Planning Pod

JUNE 10, 2022

Catering software has become one of the most popular ways to streamline operations among caterers, restaurants, hotels and event venues, and for good reason … because it enables venue and catering businesses to automate processes, create timesaving workflows and serve customers better with fewer staff. Planning Pod.

Catering 78

Catering Management Electronics Hospitality 78

Planning Pod

MAY 2, 2020

The growth of the Internet since the start of the 21st century has been immense, touching almost every part of our lives, from education to commerce to communications to entertainment. Similarly, it has also touched practically every aspect of how we plan and manage events and, in the last decade, how we produce and broadcast events.

Social Media 195

Social Media Communication Management Education 195

Planning Pod

JULY 25, 2019

Communications – For event collaboration and communication via email and text messaging among team members, contractors, vendors and speakers as well as with attendees. Business and accounting – For tracking contacts/CRM, leads, legal contracts, proposals, invoicing, payments, revenues and ROI.

Event Management 112

Event Management Management Social Media Communication 112

Planning Pod

JANUARY 12, 2021

Planning Pod’s all-in-one platform gives new event facilities 20+ easy-to-use tools to set up systems for managing booking calendars, sales, client communications, contracts, billing, payments and more. All a caterer has to do is come in, bring in a few specialty pieces that they need and they are set.”. “A

Vendor 148

Vendor Social Media Management Catering 148

Planning Pod

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

Often venue sales, event and catering managers are overwhelmed with all the apps and tools they must use to manage venue bookings, which require lots of time to manage all of them and introduce unnecessary complexity into your daily operations. Let’s unpack those benefits one at a time…. Simplify data access and management.

Management 148

Management Electronics Event Management Hospitality 148

Souvenir Weddings & Events

MAY 1, 2023

This may include caterers, photographers, DJs, florists, and more. This may include creating invitations, developing promotional materials, and advertising the event on social media or other platforms. Event planners must have strong communication and marketing skills to ensure that the event is well attended and successful.

Event Planner 130

Event Planner Social Media Vendor Management Vendor 130

Planning Pod

APRIL 29, 2020

Less expense to produce – With no venue to hire, no catering, no live production crew, no rentals and other associated costs for live in-person events, your overhead for planning a virtual event drops significantly. Email Communications. event schedules, videos, registration/RSVP forms and more. Virtual Event Planning Tools.

Social Media 180

Social Media Communication Electronics Scheduling 180

Planning Pod

AUGUST 20, 2024

Gather information and set clear expectations Personalized communication and education Collaboration and streamlined processes Building trust and exceeding expectations Planning Pod’s centralized customer relationship management (CRM) system ensures streamlined event management and centralized communication/collaboration with your clients.

Collaboration 89

Collaboration Communication Event Management Education 89

Hello Endless Events

MAY 13, 2022

Here are some soft skills for event planners to consider: Interpersonal skills and communication, Time management and effective problem-solving, Creativity and ability to think outside the box, Multitasking, Attention to detail (especially important for budgeting and signing contracts). Consider Applying For Event Planning Certificates.

Problem Solving 111

Problem Solving Event Management Government Management 111

Planning Pod

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

Staying on top of communicating with clients and prospects without letting anything slip through the cracks. A centralized communications tool that lets you and your team send and receive all emails regarding your leads and events (more on this later). Challenge: Keeping track of and communicating constantly evolving event details.

Management 148

Management Wedding Venue Event Management Communication 148

Joy

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

The space must include room for presentation stages, catering stations, and networking zones. They also need multiple breakout rooms to display category-specific content and high-end catering facilities. Contract negotiation A successful negotiation needs proper preparation and clear communication.

Transportation 52

Transportation Vendor Catering Procession 52

Eventtia

JUNE 8, 2023

Tasks such as finding a venue, creating health and safety protocols and catering have been replaced by finding the right technology and creating valuable content and engaging attendees. Here are some of the action you need to take, to get you over the last hurdle and to ensure that you run a smooth and successful event.

Event Management 109

Event Management Management IT Communication 109

Eventtia

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Agree upon the KPIs to track the event’s performance, including customer footfall, social media mentions, number of sales, and more. Recognize who your event caters to. In retail, you can plan teaser ads, social media campaigns, or influencer partnerships. Here’s how you can structure it: Summarize the key event details.

