Elevate Events Blog
Read about our approach to event staffing, and event planning
Top 4 Full-Service Event Production Companies in San Francisco
Discover the top 4 full-service event production companies in San Francisco. Explore what sets them apart and how they bring live events to life—from brand activations to corporate galas.
What Are the 3 Most Underrated Event Staff Roles?
Discover the three most overlooked event staffing roles — Event Operations Manager, Stage Manager, and Registration Lead — and why they're essential for smooth, professional live event execution. Don’t plan your next event without them.
Your Best Brand Ambassadors Aren’t the Best Looking
Hiring event staff based on looks alone won’t drive results. Discover why charisma, personality, and emotional intelligence are what truly make a brand ambassador successful.
Hiring for Energy: Why Vibe > Resume When It Comes to Event Staff
Discover why energy, personality, and presence often outweigh resumes when hiring event staff. Learn how top producers choose talent that brings brand activations to life.
How to Choose the Right Type of Staff for Different Event Formats
Discover how to choose the right staff for corporate conferences, street teams, product sampling, trade shows, and festivals. Learn expert tips to tailor your event staffing for maximum success.
10 Common Mistakes at Brand Activations (and How to Avoid Them)
Avoid the top 10 brand activation mistakes with insights from a marketing director. Learn how Eleven8 Event Staff’s trained professionals help you execute flawless experiential marketing campaigns nationwide.
7 Strategies for Effectively Managing Multiple On-Site Vendors
Learn 7 actionable strategies to effectively manage multiple on-site vendors at your event. Improve coordination, reduce stress, and ensure seamless vendor performance.
12 Tips for Creating Authentic "Instagrammable" Event Moments
Want your event to go viral? Discover 12 practical tips to design authentic, photo-worthy moments that guests love to share on Instagram. Perfect for planners and brand activations.
13 Strategies for Ensuring Freelancers Accurately Represent Your Brand
Discover 13 effective strategies to help freelancers align with your brand values, voice, and professionalism—boosting consistency and trust in every client interaction.
10 Effective Strategies for Managing Staffing with Unpredictable Attendance
Learn 10 smart staffing strategies to handle last-minute call-outs, no-shows, and unpredictable attendance—keeping your events and operations running smoothly.
9 Automation Tools That Revolutionized Event Management Processes
Explore 9 powerful automation tools that streamline event planning, boost efficiency, and improve attendee experience for modern event professionals.
12 Strategies to Keep Repeat Events Fresh Without Reinventing Them
Discover 12 smart strategies to keep annual or recurring events feeling new, exciting, and engaging—without starting from scratch every time.
Why In-Person Experiences Are Taking Over in an AI-Dominated World: A Deep Dive
As AI dominates online content, brands are turning to in-person experiences to build trust, drive emotion, and stand out in a crowded digital landscape.
Brand Ambassador Jobs: The Ultimate Career Launchpad for Marketing and Events Success
Brand ambassador jobs offer more than just short-term gigs — they’re a powerful springboard into marketing, events, and brand strategy. Learn how this role builds real-world skills, expands your network, and opens the door to long-term success in the industry.
The True Cost of Bad Hires: A Mistake That Could Sink Your Team
74% of employers make bad hires costing $15K each. Learn the 7-step system to prevent hiring mistakes, spot red flags early, and build a bulletproof hiring process that protects your team and budget.
How to Promote Your Brand at a Tailgate: Strategies That Score Big
Planning a brand activation at a tailgate? Learn proven strategies to make your brand stand out with fan-focused engagement, promotional products, interactive games, and strategic partnerships. Complete guide to tailgate marketing success.
COIs Made Simple: Everything You Need to Know for Your Next Event
Planning an event? Learn everything you need to know about Certificates of Insurance (COIs)—what they are, why you need them, and how to request and manage them with vendors and venues.
The Gig Worker Reliability Crisis of 2025: How Mindset and Entitlement Are Destroying Service Quality
As gig work expands in 2025, service quality is declining. Discover how shifting mindsets, entitlement, and lack of accountability are fueling a crisis in gig worker reliability—and what businesses can do to adapt.
Want a Job in 2025? Here’s What Actually Matters
Discover how to get hired in 2025 without relying on a traditional resume. Learn why your headshot, reputation, and references matter more than ever in today’s job market.
6 Most Important KPIs for Measuring Event Success
Learn the 6 most critical KPIs for measuring event success. From attendee engagement to ROI, these metrics help event planners improve performance, prove value, and drive better results.
Why Work With Elevate ?
Our mission is to Elevate Every Experience with our experienced team of event staff
Insured Staff:
No need to be concerned with liability at your event, our event team is completely insured.
Tailored Staffing Pool:
Our Account Managers learn to understand your specific staffing requirements to send your our best team members.
Competitive Pricing:
Our pricing is all inclusive, no agency fees, or insurance fees.
Partnerships:
We work together with revered organizations that frequently outsource event staff to ensure elevated service at an even lower cost.
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