Special Events | Fall 2024

THIS ISSUE FALL 2024

VOLUME 42 NO. 3

COVER STORY

40 FEATURES

30 THANKS FOR

THINKING OF ME Make your events accessible

COLUMNS 04 Editor’s Page Changing seasons 54 The Last Word The role of memory makers DEPARTMENTS 06 Conference News CS+TSE registration is now open! 08 Business of Events Prep your PR for off-season 10 Marketing & Media Boost ROI with focused analytics

12 On Trend Start your AI journey 18 Tech Talk Transform your tech stack 20 Food for Fetes Feast your eyes on these grazing tables 40 Confetti Inside a 2024 Gala nominated desert wedding 48 Steal This Make an entrance with these show-stopping ideas

ON THE COVER: The couple from a Gala award- nominated desert oasis wedding stands under a lush floral- draped chuppah. Hi Rise Events transformed the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival grounds to create a gorgeous wedding scape. Photo courtesy John and Joseph Photography

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