The Planner's Lounge

APRIL 19, 2024

We feature wedding and event planners from around the world with many different levels of experience. I revisit my running spreadsheet of work checklists and calendar events and tend to my items one at a time. However, I never considered working events full-time because of all the unknowns. What if no one trusts me?

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ePly

APRIL 2, 2024

Professional event planners are often drawn to the industry because they have certain innate skills. To structure an event from start to finish, whether it’s a child’s birthday party or a multiday company retreat, takes a lot of work. Event planners need to be able to work through the data to come up with a solution.

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EventMB

AUGUST 26, 2022

Skift Take: Clients want as much value for their event spend as possible. That has always been the case, but global economic uncertainty adds greater pressure on planners. It may be hard to turn work away, but when does enough become too much? Paul Cook Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings.

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The Planner's Lounge

MARCH 29, 2024

We feature wedding and event planners from around the world with many different levels of experience. I started working for an event décor company and met a wedding planner who hired me to be her assistant at weddings. My passion is curating all types of events, especially weddings. My day starts around 5 am.

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EventMB

JANUARY 26, 2022

Staffing shortages, supply chain issues, rising costs and, of course, the ongoing pandemic are creating a perfect storm of challenges for event managers. Out of the storm may come more efficient approaches to event planning and respect for hospitality employees.

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Event Certificate

JULY 20, 2023

In this post I’ll be reviewing the following social media tips for event planners: Social media is one of the best free tools for marketing your event planning business. It provides you with access to a pool of potential customers and you don’t have to spend a dime.

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EventMB

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

Skift Take: Planners of in-person events aren’t seeing the attendance levels that they want. Are they being unrealistic, or are other factors at play? Is their communication strategy on target? Paul Cook Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings.

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EventMB

JULY 12, 2022

Skift Take: Online groups and chat rooms for event planners are proliferating, resulting in much curiosity. Planners wonder if it’s better to post or chat? Are they worth paying to join, and if so, which ones? — Vincent Alonzo Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings.

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EventMB

JULY 8, 2022

Skift Take: There are more certificates for event planners than ever before. The question is, are they a real measure of competence? And is the more rigorous certification process worth the time, effort, and money? Julie Moline Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings.

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EventMB

APRIL 19, 2022

Event planners can learn a lot about organizing in-person, virtual, and hybrid meetings by studying how Cvent Connect, the annual event technology convention, uses various tools to plan, market, run and analyze its show.

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EventMB

AUGUST 9, 2022

What does this mean to event planners? Skift Take: The monkeypox outbreak is now a national health emergency. Lisa Skriloff Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings.

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EventMB

AUGUST 23, 2022

Skift Take: Diversity, equity, and inclusion are strategic business imperatives event planners look at when choosing the site of their next gathering. Demographics and the political climate are also important facets of a destination being considered for an event. Lisa Skriloff Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings.

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EventMB

AUGUST 18, 2021

As investments continue to pour into the event tech sector, many providers are gunning for more end users — a shift that has implications for the way attendees find and interact with content. How could this impact the control event brands have over their own audiences? by Dylan Monorchio appeared first on [link].

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Event Industry News

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Liz Taylor, managing director of Liz Taylor Consultancy (LTC) and CEO of award-winning event planners, the Taylor Lynn Corporation (TLC), has been appointed to the board of the fast-growing external catering business, Hessian.

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EventMB

APRIL 29, 2022

In its research, EventMB identified five key planner trends when it comes to embracing a balanced hybrid event strategy with a mix of in-person, hybrid, and virtual events. The post Planners’ Insights to Virtual and Hybrid Events in 2022 by EventMB Studio Team appeared first on [link].

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Event Planning BluePrint

MARCH 15, 2024

The event planning profession stands as a dynamic and integral component of today’s fast-paced world, where memorable and efficient gatherings are pivotal for personal, social, and corporate success. Five-Step Process to Become an Event Planner Education and Training A solid educational foundation is paramount for aspiring event planners.

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Eventscase Blog

OCTOBER 24, 2023

It’s important to understand what corporate event planning is before we offer any relevant tips. In simple terms, corporate event planning is the process of organising events for a brand or business to achieve business goals. What Do Corporate Event Planners Do?

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EventMB

JANUARY 13, 2022

Event planners may be more familiar with event tech than ever, but the rapid pace of innovation means that tech literacy is a moving target. To understand what planners need from event tech in 2022, we spoke to some of today’s most influential event profs.

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EventMB

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

To facilitate virtual and hybrid events during the pandemic, convention centers around the world have begun to build out full-fledged virtual event studios — but planners still need to consider the skills necessary to use them.

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EventMB

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

When was the last time you attended a virtual event as compelling as your favorite binge-worthy TV show? By approaching virtual events like TV producers, planners can duplicate this show-quality experience and take future events to the next level.

