{"id":10786,"date":"2023-09-25T09:00:24","date_gmt":"2023-09-25T09:00:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/?p=10786"},"modified":"2023-11-02T03:18:39","modified_gmt":"2023-11-02T03:18:39","slug":"site-visit-checklist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/blog\/site-visit-checklist\/","title":{"rendered":"The Ultimate Site Visit Checklist For Emcees &#038; Event Planners"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A staggering 98% of event planners have hosted or will host at least one in-person event in 2023. 85% have planned to host upwards of three in-person events.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, putting together an entertaining, memorable, and lively event isn&#8217;t always as easy as it seems. And if you want to host a successful function, you need to be sure that you start off on the right foot.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Key takeaways<\/b><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A <\/span><b>site inspection checklist<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is essential for ensuring the venue you pick has all you need<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Be sure to arrive at your visit <\/span><b>with your team<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and a <\/span><b>good camera<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Each event is unique, so be sure that your checklist is <\/span><b>personalized<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Include <\/span><b>general information<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> about the venue and other items regarding things like <\/span><b>food and beverages<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><b>general safety<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Site inspections are critical in ensuring the venue you picked is up to your standards. Your soon-to-be guests deserve to spend their evening at the right venue!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep reading, and I&#8217;ll share with you the ultimate site inspection checklist that will help you organize the perfect conference, meeting, or event.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>See Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/blog\/what-is-a-run-of-show\/\">What Is A Run Of Show And Do I Need One As An Emcee?<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><b>Why is it important to have a site inspection checklist?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The thing about great events is that they&#8217;re made to look easy. Whenever guests arrive, they likely won&#8217;t notice all the fine details and painstaking effort that went into making the magic happen.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, <a href=\"https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/hire-funny-keynote-motivational-speakers\/\">if you&#8217;re a speaker<\/a> or an event planner, you need to always be on top of your game. There&#8217;s actually <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">a lot<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that goes into organizing a great function, and you can&#8217;t let anything slip through the cracks!<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Finding a location for your event is an essential part of the event planning process<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For any event, you need to be sure you <a href=\"https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/blog\/why-venue-is-important-for-an-event\/\">find a suitable venue<\/a>. Not every location is going to have what you need. And you need to be totally aware of your desires before going into this.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><i>That&#8217;s why the event planning process in and of itself is so essential.<\/i><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> It&#8217;s the backbone of a successful evening. You can&#8217;t expect great results without taking the necessary time to prepare and plan!<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-10789\" src=\"https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/a-small-audience-watching-an-event-presentation-additional-questions-progress-compliance-accessibility-accommodate-schedule-services-example-regulat.jpg\" alt=\"a small audience watching an event presentation additional questions progress compliance accessibility accommodate schedule services example regulations schedule access venues equipment construction services project construction\" width=\"1350\" height=\"759\" srcset=\"https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/a-small-audience-watching-an-event-presentation-additional-questions-progress-compliance-accessibility-accommodate-schedule-services-example-regulat.jpg 1350w, https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/a-small-audience-watching-an-event-presentation-additional-questions-progress-compliance-accessibility-accommodate-schedule-services-example-regulat-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/a-small-audience-watching-an-event-presentation-additional-questions-progress-compliance-accessibility-accommodate-schedule-services-example-regulat-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/a-small-audience-watching-an-event-presentation-additional-questions-progress-compliance-accessibility-accommodate-schedule-services-example-regulat-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1350px) 100vw, 1350px\" \/>After finding a prospective venue(s), be sure to conduct a site inspection<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hopefully, you spent plenty of time scouting out prospective venues online. You&#8217;ll need to set aside a good chunk of your event planning energy for just research.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But, before<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventtia.com\/en\/blog\/how-to-book-an-event-venue-in-15-steps\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">booking a venue<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><b>you need to conduct a site visit<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. This is the only way you can be sure if you found the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">perfect <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">event venue.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Four essential tips to keep in mind when completing a <\/b><b>SITE<\/b><b> inspection<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Site visits help you ensure that every detail of your prospective venue falls into line with what you are looking for. And though this can seem like a pretty straightforward deal at first, <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">there&#8217;s actually a lot that you&#8217;ll need to pay attention to.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before we dive into the more intricate aspects of site inspection checklists, let me give you a few general tips when going on a site visit with the acronym <\/span><b>SITE<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Sense, Inquire, Teamwork, and Expectations.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>#1 &#8211; S: Sense<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the things that will truly save you during any site inspection is your gut. You have to listen to what your heart tells you!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let&#8217;s say that a certain venue has all the specific features that you want, but it doesn&#8217;t have that overall vibe you&#8217;re looking for. <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You shouldn&#8217;t settle<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and you should take into consideration how a place makes you feel because that feeling will extend to your guests.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>#2 &#8211; I: Inquire<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you go on a site visit, you&#8217;ll likely be meeting with a group of people or a team. You&#8217;ll also likely be in contact with the people you will be renting from.