Special events business news this week includes U.S. reps for big DMC Pacific World.

Patti Shock, Matthew Gucu stress that knowing your attendees is the key to successful events.

Popular wedding "inspiration" blog Style Me Pretty is calling it quits--how wedding pros can regroup and move forward.

Women in the event industry might say "Show us the money" on Equal Pay Day.

These sleek new cocktail shakers will add panache to bar service.

Doing good can be good for business--this DMC expert shares how.

The first outpost of the famed Grand Ole Opry debuts in Times Square.

Special events news this week includes promotions at Proof of the Pudding and the acquisition of assets of the former Classic Party Rentals in Las Vegas.

What with a great gown, good food and super security, the tally could hit $45 million, some say.