5 Social Media Strategies to Make Your Event Go Viral
Most event planners dream of making their event go viral. The massive reach, explosive brand recognition, and the street cred that go along with marketing a viral event are powerful temptations to do everything you can to “go viral.” But here’s the thing: event planners don’t make events go viral. Attendees and social media users […]
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 With 2025 ushering in fresh trends and expectations, sticking to outdated or ineffective marketing methods could cost you clients and opportunities.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 […]
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 […]
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 Portfolio: Showcasing Your Best Event Work
As an event planner just starting out, creating a strong portfolio is one of the most impactful steps you can take to attract clients and grow your business. Your portfolio is more than just a collection of past events. It’s a showcase of your creativity, versatility, and expertise. A well-curated portfolio gives potential clients a […]
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 […]