Tag: labor shortage

Event marketers today are grappling with the rising cost of event services, extensive shipping delays and labor shortages. While the confluence of these circumstances might signify a perfect storm for another line of business, experiential marketing is a hardy—and nimble—industry prepared to adapt to the state of the economy without compromising the quality of the […]

Event marketers are between a rock and a hard place—perhaps, marble and cement. As the world grapples with inflation, supply chain shortages, shipping delays and staffing issues—not to mention, fears of a recession—in-person events are thriving again. Some say it’s a renaissance for the brand experience. While positive for the industry, the increase in events […]

Signing bonuses, valet parking, all-time high wages and greater flexibility on scheduling. These are just some of the enticements for hospitality and other service workers in a labor market where demand is exceeding supply. At a time when many marketers begin returning to in-person events and venues start to reopen, they’re being confronted with a […]