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EVENT BLOG


Mary Windham
Sep 16, 20203 min read
The 5 Biggest Virtual Event Mistakes & How to Avoid Them
Virtual events are becoming the new norm! There’s no doubt this in-person alternative has many benefits - like reduced costs and increased a


Mary Windham
Jul 29, 20203 min read
Virtual Events for Any Occasion
At Occasions Inc., we have thoroughly embraced the world of virtual event planning. Though the event industry has dabbled in virtual events


Mary Windham
May 6, 20203 min read
The Struggles of Working From Home
On the surface, working from home seems like it would be a breeze, but current events have put this idea to the test. Recently, I was talkin


Mary Windham
Apr 8, 20203 min read
Changing to a Remote Business
Due to the coronavirus, organizations across the globe are turning to remote working options to keep their businesses afloat. Just last year


Mary Windham
Mar 25, 20202 min read
Coronavirus Event Upheaval
COVID-19 has now filtered into every aspect of society, from empty grocery store shelves to how many people can be in one room together. Yet


Mary Windham
Mar 11, 20203 min read
Don't Print It, Post It
Recently, I had the honor to be a Discussion Roundtable Leader for The George Washington University School of Business Roundtable Discussion


Mary Windham
Feb 20, 20203 min read
The Trend That Isn't Going Anywhere
As event planners, one of our most important jobs is to stay abreast of industry trends - especially technological advances that help our cl


Mary Windham
Jan 23, 20203 min read
A Year In Review: 2019
I am proud of the work Occasions, Inc. has done over the years and the continued efforts of the team to make every event special and flawles


Mary Windham
Dec 11, 20192 min read
Make Every Year Strategically Better Than the Last
If you follow this blog, you know planning is key to most things. Outlining the bigger picture then getting into most smaller details ensure


Mary Windham
Nov 22, 20192 min read
The Perfect Holiday Party Made Easy
The annual holiday party is a big chance for company management to bring their team together and for staff to let loose. If done well, the e


Mary Windham
Oct 23, 20192 min read
Camp Out, Don't Burn Out
Entrepreneurship is a very difficult journey and if time is not set-aside for self-care, this journey can lead to entrepreneurial burnout, s


Mary Windham
Oct 9, 20192 min read
Vendors, Suppliers, and Partners - Oh My!
Vendors can make or break an event. Your guests will remember that one bad vendor much more than the other great ones, so the OI team priori
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