{"id":19246,"date":"2021-01-07T07:00:47","date_gmt":"2021-01-07T12:00:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/?p=19246"},"modified":"2021-01-07T07:00:47","modified_gmt":"2021-01-07T12:00:47","slug":"your-event-planning-career-5-vendors-to-network-with","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2021\/01\/your-event-planning-career-5-vendors-to-network-with","title":{"rendered":"Your Event Planning Career: 5 Vendors to Network With"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><em>Want to advance your event planning career? QC Event School Student Ambassador, Carissa Corsi, is here to reveal 5 types of vendors you should start working with in 2021! As an industry expert, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carissacorsievents.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Carissa&#8217;s business<\/a> specializes in wedding, event, and party planning. She is also currently enrolled in QC&#8217;s <a href=\"\/online-event-courses\/event-and-wedding-planning\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Event &amp; Wedding Planning<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"\/online-event-courses\/luxury-wedding-and-event-planning-specialization\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Luxury Wedding &amp; Event Planning<\/a>, and\u00a0<a href=\"\/online-event-courses\/event-decor\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Event Decor<\/a> courses.<\/em><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2021\/01\/your-event-planning-career-5-vendors-to-network-with\/#The_Role_of_a_Vendor\" >The Role of a Vendor<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2021\/01\/your-event-planning-career-5-vendors-to-network-with\/#How_to_Find_Vendors_Throughout_Your_Event_Planning_Career\" >How to Find Vendors Throughout Your Event Planning Career<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2021\/01\/your-event-planning-career-5-vendors-to-network-with\/#Networking_with_Vendors_in_Your_Event_Planning_Career\" >Networking with Vendors in Your Event Planning Career<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2021\/01\/your-event-planning-career-5-vendors-to-network-with\/#5_Types_of_Vendors_You_Need_to_Work_with_In_Your_Event_Planning_Career\" >5 Types of Vendors You Need to Work with In Your Event Planning Career<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Role_of_a_Vendor\"><\/span>The Role of a Vendor<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A vendor is a supplier of goods or services to another company or individual. They play a critical role in the event planning process! In this industry, <a href=\"\/blog\/2020\/03\/the-job-description-of-an-event-planner\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">event planners<\/a> need to be hyper-focused on building relationships with and supporting their clients. At the same time, they should also wish to do this with the other vendors who are contributing to the client&#8217;s big day.<\/p>\n<p>The power of networking is key, as every vendor ultimately has the same end goal: their client&#8217;s satisfaction. Some of the common vendors an event planner will come across during their career include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Venues \/ venue coordinators;<\/li>\n<li>Photographers;<\/li>\n<li>Caterers;<\/li>\n<li>Music and entertainment;<\/li>\n<li>Transportation services;<\/li>\n<li>And more!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>When it comes to servicing the client, vendors are irreplaceable when it comes to the success of the overall function. This is because their services are what controls the flow of the event. Vendors need to collaborate together on set in order to make sure the client\u2019s vision comes to life.<\/p>\n<p>Needless to say, your professional relationship with the vendors you work alongside is crucial for maintaining a successful event planning career. Networking with other vendors can only grow your business! After all, people want to do business with those they know; whose work they\u2019re familiar with and whose results they can count on.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Copy-of-Event-In-Post-Event-Logo-Overlay-135x135-2021-01-06T154500.239.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"672\" height=\"448\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-19253\" src=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Copy-of-Event-In-Post-Event-Logo-Overlay-135x135-2021-01-06T154500.239.png\" alt=\"two people shaking hands\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Copy-of-Event-In-Post-Event-Logo-Overlay-135x135-2021-01-06T154500.239.png 672w, https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Copy-of-Event-In-Post-Event-Logo-Overlay-135x135-2021-01-06T154500.239-300x200.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 672px) 100vw, 672px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Find_Vendors_Throughout_Your_Event_Planning_Career\"><\/span>How to Find Vendors Throughout Your Event Planning Career<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Finding <a href=\"\/blog\/2018\/12\/how-to-find-the-perfect-vendors-for-your-event-career-in-event-planning\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">the perfect vendors<\/a> can be quite the process because &#8211; as stated above &#8211; you want people you know, like, and trust. But what if you&#8217;re new to the game and\u00a0<em>don&#8217;t\u00a0<\/em>know anyone yet? Luckily, I&#8217;ve got a few useful tips for researching and finding the best vendors in your area!