Posts by Maria Waida
Wedding Contracts for Events 101
Protect your business, get on the same page with clients, and outline every project with the help of an event or wedding contract. This paperwork will serve as the foundation for decision making and provide much-needed guidance during the event planning process. Plus, clients tend to appreciate it when their event planner presents them with…
Read MoreThe Essential Steps to Starting an Event Management Business
The U.S. Department of Labor’s research shows that getting your event management business plan together is a smart move right now. The industry is growing faster than most. And because no specialized training is required to start one, you can expect to start turning a profit much, much faster. How do I start my own…
Read MoreThe Ultimate Party Planning Checklist Template
Whether you own a party planning business or you’re just throwing an event for family and friends, this party planning checklist will help you get organized before the big day! In this post: Items Needed for a Birthday PartyParty Planning Tips: 2-3 Months BeforeParty Planning Tips: 1 Month BeforeParty Planning Tips: 1 Week BeforeParty Planning…
Read More35 Awesome Summer Event Decor Ideas
Regardless of whether your summer events are for friends or colleagues, there are plenty of seasonal decor options available for both your summer event theme and budget. Use these 35 inventive and practical summer event decor ideas to kick start your season. Explore summer event decor ideas 1. Whale print table runners Or whale print…
Read More25 Budget-Friendly & Beautiful Event Centerpiece Ideas
Whether you’re rocking the corporate AmEx or pinching pennies in your own personal account, there are lots of stylish wedding and event centerpiece ideas to choose from. You will find that a little creativity goes a long way when it comes to event decor. Which is why we encourage you to use these ideas as…
Read MoreThe Most Efficient Wedding Planning Checklist
Whether you have a year and a half or only six months to plan your wedding, this wedding planning checklist will help you organize and make decisions without all the unnecessary stress. We broke the wedding planning checklist into a few sections based on time until the big day: 6 to 9 Months Out6 to…
Read More7 Ways to Provide the Best Hotel Customer Service
Did you know that improving their customer service could collectively save U.S. companies $62 billion annually? The best hotels know that good hotel customer service is ideal for increasing revenue, but it’s also very helpful for brand development and customer retention. Unlike your location, building structure, or amenities, providing the best hotel service experience is…
Read MoreAmazing Wedding Planners in Every Major U.S. City
If you searched for the top wedding planners in your city, you’ve come to the right place. Featuring dozens of excellent wedding planners across the United States, you’re sure to find the people you need to pull off this extra special event. Explore unique wedding planners We’ve added a variety of highly rated, unique,…
Read More10 Expert Wedding Planning Tips for Impressing Clients & Staying Sane
Did you know that over 2 million weddings take place in the U.S. every year? Thanks to these and other wedding statistics, we know that being a wedding planner can be both financially and emotionally rewarding. Whether you have one or a dozen weddings on your schedule this year, here are some wedding planning tips…
Read MoreHow to Create Better Networking Moments at Events
Did you know that 85% of job openings are filled through face-to-face networking? With statistics like that, it’s no wonder why networking events continue to grow in popularity. Here are some great examples of impactful networking events from leading brands along with ideas you can apply to your next affair. 3 Successful networking event examples…
Read MoreThe Best Wedding Planning Software & Tools
These days, wedding planning is mostly all done online. About 80% of those newly engaged (and 1 out of every 3 forward-thinking Millennials prior to their engagement) use wedding planning software, tools, and websites to make the process more efficient. You might have even stumbled across this article when you searched for how to start…
Read MoreEvent Names: Tactics, Tools, and Ideas Worth Stealing
Events bring people together to enjoy new experiences. But in order to get attendees through the door, you’ll need to come up with a great name that grabs their attention and piques their interest. The right event name can solidify your event brand, convey your mission, and help fans (new and old) find you. Do…
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