Blazing the Trail with Hybrid Meetings and Events
In addition to his duties as Catalyst Ranch's Managing Director, Lyndon Stewart also serves as our technology coordinator. He's had his finger on the pulse of meeting technology since his first days at CR, and [...]
Our 2021 Wall Calendar for color and creativity inspiration!
As we look forward to the New Year, our commitment to inspiring creativity and play is stronger than ever before. And what better way to remind ourselves of that mission each day than a colorful [...]
#RanchAtHome – Virtual Zoom Backgrounds 2: Samba Boogaloo!
Back in the spring when the Quarantine first started, we made [our first set of Zoom Virtual Backgrounds] for you to use to transport yourself to Catalyst Ranch. And with our impending Catalyst Ranch 18th [...]
The Case for Play as a Lifelong Tool for Learning
Warning, this leisure read may have you thinking about play. I hope it makes you want to really take some time to do that. Like they say, there is no time like the present. Whether [...]
Meet Small: Six Essentials of Small Meetings
Small meetings are getting a lot more attention lately and for good reason. They are the way to meet these days. Currently social distancing guidelines call for gatherings of 10 people or less. Catalyst [...]
Why There is No Substitute for Face-To-Face Meetings
With the ongoing coronavirus it’s become apparent that in today’s business world of video meetings and teleconferences, the value of face-to-face encounters can often get overlooked. Collaboration and conferencing tools have made the way [...]
On the current protests
To our clients and guests: While we have looked forward to this day marking Chicago's Cautious Reopening for businesses, our hearts have been heavy mourning the continued unjust deaths of black humans, as well as violence [...]
Video: How to Develop Your Presentation Skills… Virtually
Business in Quarantine Video Series: Julie Ostrow In this time of quarantine, everyone across the globe has had to find their bearings conducting business with new restrictions. The landscarpe of our Meetings Industry [...]
Helpful Tips for Hosting Successful Virtual Meetings
Virtual meetings have become a necessity in the professional workplace, allowing for a simulated face-to-face experience that serves as a feasible substitute for the real thing. People have, to be fair, worked remotely for [...]
