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A cardinal rule, whether researching a news story or planning an event, is that you have to answer a series of questions, known as the 5 W’s, to arrive at a fully fleshed out story or successful event function. Simply stated, the five W’s address who, what, when, where, and why of the function. For…

Are you planning an event for the new year?  Maybe you’re a seasoned event planner or planning an event for the first time, either way, we have some great tips that event planners use to make sure their event is successful.  Budgeting For Your Event Deciding on a budget is an important foundational item to…

Anticipation in 2021 for successful and safe events is high – and as we move into 2021, there are questions that you will want to consider when you plan your next big event.   In the event planning industry and event venue management industry, there have been a plethora of updates to how events should be…

We have the unique opportunity to work with local community businesses and organizations as they transition and adjust their operations.  New North Church recently started holding church service at the South San Francisco Conference Center.  We were able to chat with Michelle Lee, the Operations Manager, about how their experience has been as they continue…

We are just as excited to wrap up 2020 as you are – and as we look to 2021 we are starting to fill up our calendar. Will you join us in 2021? Book your 2021 event at the South San Francisco Conference Center in before December 31st, 2020 and enjoy these benefits: Receive 50%…

Chris DeGrande and his team continue the legacy started by his father Ron by creating awe inspiring culinary creations and experiences at the South San Francisco Conference Center.  Chris and his team are the in house caterers for the conference center and have recently purchased a new food truck.  In 1996, the family owned business…