{"id":19492,"date":"2021-03-11T07:00:20","date_gmt":"2021-03-11T12:00:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/?p=19492"},"modified":"2021-03-11T07:00:20","modified_gmt":"2021-03-11T12:00:20","slug":"qc-event-school-ambassador-feature-carli-lewis","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2021\/03\/qc-event-school-ambassador-feature-carli-lewis","title":{"rendered":"QC Event School Ambassador Feature: Carli Lewis"},"content":{"rendered":"<div style=\"overflow: auto;\">\n<div class=\"half-1\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Copy-of-Event-Student-Feature-Headshot-Template-11.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-19493 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Copy-of-Event-Student-Feature-Headshot-Template-11.png\" alt=\"QC Event School Student Ambassador, Carli Lewis, Headshot\" width=\"444\" height=\"543\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Copy-of-Event-Student-Feature-Headshot-Template-11.png 444w, https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Copy-of-Event-Student-Feature-Headshot-Template-11-245x300.png 245w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 444px) 100vw, 444px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"half-2\">\n<p><strong>Name<\/strong>: Carli Lewis<\/p>\n<p><strong>Location: <\/strong>Wellington, Colorado<\/p>\n<p><strong>QC Event Planning Certification Courses You&#8217;re Taking:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"\/online-event-courses\/event-and-wedding-planning\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Event &amp; Wedding Planning<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"\/online-event-courses\/event-decor\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Event Decor<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"\/online-event-courses\/corporate-event-planning\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Corporate Event Planning<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"\/online-event-courses\/virtual-events-training\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Virtual Events Training<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><\/h2>\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\/03\/qc-event-school-ambassador-feature-carli-lewis\/#Tell_us_a_little_bit_about_yourself\" >Tell us a little bit about yourself!<\/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\/03\/qc-event-school-ambassador-feature-carli-lewis\/#How_did_you_get_into_the_world_of_professional_event_and_wedding_planning\" >How did you get into the world of professional event and wedding planning?<\/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\/03\/qc-event-school-ambassador-feature-carli-lewis\/#Why_did_you_decide_to_pursue_your_professional_certification_online_rather_than_in_a_brick-and-mortar_school\" >Why did you decide to pursue your professional certification online, rather than in a brick-and-mortar school?<\/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\/03\/qc-event-school-ambassador-feature-carli-lewis\/#Ultimately_why_did_you_choose_to_enroll_with_QC_Event_School\" >Ultimately, why did you choose to enroll with QC Event School?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2021\/03\/qc-event-school-ambassador-feature-carli-lewis\/#Youve_recently_joined_QCs_team_of_Student_Ambassadors_As_an_Ambassador_what_is_the_1_reason_you_would_recommend_QC_Event_School_to_both_aspiring_AND_experienced_planners\" >You\u2019ve recently joined QC\u2019s team of Student Ambassadors. As an Ambassador, what is the #1 reason you would recommend QC Event School to both aspiring AND experienced planners?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2021\/03\/qc-event-school-ambassador-feature-carli-lewis\/#Youre_almost_finished_with_QCs_Event_Wedding_Planning_course_How_has_your_experience_been_in_this_program_What_are_the_most_important_lessons_youve_learned_thus_far\" >You\u2019re almost finished with QC&#8217;s Event &amp; Wedding Planning course. How has your experience been in this program? What are the most important lessons you\u2019ve learned thus far?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2021\/03\/qc-event-school-ambassador-feature-carli-lewis\/#QC_Event_School_provides_a_variety_of_course_materials_for_each_program_How_useful_have_these_learning_materials_been_for_you_so_far\" >QC Event School provides a variety of course materials for each program. How useful have these learning materials been for you so far?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2021\/03\/qc-event-school-ambassador-feature-carli-lewis\/#Give_us_an_example_of_tutor_feedback_youve_received_that_has_helped_you_grow_stronger_as_a_planner\" >Give us an example of tutor feedback you\u2019ve received that has helped you grow stronger as a planner!