Guidebook

JUNE 21, 2018

Download our free, 300-page workbook and handbook, the Professional Event Planning Guide. In this guide, five event pros from all ends of the spectrum — corporate meetings, boutique conferences, high-end agencies, and association events — weigh in on running an event from start to finish.

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Planning Pod

JUNE 13, 2024

In today’s competitive landscape, differentiating your event or venue business is crucial. Everywhere we look, there are new venues and event services sprouting like dandelions. It demonstrates proactive risk management By offering or requiring event insurance, you showcase your commitment to risk management.

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Social Tables

APRIL 20, 2023

Event planning consistently ranks as one of most stressful jobs in the U.S. Whether planners find themselves forced to work with difficult personalities, try to juggle juxtaposing requests, fix event planning mistakes, or balance dozens of last-minute event changes, event planners have plenty of reasons to feel stressed.

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Planning Pod

JULY 1, 2024

Enter event insurance, which acts as a safety net to protect both your clients and your business. This article explores the different types of event insurance available, helping you understand how each policy can safeguard your clients and foster a secure environment for your business to thrive. Learn more today!

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Eventsforce

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

The world of insurance today can be a jungle for many event professionals. At the same time, new trends like hybrid events are posing new challenges for insurance companies too. As a savvy event professional, you know how important it is to get insurance for your hybrid event. Put it in simple terms.

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Eventsforce

OCTOBER 7, 2019

In fact, preparing your events for all kinds of eventualities, especially around things like accidents, terrorism and national disasters has never been so important. In fact, planning for event insurance is something that should be at the top of an organiser’s to-do list as leaving it late may mean not finding the cover you need.

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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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Expo Pass

JULY 30, 2024

The first step to preparing for another potential outage is understanding how it could impact your event experience. The damages and required contingency plans will change depending on when an outage occurs in the event planning process. Essentially, any aspect of event planning that relies on a computer.

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Eventsforce

MAY 12, 2020

Many are also having to deal with the financial consequences of cancelling and rescheduling events – which adds another level of burden especially when it comes to dealing with insurance cover. So what are some of the critical things organisers need to understand about event insurance in the current climate?

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Event Industry News

OCTOBER 13, 2023

Pattern, a trusted name in embedded insurance, has entered into a new strategic partnership with Giggster, a leading platform for unique production and event venue bookings. This collaboration marks an exciting development in the realm of event liability insurance for the production and event booking space.

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QC Event School

JANUARY 13, 2023

We’ve compiled 20 essential event planning tips for beginners that will make the whole process easier than ever! What is Event Planning? First thing’s first: what exactly is event planning? Event planning is the process of organizing and coordinating an event or gathering.

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EventBank Insights

SEPTEMBER 19, 2019

Whether for business or pleasure, events require careful planning, attention to detail and focus on the right priorities. Finding the right venue can make or break an event, so it’s important that you find the perfect venue to house your event. But how do you find the perfect event venue?

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 7, 2018

Event planning is a risky business. Recent natural disasters, labor strikes, even a massive data breach that may have compromised the identities of 500 million Starwood guests, have illustrated the number of things that can go wrong in the event professional world. You can’t insure against everything. Prepare for GDPR.

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Planning Pod

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Types of Floorplans Architectural Floorplans Architectural floorplans provide a foundational understanding of the physical space available for an event. Site Floorplans Site floorplans go beyond architecture by providing a broader context for the event in showcasing the exterior of a venue and what surrounds it.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 14, 2022

There’s been a lot of bumping of meetings and events, Dominguez reported. That has lead some planners to create robust force majeure cancellations clauses, but he warned that they could be as much a risk as a cushion to events. Treasury Department would cover the rest if the event is canceled. Forward Steps, Together.

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Social Tables

APRIL 22, 2021

But without a clear idea of what you’re hoping to achieve with the live music portion of your event, you’re unlikely to end up with a memorable concert. The best live music events have a concept or theme driving the narrative. Pick a venue. Many venues are set up for and willing to accommodate live music.

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QC Event School

APRIL 12, 2022

So, you’re thinking of a career as an event planner. Now the question is: should you start an event planning business? More to the point – is event planning the right career for you in the first place? Is Event Planning Hard? What Does an Event Planner Do? That’s great!

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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.

