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Guest Speaker Gifts – What’s the Best way to Thank your Keynote?

Posted January 10, 2025

“What sort of gift can we give our speaker?” It’s a question we hear a lot. Here’s the truth: when you’re working with a paid professional speaker, guest speaker gifts aren’t necessary. In fact, sometimes…

Person standing looking out a window at the airport with their right-hand on their suitcase handle watching a plane take off. Blog Topic - Jet Lag or Jackpot: Navigating Speaker Travel Within Your Budget

Jet Lag or Jackpot: Navigating Speaker Travel Within Your Budget

Posted October 11, 2024

Traveling as a speaker can be both exciting and exhausting. Between dealing with jet lag and staying within your budget, it can feel like hitting the jackpot when everything falls into place. But we’re here…

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Crucial Conversations: The Speaker Pre-Event Call

Posted October 11, 2024

Your speaker is booked, confirmed, and your event date is fast approaching! Now is the perfect time to schedule the crucial speaker pre-event call with your management team. This call is essential to ensure that…

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Event Networking for ALL–Including Introverts!

Posted December 12, 2024

Let me dust off my event soapbox for a moment because I need to talk about something that hits close to home–networking for introverts. Picture this: three days (and nights!) of being “on” at a…

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Centre Stage: Featured Speaker Natalie Doyle Oldfield

Posted November 3, 2024

Welcome to Centre Stage! LimeLight’s interview series, where we connect you with our roster of thought leaders who are reshaping industries, inspiring change, and driving success across various fields. This month we feature speaker, Natalie…

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The Best Meeting Room Layouts for Maximum Impact

Posted July 7, 2024

We've spent a lot of time in conference rooms, and one of the most important things I’ve learned is that the layout of your meeting room can greatly affect the outcome. It is absolutely essential to keep in this mind when planning your next event.

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Hire a Professional MC For Your Next Event

Hire a Professional MC to Elevate Your Next Event – 4 Insider Tips

Posted June 13, 2024

Looking to elevate your next event? Discover the transformative power of hiring a professional MC! In this blog post, Limelight Group explores the myriad benefits of hiring a skilled master of ceremonies. From captivating the crowd with their dynamic stage presence to expertly guiding the flow of the program, professional emcees bring charisma, expertise, and energy to the stage. Learn why investing in hiring a professional MC is a game-changer in event planning. Read more now!

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Some Essential Questions to Find Perfect Event Entertainment

Posted June 12, 2024

Have you ever gone to an event and left feeling completely underwhelmed by the entertainment? When it comes to entertainment, finding the perfect fit to wow an audience requires some thought about the event and attendees. That’s why we’ve compiled some important questions that will help you find just the right event entertainment.

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Are short lead times the new normal in events?

Posted May 21, 2024

Are Short Lead Times the New Normal in Events? The event industry has always been a fast-paced environment, but in recent years, the pace has accelerated to a whole new level. Gone are the…

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The Event Planner’s Guide to Avoiding Speaker Cancellations: How a Speakers Bureau Can Save the Day

Posted May 9, 2024

Event planners live in a constant state of "what if": What if the speaker gets sick? What if they miss their flight? What if they suddenly decide to join a circus instead? These aren't just paranoid fantasies; they're real concerns that can turn your event from a dream into a meme! Discover what you need to know about avoiding speaker cancellations like a pro.

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