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Chic and Playful Wedding at the Groom’s Family Farm in Sonoma

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My amazing wedding planner Sarah from Kate Whelan Events managed all the decor. Chelle | Event Planning: Kate Whelan Events | Floral Design: Max Gill | Wedding Dress: Anne Barge | Wedding Shoes: Nodaleto | Bridesmaids' Dresses: Nicholas the Label | Catering: Ceci’s Gastronomia | Lighting: Illuminate Events Inc. |

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9 Proven Steps for Planning Successful Events

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But in our many years of planning events (and helping thousands of other event managers plan theirs through our event management software ), we have found that those three qualities – focus, preparation, diligence – are necessary traits in event organizers and team members if you are going to come close to planning a killer event.

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Event insurance made easy: A comprehensive guide to different types of coverage

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In the fast-paced world of event management, even the most meticulous plans can go awry. Enter event insurance, which acts as a safety net to protect both your clients and your business. Inland marine: This protects valuable equipment you use or rent for events. Learn more today! Learn more today!

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21 Tips for More Sustainable Event Planning

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When it comes to sustainable event planning, it’s essential to consider your event’s energy efficiency, waste reduction and recycling, sustainable transportation options, its contribution to carbon emissions, and the conservation of water resources. Here’s how vendor choices can help you plan more sustainable events.

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Minimizing operational costs and unnecessary expenses for event businesses

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Planning Pod’s end-to-end event management solution saves thousands of event businesses 62+ hours of busywork each month, dramatically increasing efficiency and reducing costs organization-wide. And let’s not forget about optimizing transportation and logistics to save money. Get started today!

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Banquet Event Orders – How to Create and Use a BEO

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Summary: Learn what goes into a banquet event order and how they are used. Understand why BEOs are vital to the success of most events and download a free BEO template. There are hundreds and hundreds of details involved in proper event management and planning. Parking/Transportation. Pricing Summary.

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Corporate Event Booking in Austin, TX

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How to Choose the Right Venue Selecting the right corporate event venue in Austin depends on several important factors that need careful thought. The proximity to major highways, airports, and public transportation is a vital part of venue selection. This permit completes your booking and gives official authorization for the event.