It’s undeniable that artificial intelligence (AI) has revolutionized industries worldwide, providing them with faster, more efficient ways to generate ideas and streamline operations. The event planning sector is no exception, with AI offering automated scheduling, venue recommendations, and AI-generated event themes.
Kimmylea Konsel-Taylor, the founder of LimeLight Expressions, a full-service event planning, design, and production company, believes that while AI is an exciting tool beneficial in the early brainstorming stages, it doesn’t replace experience, intuition, and creativity. “Implementation and execution don’t come from simply having a great idea,” she explains. “AI can give you concepts, but it doesn’t have the expertise, the ability to problem-solve in real-time, or the human touch that makes events truly special.”
The founder recognizes AI’s drawbacks in event planning. Firstly, AI relies on existing ideas. It doesn’t create. It compiles, reorganizes, and presents information that already exists. Therefore, many of its ideas are only repetitions of what has been done before. If businesses rely too heavily on AI, they might fall into a cycle of unoriginality and redundancy. Events would then begin to feel generic.
In addition, Kimmylea notes that AI lacks the ability to think dimensionally. “It can suggest ideas based on patterns, but it can’t assess whether those ideas will work in a specific space, align with a company’s brand identity, or fit an event’s emotional tone,” she states.
Most importantly, AI can’t adapt to the unpredictable nature of live events. No matter how advanced the technology becomes, it can’t step in when things go wrong (which is inevitable in this field). “Is AI going to put the decor on the tables? Is AI capable of taking action when a keynote speaker is running late or getting stuck in traffic? Can AI run an event smoothly in real-time?” Kimmylea asks.
AI can provide suggestions. However, it can’t physically solve problems as they happen. It won’t negotiate with a vendor when a delivery is delayed, adjust a seating chart last minute to accommodate a surprise guest, or coordinate with a venue to address unexpected weather changes. These are all challenges that need human expertise, quick decision-making, and years of industry experience to navigate. That’s why companies like LimeLight Expressions remain irreplaceable in event planning.
LimeLight Expressions has been at the forefront of event planning since its foundation in 2007, handling intimate private celebrations, large-scale corporate gatherings, and everything in between. Based in Nebraska but operating nationwide and internationally, it has been known for curating seamless, high-end events that exceed expectations.
Nearly two decades of experience have also enabled LimeLight Expressions to build an extensive network of trusted vendors and suppliers that allows it to handle everything smoothly, from venue selection to production, on-site management, and even the implementation of security protocols.
The company distinguishes itself with its personalized approach to event planning. The LimeLight Expressions team takes the time to understand each client’s vision, what inspires them, their ethos, and what emotions they desire to evoke in their guests. This translates to an immersive event where lighting, decor, sound, and other aspects align with what the client needs. AI can pull from data. Still, it doesn’t have the ability to ask the right questions or form an emotional connection with the clientele.
The company’s ability to navigate unforeseen challenges is another reason clients trust them. Event planning comes with inherent risks, and LimeLight Expressions has the experience to anticipate and resolve problems before they escalate. AI can’t account for these real-world concerns the way an experienced planner can.
For instance, when working on international destination events, the company doesn’t just book flights and hotels. It establishes relationships with government bodies and local tourism boards to expedite customs processes and secure executive transportation if possible. AI might recommend venues, but it won’t negotiate with local authorities to ensure VIP guests receive expedited service at customs or arrange for exclusive access to locations. These details are critical in high-stakes corporate events. They require the kind of industry relationships and expertise that AI can’t replicate.
“Relationships are dynamic,” Kimmylea adds. “The interaction between a client and a service provider, whether a planner or a venue operator, fuels creativity. When we talk through ideas together, we build on each other’s thoughts. AI can’t replicate that synergy. It doesn’t have instincts, emotions, or the ability to connect on a human level.”
AI will continue to evolve, and it will undoubtedly play a role in certain aspects of event planning. Companies like LimeLight Expressions prove that AI will never replace the expertise, intuition, and personal touch that human planners bring.
