Bright Ideas Blog
Catch up with all of our latest thoughts, projects, announcement and other shareable moments!
Embracing the Exotic
A traditional summer theme such as a Western BBQ is a safe choice. But if you are inviting locals from around BC and Canada, chances are it won’t have the impact you’re looking for. When you’re trying to impress a sophisticated clientele, or break away from the...
Top Summer Event Trends
When creating a successful corporate event, three elements are crucial -- the menu, decor, and entertainment. That's why we're always interested in the latest trends for these three elements. We believe the ideas highlighted in this blog post will be big hits this...
Adventures in India
Movies are a great inspiration for theme parties. But are you looking for something fresh? How about less Hollywood, more Bollywood? India’s rich culture is a great starting place for a beautiful themed event. It is a colorful country, from its food to its dress,...
The Beauty of Brazil
We have always considered Brazil to be a beautiful place on earth. When we think about Brazil, we think about wonderful beaches, lush jungles, music full of joy and hot rhythms, and of course, Carnival. Now with the 2014 FIFA World Cup approaching, the reputation of...
Summer 2014 – “Hot Pink Event Ideas”
There’s still snow on the local mountains, but we’re already planning "Hot Pink Events" for the summer. Why? Because looking ahead is a key tactic for successful and cost-effective corporate events. So, when we are looking for the latest trends in events, it’s not...
6 Tips for the PERFECT Summer Party
1. INVITATIONS: It is best to email or mail a “SAVE THE DATE” announcement 6 weeks in advance. This gives your guests time to plan for the event in advance. Email or mail the actual invitation 3 weeks in advance. Nowadays, most invitations are digital, although...
Why enter industry event awards?
As I sit down this weekend to finalize our contest entry for the National Star Event Awards, I realize how valuable the process of writing a contest entry is. It’s a chance to scrutinize our work and really evaluate the pros and pros of an event. Strangely, I find this process therapeutic and good for business.
5 Unique Valentine’s Day Events
Being an event planner, I often come up with fun themed events for clients. With Valentine's Day around the corner, I figured I would share a fun list of unique Valentine's Day event ideas. 1. Valentine's Day Love Crawl Join fellow Cupids in this very unique Love...
Email Newsletters Equal Results
Guest blog by Chris Keam Email has been around for a long time – and while it may seem as though it’s been around forever, it’s been roughly 40 years since the first email was sent. This proves that the power of email is strong and will continue to stay as a top...
Top 3 Event Themes For 2014
Corporate events may sound boring but with a good theme they surely guarantee a good time. Whether you stick with a traditional approach or step outside the box with an innovative twist, setting a theme
How to Make Your Event Entertaining
Without entertainment, your guests may suffer from boredom – which you obviously don’t want to happen at your event. When choosing entertainment for your upcoming event, whether it be a corporate event or celebration gathering with the entire family, there are a...
Ask an Event Planner
Planning an event can be both daunting and exciting. While there are some fun perks to planning an event, such as previewing entertainment and tasting catering options – there are areas that will spark a few questions. A great opportunity that you have in my blog is...