<\/p>\n<p>Here are just a small handful of avenues you can pursue:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>If you don&#8217;t know where to start, do a Google search!<\/strong> You&#8217;ll find all sorts of local results and from there, you can delve deeper into your sleuthing.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Check out their social media feeds.<\/strong> Do you connect with their content and style? Would their services complement your services?<\/li>\n<li><strong>Browse their website.\u00a0<\/strong>A strong website can (and should) answer a lot of questions you may have about their business. If it&#8217;s a lousy website? You probably have your answer right there.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Set up a free call with vendors of interest.<\/strong> This is a good way to narrow down your choices.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Do you have any friends who are engaged?<\/strong> You can ask them who they\u2019ve been looking into.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Have any of your friends recently gotten married?<\/strong> Perhaps they have some vendors they\u2019d like to recommend!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Did You Know?: QC Event School\u2019s <a href=\"\/online-event-courses\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">online training<\/a> dives deeper into the roles and responsibilities of all possible vendors you&#8217;ll encounter over the course of your event planning career! As part of your education, you&#8217;ll be provided the timeline in which you should begin searching for each vendor, as well as discover how detailed your searches need to be. QC Event School is helps to drive home the overall importance of vendors and the contribution they make to maximize an event\u2019s overall success!<\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Copy-of-Event-In-Post-Event-Logo-Overlay-135x135-2021-01-06T161840.608.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"672\" height=\"448\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-19254\" src=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Copy-of-Event-In-Post-Event-Logo-Overlay-135x135-2021-01-06T161840.608.png\" alt=\"outdoor celebration venue setup\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Copy-of-Event-In-Post-Event-Logo-Overlay-135x135-2021-01-06T161840.608.png 672w, https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Copy-of-Event-In-Post-Event-Logo-Overlay-135x135-2021-01-06T161840.608-300x200.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 672px) 100vw, 672px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Networking_with_Vendors_in_Your_Event_Planning_Career\"><\/span>Networking with Vendors in Your Event Planning Career<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Networking with vendors is beneficial to your event planning career for countless reasons. For starters, the more vendors you meet and build rapports with, the more options you&#8217;ll be able to suggest to your clients. Likewise, there will be more and more industry professionals who will be likely to recommend YOU to\u00a0<em>their\u00a0<\/em>clients!<\/p>\n<p>As a general note, it&#8217;s good to start your own preferred vendor list as early on as possible. It&#8217;ll make you look more established in the event industry. That being said, the only way to actually create your list is through <a href=\"\/blog\/2020\/12\/event-planner-jobs-how-to-network-like-a-pro\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">networking and collaboration<\/a>. So, don&#8217;t wait to get started!<\/p>\n<p>Some of my top tips for working professionally with other vendors include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong> Be yourself!<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Always come prepared with potential clients you can pass along (if relevant)!<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Look for any opportunity to exchange professional contacts!<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Share industry knowledge whenever possible (without monopolizing the conversation)!<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Demonstrate your reliability and professionalism every change you get!<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This year, I participated in a bridal show which allowed me to meet other folks in the event space. Conferences and <a href=\"\/blog\/2014\/10\/trade-shows-get-rock\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">trade shows<\/a> are an excellent way to meet other industry experts! I also like to collaborate by conducting some type of live training on a relevant topic, in which we can both share knowledge with potential clients. QC Event School has taught me the foundation of working professionally with vendors. Their courses have provided the ultimate tips to researching, finding, and showcasing the importance of networking as a whole!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Copy-of-Event-In-Post-Event-Logo-Overlay-135x135-2021-01-06T161929.646.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"672\" height=\"448\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-19255\" src=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Copy-of-Event-In-Post-Event-Logo-Overlay-135x135-2021-01-06T161929.646.png\" alt=\"reception hall dining room table setup\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Copy-of-Event-In-Post-Event-Logo-Overlay-135x135-2021-01-06T161929.646.png 672w, https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Copy-of-Event-In-Post-Event-Logo-Overlay-135x135-2021-01-06T161929.646-300x200.