Extraordinary events in challenging environments. We create extraordinary events in challenging environments to develop and enhance relationships.
Founded in March 2001 by Gene Lundgren, Aquarian is a national leader in high-end entertainment production and corporate associations/meetings. We are the conductors that pull together all your event needs from start to finish. Hire us to produce your event and you get more than just event managers. We coordinate audio, video, lighting, labor, graphics, celebrity and local entertainment and other
multimedia types. We believe clients who see their vision come to life become the best brand ambassadors.
Putting together a large-scale event? We're sharing 5 tips on security and access:
5 Tips on Security and Access for Large Events from Gene Lundgren Everyone responsible for putting together a large-scale event wants the venue to look great, the Wi-Fi to work well and the attendees to be as comfortable as possible, but another facet of event management is taking center stage th...
We highlight a few of our favorite event venues in Las Vegas, Orlando and San Diego on the blog:
Extraordinary events just don’t happen in ordinary event spaces. The location and venue can make or break an event. As a theatrical entertainment company, our favorite event spaces are ones that lend themselves to our style of production. That brings us to a few of our favorite event locations: 1....
Get an inside look at our work with NACUBO for their Annual Meeting in Long Beach, CA last month.
Embrace the journey and keep going.
We're starting Monday off right with a little motivation from Jimmy Fallon.
While he might seem all fun and games, there's much to learn from the beloved late-night host.
New event venues are popping up every single day, but here are a few of our go-tos:
Extraordinary events just don’t happen in ordinary event spaces. The location and venue can make or break an event. As a theatrical entertainment company, our favorite event spaces are ones that lend themselves to our style of production. That brings us to a few of our favorite event locations: 1....
Take the stress out of event game days and ensure every last detail is handled. Our live event production crews are the best in the biz and ensure every performance is flawless.
Do you have the stamina that is demanded in this industry? Find out:
Event production is an exciting industry to be in right now, but do you have what it takes to be successful? Misconceptions cloud the reality of this industry. We’re here to clear that up so you’ll be fully prepared for what you’re jumping into. For example, the industry embraces the “work h...
Flashback to our extraordinary event with American Trucking Associations. This conference was spread out among three different venues in downtown San Diego. Check it out:
We produced the American Trucking Associations Annual Management Conference & Exhibition in 2014. The conference was spread out among three different venues in downtown San Diego. We provided general event creative services, including designing the stage set. Our team also provided theatrical and st...
Shoutout to our team member, Sandy for volunteering with the Bite Me Cancer Foundation a few weeks ago! We volunteer at the Inova Children's Hospital in Falls Church, VA one Friday night each month and bring dinner and goodies to support the families of children battling many forms of cancer.
Attendees want an experience. The destination and venue contribute to that experience, so choose strategically.
What are the most popular event venues and destinations for 2019? Find out in our annual featured report.
Keep chasing perfection.
The weekend takes off in 3...2...1...
"The priority of attendees attending corporate events in 2018 is networking (82%)," so make time for it at your event!
Do you know all the key statistics affecting how you create events? Here is a comprehensive collection of 100 key statistics for the event industry in 2018.
We specialize in live communications and events. Check out the elements we use to make the strategy come alive:
We specialize in live communications and events. First, we work to understand your goals. Then we sit down with you and develop a strategic plan fueled by innovative and creative ideas. And when we’ve wowed you with our ideas and plan, we use the following elements to make the strategy come alive....
79% of event planners want an event app that is quick and easy to set up. Here's what you need to know before choosing an app provider:
Smartphones and tablets have become a staple in homes and businesses nationwide. The high level of convenience is hard to ignore, making an event app an ideal way to connect with attendees. Additio…
Let's be infinite today. Happy Motivation Monday!
Did someone say Friday?! 😃
"Everything about your event and everyone working at your event is a reflection of your brand." Work with people and partners you can trust.
At his talk for P.C.M.A.'s Convening Leaders conference, the author and marketing guru shared simple strategies to develop a positive relationship with customers. Everything is the brand of an event.
Start your week off with a little optimism.
We were excited to work with NACUBO again this year to produce their Annual Meeting in Long Beach, CA. Along with handling production and creative design, we provided creative, planning, audiovisual and logistical support to the sessions. During the event, it was exciting to work with Matthew Luhn, W. Kamau Bell and Jane Fonda.
Read more about this extraordinary event:
The National Association of College and University Business Officers (NACUBO) 2018 Annual Meeting was held at the Long Beach Convention & Entertainment Center in July 2018. We handled the production and creative design for the general sessions and provided creative, planning, audiovisual and logi...
Flashback to our extraordinary event with NACUBO a few years ago in Montreal. This year we were excited to work with them as they hosted their Annual Meeting in Long Beach, CA.
We worked with the National Association of College and University Business Officers (NACUBO) to produce their Annual Meeting at the Palais des congrès de Montréal. Prior to the meeting, we coordinated the floor plan, labor scheduling, sound, lighting, video, on-screen graphics and on-site supervis...
