It’s déjà vu in 2022 for event planners
Have plans this year? Be flexible and ready to pivot.
It’s déjà vu in 2022 for event planners
It’s déjà vu all over again on EventCheck Knox
How’s the pandemic proceeding? The calendar reflects some turbulence.
Planning a September event? Read this first!
When do the Vols play? Sooner than you think.
Event planners had year to forget but remain thankful
A pandemic pushed planners to the limit. Read how they got through it in 2020.
It’s football time in Tennessee … and it still matters
Is your event planner playbook ready?
Keep visitors happy: Update your website
Five tips to keep it fresh
Pandemic planning: ‘There’s no place like home’
When the going gets tough, planners get creative.
Events gone virtual: Tips and resources
When in-person is no-go, planners figure out how-to.
Can your event go virtual? It may have to!
Nonprofits shift to virtual settings amid pandemic.
Need to host an event right now? Go virtual!
When a pandemic hits, event planners have to pivot.
Come together — and get on EventCheck Knox
Jerry Askew of the Alliance for Better Nonprofits: Let’s get creative and come together.
COVID-19 is worst party crasher ever
Spring got turned upside down. Make sure your event is updated!
Calling all planners – set your dates!
Cheer up an extrovert, event planners. Pick your dates.
Calendar reflects event changes due to coronavirus
Look before you go! Events are being canceled or postponed because of coronavirus.
To link or not to link? (We heard you; they’re back)
Links for individual events have been restored. Read why and how.
Former corporate planner extols benefits of EventCheck Knox
Tina Knight shares insight from time spent as corporate planner – and how EventCheck Knox would have helped.
Jazz up your holiday in December
From jazz to peppermint, downtown Knoxville is ready for the holidays.
Let us now praise event planners
Event planners are “the real MVP.”
Thursday is the new Friday (still)
Thursday and Friday are overbooked. The other weekdays are lonely. Shift some events.
‘What do I wear?’
We break down the dress code – with the help of the Blue Streak.
I’m dreaming … of dates for December
What are you doing in December? EventCheck Knox needs to know.
By the time you hear Rocky Top, it’s too late
Planning an event? Better know when – and where – the Vols play in the fall.
Event planning through the eyes of interns
What can interns learn about event planning? As it turns out, quite a bit.
Intern assignments, real world experience
Moxley Carmichael interns share lessons learned at large-scale event.
EventCheck Knox marks milestone!
2,000 entries and counting – and keep them coming.
What event will be No. 2,000?
EventCheck Knox is three events away from 2,000. Send yours in now!
Add EventCheck shortcut to mobile device
Event planning is hectic. Shortcuts help.
Is your event ready for the spring rush?
Springtime is event time. Send those events!
Planner’s playbook: Clear costs, full glasses
Accurate alcohol order key to successful event
New search feature yields ‘better, smarter results’
Search, and you will find.
Want the mayor at your event? Pick the best date!
Elected officials want to attend your events. Make it easier for them.
Knoxville Opera, take a bow
What are the keys to a sell-out event? The Blue Streak knows.
‘Look Before You Book’ gets new look
Relaunch and redesign done with planners in mind.
Make a planner’s day with répondez s’il vous plait
RSVP instructions are not an optional response. Planners need to know the number of attendees.
Get to Know a Planner: Lila Honaker
Get to know Lila Honaker, who plans events for the Historic Tennessee Theatre Foundation.
‘The Patio’ beckons for event planners
Fall football tailgates or receptions year-round, “The Patio” presents the perfect venue with quite the view.
Knox Heritage asked question, never looked back
“Who are preservationists?” Knox Heritage got the answer and moved ahead.
Get to Know a Planner: Kate Jackson
EventCheck Knox has a new series called “Get to Know a Planner.” We start with Kate Jackson of the Knoxville Convention Center.
First-year event planner shares Biscuit Festival lessons
First-year event director of the International Biscuit Festival outlines lessons learned as event expands.
From electricity to lightning, planners are ready to strike
No electricity? Lightning? These planners handled day-of event incidents without a hitch.
Take event promotion outside the box
Get engaging and creative with expert tips on promotion from Moxley Carmichael’s John McCulley.
1,000 and counting
EventCheck Knox has reached a milestone with its 1,000th event. We share three lessons learned along the way.
Ijams Nature Center shares tips for invitation-only events
An invitation-only event can be a great way to showcase a nonprofit. Ijams Nature Center’s Jenny Newby offers insight.
Jackson Terminal opens with ‘UX’
Jackson Terminal found its “UX.” Read how in our blog.
The 12 blog posts of Christmas
We put 12 of our favorite blog entries under the Christmas tree for planners.
Part Two: First-time event planner shares insight
Courtney Kliman of Young-Williams Animal Center shares additional insight after planning first-time fundraiser.
What are we grateful for at EventCheck Knox?
From early birds to feedback, we have a lot to be thankful for at EventCheck Knox.
Part One: First-time event planner shares insight
Courtney Kliman shares insight after planning first-time fundraiser.
Silent auction? Live? Both? Get answers!
When should an event planner hold a silent auction? Live auction? And what should be offered?
Star power shines with proper planning
Well-known people can boost an event but heed these steps when booking speakers.
‘Check out’ these auction tips
Sorting? Running? What do these have to do with auctions? EventCheck Knox gets Morton Massey to explain.
Do big-name speakers boost events?
A well-known speaker certainly elevates the profile of your event. But does it raise money and awareness for your organization?
Five questions to cover with your caterer
Proper communication with your caterer can be the difference between successful event or culinary disaster.
Marketing experts outline social media promotion
Social media matters before, during and after events.
Find balance between focus and fun
Dual-purpose events focus on important issues and ensure that guests have a great experience.
