We had a great time with Jacqueline Vazquez, founder and CEO of Lifetime Events by Jacqueline, a sought-after Master Wedding Planner, and Certified Wedding & Event Planner, talking about THE VALUE OF INTERNATIONAL CONNECTIONS. Jacqueline shared a wealth of information about: getting started building international connections; collaboration with an international professional; value of building connections… Read more »
We had a great time with Nika Stewart discussing HOW TO GO LIVE WITH CONFIDENCE AND GROW YOUR BUSINESS. Nika shared a wealth of information about Going Live for your business. We discussed tips on: if we should add (or do MORE) videos for our business; how she started doing livestream; where you can live-stream;… Read more »
We had a great time with Leadership and Business Planning Expert, Craig Anderson. Craig shared a wealth of information about how to BECOME THE LEADER YOU ASPIRE TO BE. In my interview with Craig, we discussed tips on: how leadership role has changed over the last ten years; expectations when you think about taking on… Read more »
Team building retreats can help bring people together. Hosting a corporate retreat is the perfect opportunity to promote collaboration, teamwork and boost employee morale. Especially with the “new normal” and people moving to remote work environments, corporate retreats can be the perfect opportunity to bring everyone together. 1. A Fresh Way to Know Coworkers Better… Read more »
The wedding industry was one of the many unlucky economic sectors to suffer tremendously from the coronavirus pandemic. As a result, brides and grooms rushed to cancel or push back venue reservations, caterers, photographers, and the multiple other vendors needed for a well-rounded wedding ceremony. Couples also had to make tough decisions such as choosing… Read more »
We had a great time with Sherry Goldman, President and Founder of Goldman Communications Group, discussing PR best practices to make your event a success. Sherry shared her brilliance on: what to consider when messaging for different audiences; timing for distributing press releases; what PESO stands for; what media looks at when determining whether to… Read more »
When planning a wedding, going wedding cake tasting is probably the one activity everyone enjoys. A whole afternoon tasting and trying different dessert options, what’s not to love? Still, don’t underestimate this appointment. After all, the cake makes a big impression on everyone. And there’s much more to cake tasting than trying all the samples. But,… Read more »
We had a great time with Kelly Lynn Adams, Mindset & Embodiment Leadership Coach, Speaker, Author & Creator of the Perfectly Imperfect Podcast, to talk about STEPPING IN. STEPPING UP. STEPPING OUT. IN BUSINESS & LIFE. Kelly Lynn shared a wealth of information about: • the top 3 mistakes that are costing you time, money,… Read more »
Your big day is finally within touching distance! It’s time for you to think about how you want your wedding to look, and how you want yourself to look during the ceremony. You might already have a dress in mind, but have you put much thought into your wedding veil? In case you are feeling… Read more »
We had a great time with Amanda Levine, founder of Ruler Branded Entertainment, to talk about HOW TO GET EVENT SPONSORSHIPS LIKE A PRO. Amanda shared a wealth of information about: • how she got started in the Music Industry; • the difference between a sponsorship and a partnership; • why hold silent auctions to… Read more »
We had a great time with Marty Caffrey, former Managing Director at Credit Swiss and current President of Developers Resource Group, to talk about THE FUTURE IMPACT TO THE HOSPITALITY BUSINESS AS A RESULT OF COVID, CARES ACT, ECONOMY AND POLITICS. Marty shared a wealth of information about: what he does to watch the stock… Read more »
Whether it’s for a wedding, a bucks/hen’s night, a homecoming party, or a debut, selecting a venue for your event is always a deal-breaker. With the attendees in mind, one must not settle for the budget alone. Inexperienced organizers have time and again failed to consider other details, which may seem minor but could become… Read more »
We had a great time with Jennifer Radostits, Financial Representative with Northwestern Mutual, talking about GETTING OUT OF YOUR COMFORT ZONE. Jennifer shared a wealth of information about: challenges in business; using networking to overcome challenges; how to continuously improve; one great tool to help you write; tips for putting a financial plan together; how… Read more »
Whether it’s a grand affair or an intimate celebration in a rustic barn, weddings can be potentially stressful. And as the bride, the last thing you want is to sweat the small stuff on your wedding day. Hiring a wedding planner might sound luxurious, but it’s actually pretty standard. We’ve listed down the ways that… Read more »
We had a great time with Donnie Boivin, owner of Success Champion, discussing YOU DON’T HAVE A SALES PROBLEM. Donnie shared a wealth of information about selling and sales. We discussed tips on: sales is the final conversation where someone can say yes or no to you. everything else is business development; the more you… Read more »
We had a great time with Kerri Garbis, President and Founder of Ovation Communication, to talk about PROFESSIONAL PRESENCE IN THE VIRTUAL ENVIRONMENT. Kerri shared a wealth of information about: how virtual presentation structures need to be different; challenges using green screens and virtual backgrounds; what to wear when you’re on camera; the one thing… Read more »
We had a great time with Jessica Stewart with EMRG Media and The Event Planner Expo on ADAPTING AND PIVOTING IN THE EVENT INDUSTRY. Jessica shared a wealth of information about: mindset shifts that have happened since COVID began; keeping in touch with clients; how to make virtual events interactive; the Event Planner Expo happening… Read more »
We had a great time with Joan Pelzer, the Founder, CEO & President of Joan Pelzer Social and Joan Pelzer Media, to talk about SOCIALIZING YOUR VIRTUAL EVENT. Joan shared a wealth of information about: when to begin posting on social media for new events the best social platforms to use for different types of… Read more »
I’m thrilled to have been included in this blog that originally appeared in Cvent. We all need a little inspiration from time to time. Whether it’s a personal pick-me-up or to stay current, there’s no better place to turn than social media. Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn are powerful platforms that create communities. The question is,… Read more »
We had a great time with Darnyelle Jervey Harmon, business growth speaker and strategist of Incredible One Enterprises, LLC, to talk about BREAKTHROUGH IN BUSINESS Darnyelle shared a wealth of information about: 3 things stopping entrepreneurs from growing their business; what a busted life is; how faith and alignment helps to build a business; why… Read more »