Planning Pod

JANUARY 12, 2021

Dianne says that understanding your target audience’s needs, your competitors’ price points and your cost of operations (overhead, mortgage/rent payments, staffing, food and beverage costs, utilities, cleaning, out-of-pocket rentals, etc.) 11 – Establish vendor relationships early on.

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Eventtia

OCTOBER 20, 2023

By identifying these potential pitfalls in advance, organizers can take preventive measures by reallocating funds, renegotiating with vendors, or adjusting event components to fit within the budget. Performance Measurement The utility of a budget continues after the event’s conclusion.

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Love Inc. Mag

JUNE 6, 2024

Unique Considerations for LGBTQ+ Couples LGBTQ+ couples may face additional challenges, such as discrimination from vendors. Kerrie urges couples to find vendors who treat them with respect and care. “Ask other queer folks for recommendations of vendors and services they like.

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Planning Pod

AUGUST 20, 2024

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. Let’s be honest…the event industry is a passionate but sometimes anxiety-filled one. But never fear!

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Insurance Management Communication Collaboration 89

Event Marketer: B to C Events

JANUARY 29, 2024

All of our event managers have access to them and are encouraged to utilize them. And leaning on colleagues, agencies and vendors, not to be shy about sharing and saying to your caterer, ‘Hey, could you read the section on X, Y or Z? We also have an internal program called the inclusivity champion. I really want you to know it also.’

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Joy

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Several factors can also impact your overall wedding costs, including: Location : City weddings often command higher prices for venues and vendors because of increased demand and overhead costs. Season: Peak wedding months (like June and October) often come with higher prices for venues and vendors.

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Planning Pod

JULY 29, 2020

Audience engagement on message boards – If your digital setup doesn’t allow for direct participation, you can still utilize message boards. Gamification – Increase vendor event engagement and audience engagement by offering points and prizes for each virtual booth your attendee visits and interacts with.

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Engagement Scheduling Electronics Communication 120

Lovely Day Events

JANUARY 5, 2024

They were truly a joy to work with because they were so incredibly kind, appreciative of all the advice from their vendors, and trusted the wedding planning process. They also didn’t know which vendors would be the best fit for them and wanted trusted recommendations. First, they knew they did not have time to plan a wedding.

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Planning Pod

MARCH 12, 2024

Have a recommended list of vendors clients can trust? Maybe they have concerns about working with the right vendors; you could create a YouTube video going into detail about how you handpick businesses for your vendor list. Have a different team member solely dedicated to the care of each client?

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Social Media Media Engineering Utilities 89

Planning Pod

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Reduce, reuse, and recycle Prioritize reducing waste at the source by choosing products with minimal packaging and discourage vendors from handing out excessive promotional materials. Green vendor choices By selecting vendors who align with your sustainability goals, you can significantly reduce the environmental impact of your event.

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Transportation Management Communication Event Management 89

Planning Pod

JUNE 25, 2020

You can either utilize large round tables and reduce the number of chairs; use smaller square tables and space them out appropriately or choose long communal tables and zig-zag plate settings so people can still see each other and chat without violating the social distancing rules.

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Floor Plan Electronics Event Management Utilities 99

Junebug Weddings

OCTOBER 17, 2024

We reached out to Michigan-based photographer and Junebug vendor Catie Eovaldi Photography , who helped us round up some expert advice. ” Utilize Your Contingency Fund Setting aside a portion of your budget for unexpected expenses is always a good idea, but we understand that it’s easier said than done.

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Wedding Budget Rehearsal Dinner Social Media Utilities 76

Villa Tuscana Events

DECEMBER 16, 2024

This consultation is also an opportunity to ask for recommendations and explore their preferred vendor list, which includes trusted professionals for photography, floral design, entertainment, and more. Villa Tuscana also provides a variety of additional services to enhance your event.