Jerry Kruse pours ice advice
Jerry Kruse, owner of The Pour Guys, was one of the first subjects of our blog. We checked in a year later to see what’s on his mind.
Check this list before listing event
After a year of loading events onto the calendar, Maria Cornelius has a Top Five checklist for content.
EventCheck Knox notches one year
EventCheck Knox celebrates its one-year anniversary this week with three numbers – 723, 216 and 185.
Friends of Literacy turns a unique page
A hot topic for event planners is themed events, but how does the conversation change when the theme is not clearly tied to the organization’s mission?
Planners find (more) resources at Visit Knoxville
From bullets to bacon, Visit Knoxville will get it done.
An intern’s take on event planning
As an aspiring event planner, I was pleasantly surprised to find out how often public relations and event planning overlap.
Event planners find resources at Visit Knoxville
EventCheck Knox checked in with Visit Knoxville to find out exactly what the organization offers event planners.
Stack the deck with social media
Lauren Miller, the director of client services for Moxley Carmichael, is an expert when it comes to event planning and promotion.
EventCheck Knox Top 10 List
The Top 10 reasons why planners should use EventCheck Knox.
Steer attendees to a themed event
Adding a theme to an event takes extra work, but the effort can be well worth it.
Thursday is the new Friday
There are seven days in a week. It’s time for event planners to use all of them.
The 123s of keeping sponsors
We wrote before about the benefits of sponsors and how to find them. Now, we have advice on how to keep them.
Tale of two birthday cakes
The cake maker matters. And this story takes the cake.
Farm-to-table takes root in Tennessee
The farm-to-table experience is blossoming, and planners can reap benefits from the trend.
Planners never lose track of time
If there’s one thing experienced event planners know, it’s that timing is everything.
Stay calm when the calendar is covered
With the pending arrival of warm weather, planners heat up with events filling their calendars.
It’s all about that cake, no trouble
Mary Bogert, general manager of the Knoxville Convention Center, and her staff are detailed planners who stay prepared to handle any situation.
Now serving … the menu matters
Planners need to make the right selection when it comes to menu.
Lions and tigers and bears, oh no!
Thinking about adding animals to your event for a little pizzazz? Read this first!
Unpredictable weather challenges planners
East Tennessee weather, especially in the winter, is unpredictable, which can be a curse or a blessing for event planners.
It could have been a train wreck …
As 2014 came to a close and 2015 got underway, we asked event planners to share their stories of challenges faced and obstacles overcome, and they delivered.
Here’s to successful planning in 2015!
The start of a new year means a whole slate of upcoming events, and EventCheck Knox wants all of them to be successful.
A holiday toast to all event planners!
New Year’s parties are a week away. Here’s a reminder on how much alcohol is needed, plus some festive drink recipes.
Let the theme steer your holiday party
Before you make any decision about the details of your holiday party, first determine the theme.
M&M Productions puts spotlight on events
The value of M&M Productions USA is embedded in its experience and expertise.
Calling all event planners!
This blog is written for and about event planners, and now we want to hear from you.
Salute the sponsors
When you attend an event, what do you notice first?
Location, location, location
Convenience. Cost. Creativity. Those are three guiding principles for planners when deciding where to hold an event.
How-to of how to get sponsors
Sponsors are the lifeblood of event planners. But how do you determine who to approach for help?
Beautify your event by going green
Planners have a lot on their checklists before launching an event, and Keep Knoxville Beautiful would like to add one more – and make it easy for them.
Who’s on first … planners must know
When I think about communication, or the lack thereof, my mind immediately goes to “Who’s on first?” – the classic Abbott and Costello comedy sketch about the names of baseball players.
Getting in sync with your speaker
Recently, we talked about whether or not an event needs a speaker. Now, we offer the do’s and don’ts for event planners and speakers.
Now, hear this … to speak or not
Finding a guest speaker for your event may seem daunting, but if a planner knows where to look, the process can be smooth and beneficial for the attendees and the organization.
Plan to use social media
Social media can be a boon for event planners when used correctly.
EventCheck Knox introduced to planners
EventCheck Knox officially launched with – what else – a party!
Plug the right pieces into planning
Planning an event takes teamwork, and to make that team work, it takes planning.
Balancing the bottom line
It’s no secret that the purpose of nonprofit events is to raise money for worthy causes. It therefore stands to reason that the bottom line of nonprofit events is, well, the bottom line.
What’s your name?
What’s in a name? Juliet asked Romeo. That which we call a rose by any other name would smell as sweet. Well, that didn’t work for Juliet, and it certainly doesn’t work for event planners.
Beer, wine, specialty drinks surge in popularity
Event planners used to fill a bar with the four standards – bourbon, gin, scotch and vodka. That has changed over the past two decades.
Pick me, pick me! (again)
Whether the draw is entertainment, food, inspiration or the magic of Christmas, it’s important to find a way to stand out in the fall and holiday season when social calendars are full.
Pick me, pick me!
Social calendars fill up quickly during the busy fall and holiday seasons. How do you make your event stand out from the crowd?
Invitation opens event experience
Creating eye-catching, attention-grabbing printed invitations – from colors that pack a punch to fonts that expertly match the tone of the occasion – is a critical step in the event planning process.
The people behind EventCheck Knox
An email arrived last week to the EventCheck Knox account from Friends of the Smokies that sought to add some detail to the calendar entry for the Evergreen Ball, scheduled for next January.
What’s in your box?
Scissors. Tape. Zip ties. Flash drive. What do all of these things have in common? They each belong in an event planner’s toolbox.
Don’t let your event overflow or run dry
The biggest mistake made when ordering beverages for an event can be an obvious but all too common one.