<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2021\/03\/qc-event-school-ambassador-feature-carli-lewis\/#Which_real-life_case_scenario_assignment_has_been_your_favorite_and_why\" >Which real-life case scenario assignment has been your favorite and why?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2021\/03\/qc-event-school-ambassador-feature-carli-lewis\/#Youre_also_enrolled_in_QC_Event_Schools_Virtual_Events_Event_Decor_and_Corporate_Event_Planning_courses_How_do_you_anticipate_these_additional_qualifications_adding_to_your_success_as_a_professional_planner\" >You\u2019re also enrolled in QC Event School\u2019s Virtual Events, Event D\u00e9cor, and Corporate Event Planning courses. How do you anticipate these additional qualifications adding to your success as a professional planner?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2021\/03\/qc-event-school-ambassador-feature-carli-lewis\/#Which_type_of_event_are_you_most_excited_to_plan_in_your_career\" >Which type of event are you most excited to plan in your career?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2021\/03\/qc-event-school-ambassador-feature-carli-lewis\/#Youre_located_in_Wellington_Colorado_%E2%80%93_a_city_with_just_under_10000_people_However_youre_only_an_hour_away_from_Denver_which_has_well_over_28_million_residents_How_do_you_feel_your_location_will_work_to_your_advantage_and_how_do_you_plan_to_stand_out_from_the_competition\" >You\u2019re located in Wellington, Colorado &#8211; a city with just under 10,000 people. However, you\u2019re only an hour away from Denver, which has well over 2.8 million residents. How do you feel your location will work to your advantage and how do you plan to stand out from the competition?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2021\/03\/qc-event-school-ambassador-feature-carli-lewis\/#As_you_mentioned_you_chose_to_enroll_with_QC_Event_School_during_COVID-19_pandemic_Why_do_you_feel_that_QCs_online_learning_environment_is_making_it_possible_for_you_to_pursue_your_dream_career_%E2%80%93_even_during_a_time_of_lockdowns_and_social_distancing\" >As you mentioned, you chose to enroll with QC Event School during COVID-19 pandemic. Why do you feel that QC\u2019s online learning environment is making it possible for you to pursue your dream career \u2013 even during a time of lockdowns and social distancing?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/2021\/03\/qc-event-school-ambassador-feature-carli-lewis\/#A_magical_genie_gives_you_3_wishes_but_they_can_only_be_used_towards_your_professional_planning_career_What_do_you_wish_for\" >A magical genie gives you 3 wishes, but they can only be used towards your professional planning career. What do you wish for?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tell_us_a_little_bit_about_yourself\"><\/span>Tell us a little bit about yourself!<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Hey, I\u2019m Carli! I was born and raised in the beautiful state of Colorado. I&#8217;m a live-in nanny and a self-proclaimed macaroni and cheese enthusiast. By day, I take care of my two awesome godsons. But by night, I&#8217;m a QC Event School Student and <a href=\"\/student-life\/qc-event-school-ambassadors\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Student Ambassador<\/a>!<\/p>\n<p>I love keeping busy with things that spark a fire in me, both physically and mentally! Some of these things include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Hiking;<\/li>\n<li>Paddle boarding;<\/li>\n<li>Working out;<\/li>\n<li>Playing softball;<\/li>\n<li>Socializing;<\/li>\n<li>Organizing;<\/li>\n<li>Project management;<\/li>\n<li>And teaching myself new things!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Don\u2019t let my busy lifestyle fool you, though. I also love to just relax with my dog, Rajah, and give myself time to rejuvenate and reset!<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_did_you_get_into_the_world_of_professional_event_and_wedding_planning\"><\/span>How did you get into the world of professional event and wedding planning?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Growing up, my mom was always throwing the coolest themed gatherings. Super Bowl parties, Murder Mysteries, and cute birthdays for me and my friends were the norm. I used to love helping her organize and decorate these events. What I didn\u2019t realize at the time was that it was <a href=\"\/blog\/2019\/11\/5-obvious-signs-you-should-become-an-event-planner\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">my true calling<\/a>. I had no idea that I&#8217;d turn it into my career someday!<\/p>\n<p>After working in the customer service industry for 15 years, I realized that I get such gratification from satisfied customers. I love to see people smiling and enjoying themselves. If I can make someone\u2019s special event come to life and leave lasting memories, then I\u2019ve fulfilled my promise!