Event Savvy by Claire

19/04/2024

My 10th and final (for now) blog post is up!

Check it our for one last piece of advice, what lies ahead, and some final thoughts.

Let me know if you think I should continue to pursue this adventure! ✨

Discover insights on the future of event planning, valuable advice for navigating the events industry, and final thoughts from Claire.

19/04/2024

My last blog post will be out tomorrow!

Thank you all for giving me your support over the last month and a half! ✨

16/04/2024

Reasons why I decided to pursue an education and career in the event industry!

Some of these might just make you realize you love planning too! ✨

12/04/2024

My ninth blog post is out today!

Coming from a small community, I always try to find ways that people can support one another. Event planning in small communities is important for many reasons. It can bring new people to the area and have a big economic impact. It also allows for local businesses to branch out and be involved.

Read my new post for more information! ✨

Discover the power of collaboration in small communities and learn how local partnerships elevate events and become a success.

09/04/2024

Promotion! Promotion! Promotion!

It’s a very important thing for any event, business, or organization. ✨

06/04/2024

My blog post for this week is up!

Edit: My featured photo is not working on here, I apologize.

One of the things I find most interesting is stewardship work in the event industry. This is what my job at the UNI Foundation looks like as an Event & Stewardship Student Assistant consists of.

I have learned the importance of how to recruit donors, encouraging them for their support, and nurturing them into continual giving. One of the best ways to do this is to have an event to show your appreciation to special individuals.

Check it out with the link below! ✨

With the help and knowledge from the University of Northern Iowa, discover how to thank donors and supporters through events.

02/04/2024

Here are some great tips for beginners! You don’t even have to be in the industry to follow them.

Most of these tips are essential for being successful with an event.

The one that we use most in my job at UNI, is to always plan for the unexpected. You must be able to know what to do if a guest doesn’t show up, always have an emergency plan prepared, have a seating chart on hand to be able to make last minute changes if needed, and the list could go on and on.

There are so many things that can come up, so always prepare for something that isn’t on the itinerary!

29/03/2024

Remember when I said steps are important to follow in event work? Well checklists are too! At my job with the UNI Foundation, we have checklists for almost all of our events. Whether it’s for packing or organizing, we use them all the time!

Here is a basic event checklist for all of my followers to keep and use!

(Also, I know I usually have a blog post every Friday, but today is a special day so I will not have a post out.) ✨

25/03/2024

Dreamers imagine the future, but it's the planners who bring those dreams to life. ✨

This is the reason so many people go in to the event industry! Many don’t see that aspect, but this line of work can be so rewarding and that’s the best part.

23/03/2024

A new blog post is out!

Branding is an important aspect, not only for events, but for all businesses and organizations. What is one logo or slogan you always remember? Remembering those is a sign of good brand identity.

Click the link below to learn more about branding! ✨

Discover how to elevate your event's impact and learn how to stand out and captivate your audience, ensuring lasting success.

19/03/2024

I just wanted to post this as a little refresher of what Event Savvy by Claire is about and my goals as an aspiring professional in the event industry.

Reminder, you can click the link in the information section, or simply do a google search of Event Savvy by Claire to visit my website and read my posts! ✨

https://buzz.uni.edu/eventsavvy/

15/03/2024

This week's post is about tourism and special events within that realm. As a result of being in a Community-Based Tourism class this semester, I have become very interested in tourism and its concepts.

Something I have learned is that smaller communities have the biggest challenge when it comes to tourism. This is because of limited resources like financial strain or lack of community support. Despite this, tourism can be a very important industry within communities because of the economic impact it can make.

Read more about this topic with the link below! (you can also access my website through a basic search console) ✨

Special events play a significant role in tourism, often serving as focal points for attracting visitors and enhancing the overall tourism experience. These events are typically unique, memorable, and designed to appeal to a wide range of audiences. Here are some examples of special events in touris...

14/03/2024

Whether you’re an amateur looking into planning a simple event or an aspiring professional (like me), having steps to follow can be a crucial part to having successful results.

Below are 10 essential steps for event planning anyone can use to create successful, meaningful, and unforgettable experiences.

Don’t forget you can access my blog to read any of the posts I have up to learn more about event planning. ✨

Link: https://buzz.uni.edu/eventsavvy/

08/03/2024

My fifth post is out now!

It discusses 5 uncommon events that are often avoided or forgotten about.

No matter how silly, small, or unconventional it might be, all moments are worth celebrating. ✨

Check out the link to read:

Discuss 5 uncommon events that most people tend to forget about. From pet birthdays to retirement parties, all events are worth celebrating.

06/03/2024

One piece of advice that a colleague once told me, was to always have dessert at an event if you’re providing a meal.

Providing dessert not only completes the dining experience, but also enhances the event atmosphere by promoting socialization and ending the night with a satisfied sweet tooth. Leaving a lasting impression on attendees is an important aspect of event planning.

So a tip for your next event, don’t forget to order the dessert! ✨

05/03/2024

Hi all!

In order to keep my readers/followers engaged in my page and blog content, I’d like to know what you all would prefer to see from my brand.

Please comment down below, what you would be interested in seeing more of. I’d love to get some feedback!

Some examples would be:
✨Weddings
✨Birthdays
✨Trends
✨Themes
✨Community Spotlights
✨Tips & How-Tos
(these can be specific or broad, and are not limited to the list above)

01/03/2024

My fourth post is now live!

Click on the link below to learn about all of my event experiences thus far! From 4-H to the UNI Foundation. ✨

Take a deep dive into the author's experiences with all things events. From her early days with 4-H to her time with the UNI Foundation.

01/03/2024

My next blog post comes out tomorrow!

If you recognize the girl in the photos below and are wondering why in the world it’s a collage of her, it’s because my upcoming post is about my experiences within the event industry.

Come back tomorrow to get the link to hop on my site and read about it!