by MIT Endicott House | Oct 5, 2018 | Planning
You are running your meetings wrong, but how to fix it might surprise you. “Let’s have a meeting” is typically met with groans and grumbling. And for good reason. In national surveys, business executives consider 67% of meetings failures and 92% of meeting attendees...
by MIT Endicott House | Sep 20, 2018 | Boston Corporate Events, Planning
Christmas trees? Menorahs? Cookies? Punch? If you are planning a holiday party, your list of things to include could stretch miles. MIT Endicott House is here to help you find what you really need. Venue Before you begin thinking about food, entertainment and decor,...
by MIT Endicott House | Aug 28, 2018 | Boston Area Business Retreats
Paying for a company retreat may seem like a major drain on your budget. Or maybe it just seems like a waste of money better spent elsewhere. If this is your train of thought, you may not understand the true benefit of a company retreat. There’s more than just...
by MIT Endicott House | Aug 23, 2018 | Planning
Ditch that dreary conference room for an outdoor retreat. Company retreats inevitably have very different goals between employers and employees. While employers want to increase morale, relationships, creativity and, ultimately, profits, employees need a day away from...
by MIT Endicott House | Aug 6, 2018 | Boston Corporate Events, Planning
There’s no doubt about it. Events are big business — it’s reflected in event planning trends for 2019. Conventions and events typically amount to about 14% of most company budgets. Trade shows and conferences account for most of these events, with the average...
by MIT Endicott House | Jul 25, 2018 | Planning
“Rain, rain, go away, my outdoor event is today” Everything you need to know about Plan B It’s the day before your event. Thunderstorms won’t stop rolling in. The grass is wet and the rain won’t stop. Months of plannings are literally washing down the drain....
by MIT Endicott House | Jul 19, 2018 | Endicott House Special Events
Receptions can range from beautiful to blah. The pursuit of the perfect wedding reception can be difficult and lead to unnecessary stress during the planning process of your event. Here are some easy ways to make your reception beautiful and stress free. Make...
by MIT Endicott House | Jul 12, 2018 | Boston Area Meeting Space, Planning
Three questions you should ask when choosing a meeting space for your corporate gathering There are many occasions that get people out of the office with your staff — such as networking or meeting with clients. Does your team needs more than a few hours outside the...
by MIT Endicott House | Jul 3, 2018 | Boston Area Business Retreats
When skimping on budget could cost you the venue you truly need. Are you planning a retreat for your employees or teammates? Weighing the costs and benefits of each venue can be a daunting task, but it is essential to remember how quickly the event can fail if you...
by MIT Endicott House | Jun 25, 2018 | Planning
The grounds at MIT Endicott House are poised for the perfect outdoor event. An outdoor venue is the perfect match of unique, fun and effective. Unfortunately, outdoor settings are often underused for the conventional (read: boring) indoor venues. If you catch...
