by Sharon Bonner | Jun 5, 2025 | Blog
When planning an event, it should always start with one thing: the guests. From the very beginning. Even when someone casually glances at your invite, that’s your cue to start paying attention. Why? Because those small digital breadcrumbs (a click, a scroll,...
by Sharon Bonner | May 30, 2025 | Media
Why They Are Critical to Building Lasting Connections “In-person events are more popular now than ever, and I don’t see that trend fading. Festivals, conferences, and concerts are the fastest-growing events in size because people want to gather. I believe that...
by Sharon Bonner | May 22, 2025 | Blog
The Gold Standard Course For Event Planning Every few weeks, I write about what I have been loving lately. This time, it’s for a more personal reason—an event planning course that fills a long-standing gap I wish had been there when I was starting out. When I launched...
by Sharon Bonner | May 8, 2025 | Blog
AI in event planning is undeniably here to stay. While it offers countless advantages, it’s crucial to remain mindful of the potential risks associated with its use. After 37 years of us doing everything manually at Bright Ideas, it’s refreshing to finally...
by Sharon Bonner | Apr 10, 2025 | Blog
Do you pause and ask yourself, “Am I doing enough to make a difference?” Do your efforts truly matter? The answer is a resounding yes. There is strength in numbers, and when everyone contributes, no matter how small, the collective impact...