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Now is the time to ask all the questions that might be irking you<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Even the smallest inquiry should be voiced!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">be smart about the questions you ask<\/span><\/i> <i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and the time you ask them<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Be sure that whatever you ask isn&#8217;t already answered on any materials you may have.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-10788\" src=\"https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/a-large-conference-venue-setting-clear-communication-additional-cost-fire-extinguishers-cancellation-policy-additional-fee-sites-photos-construction.jpg\" alt=\"a large conference venue setting clear communication additional cost fire extinguishers cancellation policy additional fee sites photos construction project inspections project reports inspection site reports site\" width=\"1350\" height=\"675\" srcset=\"https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/a-large-conference-venue-setting-clear-communication-additional-cost-fire-extinguishers-cancellation-policy-additional-fee-sites-photos-construction.jpg 1350w, https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/a-large-conference-venue-setting-clear-communication-additional-cost-fire-extinguishers-cancellation-policy-additional-fee-sites-photos-construction-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/a-large-conference-venue-setting-clear-communication-additional-cost-fire-extinguishers-cancellation-policy-additional-fee-sites-photos-construction-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/a-large-conference-venue-setting-clear-communication-additional-cost-fire-extinguishers-cancellation-policy-additional-fee-sites-photos-construction-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/a-large-conference-venue-setting-clear-communication-additional-cost-fire-extinguishers-cancellation-policy-additional-fee-sites-photos-construction-1000x500.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/a-large-conference-venue-setting-clear-communication-additional-cost-fire-extinguishers-cancellation-policy-additional-fee-sites-photos-construction-670x335.jpg 670w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1350px) 100vw, 1350px\" \/>#3 &#8211; T: Teamwork<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take time to connect with other event planners before conducting your site inspection. In most cases, your visit will involve a group of people, anyway.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Talk to as many other planners as you can, especially if they&#8217;re already involved in your specific event, conference, or meeting. Then, after the inspection, you can exchange ideas and points of view before moving forward.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This type of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/hub.theeventplannerexpo.com\/entreprenuership\/4-benefits-of-collaborating-with-other-event-planners#:~:text=Together%20and%20in%20collaboration%2C%20you,to%20address%20event%20planning%20challenges.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">teamwork<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is essential in ensuring you pick the right venue!<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>#4 &#8211; E: Expectations<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Preparation and planning are key when it comes to planning an event<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. I doubt I can say that enough!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, before arriving at your site inspection, <\/span><b>come prepared<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. That&#8217;s what site inspection checklists are for, and they&#8217;ll surely save you in the end.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Bonus: <a href=\"https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/blog\/motivational-themes-for-teams\/\">6 Motivational Themes To Include At Your Next Corporate Event<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><b>What you should consider before heading to any site inspections<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I think I need to say it again. Before heading to your site, <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">get prepared. <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can&#8217;t ever over-prepare!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To start with, <\/span><b>you need to always bring your own unique site inspection checklist.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> This helps you ensure that the venue you&#8217;re looking at checks off all your boxes (literally.)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, that&#8217;s not all that you should focus on. Here are a few more things you should do before setting a date to check out the site.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Check in with your team<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and be sure that everyone is on the same page. Take into consideration any recommendations or requests they might have.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Pack plenty of tools that you might need<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, including the basics, like a camera with a backup battery and plenty of free storage space.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Research the surrounding area <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">as well as the specifics of the venue itself. Read any available resources like online virtual floorplans or brochures to make sure you know what you&#8217;re getting yourself into.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Prepare some business cards<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to give out to the sales rep of the venue when you show up to help network.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Keep in mind the things you really need to see<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> at the venue. If you&#8217;re not interested in the pool area, it might be worthwhile to gloss over this during the visit.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now, let&#8217;s get into what your site inspection checklist should have on it.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-10791\" src=\"https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/tables-and-chairs-at-a-beautiful-outdoor-event-venue-time-consuming-construction-site-inspection-checklists-regular-basis-project-materials-team-mem.jpg\" alt=\"tables and chairs at a beautiful outdoor event venue time consuming construction site inspection checklists regular basis project materials team member safety forms equipment parking quality rooms parking reports site\" width=\"1350\" height=\"900\" srcset=\"https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/tables-and-chairs-at-a-beautiful-outdoor-event-venue-time-consuming-construction-site-inspection-checklists-regular-basis-project-materials-team-mem.jpg 1350w, https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/tables-and-chairs-at-a-beautiful-outdoor-event-venue-time-consuming-construction-site-inspection-checklists-regular-basis-project-materials-team-mem-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/tables-and-chairs-at-a-beautiful-outdoor-event-venue-time-consuming-construction-site-inspection-checklists-regular-basis-project-materials-team-mem-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/tables-and-chairs-at-a-beautiful-outdoor-event-venue-time-consuming-construction-site-inspection-checklists-regular-basis-project-materials-team-mem-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/tables-and-chairs-at-a-beautiful-outdoor-event-venue-time-consuming-construction-site-inspection-checklists-regular-basis-project-materials-team-mem-900x600.