Planning Pod

SEPTEMBER 14, 2020

If you are in the business of booking, reserving and managing event spaces – and your livelihood depends on properly managing your event bookings – this is for you. The secret to flawless event booking is a seamless process.

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Planning Pod

JULY 7, 2020

This year has been extremely difficult for any industry, but the looming pandemic and ongoing social distancing continues to be particularly challenging for the event management industry and the event venues whose business is all about getting people together. and are still booking up venue spaces for late 2020 and beyond.

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Eventtia

DECEMBER 14, 2021

While planning an event can indeed be exciting and highly rewarding, it’s no secret that it can be very challenging with all the different variables and moving parts: booking the venue, securing sponsorships, coordinating the event team, and so on, and so forth. How Technology Can Help Different Aspects of Event Management.

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Planning Pod

JULY 13, 2022

Juggling two different tracks of events – in-house events that support their mission/audience base and private group events and rentals that help boost their revenue – can quickly become a cumbersome task that creates process gaps, continuity killers, collaboration conflict and more.

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Planning Pod

JULY 25, 2019

Summary: Learn about what event management software tools to look for. Evaluate features and read reviews of the top event planning apps. What is event management software? What are the benefits of event management software? No more time-consuming manual processes. Automation of processes.

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Peerspace

APRIL 21, 2024

See unique event venues Establish your venue requirements Start your search with the right event database How to use Peerspace to find the perfect venue for you Figure out your goals for the event Factors to consider before booking the venue The final step: book your favorite venue Wondering how to book a venue for an upcoming event or project?

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Planning Pod

JULY 6, 2023

We wrote this article to streamline this process for you, in classic Planning Pod-fashion. Are you an event planner looking for a platform? Click here to check out our comparison on event management software. Templates We make it easier than ever to create scalable processes for your team members using dynamic templates.

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Planning Pod

AUGUST 20, 2024

A smooth and efficient onboarding process builds trust and reduces stress during planning stages for both you and your clients, and ultimately ensures successful execution of their event. Even better: it increases the likelihood of generating enthusiastic fans for your business, driving repeat bookings and quality testimonials.

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Eventtia

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Choose and Book a Venue That Aligns with Your Vision Your venue is a vital part of the event experience, as it sets the ambiance and can affect logistics, such as transportation and accommodation. Event Agenda example powered by Eventtia. NAOS event powered by Eventtia. Use Eventtia’s budgeting tools to track expenses.

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Eventtia

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

In 2024, the demand for robust and feature-rich event management platforms continues to grow. Whether you’re an experienced event manager or new to the field, this analysis and comparison will help you navigate the landscape and choose the best platform for your organization.

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Cvent: Event Marketing

MAY 29, 2018

From mobile event apps to registration websites, venue sourcing sites to increased data and analytics, there’s no part of the event lifecycle that doesn’t use event management technology in some way. Technology is vital when it comes to automating processes, increasing attendee engagement, and proving event ROI.

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Eventtia

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

In 2024, the demand for robust and feature-rich event management platforms continues to grow. Whether you’re an experienced event manager or new to the field, this analysis and comparison will help you navigate the landscape and choose the best platform for your organization.

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Planning Pod

MAY 28, 2024

Many venues and event businesses require that event hosts purchase insurance at the time of booking. Types of Coverage Event insurance encompasses two primary categories: liability and cancellation. Embedded event insurance is following suit, enhancing the customer experience in event management.

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Planning Pod

FEBRUARY 5, 2021

Our event planning software platform integrates 20+ essential wedding event planning and business tools so that Brandee can perform all three of her jobs (running her business, managing clients and planning weddings) from one central location. I thought, ‘There is no way it should take us this long to process a contract.’”.

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Eventtia

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

However, that’s impossible without using hospitality platforms for events. Whether managing events logistics, booking accommodation, or arranging transportation, hospitality platforms are necessary for planning and hosting results-driven events.

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Planning Pod

JULY 22, 2024

Planning Pod’s comprehensive event and venue management solution gives you the ability to create seamless touchpoints with clients and centralize communication so nothing slips through the cracks. Make sure it reflects the experience you intend to provide throughout the booking process. Learn more today!

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The Road to Marriage

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Entrusting the fulltime management of details to me helped them avoid the headaches, and added stress that inevitably accompanies the planning process. Christine and Logan had all the large To Do’s like booking their vendors and creating their floor plan covered. Her future husband, Logan, and her adoring father, Robin.

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Eventtia

OCTOBER 30, 2024

In 2024, the need for comprehensive and feature-rich event management platforms continues to rise within the event management industry. We recommend conducting your own thorough research before selecting the best event management software for your needs. Why Look for Eventdrive Competitors?

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Eventtia

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

In 2024, the demand for robust and feature-rich event management platforms continues to grow. While the EventMobi event management platform has become a leading tool for event planning, it’s important to consider alternative solutions and competitors to ensure you find the platform that best suits your specific needs.

