In-person events have made a big comeback. They offer a unique opportunity to establish personal connections with customers and partners. That’s why it’s more important than ever before for the event planner community to take a closer look at why people will attend face-to-face events in the future. According to the Future Meeting Space Final ...

Connecting with your customers, as well as your colleagues is important, especially in the events industry. Are you considering a career in the events industry but don’t know where to start? Carving out a new career can be daunting, but hearing from those who have already walked the path can be incredibly inspiring. That’s why ...

What value do your in-person events provide? Respondents of the Encore Winter 2022 Planner Pulse Report say the greatest value their gatherings provide is networking/relationship building (74 percent). Sixty-one percent say it’s connecting people/employees to an organisation’s mission/vision/values; an equal number say it’s education/training/professional development opportunities. Maximising return on these three areas not only benefits attendees, ...

Since 2015, Encore in the Middle East has been offering internship opportunities to eligible graduates who are passionate about kickstarting their career in the events industry. The aim is to provide these students with extensive practical experience in their chosen discipline under the direct supervision of experienced coaches. The annual program runs for six months ...

Every year, Encore surveys thousands of meeting and event professionals about meeting/event patterns and formats, how they spend their money and their biggest concerns. Individually, these quarterly Planner Pulse reports form snapshots of current industry trends. But taken collectively, we can begin to forecast where the industry is headed. Looking at the big picture painted ...

Humans are social by nature. We are inherently driven to connect and create moments of belonging. This is where in-person events shine — they satisfy this innate human need while fostering a sense of community. By bringing participants together, you enable engagement on various levels, whether through direct communication, nonverbal cues or even physical touch, ...

"There’s no limit to what you can do within Encore. And with a presence in over 20 countries, there’s no limit to where you can do it!" In today's dynamic job market, professionals are not just changing jobs but also their entire career paths to achieve their aspirations. One such example is Mattias, who started his journey with Encore as a Technician in London. After the birth of his son, he decided to move back home to the South of France to raise his family there. Mattias’ story exemplifies Encore’s openness towards career mobility and geographic flexibility, proving that there are no limits to where your career can take you. Whether you are considering a career change or simply interested in the internal workings at Encore, Mattias’ story is sure to inspire and inform. ... Read More

"There are opportunities for anyone, and if you fit the role, no matter your gender, then you'll be able to fit right in." From studying contemporary dance at the University of Roehampton to becoming a Lighting Technician at Encore, Molly talks about what inspired her to switch gears and trade the spotlight for working behind the scenes in the events industry. Interested in how she feels as a woman in a traditionally male-dominated environment, we asked her what challenges she has faced and what she’s done to overcome these. Molly openly talks about her personal experiences and provides helpful overall advice for women in the audio visual industry and for anyone who would like to follow into her footsteps. ... Read More

“Encore values expertise, knowledge and most importantly, passion and strives to foster a diverse and inclusive workplace.” 2022 saw Rob, Encore EMEA’s Director, Event Solutions, celebrate 20 years of service with the company. Having started his Encore journey as a technician fresh out of university, Rob worked his way up the ladder, gaining valuable on-site technical knowledge and an in-depth understanding of the complete event planning process in various project management roles. In recent years, Rob has been managing a multiple sclerosis (MS) diagnosis and has transitioned his career to support his health journey whilst continuing to work in the industry that he’s so passionate about. ... Read More