Defining the New Era of Event Socialization

Defining the New Era of Event Socialization

The event and experiential industry has changed irrevocably. Even if COVID-19 were to disappear tomorrow, the reality of how vulnerable we are as a society will remain ingrained in us for years to come. It doesn’t mean there won’t be events; it just means that the way...
First There was Panic…Then Came Poetry

First There was Panic…Then Came Poetry

Years ago, it became clear that my parents would need to move out of their 1825 farmhouse and move into an assisted living apartment. My dad had memory issues and my mom had a tough time handling stairs, uneven floors, and the upkeep of an old home. This was not what...
The Ledge is Getting Crowded

The Ledge is Getting Crowded

My friends and I often find that we need to provide support to one another while navigating our new world. The stress is palpable – getting our kids to wear a mask, dealing with people entering our personal space, finding toilet paper – not to mention the loss...
Meaningful Togetherness

Meaningful Togetherness

Since I can’t be with my people live, my face-to-face interactions have been via Zoom – come as you are (and we do!), messy homes, tousled hair, no make-up, dogs barking, cats meowing, babies crying, and once even a naked man walking past his wife’s screen, not...
The Beauty of the Small Gathering

The Beauty of the Small Gathering

I heard on the news the other day that the Mayor of Los Angeles, Eric Garcetti, might hold off on allowing large gatherings in the city until 2021. I also saw that FaceBook is cancelling all events until 2021. Those are big statements, considering the hospitality...