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Copy-of-Event-In-Post-Event-Logo-Overlay-135x135-2021-03-10T130736.511.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"672\" height=\"448\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-19495\" src=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Copy-of-Event-In-Post-Event-Logo-Overlay-135x135-2021-03-10T130736.511.png\" alt=\"Carli Lewis portfolio image 1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Copy-of-Event-In-Post-Event-Logo-Overlay-135x135-2021-03-10T130736.511.png 672w, https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Copy-of-Event-In-Post-Event-Logo-Overlay-135x135-2021-03-10T130736.511-300x200.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 672px) 100vw, 672px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_did_you_decide_to_pursue_your_professional_certification_online_rather_than_in_a_brick-and-mortar_school\"><\/span>Why did you decide to pursue your professional certification online, rather than in a brick-and-mortar school?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"\/blog\/2020\/03\/maximize-your-time-at-home-by-getting-an-event-planning-certificate\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">What better time<\/a> to take the next big step than during a global pandemic?<\/p>\n<p>I already knew that \u201cone day\u201d I wanted to go into professional event planning. I&#8217;d done research on different online and in-person courses. Online learning just seemed to match my crazy lifestyle better!<\/p>\n<p>Now I just needed some courage to apply. It turns out that when the world shut down and told me to stay at home, it not only gave me the time I was looking for to focus, but the bravery to move forward. After all, what did I have to lose?<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ultimately_why_did_you_choose_to_enroll_with_QC_Event_School\"><\/span>Ultimately, why did you choose to enroll with QC Event School?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Like some people, I was <a href=\"\/blog\/2019\/05\/dont-be-fooled-by-these-6-shady-online-event-planning-school-tricks\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">a little apprehensive<\/a> about online schools. You can never be too cautious! But with tons of research, I narrowed it down. I found that QC Event School came highly recommended &#8211; and for good reasons too. The energy and details in their website alone proved that QC was something I had to look further into.<\/p>\n<p>This school offers so many options and provides so many resources. Their courses have ZERO deadlines, so you can train on your own time. I also liked that there was always someone to answer all of my questions, whenever I had any. I decided that this was the school for me and took the chance! Looking back, I can confirm that this was the BEST. DECISION. EVER!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Copy-of-Event-In-Post-Event-Logo-Overlay-135x135-2021-03-10T131310.345.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"672\" height=\"448\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-19496\" src=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Copy-of-Event-In-Post-Event-Logo-Overlay-135x135-2021-03-10T131310.345.png\" alt=\"QC Event School Ambassador, Carli Lewis, portfolio image 2\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Copy-of-Event-In-Post-Event-Logo-Overlay-135x135-2021-03-10T131310.345.png 672w, https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Copy-of-Event-In-Post-Event-Logo-Overlay-135x135-2021-03-10T131310.345-300x200.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 672px) 100vw, 672px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Youve_recently_joined_QCs_team_of_Student_Ambassadors_As_an_Ambassador_what_is_the_1_reason_you_would_recommend_QC_Event_School_to_both_aspiring_AND_experienced_planners\"><\/span>You\u2019ve recently joined QC\u2019s team of Student Ambassadors. As an Ambassador, what is the #1 reason you would recommend QC Event School to both aspiring AND experienced planners?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Event planning is an ever-growing business! There are always new trends, and every event brings something new and different to the table.<\/p>\n<p>QC Event School has so many <a href=\"\/online-event-courses\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">different course options<\/a> &#8211; from programs to help you start your career, to advanced and specialty training you might never have considered. There are countless ways that QC continuously helps you expand on your education! Additionally, there are no deadlines or due dates, as I mentioned earlier. Thus, the already-busy planner can learn at their own pace.