Endless Events

MAY 13, 2022

Being an event planner, event manager, or event marketer is a difficult job that demands a lot of energy and knowledge, but many of us are drawn to it because it is – above all else – rewarding. But how does one prepare for a career in event planning? Event planning is an umbrella term.

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Eventtia

OCTOBER 20, 2022

Planning an event can be overwhelming with all the different moving parts and challenges. In this guide, we’ll share an event planning template you can use to easily plan your next event. Event Planning Template: Checklist and Timeline. 3rd Phase: Up to 1-2 months before the event.

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Eventsforce

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

The emergence of the Omicron variant has put plans on hold, or at least reignited that sense of uncertainty. We spoke to three tech-savvy event planners asking them: How, or if, their event planning has been impacted. What effect this has had on their event production. as far in advance as we normally would.

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Attendease

MARCH 19, 2024

We’ll also dive into how event management tools make your life easier through automation, cloning, and cross-team collaboration. Read on to learn how to scale your corporate events program successfully! Multi-Event Planning and Organization Thorough planning and organization are crucial when running multiple events at once.

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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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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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All Seated

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

WHAT CAN YOU AUTOMATE IN EVENT PLANNING? Streamlining Guest Management Venue Selection And Management Budget Management Marketing And Promotion Event Day Coordination Post-Event Analysis Personalization And Customization 3. WHAT CAN YOU AUTOMATE IN EVENT PLANNING? THE ADDED BENEFITS OF AUTOMATION 4.

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SmartMeetings

OCTOBER 27, 2020

Ask 4 nonobvious questions to find your dream speaker for a virtual, hybrid or F2F lineup. What do we want the audience to think, feel, do and/or believe as a result of this event? In the same way that this question generates your overall event design, it’s also helpful when selecting a speaker. Andrea Driessen.

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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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Endless Events

OCTOBER 25, 2019

As an event planner, you’re juggling a dozen or more balls. You’re dealing with vendors, speakers, performers, caterers, marketers, the media, you name it. Airtable is an excellent resource for event managers who need to track attendees, press releases, or marketing materials. There must be an easier way, right?

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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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Guidebook

JANUARY 20, 2024

Creating an event budget can be overwhelming! With a laundry list of expenses, it can be tempting to skip the planning and jump right into signing contracts with your vendors. Create a high-level plan Your high-level event plan should outline your event goals and basic logistics.

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Attendease

JANUARY 30, 2024

Captivating and engaging speakers who have mastered the art of executive presence and leadership will likely find more prospects reaching out post-event, opening a variety of potential sales avenues. This gives you and them a meaningful reason to connect post-event.

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Eventmobi

FEBRUARY 3, 2021

Hybrid events were designed around the in-person experience, with live streams of speaker presentations tacked on as a bonus feature. No one knows for sure when face-to-face event restrictions will be lifted — or how long they will stay that way. Does the event revolve around a large-scale display? Budget Limitations.

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Bizzabo

MARCH 26, 2020

How to communicate a COVID-19 related event cancellation to your attendees. Featuring examples from Google, SXSW, and Amazon. At the beginning of March, we published an in-depth guide on what event organizers need to know about COVID-19. We plan to update this list with more relevant examples as the situation evolves.

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Social Tables

JANUARY 17, 2018

Keeping all of those details in your head will result in constant mental chaos and present unnerving stress on event day. Event Objectives. Event objectives are the way to measure if an event goal has been met. For example, if the goal is fundraising, an objective might be to raise $1,000 or receive 50 pledges of support.

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EventMB

JUNE 2, 2022

For many planners, all the bells and whistles of new tech might seem unnecessary, since the core logistics of event planning can be covered with a tried and tested toolbox. After all, it may feel second nature to juggle multiple Excel files and chase down speakers, sponsors, and staff with email after email.

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Eventmobi

JANUARY 24, 2019

However, determining what financial success means for your event depends on the type of event and the objectives for that event. Let’s look at an example based on financial success being equivalent to breaking-even with your event. Fixed costs: $1,600 (includes room rental, AV, speaker costs, F&B, staff, etc.).

