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What Type & How Much Glassware Do I Need?

Melissa Ellison - Blog Editor| Tue. Jun 26, 2018 | Category: Interests, tutorials

With any event, there are many factors to consider when it comes to selecting the venue, food, beverage, staffing, and rentals. Most caterers, venues, and event planners can help guide you to what works best for your specific budget and guest count. But one of the most often asked questions is: “What type and how …Read More

Training – Creating Good Relationships in the Workplace

Melissa Ellison - Blog Editor| Fri. Apr 20, 2018 | Category: Business Topics | Tag: Equal Opportunity, teamwork, training, customer service

rawpixel.com To some, training is not worth the time and money.  Some may feel they know all they need to know in order to do their jobs as effectively and efficiently as needed.  I, for one, believe training provides continued education needed for us to use our minds and body in a proactive way when …Read More

Why We Go To Trade Shows – Part 2

Melissa Ellison - Blog Editor| Fri. Mar 23, 2018 | Category: New Products, Business Topics | Tag: candelabra, BAG, The 12 Week Year, Equal Opportunity

  As mentioned in the previous Blog, we are always looking for products that will hold up to the stress of delivery.  A product we have rented for decades which has been difficult to keep in good condition is our tall five branch silver candelabra.  Historically, these were made of pot metal then plated with …Read More

Why we go to Trade Shows – Part 1

Melissa Ellison| Tue. Mar 06, 2018 | Category: New Products, Business Topics

When people hear I am heading to a trade show in a cool location like NOLA, they say, “Wow, have fun!” and “Must be nice.”  We do and it is.  We had a blast on Bourbon St, ate at a great restaurant frequented by locals (Gabrielle’s) and I had maybe my favorite sandwich ever at …Read More

It’s Time to Assess Your Business

Patty Fritz| Wed. Jan 24, 2018 | Category: Business Topics

I love January. The holidays are finally over; meaning the overeating, the crowded shopping centers and the Christmas music are done. It’s not that I dislike any of these things, but too much of a good thing can get overwhelming. January means you can slow down, turn over a new leaf, make resolutions that could …Read More

What to expect at a Bridal Show and how to get the most out of it

Patty Fritz| Fri. Jan 12, 2018 | Category: Interests

You just got engaged. Congrats! After the shock and awe wear off, you think to yourself, “Now I get to plan a wedding!” Suddenly, your head is spinning with ideas and you’re wondering where you even begin. You’ve already pinned a thousand pictures to your Pinterest board but how do you make your vision a …Read More

Staging Goes to New Heights at Kings Island WinterFest

Patty Fritz| Thu. Dec 14, 2017 | Category: New Products

    As a company that takes pride in having solutions to the many challenges the event industry needs solutions to, Lasting Impressions has provided two different stage systems for almost two decades.  If every stage is on a flat gym floor and budgeting and time parameters are ample, only one stage is necessary.  However, …Read More

A Twist on Traditional Holiday Decor + Holiday Party Tips

Patty Fritz| Wed. Dec 06, 2017 | Category: Decorating

The holidays are fast approaching and for many that means hosting family & friends for dinner and festive get-togethers. For most, the mainstay for holiday décor seems to be berry reds and forest greens, but if you want to put a little twist on the traditional don’t be afraid to step out of the box …Read More