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Youre_almost_finished_with_QCs_Event_Wedding_Planning_course_How_has_your_experience_been_in_this_program_What_are_the_most_important_lessons_youve_learned_thus_far\"><\/span>You\u2019re almost finished with QC&#8217;s Event &amp; Wedding Planning course. How has your experience been in this program? What are the most important lessons you\u2019ve learned thus far?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>I have absolutely loved this course! One of my favorite things about it is that the assignments are based out of wherever you\u2019re personally located. You get to create scenarios for events that you would actually do in real-life! I already feel like I have a head-start in my area, since I&#8217;ve been doing so much research on different venues, vendors, and companies that I\u2019d like to potentially work with down the road.<\/p>\n<p>Another lesson that has been super helpful was <a href=\"\/blog\/2020\/06\/why-corporate-event-planners-need-to-know-risk-management\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Risk Management<\/a>. It taught me how to assess potential risks in order to reduce the chances of incidents happening during events. Plus, I learned how to <em>respond<\/em> to the various risks and\/or delays that are inevitable in this industry.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Copy-of-Event-In-Post-Event-Logo-Overlay-135x135-2021-03-10T131842.914.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"672\" height=\"448\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-19497\" src=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Copy-of-Event-In-Post-Event-Logo-Overlay-135x135-2021-03-10T131842.914.png\" alt=\"Carli Lewis portfolio image 4\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Copy-of-Event-In-Post-Event-Logo-Overlay-135x135-2021-03-10T131842.914.png 672w, https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Copy-of-Event-In-Post-Event-Logo-Overlay-135x135-2021-03-10T131842.914-300x200.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 672px) 100vw, 672px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"QC_Event_School_provides_a_variety_of_course_materials_for_each_program_How_useful_have_these_learning_materials_been_for_you_so_far\"><\/span>QC Event School provides a variety of course materials for each program. How useful have these learning materials been for you so far?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>My materials showed up within a week of me enrolling in my courses. I was given <a href=\"\/education-requirements\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">everything that I could possibly need<\/a> to get started! The step-by-step guidelines have helped me finish each unit in order, as well as direct me to where I need to go next.<\/p>\n<p>The textbooks come as individual booklets. Each one is about 40-50 pages long and well-organized. Breaking down the textbooks like this has helped me separate all the different sections. I can narrow down my learning process and focus, without getting overwhelmed. If students had to flip through one giant book, this wouldn&#8217;t be the case. QC&#8217;s learning materials are incredibly informative, easy to follow, and provide great insight into all parts of planning!<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Give_us_an_example_of_tutor_feedback_youve_received_that_has_helped_you_grow_stronger_as_a_planner\"><\/span>Give us an example of tutor feedback you\u2019ve received that has helped you grow stronger as a planner!<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>I had the pleasure of receiving individual feedback from 3 different tutors: <a href=\"\/tutors\/mwai-yeboah\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Mwai Yeboah<\/a>, <a href=\"\/tutors\/shannon-fowler\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Shannon Fowler<\/a>, and <a href=\"\/tutors\/anita-diPaolo\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Anita DiPaolo<\/a>. What\u2019s unique about QC&#8217;s tutors is that they&#8217;re all legitimate industry professionals. As such, when they have their <em>own<\/em> events to prepare for, the tutors work together to help grade and critique each other\u2019s students.<\/p>\n<p>Some of the best advice I&#8217;ve received is that it\u2019s all about the details. Presenting your tutors\/clients with as many details as possible will help in visualizing the event. Another lesson I&#8217;ve learned is to visualize that <em>I<\/em> am the client. I now ask myself, <em>What would I want from MY planner or if it was MY event?\u00a0<\/em>This perspective has been so beneficial.