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Reviving a legacy sales kickoff in Puerto Rico.
After years of scaled-down gatherings, a global leader in high-performance roofing solutions wanted to reignite its sales kickoff event. Partnering with GoGather, the company brought more than 300 sales representatives and leaders to Puerto Rico for a week of motivation and celebration.

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Playa del Carmen incentive trip.

Our client is a world leader in science, with more than 50,000 employees globally. For their President's Club event, the team was looking to create a unique experience for their well-traveled team. They brought in GoGather to create a once-in-a-lifetime event to reward, inspire, and delight attendees.

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Shannon Bream — Event Operations Manager

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Shannon Fouts has over 10 years of experience in hospitality and events, and genuinely loves the work of turning a brand's story into something attendees experience in real life. She has managed conferences, trade shows, incentive trips, and leadership meetings, and oversees logistics, hotel contracting, speaker management, and AV coordination at GoGather. In 2024, Smart Meetings named her Meeting Professional of the Year, and she was recently named a 2026 Smart Women in Meetings Award winner in the Stellar Performer category. She writes for planners who want practical, on-the-ground guidance they can actually use.

Blog Post by Shannon Bream — Event Operations Manager

Shannon Bream — Event Operations ManagerApr 23, 2024 2:32:59 PM12 min read

Best practices for planning your international conference.

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Maximizing your pre-planning site visit: event management strategies.

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What is the difference between event production and event management?

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5 reasons to host your sales kickoff in Amsterdam.

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How to Improve Conference Check In for Your Next Event (10 Tips)

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A step-by-step guide: how to plan a successful work retreat.

Make the most of your company work retreat by planning your goals, selecting the right ...
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How to Find the Best Conference Keynote Speaker for Your Event

A keynote speaker is a vital part of your conference, getting the audience excited and ...
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The ultimate meeting planning checklist for your next event.

Optimize your meeting preparations with the ultimate checklist. Ensure seamless and ...
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How to Plan a Hybrid Event Successfully: 6 Key Tips

Hybrid events give teams the ability to connect with more attendees. From selecting ...
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