Planning Pod

AUGUST 20, 2024

Crafting once-in-a-lifetime experiences while dealing with unpredictable challenges (weather disruptions, equipment malfunctions, and unreliable vendors) often equals intense pressure for event coordinators and wedding planners. Let’s be honest…the event industry is a passionate but sometimes anxiety-filled one. But never fear!

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Big Apple Bride Events

MAY 10, 2017

Choosing the right caterer for your wedding is a crucial step in the wedding planning process. Some venues have their own in house caterer, but other venues, particularly raw spaces, allow you to bring in your own caterer. So hiring a caterer who not only serves delicious food, but who also understands your expectations is key.

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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. Local vendors can help reduce costs by 20%. Look for venues with flexible layouts that adapt to different event formats.

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Planning Pod

FEBRUARY 8, 2017

In fact, we often approach it much like we do insurance. And the risk of getting it wrong is exponentially greater than choosing the wrong caterer or not having enough chairs. ” Planning Pod offers 30+ tools to manage every aspect of your events, including event security vendors, password-protected registrations and check-ins.

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Joy

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Several factors can also impact your overall wedding costs, including: Location : City weddings often command higher prices for venues and vendors because of increased demand and overhead costs. Season: Peak wedding months (like June and October) often come with higher prices for venues and vendors.

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Brilliant Event Planning

JULY 21, 2020

Outdoor Events and weddings : No more than 50 guests Other Event and Wedding restrictions : Must maintain social distancing rules and caterer must follow all food restrictions , which differ by county. Outdoor Events and weddings : Limited to 50 people, unless you have a licensed caterer. This number includes staff/vendors.

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Eventtia

JUNE 2, 2023

Some of the critical elements you should include in your budget are: Venue: both the rental cost and required insurance. Catering: all costs related to food and beverage Decoration: pretty self-explanatory Entertainment: speakers, talents, performers, exhibitors, and so on. For virtual events, you can skip this.

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Planning Pod

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

They knew the logistics of the catering to the banquet hall, like how close it needed to be. Andrea has helped build her following by connecting with vendors who shared her style. Building relationships with prospective clients and other vendors is a great way to grow your business. Working with vendors.

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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.) sharing the event on their social networks) Finalize paperwork. Securing event sponsorships.

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Peerspace

APRIL 19, 2024

On top of that, there’s a special Peerspace Host insurance policy to give you added peace of mind. The policy offers $1 million in liability insurance for hosts. If you can offer up some special services, like a list of preferred vendors, on-site catering, A/V equipment, and furniture, you can attract more renters.

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LLG Events

JANUARY 18, 2023

Of course, many aspects can fluctuate based on the number of guests, time of year, the vendors you want to invest in and what’s been on everyone’s mind; inflation. Our rating system provides a point of comparison between vendors and allows our clients to evaluate our vendors while determining which vendors to prioritize.

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Peerspace

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Look into permits and insurance Supply the beverage accouterments Looking for BYOB wedding venues ? A lot of venues require that you contract with a caterer, usually an in-house crew or a trusted external vendor. Insurance for a private, single-day event can range from $100 to several hundred dollars. Just ask the host.

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The Wedding Planner LA

APRIL 22, 2020

They are there for everything: design, budgeting, pacing planning, vendor research & selection, and, of course, they’re there to ensure your wedding reflects YOU! They plan your wedding, either for you or along side you depending on the professional and the level of support you require/prefer.

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Eventtia

APRIL 18, 2022

Whether you can serve alcohol, accessibility concerns, whether you’ll need to get additional insurance, can you bring your own catering, etc. Identify other vendors that may have dependencies with your venue choices (i.e., catering) and secure the details. Sign contract with venue and vendors. License/permit.

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Lovely Day Events

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

Sonoma and Napa Wedding Vendor Prices (roughly) Sonoma And Nana Wedding Venue Prices The wedding venue is usually one of the first pieces that a couple of books. Whereas many resorts include catering, tables, chairs, linens, and glassware. Catering is another cost that can vary depending on many factors.

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Ebeling Events

MAY 27, 2020

We have been on calls, webinars, partnering with other vendors including other event planners, reading updates from the city, county, state, CDC and WHO all while homeschooling my kids. But do you know what to look for in their contracts that will protect you and insure you will have a vendor who can deliver on your wedding day?

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The Wedding Planner LA

MAY 19, 2020

Common items include ground coverings to go beneath the caterer, fire extinguishers, adequate trash receptacles, and display equipment so no permanent measures are taken to display decor or lighting (i.e. Venues typically have a set beginning and ending time that vendors will have access to a space. Is there a source of drinking water?

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Eventtia

MAY 11, 2022

If necessary, purchase event insurance (or specific weather insurance) that will protect you in case the event gets canceled or postponed due to weather. The insurance can help you in refunding purchased tickets, among other potential issues. Plan for extreme weather. Establish Your Event Budget As Early as Possible.

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Planning Pod

FEBRUARY 8, 2017

In fact, we often approach it much like we do insurance. And the risk of getting it wrong is exponentially greater than choosing the wrong caterer or not having enough chairs. We know we need it but tend not to invest enough in it, and if disaster strikes we find ourselves woefully lacking and unprepared.

