7 Amazing Event Entertainment Ideas to Elevate Attendee Engagement
Entertainment is central to your event. The beef marsala may be exquisite. The décor may be to die for. But if the entertainment is a bust, your entire event goes down in flames. You prove your mettle in event planning design when you line up entertainment that not only rocks, but also lives on in […]
6 Trending Corporate Event Themes to Inspire Your Event Planning Creativity
You’re organizing your umpteenth corporate event, and while you love being an NYC event planner, you’re left wanting for inspiration. How can you make this corporate event stand out from the rest? Below, we have creative takes on trending favorites that will make your next NYC event crisp and fresh. Good Ol’ BBQ Corporate Event […]
11 New York Event Venues with Stunning Views
As a professional New York Event Planner, you know that the perfect event begins with picking the right venue. Sure, it needs to be the right size, have the needed amenities, and create the right atmosphere. However, if you are hosting NYC events, expectations and standards are higher. Instead of choosing a boring and bare […]
8 Steps to Creating Memorable Experiences for New York Events
Corporate event and social event attendees can be an event planner’s greatest marketing asset. But to evangelize your event guests, you have to dazzle them with every aspect of your events. And to make every element memorable, consider these steps and high-value insights for inspiration. When your NYC event guests rave about their experiences, you […]
The Dos and Don’ts of Event Promotion: Common Mistakes to Avoid & Best Practices to Follow
New York life would be simpler with a handbook of dos and don’ts. Do have your MetroCard ready before you reach the turnstile. Don’t—and we mean it, mister, do not—steal that cab. Transgressors would be punished with Saturday morning detention in front of Grand Central, passing out said instruction manual to newcomers. We’ll just have to […]
11 Must-Attend Event Planning Conferences 2024 (October is a BIG one!)
As an event planner or event services professional, you know the business-boosting benefits of attending industry conferences. And 2024 is chock full of great event planning conferences and expos. But as we round the corner to the last half of the year, there are a few must-attend conferences to add to your list. While these […]
Explore Time-Saving Tips for Busy New York Event Planners
Time is money – and especially for high-impact, hyper-busy New York event planners. So, you’re always looking for brilliant ways to shave minutes off of every tedious event planning task. Sure, you use apps and automations, you outsource vendors, and you take special care to avoid time-wasting activities. But today, we’re addressing a few specific […]
Overcoming Imposter Syndrome: Strategies for Building Confidence as an Event Planner
Your colleagues look so put together. When you rub shoulders with other, more experienced NYC event planners, you notice an air of self-confidence that puts you on pins and needles. You stand up straighter, steady your voice and prepare your best Mathew McConaughey handshake. Because you can’t let them know that deep down you’re a […]
10 Traits of Successful Entrepreneurs: What Sets Them Apart
Starting an event business can be an exciting and nerve-wracking experience. You want it to succeed but aren’t sure how to take an idea from conception to reality. A good place to start is by looking inward. Successful entrepreneurs and event planners tend to have common traits that set them apart. By developing these traits […]
Embracing Failure: How Event Setbacks Can Fuel Entrepreneurial Growth
Failure for event planners is often a public affair. A groovy DJ gets booked for a crowd more suited to mellow jazz. The bride’s face swells because the cake-contained tree nuts. The festival didn’t sell enough tickets to cover costs. So, how can you use these setbacks as fuel for entrepreneurial growth? The number of […]