
Destination Planning for the Future with Bethanie DeRose
Bethanie DeRose | LinkedIn In the vast industry of events, there are so many roles that many of us don’t think about. They may be under the radar, or incredibly specific. For planners, many discussions include what goes into the event, how do we make the best use of...

Best in the Game: What it Takes to be a Professional Photographer, with Dan Merlo
MerloMedia.com | 773-859-9999 | [email protected] | LinkedIn - Dan Merlo | Instagram @MerloMedia In the age of Instagram, it may feel like everyone is a photographer, but when deciding who to hire, it’s about more than just an eye-catching picture. If...

New Venues from August & September 2021
21c Museum Hotel 21c Museum Hotel does more than just display a local artist in the lobby. This hotel is true to its name, creating a unique atmosphere which is generated by taking their art seriously. Their team describes the space as an "art museum with sleeping...

Virtual Event Feature: 2021 Walgreens Virtual Leader Meeting
Event Overview Event dates: August 30-31, 2021 Event Purpose: Internal Leadership Meeting Attendee Count: 2,000 Virtual Platform Used: Zoom A/V Partner: Resolution Digital Studios Event Summary: More than 2,000 Walgreens team members joined the 2021 Walgreens Virtual...

How to Deal with Difficult Clients
While clear communication lays the ground work for good client relationships, that doesn’t mean you won’t still run into trouble. Here are some ways to help you navigate even the most challenging of client expecations.

Destination Planning for the Future with Bethanie DeRose
Bethanie DeRose | LinkedIn In the vast industry of events, there are so many roles that many of us don’t think about. They may be under the radar, or incredibly specific. For planners, many discussions include what goes into the event, how do we make the best use of...

Best in the Game: What it Takes to be a Professional Photographer, with Dan Merlo
MerloMedia.com | 773-859-9999 | [email protected] | LinkedIn - Dan Merlo | Instagram @MerloMedia In the age of Instagram, it may feel like everyone is a photographer, but when deciding who to hire, it’s about more than just an eye-catching picture. If...

New Venues from August & September 2021
21c Museum Hotel 21c Museum Hotel does more than just display a local artist in the lobby. This hotel is true to its name, creating a unique atmosphere which is generated by taking their art seriously. Their team describes the space as an "art museum with sleeping...

Virtual Event Feature: 2021 Walgreens Virtual Leader Meeting
Event Overview Event dates: August 30-31, 2021 Event Purpose: Internal Leadership Meeting Attendee Count: 2,000 Virtual Platform Used: Zoom A/V Partner: Resolution Digital Studios Event Summary: More than 2,000 Walgreens team members joined the 2021 Walgreens Virtual...

How to Deal with Difficult Clients
While clear communication lays the ground work for good client relationships, that doesn’t mean you won’t still run into trouble. Here are some ways to help you navigate even the most challenging of client expecations.

Choose Chicago 2018 Annual Meeting Review
We've summarized Choose Chicago's 2018 Annual Meeting Stats that every Chicago Events & Hospitality Professional should know. See below for the quick review or you can read the full report here. [googleapps domain="drive"...

Live Event Review: How to Get More Convention Business
Chicago Planner Magazine’s first quarterly panel with our partner, Convene on Tuesday, April 2, 2019: “How to Get More Convention Business.” Featuring Robert Haas with PCMA, Barb Harris with CTC DMC, Julie Mullins with Choose Chicago, and Benjamin Smock of Chicago Concierge

How to Get More Convention Business: A Live Panel Event
Register Here Join us on Tuesday, April 2nd, 2019 from 5Pm-7PM for our Panel on How to Get More Convention Business. EVENT DETAILS Tuesday, April 2, 2019 | 5PM-7PM | 16 W. Adams St. Chicago, IL 60603This event will be moderated by Chicago Planner Magazine...

Our Top 25 Picks for Chicago Restaurant Week 2019
With nearly 400 options for restaurant week, Chicago Planner Magazine is sharing our Top 25 go-to spots for Restaurant Week 2019. Aba 302 N. Green St. 3rd Fl. Chicago, IL 60607 | (773) 645-1400 | Dinner @ $48 Aba is one of the most beautiful restaurants in Chicago,...

December 2018 Issue
Industry News, New Venues & Featured Industry Pros dish about how to be successful in the Events & Hospitality Industry

8 Ways to Brighten Your Holiday
This is a sponsored post with Land and Sea Dept. For more information on any of these locations, or to book an event email [email protected] or visit landandseadept.com/private-events 1. Play in the Game Room Take a break and play in the fully restored...

Halloween Guide 2018
Chicagoland Parties & Haunted Houses, and our batched cocktail recipe - Pirates Punch (for you house cats!) [googleapps domain="drive" dir="file/d/1kpA5ZPF-KBZ6qgHAYXAsLkAeMXZDyGy7/preview" query="" width="640" height="480" /]

September/October 2018 Issue: Holiday Incentive Directory
The 2018 September/October Issue Features our Holiday Incentive Directory, our exclusive feature with Steve Zacks, Tournament Director of the Laver Cup, Industry News & More! [googleapps domain="drive" dir="file/d/1UlbFjTNfxeAxGDU-_57kuT29tygtjMgx/preview"...

July/August 2018 Issue
July/August 2018 Issue: Best Rooftops & Patios for Groups of 40+ | Pet-Friendly Hotels in Chicago | Industry News | Summer Cocktails | How to Save Money on A/V & More [googleapps domain="drive" dir="file/d/1LB1Kx5NNahYJHN-Qv2b0LGtEEVt-9JBT/preview" query=""...

June 2018 Issue
Trends from the Royal Wedding, Major Hotels Reduce 3rd Party Incentives, Summer Cocktails with Mesh & Bone and more!