This page is a curated collection of advice for event pros by event pros. It’s the perfect place to learn from your fellow vendors and get inspired.
At ThymeBase, we build event planning software and talk to event pros every day. Often, these discussions raise exciting ideas that we think are worth sharing. So we invite the pros to talk about their experiences, inspirations, and ideas. In other words, we love finding and sharing great advice. And now, we’ve collected these articles all in one place.
Whether you’re unsure of adding a new partner to your event business or how to position your brand so your business can stand out, you’ll learn how a fellow event pro handled that exact situation.
Just a few examples of advice are how to transition to virtual events and how to create a work-life-family balance as a business professional. We’ve got articles on building great habits, and how to plan the perfect backyard wedding. And how to get your newly founded event business off the ground if you’re just starting out. There are tips on wowing your clients, staying organized, and even working closely with other vendors.
You could just browse the articles, and I’d definitely recommend that sometime, but you can also use the blog’s search bar to look for specific keywords. Or you can reach out to us here at ThymeBase and ask. The team is always happy to talk about events and help you find relevant articles. And if we don’t have anything suitable, we’ll reach out to our community of pros to find some great tips.
A venue walkthrough is an integral part of the event planning process. And a source of opportunity too. Sometimes referred to as a site visit, the venue walkthrough serves as a central component of the Event Planner’s deliverables. In this article, I’ll share five foundational questions to ask during the venue walkthrough. But don’t leave …
Planning a wedding is no small task, a task which involves the coordination of a million different moving parts. From caterers to florists to finding the right officiant and the right dress, it can be daunting. I recently interviewed MaKenna, the founder of Perfectly Planned Moments, a wedding planning service based out of Corvallis Oregon that …
We know the devil is in the details. The most critical of all event planning skills is staying organized, down to the littlest detail. We’re in this business because we’re detail-oriented. We’re driven by the desire to fulfill our clients’ needs, big and small. And we make it look effortless, to boot. From tracking vendor …
When I think of planning a luxury wedding, my mind conjures up all sorts of breathtaking imagery – everything from glittering ice sculptures to haute cuisine, incredible entertainment, and phenomenal gifts for guests. I’ve often wondered precisely what elevates a wedding to “luxury” status, and how planning a luxury wedding is different than planning a …
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I’ve been fascinated with the creativity behind stationery for weddings and other events. The printing process is so much more than invitations and save-the-dates, so I set out to learn more. I was introduced to Ryan Basile of Double Trip Press in Chicago. We discussed the printing process, working with event planners, and the little things that …
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Many event planners work from home offices, which means they’re the parent managing pick-up and drop-off. I asked an expert to share her tips on managing kids’ schedules and a job that often has no boundaries between work and home-life. Meet The Founder of ParentScheduler Tamar Rucham is a mom, software engineer, and the founder …
Creative freedom in event design is critical in elevating an event from a party into an experience. But creativity can’t work without top-notch operations and logistics. I spoke to Jimmy and Brandis of Eight One Events about how a partnership between creative and operations leads to exceptional experiences. Meet The Eight One Events Team Eight …
Day-Of Coordination is an art form. But it’s also a stressful role that many wedding planners take on for their clients. I asked an accomplished London-based wedding planner to share her top day-of coordination tips. Meet Giada Prini, London Wedding Planner Giada’s got her start in the hospitality space, working in a hotel. After becoming …
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A couple of months ago, I was able to interview an amazing South African Independent Film Producer with over 28 Award-Winning films to her name. Helena Spring produces movies under extreme pressure and immutable deadlines. Beginning to sound familiar? We discussed the planning process as it applies to movies and events. There are many similarities …
Here at ThymeBase, we often interview event professionals at the pinnacle of their craft. Our event planning software is inspired and motivated by their dedication. But what about those just starting out on their event industry careers? Well, we’re equally inspired by them too. That’s why we asked an events management student to share her …
