Orlando Venues - Looking for a great venue for a cocktail party for ~250 in Orlando. Please let me know your recommendations. Thank you!

Hi Event Pros! Does anyone have recommendations for restaurants with options for private dining close to the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando? Hoping to organize a private VIP dinner as a side event to a conference we're sponsoring. Thanks!

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Hi! I’m trying to find a breakfast spot near javits but not seeing Hudson yards in the vendry as a neighborhood option. I’m not a local, so any thoughts on what neighborhood I should try instead?

Hi all, looking for a venue that can hold up to 500 people for an event with mainstage sessions and networking in New York, Vegas, and West Coast or Orlando area Florida. Any and all ideas welcome!

Hi all! Planning a small dinner in Chicago for executives near McCormick Place early June. Any restaurant recommendations? I looked in the Vendry already but all I could find was fully committed. Thank you!

Any Chicago bar rec’s near McCormick Place West for a HH? Thanks!

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Hi everyone! Does anyone have any venue recommendations in San Francisco (capacity: 3,000)?

hi all - i'm looking for a Four Seasons/high end level of venue in San Diego, as close to the convention center as possible. Flexible on pax - shooting for 130 reception but would prefer a nicer venue over larger capacity. anyone a venue expert in San Diego?? thank you!

Vegas HELP My Company has a booth at an upcoming tradeshow in Las Vegas at Mandalay Bay and we typically do a happy hour or event after the exhibit hall closes. Last year we did sky lounge - I was hoping to do something more outside the box this year than just a restaurant/bar outlet but it has to be within the mandalay bay complex

Anyone have good venues recs for Toronto for 250 people, main room for executive track, and one room for workshop and main area for f&b and happy hour

Any recommendations for a NOLA restaurant near the Convention Center for a seated business dinner for 150 pax?

Looking for a venue in Portland -- 200 people, reception / standing cocktails. Client wants a place that has a cool, Portland vibe. No hotels. No banquet halls. Prefer restaurant, rooftop bar, or the like that really showcases the personality of Portland. Any thoughts? Thanks!

Hey all! Wondering if you have some recommendations for large meeting/ conference room spaces (24 people) for half-day rentals in NYC. I have checked out a lot of the co-working spaces, but wondering if I am overlooking something. Thanks!

Hi everyone! Looking for a NYC venue for 125-150 1/2 of panels and then a reception. I'm used to booking bigger spaces in NY, so would love some recs from this group,

Also, I'm going to be in NYC June 26-29, so let me know if you'd like to connect in person! 🙂

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NYC friends: I’m hosting a VC annual investor day at Neuehouse oand looking for an addt happy hour venue in Midtown for 55-60 guests on Oct 24🗽 The vibe we’re going for is swanky, non-corporate with options to bring a “food design” caterer + photobooth. Sample venues we’ve looked at: The Ned, Maxwell Social, Fotografiska, Rare Book Room @ the Strand. Thank you!

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Hi friends, looking for a stylish/cool space for events in a few cities in the US:

• NYC

• Chicago

• Austin

• Los Angeles

Hosting a meet-up with 100pax in each city. Food and Drinks + Tech included. Any recommendations?

Hi All! I'm looking for a Happy Hour venue in Amsterdam near the RAI - anyone have experience planning events there? We'll be at IBC Sept. 15-18 and were hoping to plan a Happy Hour for around 50-75 clients. If you know of a good venue, please let me know. So far not having much luck with the places I've contacted. Thanks!

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Looking for office event space rentals in Chicago for 20-30 people. Any recs outside of a wework?

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Hey guys! I’m looking for smaller venues in LA for a corporate networking event. It’s an afternoon event with presentations followed by a cocktail hour. I think the capacity should be for 50-100 ppl. The client tends to like trendy, colorful and out of the ordinary venues rather than hotel conference rooms. In-House AV setup is a plus. Any help is appreciated, thanks in advance! 😊

Looking for a “cool” venue for a 50-100 person event (similar to a roadshow) in Las Vegas. Has anyone done anything there recently? It would be an afternoon event for a few hours.

