QC Event School

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

If you’re looking for a career that’s always exciting and full of new challenges, corporate event planning might be the perfect choice for you! But what is corporate event planning? What Is Corporate Event Planning? What Does a Corporate Event Planner Do? What does a corporate planner do?

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Event Planning BluePrint

FEBRUARY 14, 2018

As an event organizer, you already know the importance of finding the right entertainer for your event. But what you may not realize is that there’s another element that can really help or hinder the success of your event: the venue. How to Pick Right Venue For Your Event’s Entertainment.

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Social Tables

JUNE 29, 2023

From online community awareness campaigns to out-of-the-box nonprofit event planning ideas, thoughtful preparation can help increase the success of fundraising activities. In this guide, we walk you through the process of planning a nonprofit event step-by-step. Master nonprofit event planning in 10 simple steps 1.

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Social Tables

SEPTEMBER 25, 2017

Hiring event entertainment can be a great way to make your event memorable, but overlooking these crucial details can cause things to completely come off the rails. Let’s take a look at how you can avoid event entertainment mishaps, what some of the more sensitive areas that can make or break an event, and how to avoid them.

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SevenEvents

MAY 26, 2023

planning an event can be a considerable task, whether it’s a small drinks reception or a large-scale conference. from selecting the right venue to managing logistics and ensuring attendee satisfaction, there are numerous aspects to consider. consider factors such as capacity, location, amenities, and ambience.

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Event Planning BluePrint

OCTOBER 4, 2022

If you’re an event planner or looking to get into event planning , you probably know there are two main categories: corporate event planning and social event planning. Social Event Planning. For example, if you choose social events, the more common events are: Weddings.

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PCMA Convene

JANUARY 5, 2019

Below are five common event-planning mistakes that I have seen during my career — and a few tips on how to avoid them so that all does go well. Not Planning Early Enough. Do not procrastinate as venues are booked well in advance. So, securing your venue should be at the very top of your to-do list.

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Social Tables

APRIL 22, 2019

When you start planning an event, one of the first things you should do is figure out your event planning timeline. The next time you start to plan an event, consider using this helpful guide to create an event planning schedule that works for you. What is a long-term event planning timeline?

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 16, 2018

There’s no room for that in event planning. The cornerstone of a successful event is a dream event planning team where everyone has a role to play and eagerly contributes to the success of the event. It’s impossible to put together an event on your own. Selecting a venue. Why Teams Matter.

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Master the Event

APRIL 7, 2022

Have you ever considered a career in event planning? The one question I am asked more than any other industry question is how do I get event planning experience? For some just the thought of planning events for a living is a dream come true. What is an Event Planning Career About?

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Planning Pod

JULY 27, 2022

Here at Planning Pod, we build venue and event management software tools that help our customers close more business, so we want to do everything in our power to help them improve and grow. What are you looking for from a venue/planner? Who else are you working with to plan and execute the event?

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Eventtia

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Whether you’re on the brink of planning a first event or are a seasoned professional revising your event planning checklist, this guide aims to be your trusted roadmap. This article provides a comprehensive event planning checklist to help you manage every detail for a successful event, from start to finish.

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Attendease

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

How does this event align with our overall corporate strategy and goals for the year? What are the 2-3 key messages we want to communicate through this event? Entertaining? How will we measure the success of this event both quantitatively and qualitatively? What type of experience do we want to create for attendees?

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Hubilo Blog

OCTOBER 15, 2021

What’s Event Planning? All types of events, right from a grand corporate event to a simple wedding, need planning. Organizing events is hard as hundreds of things can go wrong on D-Day. Based on their needs, you will be required to do any or all of the following: Ideate the plan. Decide the theme.

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Eventmobi

MAY 18, 2020

Evaluating Events: Square Footage – Number of guests on the dance floor, number of guests at each table, matching up new events: guest count with venue square footage What we need from our vendors – what precautions are they taking? What we need from our venues – what precautions are they taking?

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TicketBud

DECEMBER 5, 2023

In this guide, we’ll explore seven strategies to masterfully plan out your event programming for the coming year, ensuring each season is filled with memorable experiences. Take Time to Reflect Before diving into event planning, take a moment to reflect on your events from the past year.

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TicketBud

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Now, imagine showing up to the event, hearing that most speakers backed out after not getting paid, and then being asked to help cover the costs of the event’s outstanding hotel bill of $17,000. A clearly defined budget provides a framework for decision-making, enabling event organizers to strategically allocate resources.

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Event Planning BluePrint

JANUARY 18, 2022

I think it’s safe to assume we all know that the phrase “a la carte” is French for “by the card” or “according to the menu,” but what does a la carte mean in terms of event planning? Offered as a premiere planning package, this is designed to help your client with every component of their event planning from A to Z. .

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Eventtia

OCTOBER 20, 2023

This proactive oversight prevents overspending and helps maintain financial health throughout the event planning and execution phases. Prioritization Not all aspects of an event hold equal importance. Some elements are critical to the event’s success, while others, though desirable, may not be necessary.

