Philip DufourOpinion & ExpertsLife on the Nation’s Do-Not-Invite List: Why Congress Should Support the Live Events IndustryThe small businesses that help put on concerts, fundraisers, and weddings can’t go back to work without crowds. Without help, we’ll be gone for good, says event producer Philip Dufour in this guest column.August 4, 2020Page 1 of 1Top StoriesStrategyHow (and Why) to Clearly Define Your Event’s Mission StatementBy clearly defining your event's "why," you set the stage for a successful gathering and ensure that every element works in harmony toward a common goal. Here's how to get it right.Brands & Event ProsCall for Nominations: 2024 BizBash Fresh FacesIndustry InsidersHeadshots 2.0: Modern, Elevated Corporate Headshot ExperiencesEvent Design & DecorCoachella 2024: 5 Steal-Worthy Event Design Trends From This Year's FestivalBizBash SportsTeam Spirit: 5 Tips for Hosting a Private Event at a Stadium or Arena