Over the years I’ve planned and attended hundreds of events as well as helped our clients do the same for hundreds more. For most folks it takes lots of practice (and a few awkward conversations or moments of silence along the way) to feel comfortable entering and chatting with a…
Twenty years. Where does the time go…and, why so fast? I’ve had the immense pleasure of helping launch Attitudes & Attire as part of its initial board of directors 20 years ago** and one of the early annual luncheon chairs and fundraising chairs. And for the past 15 years while…
As some of you noticed on @PaigeDawson yesterday, I had the good fortune to spend the day with APQC (the American Productivity & Quality Center) for the Inaugural Founder’s Day & Jack Grayson’s 92nd Birthday Celebration. What an inspirational event! I have a special affinity for APQC (as a long-term…
We are fortunate to work with entrepreneurs who develop practical, innovative, “Why didn’t I think of that?” concepts for new products and services. Most recently we’ve had the privilege of helping Joe Francis and his team launch Lekker, a revolutionary app-based chef brokering service. Currently available in Houston and soon…
Trade shows and conferences have become a cottage industry of their own—with a ‘must attend’ and ‘can’t miss’ event happening in your city seemingly every month. Trade show organizers hoping to sell you a spot on their exhibit hall floor (or a pricey sponsorship) can sometimes make you feel like…
