Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 5, 2018

Your event budget becomes your guide throughout the event planning process to help you make key decisions. Creating a detailed and realistic budget template goes hand-in-hand with a successful event. All good event professionals know the first step to making sure nothing gets left out is to start with a checklist.

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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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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. A themed invitation and social media posts create eager anticipation and set the tone for the future event. Themes provoke future recall of the event. Be ready to work with speakers and entertainers.

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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. Scheduling entertainment.

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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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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. Size Matters.

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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? Typically, the business side of hybrid events is open to the public.

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Eventtia

JANUARY 28, 2025

Event planning is like juggling ten tasks at once from logistics and budgets to last-minute changes all while staying calm under pressure. Thats why having an event planning checklist and a clear plan is key. Download the Event Planning Checklist as an Excel file to customize and share with your team.

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Eventsforce

JULY 27, 2021

There are many ways in which you can entertain your virtual attendees. And that is the challenge for event planners. It can also be very easy for planners to get carried away with amazing entertainment ideas that are bound to work. eBook: 10 critical steps to successful hybrid events. What is Your Budget? .

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Socio Events

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Event planning is full of surprises, which is why it pays to be ten steps ahead. Whether it’s marketing to attendees and driving registration or establishing a budget and securing a venue, event planners need to navigate a host of responsibilities—each one as important as the last. Before you start planning. Download now.

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Social Tables

JUNE 12, 2024

Planners may rely on one or two vendors for smaller events, like a business luncheon, while food vendors may make up as much as 5% of the total attendee count at massive outdoor events (e.g., Some of the most sought-after event vendors include: Venue managers. Entertainers. a musical festival). Ticketing services.

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PCMA Convene

JANUARY 5, 2019

The backbone of every successful event is a team of people who work tirelessly, often after hours and behind the scenes, to make it happen. 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.

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Event Leadership Institute

JULY 30, 2020

Create a marketing plan and timeline. ? logo, tagline, event description, benefits, etc.). ? Identify and begin to confirm speakers, presenters, hosts and/or other entertainers. ? Confirm presentation topics and descriptions, gather bios and photos from all speakers/presenters, and have contracts signed (if applicable). ?

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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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Unique Venues

APRIL 23, 2025

Venues in the city often understand and cater to government-specific requirements, including per diem rates (a set rate or allowance for meals, lodging, and other costs while on government travel), security protocols, and government contracting standards. Start planning your DC event today and create an experience thats anything but ordinary!

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Attendease

OCTOBER 15, 2024

There are so many moving pieces to juggle , from nailing down the budget and finding the perfect venue, to coordinating catering, entertainment, décor, and everything in between. With some early planning and the right tools in your corner , you can avoid holiday headaches. The good news? That’s where a handy checklist comes in!

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Social Tables

MAY 30, 2019

Your party planning checklist Whether it’s for a graduation or sales goal celebration, parties require the same event planning skills required to host any other type of group gathering. Depending on the size or complexity of your party, you may want to brush up on best practices or party planning articles to prepare yourself.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 25, 2022

Read more tips for negotiating contracts amid Covid. . This is just one of the examples from a new Million Dollar Event Planning Career learning course by former Google Marketing Events leader and author of “The Art of Event Planning” Gianna Cardinale Gaudini. Contract and Negotiation Tips.

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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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Guidebook

MAY 16, 2023

It surprised many people when Forbes Magazine listed event planning as the fifth most stressful job. So why does Forbes list event planning so high? Event planners have to work for months to get everything in place for an event that will at most occur over only a few days.

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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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Guidebook

JANUARY 8, 2024

Managing events is stressful. You need an event planning checklist to support you from beginning to end. From picking a venue and speakers to ensuring you’ve sent out thank you notes and running a post-event debrief, there’s a lot to think about. We suggest tailoring your checklist to fit your event.

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Guidebook

JANUARY 8, 2024

Managing events is stressful. You need an event planning checklist to support you from beginning to end. From picking a venue and speakers to ensuring you’ve sent out thank you notes and running a post-event debrief, there’s a lot to think about. We suggest tailoring your checklist to fit your event.

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Event Planning BluePrint

OCTOBER 5, 2016

Learning how to plan an event requires multitasking skills and (often) quick thinking. In order to succeed, you need to know and understand the basics so you plan your event effectively. Review event venue choices. Before signing the venue contract, go and see the venue in person and meet the venue manager.

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Social Tables

NOVEMBER 23, 2017

A theme not only makes the event less expensive by avoiding decoration overload, but it creates a more cohesive guest experience. That’s because: Each element—from promotion and decoration to food and entertainment—becomes décor. It’s important to satisfy guests’ five senses at any event. Entertaining Your Guests.

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SevenEvents

JANUARY 28, 2025

At SEVEN we are all professional and we thought it would be a good idea to share with you some key benefits of hiring a professional for your next event: Expertise in event planning and management Professional event planners bring years of experience and deep knowledge of the industry to every project.

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SevenEvents

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

corporate events are often complex and require meticulous planning to execute an excellent event. once pitching is complete, the planning timeline consists of several crucial stages from contracting to post-event wrap-up. planning an event takes time and each stage should be carefully planned.

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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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EventPlanning

JULY 30, 2015

So as an event planner, it is more important than ever to know how to write an event planning proposal in order to get the attention of all clients looking for qualified and professional event planners. Starting Your Event Proposal. Do not write an event planning proposal that reads like a formal letter.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 5, 2022

As guest demand for an authentic, engaging experience in the surrounding community and culture increases, technology plug-ins are making it easier for meeting professionals to meet the needs of attendees without additional research and contracts. An Unprecedented Partnership.

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Master the Event

DECEMBER 13, 2023

If you’re lucky your office will have a committee where the various tasks involved with planning the event can be assigned. If you’re one of the unfortunate ones, the planning my fall entirely on your plate. If you’re lucky. Well, fear not, help is here!

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Prestige Events Magazine

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Arc Event Consultancy’s Becs Leach and freelance safeguarding specialist Dawn Grant will deliver roundtables on flexible working practices and safeguarding respectively. Harding said: “There has been a lot of discussion around counter terrorism this year.

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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? All-Inclusive or Full-Service Planning. You will coordinate every element of the event from vendors to venues and sponsorships to guests.

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Attendease

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

No matter how you slice it, managing multiple events requires planning superpowers. But being an event planning rockstar doesn’t mean your job is easy. If you’re new to the event planning game, these tips will help you get started on the right foot. Stellar time management can help you get there.

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Eventmobi

JANUARY 24, 2019

PCMA suggests spending 55% of your budget on F&B, AV and speaker/entertainment as these items have a direct impact on the overall attendee experience. Entertainment. In order to cover expenses, different revenue avenues can be leveraged, for example: Advertising revenues (event program, internet web site). Number of People.

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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. Prepare food, drinks, entertainment content, etc.,

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SmartMeetings

SEPTEMBER 5, 2019

In addition to the space and the food, what else do you need to run your event? The list could include audio/visual equipment, decor, alternate furniture (a work/conference setup instead of dining tables), a lounge area, booths for sponsors, entertainment, and the staff to manage it. Review the Contract. Author Azure Collier.

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