<p>In today's episode, you'll learn about strategies to utilize when planning your fundraising event and come away with tangible tips on how to get started. Mary and Logan tackle the best kind of fundraisers to do and if fundraisers really are the best way to raise funds.&nbsp;</p> <p>-----</p> <p>Our favorite fundraising event platforms: <a href="https://www.auctria.com/">Auctria</a>, <a href="https://www.pledge.to/">Pledgeling</a>, <a href="https://www.onecause.com/">One Cause</a>, <a href="https://www.greatergiving.com/en">Greater Giving</a>, and <a href="https://www.charityauctionstoday.com/">Charity Auctions Today</a>&nbsp;</p> <p>Questions about fundraising platforms? Reach out at our email below!&nbsp;</p> <p>-----</p> <p>Questions or topic suggestions? Email <a href="https://bettereventspod@gmail.com/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">bettereventspod@gmail.com</a></p> <p><strong>FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM:</strong></p> <p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/bettereventspod/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@bettereventspod</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/loganstrategygroup_events/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@loganstrategygroup</a> (Logan)</p> <p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/epeventsllc/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@epeventsllc</a> (Mary)</p> <p><strong>CHECK OUT OUR BEHIND THE SCENES RECORDINGS</strong> ON <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXjtECaK1bq0hQtBWrYxepw" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">YOUTUBE</a>!</p> <p><strong>THANKS FOR THE LOVE!</strong> Love this podcast? Please share with your event friends, tag us, and leave a review!</p> --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. <a href="https://anchor.fm/app">https://anchor.fm/app</a> Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/better-events-pod/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/better-events-pod/support</a>

<p>We're joined by Jaclyn from Plan Me Away LLC as she shares how to stay COVID compliant at hybrid events. Jaclyn, based out of LA, has over 20 years of experience in event production and business operations and we are pleased to have her as a guest of the Better Events Podcast!&nbsp;</p> <p>-----</p> <p>- Follow Jaclyn <a href="https://www.instagram.com/planmeaway/">@planmeaway</a> on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter and learn more about her services at <a href="https://planmeaway.co/">planmeaway.co</a></p> <p>**Disclaimer: Check your CDC guidelines, we are not medical professionals.&nbsp;</p> <p>- <a href="https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/large-events/considerations-for-events-gatherings.html">CDC Guidelines</a> for large gathering (check your state and county rules for more in depth guidance)</p> <p>- <a href="https://healtheducationservices.net/training/covid-19-compliance-officer-c19co/">COVID Compliance Officer information&nbsp;</a></p> <p>- <a href="https://www.eventscouncil.org/COVID-19/COVID-19-resources">Events Council Guidelines</a></p> <p>- <a href="http://publichealth.lacounty.gov/media/coronavirus/docs/protocols/Reopening_MusicTelevisionFilmProduction.pdf">Appendix J</a> (referred to in episode)</p> <p>-----</p> <p>Questions or topic suggestions? Email <a href="https://bettereventspod@gmail.com/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">bettereventspod@gmail.com</a></p> <p><strong>FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM:</strong></p> <p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/bettereventspod/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@bettereventspod</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/loganstrategygroup_events/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@loganstrategygroup</a> (Logan)</p> <p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/epeventsllc/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@epeventsllc</a> (Mary)</p> <p><strong>CHECK OUT OUR BEHIND THE SCENES RECORDINGS</strong> ON <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXjtECaK1bq0hQtBWrYxepw" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">YOUTUBE</a>!</p> <p><strong>THANKS FOR THE LOVE! </strong>Love this podcast? Please share with your event friends, tag us, and leave a review!</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/better-events-pod/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/better-events-pod/support</a>

<p>In today's episode, you'll learn more about your why / your events North Star and how you can apply it to your planning process to create better events!&nbsp;</p> <p><a href="https://loganclements.medium.com/define-your-why-how-to-bring-focus-to-your-event-39e5aee0aecb?source=your_stories_page-------------------------------------">Logan's Blog post</a></p> <p>Email <a href="//bettereventspod@gmail.com">Mary</a> for her event Marketing/Communications Timeline Template.</p> <p>Check your internet speed at <a href="https://fast.com/">https://fast.com.</a></p> <p>-----</p> <p>Questions or topic suggestions? Email <a href="https://bettereventspod@gmail.com/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">bettereventspod@gmail.com</a></p> <p><strong>FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM:</strong></p> <p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/bettereventspod/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@bettereventspod</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/loganstrategygroup_events/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@loganstrategygroup</a> (Logan)</p> <p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/epeventsllc/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@epeventsllc</a> (Mary)</p> <p><strong>CHECK OUT OUR BEHIND THE SCENES RECORDINGS ON </strong><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXjtECaK1bq0hQtBWrYxepw" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">YOUTUBE</a><strong>!</strong></p> <p><strong>THANKS FOR THE LOVE!</strong> Love this podcast? Please share with your event friends, tag us, and leave a review!</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/better-events-pod/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/better-events-pod/support</a>

<p>What is this podcast? Who are your hosts? What can you expect in this podcast? What will you gain by listening to this podcast? Take a listen to find out!</p> <p>Logan's favorite clipboard linked <a href="https://www.target.com/p/plastic-document-holder-with-clipboard-up-38-up-8482/-/A-13319449#lnk=sametab">here</a>.</p> <p>Our favorite project management tools: <a href="https://toggl.com/">Toggl</a> or <a href="https://clickup.com/">ClickUp</a></p> <p>Mary's favorite caterer/food presentation: <a href="https://www.subzeroicecream.com/">Sub Zero Nitrogen Ice Cream</a></p> <p>-----</p> <p><strong>Questions or topic suggestions?</strong> Email <a href="//bettereventspod@gmail.com">bettereventspod@gmail.com</a></p> <p><strong>FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM:</strong></p> <p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/bettereventspod/">@bettereventspod</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/loganstrategygroup_events/">@loganstrategygroup</a> (Logan)</p> <p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/epeventsllc/">@epeventsllc</a> (Mary)</p> <p><strong>CHECK OUT OUR BEHIND THE SCENES RECORDINGS ON </strong><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXjtECaK1bq0hQtBWrYxepw"><strong>YOUTUBE</strong></a><strong>!</strong></p> <p><strong>THANKS FOR THE LOVE!</strong> Love this podcast? Please share with your event friends, tag us, and leave a review!</p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/better-events-pod/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/better-events-pod/support</a>

<p>Welcome to the "Better Events" podcast! Join two event strategists, Logan Clements and Mary Davidson, who believe we can all create, host and attend better events.</p> <p>In this podcast you will:</p> <p>1. Learn about event strategy and actions that you can use today as an event host, planner, or manager,<br> 2. Hear directly from the people who are creating innovative and inspiring events today and tomorrow<br> 3. And Grow your business along the way!</p> <p>Now let's get started and thanks for listening to the "Better Events" podcast.</p> <p>-----</p> <p><strong>SHOW NOTES:</strong>&nbsp;</p> <p>Questions or topic suggestions? Email <a href="//bettereventspod@gmail.com">bettereventspod@gmail.com</a> &nbsp;</p> <p>FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bettereventspod/">@bettereventspod</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/loganstrategygroup_events/">@loganstrategygroup_events</a> (Logan) <a href="https://www.instagram.com/epeventsllc/">@epeventsllc</a> (Mary)<a href="https://www.instagram.com/epeventsllc/"> &nbsp;</a></p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/better-events-pod/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/better-events-pod/support</a>