Planning Pod

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Planning an event can be exhilarating, but when it comes to logistics like payment processing, it can start to feel overwhelming. With so many online payment tools available to choose from, how can you choose the best event payment processing tool for your business? What are event payment processing systems?

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Planning Pod

AUGUST 5, 2020

While planning killer events is becoming increasingly more difficult and complicated, plenty of new tools are constantly arriving in the event management market that can keep you on track and make your working life less chaotic. 8 Essential Event Management Tools for Every Event Planner. Sign up here to try it out.

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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. Everything was a struggle.”.

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Planning Pod

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Standard features Perks that can make a big difference Picture this: It’s the next day after having worked an event late into the night before. Much to your chagrin, an unexpectedly large processing fee shows up in your account activity. ACH payments are processed in batches, so they take longer to complete than credit card payments.

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Peerspace

MARCH 18, 2025

Music sets the tone for your event, whether its a wedding, corporate function, or milestone celebration. The Expert: Chanel Nicole – Peerspace ambassador, and graduate of SAE Institute Chicago in Audio Engineering and Music Business, who brings a wealth of expertise to the art of event sound design.

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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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Planning Pod

SEPTEMBER 17, 2019

Summary: Learn about the top event floor plan software applications used by event professionals. Understand what to look for in these event design tools. Event floor plan designs have been a fact of life in the events industry for decades, and for a few good reasons. Automation and time savings.

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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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Hello Endless Events

FEBRUARY 7, 2019

Today’s event planners rely on technology to get the job done. No matter if you’re managing multiple tasks related to an event, keeping your team in order, or communicating with clients, you’ll likely use a digital project management tool. There’s not one perfect tool for every event. Forget the pen and paper. Image via Trello.

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Joy

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

The Austin Convention Center can host almost 8,000 people at once, making it the city’s largest corporate event venue. With 54 meeting rooms, this venue stands out as one of Austin’s most versatile spaces for corporate events. The central Texas location will give a smooth travel experience to all your event attendees.

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Villa Tuscana Events

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Why Choosing the Right Reception Hall Matters Choosing the perfect venue is one of the most important decisions when planning an event. From ambiance and amenities to location and services, the right reception hall can elevate your event from memorable to truly extraordinary.

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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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Willmus Weddings

MARCH 4, 2025

All-Inclusive Package To make your planning process as smooth as possible, Jeune Perche offers an all-inclusive package that covers everything from elegant furniture and chandeliers to draping and catering essentials. The estate offers covered areas and tenting options to ensure a seamless event. What happens if it rains?

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Eventtia

MAY 11, 2022

One of the biggest challenges when running an event is the planning stage: even organizing a fairly small and seemingly simple event can be a very challenging task with all the different details to consider and adjust. First, decide on a primary goal for the event. Sell more of your products/services during the event.

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Eventtia

JANUARY 15, 2025

Lets be honest: planning an event can feel like a big risk. You book the venue, organize speakers, send out tons of invitationsand then sit back, wondering, What is event marketing really doing for my brand? In this post, Ill break event marketing down into simple steps so you can plan successful events that get great results.

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Eventtia

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

As brands search for innovative ways to interact with their audiences, SMS for events and retail experiences has emerged as one of the main channels for high customer engagement. Next, we’ll discuss ways to leverage SMS communication for events and retail experiences.

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Shubh Muhurat Luxury Weddings

MARCH 16, 2025

Today professional wedding planners receive welcome acceptance to assist couples and their families organise enjoyable and stress-free events. To distinguish truth from falsity we need to begin the process. The service includes consulting with couples to plan their event while leaving the full execution to the clients.

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Event Planning

AUGUST 20, 2023

By using ChatGPT, an artificial intelligence tool, event planners can create a big advantage for themselves. In addition to saving time, creating run of show, personalizing their communication, making event brochures and marketing materials, brainstorming incredible new ideas and much more. Why Use ChatGPT in Event Planning?

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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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Eventtia

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Event management is more than just planning events; it’s about creating memorable, engaging experiences that align with an organization’s goals. In this article, we’ll dive into the core aspects of event management, practical strategies, and the latest technology solutions shaping the future of events.

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Villa Tuscana Events

APRIL 9, 2025

These little-known details can have a big impact on how well everything goes and how memorable the event is for everyone. Ceremony Songs That Set the Stage The event’s music should feel unified and significant as it plays during the processional, as guests arrive, and during the ceremony.

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Planning Pod

AUGUST 12, 2019

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. What Is a Banquet Event Order?

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Planning Pod

AUGUST 20, 2024

In the fast-paced world of events and venues, first impressions matter. A smooth and efficient onboarding process builds trust and reduces stress during planning stages for both you and your clients, and ultimately ensures successful execution of their event. Learn more today!

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Planning Pod

FEBRUARY 5, 2021

Contrary to popular belief, running a wedding planning business isn’t just one job … it’s really three: 1) running a business, 2) managing clients and 3) planning weddings and events. I had been a corporate event planner prior to that, so event planning definitely wasn’t new to me. Sign up for a free trial!

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Planning Pod

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

Which made us think that this is a question that almost everyone considering venue event management software asks at some point during their fact-finding and buying process. Then we will look at the key features and benefits of our venue software peers to which we most frequently get compared: Tripleseat, Event Temple and EventPro.

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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: Hubspot ). source: Spotio ).

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Style Me Pretty

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

I worked closely with Katie McIntire during the planning process and she had some great ideas on how to make our wedding truly feel like us! This also allowed me to hastily schedule our engagement photos in Paris & they are everything I could’ve hoped for!! Permalink | Comments | Add to del.icio.us

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Planning Pod

OCTOBER 14, 2020

Unfortunately, for many hotel sales staff and catering managers, this often cobbled-together assembly of stand-alone applications and manual processes hinders them from actually doing business. As Jessica can tell you, this simply isn’t true because Planning Pod’s user-friendly venue and event management software….

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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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One Oake

OCTOBER 13, 2022

With this in mind I 100% suggest having a wedding day schedule to help the day run smoothly and manage the finer details of the day. If you have no idea where to start on creating your schedule don't panic - I have given you my top tips and example of a timeline all in this post for you!

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Villa Tuscana Events

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Take Engagement Photos (or Schedule a Future Session) Engagement photos are a great way to capture this special time in your relationship. You can schedule them when youve had time to choose a photographer and plan your vision. A professional planner can help streamline the process, reduce stress, and ensure everything runs smoothly.

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Lovely Day Events

OCTOBER 28, 2024

I’m Lindsey Nickel and I’m a local Sonoma and Napa wedding planner and the owner of Lovely Day Events. Your wedding planner and wedding venue have seen the local catering companies on event day and can give you honest reviews and referrals. Here’s a comprehensive guide on how to choose the perfect Napa wedding catering.

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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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Peerspace

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

The key to a seamless event is getting the big decisions out of the way early. To make sure shes genuinely excited about the event, consider: Involvement level : Does she want to be totally surprised, or does she prefer to have input? The Knot recommends budgeting $125 per person for an event at a venue. And the good news?

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Peerspace

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Answered Event venues on Peerspace typically cost $50 — $350 per hour. See unique event venues Need some can’t-miss event planning tips to help you pull off your next big gathering with style and poise? Planning an event can be an incredibly stressful task for anyone — no matter your level of expertise.

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Planning Pod

JULY 13, 2022

Running a non-profit event space like a museum, library or historic venue (or even an indoor/outdoor venue like a zoo or botanical garden) requires a bit more organization than the typical venue. They also boast a large event space and a full race track. Each year, the museum hosts up to 400 in-house and private events.

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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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