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Planning Pod

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

If you want to give cute, country-chic wedding vibes, you may want to invest in a barn wedding venue or even utilize rural property and create a unique outdoor wedding venue. Andrea has helped build her following by connecting with vendors who shared her style. Working with vendors. Curate a list of preferred vendors.

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Wedding Venue Social Media Management Vendor 78

Style Me Pretty

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

[section title=”The Planning”] [field title=”Wedding Colors”] Abby and Drew’s wedding utilized creamy neutrals and romantic pastels. spirits, a vendor which they chose as it mimicked the groom’s namesake. Hers was an Elderflower and Lemon Gin and Tonic, while His was a Strawberry Moscow Mule.

Rehearsal Dinner 98

Rehearsal Dinner Maid of Honor Transportation Bridesmaid 98

Event Planning

AUGUST 20, 2023

Venue and Vendor Research: Let ChatGPT scour the web for the perfect venue or caterer. Here’s how ChatGPT strengthens it: Automated Responses: Set up ChatGPT to handle routine inquiries from clients or vendors. Follow-ups: Let ChatGPT remind you to follow up with vendors or attendees. Never keep anyone waiting again.

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Event Planner Scheduling Communication Collaboration 98

Junebug Weddings

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

We’ve recruited help from wedding professionals providing you tips for hiring vendors , along with the essential questions to ask a wedding planner before making your decision. Robust Portfolio When choosing wedding vendors, don’t forget to dive into their portfolios. This requires a lot of organization.

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Wedding Planner Vendor Problem Solving Communication 65

Eventtia

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

It allows for cost-effective, long-term utilization, making it an excellent choice for event planners who want to maximize their return on investment. Vendor evaluation Create a list of potential software vendors that offer solutions meeting your criteria. Use platforms such as Capterra to compare and evaluate.

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Planning Pod

OCTOBER 4, 2023

By utilizing chatbots, organizers can create personalized experiences for guests, helping boost attendee engagement and event turnout. Organizers can easily coordinate schedules, manage vendors, track event registration, and oversee every aspect of the event in one place.

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Social Media Event Management Engagement Management 89

Ponderosa Planning

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

The benefit of our support is that we offer a digital planning platform, vendor recommendations, and a checklist for each step of planning. They were able to utilize our expertise from the beginning instead of only to coordinate at the end. Enjoy their elevated summer camp vibes to inspire your day.

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Carissa Kruse Weddings

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

It involves managing budgets, vendors, guest lists, contracts, and more. As a wedding planner, you will be working with numerous clients, vendors, and team members, so being able to communicate effectively is essential for a successful event. How can you excel at it? Step 4: Network and Build Relationships Network, network, network!

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Wedding Planner Social Media Problem Solving Utilities 52

Big Apple Bride Events

MAY 25, 2018

Have a schedule and create deadlines for booking vendors, picking out invitations, and all the little details that go into your big day. Utilizing your time management skills and being organized will guarantee a more relaxed wedding day experience. Creating a detailed timeline to ensure the day flows properly is essential.

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Wedding Planning Bachelorette Party Utilities Scheduling 52

Cvent: Event Marketing

JUNE 29, 2018

We will utilize the module to schedule Account Team Meetings with our customers, to increase exhibitor engagement, to enhance the attendee search tools, and to assign staffing shifts. Check out how our team is utilizing Appointments this year to improve the attendee experience at Cvent CONNECT 2018. Using the Attendee Profile.

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Ponderosa Planning

FEBRUARY 3, 2024

Think Local Our team instantly connected with Keely and John over our shared commitment to sustainability, supporting local vendors, and minimizing single-use decor. You can use a combination of vendors from Bend and Eugene to bring any vision to life. Everyone can comfortably sit together and enjoy the property.

