Why the One-Size-Fits-All Events Packages Won’t Work in 2025
If you’ve scrolled through Facebook lately, you have probably seen ads for a litany of made-to-order products. You can order a “painting” of yourself outfitted like a medieval duchess. Gift your newly engaged sister a Christmas ornament that depicts her and her betrothed as frolicking elves. You can even put your cat’s face on a […]
6 Reasons Networking Continues to Be Red-Hot for NYC Event Planners
When the temps start falling in NYC, it gets harder to push yourself out the door unless it’s absolutely necessary, such as for a cinnamon roll from Modern Bread & Bagel. You know, important stuff. Other things, like schlepping over to the First Friday meeting at your local chamber, seem much less important when freezing […]
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 With 2025 ushering in fresh trends and expectations, sticking to outdated or ineffective marketing methods could cost you clients and opportunities.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 […]
Paid Ads & Events: 6 Insights to Maximize Every PPC Dollar
You have so many options for marketing your NYC event. It’s tough to figure out the best way to spend your marketing dollars. Google’s constantly changing algorithm may have you rethinking content and SEO optimization. And social media marketing is taking up more and more of your time because there are simply so many platforms. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]