Event planning is in our blood. For many years, we have put on all sorts of live events, from concerts to conferences. With the emergence of virtual presentations and an increase in demand for online engagement, we found the key to producing a successful virtual event. You need to have the right processes–and the right team working side-by-side with you. Preparing for a Live Virtual Event Virtual events are a lot like in-person events–they require a lot of preparation. We are event planners by nature. When working with a client, like the SDSU Foundation, we create nearly everything for the…

Happy 28th Anniversary to HenkinSchultz On September 30th, 1991, HenkinSchultz started out from a small, makeshift office space in downtown Sioux Falls. On that day, the creative minds of President & Co-Founder Kirby Schultz and Joe Henkin joined forces at their first meeting as an official advertising agency. Over the years, Joe and Kirby consistently hired thinkers — smart, creative talent passionate about turning ideas into something that changes people. Flashforward to 28 years later, and their shared hiring philosophy from early days continues. Our team has grown to 22 folks who love finding creative solutions for our clients. Now…

South Dakota State University has a lot to celebrate this year. The campus, enrollment and community impact all continue to grow. And none of that is possible without the SDSU Foundation. HenkinSchultz was tasked with the challenge of entertaining and inspiring at this year’s donor event. Live Production in the New Performing Arts Center When you’ve produced a show in the same venue through the years, you tend to get used to how things are done. You know the room’s challenges. You know the space you work in. You know everything down to where the last outlet is located. Then…

It’s the time of year that’s heating up for events. Good weather means everything from festivals to car shows and everything in between. HenkinSchultz has done a lot of event marketing through the years. If you’re the one in charge of promoting an upcoming event, here are some things to keep in mind. Brand it for the Long Term Whether you’re Hot Harley Nights, Quarry Days, JazzFest or PeachFest, it’s good to have a logo. Consistency is key to promoting a successful event because volunteers and leadership change from year to year. Having a good logo, identified font and design…

HenkinSchultz was proud to once again partner with the Sioux Falls Area Chamber of Commerce for the production of their annual Chamber Meeting show. This event, the largest business show in the state with over 1500 people in attendance, offers a unique opportunity for members to celebrate the business accomplishments from the past year and preview the Chamber’s vision for the upcoming year. The theme this year, conceived and developed by HS co-founder and president Kirby Schultz, was “Building On a Great Foundation.” Center stage at the Sioux Falls Convention Center was draped in black, but for what appeared to…

If your company or organization has a gathering coming up on the horizon, then you need to think about how you’re going to promote your big event to the public at large. It can certainly seem overwhelming, but you’ll feel better once you start making a plan of action. Of course, we’re happy to help you in all facets of your campaign, from putting together a media plan to doing the actual production of your event. In the meantime, we’ve put together ten fun ideas that will help you promote your function: 1. Invest in Paid Media At HS, we…