In every expedition, there are headwinds; however, sometimes storms might appear.

Here are the top 15 factors that might derail the success of your event.

Which of those might you face for your next event? How can you address that specific challenge?

	Budget constraints and uncertainty.
	Finding a suitable venue that meets the event requirements.
	Scheduling conflicts and availability of participants.
	Generational differences or group too diverse in terms of needs or seniority.
	Dealing with last-minute changes or cancellations.
	Balancing the need for structured activities and allowing for socializing.
	Overcoming language and cultural barriers.
	Developing engaging content and presentations to captivate attendees.
	Mitigating risks and maintaining safety and security during the event.
	Resistance from participants, overcoming participant fatigue or disengagement.
	Difficulty evaluating and measuring the success of the event against set objectives.
	Pressure to prove sustainable practices and minimizing the environmental impact of the event.
	Lack of full stakeholder support.
	Difficulty selecting a reliable provider.
	Lack of project management expertise from the organizing team.