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Top Ways to Ensure 2019 is the Best Year Yet

Four Tips to Ensure 2019 is the Best Year Yet By Meghan Ely, OFD Consulting Another year has passed and it’s time for us event professionals to do some proactive work to prepare for 2019. Whether this year was one of feast or famine, the new year is always a great time to reassess your …

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Best Practices for Working with Photographers

By: Keith Phillips, Classic Photographers  As an industry pro, think about your process (creative or logistical) when it comes to working an event. Across the board, you and your team have your own strategy for setting up, executing your services, and closing up shop at the end of the night. Your process is different from …

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PR Tips & Tricks for Caterers

By Meghan Ely Let me guess: You’ve (understandably) found yourself too busy with client work to dedicate any time or effort to your public relations efforts. Public relations can seem like a time-consuming process that doesn’t answer to waiting clients. However, wedding PR can be the key to increased brand awareness, more revenue, and a …

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The Underground Kitchen Experience

Recently, my wife and I took part in what’s described as “the most exclusive dining ticket in town” – The Underground Kitchen. This pop-up dinner series has always been extremely popular in Richmond, VA and has now expanded to over 28 cities nationally. While we’ve always had our eye on this unique concept, it’s taken us …

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Summer Backyard Party Trends

Summer parties have moved well beyond hot dogs and hamburgers on the grill—people are getting serious about throwing a beautiful backyard get together! Check out these awesome backyard party trends: Lighting Patio or bistro lighting can seriously elevate any outdoor space. In addition to their practical purpose, lights are a great way to visually designate …

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