Read of the Month: Performing Under Pressure
We have ALL been there and being able to perform under pressure is key for any event planner. While this book may not have been written by event planners, it could have (should have?) been. Clients can cause a lot of stress and during an event, a worried client is...
Realistic Organization Tips
Start Off Easy - Stop Trying to Completely Change How You Live Sometimes it's hard to be organized, especially if you do not have any OCD tendencies. In the events world, everyone assumes your home and work space looks exactly like a Crate & Barrel display. But...
Caterer of the Month: Cappuccino Catering with CCI Presents
Our Caterer of the Month is CCI Presents. What makes them interesting is the vast array of beverages they offer in addition to the unique and beautiful presentations of their offerings. When I first saw this company at a Choose Chicago event, I was blown away by the...
Work in Hospitality in Chicago? Find out Who Has Discounts with Industry Night Insider
Listed by days, find out what locations provides discounts to hospitality industry members in the city! New places get added every week. Go to www.industrynightinsider.com
Venue of the Month: Virgin Hotel
Chicago Planner Magazine's Venue of the Month is the Virgin Hotel Chicago, located in the heart of downtown Chicago. With incredible Chicago views, the first of the Virgin Hotel chain also boasts its rooftop, Cerise, which is sure to be the place to go this summer....
Read of the Month: Performing Under Pressure
We have ALL been there and being able to perform under pressure is key for any event planner. While this book may not have been written by event planners, it could have (should have?) been. Clients can cause a lot of stress and during an event, a worried client is...
Realistic Organization Tips
Start Off Easy - Stop Trying to Completely Change How You Live Sometimes it's hard to be organized, especially if you do not have any OCD tendencies. In the events world, everyone assumes your home and work space looks exactly like a Crate & Barrel display. But...
Caterer of the Month: Cappuccino Catering with CCI Presents
Our Caterer of the Month is CCI Presents. What makes them interesting is the vast array of beverages they offer in addition to the unique and beautiful presentations of their offerings. When I first saw this company at a Choose Chicago event, I was blown away by the...
Work in Hospitality in Chicago? Find out Who Has Discounts with Industry Night Insider
Listed by days, find out what locations provides discounts to hospitality industry members in the city! New places get added every week. Go to www.industrynightinsider.com
Venue of the Month: Virgin Hotel
Chicago Planner Magazine's Venue of the Month is the Virgin Hotel Chicago, located in the heart of downtown Chicago. With incredible Chicago views, the first of the Virgin Hotel chain also boasts its rooftop, Cerise, which is sure to be the place to go this summer....
This Weekend In Chicago: Taste of River North
I always think of MetroMix as a great go-to guide for the weekend. You can click on their events page here to see major events in your area. This weekend I'm looking forward to checking out the Taste of River North located on Kingsbury & Erie. It's Friday,...
A New Concept in Social Media Marketing and Online Marketing: Social Advertising
I usually try not to post too many article-based posts in a row but I read this and felt that it is a really innovative way of thinking about marketing and how to look at the ways you are trying to reach your current and prospective clients. Julius Solaris, a social...
Tools for Event Planning: How to Select a Venue & Inspiring Event Ideas
While I always try to spotlight what's going on in Chicago, it's always interesting to see what other people are doing and how. So today, check out some articles on what other people are doing and see if it inspires you! "Finding the Right Venue For Your Event"...
Group Travel in Chicago with the Chicago Water Taxi
Chicago has excellent public transit. Many people like myself who live in the Chicago area don't even own cars. One of my personal favorite means of transportation is the Chicago Water Taxi. You can take this from Chinatown to downtown. It's only $3 per way per...
What To Do This Weekend In Chicago: The Taste of Chicago
In case you live under a rock (or just aren't from here), the Taste of Chicago is one of the biggest & most popular events of the summer. Midwesterners love food, and this event is living proof. It also includes live performances and in case you didn't notice it...
Comedians You Should Know
Last night I decided to not just go home after work so I went on to Metro Mix and found this really fun comedy show called "Comedians You Should Know." Located in the back of Timothy O'Toole's Pub they have a variety of legit funny comedians who entertain you over...
Staffing for an Event with NextCrew
One of the most important things you can do for an event is staff it properly. Most companies have their own staff, but what if you need additional help? I have an answer for you! I've recently been in touch with Chirag Mehta, CEO & founder of "Next Crew"....
Marketing Your Event
Marketing is such a huge subject they've created entire fields of study about it. It can be easy or a real challenge so the best way to start is by breaking it all down. Marketing, Advertising & Promotions seem to be a by-product of my life, so here is a simple...
Business Etiquette
Organization and good [business] manners sometimes go hand in hand. It is important to always remember to treat anyone you work with respect and appreciation -- this should not be reserved for clients only. From co-workers, to vendors to your a/v team, always...
Weekend Barbecue with Lillie’s Q
Nothing says summer like a barbecue, and that's exactly what Lillie's Q in Wicker Park does so well. My food expert friend Rachel took me there for my birthday and it was a fun atmosphere (the tables are very close together as many restaurants are in the city) and...