Start Thinking Summer!

Jan 25, 2011

It’s winter on the West Coast. Which means rain. Lots of it. Instead of getting depressed over dreary weather, why not brighten your day a little by planning for your corporate summer event? After all, if you want to ensure you have a good selection of the best...

Bright Ideas’ Recipe for Event Success in 2011

Dec 21, 2010

There are lots of delicious holiday recipes making the rounds right now, but here’s one that won’t have you avoiding the bathroom scale in January – how to prepare a year’s supply of great events. And, if you find event coordination is more of...

Add zip to your office holiday party

Dec 17, 2010

Investment Executive’s Fiona Collie shares a few ways to make your next office party a hit, with event planning tips from Bright Ideas Event Coordinators’ Sharon Bonner. An office holiday party might feel like a daunting social obligation, but it is an...

A Seven Day Success Story!

Nov 23, 2010

When world-famous artist Robert Bateman found time in his hectic schedule to attend the opening of the Westside Gallery in Vancouver, it was an opportunity the gallery owner couldn’t pass up. But it also meant pulling together a gala party on short notice....

Bright Ideas Takes Gold at CSEME 2010

Oct 27, 2010

Bright Ideas Event Coordinators Ltd added another winning trophy to the awards shelf on Wednesday, Oct. 27, at the British Columbia Event Industry Awards in Vancouver. Bright Idea’s win came in the ‘Best Event produced for a Corporation’ category....

Six Steps To A PERFECT Venue!

Aug 24, 2010

Size When choosing the perfect venue, first decide on the size of the room or venue you will need.  Consider such things as guest tables (round tables take up more room but are much nicer), food stations (buffets, bars, coffee, desserts), activities (casino gambling...