Planning Pod

APRIL 12, 2020

Successful events hinge on many things , but having a responsive, dedicated team is right at the top. Most events can be effectively executed by having one or a few primary event planners and then supporting staff that is either in-house or contracted out.

Social Media 206

Social Media Insurance Media Management 206

Planning Pod

JULY 25, 2019

Design and seating – For building and tracking event floorplans, space or room layouts, production and logistics planning, and assigned seating arrangements. Event project management – For managing budgets, calendars, tasks/to-do’s, schedules/timelines, checklists, files, dashboards and reporting. Social Tables.

Event Management 112

Event Management Management Social Media Communication 112

Planning Pod

SEPTEMBER 14, 2020

Notifications and alerts for when there are scheduling conflicts. Because nobody is perfect and bad/inaccurate information can be introduced into even the best closed systems, the system you use should have a real-time notification trigger if the information being entered conflicts with a currently scheduled event or booking.

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Management Electronics Procession Event Management 78

Planning Pod

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

Build colorful, detailed event proposals with unlimited line items, categories, image galleries and pricing details as well as detailed banquet event orders that pull related data from other areas of the application. Create online legal contracts and track electronic signatures with contract management tools.

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Management Wedding Venue Event Management Communication 148

Planning Pod

MARCH 24, 2021

Online Electronic Signatures. 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.

Management 78

Management Electronics Scheduling Event Management 78

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.

Hospitality 103

Hospitality Management Event Management Social Media 103

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.

Event Management 78

Event Management Management Communication Procession 78

Planning Pod

FEBRUARY 12, 2021

Electronic Signature Capture. This includes the ability to schedule followup reminders and send/receive email communications with prospects so you can quickly increase your event / group sales and private dining bookings. Customizable Lead Intake Webform (for Your Website). Additional Fee. Additional Fee ($24/month).

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Management Electronics Event Management Floor Plan 78

Planning Pod

AUGUST 16, 2023

You can use your event management CRM to create a schedule for the event, including session times and speaker information, which can be easily shared with others to keep everyone informed and on schedule. The client will receive, review, and sign off electronically, keeping the process smooth and effortless on both ends.

Event Management 78

Event Management Management Social Media Communication 78

Planning Pod

AUGUST 8, 2022

Implementing Planning Pod has provided Norton and his team with an easy-to-access, centralized place that houses every detail of an event, from menu items and food costing to staff scheduling and updates or changes. Banquet Event Order (BEO). It also makes it easier to organize installment plans for clients.

Catering 78

Catering IT Electronics Management 78

Planning Pod

FEBRUARY 5, 2021

Brandee Gaar, who runs her own wedding planning firm called Blush by Brandee Gaar as well as her own business consultancy for wedding planners , understands the frustrations of working from multiple business and project management tools and free apps. “We Then send it to your clients to quickly collect their electronic signatures.

Procession 78

Procession Wedding Planner Wedding Planning Electronics 78

Planning Pod

JANUARY 28, 2021

Some of the specific event booking and CRM tools Dianne loves include… The venue booking calendar is a central team calendar where the entire event planning team can view booked events as well as holds, leads, payment dates and appointments or walkthroughs. The data and knowledge must stay with the organization.”.

Management 88

Management Electronics Event Management Communication 88

Planning Pod

JULY 9, 2021

Online Electronic Signatures. Planning Pod is the perfect event management platform for wedding pros, whether you are an event planner or manage a wedding venue. In fact, the first version of our product created in 2007 was wedding planning software for couples and planners. Proposals & Contracts.

Wedding Planning 78

Wedding Planning Management RSVP Floor Plan 78

Planning Pod

JULY 13, 2022

That’s not even including emails and all the electronic files and binders we used to try to keep tabs on everything,” says Laura. This disconnected system of stand-alone applications, tools, manual processes, personal notes and files created gaps in the event booking process. “I It just became way too much to handle.”.

Private Events 78

Private Events Event Management Management Scheduling 78

Planning Pod

OCTOBER 2, 2023

From there, explain how you plan to build relationships with event planners, event venues, and potential clients (i.e., Pricing and payment terms: These terms clearly define your pricing, payment schedule, food costs, and any deposit requirements. word-of-mouth marketing, referrals, digital marketing).

Catering 88

Catering Management Scheduling Communication 88

Planning Pod

AUGUST 12, 2019

In fact, there are a handful of critical details that every person involved in producing the event must have at their fingertips – from the venue staff and managers, event planners and outside vendors to the clients themselves. What Details Are in a Banquet Event Order? Order of Events Timeline.