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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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Planning Pod

JUNE 23, 2023

Whether you’re an event venue, a professional event organizer, or the de-facto event planner for your organization, creating the best experience for potential attendees can feel overwhelming—especially with event industry statistics suggesting that we’ll see the return of full in-person live events in the upcoming 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. This may include keeping event planning and management in-house – unless it interferes with other organization priorities. “In-house

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QC Event School

DECEMBER 30, 2022

In this blog post, we will break down how to write an event proposal from start to finish. Finally, we will even provide you with an example template that you can use to write your own event proposal. What is an Event Proposal? PRO TIP: Dream of a career in event planning, but don’t know where to get started?

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TicketBud

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Below, we offer nine ways event organizers can incorporate more sustainable practices into event planning, while motivating partners and attendees to pass it on. Festival planners of Lollapaloza in Chicago, Illinois strive to reduce environmental impacts of the event year after year. Start with registration.

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Eventmobi

JANUARY 10, 2024

There’s nothing more efficient than having all event-related information in the palm of your hand. From venue maps to speaker session schedules, your attendees can access everything they need instantaneously, without the clutter of physical event materials. Smoother communication. Make a decision. Implement and onboard.

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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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Eventsforce

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021

Remember that a rush to find the cheapest providers could have a detrimental effect on the impact of your event. For example, with event tech, a low price could mean that the data protection is not as robust as it should be. Related read: How to choose a virtual event platform. Let’s take the example of a speaker.

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Capterra Event Management

JULY 19, 2017

You’ve gathered your resources, assessed the market, found your ideal business partners, and you’re well on your way to starting your own event planning business. Your business plan will help keep you on track with clearly defined goals and guidelines for your event planning firm. Mission statement.

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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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Endless Events

AUGUST 17, 2018

Maintain your momentum by creating events that stick to your attendee’s minds. Not planning conferences? These tips can apply to almost any event. For example, start with venue design that both attracts and engages people as they enter your venue. Tips for Growing Your Event Revenue. Click To Tweet.

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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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Eventtia

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

This guide aims to simplify the process by offering a step-by-step framework on how to identify the event planning platform that meets your requirements. Types of Event Management Software Event planning solutions take multiple forms, catering to different needs and requirements.

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Bizzabo

AUGUST 25, 2021

Having an event contingency plan is an essential part of being an event organizer but it’s especially key in 2021 and beyond. An event contingency plan ensures that every stakeholder, from your internal team to your speakers and attendees, has a great experience and a seamless transition. Venue Contracts.

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Eventtia

APRIL 18, 2022

By following this checklist, you can be sure to remember all the details necessary for a successful event, as well as keep track of the timelines surrounding the event planning process. Complete Checklist to Hosting an Event. Phase 1: Planning and Preparation. Sign contract with venue and vendors.

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SpotMe Blog

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

Event planning terms are nothing new. But throw in event tech terms like ‘breakout rooms’, ‘RTMP’, and ‘VOD’ that are crucial to know for hybrid and virtual event planning. Feeling unsure about common hybrid and virtual event terms? Event planning terms: A. Accessibility. Accessibility.

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Eventtia

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

This guide aims to simplify the process by offering a step-by-step framework on how to identify the event planning platform that meets your requirements. Types of Event Management Software Event planning solutions take multiple forms, catering to different needs and requirements.

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Bizzabo

MARCH 4, 2020

Featuring examples from brands like Adobe, Google, and Qualtrics. Event marketers are no strangers to last-minute changes and crises. For more information on creating a preparedness plan, see the CDCs Interim Guidance for event organizers. Direct your audience to other updates or preparedness plan pages if applicable.

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Planning Pod

APRIL 12, 2020

The same can be said for event planning. If you try to create an event that makes all audiences happy by including every idea and activity under the sun, then it doesn’t have any clarity and won’t resonate with anyone. Step 4 – Assemble a crack team of event professionals.

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