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How To Create an Event Marketing Plan

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The world of event planning experiences success not just through having a great venue or a top-notch speaker line-up – it’s about getting the word out and drawing a crowd. An event marketing plan is integral for tying this all together into one magical experience. What Exactly is an Event Marketing Plan?

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How to start a wedding venue: Tips from two wedding industry experts

Planning Pod

Is it your dream to run a wedding venue perfect for tying the knot? Whatever the reason, starting a wedding venue can be a great choice to shift your career and improve your financial portfolio–but getting an event venue up and running isn’t always easy. Andrea Vallencourt, Owner and Venue Director, Clay Theatre.

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First Steps to Start Your Wedding Planning Business

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In addition to having a broad knowledge of the industry, you will want to understand the local market you will be serving and what potential clients are looking for in a wedding planner. The best way to learn about your local market is to chat with other wedding professionals. Market Research Understanding your local market is crucial.

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The 10-Step Guide to Nonprofit Event Planning

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Provide a budget outline that breaks the total down into specific categories like venue costs, presentation tech, F&B, entertainment, decorations, and security. Include hidden event costs like guest count attrition, conference calls, credit card fees, and venue amenity expenses. Want to test out event diagramming for free?

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How to Manage Venue and Catering Leads for Better Business Results

Planning Pod

Whether you’re looking to grow your funnel for catering leads or event venue leads, the secret to finding the prospects your business needs — and consistently turning them into delighted repeat customers — is a matter of following six simple steps. Identify the Personas of Your Best Catering and Venue Leads.

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The Event Planner’s Guide to Venue Sourcing and the RFP Process 2023

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The Event Planner's Guide to Venue Sourcing and the RFP Process This guide examines a shift event professionals are experiencing in negotiation power with venues. We'll show you how to get the most out of strategy, opportunities, and tools available to strike the best deal with venues. Well, it seems that the party is over.

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How To Start A Catering Business In 2024

Planning Pod

Will you cater to a niche market or provide wide-ranging catering services for larger events? Market research: After you’ve finished up the basics, you’ll need to perform a market analysis to understand your competition, catering industry trends, and the demand for catering services in your area. Here’s how.

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