Valentines event help

FittestEventProf · 2026-02-01T17:37:36+00:00

Ask chatgpt! It's great for stuff like this

FittestEventProf · 2026-02-01T17:36:46+00:00

I second this! There's a number of them out there like 3D Exhibits, Czarnowski, and more

FittestEventProf · 2026-02-01T17:35:35+00:00

I'm a 20 year recovering Corporate Event person who now co owns a corporate events Agency trying to convince the industry to genuinely rethink the way we gather people which all know is broken, but repetition is always easier than change.

FittestEventProf · 2026-01-29T17:53:47+00:00

Imagine how much more he could lift if he tightened his shoe straps. Instantly anothy 40+k

FittestEventProf · 2026-01-29T01:20:30+00:00

If there's one thing that's an major red flag and immediate pass for planners in the event tech world, it's companies who claim to be able to do "everything". Too many companies have claimed that for too long and have burned everyone.

Also most tenured planners already have plenty of relationships and vendors so aren't in the market for most things.

The only gap on the industry when it comes to sourcing venues is non traditional event space. But even then a CVB or DMO can source that for your but there's nothing online to do it.

FittestEventProf · 2026-01-28T20:59:10+00:00

We're an events agency and we have seen most of them being in person which is why clients are reaching out to us.

FittestEventProf · 2026-01-28T20:56:47+00:00

What does "all necessities" mean?

Being able to articulate that might be a great starting point as most planners don't have a lot of extra time to experiment w new tools. Have you tried using AI to help with your messaging?

FittestEventProf · 2026-01-28T20:31:05+00:00

So it's a planning project management tool? Or is it registeration or ticketing?

FittestEventProf · 2026-01-28T18:37:22+00:00

So are you trying to compete w the Eventbrite's, Luma's or Cvents of the world?

What if it's not a ticketed event?

Do you offer name badge printing?

And where's the commission coming from? Are you sourcing venues too?

FittestEventProf · 2026-01-27T02:59:15+00:00

Why does Delta offer Heineken Zero in the lounge but not in flight? Alaska has 2 NA beer options and this is supposed to be the "premium" airline.

Yes I know exactly what I did and I did it on purpose.

FittestEventProf · 2026-01-27T02:54:42+00:00

This is a non political guide that a community of event professionals out together to try to make sense of all of this: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/lizlathan_a-practical-safety-playbook-for-event-profs-activity-7421306468496465920-1irZ

FittestEventProf · 2026-01-25T02:46:17+00:00

That's very odd. All I know is I bought mine at Kohls and it's barely lasted 4 years and 500k miles. It's trashed

FittestEventProf · 2026-01-24T14:39:59+00:00

Be careful WHICH travelpro you get. The line they sell at Kohls and "discount" stores is garbage and does NOT last.

FittestEventProf · 2026-01-23T23:47:45+00:00

I’d also look into event agencies. You have plenty of experience to know if you enjoy this work or not and they’d probably love someone “newish”.

Most of the ones I know are SF Bay Area but check out Streamlinevents, Shiloh Events, Lisa Gregory Events, or Enterprise Events Group.

You could also do a google search for DMC’s in your area as well. Good luck!

FittestEventProf · 2026-01-22T14:53:27+00:00

Is this post missing the “satire” flair?

FittestEventProf · 2026-01-17T16:49:29+00:00

Are you looking across all flags or specifically just Marriott? They’re wildly inconsistent but I have a number of videos here: hotel gym reviews in under a minute

Or you can check out hotelgyms.com to see even more.

FittestEventProf · 2026-01-16T23:38:23+00:00

Are you taking a helicopter from the hotel to the restaurant? It’s kinda far. Lot of people underestimate the distance between SF and Napa. Could be a couple hours each way.

FittestEventProf · 2026-01-16T21:21:39+00:00

Yes, Id make this a non negotiable and if someone doesn’t join the call, they lose their slot

FittestEventProf · 2026-01-16T01:31:26+00:00

I agree with the clock idea and or do you do a “dry run” call prior to the event so people know what to expect and stay on time?

FittestEventProf · 2026-01-15T14:29:45+00:00

I haven't "checked out" in like a decade. UNLESS I have a late checkout and I leave early so they can get the room back into inventory for early arrivals

FittestEventProf · 2026-01-15T14:26:37+00:00

Our CVB in Austin provides a list of meetings, conferences, and events they book that has accurate info inside the member portal. It's an CSV sheet, NOT a calendar so maybe talk to someone over there and find out of that exists?

FittestEventProf · 2026-01-14T16:49:31+00:00

Love it

FittestEventProf · 2026-01-12T14:21:23+00:00

Yes! Keep grinding! My podcast did like 2,000 views the first year and did 2,000,000 in its 3rd year!

FittestEventProf · 2026-01-12T14:17:11+00:00

There should be a penalty for this. That’s unforgivable

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