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How to Lead Events Through Weather Disruption
Winter weather doesn’t ask for permission. It does what it wants when it wants: disrupts flights, reroutes attendees and tests even the most seasoned planning teams. …
Arlington Industry Conference Donates 150 Pounds of Food
Event Service Professionals Association (ESPA) Turns Storm-Related Surplus Food into Community Donation for 400+ ARLINGTON, Texas — More than 150 pounds of prepared food…
Building the Future of Event Services: How Student Engagement and Internships Are Shaping Tomorrow’s Workforce
As the event services industry faces workforce shortages, rapid technological change and a shifting talent landscape, cultivating the next generation of professionals has never…
Turning Challenges into Wins: How Event Services Can Support Budget and Attendance Goals
By Michelle Moon, Visit San Antonio, Board Member, Event Service Professionals Association (ESPA) Event planning is equal parts art and strategy. Even…
Wellness by Design: 8 Proven Ways to Create Health-Conscious Events
By Denise Reid, Past President, Event Service Professionals Association (ESPA) The numbers don’t lie: Life expectancy is higher than ever. But so,…
9 Ways Planners can Collaborate With Event Service Profs
Coordinate schedules, confirm site visits, manage budgets, review every layout—it’s a lot. Every detail, every choice, makes an impact. Now, pull it…
ESPA Honored for “Best Advocacy Campaign” by Association TRENDS
National Award Recognizes DEI, Accessibility Resources for Setting New Standards in Event Services PRINCETON JUNCTION, N.J. – May 7, 2024 – The…
Foster Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: 4 Strategies for Event Service Professionals
Event service professionals (ESPs) are dedicated to connecting their clients and visitors with community partners, acting as the key resource and…
Shaping Tomorrow’s Event Leaders: What Students Learned at ESPA’s Annual Conference
Early talent development is a strategic investment for the event services industry. The sector is strengthened by ensuring a continuous surge of…
New ESPA Accessibility Toolkit for Meetings & Events
The Event Service Professionals Association (ESPA) has introduced new accessibility toolkit for meetings and events. The free downloadable resource guide was created to help…