Northeast: Abundance of Riches
When it comes to sports destinations, the Northeast has a lot to offer. The geographic region encompasses the nine states from Maine to Pennsylvania, ...
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Planning for Athletes With Special Needs: It's All in the Details
There are two kinds of sports event planners: those who have already planned events for athletes who use wheelchairs, and those who are long overdue. ...
The Rise of the Multi-Purpose Field: All the Sports, All the Time
Three-season athletes. Multi-tasking employees. Some things are just better when they can address more than one need.
Senior Games: Bring in the Senior Class
Sports events are good business. They encourage health and wellness and generate revenue for the communities that embrace them. But some sports events...
Outstanding U.S. Sports Venues Share their “Wow” Factors
Sports event planners know it takes more than one “wow” factor to make them deem a sports venue “outstanding.” Truly outstanding sports venues are the...
Merchandising Your Event: The Basics of Building a Merchandise Plan
Managing an effective merchandising program for your event does not need to be a daunting task. Once you’ve reviewed all of the factors important to y...
Cheer and Dance: Spirit Guides
Cheerleading has come a long way since the 'pep clubs' of more than a century ago, when all-male squads would stand on the sidelines and lead cheers a...
Value of Sports Events to a Community
We've all heard the phrase, "And the crowd goes wild!" We love that phrase; in fact, it's our slogan here at Experience Arlington.
An Interview with Joe Jacobi, CEO, USA Canoe/Kayak
In 1992, Joe Jacobi teamed with Scott Strausbaugh to win America’s first-ever Olympic Gold Medal in Whitewater Canoe Slalom. Today he is the CEO of US...
Negotiating Hotel Contracts: Getting It Signed on the Dotted Line
If you are in charge of securing hotel rooms for your tournament, you need the skills of a seasoned negotiator, the legal mind of an attorney, and the...