Planning Pod

AUGUST 14, 2023

Planning an event can be time-consuming, especially if you’re in charge of catering for a large crowd. Whether you’re brainstorming menu ideas for a birthday party, wedding, or corporate event, there’s no denying that amazing event catering and planning are central to the attendee experience.

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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.

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Planning Pod

AUGUST 8, 2022

Running a catering business looks much different today than it did 25 years ago. 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.

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Planning Pod

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Catering companies with mobile set-ups come with their own unique set of event planning needs. And for Cascadia Pizza , a full-service food truck and catering business, those planning needs are even more niche. Shannon Robles – Catering Director, Cascadia Pizza.

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Planning Pod

OCTOBER 14, 2020

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. The fact that hotels use a half dozen or more software systems to manage all their operations is commonly accepted as “business as usual”.

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Planning Pod

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

By far, Planning Pod’s most unique feature is that it offers 20+ easy-to-use tools that work together to: Simplify data access and management Streamline workflows Eliminate double entry Promote collaboration Expand your ability to land and serve more clients. Event floor plan builder for creating to-scale layouts of your setups.

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Willmus Weddings

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

The Lane is an industrial wedding venue in San Diego with breathtaking views of the bay and it offers an unmatched experience for our couples. With its breathtaking views, and modern design, The Lane provides all the essentials for a perfect waterfront wedding in San Diego— all within your budget! And the best part?

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Planning Pod

APRIL 2, 2020

But if you follow these nine best practices, you will have a solid foundation on which to create event floor plans that will keep your attendees in awe and coming back for more. For a social event like a wedding or party, it could be to celebrate the occasion and create unforgettable memories.

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Planning Pod

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

Having a functional wedding website, a pretty Instagram grid, and some ads in WeddingWire or The Knot used to be enough for wedding planners—but not anymore. Here are some of Shaun’s top lessons to help you build a social following for your wedding planning business. The return?

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A Touch of Bliss

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Alex and Kims wedding at Highlands Ranch Mansion was a truly magical celebration, reflecting their deep connection, creativity, and kindness. The elegant floor plan of the Great Hall opened up beautifully, providing the perfect space for the lively dance floor that Alex had envisioned.

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The Road to Marriage

JULY 1, 2023

Contrary to popular belief, professional wedding planning (and event coordination) is about so much more than managing the wedding day. Designing floor plans – there are so many things to do. Your planner or coordinator is like your wedding’s project manager. An enjoyable wedding day.

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Love Inc. Mag

JANUARY 4, 2024

To ensure everyone feels welcome on your big day, here are three ways to practice body positivity with love and acceptance when planning your wedding. Weddings are a time to celebrate love — not just between you and your partner, but with the friends and family joining you to mark such a significant milestone.

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Planning Pod

JANUARY 12, 2021

If you’re running a wedding venue or party venue, you’re going to have slower off seasons – times when your event space may sit empty. It’s part of the planning process to consider this.”. All a caterer has to do is come in, bring in a few specialty pieces that they need and they are set.”. “A

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Planning Pod

JANUARY 10, 2021

The Hotel Salem in Salem, MA, offers four flexible event spaces for hosting weddings and receptions, corporate retreats, conferences, small trade shows and social gatherings. When Olivia started her position at Hotel Salem, she was introduced to an all-in-one hotel event planning software that solved those problems.

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Busy Bee's Events

NOVEMBER 25, 2023

The final 6-8 weeks before the wedding is pivotal for your mental health. DO NOT WAIT UNTIL THE WEEK OF THE WEDDING. Well all of the small things you wanted to purchase for the wedding but saved for later like printed items and welcome bags and even ordering food for the morning of the wedding day.

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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. Michelle Sanabria – Wedding Coordinator at Hidden Barn Venue.

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Planning Pod

JUNE 25, 2020

When it comes to planning a wedding or gala, deciding how and where to seat your guests can be one of the hardest tasks, but it can also play a big role in how much fun you and your guests have. The partier: Some people will never let go of their college days, and that means FUN for your wedding.

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Planning Pod

JULY 7, 2020

So let’s not tarry and get your wedding venue, convention center, conference venue or event facility back on track with these seven venue management tips: #1 – Ditch the time-wasting paperwork. Floor plans. Share everything from the catering menu to banquet event order to special requests in a quick email.

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Planning Pod

JULY 9, 2021

When wedding planners and/or wedding venues are considering using our software, they often ask how Planning Pod compares to our competitors … that is, Planning Pod vs Aisle Planner vs Honeybook. Event Floor Plan Design Tool. Our founders have been building tools for wedding professionals for over a decade.

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Planning Pod

OCTOBER 14, 2020

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. The fact that hotels use a half dozen or more software systems to manage all their operations is commonly accepted as “business as usual”.

