Social Tables

OCTOBER 24, 2017

Combine that excitement with winter comfort foods and activities that bring to mind favorite childhood memories, and you will have an unforgettable winter theme event. Food and Beverage : Serve grilled cheese sandwiches and tomato soup shooters. A retro holiday party is a perfect counterculture winter event theme.

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PCMA Convene

JUNE 8, 2018

To decide which cards in four categories —venue/space, food and beverage, décor and signage, and outreach/education — were necessary for an event they might plan in the future. The post The Game of Sustainable Event Planning appeared first on PCMA Convene. Their challenge?

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Attendease

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

This includes considering your internal resources (budget, stakeholders, event management software) and external resources (sponsors, vendors, partners). Here are some tips for managing corporate event planning across multiple teams and stakeholders: Create a master project plan with milestones, deliverables, and deadlines.

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Attendease

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Strategic Pre-Event Healthcare Event Planning Before diving into the logistics of your healthcare event, it’s essential to define success clearly. Next, build a realistic event budget—factor in venue, food and beverage, A/V, staffing, speakers, promotion, etc. What are your measurable goals?

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

From managing event timelines to event budgeting, event profs have a lot on their plates. And even though innovative event technology solutions help automate many of the event planning processes, certain tasks remain unchanged. Food & Beverage. Banquet Event Orders.

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Eventmobi

APRIL 5, 2018

Prominent names in the industry such as Julius Solaris, editor of the Event Manager Blog, come to CSE Live to speak about future trends, share insights, and stimulate discussion on designing great events. Julius Solaris from Event Manager Blog speaking about event design. Here I have a helium sugar balloon!

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Event Industry News

DECEMBER 14, 2018

Consider using augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) to present event designs and concepts. AllSeated, an event-planning platform, offers a VR “look around” of a 3D-designed floorplan enabling viewers to experience being within an event space just by using a mobile phone and special goggles.

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Planning Pod

APRIL 2, 2020

Early on you should be planning ahead as to your guest list and maximum number of event registrations or RSVPs your event will be able to accommodate. By locking in this number, you now can determine how to design your event so this number of people can comfortably move through the event (what event designers call “event flow”).

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Social Tables

JANUARY 12, 2023

What does an event planner do, exactly? In this article, we break down what event planning is. We look at the duties, skills, and experience required in professional event planning, as well as a variety of planning specialties. – Kristin Banta, Kristin Banta Events, inc. Collaboration.

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Social Tables

APRIL 24, 2018

For the fourth consecutive year, CORT Events partnered with Waste Management and the the Phoenix Open to provide event design expertise to one of the largest golf tournaments on the PGA Tour. Here’s how they were able to create smart, stylized spaces for event attendees to enjoy throughout the weekend. 29 to Feb.

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Endless Events

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Make sure you consider these high-ticket items at a minimum: Venue Speakers Food and beverage Furniture and equipment Staffing (event coordinators, clean up, security, etc.) Feed your event planning into your existing marketing calendar.

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Social Tables

OCTOBER 26, 2017

Traffic in between tables and chairs can flow freely, making this a choice set when there’s food and beverage involved. One of the benefits of using an aligned format is that it’s easy to set up, and helps to maximize a space, as theater seating does. It’s no wonder aligned seating came in close behind staggered seating.

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Social Tables

MAY 17, 2019

Either way, if you plan to include some pineapple in your event menu, you might as well throw some on a table for decoration too! Crepe-paper pom-poms Crepe paper pom poms can hang and float in warm summer breezes or lay squat on food and beverage displays.

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Social Tables

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

They communicate what is included in a particular party experience, such as venue rental, food, alcohol, and event service. They detail the fixed-price cost of hosting an event in a specified space on a designated date, such as a banquet hall, private dining room, or the entire venue.

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Cvent: Event Marketing

APRIL 10, 2019

What is event planning? Event Planning Guide. In this guide, we talk through a basic event planning template, what it means to be a planner, and how event management software can simplify your processes. What is Event Planning? Event Management is Event Planning.

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Planning Pod

FEBRUARY 12, 2021

Event Booking Management + Calendar. Floor Plan Setup Design Tool. Event Planning Toolkit (incl. Food & Beverage Management (Menus, BEOs, etc.). Planning Pod is the only event management software platform of the three covered here that includes a full-featured layout tool in every package.

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

Roughly speaking, planners divide their entire budget into several distinct ‘areas’ of the event. the event venue : a huge piece of the budget cake goes towards renting ballrooms, f&b, and room blocks. event production : event AV costs include all things video, audio, lighting, power, and internet.

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TicketBud

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Their experienced staff can bring a wealth of knowledge to developing the intricacies of your event, and their communication and reliability is crucial for ensuring that all aspects of your event run smoothly. The business also offers service from food trucks to bring a unique flair to your next event.

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PCMA Convene

MARCH 9, 2017

The meetings and events industry is growing and job-growth rates for planners are rising by double digits year over year, points out Laura Lopez, senior community manager for Social Tables, the Washington, D.C.–based based event-planning software company. Lopez’s advice? ”

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Planning Pod

MARCH 24, 2021

Event Floor Plan Design Tool. Food-and-Beverage Management. Event Budget Management. Event Registration & RSVPs. Event Vendor Management. Since we launched in 2013, our tools have helped 10,000+ event pros run their businesses and manage 200,000+ events. Planning Pod Pricing.

