It is Essential for Your Event Planner to be Insured
No matter what type of event you are planning, there are a multitude of details and factors that can affect the outcome. Hiring a qualified event planner with a track record of success can minimize your chances of having things go wrong, but there is always the possibility of something happening that is out of the event planner’s control. This is why it is essential for your... Read More
Smart Planning for the Unexpected – Insurance Coverage for Events
It makes sense to carry general liability insurance when planning and hosting events, but sometimes additional coverage is needed for some of the smaller details. What’s an event without food and drink? Did you know that host liability or liquor liability insurance is a requirement in certain states when liquor is being served at an event? Your event planner should be familiar... Read More
Do Event Planners Need Insurance? Of Course!
The Event Concierge clients hire us to oversee their events and make sure everything from weddings to corporate events go off without a hitch. But, there are things that are out of the control of even the best event planners, which is why understanding insurance coverage for events is so important. There is a variety of insurance types that benefit event planners and, in turn,... Read More
Meeting Planner in Phoenix, Julie Wong, earns Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) certification
Phoenix, AZ – Julie Wong, owner of The Event Concierge, a meeting and event planning company headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, received certification as a Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) by the Convention Industry Council. This designation recognizes individuals who have achieved the industry’s highest level of professionalism. Requirements for CMP Program certification... Read More
Event Coordinators and Stress
It’s official. You thought your job was stressful, but according to CareerCast’s list of the Most Stressful Jobs of 2012, event coordinators racked up a “stress score” of 49.85, landing us in the number 6 position, right behind police officer and military general. Even though a good event planner seems cool, calm and collected, most events present challenges that can... Read More
CUSTOMER BUSINESS ACTIVITIES
Studies have found that “Out of the Office” customer meetings have an increased benefit in doing business. With our strong relationships with the major resorts and spas in both Phoenix and Tucson, we can help plan that perfect business outing for you and your customers or your employees. Many of our clients appreciate that we provide ‘one stop shopping’ for their golf... Read More
SPRING TRAINING GAMES AND OFF SITE BUSINESS MEETING
Yes, believe it or not, now is the time to start thinking of Spring Training Games as a great way to have an “off site” business meeting with your customers. The Event Concierge puts together the tickets, lunch and even a “goodie bag” for you and your customers. If you want, we can work with you to include some of your targeted business information in... Read More
The Event Concierge, Receives Women’s Business Enterprise Certification
Phoenix, Arizona – November 3, 2011 The Event Concierge, a meeting and event planning company, received national certification as a Women’s Business Enterprise by the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC). WBENC’s national standard of certification is a meticulous process including an in-depth review of the business and a site inspection. The certification... Read More
Business Relationship Manager joins The Event Concierge
With a diverse background in information technology, human resources, offsite catering, and event management….we welcome Ms. Denise Lopez-Koppinger as she joins the team at The Event Concierge. Denise has been recruited as the Business Relationship Manager to enhance the client experience of promoting hospitality with professionalism and personalization. Denise has over 30 years... Read More
