A Closer Look at Katie O’s Food Carnival
With over 7,300 restaurants, caterers and food vendors, Chicago has some of the most incredible and creative food minds in the world. Chicago Planner Magazine prides itself on featuring exceptional individuals who are impressive go-getters that are not only good at...
PartySlate is Changing the Event Game
PartySlate is a space to share new ideas with access to best local event planners, caterers, venues, decor & design professionals.
Planners: Get Hired with These 7 Steps for Writing Marketing Copy
7 Steps of Writing Marketing Copy that Motivates Clients to Hire You Guest post from Kristie Lorette McCauley of The Wedding Planner Copywriter If you are like most planners, it can be a struggle to find the right words for your website, emails, a brochure, and other...
Health, Work & Beauty: Hydration
Growing up I drank tons of pop (or soda depending on where you're from). I like the sugar and the fizzy feeling. But I've read so much about people losing anywhere from 5-30lbs in a year simply from cutting out sugary, canned soda beverages. Not to mention, all...
Health, Work & Beauty: Improving My Lifestyle
Being an event planner is a time consuming job. There is no clocking in and out. You have to be prepared for anything all the time. So how do you keep a healthy lifestyle? I'm excited to say that I've recently accepted a position with an international event...
A Closer Look at Katie O’s Food Carnival
With over 7,300 restaurants, caterers and food vendors, Chicago has some of the most incredible and creative food minds in the world. Chicago Planner Magazine prides itself on featuring exceptional individuals who are impressive go-getters that are not only good at...
PartySlate is Changing the Event Game
PartySlate is a space to share new ideas with access to best local event planners, caterers, venues, decor & design professionals.
Planners: Get Hired with These 7 Steps for Writing Marketing Copy
7 Steps of Writing Marketing Copy that Motivates Clients to Hire You Guest post from Kristie Lorette McCauley of The Wedding Planner Copywriter If you are like most planners, it can be a struggle to find the right words for your website, emails, a brochure, and other...
Health, Work & Beauty: Hydration
Growing up I drank tons of pop (or soda depending on where you're from). I like the sugar and the fizzy feeling. But I've read so much about people losing anywhere from 5-30lbs in a year simply from cutting out sugary, canned soda beverages. Not to mention, all...
Health, Work & Beauty: Improving My Lifestyle
Being an event planner is a time consuming job. There is no clocking in and out. You have to be prepared for anything all the time. So how do you keep a healthy lifestyle? I'm excited to say that I've recently accepted a position with an international event...
Keep Warm in Chi-beria with these Warm Cocktails from Delish.com
With record-breaking temperatures many places are closing down or people are going out to the places they normally go. So if you're events have been postponed or cancelled, why not enjoy a nice warm beverage before cozying into bed? Click Here for some great warm...
DIY Recipe: Bacon & Goat Cheese Biscuits
Make these delicious biscuits as part of a meal or an appetizer. The best part is that is so easy! INGREDIENTS: 3/4 Cup Butter 1/4 Package of Bacon 1 Package of Goat Cheese 1 Container of Pillsbury Biscuits (thawed) INSTRUCTIONS: 1. Pre-heat the oven for 7-10...
Being Better at Business: An Interview with TravelPod Creator and TripAdvisor’s VP of SEO, Luc Levesque
I believe that the best event planners are creative business people. You have to come up with great solutions - sometimes at the last minute - manage employees, vendors and client expectations while delivering amazing results. Not everything can always be perfect,...
Get Home on New Year’s Eve
Hopefully you've made your New Year's Eve Plans already. If you have, be sure you've figured out how you're getting home. Keep in mind that taxis are near impossible to get - you could be waiting hours so be sure to add an app to your phone or order ahead of time. ...
Easy Holiday Recipe: Bacon Cheeseburger Dip
Click the image to learn how to make a delicious, easy appetizer or snack that everyone will enjoy this holiday season from Foodie!
Finish Your Holiday Shopping! Check Out These Lists or Donate to a Charity
If you are still trying to figure out how you're going to get so-and-so a gift, here are some other lists to help you get your last minute shopping on. And yes, there's an app for that....
BBJ Creates Easy, New Design App for Event Planners
Event planners are always looking for the latest and greatest to be better at what they do while impressing their clients. Knowing that, BBJ Linen, one of the top linen rental companies in not just Chicago but the nation, has developed a free app for the iPad...
How to Buy for Difficult People or Ones You Don’t Know
When you have to buy a gift for someone you don't know, it's the worst. Or even if you know the person, they may be really picky. So how do you find a great gift? Below are some Dos and Don'ts to help you be a great holiday shopper (even if it's last minute). DO NOT...
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Hear from Rose Horcher O’Connor, VP of Client Services at Choose Chicago and Hannah Loftus, VP of Research at World Business Chicago about the trends, major events and conventions, and economic indicators that will shape Chicago in 2026. Gain insights into demands, growing sectors, opportunities for your business, and what to expect in the year ahead.