FAB is an annual conference and panel series that is brought to life each year by Randi Weinstein for women in the hospitality space to gather to share ideas and educate one another. It typically takes place in Charleston, S.C., in June, but with COVID upending everything, Weinstein rebranded the FAB conference to become re-FAB […]
Keep ReadingGetting corporate event planners to notice your venue can mean a huge boost in revenue. No matter whether you run a massive conference center or a small venue that hosts special events, spreading the word about your venue should be one of your main business priorities. Implementing marketing strategies that work can help you draw […]
Keep ReadingThe word is out — events are good business, which means that getting people to book at your venue is becoming more competitive. So how do you make your business stand out? What are some steps you can take to make people want to book with you over the other venues they are considering? At […]
Keep ReadingGetting corporate event planners to notice your venue can mean a huge boost in revenue. No matter the size of your space, spreading the word about your venue should be one of your main business priorities. Implementing marketing strategies that work can help you draw in small local businesses, but it can also attract corporate […]
Keep ReadingThe holiday season is an awesome opportunity for venues to showcase their creativity and deviate from their regular rotation of events. Some embrace traditional decor while others really kick up the kitsch factor. The onslaught of social media and especially Instagram gives a whole new stage to promote this magical time of year. Here’s a […]
Keep ReadingEvent hosts and guests have increased their standards for additional touches that can elevate the private dining and event experience, and the holiday season has proven to be no exception. They’re looking to venues for more than just a cocktail party or a sit-down dinner. This can come into play through the entertainment portion and […]
Keep ReadingDavio’s has always been a trendsetter. When owner Steve DiFillippo took over the Boston-based Italian restaurant 32 years ago, he sent employees in tuxedos with Davio’s pizza to neighboring businesses on Newbury Street to promote the restaurant. Davio’s is one of a few restaurants to make their popular menu items available nationwide. In 2007, DiFillippo […]
Keep ReadingAlexis Cervasio has created a successful events business out of the element of surprise and delight. At a time where people use social media, apps, and reviews to carefully decide where to eat and what experiences are worth their time and money, East Boston Oysters (EBO), Cervasio’s popup dinner series – always held in “a […]
Keep ReadingDespite a lagging economy, the limits of the business expense account, and perception that entertaining is a waste of a company dollars, restaurants have embraced and jumped at the private dining or group dining strategy. Through renovations or new builds, most restaurants have added a private dining room or rooms as a way to attract […]
Keep ReadingWhether you are trying to attract small events or large-scale meetings at your hotel or restaurant, you have a lot of competition for the attention of the event planners. So how do you make your space more appealing to the folks who are making these decisions? The secret is to keep event planners happy – […]
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