Planning Pod

JULY 25, 2019

Event management software applications are usually equipped with one or more of the following sets of features: Attendee management – For managing attendee and guest lists , attendee contact information, meal and session choices, travel/room details, name badging and event check-in. Improved logistics management.

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Event Management Management Social Media Communication 112

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. CMM (Certified Meeting Management) by MPI.

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Problem Solving Event Management Government Management 111

Peerspace

APRIL 21, 2024

Sure, there’s a vast array of apps and websites for event planners. Therefore, we compiled this helpful list of websites for event planners to get you moving and ensure that your event is a success. Check them out and get your event up and running brilliantly. They have event planners, too.

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Planning Pod

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

Staying on top of communicating with clients and prospects without letting anything slip through the cracks. Client portals where your clients can log in to view and sign proposals and contracts; view and pay invoices; track tasks assigned to them; and fill out forms to provide you with additional information regarding their event.

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Eventtia

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

An event proposal can have various different purposes: securing sponsorships, getting a client as an event planner, getting buy-ins from stakeholders and higher-ups, and so on. In short, an internal event proposal. Event planner agencies to win clients over. Marketing and communication departments.

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Planning Pod

JULY 7, 2022

In this article, I’ll give a high-level overview of how different types of event technology trends serve event planners or businesses and apply to the entire life cycle of any event. Event and venue management software. Customer relationship management is a must for any event professional. Automations.

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Carissa Kruse Weddings

OCTOBER 6, 2023

You keep on asking what does it take to become a wedding planner. The short answer is reaching out to experienced event planners. I will try to make it more specific with actual steps and tips that you can follow to become a wedding planner. Follow them on social media. Haha, that’s very vague, I know.

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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. Sign up for a free trial today! Michael Hallford, CEO of Kitmo Venues; Dianne Kohler, CEO of Camrose Regional Exhibition. #1

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Planning Pod

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

You can invite unlimited users – including staff, contractors, vendors and event planners – into your account and assign them to user groups where you control the permissions of what tools and functions they can access. Booking calendars that make it easy to track bookings … and hard to double book events.

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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. These displays can show real-time event information, interactive maps, and even user-generated content from social media.

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Planning Pod

FEBRUARY 8, 2017

The things to consider when assessing event security risk include the organization that is hosting or promoting the event; the content or context of the event; the key individuals speaking at or attending the event; and the exhibitors or sponsors related to the event. Lock down the event WiFi.

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Planning Pod

AUGUST 16, 2023

Some key features of modern CRM tools that would best serve event professionals include: Intuitive attendee management. By collecting data on attendees, you can create targeted marketing campaigns and personalized communications. In turn, you’ll drive higher attendance rates and greater engagement during the event.

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Event Management Management Social Media Communication 78

Joy

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

The awards celebrate excellence in these categories: Best New Corporate Event Venue Most Innovative Space Design Outstanding Technical Infrastructure Excellence in Corporate Event Services Sustainable Venue Operations So, these accolades help event planners find top-tier venues that meet strict quality standards.

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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. What is event marketing? Implementing marketing tactics (email, social media, PR, etc.) Attendance of sub-events/sessions.

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Planning Pod

JULY 27, 2022

To that end, we have assembled a list of 25 (+2) proven event sales techniques and strategies from seasoned pros that you can implement quickly to boost your lead generation, qualifying and close rates. And, yes, these can definitely help in this post-pandemic sales world of Zoom meetings and electronic communications.

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Planning Pod

DECEMBER 12, 2023

What’s more, gathering feedback on a regular basis enables you to make more data-driven decisions for future events. 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.

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Planning Pod

JULY 7, 2020

Share everything from the catering menu to banquet event order to special requests in a quick email. Digital files also make it easy to send the same document to multiple people like hosts, their event planners and your venue staff. Guests not only want to be wowed when they attend an event, they expect it.

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Procession Management Electronics Social Media 109

Planning Pod

SEPTEMBER 23, 2019

A corporate event planner looking to provide meals for an onsite training event will have one set of needs; a couple looking to feed their wedding guests (or looking for the right wedding venue or the right place to hold the reception) will have very different needs. Nurture Your Leads with Frequent, Timely Communications.

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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

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. That’s 62+ hours you can put into servicing your clients and providing them with exceptional events they’ll rave about.