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Event Leadership Institute

FEBRUARY 13, 2020

While certain occurrences can be handled by quick thinking and taking preventative measures, other things that could go wrong may require insurance. As a result, it’s important for event and meeting planners to have a good grasp of basic insurance principles to ensure that they have the proper coverage for their events.

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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 3 – Establish a realistic event budget. Event Income.

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Eventtia

MAY 16, 2022

Are you currently planning an event but are not sure about whether you should get event insurance? Without further ado, let us begin with the basics: what is event insurance? What is Event Insurance? Why Do You Need Event Insurance? You’ve come to the right place.

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Planning Pod

AUGUST 20, 2024

Do you find yourself dreaming up the intricacies of perfectly executed events? If so, starting an event planning business might be the career for you. Let’s be honest…the event industry is a passionate but sometimes anxiety-filled one. Planning Pod is your ultimate event management toolkit. But never fear!

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Guidebook

JUNE 26, 2018

Set expectations and get clarity by preparing your questions for event venues, sponsors and suppliers. Ask the venue. Don’t sign a contract with a venue until you’ve searched every closet for a skeleton! Double down on questions about the wifi at the venue. What kind of insurance do you have?

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QC Event School

MAY 20, 2021

What will the event planning industry look like once the COVID-19 pandemic is finally over? QC Event School Student Ambassador, Neena McConnell, is here to give her predictions! Neena QC graduate and professional wedding/event planner. How COVID Has Impacted the Event Planning Industry. Online venue tours.

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QC Event School

JUNE 27, 2022

If you’re looking to start or grow a business as an event planner, you’re in luck! In this article, we’ll discuss 25 of the best tools to grow your event planning business and find success in this exciting industry. PRO TIP: Is event planning your DREAM job? “How Do I Make My Event Planning Company Stand Out?”

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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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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 5, 2022

Even as in-person meetings continue to reemerge with a vengeance, virtual meetings have taken a primary position in the event professional toolbox. The demand for the convenience and flexibility of virtual events isn’t going anywhere,” he said upon the release of the company’s “ Hybrid Event Planning in 2022: The Complete Guide.”.

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Planning Pod

JANUARY 12, 2021

Opening an event venue comes with a long checklist of items that must be in place for a successful launch … and chances are, as a new event space entrepreneur, you’ve probably already read a dozen or so articles that have run you through the basics. Sign up for a free trial today!

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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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Planning Pod

APRIL 3, 2020

Which brings me to the subject at hand … how can event venues, restaurants, hotels, event planners and event planning firms get some financial relief in these dark times. Enter the Small Business Administration’s Paycheck Protection Program Loan (PPP for short).

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 4, 2023

Sheaks, attorney, author and faculty legal advisor for International Association of Venue Managers to break down the major legal challenges meeting profs should be aware of in 2023. To offer some helpful insight in what areas to be on the lookout for, Smart Meetings sat down with Ty M.

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Prestige Events Magazine

MAY 11, 2021

Company launches two new tools to help brand, agency and venue event planners make better decisions. Two new services are on offer from EventDecision, giving Brand, Agency and Venue planners intelligence-led tools to ensure sustainability is both measured and reported; and that venue WiFi is up to speed.

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EventSource

FEBRUARY 6, 2020

” – Melissa, Lustre Events. Fab Fête Event Planning Boutique. “Carmela and Gilad’s gorgeous, lakeside cottage wedding was definitely one of our favourite events from last season! ” – Tamara and Michelle, Fab Fête Event Planning Boutique. All That Jaz Weddings. Devoted to You.

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Eventinterface

OCTOBER 20, 2016

The award show was attended by about 500 VIP guests and broadcast from the atrium at the venue. At the same time, all conference rooms and indoor pool had been transformed into unique event spaces honoring the best film nominations. From décor to drinks, food and entertainment, each room offered a unique event experience.

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Hubilo Blog

JANUARY 31, 2019

That’s why we’ll provide you with a list of commonly missed event planning details. Venue Details. After sketching out a structured, broad plan, we might forget to follow-up with the details. Taking care of event venue details are truly important, so don’t make this rookie mistake. . Dietary Restrictions.

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Hubilo Blog

JANUARY 8, 2019

Whenever you are thinking of organizing an event, there are many decisions you have to make. The one decision that is likely to have the most significance is the venue you pick for your event. With the right guidelines, choosing an event venue can be easy as pie. When should you start looking for a Venue?

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