Utilities 52

Utilities Consulting Vendor Floor Plan 52

Planning Pod

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Sharing event details with clients, staff, and vendors using customized Banquet Event Orders (BEOs). One of the most popular items Shannon shares with her vendors is a custom banquet event order (BEO). We utilize the living heck out of it! She can even assign tasks to her clients and vendors to keep workflows on track. “At

Catering 78

Catering Management Electronics Communication 78

Junebug Weddings

JANUARY 16, 2024

Your vendor search could turn into Zoom calls or late-night phone calls and a lot of trust. This critical piece of information will guide you throughout the vendor search, whether you’re hiring a local photographer in that area or bringing in a photographer to capture your wedding in the chosen destination. Destination Wedding 2.

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Planning Pod

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

Day-of-event schedule builder that sends real-time updates via email or text, keeping clients, caterers, vendors and other team members on the same page the day of the event. Templated form builders and online booking tools that collect details and input from brides and grooms electronically.

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Weddingsr

APRIL 9, 2024

Create a Timeline : Establish a timeline outlining when each task should be completed, from booking vendors to sending out invitations. Select and Book Vendors : Research and book essential vendors such as photographers, caterers, florists, and musicians to secure your preferred choices. How can I stick to my wedding budget?

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The Wedding Planner LA

MAY 19, 2020

Venues typically have a set beginning and ending time that vendors will have access to a space. The initial access time varies significantly from venue to venue, but the vendor “out time” is typically 30-90 minutes after the reception concludes. Is there adequate lighting at each vendor's station? private residences).

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Dream Catcher Wedding

AUGUST 7, 2023

An important part of our business is educating our couples and the public on sustainable measures that can be utilized in weddings, so that green weddings aren't so intimidating, and you can prioritize what makes the most sense for your wedding. Make sure your vendors are in total agreement about your values and goals before hiring them.

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Utilities Education Vendor Wedding Cake 52

Planning Pod

JUNE 25, 2020

And now, with stay-at-home orders and travel limitations forcing people to utilize online tools and video conferencing platforms to host business meetings, happy hours and classrooms, guests are already prepped and ready to log into your next event. Ensure staff, volunteers, vendors, etc.

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Event Planner Event Management Management Government 99

Eventtia

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

It allows for cost-effective, long-term utilization, making it an excellent choice for event planners who want to maximize their return on investment. Vendor evaluation Create a list of potential software vendors that offer solutions meeting your criteria. Use platforms such as Capterra to compare and evaluate.

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Event Management Management Procession Vendor 96

Pleasantdale Château

APRIL 21, 2024

Utilizing these platforms can provide you with real-time insights into a photographer’s style, versatility, and engagement with their audience. At Pleasantdale Chateau, we have a list of preferred vendors who are familiar with our estate’s unique features and have proven their ability to capture beautiful moments in our spaces.

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Social Media Pinterest Media Utilities 52

In the Details Wedding Planning

JUNE 23, 2023

Utilize statement lighting fixtures to add visual interest and create a warm and intimate ambiance. San Diego offers a wealth of local vendors who specialize in creating bespoke wedding details, ensuring your celebration is one-of-a-kind. Let the magic of San Diego inspire your dream wedding, where modern romance takes center stage.

Utilities 52

Utilities Collaboration Vendor Celebrant 52

Peerspace

APRIL 7, 2024

Reach out to your host at any point leading up to or during your event if you need help selecting vendors or anything else event-related. Check out how this Peerspace user utilized the space: “We hosted our baby shower here yesterday and had a great time! Airbnbs are available to rent by the day.

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Planning Pod

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

You can build to-scale designs in minutes with our auto-layout tool for tables that you can then share with your venue, caterer and vendors. FYI – Planning Pod offers an easy way for you to create stunning wedding floor plan and seating layouts. And it’s perfect for wedding or event planners and DIY brides.

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Floor Plan Head Table Maid of Honor Groomsmen 97

The Wedding Planner LA

MAY 8, 2020

Locking in a venue will solidify your wedding date & location, provide you with insight into what other vendors you will need, and allow you to manage how the rest of your wedding budget is allocated. You will still need to find vendors like your coordinator, photographer, videographer, florist, DJ, hair and makeup teams, officiant, etc.

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Wedding Venue Day-Of Coordinator Vendor Insurance 52