Special Events

Business news in special events for Nov. 13, 2013, includes the acquistion of Grand Central Marketing by Allied Integrated Marketing and the launch of DMC Green Dot in San Antonio by Gary Jones, CSEP

New products for special events, in time for holiday parties, are Atomic's new snowflake pattern modular panels, mix-and-match pillows from Designer8, and glittery event carpet from Rose Brand.

Big party and event rental companies profiled annually by Special Events magazine say that business has firmed up in 2013, and they expect the same continued--albeit slow--growth in 2014.

The Spare Room at the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel now offers off-site cocktail service, the Cosmopolitan in Las Vegas will open the Chelsea meeting space, and the Napa Valley Wine Train offers group travel options.

Special events business news this week includes a new hire at AlliedPRA New Orleans and a rebrand for the divisions of Global Infusion Group.

New products for special events include a 6-foot robotic "operating" game, guards for stiletto heels, and vibrant modular lounge seating.

Professional special event planners share their horror stories of mishaps that took place at their events.