The Center for Exhibition Industry Research (CEIR) published a four-part research series about event marketing strategies and best practices for growing event attendance. Check it out here, event profs:
The final installment of CEIR's "How to Grow Attendance" series discusses event organizers' plans for improving their attendee-marketing results.
Want to find out what it's like to judge the American Country Music (ACM) Awards? President, Gene Lungdren spills on what it’s like to judge and on behind-the-scenes action!
Vegas went country again this year at the 52nd American Country Music Awards, and for several years President Gene Lungdren has been one of the buyer judges. This year was no exception. So what is it like to judge the ACM Awards? Lungdren spills on what it’s like to judge, what goes on behind-the-...
When working on a tight budget for an event or meeting, consider planning it during the off-season:
Many hotels and resorts boast discounts and fewer crowds during their slow times, allowing event and meeting professionals to get more bang for their buck. A ski lodge with no snow or a beach resort with rainy weather might not seem like ideal accommodations, but when it comes to booking a company m...
Take the risk so you're not guessing "what if."
When the weekend is within reach. Happy Friday!
Forward thinking, event planning and set up goes into producing an extraordinary event. But what happens when things go wrong behind-the-scenes?
From visual storyboards to timelines that outline every single moment from when the doors open to when the doors close, events need a thorough production process from start to finish. In fact, that’s a benefit of working with an event production team. Behind-the-scenes on a production show, stage ...
"98% of users say they feel more inclined to purchase after attending an activation." Are you thinking about utilizing a brand activation? Here's why you should:
Lidl and CSM Live bring together industry experts to discuss why brands are increasingly harnessing live experiences and activations to resonate with consumers Brand activations and live experiences are becoming an increasingly popular and effective marketing technique. 79% of brands say they will e...
Do you have what it takes to be an event prof? Let's find out:
Event production is an exciting industry to be in right now, but do you have what it takes to be successful? Misconceptions cloud the reality of this industry. We’re here to clear that up so you’ll be fully prepared for what you’re jumping into. For example, the industry embraces the “work h...
We staged and choreographed an international fashion show on Monday at The Standard, High Line in the popular ”Meatpacking District” of New York.
Our team put together sound, lighting, runway and staging while also choreographing the show that featured 18 top New York models wearing clothes brought in from Portugal and the featured highlight of the show, Portuguese Shoes.
⚠️ New venues alert! ⚠️ Thinking of hosting an event in the Phoenix/Scottsdale area? Check out the latest venues. ↓
The restaurants, hotels, conference centers, outdoor spaces, and more in Phoenix/Scottsdale suited for meetings and events this summer. Here's a look at new Phoenix/Scottsdale eateries, drinking spots, hotels, conference areas, private rooms, and other spaces for all types of summer entertaining and...
Day two of National Association of College and University Business Officers (NACUBO). Our Exec Producer, Reggie was getting ready for an amazing conference day. Great relationships make great events happen.
Welcoming a new week like...Happy Monday!
⚠️ New venues alert! ⚠️ Thinking of hosting an event in the Dallas/Fort Worth area? Check out the latest venues. ↓
The restaurants, hotels, conference centers, outdoor spaces, and more in Dallas/Fort Worth suited for meetings and events this summer. Here's a look at new Dallas/Fort Worth eateries, drinking spots, hotels, conference areas, private rooms, and other spaces for all types of summer entertaining and e...
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Get an inside look at our work with NACUBO for their Annual Meeting in Long Beach, CA last month.
On the eve of the inaugural North American Commercial Vehicle Show in Atlanta, Daimler Trucks North America hosted 500 customers and members of the press to a theatrical event at The Fox Theatre where we helped with the event's production. Get a behind-the-scenes look here!
Founded in 2001 by industry veteran and top-tier Executive Producer, Gene Lundgren, Aquarian is a national leader in live event production for large scale events.
In 2016, we were approached by, and ultimately joined, Shepard Exposition Services to become the live event production arm of this expanding trade show contractor.
We continue our legacy of being a high value provider of event creative services and live entertainment production while leveraging the additional resources and corporate event services available in Shepard’s suite of services
With an expanding team and offices in the Washington DC metro area and Chicago, we are perfectly poised to offer boutique style service with the support and resources of a large organization.
Currently, Aquarian, a Shepard company, now provides service with support from a network of 11 offices nationwide. In addition to corporate event production and trade show contracting, the Shepard suite of corporate event services offers audio visual equipment and technicians, as well as custom environmental/booth design and build services.
Our team team holds industry designations, including Certified Meeting Planner (CMP) and Certified Technology Specialist (CTS). We’re also active members of the American Society of Association Executives (ASAE), Professional Convention Management Association (PCMA) and Meeting Professional International (MPI). We look forward putting our extensive experience, significant resources and passion for service to work for you.
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