New hires of special events professionals at the Hilton Palacio del Rio, Someone's in the Kitchen and the Barnsley Resort

Technorati’s latest Digital Influence Report showed that “consumers are turning to blogs when looking to make a purchase.” In fact, 31 percent of consumers say the personal blogs they read influence their purchasing decisions--ranking higher th...

The World Cup hospitality head is arrested, Gerald Ford honored, and tips for menus at Indian summer weddings

Special events business news for July 9, 2014, includes William Rivera joining Panache, a Classic Party Rentals Co., and a new safety program from Arena Americas.

Event business news this week includes a new role for Miller's Steve Kohn and a new Texas office for Access Destination Management Services.

Members of the Special Events Magazine Advisory Board salute 25 young special event pros to watch in 2014

Interesting articles concerning special events include the fact that blue is the hardest color to create in fireworks, totally bizarre old wedding customs, and the dangers of a July Fourth marshmallow fight

Special Events editor Lisa Hurley aAsks is it better to go alone or work in an alliance

Special events business news for June 25, 2014, includes the promotion of Patrick Cuccaro at big Atlanta caterer Affairs to Remember

1. Location, location, location: The summer is short, so take advantage of the season while you can. Be sure to pick a venue that showcases stellar summer season views or has an outdoor space. 2. Save-the-date ASAP: Summer is the height of trave...