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Smart Phones, Social Media & Why You Should Know About It
You don't have to love social media, the internet or anything technologically related to be an event planner, but you do need to be willing to incorporate it. Especially if you're involved in B2B events, public events, non-profit/fundraising, etc. This study, The...
The Local Tourist
One of the greatest cohesive tools for navigating and exploring Chicago is The Local Tourist. There's a lot going on this city and it can be hard to keep up. So while MetroMix & Thrillist are also great, today I am featuring a fellow local blogger. Initially a...
Weekend in Chicago: Wicker Park Fest
Wondering what to do this weekend? Well if you aren't going to be going to an Olympic viewing party today, or if the Fiesta del Sol isn't quite in your neighborhood, there's always the Wicker Park Fest. It starts this weekend so get out of the house and check out...
2012 London Olympics Viewing Parties in Chicago & Fiesta del Sol
You don't have to be a sports fan to love the Olympics and even if you're still feeling the sting of Chicago's 2016 loss for the bid, that doesn't mean you shouldn't be supporting the USA! If you haven't made your Friday night plans yet, check out these places that...
The Pump Room at Public Hotel
Yep, that's real gold leafing on that ceiling. "The Library" I had the joy of experiencing lunch at The Pump Room, one of Chicago's most famous restaurants. Newly renovated by Boutique Hotel Entrepreneur & Legend Ian Schrager (Studio 54 may be one...
Crisis Management: What Can Be Learned From The Dark Knight Rises Shooting
Everyone was taken aback when they heard about The Dark Knight Rises shooting tragedy. Initially I thought the cancellations of the Paris & Tokyo premiers were a bit extreme -- one mentally unstable person does not reflect the actual film or those who made it. ...
Promoting Your Event Through Radio: Interview with Dave Karwowski of 101.9FM The Mix, 100.3 Rewind & 97.1 The Drive
You may have created and organized the perfect event but now you need to promote it. I sat down with Dave Karwowski, Director of Marketing for 101.9 The Mix, 100.3 Rewind and 97.1 The Drive, to discuss what any event planner should know when considering or choosing...
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