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 672px) 100vw, 672px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Types_of_Vendors_You_Need_to_Work_with_In_Your_Event_Planning_Career\"><\/span>5 Types of Vendors You Need to Work with In Your Event Planning Career<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The following types of vendors are all crucial to an event\u2019s success, and as such, are the ones I most recommend networking with&#8230;<\/p>\n<h3>1 &#8211; Venues \/ Venue Coordinators<\/h3>\n<p>Venues are a place in which you can hold an event. Venues can either require you to use their own vendors, or allow you to bring in your own outside vendors. A venue typically has <a href=\"\/blog\/2020\/07\/distinguishing-your-role-wedding-planner-vs-on-site-venue-coordinator-part-1\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">a coordinator<\/a> whose job is to sell the venue, work with the event planners on the room layout, and formalize any in-house needs.<\/p>\n<p>The venues and their coordinators are important to the event\u2019s overall success because an event wouldn\u2019t be an event without a beautiful space to hold it, or gain the assistance of someone on site who can provide the information needed to make the event all the more beautiful!<\/p>\n<h3>2 &#8211; Photographers \/ Videographers \/ Production Teams<\/h3>\n<p>Photographers, videographers, and production teams are meant to record their client\u2019s event and tell the client\u2019s story through images and video. These vendors&#8217; contributions maximize the event\u2019s overall success, as they are documenting the memories-in-the-making for both the clients and their guests to look back on.<\/p>\n<h3>3 &#8211; Caterers \/ Bakers \/ Bartenders<\/h3>\n<p>Caterers, bakers, and bartenders all handle the preparation and delivery of food\/drinks for their clients. Food and drink are the details that truly make a celebration unique. These vendors are the ones <em>providing<\/em> that unique experience. Their services bring people together!<\/p>\n<h3>4 &#8211; Florists \/ Floral Designers<\/h3>\n<p>Florists and floral designers are the experts behind the beautiful floral arrangements you see at events, such as bouquets and centerpieces. They are responsible for arranging them at the venue space beforehand. An event would not be an event without florists, as they bring touches of liveliness and make the client and their guests feel special through their design!<\/p>\n<h4>Fun Fact: QC Event School recently launched its brand-new Floral Design Course! Check out <a href=\"\/online-event-courses\/floral-design\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">the full course page here<\/a> and discover how you can become an International Floral Design Professional (IFDP) in just 3-6 months!<\/h4>\n<h3>5 &#8211; Musicians \/ DJs \/ Performers<\/h3>\n<p>Musicians, DJs, and live performers are a huge part of setting the tone for event receptions. Music loosens up the soul and helps guests to adapt more quickly to the overall atmosphere. These experienced vendors know how to do just that! They provide a sense of comfort and, most evident of all, bring the FUN of the event into existence for their client and the guests!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Copy-of-Event-In-Post-Event-Logo-Overlay-135x135-2021-01-06T162019.265.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"672\" height=\"448\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-19256\" src=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Copy-of-Event-In-Post-Event-Logo-Overlay-135x135-2021-01-06T162019.265.png\" alt=\"woman furthering event planning career by networking online with other people\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Copy-of-Event-In-Post-Event-Logo-Overlay-135x135-2021-01-06T162019.265.png 672w, https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Copy-of-Event-In-Post-Event-Logo-Overlay-135x135-2021-01-06T162019.265-300x200.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 672px) 100vw, 672px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>As part of my business, <em>Carissa Corsi Events<\/em>, I\u2019ve had the privilege of working with all sorts of top-notch vendors. The above are the main vendors that I connect with most in my own event planning career. On the day of the event, the most important thing I collaborate with them on is the flow of the event itself. It\u2019s crucial for things to run smoothly. In order to do so, you need to work with the other vendors and become a unified team.<\/p>\n<p>Personally, I have found success in networking with anyone I have had the opportunity to work with. This can range from connecting with other vendors through their social channels, to meeting at event shows, and everything in-between. The event world is made up of so many talented vendors. So, it\u2019s best to put the effort in to explore and connect with your fellow industry experts. It can only help grow your personal network &#8211; and your business as a whole!<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Learn how to network like a pro by <a href=\"https:\/\/enroll.qceventplanning.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">enrolling in QC Event School&#8217;s internationally-leading, online training<\/a> today!<\/strong><\/h3>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Want to advance your event planning career? QC Event School Student Ambassador, Carissa Corsi, is here to reveal 5 types of vendors you should start working with in 2021! As an industry expert, Carissa&#8217;s business specializes in wedding, event, and party planning. 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