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1350px) 100vw, 1350px\" \/>Everything you should include on your site inspection checklist<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As an <a href=\"https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/hire-an-mc-for-corporate-events\/\">experienced corporate emcee<\/a>, I&#8217;ve been a part of plenty of site visits. Any <a href=\"https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/blog\/master-of-ceremonies\/\">great master of ceremonies<\/a> knows that they need to be involved in all parts of the event planning process!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, without further ado, let me give you a comprehensive breakdown of a well-rounded site inspection checklist.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep in mind that this can vary from event to event<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Each event is unique, and you should pay attention to your specific needs. If you are interested in something that&#8217;s not on this list, <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">add it in!<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<h3><b>Basic info<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The date and time of the site inspection appointment<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The name, address, and contact information for the venue<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The availability of the venue<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">General safety info, including fire protection guidelines<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Logistics<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nearest airport and general directions<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nearest hotels and general directions, price breakdown, and amenities<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Parking areas and applicable fees<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Directional signage<\/span><b>Food and beverage<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Availability and cost for things like<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Breakfast, whether it&#8217;s continental or full<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lunch and dinner<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Coffee and other beverages<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Service charges, tax rates, and special packages<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Be sure to also inquire about the general quality and selection of the<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/stova.io\/the-event-planners-guide-to-food-and-beverage-fb-minimums\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">food and beverages<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> themselves<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Audio and visual<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What equipment is provided in-house, including the quality and availability<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rental rates and labor rates<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consider if union rules are applicable and with what requirements<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Meeting rooms<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Space availability<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Charges for rental rooms or set-up<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Soundproofing, decor, and general cleanliness<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sound system and presentation equipment<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Any extra details<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don&#8217;t hesitate to add in any other details you might want to consider. There&#8217;s so much that can go into this!<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-10792\" src=\"https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/a-crowd-sitting-at-an-event-construction-site-forms-tool-forms-safety-observe-example-regulations-date-access-forms-project-other-features-reports-n.jpg\" alt=\"a crowd sitting in a venue construction site forms tool forms safety observe example regulations date access forms project other features reports note article evidence templates located visiting client establish site site\" width=\"1350\" height=\"826\" srcset=\"https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/a-crowd-sitting-at-an-event-construction-site-forms-tool-forms-safety-observe-example-regulations-date-access-forms-project-other-features-reports-n.jpg 1350w, https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/a-crowd-sitting-at-an-event-construction-site-forms-tool-forms-safety-observe-example-regulations-date-access-forms-project-other-features-reports-n-300x184.jpg 300w, https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/a-crowd-sitting-at-an-event-construction-site-forms-tool-forms-safety-observe-example-regulations-date-access-forms-project-other-features-reports-n-1024x627.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/a-crowd-sitting-at-an-event-construction-site-forms-tool-forms-safety-observe-example-regulations-date-access-forms-project-other-features-reports-n-768x470.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1350px) 100vw, 1350px\" \/><\/b><\/h3>\n<h2><b>Wrapping up<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hosting a great event doesn&#8217;t need to be a challenge or an uphill battle. With a great site inspection checklist in your back pocket, you&#8217;ll be able to pick out the perfect venue and establish the basis for a killer function!<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Keep Reading: <a href=\"https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/blog\/themes-for-corporate-events\/\">9 Corporate Event Themes Your Team Will Love<\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2014<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Adam Christing<\/span><\/i><\/a><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> has been called &#8220;<\/span><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/hire-an-mc-for-corporate-events\/\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Tom Brady of emcees<\/span><\/i><\/a><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.&#8221; He has hosted more than 1,000 company meetings, special events, <\/span><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/corporate-comedian-entertainer\/\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">gala celebrations<\/span><\/i><\/a><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and more. He is the <\/span><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/adamchristing.com\/author\/\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">author of several books<\/span><\/i><\/a><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and founder of <\/span><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/cleancomedians.com\/hire-a-master-of-ceremonies\/\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CleanComedians.com<\/span><\/i><\/a><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/i> <i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For more event tips, follow Adam Christing on <\/span><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/adamchristing\/?hl=en\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Instagram<\/span><\/i><\/a><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/AdamChristing\/\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Facebook<\/span><\/i><\/a><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/adamchristing\/\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pinterest<\/span><\/i><\/a><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/adam-christing\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">LinkedIn<\/span><\/i><\/a><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and <\/span><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=Ide5OJTq4VE\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">YouTube<\/span><\/i><\/a><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A staggering 98% of event planners have hosted or will host at least one in-person event in 2023. 85% have planned to host upwards of three in-person events. 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