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Wedding venue management software: How we saved Hidden Barn Venue from spreadsheet paralysis and saved them 62 hours a month

Planning Pod

It’s fairly common for new wedding venues to use free software like Google Docs, Excel spreadsheets, e-calendars and email plus cost-saving tools like whiteboards, paper printouts and folders while landing their first bookings and gaining a foothold in the event industry. Michelle Sanabria – Wedding Coordinator at Hidden Barn Venue.

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Life on Cruz Control: A Meeting Veteran’s Hope for the Future

Smart Meetings

Editor’s Note: As we celebrate the 2023 Meeting Professionals of the Year , we thought it fitting to go back to a 2020 Meeting Professionals of the Year winner, John Cruz, senior corporate meeting planner with BlueCross of North Carolina , for some perspective. Experience your journey in the moment.

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The QC Event School Master List of Blog Resources

QC Event School

The 10 Most Profitable Careers in Event Planning Choosing a Name for Your Business Conducting the Client Consultation Top Questions to Ask at EVERY Client Consultation (Free Download!)

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

Stova

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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Grass Roots Meetings Industry Report wins Business Travel Journalism Award

Event Industry News

The report was produced and edited by Tom Lambregts, marketing manager at Grass Roots Meetings & Events; Mark Harris of the Travel Intelligence Network, and Des McLaughlin at Mac-D Consulting. The awards are judged by a panel of industry leaders including corporate buyers, associations and venues.

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75 Event Ideas to Inspire Your Next Event

Attendease

Event planning is no small feat, especially when it comes to corporate meetings and functions. Keep the energy high with movement breaks, social events, and local flavors like venue tours. Unique venues Go beyond typical hotel ballrooms and convention centers. The goal is active participation, not just passive listening.

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The QC Event School Master List of Blog Resources

QC Event School

The 10 Most Profitable Careers in Event Planning Choosing a Name for Your Business Conducting the Client Consultation Top Questions to Ask at EVERY Client Consultation (Free Download!)