Hi all! I have a group for a January 2024 European program of 500 people that takes up a footprint of closer to 1000-1500 needing a keynote and multiple breakout spaces. Are there any cities that y’all know that are well set up with ample freestanding (non hotel meeting) spaces to accommodate a group this size? Would appreciate any and all recommendations of markets and or spaces. Thanks in advance!

Following Carter's Houston question... I'm helping a colleague find a retreat space in the Houston area (5 C-suite folks for one weekend). She doesn't want a corporate space or standard hotel, and wants it to have some sort of access to nature. Their budget is about $600/day. We're finding LOTS of religious-leaning retreat spaces & hotels in my search but nothing that fits her requirements. Any recs?

Hi, everyone. I'm looking for venue recommendations for Copenhagen (large user conference event; 3000 ppl - keynote, exhibit space, etc) and am looking for something OTHER THAN the Bella Center...do any of you have good Copenhagen contacts or recommendations?!

Hi all! I’m looking into venues in Nashville to host a 1 day meeting for about 120 people - NO HOTELS. We need (2) breakout rooms along with a general session space (this year the group was at Acme Feed and Seed, but need a better breakout set up for 2024).

The added challenge is that we are also hoping to host a concert the night before or night of the event nearby or onsite for about 200-250 people. Any recommended venues or parts of Nashville to look at for either portion of the event would be amazing!

What: New Jersey-East Asia Economic Mission

Where: Tokyo, Hiroshima, Seoul, Taipei, Hsinchu

When: October 13-22, 2023

Who: 60+ delegates

What went well:

• The delegates were thrilled to go on New Jersey’s most expansive economic mission ever. 40+ MOUs, partnerships, and important contracts were signed, including a drivers license reciprocity agreement with NJ and the Korean National Police association.

• Positive press all around. We got lots of write-ups in local media. Having a reporter on the ground with us helped.

• Governor Murphy was able to meet with the head of state in every country - not something all Govs get to do. He even brought a guitar signed by Bon Jovi as a gift for a music-loving high-ranking individual.

• Overall, I just can’t believe I successfully planned logistics, managed 90 meetings/sessions/events, and moved 60+ people, including the Gov, his family, and their security, across so many countries/cities with no major issues. Definitely my biggest accomplishment ever.

For next time:

• My events team was way too small (ie, it was a one-woman show of just me) and I lost not only an extraordinary amount of sleep but my mind a few times too. I’m advocating for an event coordinator to be added to my team now.

• Hoping for a longer lead planning time for the next economic mission.

• Still learning to navigate the world of politics/politicians. Personalities, rules, and processes much different than I’m used to.

• Need to buy comfortable shoes. My plantar fasciitis was really on fire this whole time with the literal running around we had to do. In the past, I could wear sneakers but with this crowd I had to be in dress shoes all the time. My Naturalizer loafers did not deliver on the promised support. Time to buy good insoles!

Hello, hello: Heading to Berlin in March and looking for private dining rooms (30pax) and breakfast spots with meeting space (15 pax). Open to rooftops, hotels, restaurants, etc.- looking for both to be draws as the events are coinciding with large hospitality trade show at Messe Berlin. Open to providing transportation to the show after breakfast. Thank you, thank you!!!

Good morning #advice-and-recs Has anyone used AMA Conference Center San Francisco or the Convene at 100 Stockton? Looking for a meeting space for 30ppl in SF. Open to other suggestions, as well. Thanks!

Hi NYC Crew -- looking for a venue in June of this year that can dual-function as a founder summit during the day and summer party in the evening. 40 people- founder summit

300 people - party. Kickstarting the search this week if anyone has leads for dynamic spaces in NYC. Much appreciated! [email hidden]

Anyone have A/V company recommendations for New Jersey? We have videographers but need sound & light for a video of a ribbon cutting & facility tour in Bridgewater, NJ.