Electronics 60

Electronics Catering Management Communication 60

Planning Pod

APRIL 17, 2020

Even if you aren’t having any events right now or in the short-term, events will certainly come back, and there will probably be increased demand with everyone (and I mean EVERYONE) wanting to make up for all that lost interaction and face time (literal face time, that is).

Management 146

Management Communication Social Media Government 146

Planning Pod

MARCH 1, 2023

According to Shaun, being able to manage all of the details and logistics of each of your client’s weddings is the differentiator between a good wedding planner and an unsuccessful one. Whether you’re planning just a handful of weddings or have a booked calendar, it’s crucial to have a good process and tools to keep you on schedule.

Wedding Planning 78

Wedding Planning Pinterest Management Collaboration 78

Planning Pod

JULY 25, 2019

Design and seating – For building and tracking event floorplans, space or room layouts, production and logistics planning, and assigned seating arrangements. Event project management – For managing budgets, calendars, tasks/to-do’s, schedules/timelines, checklists, files, dashboards and reporting. Social Tables.

Event Management 60

Event Management Management Social Media Communication 60

Planning Pod

MARCH 10, 2022

(We here at Planning Pod can relate as we have also had our own double-whammy of staffing challenges being a software company in the events, hospitality and restaurant industry.). 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 88

Hospitality Management Communication Procession 88

Planning Pod

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

Planning Pod is an all-in-one software built specifically for venue owners and event planners to help you run a smooth, professional operation while giving you back hours of time each week. The software allows you to create, edit, and manage bookings from any electronic device. Once your bookings grow, so can your staff.

Wedding Venue 78

Wedding Venue Social Media Management Vendor 78

JoAnn Moore

AUGUST 17, 2022

Rather than contributing to more paper waste, consider using online services like GreenVelope , Evite , or Paperless Post to send out your wedding invitations electronically. JoAnn Moore had been recognized by the likes of Martha Stewart for being an eco-friendly wedding and event planner.

Electronics 52

Electronics Wedding Planner Wedding Favors Utilities 52

Eventtia

DECEMBER 11, 2021

Why do we need event technology in the first place? Ultimately, it’s about providing a better experience for everyone involved in planning, managing, and hosting the event. This includes event planners, event team, volunteers, attendees, vendors, and sponsors, among other parties.

Social Media 62

Social Media Management Event Management Collaboration 62

Eventtia

JANUARY 20, 2023

Features Attendee Management Attendee Tracking and Reporting Badge Management Budgeting/Forecasting Attendee Profiles Customizable Branding Email Marketing API CRM Electronic Payments Online Registration Vendor Management Pricing: Starts at $2,950 per year, though it has a free plan and a free trial.

Event Management 48

Event Management Social Media Management Vendor Management 48

Eventtia

JANUARY 20, 2023

Features Attendee Management Attendee Tracking and Reporting Badge Management Budgeting/Forecasting Attendee Profiles Customizable Branding Email Marketing API CRM Electronic Payments Online Registration Vendor Management Pricing: Starts at $2,950 per year, though it has a free plan and a free trial.

Event Management 48

Event Management Social Media Management Vendor Management 48

Planning Pod

APRIL 29, 2020

So let’s take a look at what virtual events are and some common examples followed by important virtual event tips that can help you prepare to launch a successful online event on your own. Key Technology Elements of Virtual Events. event schedules, videos, registration/RSVP forms and more. Webinar software.

Social Media 180

Social Media Communication Electronics Scheduling 180

Planning Pod

AUGUST 24, 2019

One mistake that some event planners and event marketers make at this point is to put the cart before the horse and start creating/planning your event before you identify and properly define your target audience. What does their schedule look like and how flexible is it? Event Hashtag.

Social Media 131

Social Media Media Pinterest Engineering 131

Planning Pod

AUGUST 24, 2019

One mistake that some event planners and event marketers make at this point is to put the cart before the horse and start creating/planning your event before you identify and properly define your target audience. What does their schedule look like and how flexible is it? Event Hashtag.

Social Media 60

Social Media Media Pinterest Engineering 60

Joy

OCTOBER 28, 2024

Planning a corporate event involves a lot of work: budgeting, catering, scheduling, entertainment, and, more importantly, venue selection. Hosting a corporate event or an offsite at the right venue can make or break your gathering. Establish a Timeline Do you have a date yet for your next event?

Procession 52

Procession Transportation Scheduling Electronics 52