management platforms have become go-to tools for teams across all industries. Their flexibility, visual workflows, and collaborative feature]]> redactie@eventplanner.be https://www.eventplanner.net/news/11031_from-trello-to-tailored-tools-why-event-planners-need-specialised-software.html 2025-08-17 13:40:12 +0100 September traditionally marks the start of a new academic year. For many event management students, our book, EVENTPLANNER 4, is ready and waiting on their desks. The book has become a staple at numerous colleges and programs. https://www.eventplanner.net/news/11030_back-to-event-school-eventplanner-4-helps-a-new-generation-of-event-professionals.html?utm_source=eventplanner&utm_medium=RSS September traditionally marks the start of a new academic year. For many event management students, our book, EVENTPLANNER 4, is ready and waiting on their desks. The book has become a staple at numerous colleges and programs.]]> redactie@eventplanner.be https://www.eventplanner.net/news/11030_back-to-event-school-eventplanner-4-helps-a-new-generation-of-event-professionals.html 2025-08-17 13:16:00 +0100 eventplanner.net is awarding the best event venues and companies for the 10th time this year. Who will win the coveted award? Vote for your favorite now. https://www.eventplanner.net/news/10005_who-will-be-the-best-event-company-or-venue-of-2025.html?utm_source=eventplanner&utm_medium=RSS eventplanner.net is awarding the best event venues and companies for the 10th time this year. Who will win the coveted award? Vote for your favorite now.]]> redactie@eventplanner.be https://www.eventplanner.net/news/10005_who-will-be-the-best-event-company-or-venue-of-2025.html 2025-08-17 10:44:22 +0100 We all know events are hard to plan. But what if this “by-default” thinking is mistaken? And what if we could move from the complexity of planning logistics to a more simplified way of managing events? Is this even possible? https://www.eventplanner.net/news/9981_how-to-simplify-the-work-of-your-planning-team.html?utm_source=eventplanner&utm_medium=RSS We all know events are hard to plan. But what if this “by-default” thinking is mistaken? And what if we could move from the complexity of planning logistics to a more simplified way of managing events? Is this even possible? ]]> redactie@eventplanner.be https://www.eventplanner.net/news/9981_how-to-simplify-the-work-of-your-planning-team.html 2025-08-09 11:38:35 +0100 Planning an event is a complex operation with many moving parts. One of the most powerful tools professional event planners use to keep everything on track is a Call Sheet, also known as a Run-of-Show Schedule. https://www.eventplanner.net/news/11029_how-to-create-an-event-call-sheet-runofshow-schedule.html?utm_source=eventplanner&utm_medium=RSS Planning an event is a complex operation with many moving parts. One of the most powerful tools professional event planners use to keep everything on track is a Call Sheet, also known as a Run-of-Show Schedule.]]> redactie@eventplanner.be https://www.eventplanner.net/news/11029_how-to-create-an-event-call-sheet-runofshow-schedule.html 2025-08-04 12:18:34 +0100 "It was a complete mess, but we did it." With just 36 hours left on the clock, the Tomorrowland team built a completely new main stage after the original went up in flames. https://www.eventplanner.net/news/11025_from-ashes-to-euphoria-in-36-hours-we-did-the-impossible.html?utm_source=eventplanner&utm_medium=RSS "It was a complete mess, but we did it." With just 36 hours left on the clock, the Tomorrowland team built a completely new main stage after the original went up in flames.]]> redactie@eventplanner.be https://www.eventplanner.net/news/11025_from-ashes-to-euphoria-in-36-hours-we-did-the-impossible.html 2025-07-18 17:37:42 +0100 The fire at Tomorrowland's main stage caused millions in damage. Fire insurance should cover this. The festival has a substantial financial buffer to absorb shocks. https://www.eventplanner.net/news/11024_how-severe-is-the-financial-shock-after-the-main-stage-burnt-down-tomorrowland-insurers-face-millions.html?utm_source=eventplanner&utm_medium=RSS The fire at Tomorrowland's main stage caused millions in damage. Fire insurance should cover this. The festival has a substantial financial buffer to absorb shocks.]]> redactie@eventplanner.be https://www.eventplanner.net/news/11024_how-severe-is-the-financial-shock-after-the-main-stage-burnt-down-tomorrowland-insurers-face-millions.html 2025-07-18 14:15:27 +0100 A major fire destroyed the main stage of Tomorrowland in Boom this evening. Emergency services rushed to the scene and tried to get the fire under control. https://www.eventplanner.net/news/11023_tomorrowland-fire-main-stage-completely-destroyed-festival-continues.html?utm_source=eventplanner&utm_medium=RSS A major fire destroyed the main stage of Tomorrowland in Boom this evening. Emergency services rushed to the scene and tried to get the fire under control.]]> redactie@eventplanner.be https://www.eventplanner.net/news/11023_tomorrowland-fire-main-stage-completely-destroyed-festival-continues.html 2025-07-16 19:41:23 +0100 Planning two events at the same time sounds crazy, we know. However, sooner or later, we all go through it. It’s one of the most stressful work experiences you’ll have. https://www.eventplanner.net/news/9982_how-to-plan-two-events-at-the-same-time.html?utm_source=eventplanner&utm_medium=RSS Planning two events at the same time sounds crazy, we know. However, sooner or later, we all go through it. It’s one of the most stressful work experiences you’ll have.]]> redactie@eventplanner.be https://www.eventplanner.net/news/9982_how-to-plan-two-events-at-the-same-time.html 2025-07-13 11:42:08 +0100 The moment your attendees enter the venue door of your event, they want to forget about their routines and plunge into an extraordinary environment. https://www.eventplanner.net/news/9978_7-onsite-best-practices-youll-want-to-remember.html?utm_source=eventplanner&utm_medium=RSS The moment your attendees enter the venue door of your event, they want to forget about their routines and plunge into an extraordinary environment. ]]> redactie@eventplanner.be https://www.eventplanner.net/news/9978_7-onsite-best-practices-youll-want-to-remember.html 2025-07-13 11:28:23 +0100 Summer holidays are just around the corner and you are dreaming of a smooth, stress-free start to organising your upcoming events? At AREA 42 you will enjoy the support of a dedicated team and an inspiring environment that contributes to your success! https://www.eventplanner.net/news/11022_a-stressfree-start-to-the-new-season-at-area-42.html?utm_source=eventplanner&utm_medium=RSS Summer holidays are just around the corner and you are dreaming of a smooth, stress-free start to organising your upcoming events? At AREA 42 you will enjoy the support of a dedicated team and an inspiring environment that contributes to your success!]]> redactie@eventplanner.be https://www.eventplanner.net/news/11022_a-stressfree-start-to-the-new-season-at-area-42.html 2025-07-09 08:11:57 +0100