2015 NACE LEADERSHIP SUMMIT Associations, businesses, nonprofits and sole proprietors have at least one thing in common – they do not function in a vacuum. Associations need members, businesses need clients, nonprofits need businesses and sole proprietors work with all three entities. Each year I am reminded of this when I represent Party Reflections as
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas … Every year we decorate our showrooms to have the look and feel of a beautiful Christmas celebration. The intent of our showroom space it to inspire our clients to design their event as a one of a kind masterpiece. With layer upon layer of options they
If Twitter gives you a 140 character platform to talk about your brand, then Instagram gives you an image platform to share your work! Party Reflections has created a social media strategy that encompasses the use of Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Pinterest to showcase our brand and tell our story. The use of each of these platforms allows us to cross
So often, this time of year you hear phrases like “Count your Blessings” or “Give Thanks.” Maybe you contemplate what you are really thankful for. We spend time with friends and family and remember all the things we have been given in this country. Our freedoms. Our opportunities. Our loved ones. “Give Thanks” is a
Most people want to know the latest and greatest fads and what is on the horizon. Many believe they must have the newest thing to be on the cutting edge. Over the last few years, we have seen a trend in color choices that have truly become a design standard in events we are a
Katie Dunn, Owner and Lead Planner with La Fête Event rentals obviously play a vital role in the overall aesthetic of your event. However, from a planner’s perspective it’s the relationship with the rental company that matters most! Brides hire planners for their expertise and advice, but behind the scenes I have learned that it is
What does the hashtag #PRexperience mean and why it is not just another hashtag? ”To live means to experience–through doing, feeling, thinking. Experience takes place in time, so time is the ultimate scarce resource we have. Over the years, the content of experience will determine the quality of life. Therefore one of the most essential
I am building a deck on my house. Sure it is a large project but for me, I wanted to take on the challenge of being able to do something to benefit my family. Because of this project I have had to purchase a few specialized tools. Of course, as anything else with me, I
Part of being a market leader is staying current with trends and new products. Our strategy for keeping Party Reflections a market leader is to always be looking for new ideas and information that is on the horizon. We watch the textile market and its trends. We look to fashion and home décor to find