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Social Tables

AUGUST 10, 2023

How much do event planners make, really? Event planning is a dynamic profession that requires a great deal of creativity, organization, and people skills. Event planners are responsible for organizing and coordinating events such as weddings, corporate events, conferences, and fundraisers.

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EventMB

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

The term “hybrid” is now commonly used to describe event formats that combine in-person and virtual experiences. While the concept of a hybrid event may be familiar, it raises an important question: Is there such a thing as a hybrid attendee?

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EventMB

JULY 25, 2019

More information about Event Manager Blog’s sponsored posts. As long as there are events, planners will be around to ensure they run smoothly. However, the corporate meeting and event landscape is shifting - in major ways - so the role of the event planner is evolving alongside it. The […].

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EventMB

JUNE 29, 2020

As countries slowly reopen and, for some, allow large live events again, a majority of event planners foresee going back to business in the fourth quarter 2020 or early 2021. The post Event Planners Expect a 4th Quarter Comeback — Is It Realistic? Is this a realistic approach?

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Expo Pass

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Event planning never stops, and the planner in your life may not have time to assemble their wish list. From top-of-the-line tech to personalized mugs, we’ve designed a holiday wish list with everything an event planner wants and needs. Explore our 2023 event planner gift guide below. Comfort and style.

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EventMB

AUGUST 11, 2021

With hybrid events on the horizon and trade shows in recovery, many corporate event planners have to determine the return on investment (ROI) of participating in physical exhibitions compared to doubling down on their own hybrid event strategy. What data should they look at and where can they find it?

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Expo Pass

DECEMBER 19, 2023

This is the Super Bowl of event planning, and you can’t just kick back with your feet up. Everything from unplugging to setting boundaries and—surprise—getting enough sleep will dictate just how effective you are at managing your holiday events. As planners, we live and die by our devices , especially during holiday event planning.

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Event Planning BluePrint

FEBRUARY 3, 2024

Embarking on a career in event planning is filled with the promise of new challenges and the joy of creating moments that matter. This post walks you through the essential steps and skills you’ll need to become an event planner. Understanding the Spectrum of Events Event planning is not a one-size-fits-all career.

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The Planner's Lounge

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

We feature wedding and event planners from around the world with many different levels of experience. I close by 4 pm, then go for site inspection, i.e., events and real estate sites, because I also do home construction and interiors. I decided to start my business because I love events, and I have a passion for it.

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EventMB

SEPTEMBER 14, 2020

In this article, we discuss 10 of the most stubborn misconceptions and why it’s important for event planners to see past the rhetoric. The post The 10 Biggest Covid Myths Event Planners Need to Ignore by Angela Tupper appeared first on [link]. It’s easy to get caught up in arguments about Covid-19.

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Social Tables

FEBRUARY 3, 2021

Skip to content Menu Solutions Interactive Floor Plans Collaborative event sales software that increases qualified leads and drives direct revenue. Event Diagramming Collaborative event management software that saves time, boosts revenue and drives loyalty. One powerful way is with top-tier event planner website design.

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EventMB

APRIL 1, 2020

If you have been in the event industry long enough, you may remember striking similarities between the lead up to the financial crisis in 2008 and the Coronavirus emergency. The post How Will Event Planners React To The Coronavirus Crisis? Will the industry react in the same way or will things change for good?

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EventMB

AUGUST 10, 2020

More and more venues are advertising their new health and safety certifications, but event planners may be surprised to learn that many operate on the honor system. The post What Event Planners Need to Know About Health & Safety Certifications by Angela Tupper appeared first on [link].

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Endless Events

DECEMBER 1, 2022

She asked, “Why do event marketers receive more credit and respect than event planners?” . Event marketers and event planners do, in fact, often receive credit, financial support, and recognition differently, which makes this an excellent question. Defining the Roles: Event Marketer vs. Event Planner.

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EventMB

SEPTEMBER 3, 2020

Even with many face-to-face events on hiatus, event planners still have to think about maintaining audience engagement while making plans for future in-person events. The post Destinations Going Digital Offer Event Planners Engagement and Inspiration by JNTO appeared first on [link].

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EventMB

JULY 8, 2020

Virtual events have allowed the industry to survive in some form throughout the past few months of coronavirus-prompted cancellations and shutdowns — but only somewhat. Event tech tools are still largely lacking key features that planners need to be profitable. The post Why Can’t Planners Turn a Profit with Virtual Events?

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Eventbrite UK

JUNE 28, 2021

The post SMART Goal Setting for Event Planners appeared first on Eventbrite UK. When we set vague goals without a solid framework, we’re actually setting ourselves up for failure. The answer? Setting SMART goals.

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