Aug 15 2019
Encore's Editorial Team

As a meeting planner, we’re faced with tough choices every day. From selecting venues to coordinating stakeholder travel, the details are endless. Selecting an AV provider might be one of the biggest – and toughest – choices to make. The decision to stay in-house or to go with an outside vendor is a constant conundrum. With such fierce competition, …

Despite Technology, Face to Face Meetings Still Prevail

Jul 25 2019
Encore's Editorial Team
Advancements in technology have certainly made our lives easier in many ways, including how we choose to meet. Thanks to videoconferencing solutions like Skype, Zoom, WebEx (among others), employees across the globe are able to connect without having to meet face to face. But despite the convenience of virtual substitutes, in-person events are still the ...

Improve the Mood With Color

Jul 11 2019
Encore's Editorial Team
When it comes to event planning, the significance of colour cannot be overstated. Just as you carefully select swatches before painting a room, the colours you choose for your event can profoundly affect attendees’ emotions and perceptions. Understanding this psychological impact is key to elevating event atmospheres and memorable experiences. Making informed and careful decisions ...

Is VR Dead in the Meetings Industry?

Jun 20 2019
Encore's Editorial Team
In 2012, VR first grabbed the attention of the world with Oculus Rift’s wildly successful Kickstarter campaign. The almost 2.5 million dollars raised proved it was easy to see the potential of a technology capable of transporting users to another perceived environment. This rings especially true for the meetings and events industry. From the initial event ...