The pandemic caused organizations to get creative with their events, whether that meant going completely virtual, hybrid or grouping occasions together. The University of Chicago Law School approached us looking to host two sets of class reunions for 2021. The reunion programs for 2020 and 2021 were postponed and then combined into one larger, virtual […]
BlackOak developed a custom platform for The University of Chicago Law School’s virtual reunion in 2021. Custom platforms are uniquely crafted software programs developed for a particular group of users. The platform was the central hub of this event which hosted programming, networking, audience engagement, and registration. Building a custom platform is a robust process. […]
With truncated timelines, it is key to level set with your event partners on feasibility, staffing and install timelines. Transparency during the planning process will result in the best event in a short timeframe. Below are some tips on how to successfully plan an event within a short timeframe. 1. Give yourself ample install time. […]
Have you ever had an idea so out of the box you needed a hand getting started? The teams at BlackOak Technical Productions and KEHOE DESIGNS had their work cut out for them when a client had an idea to throw a Mad Max themed summer party. Here are five things we did to make […]
Transforming a raw space can be an exciting creative challenge for clients, and we love a challenge. When our client came to us to produce an immersive event in an abandoned warehouse, we were excited to take on the project. Our goal was to create a vibrant, energetic space to deliver their content in a […]
When hosting a virtual event, one of your options is to pre-record the entire event (or portions of it). While you may be wishing for the energy of a live broadcast, one significant benefit of pre-recording is that it gives you more creative control than a live stream. As with live streaming, strategy, planning and […]
Ever since our launch in 2018 we’ve been intent on not only delivering on client’s wants and needs but over-delivering. With each consultation we listen intently to our client’s goals and objectives and then brainstorm internally as to how we can elevate the guest experience via enhanced event technology. We’re delighted to say that we’ve […]
WE’RE JUST LIKE YOU In the Spring of 2020, we faced the same uncertainties as the rest of the world. We resigned to working from home without knowing how it might play out for us in the live events space. WHERE WE LEFT OFF — EVENT PRODUCTION COMPANY Whatever reaction, each of us had the […]
What is UX? User experience, (UX for short), is an all-encompassing term for how engaging with a product or service makes a person feel. Is it easy to learn? Convenient? Does it add value to your life? Is it accessible to people of various abilities? Does it feel satisfying to use? These musings can be […]
You are the expert on your own business strategy, but how can you weave it into the fabric of your event? Events with brand-alignment and a purpose add exponential value and depth to your business and relationships. Let’s talk about how and why it works. The Goal. The Strategy. The Tactics. You know what your goal is; be it growth, education, outreach, celebration, or something else entirely, the way your […]
