5 Time Management Hacks for Event Planners
If event planning has you feeling like The White Rabbit from Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, then it’s time to revisit your time management skills. Planning your time with the same gusto and expertise with which you plan events will improve all areas of your life. Professionally, you’ll meet all of your deadlines while still finding […]
Incorporating Live Performances for an Unforgettable Event Experience
Event attendees deserve a chance to let loose after a day (or more) of attending seminars, conferences, and trade booths. Give them an opportunity to let their hair down, loosen their tie, and whoop it up with an unforgettable live performance. Live entertainment will help crystallize your event in your attendees’ memories. Get their juices flowing […]
Multi-Day Social Events in NYC: Proven Methods for Smooth Execution
Multi-day social events in NYC can make or break your event planning business. Execute them well, and you’ll quickly become one of the most sought-after event planners in the city. On the other hand, it can be difficult to recover from a disastrous multi-day social event. That’s why it’s crucial to keep your events running […]
How to Plan a Successful Fundraising Gala in NYC: An Event Planner’s Guide
Fundraising Galas are some of the highest-stakes events you can take on as an event planner. Not only do you have all the usual pressures of pulling off a showstopping NYC event, but you also need to be sure your gala is successful as a fundraiser, too. After all, your client is paying you to […]
Insights for Crafting & Sending the Most Attractive Event Invitations
We’ve lost something in our culture of all-day yoga pants and texting acronyms. After all, how sincerely can you wish someone a happy birthday when you only tap out three letters, HBD, instead of spelling the words out? Isn’t wishing for your friend’s happiness worth, at the very least, searching out an appropriate emoji? Sure, […]
5 Ways to Incorporate the Taste of NYC Into Your Events
New York City is a melting pot of cultures, customs, and cuisines. It’s a reflection of the city’s diversity and culinary creativity. NYC event planners are able to tap into any cuisine they want when hosting all types of events, from corporate to social. The array of flavors available here is unmatched and will bring […]
Lighting & Event Magic: 4 Immersive Lighting Considerations
Planning an NYC event requires a massive amount of attention to each detail. Catering considerations, decor, immersive entertainment, and others all have to mesh and function seamlessly. By that same token, immersive lighting considerations can arguably be the difference between a mediocre event and one hailed as out of this world. If you’re an NYC […]
12 Event Planner Essential Items to Have with You at All Times
Event professionals are masters of preparation and organization. And you likely thrive in high-energy event environments, wrangling vendors and juggling last-minute event checklists. In a way, you’re like a survivalist with a solution or innovative remedy for any challenge that arises. Today, we’re talking about what essentials event planners usually have on hand to ensure […]
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 […]