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5 Ways to Make Fundraising Easy
Fundraising can be a tough activity. The goal is to make as much money as possible while spending as little as possible. Depending on who is doing the fundraiser, resources may be incredibly limited so here are 5 tips to help you in planning a successful fundraising...
Venue of the Month: The Drake Hotel
ABOUT THE VENUE February's Venue of the Month is the legendary The Drake Hotel. Not only does this luxury property afford its guests easy access to the city’s most exclusive shopping, nightlife, and dining but it has a timeless story that is woven into the very fabric...
Winter Beverage: Mulled Wine
My first experience with mulled wine was while studying abroad in Italy. My school was based in Rome but a friend and I had taken a weekend trip to Venice in November. Coming from a dry household I, unlike basically every other college kid, was not a huge drinker....
5 Tips for Improving Your Sales
Sales Isn't a Dirty Word. Event Planning is often times as much a sales job as it is a planning and organizational job. Yes, you have to be creative and think on you feet, but many times you have to sell your clients on the best ideas and processes to ensure the...
Great Recipes for February
February is the month where Netflix is your best friend and the Chicago wind is your mortal enemy. So what better thing to do that make delicious, hearty meals? This fantastic article from Food Network gives you over 30 ideas for great recipes to enjoy this...
Easy, Fancy Valentine’s Day Dinner Ideas
MAKE A FABULOUS MEAL Forget to make a reservation? Or perhaps you'd rather not be bothered by the restaurant crowds with your special someone. Either way, surprise your significant other this Valentine's Day with an amazing, home-cooked meal. There are a variety of...
Building Your Catering Business: How to Work with Event Professionals (An Article from Foodtruckr.com)
This fantastic article from foodtruckr.com is a quick guide for any future caterer, and a good inside read for event planners. It helps to keep yourself fresh on both perspectives, regardless of what side of the field you are on. At the end of the day, you need to...
Valentine’s Day Cocktails
This year, skip the sweets and go right for the good stuff. Regardless of how you choose to spend Valentine's day, there's no reason not to make your beverages festive. Click the links to get recipes from Liquor.com, HGTV, AboutFood, and Saveur and get a little sexy...
Read of the Month: #GirlBoss
While the title of this book may scream to you "Girls Only!" I assure you that this fast-paced book is a must read for everyone. I confess that I myself am officially obsessed with this book! It's the perfect incentive to keep up with your New Year's Resolutions. ...