Planning Pod

MAY 2, 2020

Similarly, it has also touched practically every aspect of how we plan and manage events and, in the last decade, how we produce and broadcast events. But in the short term, there’s one glaring issue confronting many event planners: How do I get up to speed fast on planning and launching virtual events.

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Planning Pod

APRIL 29, 2020

Virtual events have been around for more than a decade now, but until the coronavirus pandemic of 2020, they were often more a novelty than a necessity for most event industry professionals. This interest has been evident in both online searches and in the demand for virtual event management software and video conferencing software.

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Planning Pod

JANUARY 12, 2021

Opening an event venue comes with a long checklist of items that must be in place for a successful launch … and chances are, as a new event space entrepreneur, you’ve probably already read a dozen or so articles that have run you through the basics. Sign up for a free trial today!

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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? potential attendees), distribution channels and pricing for the event. Why is event marketing important?

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Planning Pod

JULY 25, 2019

Summary: Learn about what event management software tools to look for. Evaluate features and read reviews of the top event planning apps. What is event management software? Event project management – For managing budgets, calendars, tasks/to-do’s, schedules/timelines, checklists, files, dashboards and reporting.

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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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Cvent: Event Marketing

APRIL 25, 2019

One great way to use social media is to source inspiration for future events. Twitter and Instagram can be used as a resource for event planners. We’ve rounded up the most common hashtags in social media for planners. Hashtags for Event Planners to Use and Look Up.

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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. Obviously, an event proposal is also important in securing sponsorships, which is often a crucial part of funding any event.

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Cvent: Event Marketing

JULY 31, 2019

An exclusive look into the world of event planners. Event planning is one of the rare jobs where no two days are the same. Each event an event planner organizes can be vastly different. That’s what makes event planning one of the world’s most stressful jobs. Before the Event.

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Planning Pod

APRIL 2, 2020

Event layouts may seem like the most ordinary of things. A relatively simple sketch of where tables, chairs, stages, furniture and other items should be placed in an event room or space. And a basic planning tool in the toolbox of most any event planner or venue manager. Yes, a lot is riding on your event layout design.

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Peerspace

APRIL 21, 2024

Answered Event venues on Peerspace typically cost $60 — $220 per hour. See unique event venues Event planning can be an overwhelming endeavor. Sure, there’s a vast array of apps and websites for event planners. Check them out and get your event up and running brilliantly. Let’s check them out!

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Planning Pod

JANUARY 17, 2017

Search the Internet for the phrase “event planning challenges” and you will find countless surveys and lists (like here and here ) that name reduced event budgets or budget cuts as one of the top challenges facing event professionals every year. Craft a unique event theme and name.

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Planning Pod

AUGUST 16, 2022

If you work in the event planning industry and have to configure and collect registrations and ticket sales via online forms, you know how quickly things can get complicated and chaotic. Planning Pod’s forms builder and event registration software make creating smooth and intuitive registration and ticketing workflows easy.

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Planning Pod

APRIL 17, 2017

It seems like every day there is a shiny new piece of event technology touted as “the next best thing” for managing event details, increasing productivity, collecting registrations and RSVPs, connecting attendees, and so on. So how do you decide when is the right time to start looking for an event technology solution?

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Cvent: Event Marketing

DECEMBER 20, 2018

How does an event planner survive event season or busy times? They take simple time management steps to make event season a little easier and run a little smoother. Below are 6 effective time management tips to assist the busy event planner. Busy event planners tend to work from sunup to sundown.

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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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Peerspace

JUNE 12, 2024

Answered Event venues on Peerspace typically cost $80 — $220 per hour. See unique event venues Are you wondering how to become an event planner to finally achieve your dream career? As the largest online marketplace for event venue rentals, we know what event planners have to go through to pull off a perfect event.

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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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Cvent: Event Marketing

DECEMBER 4, 2018

Event planning is one of the rare jobs where no two days are the same. Each event an event planner organizes can be vastly different. This is what makes event planning one of the world’s most stressful jobs. We conducted a survey specifically for event planners to try to get an inside look into their busy lives.

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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. But you can’t afford to take any shortcuts if you expect your event to be successful. Keep reading to learn how marketing automation makes event planning less of a slog.

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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. Let’s start!

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Planning Pod

APRIL 17, 2020

For most event professionals, working remotely and confined to our homes is a foreign concept (and understandably so). Events are changeable, mutable things that require us to be supremely flexible. Online Event Management Software. Most of us are hard-wired to be interacting with people constantly and, preferably, face-to-face.

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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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Planning Pod

JANUARY 10, 2021

Hotel sales, banquet and private event managers know what it’s like to work under pressure. Whether they’re responding to new prospects, following up with them for contract signatures or chasing down clients for payments or vital input for their event, there is rarely any free time in their schedule. Planning Pod can help.

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Peerspace

JUNE 13, 2024

Hiring an event photographer is one of the most important choices you’ll make in planning your event. It’s right up there with booking the best event venue, which we at Peerspace know all about. Investing in event photography might seem like a big decision, but trust us, it’s worth every penny.

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Planning Pod

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Event businesses often operate on thin margins, making it essential to your success to carefully manage costs. In this article, we’ll delve into various strategies to minimize operational costs and unnecessary expenses for your event business. If you run an event venue, you might be able to leverage bulk purchasing discounts.

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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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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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Planning Pod

JULY 10, 2023

Looking to streamline your event planning process? Event planning can be a daunting task, especially for event organizers and venues managing multiple events at once. Fortunately, event ticketing software can help create an efficient ticketing system for both organizers and ticket buyers.

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Eventtia

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

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. With hundreds of ongoing events, it can be challenging for your event to stand out. Invite the press to your PR event.

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Planning Pod

SEPTEMBER 1, 2019

Figuring out how to promote an event / function venue can be a challenge. When setting out to create an event venue marketing plan, you may be overwhelmed by the deluge of marketing ideas that pop up from a simple Google search on the topic. Others sound like they may be specific to a particular kind of function, event or venue.

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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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Eventtia

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Even with the best team, organization and expertise, an event strategy can’t succeed completely without the right event management software. However, with the great variety of options, choosing the right event management software can feel overwhelming. Gathering attendee feedback is essential for improving future events.

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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

AUGUST 19, 2019

Summary: Learn five catering sales strategies that will help you quickly and reliably grow your catering business and event group sales. But sorting through the myriad event sales strategies that are out there and then trying to decide which ones apply to your business can be quite a challenge. Leverage Social Channels.

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Planning Pod

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

With environmental concerns becoming increasingly urgent, the event planning industry has the unique opportunity to shift how we think of events and lead the way toward sustainable practices. Here’s how to plan greener events for a more sustainable future. How do you plan a sustainable event?

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