Oct19

Event Signage

Limiting confusion in unfamiliar territory

Event Signage

Limiting confusion with clear, understandable signage really improves the effectiveness of your event.

We recently hosted a youth convention that did an excellent job communicating with their guests where the activities of the weekend would be located. Signage may seem like a simple thing... in fact, for many groups it's the last thing on leadership's mind. Limiting confusion with clear, understandable signage can really improve the effectiv...

By Zach Norman, Posted in Meeting Planner Notes, Value Adding Elements, Summer Camp

Oct11

MCR's Website got a Facelift

Whoa, what just happened?

MCR's Website got a Facelift

So aside from some pretty fonts and a new colorful disposition, what else does our new fancypants website offer?

If you're a frequent reader of Midwest Christian Retreats, then you've no doubt noticed a few "upgrades" to the website. While we totally understand that not everyone is comfortable with change (see: The Gap, MySpace, Tropicana), we've spent the past five months developing a website that we believe will better suit the fine folks wh...

By Aaron Stanley, Posted in Meeting Planner Notes, Long Range Planning, Goals & Objectives, Pricing & Rate Questions, Value Adding Elements, Fellowship

Oct18

Rejuvenate Marketplace

I’m spending the week in Louisville!

Rejuvenate Marketplace

I'm looking forward to connecting with meeting planners at Rejuvenate Marketplace in Louisville this week!

This morning I'm loading up the grocery-getter (mini-van) and heading for Louisville for the Rejuvenate Marketplace. I know... a sweet ride for a twenty-something guy! Joking aside, I'm looking forward to a great week, connecting with meeting planners, learning about their ministries, and picking up new ideas to share with the readers on...

By Zach Norman, Posted in Meeting Planner Notes

Oct05

Are package plans flexible enough for our group?

Adding value to your event

Are package plans flexible enough for our group?

A property that offers packages should allow you to cover the needs of your group, get finaces out of the way, so that you can focus on your ministry goals.

You might say in the end we're going to spend about the same amount of money.  However the way you spend the money will affect the value your retreat delivers to your guests. Consider your event goals as you select a property and a pricing plan. Packages seem to have the advantage in ...

By Zach Norman, Posted in Meeting Planner Notes, Long Range Planning, Goals & Objectives, Pricing & Rate Questions, Value Adding Elements, Fellowship, Setting up a Budget

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