Certified Wedding Planner Society

MAY 14, 2024

There are many differences when discussing the role of a planner versus a decorator, and it is essential that we are clear what the expectations are come event day for both roles. The major difference between a planner and a decorator really falls in the names – A planner plans and a decorator decorates – simple as that!

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Planning Pod

JULY 7, 2022

When I set out to write this blog post on event tech, my mind was living in the “during” phase of the event life cycle. Think virtual event spaces, live streaming, virtual reality…all of which are obvious hot topics and play a huge role in the direction of the events industry. Automations.

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Hello Endless Events

MAY 13, 2022

The events industry is exciting, ever-changing, and sociable. Being an event planner, event manager, or event marketer is a difficult job that demands a lot of energy and knowledge, but many of us are drawn to it because it is – above all else – rewarding. Event planning is an umbrella term.

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Peerspace

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Answered Event venues on Peerspace typically cost $50 — $350 per hour. See unique event venues Need some can’t-miss event planning tips to help you pull off your next big gathering with style and poise? Planning an event can be an incredibly stressful task for anyone — no matter your level of expertise.

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Planning Pod

JUNE 23, 2023

Whether you’re an event venue, a professional event organizer, or the de-facto event planner for your organization, creating the best experience for potential attendees can feel overwhelming—especially with event industry statistics suggesting that we’ll see the return of full in-person live events in the upcoming year.

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Planning Pod

DECEMBER 12, 2023

No matter what type of event you’re hosting, post-event surveys are your secret weapon for gathering valuable feedback from event attendees. Post-event surveys are questionnaires or feedback forms that event organizers distribute to attendees after an event. Why should you use post-event surveys?

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Planning Pod

OCTOBER 4, 2023

With event attendee expectations shifting, event organizers are on the lookout for fresh ways to create memorable experiences—and that’s where event technology can be a game-changer. Here’s everything you need to know about event technology solutions to leave a lasting impression on your attendees.

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Planning Pod

AUGUST 16, 2023

Between managing tasks, staying organized, and planning for unforeseen events, keeping up with client relationships without disrupting timelines or missing deadlines can be difficult. Ready to make your CRM for event management work for you? CRM software for event management makes your daily life easier. What is a CRM tool?

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Eventtia

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

Many organizations have been embracing events as an effective way to market their business and products/services. However, why let the opportunity of generating revenue from these events go to waste if we can do it while still effectively promoting our brand, product, service, or community? Paid or Free Event?

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Cvent: Event Marketing

APRIL 3, 2019

It’s almost expected these days that there will be times when meeting and event planners are remote. A LOT of them, and chances are you need to keep lines of communication open to succeed at your job. Luckily, remote planners can get more done than ever with the help of technology and clear processes.

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Peerspace

MARCH 3, 2024

Answered Event venues on Peerspace typically cost $50 — $250 per hour. As the largest online marketplace for hourly venue rentals, Peerspace has quickly become the internet’s number one resource for renting event spaces. So, unless your event is overnight and then some, Airbnb is not your best bet.

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By Chenai

JUNE 12, 2024

People often think planning an event is easy and glamorous – just a matter of choosing food, deciding on activities, booking entertainment and working out a colour scheme. Planning corporate events involves more than just booking a venue and selecting a menu. In this Post What is Corporate Event Planning?

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Planning Pod

APRIL 9, 2020

Here at Planning Pod , we know firsthand how hard COVID-19 has hit the events industry, including millions of event professionals, event planners and event venues. Once you establish your space, make sure to communicate to your family what that space means – especially kiddos!

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Planning Pod

AUGUST 5, 2020

While planning killer events is becoming increasingly more difficult and complicated, plenty of new tools are constantly arriving in the event management market that can keep you on track and make your working life less chaotic. 8 Essential Event Management Tools for Every Event Planner. Accounting.

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Planning Pod

JULY 27, 2022

If you are somehow engaged in event sales – whether as a salesperson, business owner or manager in the hospitality and events industry – you already know that establishing successful sales practices and habits is the #1 way to grow revenues for private, group and in-person events. source: Spotio ).

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Eventtia

JUNE 15, 2023

Events are a great way to bring people together, both to have fun and share ideas. Yet, we all know that planning and hosting an event can be easier said than done. Out of all the challenges associated with hosting an event , crafting and sending event invitations is often at the very top of the list of many event planners.

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Peerspace

APRIL 19, 2024

Having an event venue business plan is crucial to running a successful event space. If you’ve got an unforgettable space you know others will love, then your first step should be to create an event venue business plan. Read on to learn how to make an event venue business plan. Book the perfect event space.

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Techystalk

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

In this chat, we discuss some of the best tips for event planners, and some of the biggest mistakes they make! 10 Questions to Ask Before Leading a Virtual Event Hidden Gems on Zoom Sheila Fox is a clear communicator you can count on, she’s deeply connected across the Ohio political realm, events, and hospitality industries.