Curious if anyone has hired waiters for an event in nyc and what company / service they would recommend

Can anyone recommend an event agency/production company that is based in NY and does tech-forward/AI friendly events?

Looking for any recos for Freelance Producers in NYC. Any connections are appreciated!

Hi all — does anyone have a recommendation for an NYC content creator/video team that could create reels or video snippets from a corporate event? Must have experience with corp video coverage.

Hi all – I’m looking for on-site support for a one-day event on Long Island in Woodbury, NY, on Thursday, May 30. I posted more details in the job post chat but if anyone knows of any freelancer or folks that would be interested in supporting this work, please let me know. Or if anyone has any very reliable staffing agencies, please let me know - thanks!

Please feel to email/text/call me at [phone hidden] or [email hidden].

Hi everyone! Does anyone have a good AV vendor recommendation for art installation in Chicago?! Thank you!!

One of our investors asked for recommendations for a NYC mitzvah planner, if anyone here has advice I could pass along (with credit!). Not an over-the-top family

Good morning, all! Does anyone have any recommendations for in-person mixology class vendors? Looking specifically for New York and San Francisco. Thank you! Also, if anyone is ever looking for a mixology class in New Orleans, we had the BEST expereince at the New Orleans Drink Lab. Highly recommend!

Hi all - Anyone have any go to corporate caterers for the San Francisco area that they love!?

anyone have a strong recommendation for event agencies in NY or SF?

1. that can run large scale events

2. help with smaller events or venue sourcing

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Hi All, We are producing a corporate conference at Gand Hyatt Baha Mar Bahamas in Early March 2024 and looking for the following local vendors.

• AV & Staging

• Photography/Videography

• Photobooth vendor

Any suggestions or recommendations would be amazing.

Thanks in Advance!

Other than leather stamping, or screen printing - does anyone have any swag or similar stations you can bring to a trade show or conference? Something that happens live and guests get a takeaway of some kind!

Does anyone have any recommendations for an awesome dinner & activity experience in Chicago in the May timeframe? Looking to host a field event in Chi-town for a Director + audience of about 15-20 people. Appreciate any reccos 🙏

client would like to rent a printer for our production office at an SF event. anyone have a rec?

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Hi Everyone! Does anyone have any recommendations for a full service AV company based in Phoenix, AZ? I am trying to find an alternative to Encore.

Hi! Looking for recommendations for Miami based A/V and Tech companies with experience in visual projections

Lighting /AV NYC - please let me know any awesome lighting/AV vendors for NYC? Working on a fundraiser in a school gym and lighting will be key. Thank you!

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Hi there! Does anyone have an experiential agency they love? Looking for an agency that can scale high quality concepts and tactics to a range of budgets.

Does anyone happen to know a contact at Stephan Weiss Studios Ltd in NYC? I'm planning a 10 person offsite and I think their loft could work perfectly. I'm having trouble finding a contact online though.

Hi! Anyone know of an amazing AV production company near San Diego or LA? The resort uses Pinnacle Live which I’m not 100% opposed to but also want to RFP external as well. Thanks !!!

Hey all!

Looking for some photo examples of unique stage/screen/led wall setups you’ve done or seen.

We’re trying to revamp our main stage production look and feel and our AV vendor isn’t giving us any good inspiration.

Thanks!

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Hey all! Does anyone have an AV company they love in the Bay area/ Silicon Valley area? We are doing an event at the Ritz Carlton Half Moon Bay and I would love to not use their in-house offering...thanks!

Anyone know a good DMC in Minneapolis?

Hi all! we are hosting a cocktail reception in San Francisco at the Dorian and looking for local entertainment options, any recommendations? Thank you!

And any jazz band in the bay area? for a 500 awards dinner. thank you!

Hi all! Does anyone have any recommendations for fun venues or activities in SF for a group of execs? Tia!

Hi all, looking for a fabrication company to support a small 20' x 30' build at a car show in Long Beach (early March)… Looking to brand a double sided 20' x 10' hard wall…. thanks!

