Event Planning 101

So, you want to be an event planner? First step, get some experience.

Jenna Thompson

Feb 18, 20224 min read

So, you want to be an event planner? First step, get some experience.

if you’re at the starting stages of dipping your toe into the event world, here's how you get experience in planning.

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Venue Negotiations: Everything to know before signing a contract

Jenna Thompson

Jan 29, 20227 min read

Venue Negotiations: Everything to know before signing a contract

Venues utilize a variety of pricing structures and offer a lot of variation in added-value benefits. Learn how to compare your options.

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Never Miss a Deadline! Use these systems to keep your event planning on track

Jenna Thompson

Jan 21, 20224 min read

Never Miss a Deadline! Use these systems to keep your event planning on track

Use these simple systems to keep projects moving at a steady pace and avoid "backburnering" .

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Event Wrap-Up: Don’t skip these close-out steps

Jenna Thompson

Jan 14, 20224 min read

Event Wrap-Up: Don’t skip these close-out steps

Our job as planners doesn’t end when the stage lights turn off, and it’s important you don’t skip over steps in your event wrap-up.

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The Ultimate Guide to Event Planning Progress Updates with Impact

Jenna Thompson

Jan 7, 20224 min read

The Ultimate Guide to Event Planning Progress Updates with Impact

The art of crafting a useful progress report is a skill every event coordinator must master.

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The Raffle: A Fundraising Tradition Not to Overlook

Jenna Thompson

May 22, 20213 min read

The Raffle: A Fundraising Tradition Not to Overlook

Opportunity Drawings (aka raffles) are great fundraising tools to engage a large portion of your audience and create anicipation.

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Live Auction Tips to Crush Your Fundraising Goals

Jenna Thompson

Apr 18, 20216 min read

Live Auction Tips to Crush Your Fundraising Goals

Here are some tips on how to strategically design your Live Auction to maximize participation and crush your event fundraising goals.

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Types of Auction Formats for Your Fundraiser Event

Jenna Thompson

Apr 11, 20216 min read

Types of Auction Formats for Your Fundraiser Event

You’re planning a charity auction...But what does that mean? Learn about auction types - old + new, traditional + unique.

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Tips for Designing Event Sponsorships that Sell

Jenna Thompson

Apr 1, 20213 min read

Tips for Designing Event Sponsorships that Sell

Sponsorship securement and execution are complex and strategic components of event planning that require tactful preparation.

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Jenna Thompson

Mar 28, 20214 min read

What to Include in Your Event Proposal

Approaching a proposal from a place of strategy can keep you from getting overwhelmed. Here are the top categories of content to include.

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Jenna Thompson

Mar 4, 20214 min read

6 Mistakes to Avoid with New Clients

Your main objectives in the infancy of a new client relationship is to establish solid foundational working systems, build trust & deliver.

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A Complete Guide to New Client Inquiries

Jenna Thompson

Feb 23, 20213 min read

A Complete Guide to New Client Inquiries

Your first interaction with a new business inquiry is a make-or-break moment for that contract coming to fruition.

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Exhibitor Planning Pt. 2: How to sell out booth spaces at your event...and keep them coming back

Jenna Thompson

Jan 28, 20215 min read

Exhibitor Planning Pt. 2: How to sell out booth spaces at your event...and keep them coming back

Get strategies for selling out the booth spaces at your event and building exhibitor relationships for long-term success in event planning.

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6 Upgrades to Turn Your Good Ideas Into Successful Pitches

Jenna Thompson

Jan 5, 20214 min read

6 Upgrades to Turn Your Good Ideas Into Successful Pitches

Presentations can seem like a time-consuming challenge, but by checking yourself on a few key areas, you’ll be creating powerful proposals!

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Street Festivals: An Event Planners Strategic Approach

Jenna Thompson

Dec 14, 20202 min read

Street Festivals: An Event Planners Strategic Approach

From fundraisers in metros to neighborhood block parties, City streets can provide a unique venue for an event with its own challenges.

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How a vacation can kick start you professionally

Jenna Thompson

Nov 24, 20203 min read

How a vacation can kick start you professionally

It is important to step away from work regularly so that you can return with a new approach and here are a few reasons why.

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Event Planners! Stop vision boarding flowers and linens before you have done these 3 things.

Jenna Thompson

Aug 19, 20204 min read

Event Planners! Stop vision boarding flowers and linens before you have done these 3 things.

Before you dive into the fun planning aspects of venues, entertainment, design, you need to lay the groundwork for your event planning.

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Slay your 1st Day as an Event Planner with these 5 Things

McFarlane Promotions

Jul 9, 20203 min read

Slay your 1st Day as an Event Planner with these 5 Things

The 5 things you’ll need on your first day working in event planning to impress your boss and slay the game!

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Not everyone wants to be J.Lo in The Wedding Planner...Here’s why not every planner loves weddings.

Jenna Thompson

Jun 24, 20203 min read

Not everyone wants to be J.Lo in The Wedding Planner...Here’s why not every planner loves weddings.

Wedding planning looks glamorous but it requires grit. Trust us when we tell you..it's NOT for everyone.

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The Insider’s Guide to Hosting a Virtual Event – There’s More to Know than Just Zoom Bombers!

Jenna Thompson

Jun 8, 20205 min read

The Insider’s Guide to Hosting a Virtual Event – There’s More to Know than Just Zoom Bombers!

Looking to plan a Virtual Event but not sure what the heck "going live" or a "Zoom Room" are? Let's breakdown your hosting options!

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