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Peerspace

APRIL 18, 2024

Between our platform that offers you access to any type of event venue by the hour and our local hosts, who can assist with event-planning extras like catering and equipment, Peerspace makes it easy to throw incredible events. For example, if you require catering for your event, it’s taken care of when you rent.

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The Wedding Planner LA

MAY 8, 2020

Locking in a venue will solidify your wedding date & location, provide you with insight into what other vendors you will need, and allow you to manage how the rest of your wedding budget is allocated. You will still need to find vendors like your coordinator, photographer, videographer, florist, DJ, hair and makeup teams, officiant, etc.

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Willmus Weddings

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

The venue has a list of approved caterers who offer a variety of menu options, including hors d'oeuvres, buffet-style meals, and plated dinners. You can trust their caterers to provide you and your guests with a memorable culinary experience. You can rent the property on Fridays and Saturdays.

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P3 Events

JULY 14, 2024

Because when you do, it becomes a whole lot easier to make decisions, including booking your wedding vendors. Midcentury Manor allows you to hire your own caterers and bartenders (who need to be licensed and insured, of course) and their staff is excellent. No, your number doesn’t have to match the national average.

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Eventtia

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Recognize who your event caters to. Ensure adequate insurance. They’ll often be the point of contact for vendors, stakeholders, and customers. Focus on venue, catering, and logistics From the venue’s ambiance to the catering items, each aspect needs careful planning and meticulous execution. Decide on the menu.

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Ponderosa Planning

AUGUST 22, 2023

Consider it an insurance policy on all the other money you’ll spend! If your space does not have a large enough kitchen, the catering staff will need their own tent. Instead, hire professionals to handle all time-sensitive elements like chilling and serving beverages, directing parking, setting tables, and directing the caterer.

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The Wedding Planner LA

MAY 19, 2020

They are the liaison between you, your vendors, your timeline, and the guests. Not to be confused with a coordinator, who communicates between you and your vendors to make sure everything is running smoothly and on time, an MC communicates between the coordinator and guests to keep everyone informed of what will happen next.

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Eventtia

JANUARY 11, 2022

In turn, this will translate into reduced costs on venue rental (since we no longer need to rent a spacious venue), as well as catering and other related costs. You’ll need to design a hybrid event that caters to these ideal audiences’ needs and preferences, and so we’ll move on to the next step. Easier evaluation and analytics.

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Eventtia

APRIL 20, 2022

catering.) Can you bring in outside catering (and if there’s an extra charge for doing so)? Or must you stick with the in-house catering? Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the big buffet is no longer the preferred style of catering at the moment, and boxed meals are typically preferred due to health and safety concerns.

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Peerspace

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

For instance, a quinceañera room rental can include seating and tables, decor, and even catering packages. And remember, through your Peerspace venue’s host, you can streamline the process and save yourself the added planning stress of juggling multiple vendors. It doesn’t get much better than that!

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Eventtia

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

Physical: physical events are typically more costly than their virtual counterparts, mainly due to the substantial venue rental cost and subsequent costs like catering, furniture rental, and insurance, among others.

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Eventtia

MARCH 14, 2022

Large, in-person events naturally create more carbon footprints: you’ll use more plastic for catering and more paper for printed signage and promotional materials. You’ll have more vendor options to choose from and more time to compare different vendors to ensure you are getting the best possible deals. Start early.

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Eventtia

DECEMBER 16, 2021

The high-level items can vary depending on the type and size of your hybrid event, but you should include at least the following items: Venue rental (including additional costs like insurance required, etc.) Event technology ( event registration software , event management solution , virtual event platform, etc. )

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Michigan Wedding Planner

DECEMBER 13, 2024

Make sure the schedule accounts for bathroom breaks, vendor chats, and unexpected grandma slow dances. Wedding Insurance Look, I know what youre thinking: Insurance? Is that like insuring your morning coffee? Youll breathe easier knowing someones got your back while youre busy, you know, getting married. For a wedding?

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Eventtia

MAY 16, 2022

Are you currently planning an event but are not sure about whether you should get event insurance? Without further ado, let us begin with the basics: what is event insurance? What is Event Insurance? Event insurance is an umbrella term covering all kinds of insurance that provides liability coverage for an event.

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The Wedding Planner LA

MAY 8, 2020

Follow this guide to feel confident in the wedding caterer you select! This guide is divided into 3 sections: Things to consider when researching caterers Questions to ask prior to booking a caterer Maximizing catering services Things to consider when researching caterers There is a lot of variation in catering packages.

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Just Marry!

JUNE 14, 2024

If you’re going to hire any professionals at all, such as a photographer, videographer, florist, or caterer, then, yes–you should 100% hire a proposal planner. Do I need an Orlando proposal planner? This depends entirely on what you envision! That’s what we’re here for!

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Peerspace

MARCH 3, 2025

pieces of your wedding is the catering. Whether youre picturing a full banquet, chic food stations, or cozy sharing platters, knowing what to ask your caterer can make all the difference. This guide will walk you through the process, from understanding your needs to browsing unique catering styles.

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