Planning Pod

AUGUST 16, 2022

From missed payments and complex registration systems, most event organizers spend endless hours following outdated processes that can lead to missed details, lost ticket sales, and miscommunication between the vendors, volunteers, attendees, and other event participants. The good news? There is a better way!

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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. Automation software can help you do all sorts of things when it comes to sharing content relating to your event. Deliver activity-based emails. Let’s face it.

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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 I thought, ‘There is no way it should take us this long to process a contract.’”.

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Planning Pod

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Types of Floorplans Architectural Floorplans Architectural floorplans provide a foundational understanding of the physical space available for an event. Site Floorplans Site floorplans go beyond architecture by providing a broader context for the event in showcasing the exterior of a venue and what surrounds it. Get started today!

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Busy Bee's Events

NOVEMBER 11, 2023

In this wedding industry, it’s so important to always look through reviews of each and every vendor, especially the wedding planner. Reviews are everything and if the vendor has less than five reviews then definitely do more research. Or a very popular question is, do you need a wedding planner?

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Planning Pod

AUGUST 20, 2024

Let’s be honest…the event industry is a passionate but sometimes anxiety-filled one. Crafting once-in-a-lifetime experiences while dealing with unpredictable challenges (weather disruptions, equipment malfunctions, and unreliable vendors) often equals intense pressure for event coordinators and wedding planners.

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The Road to Marriage

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Christine said, “Helayne was the wedding planner for my brother’s wedding and when it was my turn, I knew right away I wanted to use her services.” ” As a corporate event planner, Christine is conscientious, organized, and resourceful. Her future husband, Logan, and her adoring father, Robin.

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Eventtia

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

A comprehensive budget keeps your events spending under control while ensuring resources are allocated where they matter most. Research Vendor Costs : Get quotes from multiple vendors for each category, factoring in their reliability and reputation. Create a contact list for quick communication during the event.

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Cvent: Event Marketing

APRIL 3, 2019

It’s almost expected these days that there will be times when meeting and event planners are remote. Luckily, remote planners can get more done than ever with the help of technology and clear processes. Luckily, remote planners can get more done than ever with the help of technology and clear processes.

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Eventtia

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Whether setting up a pop-up store or planning a large-scale product launch, the right event platform facilitates all planning operations, enhances attendees’ experience, and provides invaluable data and actionable insights. However, with the great variety of options, choosing the right event management software can feel overwhelming.

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Planning Pod

JANUARY 12, 2021

Building out your processes and internal operations ahead of time is critical to generating revenue as you prepare to open your new venue. 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.

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Big Apple Bride Events

JANUARY 23, 2019

Couples planning their own wedding wear many hats and may feel overwhelmed throughout much of the process. It’s important to enjoy your engagement and focus on your relationship during this time, so our best advice is to hire a planner. Here are our top 5 reasons why hiring a wedding planner is so important for your big day.

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Peerspace

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Anyway, after that brief interlude, let’s get to our event planning tips. Tip #1: Do maintain communication between all involved parties Source: Peerspace This means knowing exactly what the venue , vendors, and decision-makers are responsible for and making sure everyone else is also on the same page.

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Planning Pod

MARCH 1, 2023

Most people have a romanticized idea of what life is like as a wedding planner, but the truth is: running a wedding planning business is hard. Professional wedding planners must juggle multiple clients, build and maintain vendor relationships, navigate rentals and decor, and stay on top of their long wedding checklists for each client.

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Eventtia

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Whether setting up a pop-up store or planning a large-scale product launch, the right event platform facilitates all planning operations, enhances attendees’ experience, and provides invaluable data and actionable insights. However, with the great variety of options, choosing the right event management software can feel overwhelming.

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Planning Pod

APRIL 12, 2023

Her social media channels often feature behind-the-scenes looks at her event planning process and wedding inspiration. BizBash – @bizbash BizBash has something valuable for literally any event pro – planners, organizers, vendors, venues, you name it.

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Planning Pod

JULY 1, 2024

Protecting your clients to protect your business The foundation: Event host liability insurance Most event insurance policies are built on a foundation of event host liability insurance. Be truthful and accurate: Any misrepresentation of facts during the claims process could seriously jeopardize your coverage.

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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

AUGUST 16, 2023

This means you won’t have to search through multiple spreadsheets to find key details about third-party vendors, catering plans, or contact information. This includes contact information, event details, and any notes or comments you’ve made about the client. Payments are also easier with Planning Pod’s CRM tool.

