Launching Launches

Today was a day of firsts, for sure: the first snowfall in some parts of the East Coast, and we’re sure it’s someone’s first birthday out there. But for the inner tech-lover in all of us, we’re excited about the launch of #techsytalk by @lizkingevents.

Liz is an old friend of the Boomset crew, and head of one of the most tech-savvy event firms here in NYC. Their launch of Techsy Talk is aimed at bridging the gap between event technology and the event professional. The industry is going digital, haven’t you heard?  

                             

Another huge launch that we’re excited to share comes from our friends over at Forté Events and the start of their newest division, Forté Labs. If you’re an #eventprof and you’re in NYC this November, you’ll definitely want to sign up for their 4-hour training intensive course. It’s a half-day of learning how to create balance in your work and personal life, covering topics pertaining to event professionals such as, “Building A Business That Creates The Life You Want” and “Expanding Your Market,” popular topics from Tami Forero's most popular classes.

                  

We’re letting you know now because tickets are sure to go fast and you can’t miss out on the expertise and advice that Forté has to offer. You’ll also get to check out another great NYC venue, Loft227, where the event will take place next Tuesday, November 19th.

We’ll see you there!

For more information and registration, click here. 

Guest Post: Diversifying Your Menu

Every single person who has ever needed to work with a chef or caterer to create a menu wants to develop a unique experience for their guests. By the age of 25, I figure most people have been to more than a few weddings, parties, galas or formal dinners and the need for something ‘new’ and ‘unique’ is even more important. 
Some questions one might ask are:
  • How do you develop a delicious, flavorful menu of items people have not had before? 
  • Why not just give people a meal you know they will like?
  • How does cost affect the decision for the type of food I order?
It is important to work with a vendor who 1) has industry experience 2) has cooked various types of cuisine 3) can work with any budget and still supply a delicious meal. Many chefs come up with their own creations, but some of them also spend time researching recipes or reading cookbooks for inspiration. And while I’m sure they can come up with something great, I think it is also the responsibility of the client to have an idea of what they want. Going to a caterer and saying, “do whatever you want, we give you creative freedom, just make sure it tastes good” is like standing at a fork in the road and not knowing which way to go. It is your job to to communicate some amount of the idea of what style you’d like, your cost and expectations. 

If you want something unique, don’t always rely on a chef to know what your dream food is. Take it into your own hands. Find pictures, recipes, Pinterest boards, blogs dedicated to what you like. Pick a color, flavor or wine to be the theme of your event. Have something for your caterer to work with. By looking at photos and blogs (plus all of the food you’ve already seen at said events) you will also be able to determine what you do NOT want. This is equally important in deciding what you do want.
To conclude: any event you organize should be as unique as your clients. People generally don’t remember food after an evening, so create something people will talk about for week, months, years! Find a caterer or chef you can trust, and is open to being creative and try new things with you, and go for it!
              
Jenn Glucklich, B.S. Event Management
Voila!
Specializing in Day-Of Coordinating and Events

Ever have a creative menu that made your event really stand out? Tell us about it!

The Event of the Year

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If you’re an event professional, you’re not going to want to miss this expo! This Wednesday (October 2), there will be over 1,200 professionals from corporate business executives to wedding planners gathering to network and discuss the latest industry trends. This is an essential expo to be “in the know” for 2014, as vendors from all over the local NYC area will be there to kick off the holiday season. The list includes some of the biggest names in the event industry, including:

• JW Marriott Essex House New York

• Fig & Olive

• New York Water Taxi

• Russian Tea Room

…and SO many more!

This is an opportunity to meet new contacts to bring your event to another level, and to give you a little inspiration for all the upcoming holiday season festivities. The day is not only guaranteed to be productive, but interesting and entertaining, too! You’ll also get to check out the Metropolitan Pavilion, the venue host for the expo, located in the heart of Manhattan with SIX different and distinct event spaces inside.

All this productivity and fun is sure to make you work up an appetite—or a hankering for a specialty cocktail. Never fear, among the live entertainment, you’ll be able to sample sponsored cocktails and gourmet appetizers. 

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Sounds like a good time, no? Did you grab your ticket yet? Visit our friends over at Eventbrite.

Looking forward to meeting the trendy and influential #eventprofs of 2014.