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Electronics Management Floor Plan Catering 78

Style Me Pretty

JANUARY 17, 2024

[section title=”The Planning”] [field title=”Wedding Colors”]The bride had two colors in mind when dreaming of her wedding. The smaller round tables in the center of the floor plan all had large green tall centerpieces to bring in a bit of height. Purple and green.

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Planning Pod

FEBRUARY 12, 2021

Floor Plan Setup Design Tool. Event Planning Toolkit (incl. We built Planning Pod to serve event spaces, venues and caterers of all sizes to streamline their room and space bookings for private/group events as well as manage catering and food-and-beverage services plus many other event details.

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Planning Pod

FEBRUARY 5, 2021

Contrary to popular belief, running a wedding planning business isn’t just one job … it’s really three: 1) running a business, 2) managing clients and 3) planning weddings and events. New wedding planners typically turn to single-purpose software and free wedding apps and business tools to get the job done.

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Peerspace

MAY 5, 2024

Whether you’re planning a birthday party or a wedding , beach houses are great for special events because they’re usually large houses with room for a significant number of guests. They also provide plenty of outdoor space where you can host a pop-up dinner, wedding ceremony, or even a dance party.

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Planning Pod

MARCH 1, 2023

Most people have a romanticized idea of what life is like as a wedding planner, but the truth is: running a wedding planning business is hard. Shaun Gray, the owner of Shaun Gray Events, understands the stress of running a wedding planning business. Event planning software. So, what’s his secret?

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Peerspace

JANUARY 28, 2024

Wedding receptions and birthday parties are the most common reasons to rent a venue, but they’re far from the only reasons. Peerspace venues are hosted by locals who list their unique spaces for your party-planning needs. It is certainly classy and perfect for wedding receptions, holiday parties, or brand launches.

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Peerspace

APRIL 7, 2024

We all need to rent a venue at some point in life — whether it’s for a birthday party , wedding , corporate event , or some other get-together. And you yourself will probably go to a handful of weddings , corporate events , and birthday parties in the next few years. Or you may even help plan a few yourself. Yep, that too.

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Planning Pod

MAY 27, 2020

Whether you plan weddings, host business events, take on the logistical challenges of conferences and trade shows or just want to throw a really good party, keep your invite list guessing by hosting your event in an unusual, yet perfectly-designed, space. Throw a fairytale-worthy gala or wedding by opening the gates to a castle.

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Peerspace

JANUARY 31, 2024

Most people have attended an event at a hotel ballroom — whether it was a wedding , conference , or another type of formal gathering. Weddings are probably the most popular reason to rent a hotel ballroom, right behind corporate events and conferences. The host also allows catering from any licensed vendor.

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Planning Pod

NOVEMBER 3, 2019

Or a big wedding with a ceremony seating area, sit-down dining area and dance floor spread across multiple rooms. If your event includes catering and/or any type of beverage service, this will also dictate how your event is laid out. per attendee Dance floors – 4.5 But you get the idea. Food-and-Beverage.

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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. This sensational home is 1,700 square feet and provides you with an open floor plan and modern-minimalist decor with Scandinavian and Japanese inspiration.

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Planning Pod

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

Is it your dream to run a wedding venue perfect for tying the knot? billion wedding industry piquing your entrepreneurial interest? Whatever the reason, starting a wedding venue can be a great choice to shift your career and improve your financial portfolio–but getting an event venue up and running isn’t always easy.

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Peerspace

APRIL 7, 2024

Many are also professional event planners by trade and can connect you with local catering, entertainment, decor services, and more at a discounted rate. Dreaming of a goth wedding? We have all the tips and tricks you need to pull off the perfect gothic wedding theme! You are free to BYOB and outside catering is permitted.

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Ponderosa Planning

FEBRUARY 3, 2024

Loloma Lodge, nestled in the woods at the banks of the McKenzie River, is a magical setting for your Oregon wedding. Couples travel from near and far to experience this unique property and share it with their closest friends & family for a destination wedding weekend. Do you want an intimate, woodsy celebration in Oregon?

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Timeline Genius

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Timeline Genius now lets you fully customize the tailored timelines for your vendors, venues, and wedding party! ​ One of the key benefits of our software is that it helps you build trust and make the right impression on your clients and vendors. Wanna include the floor plan on a tailored timeline for your caterer?

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Peerspace

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Search unique event venues Searching for incredible micro wedding venues in Las Vegas to celebrate your big day in style? There is more to a Las Vegas wedding than the cliche of the Little White Chapel. And, not every wedding has to take place at a huge, insanely expensive venue. Book the perfect wedding venue in Las Vegas.

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The Wedding Planner LA

APRIL 22, 2020

Planning a wedding takes time, vision, and a lot of determination. On the wedding day there are so many moving pieces that need to be managed, but you will be busy getting married and having fun! A wedding coordinator will take care of all the behind the scenes details to make sure everything is going according to plan.

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