Looking for examples of large seamless screens (that are lifesize), perhaps used as wayfinders or ideally were digital photo op backdrops?

Hi everyone! Does anyone happen to have any preferred vendors when it comes to acoustics? Like someone you would call in to address a noisy space and outfit it with noise reducing measures? They can be located anywhere

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Hi All! I am looking to collect bids from production companies for the our upcoming Gala next September. We need both scenic and the production side of it. Any one have good recommendations for nonprofits? We're located in San Diego! Thanks in advance for any recs.

Anyone else shocked by the sticker price of AV lately? If anyone has worked with affordable but awesome AV techs and stage design groups, Id love to know who they are :) thanks!

Hi All! Gearing up to increase our networking virtual events again this winter and wondering if anyone has recs for companies you've worked with for tasting events. We've worked with LMH Experiences, In Good Taste and some one off distributors, but exploring new options. We've found most success with wine tastings or cocktail making events.

Hi! Anyone know of an amazing independent planner based in SF who can help us plan a unique experiential outing / event for 110 people?

Does anyone use a free (or very low cost) AI transcription service? I have a couple audio files (30 minutes each) that I'd like to upload and get the transcripts for.

Happy Friday! Looking to build a small branded experience in the DC area can anyone recommend a small local boutique experiential agency in the area?

Hi! Looking for recommendations for a network (Internet) consulting firm that can work within a sound stage to provide network assessment/review, WiFi networking, design/implementation/maintenance/monitoring, etc. for a live broadcast event. Preference for LA-based.

Hey everyone! Does anyone have any recommendations for local crew in the San Fran/Sonoma area? Producing a 1 day (May 18th) dining experience in Petaluma and need a couple of strong arms to help with set up (lots of furniture rentals to be put in place). Any recommendations would be much appreciated!

Who has an amazing top-secret vendor for props/decor serving the SF-Bay Area?

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Any bands and/or DJs in the San Diego area you love? Seeking a corporate appropriate but still party hearty kind of vibe 🙂

Hey yall! We are currently looking for an interactive engagement piece for a tradeshow booth in Miami. Our client's concept is around "mindset" so they threw out some ideas around an aura reader, tarot card reader, type writer poet, etc - Does anyone have a contact or recommendations of a creative entertainment agency where we could book said talent based in Miami?

Good morning! Does anyone know of any great A/V companies on Martha's Vineyard? Hosting a few small private events on the island in August and looking for any recommendations. Thanks a bunch!

Hey everyone. Looking to create Ultra VIP experiences tacking onto events already happening (think VIP meet and greet/discussion with a Keynote speaker from a large conference in an exclusive lounge within the venue).

Will be approx. 100-150 people pending market.

Anyone have any events that would be willing to partner with us and our banking client.

Thanks!

Hi all, I am organizing a signature fundraising event for a science centre in Vancouver, BC. It is in its 7th year, over 1500+ guests, needs some new and fun audience activations. We done the photo booth, 360 cam, graffiti wall, etc.. Has anyone seen anything unique out there? Thanks!

Hi! Does anyone have any recommendations for a company that produces sampling/ experience kits or vip mailers?

Hi all! Does anyone have any recommendations for a photographer in San Francisco. Just need one for roughly 2-3 hours for a private dinner in October. Thank you! 💜

Hi all! I am looking for a photo booth company that has affordable roaming photographer/roaming photo booth options for an upcoming NYC event, any recommendations appreciated! Thank you!

Hi all! I’m searching for a mentalist/magician for an event in Austin TX in September. We want someone that’s cost effective (budget around $5-8K) but also isn’t cheesy/lame!

Hey all! Are any AV companies heading to SXSW this year who may have the capacity to take on a 5 hour outdoor event with general lighting and either an LED wall and/or projector on the backside of a small stage? Also open to suggestions of a relatively local company who may be able to support the ask.

hi everyone - happy new year! Any recommendations for Denver (or CO based) fabrication shop? Thanks in advance!

