5 Benefits of Conducting an Event Planner Website Audit in 2025
Nearly every new client makes one important stop in their customer journey before hiring you as their NYC event planner: your event planning website. Whether they find you through your social media marketing, stop at your booth at NYC’s top event planning conference, or connect with you through a mutual friend, they will almost certainly […]
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 […]
Email Marketing Tips to Stay Top of Mind with Potential Clients
Mad Men of yesteryear could only dream of a marketing strategy as effective as email marketing. For every dollar you invest on email marketing, NYC event planners can expect to receive roughly $36 in revenue. But that doesn’t mean email marketing is easy money. Rather, it’s a skill with a long list of best practices […]
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 […]
5 Proven Strategies to Build Your Event Planning Brand
Breaking into the event world and making a name for yourself in NYC can be challenging. As one of the biggest markets for event planners, New York City offers both unlimited potential for growth and serious competition. So, what can you do to stand out from the crowd? Try these five proven event strategies to […]
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 […]
Scaling Your Event Business in NYC: When and How to Expand Your Team
Countless tasks go into planning events in NYC. Your patchwork of event business duties ranges from finding a florist to putting together leis for a luau-themed corporate holiday party to figuring out how to translate an Excel budget spreadsheet into a simple and lovely pie chart for your client presentation. The trouble is that your […]
Rebranding Your Event Business: How to Refresh Your Image in NYC
Everyone grows and changes, both personally and professionally. Oftentimes, the evolution happens alongside a major life event, such as the loss of a loved one or a milestone birthday. Sometimes, outward circumstances force change upon us, such as a changing marketplace or a disastrous event irreversibly damaging a hard-won reputation. Still, other times, a sense […]
Top Networking Tips for Event Planners Looking to Grow Their Business in NYC
New York City is one of the most competitive markets in the event planning industry, and growing your business here requires more than just talent and expertise—it requires strategic networking. With countless opportunities to connect, collaborate, and engage, building a strong professional network around your business is essential for standing out in the Big Apple. […]