Revolutionizing Podcast Marketing: Unleashing the Power of AI for Audience Development

Event Technology, Event Trends, Industry Conversations

I co-run Larj Media, a podcast agency based in Seattle. We focus on creating podcasts for thought leaders and brands, and that includes developing podcasts at conferences and trade shows, as we did in March for the NW Event Show (you can listen to the trailer we...

Are Hybrid Events worth the effort?

Event Design, Event Planning, Event Trends, Food for thought

As live events make a comeback, numerous companies and organizations are veering away from hosting hybrid events. Given the extra costs and efforts involved in planning hybrid events, it may seem like a tempting item to eliminate from the event agenda and budget....

10 Insights and Things We Learned Planning The 2022 NWES

Event Trends

It’s been a few weeks since our first in-person event since the pandemic flipped the industry upside down. The Northwest Event Show was an exciting step forward as we move into the next era of events. Our team is passionate about putting on events that help...

Opportunities, Challenges, and Hope: How the Industry Has Transformed Since 2020

Event Trends

Almost everything about events has changed since March of 2020. There has never been a more transformational time within our industry, and it’s still evolving. To see what some of the most significant changes have been, we interviewed two of our panelists Bill...

10 Creative Event Ideas Your Attendees Will Love

Event Design, Event Ideas, Event Planning, Event Trends

It’s time to freshen up your event with these 10 creative event ideas your attendees will love. We know the event landscape is evolving and changing faster than ever before and it can be hard to keep up with the latest event ideas. No matter what type of event you’re...

The Road to Vegas is Paved with Opportunity

Event Ideas, Event Planning, Event Trends

As I prepared to board my flight out of JFK to Las Vegas, I felt conflicted and a little bit anxious. There was excitement because it has been nearly a year since I travelled last, and also hesitation—should I even be doing this during a pandemic? The airlines all...