12 Marketing Mistakes You Could Be Making (And How to Fix Them in 2025)
As an event planner in New York City, you know the competition is fierce. Landing event clients and ensuring stellar attendance demands not only exceptional planning skills but also a top-notch marketing strategy. With 2025 ushering in fresh trends and expectations, sticking to outdated or ineffective marketing methods could cost you clients and opportunities. Let’s […]
Niche Events or No? Why Some Event Professionals Are Branching Outside Their Comfort Zones in 2025
You grew your event planning business by following one simple rule: say yes to everything. From backyard children’s birthday parties to a Harry Potter-themed wedding, no job was too small or too weird for you to build your event planning chops. But now, a couple approached you wanting themselves and their guests dressed as zombies […]
Starting an Event Planning Business? 5 Reasons to Find a Mentor
You’ve been planning big events since the time you were a wee tike. You fired your mother from birthday party plans when she had the gall to suggest a pizza package at the greasy neighborhood joint. Instead, you went to work on party favors, decorations, and a homemade cake. You invited the entire first-grade class, […]
How to Know When It’s Time to Reevaluate Your Event Planning Rates & Packages
You’re hustling to grow your event planning business. Bookings are up, the calendar is full, and there aren’t enough hours in the day to get everything done on your growing task list. But for all your hard work, you aren’t hitting your financial goals. Maybe you’re skimping on takeout meals or opting to stay in […]
6 Top Conferences Every Event Planner Needs to Exhibit at in 2025
The holidays are the time of year when you reconnect with family, and you can’t help but notice how much your cousin’s kids have grown since you’ve last seen them. If only your event planning business could experience the kind of growth spurt that will make it unrecognizable a year from now. Luckily, there’s one […]
Building Strategic Partnerships to Grow Your Event Business
Event planning pros are already well-versed on the importance of relationships. You network your tail off to grow relationships that will support your success. You schmooze sponsors and connect with clients. Heck, the ritz and glitz of your finished product, in the form of spectacular events, boils down to the simple art of bringing people […]
Creating a Strong Event Planning Portfolio: The Complete 2026 Guide
Your event planning portfolio is one of the most powerful tools for attracting clients and growing your business. More than just a collection of past events, a strong portfolio is a strategic showcase of your creativity, versatility, and expertise. In 2026, the way clients evaluate event planners has evolved, and your portfolio needs to keep […]
How to Leverage Social Media to Attract High-End Event Clients
Social media is essential for today’s businesses and especially for event planners. In fact, potential clients are very likely to visit your social media pages early on in their decision-making process, so what they see has a big impact on whether they hire you for future events. Active and appealing social media pages create a […]
The Power of Testimonials: How to Use Client Reviews to Grow Your NYC Event Planning Business
Client reviews can be a game-changer for growing your NYC event planning business. From website testimonials to case studies, using real client feedback enhances your reputation and proves your event expertise. By strategically showcasing positive reviews, you create social proof that attracts new clients and builds trust. Harnessing the power of testimonials is key to […]
Building a Referral Network in NYC: Marketing Tips for Event Planners
Imagine waking in the morning to a slew of emails and texts from potential clients inquiring about your event planning services. Picture sipping your Americano from Bird & Branch, and your phone is blowing up with new clients. It may seem like a far-fetched dream now, but it could be your reality when you build […]