How to Choose Event Vendors: Red Flags to Spot Before You Book
You’ve found the venue, picked a date, and started a Pinterest board that’s getting a little out of control. Now comes the part that actually makes the event happen: choosing
You’ve found the venue, picked a date, and started a Pinterest board that’s getting a little out of control. Now comes the part that actually makes the event happen: choosing
A caterer’s server gets injured. A DJ scratches the dance floor. A COI expires the day before setup. Suddenly, everyone turns to the event planner asking, “Who’s covered?” or worse,
Everyone wants their event to go according to plan. But when the venue’s contract says you need proof of insurance to keep your date, things can get confusing fast. Thankfully,
Event risks are the things that can derail your event. Think: weather, vendors, crowds, equipment, or last-minute surprises. Event risk management involves how you plan for those moments, so one
If alcohol is part of a wedding, the host typically needs liquor-related coverage; any bartender or alcohol vendor needs coverage for their role; and the venue will likely require proof
You turn Pinterest boards into parties, spreadsheets into love stories, and chaos into “the best day ever.” Ensuring you have proof of insurance isn’t exactly the most aesthetically pleasing part
From confetti drops to candlelit dinners, you make magic happen. But when venues ask for proof of insurance, or clients assume you’re covered, it’s easy to wonder: what exactly does
Event planning can feel like managing a million moving parts. Between securing venues, coordinating vendors, and ensuring everything runs smoothly, your to-do list never seems to end! Start reducing your
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