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Planning Pod

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

As a provider of venue management software ourselves, we often get asked how we compare with our competitors and what sets us apart. Which made us think that this is a question that almost everyone considering venue event management software asks at some point during their fact-finding and buying process. Core Audience.

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Planning Pod

JULY 1, 2024

In the fast-paced world of event management, even the most meticulous plans can go awry. Enter event insurance, which acts as a safety net to protect both your clients and your business. Be truthful and accurate: Any misrepresentation of facts during the claims process could seriously jeopardize your coverage.

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Planning Pod

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

It’s fairly common for new wedding venues to use free software like Google Docs, Excel spreadsheets, e-calendars and email plus cost-saving tools like whiteboards, paper printouts and folders while landing their first bookings and gaining a foothold in the event industry. Request a free trial and see how.

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Cvent: Event Marketing

AUGUST 9, 2019

Maybe more than any profession, events professionals are faced with a unique challenge: it’s called the “Invisible Workload.” Automating event management tasks. Automating Event Management Tasks. When it comes to event planning, time spent on manual processes quickly adds up. Event Engagement.

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Planning Pod

APRIL 29, 2024

We’ll show you how to identify recurring slow seasons by harnessing the goldmine of information hidden within your historical booking data. We suggest collecting this detailed information from your customers after they submit a booking inquiry and during the lead qualification process. But only if you track the data.

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Planning Pod

AUGUST 8, 2022

Still, despite major advancements in technology and a growing expectation of instantaneous, online access, it’s not uncommon to find a catering company still relying on old-school paper and processes for their event management solution. John Norton, Executive Chef and General Manager at The Coonamessett.

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Planning Pod

MAY 7, 2024

Planning Pod’s comprehensive analytics and reporting dashboards allow event businesses to view historical and real-time data at a glance, easing the process of developing smart pricing strategies for success. And during slower periods, you can offer lower, competitive prices to help attract bookings and fill available space.

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Eventtia

OCTOBER 30, 2024

In 2024, the demand for robust and feature-rich event management platforms continues to grow. Whether you’re an experienced event manager or new to the field, this analysis and comparison will help you navigate the landscape and choose the best platform for your organization.

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Peerspace

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

We looked to the experts for event management tips and tricks to help you run things like a pro. First and foremost: book the perfect event venue with Peerspace Source: Peerspace Before we delve into the tips, there’s one thing that we need to get sorted. According to Mona, how you allocate your budget (i.e.,

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Eventtia

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Here are five great ways to harness the power of SMS for retail events and experiences: 1. Manage Booking Appointment SMS communication can simplify online or in-store appointment bookings. This direct line of communication speeds up the process and minimizes the chance of errors or misunderstandings.

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Planning Pod

JUNE 13, 2024

Enhance client trust and confidence You can use event insurance to highlight your commitment to client well-being and risk management, which could be a deciding factor for clients who prioritize a secure and stress-free event experience (aka, everyone). Get started today! Get started with Planning Pod today!

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Planning Pod

JULY 27, 2022

However, if that’s the case, why do so many event and hospitality professionals stop trying to improve their sales processes once they get comfortable? The reason is simple … many of us feel like our current sales processes are working fine and that we simply don’t have the time to research and implement new techniques. “On

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Planning Pod

MARCH 31, 2022

Though they do host numerous weddings, Clay Theatre offers venue bookings for many other types of intimate events. Andrea’s team was able to retain and reschedule their 2020 bookings for the following year, a significant win that proved to be a double-edged sword. The unique space gave Andrea a leg up in curating a client base.

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The Road to Marriage

MARCH 1, 2024

Acknowledging this upfront is key to a successful and (mostly) stress-free process. Whether it’s a particular vendor or a design detail, identifying and prioritizing these key pieces will guide your decision-making process. Remember, there is no time to delay, and hesitation can be a roadblock in this time-sensitive process.

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Planning Pod

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

For most growing event businesses, payment processing is viewed as a business expense first and foremost. You’re almost afraid to ask too many questions about different processing costs, worried that a thorough understanding of how electronic payments work will only reveal more expense to your business.

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Planning Pod

OCTOBER 14, 2020

The fact that hotels use a half dozen or more software systems to manage all their operations is commonly accepted as “business as usual”. Unfortunately, for many hotel sales staff and catering managers, this often cobbled-together assembly of stand-alone applications and manual processes hinders them from actually doing business.

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Planning Pod

APRIL 12, 2020

But in our many years of planning events (and helping thousands of other event managers plan theirs through our event management software ), we have found that those three qualities – focus, preparation, diligence – are necessary traits in event organizers and team members if you are going to come close to planning a killer event.

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Planning Pod

FEBRUARY 12, 2021

As CEO and co-founder of Planning Pod, I’m glad these venue owners, managers and staff are asking questions like these to make sure they choose the right platform that best fits their needs. Event Booking Management + Calendar. Room / Space Management. Event Planning Toolkit (incl. 99/month. ~$500/month.

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