Great experiences don’t happen on the stage alone. See how Mastercard Connections 2026 brought a brand vision to life across the participant journey, creating an environment designed to engage, inspire and foster a sense of belonging for more than 600 VIP customers. Discover how immersive design helped transform a flagship event into a memorable experience.
Planner Newsletter
October 2026
Whether you’re fresh off attending IMEX 2026 in Las Vegas or you’re full speed ahead into planning for this holiday season, there’s a lot happening this fall, so we’ve got you covered with event resources to make your life easier. In this month’s newsletter, get a peek into a corporate VIP customer experience, discover what internet planning questions you should be asking your stakeholders and learn more about the people behind your production — and why those relationships matter. Happy reading!
Case Study Spotlight
When every touchpoint supports the story
Expert Insight
Internet service: Connectivity that makes your event possible
It may not be glamorous, but internet is the critical piece of infrastructure that keeps events running smoothly at any given moment. In the latest Ask an Event Expert blog, Gus Capone, Customer Relationship Director and Alex Wedesky, VP of Internet Services share how to ensure connectivity happens the way your participants need it — and how to get your stakeholders on board.
Editor’s Corner
The core of event success: Investing in people pays off
What makes delivering transformative experiences truly repeatable? The quality and expertise of the team producing them. CEO Ben Erwin spoke to David Adler of Gathering Point News about the history and reputation Encore has built over decades by prioritizing our people, resulting in connected customer relationships that continue to grow.
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