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Copy-of-Event-In-Post-Event-Logo-Overlay-135x135-2021-03-10T132624.167.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"672\" height=\"448\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-19498\" src=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Copy-of-Event-In-Post-Event-Logo-Overlay-135x135-2021-03-10T132624.167.png\" alt=\"QC Event School Carli Lewis portfolio image 5\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Copy-of-Event-In-Post-Event-Logo-Overlay-135x135-2021-03-10T132624.167.png 672w, https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Copy-of-Event-In-Post-Event-Logo-Overlay-135x135-2021-03-10T132624.167-300x200.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 672px) 100vw, 672px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_real-life_case_scenario_assignment_has_been_your_favorite_and_why\"><\/span>Which real-life case scenario assignment has been your favorite and why?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>This one is SO hard because I&#8217;ve adored all of these assignments! However, one that really stood out was the assignment wherein I had to plan a 50<sup>th<\/sup> birthday party with a 20<sup>th <\/sup>century decade (20s, 50s, 70s, 90s, etc.) vintage theme. I chose the Roaring 20s and decided to have a secret speakeasy to resemble the prohibition era. I also included gambling tables, flappers, gangsters, and so many unique decorations and food.<\/p>\n<p>This assignment was a blast to do! I got to use my imagination and put together a party that I personally would&#8217;ve been happy to attend. It was so fun! I hope in my future career that I can make this party come to life for someone!<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Youre_also_enrolled_in_QC_Event_Schools_Virtual_Events_Event_Decor_and_Corporate_Event_Planning_courses_How_do_you_anticipate_these_additional_qualifications_adding_to_your_success_as_a_professional_planner\"><\/span>You\u2019re also enrolled in QC Event School\u2019s Virtual Events, Event D\u00e9cor, and Corporate Event Planning courses. How do you anticipate these additional qualifications adding to your success as a professional planner?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>I&#8217;m super excited to take the <a href=\"\/blog\/2021\/02\/my-honest-review-of-qcs-event-decor-course\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Event Decor Course<\/a>! Having the ability to not only plan the event, but put the final visual pieces together, will really benefit me. Plus, I love design!<\/p>\n<p>In terms of the <a href=\"\/blog\/2020\/12\/my-review-of-qcs-virtual-events-training\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Virtual Events Training Course<\/a>, here&#8217;s the way I see it&#8230; Times right now are unpredictable. Online parties are the new craze! To be able to offer rad virtual parties now (as well as in the future) will only add to my diverse planning options.<\/p>\n<p>Lastly, I&#8217;m also interested in <a href=\"\/blog\/2021\/02\/my-honest-review-of-qcs-corporate-event-planner-course-video\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">corporate planning<\/a> because there are so many options for cool events. When you put on an awesome event, people tend remember that and use word of mouth to discuss it. Besides my love for putting on a multitude of events, specializing in corporate events could also really help with networking!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Copy-of-Event-In-Post-Event-Logo-Overlay-135x135-2021-03-10T133517.637.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"672\" height=\"448\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-19499\" src=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Copy-of-Event-In-Post-Event-Logo-Overlay-135x135-2021-03-10T133517.637.png\" alt=\"Carli Lewis portfolio image 6\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Copy-of-Event-In-Post-Event-Logo-Overlay-135x135-2021-03-10T133517.637.png 672w, https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Copy-of-Event-In-Post-Event-Logo-Overlay-135x135-2021-03-10T133517.637-300x200.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 672px) 100vw, 672px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_type_of_event_are_you_most_excited_to_plan_in_your_career\"><\/span>Which type of event are you most excited to plan in your career?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>I surprised myself with this one because I didn\u2019t expect to fall in love with wedding planning the way that I have! I knew that it was an interest of mine. But I figured that I would be doing a lot of corporate planning, since business is all I&#8217;ve ever really known.