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Topic: Event Planning Basics Booking a Hotel for Your EventBooking at a hotel can make event planning easier, but there are still a lot of things you will have to be ready to ask for and decide. Here are some tips. Brainstorming Guide: Starting Your Own Charity EventHere are some quick tips on organizing and staging an effective charity event. Choosing the Right Site for Your EventSite selection can make or break an event. Here are some tips and guidelines to keep in mind. Event and Meeting Details Make the DifferenceFrom invitations to awards, and everything in between, it's the details that make the difference between a so-so event and a spectacular one. Here's some advice on getting the details right. Finding the Right Site for Your EventThere are a lot of factors that go into finding the right site for a meeting or event. Here are some guidelines and checklists. First Steps in Planning an EventHere's a checklist to help you budget and plan your next event. How to Issue an Event RFPEvent RFPs have to be structured differently from those for other marketing disciplines. Here are some points to keep in mind. How to Organize a Golf EventKeep these basic planning tips in mind when organizing a golf event. Inspecting Venues to Find the Right SiteHere are some tips on inspecting and choosing a site, looking for creative opportunities, and negotiating costs. Insurance: An Event Planner's PrimerHaving proper insurance coverage is a vital part of planning for any event. Here are some ideas on what kind of coverage you might need. Integrating Changes into Long-Running Event ProgramsAnd event's success and longevity doesn't mean it can't evolve. Here's some advice on making changes to successful, long-running events. Meeting Planning: How to Deal With Shrinking Lead TimesMore corporate events are being planned with shorter time frames. Here are some ideas for coping. Planning Holiday Events - September 2008If you’re entrusted with planning the annual holiday fête year after year, coming up with new ways to generate excitement and vary the program can be a big challenge. Following are suggestions for some fresh approaches and spirited ideas to help you rise to the occasion. Press Events: The Right WayMake your press event easy to understand, easy to attend, easy to report, easy to follow, and easy to enjoy. Public Tours: How to Set Up a Tour of Your BrandFacility tours make sense for some groups. Here are some guidelines on making a public tour safe and productive. The Evolution of Procurement In Event MarketingEvent planners have to learn to work with procurement teams, RFPs, and closely scrutinized budgets. The New Way to Work With Fairs And FestivalsWith costs rising, planners have to look carefully at what their objectives are for fairs and festivals. Tips for Holding Special Events at RestaurantsBefore choosing a restaurant for you event, look carefully at the set-up, facilities, decor, service, and menu. Tips for Music/Entertainment ContractsIf you're including music or entertainment in your event, you'll want to look over these tips on contracts, fees, and other issues. Tips to Determine an Event's Money MetricsHere's some advice on how to calculate the costs associated with an event in order to determine your breakeven point. What Entertainment Is Right For Your Event?Picking the appropriate entertainment for an event can be difficult. Here are some quick tips on finding something that aligns with your message. Working With Caterers - August 2008The general buzz around food—the ingredients, where they come from, how they are presented, menu selection, what beverages best complement the cuisine—has led planners to focus more attention on the catering component at events. Following are insights from industry pros on meeting client demands, food and beverage trends, and guidelines on how to work with caterers. Working with Food and Beverage SuppliersFood and beverage service can make or break a meeting or event. Here are some tips on dealing with caterers and other suppliers to get the best value for your budget. Working With Hotels - July 2008Hotels have always been go-to sites for meetings and special events, but new builds and the revamped or expanded facilities of established properties are making them even more attractive to the corporate event planning community. Following are points to keep in mind when you’re considering using a hotel space for an upcoming event. Working With VenuesHere are some suggestions on what to look for during site inspections, questions to ask, how to think creatively about using the space, and the fine points of negotiating. Click Here to subscribe to our Topic One newsletterA national e-newsletter that each month delves into one topic of interest for event professionals, providing helpful hints and "how-to" information that planners can use as an on-the-job primer. Topics include: setting a budget, negotiating with hotels, working with restaurants, unique venues, AV/lighting/staging trends, catering ideas and more. Topic One articles have been archived by subject category within AgendaOnline.com's Articles/Resources section. Click Here to subscribe to our Current E-Vents newsletterAn e-newsletter that is produced and emailed regionally each month (New York, Boston, Washington, Chicago, Northern California and Southern California) with a variety of promotions and special deals offered by event industry suppliers in that region -- new features and upgrades, special short-term rates, value-added opportunities and more. 
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