5 Insights to Wisely Manage Corporate Event Schedules & Timing
Corporate events require precision planning and coordination to ensure they accurately represent the hosting company. As an event planner, you are trusted to turn an idea into reality. One of the biggest challenges you face is creating a schedule and managing the timing. These events typically have multiple people involved in the planning and want […]
The Role of Social Media Marketing in Event Promotion: Strategies for Success in 2024
It’s no secret. If any business wants to really get on the radar of its clients, it HAS to be on social media. But a mere presence alone isn’t going to move the needle with social media marketing. And when it comes to event planners who need proven platforms for event promotion, social media is […]
The Power of Networking: How to Build Strong Event Vendor Relationships
Networking as a professional NYC event planner is an indispensable tool in building strong vendor relationships, essential for the success of any business. Establishing genuine connections with NYC event vendors can foster trust, reliability, and mutual respect, paving the way for fruitful partnerships. Here are some strategies to harness the power of networking and cultivate […]
9 Top Event Planning Newsletters Pros Should Subscribe to Right Now
As an entrepreneur and New York event planner, you need to immerse yourself in all the best resources and learning opportunities possible. Even when you’re not planning NYC events and celebrations, you can be venturing out to attend networking events, meet new partners, and discover inspiration for new event trends. But don’t overlook the learning […]
Wearable Technology & Events: 5 Ideas to Consider
It is time to embrace the future and use wearable technology in your event planning business. Despite what many people think, wearable technology is no longer just a fun novelty. As an event planner, you can use this technology to take your events from ho-hum to over-the-top memorable. Plus, they offer impressive ROI, making your […]
The Ultimate Guide for Choosing Incredible Guest Speakers for All Your Events
One of the most valuable assets in an event planner’s toolbox are the guest speakers. From celebrity appearances to keynote business speakers, how and who you choose to bring to your events will directly affect attendance. Choose incredible speakers with high-profile visibility and star power, the more guests your event will have. But how do […]
Effective Strategies for Multi-Day Conference Planning and Execution
Multi-day conference planning can be daunting for any corporate event planner, but it doesn’t have to be. With the right strategies and modern tools, you can create a NYC event that is both engaging and memorable. Whether you’re organizing a business conference, a trade show, or a networking event, this guide will provide you with […]
5 Top Event Staffing Partners in NYC
Two servers called off sick, and the one who showed up late couldn’t stop touching her face. The bartender looks hungover, and the valet is flirting with your assistant. Maybe you deal with event staffing issues so often that it’s just another Saturday afternoon in the life of a New York event planner. If so, […]
Event Color Coordination: How Colors Can Enhance the Guest Experience
There’s a lot to consider when planning your next New York City event or party. The event planner’s checklist of “things to do” is long, but you’ve already tackled the big ones. The guest list is complete. And you’ve booked the venue, hired the best event entertainment, and carefully chosen the perfect theme. Now it’s […]
Sustainable Event Planning: Beyond the Basics
Sustainable event planning is organizing events that minimize negative environmental, social, and economic impacts and maximize positive ones. It involves considering the whole life cycle of the event, from the planning stage to the post-event evaluation strategies to reduce waste and conserve resources. Sustainable event planning benefits the planet as well as event organizers and […]