Endless Events

FEBRUARY 6, 2019

If you’ve happened to catch our #EventIcons S**t Event Planners Say, then you know you are in for a treat! So, let’s start it right off with planners are asking us all the time, “Hey, is that really … do we need all that gear, that’s more than I asked for?” This Whiteboard Wednesday is all about the *?#!

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Social Tables

JUNE 29, 2023

Whether you’re new to the industry, tackling your first nonprofit event planning gig, or a seasoned planner working with a large team, you’ll find tips, tricks, and tools to improve your strategy in the list below. Include hidden event costs like guest count attrition, conference calls, credit card fees, and venue amenity expenses.

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Bizzaboo

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

In a world where technology, particularly artificial intelligence (AI) , is reshaping the event industry, the role of an event planner has taken on new dimensions. This is precisely why hiring the right event planner can make the difference between a seamless event and one fraught with chaos.

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ADMEI

MAY 19, 2021

Stephanie Harris , President of The Incentive Research Foundation remarked that “as events return post-pandemic, DMCs will play a more vital role than ever , providing critical local insight for planners. They will also know which venues and providers are still operating locally, given the significant changes during the last year”.

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Endless Events

APRIL 12, 2019

Your AV company should be one of the first vendors you hire. In fact, you should ideally hire your AV company before you even sign your venue contract. If you hire them before the venue they can be your advocate in finding the best location for your event. They will also help negotiate out any unnecessary venue fees.

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Social Tables

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Acting as an event venue opens restaurants to the revenue potential associated with event rental and catering services—revenue with higher profit margins than traditional food service. Public restaurant events Public events generate buzz in the community and help attract new customers to your event venue.

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Cort

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

From choosing a theme to booking a venue to sending out invitations, certain decisions to get you from “yes” to “I do” should take place at specific points in your timeline. The First Big Decision: Should You Hire a Wedding Planner? Hire your wedding planner and choose some close friends as a sounding board for your ideas.

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Bizzaboo

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

☐ Send invitations and calendar blocks for event rehearsals. Venue and Onsite Planning Checklist ☐ Secure a venue early on. Ensure the venue is clean, appealing, and in a great location. ☐ Outline a clear agenda with an onsite planner. . ☐ Outline a clear agenda with an onsite planner. Build a show agenda.

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Meeting Tomorrow

SEPTEMBER 16, 2019

With so many in-house AV companies consolidating recently, it’s easy for event and meeting planners to feel like the AV company at the hotel is the only option they’ve got. They’re your personal AV experts, planner extraordinaires, and all around wizards who plan hundreds of events each year. Next venue?

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Bizzaboo

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

☐ Send invitations and calendar blocks for event rehearsals. Venue and Onsite Planning Checklist ☐ Secure a venue early on. Ensure the venue is clean, appealing, and in a great location. ☐ Outline a clear agenda with an onsite planner. . ☐ Outline a clear agenda with an onsite planner. Build a show agenda.

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Conference Sponsors Virtual Events Speakers 52

Eventtia

MARCH 14, 2022

The social distancing and quarantine policies, especially in 2020, have forced many in-person events to be delayed and canceled, and many event planners have then pivoted to virtual events instead. For instance, you can rent a smaller venue instead and encourage more attendees to attend the event online.

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Meeting Tomorrow

SEPTEMBER 16, 2019

With so many in-house AV companies consolidating recently, it’s easy for event and meeting planners to feel like the AV company at the hotel is the only option they’ve got. They’re your personal AV experts, planner extraordinaires, and all around wizards who plan hundreds of events each year. Next venue?

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Rehearsal Venue Contracts Contracts 40

Social Tables

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Join us as we discuss what most party packages include, how they’re priced, why planners love them, and why more restaurants should offer them. They communicate what is included in a particular party experience, such as venue rental, food, alcohol, and event service. What do planners look for in a restaurant party package?

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Endless Events

MARCH 22, 2019

With over 10 years in the events industry and producing thousands of events, we wanted to do a live that helps educate and empower planners by breaking down AV bids. If the number is too high planners will begin to take a hard look at the quote. We have heard of WiFi costing upwards of 30K at venues. It’s a giant cost!

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Social Tables

MAY 16, 2019

Experts say the most common wedding color mistakes include: forgetting to factor in your venue colors, waiting too long to choose, and picking bridesmaids colors that don’t flatter your party. The average couple spends $1,000 – $2,500 on a wedding planner for their big day. Reserve your venues. Determine your budget.

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Social Tables

FEBRUARY 9, 2018

How much do you feel you still truly understand venue marketing in today’s ever-involving digital world of snaps, stories, fluctuating industry relationships and new commission structures? Step 1: Understand your Venue Marketing Discoverability Influence. Times, they be a changin’. And really, who doesn’t like thinking about pie?

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Endless Events

MARCH 18, 2019

With over 10 years in the events industry and producing thousands of events, we wanted to do a live that helps educate and empower planners by breaking down AV bids. If the number is too high planners will begin to take a hard look at the quote. We have heard of WiFi costing upwards of 30K at venues. Are rehearsals included?

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Traveler's Q

MARCH 14, 2023

The process is less worrying about seasonality or the availability of local venues. Some important considerations include budget, and the type of venue. Additionally, there are many unforeseen costs such as food for the guests and decorations for the venue that can add up quickly. Find a wedding planner.

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