Hey all! I'm looking for large/small format print vendor in Seattle - we're producing a large conference at the convention center & additional events at T-Mobile Park and Climate Pledge arena in the span of a week, so it would be a large ask! Would also love any furniture rental companies as well. Thank you!! 🙂

Hey all! Does anyone have tent vendor recommendations for Denver? Looking to host 3K+ attendees. Thank you!

Hi all. Does anyone have a trusted/reliable high end car service you work with in NYC? Need to coordinate some transportation for an upcoming event and haven't booked cars since pre-pandemic (and TBH since Uber/Lyft came on the scene)

Hi all, really excited to be a part of this community!

Looking for a DMC/event production company recommendation to help me with the following (*highly ambitious) project: Company kick off event (2-3 day offsite, local + intl travel from Chile) for 1200 people in Jan 2024. Our CFO wants to see 3 budget scenarios for an event in Vegas, SF and 1 other location (Florida or Arizona) by EOW. Recognizing it's not realistic to pull detailed quotes & availability by then, but would love to provide a ballpark p/person estimate at least. Thank you!

Hi friends! A co-worker is looking for a referral (for a friend) in the Bay area for a small agency that can handle a VC event for 50-100 people They need help sourcing a venue, catering, managing invites, decor, branding, attendee comms, press, etc. If you have any recos or are interested, please let me know by end of day tomorrow 🥰

hi all - me again with another last minute request. we need stage risers - 4' x 8' (at least 6) in midtown by Sunday afternoon. any recs?

Does anyone have a computer rental vendor in Las Vegas? I'm looking for 2 ipads for an event next week.

Hi all - any recommendations for a photographer in Miami? I’m looking for someone with experience capturing speakers/panels for a conference

Anyone have a florist in Orlando? I need an arrangement for a tabletop trade show exhibit?

Hi All! We are doing an event in Playa Del Carmen next year. If anyone has planned events in Mexico would love to pick your brain. Also does anyone have recs for a travel agency?! Would love to work with a travel agency to plan the excursions to make sure we are going to the best of the best places. Thanks!

Hello Vendry members!

For a Meta colleague, I am looking for a wedding planner planning and helping day of for a Caribbean wedding. Do you have any recommendations? Would greatly appreciate it.

Hi my event pro community! I am doing an event in NYC early april and am looking for a tablescape stylist to come in and help with that design who has an elevated style. The brand is a hi-luxe brand and they have exquisite taste, so need someone with a great design eye. Does anyone have recommendations?

Anyone have a production/AV partner in Indianapolis who can print and set up a red carpet?

Any recommendations for a temp staff agency? I’m looking for some staff to help with badge scanning and registration for an event in NYC

Hello, I have a client looking for a local event planner for a small event in Montreal. Any recommendations on planners?

ISO custom fabrication for a trade show in palm springs! All my contacts are in LA - I would love to find someone closer to save on delivery if possible.

Morning! Does anyone have any freelance Technical Directors and Technical Managers (do not need to be able to show call) they love that work in the US? Looking to boost my roster for the coming year. Thank you! 🧑‍💻

Hey all! Does anyone have a great recommendation for a company that can help take the load off me related to travel and hotel booking? I am currently looking at Cvent, but I am not sure how much front end work it will be to get this set up and then convincing all of my employees to self service will be a mountain to climb. Anyone else have something great they use? Thanks in advance

Hi everyone! I'm looking for recommendations for affordable NY-based production companies that specialize in conferences?

Hi everyone - looking for a great small event designer/planner for an upcoming breakfast we are hosting in Boston area. 20-30 people. We want someone creative, knows how to tell a story through table scape and f&b and specializes in logistics and design for smaller, more intimate experiences suited for networking. Let me know if you have anyone in that area.

Any videographer recommendations in NYC? I have a last minute need for tomorrow evening about about 2 hours in the city and my regular folks are OOO. Thanks!