<\/p>\n<p>Wedding planning has shown me a completely different side of dedication and fulfillment! It&#8217;s such a special day for everyone involved and I love being a part of that. I&#8217;m so eager to start making my clients&#8217; happiest days come to life. Yay for love!!!<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Youre_located_in_Wellington_Colorado_%E2%80%93_a_city_with_just_under_10000_people_However_youre_only_an_hour_away_from_Denver_which_has_well_over_28_million_residents_How_do_you_feel_your_location_will_work_to_your_advantage_and_how_do_you_plan_to_stand_out_from_the_competition\"><\/span>You\u2019re located in Wellington, Colorado &#8211; a city with just under 10,000 people. However, you\u2019re only an hour away from Denver, which has well over 2.8 million residents. How do you feel your location will work to your advantage and how do you plan to stand out from the competition?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>I am a born-and-raised Colorado girl. I\u2019ve been here my whole life. So, I guess you could say that I know my way around the areas! I\u2019ve met and worked with a huge variety of awesome, supportive people throughout the years. I&#8217;m counting on that <a href=\"\/blog\/2021\/01\/your-event-planning-career-5-vendors-to-network-with\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">network<\/a> to help me build in my journey.<\/p>\n<p>Wellington is on the outskirts of \u201cNorthern Colorado\u201d, which is where I plan to specialize most of my events. Fort Collins, Loveland, Greeley, and Windsor are just four of the other cities within that region. The nice thing is, they&#8217;re all growing like crazy. I\u2019ve added the population (as of 2020) from all of those cities up to 574 million people alone! With that being said, I think I have a beautiful opportunity to take on Northern Colorado, too.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Copy-of-Event-In-Post-Event-Logo-Overlay-135x135-2021-03-10T133846.267.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"672\" height=\"448\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-19500\" src=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Copy-of-Event-In-Post-Event-Logo-Overlay-135x135-2021-03-10T133846.267.png\" alt=\"QC Event School Carli Lewis portfolio image 7\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Copy-of-Event-In-Post-Event-Logo-Overlay-135x135-2021-03-10T133846.267.png 672w, https:\/\/www.qceventplanning.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Copy-of-Event-In-Post-Event-Logo-Overlay-135x135-2021-03-10T133846.267-300x200.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 672px) 100vw, 672px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"As_you_mentioned_you_chose_to_enroll_with_QC_Event_School_during_COVID-19_pandemic_Why_do_you_feel_that_QCs_online_learning_environment_is_making_it_possible_for_you_to_pursue_your_dream_career_%E2%80%93_even_during_a_time_of_lockdowns_and_social_distancing\"><\/span>As you mentioned, you chose to enroll with QC Event School during COVID-19 pandemic. Why do you feel that QC\u2019s online learning environment is making it possible for you to pursue your dream career \u2013 even during a time of lockdowns and social distancing?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>QC Event School has such a unique, online learning program. Being able to learn at your own pace has really helped me through the uncertain times. Plus, whenever you ever have questions or need assistance, QC&#8217;s incredible Student Support Team is available by phone, email, or live chat!<\/p>\n<p>Additionally, QC Event School offers hands-on assignments that are based in your region. I was pushed to plan an event from beginning to end, whether ever needing to leave <a href=\"\/career-training\/learning-working-during-covid-19\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">the safety of my home<\/a>. I learned about networking, building timelines, and prioritizing budgets. These assignments have allowed me to feel like I&#8217;ve already experienced firsthand what it will be like once I get to explore real-world events!<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_magical_genie_gives_you_3_wishes_but_they_can_only_be_used_towards_your_professional_planning_career_What_do_you_wish_for\"><\/span>A magical genie gives you 3 wishes, but they can only be used towards your professional planning career. What do you wish for?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>First, I would wish for a HUGE magic warehouse filled with unlimited event decor. No matter the event, occasion, or theme, it would have <em>exactly<\/em> what I was looking for!<\/p>\n<p>Secondly, I would wish to have my own giant, magical garden. Maybe there&#8217;d even be little, magical fairy gardeners to help with the upkeep. 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