2021 in review

December 1, 2021  |  Editorial

As you read through this issue of InTents magazine, the end of another year approaches. While business in the tent and event rental industry turned out to be more profitable and promising in 2021 than 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic brought about another issue: labor shortages.  In 2020, a pressing cha…
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Seeking inspiration?

October 1, 2021  |  Editorial

This issue of InTents is packed with information geared toward keeping your business at the forefront of the industry. As we move into the autumn months and the days grow shorter, choosing the right lighting solution for a tented event can be challenging. Turn to page 20 for “bright” ideas perta…
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A new tool for your toolbox

August 1, 2021  |  Editorial

IFAI’s new online platform is designed to keep you informed. Are you actively on the lookout for more opportunities to network with industry peers? Do youexperience frustrations when searching the internet for sound business advice and practical solutions to work-related challenges? Are you intere…
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Weddings are back

June 1, 2021  |  Editorial

According to “The Knot 2020 Real Weddings Study [COVID-19 Edition],” 2021 is anticipated to be one of the busiest years on record for weddings. Of the 7,600 couples surveyed for the study, 47% of those who planned to wed in 2020 adjusted their schedules to instead say their “I dos” in 2021 o…
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Renewed optimism

April 1, 2021  |  Editorial

A light at the end of the tunnel? A year ago, when we sent the April–May 2020 issue of InTents to the printer, virtually every tented event was being cancelled, and the whole world was shutting down. The outlook for the live events industry was worsening on a daily and hourly basis, and the grim &…
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Adios 2020

December 1, 2020  |  Editorial

The December 2020–January 2021 issue of InTents covers a lot of industry ground. While the COVID-19 pandemic continues to spread, this issue is packed with insight on how tent and event rental companies are responding. Our feature, “Tenting for the Pandemic,” (page 24) reveals an in-depth look…
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Seasonal comforts

October 1, 2020  |  Editorial

For those of you in the tent and event rental industry, the year 2020 can likely be summed up by one sentence: Abnormal is the new normal. While many seasonal and yearly events have been put on hold due to COVID-19, I’m happy to report that this magazine hasn’t deviated from tradition.  The Oct…
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Building character

August 1, 2020  |  Editorial

The secret is in the challenge. I once heard a local Minnesota meteorologist refer to -10°F January temperatures as being “character-building.” Since that time, I have on numerous occasions found myself using the phrase “character-building” when faced with challenges and less than ideal sit…
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