Hi! Does anyone have any recommendations for fabricators in London/the UK?

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Looking for an event freelancer or agency who can coordinate our presence at some big B2B tradeshows next year - start to finish.

Hi everyone, seeking a freelance event pro for a possible formal vip/chairman dinner upwards of 100+ppl in nyc. Looking for someone w corporate/c-suite experience.

All recommendations welcome!

Thanks!

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hey y’all - ISO!

Event planner/team for a branded event for a liquor Client in NYC at the end of the month. Venue has already been sourced, creative approach is laid out, and we have a fabrication team. We have an overall producer to manage budget, creative, and client, but need help with sourcing smaller vendors, F&B, and day-of management and coordination. hit me up with your past work / CV if this sounds like you!

Hello, hello and happy Wednesday! Does anyone have experience in Innsbruck, Austria? Need small venue, restaurant location recommendations.

Reposting for @EventPlanner211! I am looking for ideas for entertainers in Geneva, Switzerland, at a Conference Booth. String Quartet, Light Entertainment Experience while networking occurs in the Tradeshow Booth. Any ideas or recommendations?

hi there! Has anyone worked with Glasshouse agency or EMP agency?

does anyone have a reliable last minute a/v team in nyc that could supply two wireless mics and a speaker? i just got quoted a/v the same cost as the event itself 😬

Hello! Has anyone done a private whiskey or scotch tasting (in person)? Ideally I'd like a Macallan or something in that realm. Any recommendations or contacts would be greatly appreciated!

Hi event planning friends! I have a client looking for an event planner located in Dubai that can help them source a private villa for a leadership retreat they are planning in January. Does anyone have someone in their network that they would recommend?

Anyone have a recommendation for a Bay Area DJ? Relatively last minute — need for next Wednesday 11/9. 2-3 hour gig in the evening (4-7ish)

hi all! does anyone have a prop stylist in midwest region they can share contact info? Chi region 🙂 thanks in advance!

Does anyone have any suggestions for insurance for independent contractors/event consultant?

Any recs for printing vendors in Australia (Sydney)?

Hello Friends - Looking for NYC decor design/rental companies that can transform an expo area into a Winter Disco theme for a tenant holiday party for ~#400 guests for Thursday, December 7th. Thanks!

Looking for conferences/events for 2024 does anyone know of good websites or places to source?

Hello! I'm curious if anyone has recommendations for event management platforms or solutions they currently use and find effective. Currently, we utilize SplashThat, but we're in need of a meeting booking tool to streamline space management onsite. Specifically, we're seeking a tool that enables both our team and the sales team to efficiently oversee multiple meeting spaces during events, beyond what Calendly offers.

For instance, we envision a calendar-like booking system where sales team members can easily identify available meeting spaces during their scheduled meetings, similar to Outlook's meeting booking feature, but accessible to all stakeholders. It's important for both marketers and myself to have backend access for internal management. Currently, we're considering GTHR, but I'm open to any recommendations!! TYSM

Hello! Does anyone have a Chicago permit contact? We are looking to pop up near lollapalooza area in the summer but can’t seem to find anyone to help with permits! 🙏

Happy new year! Does anyone have a local photographer rec for a high end 25-person influencer dinner in NYC? Budget is $1.5-1.7k for 4-5 hours.

Hi all! Does anyone have any recommendations for premier/white-glove event planning services in India that has experience working with groups from the U.S.? Looking to do a 50-60 person trip there for 7-10 days in Jan 2025.

Hi All looking for recommendations to host a retreat for our senior scientists (30 total) in Massachusetts, not on Cape Cod, in October. I am having trouble finding a location that offers amenities (guest rooms, AV) that does not double as a massive resort. Any recs?

SXSW folks -- friend has a cannabis gummy company looking to sponsor/activate at SXSW in nightlife, after-party scenario. Please DM or email me and I can link you if there's opportunity.

Happy Friday! Anyone have an AV vendor in Berlin? Need a simple monitor at a restaurant.