Social Media 88

Social Media Retail Media Event Management 88

Planning Pod

JULY 27, 2022

And, yes, these can definitely help in this post-pandemic sales world of Zoom meetings and electronic communications. Note that we will mainly discuss event sales tips here and leave topics like event marketing strategies, social media tactics and target audience outreach for other articles.

Hospitality 104

Hospitality Management Event Management Social Media 104

Planning Pod

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Whether you’re already sending follow-up surveys after events or gathering feedback through social media, post-event surveys are key to maximizing the overall satisfaction of your events. Once complete, you can create a link to the survey form and send it to event attendees through your preferred communication platform.

Social Media 89

Social Media Engagement Communication Media 89

Planning Pod

FEBRUARY 8, 2017

And the risk of getting it wrong is exponentially greater than choosing the wrong caterer or not having enough chairs. In addition, you should assess the likelihood of protests as well as of the presence of local or national media at the event (more cameras and microphones increase the likelihood for confrontations and demonstrations).

Insurance 122

Insurance Communication Management Vendor 122

Planning Pod

AUGUST 16, 2023

By collecting data on attendees, you can create targeted marketing campaigns and personalized communications. With the right tool, you can keep track of every detail—from the event venue and catering plans to the audiovisual equipment. You can even attach invoices and email exchanges to track your communications.

Event Management 78

Event Management Management Social Media Communication 78

Eventtia

MAY 11, 2022

Get 1000 more social media mentions during the event. Don’t forget that there are various other variables that depend on the venue like accommodations, catering, layout, travel arrangement for attendees, and so forth. Time-bound: we should be able to set a realistic but ambitious timeline for each goal to maintain motivation.

Social Media 123

Social Media Scheduling Event Management Management 123

Style Me Pretty

JUNE 3, 2024

Chef Brian Etheredge from Cutting Edge Catering created a five course tasting menu consisting of: Amuse bouche – dry aged Hawaiian snapper crudo with tart lililkoi chili emulsion and local cabbage. Bee Sting – Fresh pressed pineapple, line, house jalapeno honey syrup, Hawaiian Chili pepper tincture, reposade tequila.

Groom 98

Groom Bouquet Bride Boutique Wedding 98

Planning Pod

AUGUST 24, 2019

Summary: Learn how to market events of all kinds, from market research, branding and pricing to event websites , content marketing, social media and post-event followup. Implementing marketing tactics (email, social media, PR, etc.) Social media mentions/shares/engagement. Press and media mentions (print, online, radio, TV).

Social Media 131

Social Media Media Pinterest Engineering 131

Planning Pod

MARCH 12, 2024

Review customer feedback: Analyze feedback forms, online reviews, and social media mentions to understand what resonates with your audience and identify areas for improvement. If you can find a way to offer a unique value proposition or cater to a specific segment they neglect with your content, you’re golden.

Social Media 89

Social Media Media Engineering Utilities 89

Planning Pod

JULY 7, 2020

Share everything from the catering menu to banquet event order to special requests in a quick email. And with all of your clients hanging out on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and other social media platforms, you should be mastering a social platform or two and pairing it with automated email marketing campaigns.

Procession 109

Procession Management Electronics Social Media 109

Eventtia

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Budgeting and Partners Selection Creating a budget for an event involves forecasting costs for venue rental, catering, speakers, marketing, and technology tools. Tactics can include your event website, email campaigns, social media posts, influencer partnerships, and paid ads.

Event Management 118

Event Management Management Scheduling Engagement 118

Planning Pod

JANUARY 10, 2021

Planning Pod is also equipped with a centralized email communications center that lets you and your team members use your own email addresses to send and receive email from one central inbox. And you can devote more time to prospecting, generating leads and even event marketing and social media outreach to your target audiences.

Event Management 148

Event Management Management Electronics Scheduling 148

Planning Pod

OCTOBER 2, 2024

It’s also worth considering alternative options for high-cost items like catering and venue rental. For example, if you’re an event planner you might explore local restaurants for catering or consider unique venues like historic buildings or outdoor spaces that offer lower rental rates.

