Sunday, February 27, 2011

The ins and outs of Noah's

I have spent a great deal of time on the Noah's Website. I wanted to learn about the company that I would be doing this internship for. I knew what they did, but I wasn't sure on how they did everything. I copied little snippets of what Noah's has to offer so that would show a more well rounded view of what kind of planning I will be exposed to. I am so excited!!!


What is Noah's? We're glad you asked.

Noah's is a great place for off-site meetings, trainings, expos, family events, weddings, or any life event. 

Noah's is a great multi-purpose facility that is an affordable way to gather, work and play. A Noah's experience is outside the box of typical event centers and is sure to guarantee your success and accommodate your unique style and agenda. Schedule a tour today by calling 1 800 MY NOAHS.




Movie Night, Date Night, Family Night...

At Noah's there is ALWAYS something for you and your family to do. Birthdays to reunions you'll find it here!

At Noah's we are all about the family. Whether your planning grandma's 90th birthday or a get together for 90 people we've got a room that will be perfect for your event. Choose your room online, reserve it, show up and have fun.



Noah's is Making Your Business Our Business

Noah's is a great place for off-site meetings, trainings, expos, conferences or any other business activities.

Doing business at Noah's is the affordable way to connect and grow your circle of influence within your network and industry. A Noah's experience is outside the box of typical meeting venues and is sure to guarentee your success and accommodate your unique style and agenda. Schedule a tour today by calling 1 800 MY NOAHS.



At Noah's, No Two Weddings Are Ever Alike

Congratulations on your wedding, Noah's wishes you all the best while you prepare for your big day!

Noah's provides a space that allows brides to create the wedding of their dreams. At Noah's we have multiple reception rooms to choose from, and a staff dedicated to helping you choose which space is right for you. Noah's provides a freedom that you will find to be very different from most venues. For example, do you know at Noah's you can bring in any caterer you choose for no additional cost? Schedule a tour today by calling 1-800-MYNOAHS or email us at: weddings@mynoahs.com.

This article made me happy!!

I already have more than half of this check list done!!


How to Become an Event Coordinator

Become an event coordinator.
Become an event coordinator.
An event coordinator puts together events, from the idea for the event to the full execution of the event, including planning, scheduling and guest lists. Coordinators may work such events as weddings, concerts or industry trade shows. There is no specific educational or professional route that is required for a career as an event coordinator.
Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

  1. 1
    Obtain a bachelor's degree in a related field, such as entertainment management, marketing, communications or public relations.
  2. 2
    Look for an internship with an organization that frequently offers events, such as a convention center, or volunteer with a nonprofit organization that holds fund-raising events.
  3. 3
    Apply for entry-level positions in organizations that are involved with event planning.
  4. 4
    Continue looking for ways to gain experience, such as volunteering to work with charity events. And look for opportunities to take on more responsibility with your employer.
  5. 5
    Advance internally to positions of more responsibility, or apply to higher-level jobs working with the specific type of events that you wish to coordinate. You also can start your own event coordination business.
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Tips & Warnings

  • It helps to have skills in all the fields related to event planning, so the best entry-level job for a future event coordinator might be in public relations, where you can prove your ability to juggle responsibility and publicize your clients.
  • Teamwork and networking are big components, so collect stacks of business cards and make numerous personal contacts. Attend trade shows and industry organizational events as a way to get your name out and meet potential clients.


Read more: How to Become an Event Coordinator | eHow.com http://www.ehow.com/how_4517276_become-event-coordinator.html#ixzz1FDUeWpwb

Saturday, February 26, 2011

oh yeah, its all comin' together... :)

So... I got the internship!! Woo! I am running the social media for Noah's event center!! After my three month internship, I will have a job at Noah's assisting the team in planning the events at the Noah's in Pleasant Grove and in South Jordan. I am so excited! My first meeting is on Monday. :) This is going to open up a world of event planning for me. I have 90% of my experience in wedding and I cannot wait to get opened up to a whole new world!

I know that I said I would post pictures, but I am waiting for my sister in law to give me the pictures so I can scan them in. She said she would bring them to dinner tomorrow, so tomorrow I will get them up and running.

Monday, February 21, 2011

Researching more into event planning companies

I've spent a lot of time looking at Modern Design's website. The more and more I look around, the better I like everything about it. They not only have a store where you can buy things, but they have event coordinators and supplies to the extreme! I emailed them to ask for an internship there or any sort of job to get my feet wet. I am waiting to hear back from them.

As far as a portfolio goes, I have kind of already started one. A while back, I helped coordinate my brother's wedding. We had the reception in our old backyard and we had to spice everything up back there. I will post pictures of the party so everyone can see how it turned out.

mission statement draft

Mission Statement short version:

Talent has no limits. My company's ("My company's" will later be replaced with the name of my company) purpose is to provide a superior event planning services that is a fun and friendly environment and turns event visions into realities. 

Mission Statement long version:

Talent has no limits. My company's purpose is to provide superior, and well rounded event planning services that is a  fun and friendly environment and turns event visions into realities. We believe that providing a high quality product and superior customer service enables the customer to plan the event they want perfectly. Access to our resources encourages innovation and creativity to any event. With each passing event we are adamant about protecting the quality of the environment as well as the quality of our products. We ensure that each customer will have equal access to every resource we carry. 


Friday, February 11, 2011

possible internship!!

I applied and interviewed for an awesome internship (which i wont tell who or what because its mine! no one can steal it...) It is in a business that hosts events and parties. I am so overly excited about this!! I hope I get it! :)
I have heard from a lot of people that event planning isn't all its choked up to be, which I am okay with, I understand it. Honestly I love having a to-do list. I know the life of an event planner will be crazy busy and hectic, but I am ready for it.

This week I decided to work on a mission statement. Here's what I got so far:

My company's purpose is to:
plan parties
create a fun and friendly environment
provide services that make every event what is was envisioned as.

Values:
Provide high product quality
Provide superior customer service
Protect the quality of the environment
Ensure equal access to resources
Encourage innovation and creativity
Practice sustainable development

Why:
I have always had a passion for planning and decorating. When I was young I moved houses quite a few times in my life and I enjoyed starting with a blank canvas in my room. There were endless possibilities and I could do what ever I wanted. I am a big people person and I enjoy challenges. After being a wedding consultant for so long I have really began to have a fierce passion for event planning.

This is what I started with. Now I need to work on a draft of my statement and then work on a vision statement.


Monday, February 7, 2011

Revised Thesis

I started working more on obtaining a vendors list and the kinds of things I would need to make this business work out. I talked with Spencer (in class) about his photography business and he is on the list. I know that I am going to need more than one photographer because of the different styles and availability. I got another friend on mine named Afton Huntly, who will be on the list. With the many different people that I would be helping there may be a need for a photo booth.
Funny Face Photo Booth has a wide variety of options to offer. For now, I will stick with three options. I'm pretty sure I will still need more later. I want to make it so if these people do an event through me they get discounts with the different vendors that I have. Before I pick more I want to be sure I can get discounts with these photographers.

Senior Thesis

The idea that I had was to create a business plan for my own business. I have always enjoyed event planning; I am currently a bridal consultant at a bridal store. I have enjoyed that line of business and I think I could do really well as a wedding planner or just overall event planner. Drawing up a business plan for this would definitely take some time. I would need a vendors list, first thing. From there I can start rolling the ball. This is something that I would love to become more of an expert at.