The events industry is thriving again, and opportunities are everywhere. Whether you are new to planning or shifting your career, learn how to start a career in events and the key skills, certifications, and experiences that will help you succeed.
We're excited to be releasing our first official issue! Articles include: How the Travel Ban is Affecting the Events Industry Women in Business featuring Jessica Denay, Lisa Nation and Winnie Sun. Plus tips on starting your own event planning company! Staying Healthy...
Our 2017 Wedding Guide to Food, Beverage and Desserts features our Wine Guide, Drink Recipes, info on working with your Caterer and more! Click on the pop out arrow on the top right corner to interact, download and share. [googleapps domain="drive"...
Please enjoy the first of our 4 Guides in our March 2017 Wedding Guide Series. Click on the pop out arrow on the top right corner to interact, download and share. [googleapps domain="drive" dir="file/d/0B1GeewTw_7LXQ3VQdGZvcFVGUXc/preview" query="" width="640"...
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The best advice I got was to “Not Give Up.” There are times when things don’t work out… but you have to learn from your mistakes and move on.
Flowers 101: How to look for great flowers for your wedding if you don't know a lot about them TYPES OF FLOWERS Traditional Flowers: When I think 'traditional', roses, hydrangeas and dendrobium orchids come to mind. They are both timeless and elegant and can fit...
Every Event Planner needs to stay on top of what's going on in this city, so here is your monthly update of things to be on the look out for! EVENTS Restaurant Week - January 24th-February 6th Super Bowl - Sunday, February 2nd Olympics - Friday, February 7th - Sunday,...
Join us on Monday, December 15, 2025 from 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. 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.