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Event Management Management Electronics Scheduling 148

Eventtia

JUNE 28, 2022

The average event planner has a lot on their plate. But you can’t afford to take any shortcuts if you expect your event to be successful. Event marketing automation can help you cut back on the amount of repetitive and error-prone work you need to do. Schedule your social media posts.

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Planning Pod

JULY 25, 2019

Event management software applications are usually equipped with one or more of the following sets of features: Attendee management – For managing attendee and guest lists , attendee contact information, meal and session choices, travel/room details, name badging and event check-in. Improved logistics management.

Event Management 60

Event Management Management Social Media Communication 60

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. Here’s how to plan greener events for a more sustainable future. How do you plan a sustainable event?

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Transportation Management Communication Event Management 89

Planning Pod

OCTOBER 2, 2024

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. Operational costs If you’re looking for a simple yet effective way to cut costs, look no further than reducing energy consumption at your events.

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Planning Pod

APRIL 17, 2017

“If your attendees are primarily Millennials, they are going to want technology throughout the event with features like social media walls and charging stations.” “And more than ever, event planners are required to create content marketing strategies that encapsulate ROI, metrics, video capture and more.”

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Planning Pod

MARCH 31, 2022

Whether they lack the communications tools, or the ability to have all the team members looped in, a lot of the event management platforms out there aren’t geared specifically for venues,” said Andrea. Without up-to-date event and business details at the ready, any venue team is fighting an uphill battle to grow as a business.

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Event Planning

SEPTEMBER 17, 2022

These are methods that are not discussed on any other event planning sites so get out your notebooks and write down your favorite methods! There are ways to communicate these messages to them without being overly salesy. Once you reach out to your inner circle, you can launch a social media outreach campaign.

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Planning Pod

JULY 10, 2023

Event managers and venues can easily add images, videos, schedules, maps, brand logos, and more—with no technical skills required. Ultimately, branded event marketing materials can help you boost social media engagement and shares. Some event ticketing platforms also offer integrations with Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.

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Busy Bee's Events

NOVEMBER 11, 2023

I had a past client say that they had luck finding vendors also on social media group forums so definitely check into that! I made this ebook as an educational tool to assist with the wedding planning process, not to take the place of a wedding planner. Do you consider yourself an event designer or event planner?

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Eventtia

DECEMBER 11, 2021

Technology can facilitate a successful hybrid event in many different aspects: handling event registration, managing social media activities, facilitating a virtual event, live streaming, mobile apps, and so on. Event Technology Enhancing Experience. Why do we need event technology in the first place?

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Planning Pod

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Start by describing your website and social media strategy to build an online presence. From there, explain how you plan to build relationships with event planners, event venues, and potential clients (i.e., Handle legal terms and agreements: Easily create and store agreements, proposals, and invoices for each event.

Catering 89

Catering Management Scheduling Communication 89

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. Most venue managers, event planners, hoteliers and restaurateurs have already been adjusting their business plans on a weekly or monthly basis during the pandemic.

Hospitality 89

Hospitality Management Communication Procession 89

Peerspace

DECEMBER 12, 2024

And youll get to take advantage of direct communication with the host to help plan logistics and ask any questions that may arise. “ And a video producer has this to say about the venue: “ Patta was a great host, clear and very prompt communication. Michelle and her team were professional responsive and very communicative.

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IT Communication Collaboration Social Media 98

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.

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Eventtia

APRIL 28, 2022

In event planning, this shouldn’t be an issue since the D-day of the event will be the goal’s deadline. Here are some goal examples for hybrid events: Reaching new audiences from a new demographic group. Emphasize the hybrid format in your marketing materials. Social proof. Optimized subject line.

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Planning Pod

JANUARY 28, 2021

One of Dianne’s most significant challenges in turning around the event space was streamlining its underperforming systems and eliminating process gaps that increased the possibility of information getting lost, buried or not updated properly (and increasing the risk of double bookings to boot). We had an event management system.

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Peerspace

MARCH 15, 2024

We so appreciate his communication and responsiveness. We hosted a networking event and his place definitely turned our event up a few notched. While we think all of the venues on this list are spectacular, there are still plenty more Houston event spaces for you to discover on Peerspace.

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