Welcome to the WCF Events’ Blog: Your Go-To Resource for Corporate Event Excellence!
Step right in, fellow corporate planners, HR professionals, and anyone passionate about crafting unforgettable business experiences! We’re thrilled to welcome you to the WCF Events’ Blog – your dynamic hub for all things related to corporate event planning and elevating your company culture with an emphasis on team building, company picnics, holiday parties and more!
In this space, you’ll discover much more than just articles; you’ll find a meticulously curated collection of insights designed to empower you. Dive into the freshest industry news, keeping you ahead of the curve on evolving trends and emerging technologies in the events landscape. We share invaluable tips and tricks honed over decades of orchestrating successful corporate gatherings, covering everything from smart budgeting strategies and seamless vendor management to innovative venue selection and maximizing attendee engagement.
Are you looking for fresh ideas to energize your team? Our blog is a treasure trove of the latest team building trends, offering creative concepts that foster collaboration, boost morale, and drive employee productivity back in the office. From interactive challenges to immersive experiences, we explore ways to transform group dynamics. And yes, you’ll find “everything in between” – insightful analyses on event ROI, sustainability practices, hybrid event solutions, and effective post-event follow-ups.
What sets our blog apart? Our articles are penned by WCF Events’ own corporate events industry experts. We don’t just write about trends; we live and breathe them, constantly staying on top of current innovations and best practices. This ensures you’re getting information that’s not only relevant but also actionable and reliable. We pride ourselves on crafting easy-to-read articles that cut through the noise, focusing directly on the topics that matter most to you and your organization.
Read, Learn and Let us know if you have questions, comments or want to hear more about specific topics! We are here to help and get you the content that you need!
Articles
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To our Amazing Customers and Employees!! It seems impossible to believe that 25 years ago this...
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Summer Events 2021 – Let’s Call it the Comeback Summer! After over a year of saying...
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8 Ways to Kick Off 2021 with a Bang! Remember back in March when we thought...
Dear WCF Events, A Holiday Edition DEAR WCF EVENTS: The holidays are coming sooner than I...
After testing over 15,000 corporate attendees and receiving FDA and CDC approval*, WCF is excited to...
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Family Events Reimagined! Does your team and their family look forward to your annual company picnic...
The In’s and Out’s of Outdoor Events in Phase 4 Each Phase of the Recovery process...
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Virtual Scavenger Hunts – Great Team Activity for the New At Home Work Environment Large group...
Event Planning During Social Distancing – Plan to Reunite the Team Right now your team might...
WCF Events’ Virtual Team Building Featured on Here’s Chicago’s 20 MINUTES IN 2020 Video Series! Our...
A Transition to the “New Normal” – WCF Events Launches Virtual Team Building Events to Match...
Dear Valued Clients and Guests, With continued concerns over the spread of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) in...
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Corporate Wellness Events New For 2020 – Find The Perfect Wellness Event For Your Team Help...
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A January Company Holiday Party, Tis’ the Season to Celebrate & Save Typically companies have their...
Keep Productivity High In 2020 With the economy doing well, your team is busy closing deals...
Mark your Calendars: Pick Your 2020 Summer Company Event Date Soon! Get ahead of the game...
How to Make the Most of Your Next Team Building Event Your team is having issues....
Help Your Employees Take a “Step” in the Right Direction with the Wellness Scavenger Hunt! WCF...
New Holiday Party Trend: Invite the Entire Family! Celebrate this holiday season with a festive gathering...
Company Holiday Party SOS – WCF Events to the Rescue! Don’t stress, panic or overwhelm yourself...
Fall into Autumn Events – Tailgates, Oktoberfests and More! All hail the return of pumpkin spice–it’s...
Summer Picnics 101: WCF Events Puts the Cherry on Top Ah, company summer picnics. Free food,...
Bring Some Sun and Fun to Your Next Team Building Event! Could your corporate team use...
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New Ideas for Summer Outings that Millennials will Love (and families too!) WCF Events has the...
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Ahh summer. The warm air, the cool breeze, the mellow moods. Nothing beats it. We may...
If you are still looking for an impressive venue for your upcoming company holiday party, WCF...
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When you live in the Midwest, every second of summer counts. The need to soak up...
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A Guide to Boosting Team Morale and Building High Performance Teams One of the most challenging...
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On December 1st, 2017 WCF celebrated its 20th Anniversary! So much has changed over the years...
Top 10 Reasons to Have a Company Picnic The idea to host a company picnic may...
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Why Pub Trivia Will Be Your Best Creative Corporate Meeting Idea Yet One of the trickiest...
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How Your Company’s Holiday Party Can Increase Employee Retention A key strategy to increase employee retention...
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5 Reasons to Make Your Next Corporate Event a Team Building Event Whether you’re gearing up...
How To Boost Corporate and Team Building Event Attendance You’ve just spent weeks planning your...
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Celebrate Company Milestones with a Company Party For those in leadership roles, there is a lot...
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‘Tis the season for company holiday parties, and if you’re looking to do something just a...
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Looking to enjoy their annual summer event but also add a new team building and charitable...
Looking for a great way to get your employees out of the office to enjoy the...
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Looking for a fun program to get your summer interns or associates working better together? Need...
Whether you are looking for an outdoor picnic or BBQ focused on bringing employees and families...
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Looking to enjoy their annual summer event but also add a new team building and charitable...
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Everyone wants to get outside after the long Polar Vortex that kept most of the U.S....
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