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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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Planning Pod

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

With more than a decade of wedding and event planning experience, Shaun freely shares his wealth of knowledge in short-form videos on TikTok , helping couples around the world plan for their big day. Shaun regularly attends these meetups to learn from and share his knowledge with other professional wedding planners. The return?

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Simply Breathe Events

MAY 10, 2023

Throughout the planning process, Alisa and Justin were the absolute SWEETEST couple and we couldn’t wait to watch their day unfold! Joseph’s in Capitol Hill Alisa and Justin’s Catholic ceremony was a beautiful event, with an atmosphere of solemnity and joy all at once. A Catholic Ceremony at St.

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Planning Pod

AUGUST 5, 2020

By starting with some of the most common frustrations of the event planning profession that we have heard from planners, we’ve paired real-life problems with real event management solutions. 8 Essential Event Management Tools for Every Event Planner. Integratable calendar app.

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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. The right system can streamline execution and post-event evaluation processes, too.

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Elegante Weddings and Events

JANUARY 2, 2024

Personal Touches: Personalized Glow Sticks, the iconic Gold Coast All Stars band that kicked off the evening’s entertainment, and the city of Chicago Skyline cake from alliance bakery , read more about our process and what makes us unique event planners here. Our Favorite Moment: The Sneakers.

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Pleasantdale Château

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Collaborating with the venue’s event planners can help tailor each detail to the desired style, ensuring the setting perfectly captures the vision. When Venues Serve Perfection The amenities and services offered by a venue can make or break the event. Also, nothing beats observing the setting with your own eyes.

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Junebug Weddings

JUNE 30, 2024

Keep scrolling to see the best UK wedding planners Whether you’re envisioning a grand castle wedding in Scotland , a chic urban affair in London , or a charming countryside ceremony in the Cotswolds, the expertise of a talented wedding planner can make all the difference. These are your ladies!” Image by Lina Dambrauskas.

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Planning Pod

JULY 13, 2022

Juggling two different tracks of events – in-house events that support their mission/audience base and private group events and rentals that help boost their revenue – can quickly become a cumbersome task that creates process gaps, continuity killers, collaboration conflict and more.

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Love Inc. Mag

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

. “We talked about ways this could become an event that really was about both of us coming together, our worlds, and reframe it so that it wasn't a goodbye event, but an event about us forging a future together with the support of our friends and families, whatever will come.”

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Planning Pod

MARCH 31, 2022

We had to learn quickly how to do 3 or 4 events or weddings a week when we were used to doing just 1 or 2,” said Andrea. To add even more pressure, the event management software Andrea depended on was in the process of a buyout and transition as the full force of the pandemic hit the hospitality industry. The kicker?

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Planning Pod

AUGUST 29, 2023

Streamlining your communication and workflow through a CRM not only elevates your client experience and shortens the event planning process, but cultivates healthy client relationships. We’ve updated our Communications tool to make managing your staff, vendor, and client communications easier and faster than ever before.

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Love Inc. Mag

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

. “We talked about ways this could become an event that really was about both of us coming together, our worlds, and reframe it so that it wasn't a goodbye event, but an event about us forging a future together with the support of our friends and families, whatever will come.”

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Eco + Ivory

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

When planning an eco-friendly event, think of ways to reduce waste in the planning process, for the event itself, and during the cleanup process. Here are some sustainable event tips and ideas, particularly if you’re hosting a sustainable Pittsburgh event: Consider working with an eco-friendly event planning guide.

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Eco + Ivory

APRIL 27, 2022

Of course, hiring a wedding planner can help you significantly cut down on the time and effort you would put into planning. This allows you to sit back and enjoy your engagement and wedding day, thus reducing the stress of the wedding planning process. Achieve more with the design of the event Eco-friendly is not really a theme.

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Planning Pod

AUGUST 8, 2022

Still, despite major advancements in technology and a growing expectation of instantaneous, online access, it’s not uncommon to find a catering company still relying on old-school paper and processes for their event management solution. Solution: Central hub for communications with clients, vendors, and back-of-house staff.

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Simply Breathe Events

MAY 3, 2023

Both on their wedding day and throughout the planning process! VIRGINIA WEDDING VENDORS Wedding Planner: Simply Breathe Events Photographer: Maddy Williams Photography Wedding Venue: Fleetwood Farm Winery Florist: Rocking Bird Flower Co.

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Planning Pod

JULY 25, 2019

Before we take an in-depth look at some of the best event management software on the market today, let’s look at the basics of what event management software is, its benefits and how you would go about choosing from the many options available. What is event management software? No more time-consuming manual processes.

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