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Endless Events

APRIL 13, 2023

Today, the three categories the crew will have to cut, keep, or improve are: Production Food Marketing But before the crew starts making event budget cuts, Nick shares a disclaimer. I know that’s super controversial, but it’s pretty easy and probably the highest cost in the F&B (food and beverage) bubble.

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Social Tables

AUGUST 24, 2023

If you found this article looking for unique and exciting Labor Day party ideas for your event, you’ve come to the right place! From festive foods to employee appreciation ideas, you’ll discover decor tips, recipes, entertainment ideas, and more. Coordinate food, setup, and a communal restroom plan with a team of resident volunteers.

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Social Tables

MAY 22, 2024

It’s a time to come together with friends and family, enjoying good food, fun activities, and heartfelt conversations. If you’re looking to plan a Memorial Day party that will create lasting memories, look no further! Patriotic Drink Station Set up a dedicated drink station with patriotic-colored beverages.

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All Seated

AUGUST 8, 2022

Seasonal food displays. Fall is the perfect time to take advantage of seasonal ingredients,” assures Jacqueline Vizcaino of Tinted Event Design. Bountiful food displays aren’t just for appetizers, though. Rest assured that these pre-ceremony beverages are getting seasonal treatment as well.

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Plan Your Meetings

JUNE 27, 2016

A: Strategic planning. H: Meeting or event design. Plan well and prosper, friends! Plan well and prosper, friends! The 33 skills every meeting and event professional needs to master. A: Strategic planning. The most important piece of the meeting and event planning process is defining the strategy.

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Event Leadership Institute

DECEMBER 31, 2019

You Have Your Event Business. Are you ready to take your event business to the next level? If you’ve taken the craft of event planning to new heights, and want your business growth to reflect that, you’re not alone. Wedding & Event Design Certificate. LEARN MORE. What Do You Do Now? CMP Clock Hours: 20.

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Event Planning BluePrint

MARCH 29, 2022

Following famous event planning companies and event planners can feel like mentorship. Because — believe it or not — some people think they can handle event planning all on their own. How hard can planning their own wedding be? Planning their own wedding will save them money, right? “By Wonderland.

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Stova

OCTOBER 25, 2024

Sustainability is an increasingly pressing concern and should be a priority that guides your event design from inception. Within the event industry, this has led to initiatives like Net Zero Carbon Events (NZCE) designed to promote more environmentally sustainable practices.

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Social Tables

JULY 13, 2023

Who plans a golf course birthday party? Depending on the size, style, and type of birthday affair you want to host, you can manage the event yourself or enlist assistance. Are you planning the party alone or collaborating with several people? Who is paying for the event? How do you plan a golf course birthday party?

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Social Tables

JANUARY 26, 2023

Allocate portions of your ultimate budget to cover different expenses: event venue, accommodations, food, transportation, and other event fees. Step 6: Hire caterers If your retreat venue does not include food and beverage service, that will need to be booked separately. Will travel be required during office hours?

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SpotMe Blog

JUNE 13, 2023

Peace of mind Putting on an impactful pharma event involves countless details and moving parts. Pharmaceutical meeting planners handle it all – from venue selection and food and beverage to HCP attendee management, content creation, and more.

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Meeting Tomorrow

FEBRUARY 19, 2019

From our point of view, the event market is due for another round of disruption—whether it’s in accommodation, food and beverage, event design, attendee engagement, or highly effective data solutions.

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Endless Events

JUNE 20, 2023

Instead of scratching your head, follow these tips to create a better experience for Gen Z professionals at your next event. Plan a Digitally-Connected Event Events are already trending towards digital-first spaces, but this is a must-have for Gen Z audiences. Try to pack as much value into your event and upgrades.

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Social Tables

OCTOBER 14, 2016

But you’ve forgotten one important piece of the puzzle: how do you plan on engaging your attendees? Attendee engagement is an oft-overlooked component that is just as important as the venue or food and beverage. Attendee engagement is just as important as the venue or food and beverage Click To Tweet. Social Media.

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TicketBud

APRIL 29, 2019

Having a clear goal and understanding your key customer base is vital for successful events. What is Your Event Goal? Is it an event designed to have immediate profitable impact? Is it an experience designed to get people to try your venue? Is the event about community building? Such as a fundraiser.

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Venues Food and Beverage Social Media Sports 60

Social Tables

APRIL 6, 2023

Pick a color scheme Select a color scheme to use when planning and hosting a Kentucky Derby party. Determine a cohesive color scheme that you can rely on when selecting party décor, invitations, and other party elements that create the overall event design. Traditional spectator derby colors are black, white, or navy.

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Expo Pass

JULY 2, 2024

Get your passports and pencils ready, planners, because today, we’re diving into the globe-trotting world of destination event planning! Our recent webinar, Smart Planning for Destination Events , was hosted by our spectacular team and featured two experts in destination events. We love our curious attendees!

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