Thanksgiving is Thursday (where has November gone?!) and whether you're meeting with friends for the day or pulling out a giant roller suitcase, some form of travel is most likely inevitable. So here are 6 Tips for traveling to, from or through Chicago. 1. Estimate...
While we're all busy with work, Thanksgiving is the time where we look forward to a longer weekend, some serious shopping and of course, food! So click the images for some great recipes from Midwest Living, Kraft and Taste of Home to get some yummy, holiday desserts!...
In the past decade, the field of event planning has grown exponentially. Certifications and organizations have developed in addition to the fact that it is now a legitimate college major. A lot of people tend to think it's an easy, fun job and while it can be, a...
Networking is a powerful tool. It gets your name out there, it gets you business and it gives you the chance to interact with other professionals who aren't clients or colleagues. I've attended a lot of networking events, especially recently, and it is interesting...
It's important to remember to give back and it doesn't have to be hard. Here are 10 ideas to incorporate in your events and holiday plans to help give back to those who need it this year. 1. Donate a portion of sales to an organization that works with your brand,...
This is a great article that I've decided is a must-share regarding travel and marketing. For event planners, not only do we travel but our clients are usually traveling too. Why I love reading articles like these is that it helps us event planners stay in the know...
It's the worst having to say no to a client (usually) because we want to make them happy and have them walking away with a glowing review. However, there are times when you know you just can't accommodate a client's needs, whether it's due to time, complexity,...
http://eventplanningmastery.com/top-5-ways-to-ensure-your-event-has-the-perfect-red-carpet/#! While I love sharing my own tips and information, I also enjoy sharing what other great event professionals have to say. Check out this article from Event Planning...