Social Media 78

Social Media Event Management Management Vendor 78

Peerspace

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Source: Peerspace Catering teams, independent chefs, food truck owners, bakers, and anyone else needing access to a professional cooking space often use commercial kitchens. For the most part, it’s best to rent a private kitchen for your business or catered event. Peerspace makes it easy to book the perfect kitchen space.

IT 98

IT Communication Collaboration Social Media 98

Planning Pod

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Sustainable event planning isn’t just a trend; it’s a responsibility that organizers can embrace to make a positive impact on the environment, the community, and the overall experience. Reduce waste in your planning process with Planning Pod by streamlining communication, reducing paper waste, and effectively managing events.

Transportation 89

Transportation Management Communication Event Management 89

Planning Pod

JULY 25, 2019

Communications – For event collaboration and communication via email and text messaging among team members, contractors, vendors and speakers as well as with attendees. Business and accounting – For tracking contacts/CRM, leads, legal contracts, proposals, invoicing, payments, revenues and ROI.

Event Management 60

Event Management Management Social Media Communication 60

Eventtia

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Customer Engagement Solution Customer engagement is critical to brand activation, as it involves building strong connections with prospects and customers through direct and personalized communication. With Braze, businesses can send messages tailored to customers’ profiles using email, mobile apps, social media platforms, and websites.

Retail 62

Retail Social Media Media Management 62

Peerspace

MARCH 15, 2024

All you need to do is set up a bartender, order catering (maybe on theme, like a restaurant that serves island barbecue ), and enjoy some classic bridal shower games. We so appreciate his communication and responsiveness. The venue has an in-house caterer and offers delectable wine and food pairings.

Social Media 98

Social Media Bride Catering Floor Plan 98

Planning Pod

MARCH 1, 2023

He has been helping Dallas-area clients plan the big day of their dreams for more than a decade and has been recognized for his work by big media outlets like The Knot and WeddingWire. Shaun Gray, the owner of Shaun Gray Events, understands the stress of running a wedding planning business.

Wedding Planning 78

Wedding Planning Pinterest Management Collaboration 78

Planning Pod

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

By asking your staff for their insights, you can pretty easily determine where processes can be streamlined, communication can be improved, or resources can be allocated more effectively. This might involve automating tasks, improving communication, or optimizing resource allocation.

Management 89

Management Social Media Event Management Communication 89

Junebug Weddings

MAY 26, 2024

Bougainvillea Weddings Good for: A planner who does it all (florals, catering, and more) Review: “Estela, Marcela, and the entire Bougainvillea team gave us the best weekend of our lives. Even when they were busy, they ensured to communicate with us, never leaving us hanging. Every single detail was beyond our expectations.

Wedding Planner 98

Wedding Planner Destination Wedding Vendor Communication 98

Planning Pod

MARCH 10, 2022

FYI – Planning Pod can help you operate with fewer staff and service workers by automating processes, creating timesaving workflows and streamlining communications. Benefit from smart email solutions and client portals to streamline communications with clients and staff. Learn more about our software. without losing them.

Hospitality 89

Hospitality Management Communication Procession 89

Eventtia

OCTOBER 20, 2022

Estimate your budget while considering high-level expense elements, including: Venue cost (for an in-person or hybrid event) Virtual event platform ( for a virtual event ) Catering Staff and volunteers Talent fees (for speakers, presenters, etc.) Develop media kit content (speaker bio information, photos, etc.) Proofread every detail.

Social Media 62

Social Media Insurance Media Vendor 62

Carissa Kruse Weddings

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

As a wedding planner, you will be working with numerous clients, vendors, and team members, so being able to communicate effectively is essential for a successful event. Take some public speaking classes, practice active listening, and work on your written communication skills through courses or workshops. How can you excel at it?

Wedding Planner 52

Wedding Planner Social Media Problem Solving Utilities 52

Planning Pod

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

They knew the logistics of the catering to the banquet hall, like how close it needed to be. Leverage social media. Monique and Andrea both agree that a strong social media presence is a must-have for your wedding venue. Andrea, who relies almost completely on social media for her marketing, agrees with Monique. “I

Wedding Venue 78

Wedding Venue Social Media Management Vendor 78