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Brianne’s Story of Survival & How To Prepare For Unexpected Circumstances

Certified Wedding Planner Society

The wonderfully trained lifeguards provided CPR until the emergency services arrived and transported me to the hospital. Less than 8% survive a Sudden Cardiac Arrest if they are not already in the hospital. I spent almost a week in the hospital before they sent me home with an external defibrillator vest as a safety measure.

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How the events, hospitality and restaurant industry can tackle labor shortages with technology

Planning Pod

This has especially been the case for businesses in the events, hospitality and restaurant industries, which have suffered much more than others when it comes to staffing shortages and employee retention for both management and service workers. Another says that 59% of hospitality and food service staff won’t be coming back.

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25 Powerful Event Sales Techniques for Venues and Planners

Planning Pod

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. Always schedule calls and appointments in 30-min.

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Wedding venue management software: How we saved Hidden Barn Venue from spreadsheet paralysis and saved them 62 hours a month

Planning Pod

In addition to her position as a wedding planner at Hidden Barn Venue, she also holds down a full-time day job as a project manager at a local hospital, where her focus is on organization. “I’m I wish I could consult with other venues to add an event planner to the mix because the pros really outweigh the cons,” Michelle said.

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How to Start an Event Venue Business: Two Experts Share 20 Secrets for Opening an Event Space

Planning Pod

Before scheduling your first customer walkthrough or booking your first party, make sure your pricing is dialed in properly. If you’re not an expert on facility safety, hire a consultant, because if you don’t get this right it will bite you in the bum faster than anything else.”. Are you charging too much?

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Honeybook vs Dubsado vs Planning Pod vs 17hats – Event Business Management Software Competitors, Alternatives & Pricing

Planning Pod

We built Planning Pod for busy event professionals and business owners who run event- and hospitality-related businesses of all sizes, including: Event planners Wedding planners Event management firms Event venues and spaces Small hotels, B&Bs and restaurants. Planning Pod. Who Is It For. Rates as low as 2.39% + $0.29

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Wedding Industry Conferences: Which One Should I Attend?

OFD Consulting

Their tradeshow highlights a diverse array of brands, but really, the main focus is on “speed networking” that allows planners to network with tourism boards and hospitality pros. The education is geared towards a mix of levels and you’ll have ample time prior to the conferences to map out your schedule.