by Tim Kitchell | Sep 21, 2026 | Event Operations & Logistics, Planner Resources, Top Considerations
Not every event needs a venue RFP, but for those that do, details matter. At NPU, we receive these requests from the venue side, where every missing detail can affect the space we recommend, the services we include, and the price we return. A useful RFP shows us how...
by Tim Kitchell | Aug 27, 2026 | Event Operations & Logistics, Planner Resources, Top Considerations
Unfortunately, there is no single permit checklist that applies to every San Francisco event. Permitting requirements for different activities can fall under different agencies, and responsibility may sit with the venue, caterer, beverage provider, production company,...
by Tim Kitchell | Aug 21, 2026 | Corporate Events, Event Design & Guest Experience, Event Operations & Logistics, Planner Resources, Top Considerations
A venue that holds 1,000 people may still be too small for an 800-person event. A 500-person reception, seated dinner, keynote, conference, or product launch can all call for very different footprints. Seating is part of it. So are the stage, bars, catering, AV,...
by Tim Kitchell | Jun 12, 2026 | Event Operations & Logistics, Planner Resources, Top Considerations
Choosing a venue is usually one of the first major budget decisions in the planning process. It is also one of the easiest to underestimate. A proposal may look straightforward at first: the rental fee, the event hours, a few required services, and maybe a handful of...
by Tim Kitchell | Nov 21, 2025 | Corporate Events, Event Design & Guest Experience, Event Operations & Logistics, Planner Resources, Top Considerations
Post-event reports are great for breaking down the important numbers. They show what you spent, how many people came, return on investment, even foot traffic patterns, and more. These numbers help teams justify budgets and plan for the year ahead. But more often than...
by Tim Kitchell | Sep 4, 2025 | Corporate Events, Event Industry Trends, Event Operations & Logistics, Planner Resources, Top Considerations
In our Event Horizon series, we highlight the forces shaping the future of live experiences. Today’s issue is all about a tool you can’t see but feel everywhere you go: artificial intelligence. A broad and sometimes intimidating topic, but when used correctly, it can...
