Questions to Ask a New Vendor

Questions to Ask a New Vendor

Photo by Cam Morin on Unsplash Whether you’re working in a different city, your client insisted on working with this company, or perhaps you’re just giving someone new a shot, it’s important to ask new vendors the right questions that will help you understand how you...

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How Event Planners Can Build a Trusted Vendor List

How Event Planners Can Build a Trusted Vendor List

Want to fast track your own list? Visit our directory. The most successful event planners have a trusted network of vendors, from caterers and florists to photographers, AV technicians, and beyond. A planner’s vendor list is essential to creating premium client...

7 Common Mistakes Event Planners Should Avoid

7 Common Mistakes Event Planners Should Avoid

In the fast-paced world of event planning, even a small oversight can ripple into a big problem. Whether you're planning a corporate conference, nonprofit gala, or social celebration, staying ahead of common pitfalls is critical to delivering a seamless experience....

Questions to Ask a New Vendor

Questions to Ask a New Vendor

Photo by Cam Morin on Unsplash Whether you’re working in a different city, your client insisted on working with this company, or perhaps you’re just giving someone new a shot, it’s important to ask new vendors the right questions that will help you understand how you...

Welcome Back, Chicago

Dear Industry Professionals: As the Creator of Chicago Planner Magazine, I am excited to welcome you all back. On Friday, June 11, 2021, Mayor Lightfoot announced that Chicago would officially be fully reopened.  With vaccinations well-distributed, and summer...

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Wells St. Market to Close This Friday, September 18th

Wells St. Market to Close This Friday, September 18th

In a statement released today, Wells St. Market announced it was closing this Friday, September 18th. The food hall will have its final service, offering specials and freebies to thank their patrons for all of the love and support over the past few years “From all of...

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Networking During an Isolation Crisis

Networking During an Isolation Crisis

It is challenging to know the best way to approach doing business while remaining sensitive to the seriousness of this situation. Here are a few ideas on how to effectively network during an isolated crisis.

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5 Tips for Booking Celebrity Talent

5 Tips for Booking Celebrity Talent

This past Sunday marked one of the biggest events in the US: The Oscars. We still have celebrity fever, and so we got some great tips from entertainment and event industry expert Brett Ihde, CPCE, on how to add celebrities to your next event. Brett has managed tours...

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