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Planning Pod

JULY 29, 2020

Have you ever been to an event that was a snoozer — complete with people practically racing to the coffee station between sessions? Garnering and maintaining an audience’s attention, especially during long meetings or intense conferences, is one of the major challenges event planners and meeting coordinators face.

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Hello Endless Events

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

Events are not exclusive to any industry, business, or group of people. Every year, from sports and weddings to big banks and marketing agencies, all kinds of people have events. As event professionals, they employ specific skills to plan and engage that audience. Should Event Professionals Learn HR Competencies?

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Eventtia

JUNE 28, 2023

In recent years, event management software has revolutionized the way event planners and businesses plan, manage, organize, and execute events of different types and of all sizes: from simple virtual meetings to in-person trade shows and conferences to stadium concerts. Yet, which of the two is the better choice for you?

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Planning Pod

SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

Integration is a hot term that won’t be dying down anytime soon in the event industry when it comes to attendee engagement. As more and more attendees rely on their mobile devices at events for information and communications, event organizers have been compelled to integrate the live event experience with the online experience.

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Eventtia

DECEMBER 9, 2022

Do you have a corporate event to plan but don’t know where to start? In this guide, we will discuss all you need to know about how to host a memorable corporate event with ease. Corporate events can be an effective tool for businesses, both internal (for teams) and external (i.e., Identifying event purpose and objectives.

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Eventtia

AUGUST 3, 2022

Planning an event, whether big or small, can be a complicated process. From venue renting to entertainment and refreshments to transport links everything needs to be carefully organized to ensure your event is a success. What is event budgeting? Let’s say that you are planning a corporate event.

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Eventtia

DECEMBER 11, 2021

Technology is the key to any successful hybrid event. A hybrid event, as we know, is a combination of a live, in-person event and a virtual event, and technology is important in bridging the live and virtual components, as well as facilitating the delivery of virtual components to the virtual audience.

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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. We just got to a point where we needed something more professional.

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Eventtia

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

PR professionals generate favorable publicity by managing brand communications and nurturing media relationships. PR is a vital part of event promotion. A well-executed PR campaign creates awareness, generates sales, and builds relationships with media, customers, event partners, and other stakeholders. Think local.

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Cvent: Event Marketing

DECEMBER 20, 2018

A recent survey of event planners revealed that the greatest event planning challenges often revolve around two factors: time and money. These challenges can vary, depending on the stage in the event lifecycle, as well as the key stakeholder managing that stage. Event Planning Challenges.

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Planning Pod

APRIL 14, 2020

In this episode of Quick Tips for Event Pros, we will look at one of these tactics for boosting food and beverage sales and adding more clients – namely, giving away free samples and meals to jump start your catering sales. Host tasting events for targeted prospects. Host a booth at a local event.

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Planning Pod

FEBRUARY 8, 2017

“Event security … the service everyone wants and no one wants to pay for.” ” This was one of the replies I recently received when I started a group discussion on LinkedIn about the current state of event security. Assess your event’s security risk upfront.

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Eventtia

OCTOBER 19, 2022

Promoting an event takes a lot of work. But if you don’t do it, nobody will know about your event. If you want your event to succeed, you need to put in the work. Yes — word-of-mouth marketing , or referrals, is an effective way of getting more attendees to your event. Give Discounted Prices to Groups.

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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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Cvent: Event Marketing

NOVEMBER 2, 2018

Live event programs offer event marketers a unique opportunity to create valuable and personalized experiences to further company business objectives. What Does Event Marketing Mean for You? Event marketing is an evolving role. What are Core Responsibilities of Event Marketers? What KPIs Should be Tracked?

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Planning Pod

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Plus, the idea of creating delicious dishes, serving them to clients at events, and seeing your culinary vision come to life is undoubtedly exciting. Will you cater to a niche market or provide wide-ranging catering services for larger events? Target audience : Think about the kind of events and potential clients you’d like to target.

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Event Planning

AUGUST 20, 2023

By using ChatGPT, an artificial intelligence tool, event planners can create a big advantage for themselves. In addition to saving time, creating run of show, personalizing their communication, making event brochures and marketing materials, brainstorming incredible new ideas and much more.

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Peerspace

JANUARY 1, 2024

Wondering if you can rent an Airbnb with a big backyard for events? With the internet at your fingertips, you should have little to no trouble finding an event venue with a backyard for rent. So if you’re in search of an Airbnb with a big backyard for events , read on.

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Eventtia

APRIL 19, 2023

Networking events are valuable opportunities for building professional relationships, exchanging ideas, learning from others in the field, and advancing careers. Yet, a networking event is only effective when it’s attended by the right people, or else it won’t deliver the desired results.

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