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Nunify

NOVEMBER 14, 2021

According to a report published by statista.com , the United States meeting, convention, and event planning market employed a whopping 125,900 people in 2020. This clearly indicates the potential of the event industry and demand for a skilled ‘event organizer’. What does it take to be a successful event organizer/planner?

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Social Tables

JULY 13, 2023

Whether you’re planning a birthday celebration for a major golf fan or looking for a unique venue for an outdoor celebration , a golf course birthday party may be the right choice for your event. Who plans a golf course birthday party? Who is paying for the event? How do you plan a golf course birthday party?

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Eventsforce

AUGUST 14, 2019

So, to help you plan effectively, we’ve compiled some key questions to ask before you start your venue search and made a few suggestions of venues in Birmingham that have caught our eye. Know what you want before you start looking at venues. How will people get to the venue? How many people will be attending?

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Eventtia

JUNE 2, 2023

Planning an event is difficult. Event planning and organizing a fairly small meeting involving just five participants can be quite a challenge, especially if this is your first time. Then, imagine planning a massive concert with a big-name DJ as the headliner and 100,000 attendees. Can you imagine the headache?

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InitLive

AUGUST 26, 2019

In order to ensure your event is accessible to your target attendees consider the following: Can the venue be accessible by public transit and provide ample parking? Can your venue fit your current attendee numbers but also does it have the capacity for your event to scale year over year? Book your lineup and vendors.

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Capterra Event Management

APRIL 25, 2017

It took time, planning, and patience. Not unlike starting an event planning business. How to Start Your Event Planning Business. The same goes for those looking to start their own event planning business. Identify whether your skills are right for event planning. Topics: Event Budgeting.

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EventBank Insights

JANUARY 22, 2019

[link] Making an event planning checklist is hard. Like, really hard.You don't know where to start, and you'd think the smallest events would be easier to manage, and for the most part, it's true, but then again every attendee counts, and engagement will need to be more personalized. Choose a Venue ?

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ePly

MARCH 26, 2024

Coordinators describe the seemingly impossible feat of creating an event from scratch in a variety of daunting ways. In fact, the independent educational resource World Scholarship Vault (WSV) named event planning as the third most stressful job in 2023. What Is an Event Plan?

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Social Tables

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

How to turn restaurant event spaces into major money-makers Appealing events can attract new customers, help grow clientele, and distinguish your restaurant from nearby competitors. Hosting events is an excellent way for restaurants to diversify their revenue streams and increase profits. How do restaurants become event venues?

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Eventsforce

AUGUST 14, 2019

So, to help you plan effectively, we’ve compiled some key questions to ask before you start your venue search and made a few suggestions of venues in Birmingham that have caught our eye. Know what you want before you start looking at venues. How will people get to the venue? How many people will be attending?

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ePly

MARCH 18, 2024

Even simple events can have multiple moving parts, making event planning an intense exercise in logistics. More than throwing parties, event planning considers all stages of the event cycle. From conception to post-event marketing, the planner has to be ready for nearly anything.

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SmartMeetings

SEPTEMBER 1, 2017

Meeting and event planning is a highly stressful, fast-paced occupation. The general rule of thumb is there is an eight-week time frame for a small event (200–400 attendees), around a four-month frame for a medium-size event (400–800) and six months to a year for a large-scale event (800 or more). Stress level: .

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Event Planning BluePrint

DECEMBER 1, 2021

The venue is booked. The scheduled event is a week away. Then you see that dreaded email in your inbox — your client has pulled the plug on the event. . You put a lot of time and effort into planning the event. . Let’s hope you covered all your bases in the contract you had your clients sign.

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The Castle Group

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

If your event needs are strictly technical (i.e., For more comprehensive, strategic planning or mid to large-scale projects, a full-service events company, like Castle, will handle all aspects of event planning from concept to completion. We tend to think of ourselves like an event general contractor.

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Event Planning BluePrint

OCTOBER 5, 2016

In order to succeed, you need to know and understand the basics so you plan your event effectively. Before you jump ahead and pick an event venue, it’s important to take time to create a plan so you know how to plan an event properly. Review event venue choices. Click to Tweet!

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SevenEvents

OCTOBER 17, 2023

event planning is a complex but rewarding challenge that involves a lot of attention to detail. one of the most fundamental aspects of organising a successful event is budgeting. understanding your objectives will help you to not only plan a great event but also allocate your budget more effectively.

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Master the Event

APRIL 6, 2022

By now many of you know that we put a special emphasis on event planning education. Here at Plan an Event, we continue to be encouraged by amount of students, and younger people in general, seeking to enter this industry. Event planning technology is on the increase. Event Planner Courses Are on the Rise.

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Master the Event

JANUARY 12, 2024

Why You Need a Conference Planning Checklist Every event, no matter the size, has an excess of details to contend with. Transportation, accommodation, decor, entertainment, venues, catering and staffing are just a few of the particulars you’ll find yourself dealing with. Are you in charge of accommodation?

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