Author: Mary Ann Brown
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How to Build an Internal Events Department from the Ground Up
Why Mary Ann Brown Events Should Be Your First Call In today’s business world, events are more than just a nice-to-have. They’re a critical driver of brand awareness, team engagement, customer loyalty, and strategic visibility. Whether it’s client appreciation dinners, internal culture-building events, or large-scale brand activations, organizations that execute thoughtful, well-managed events often outpace… Read more
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Event Mood Boards: How to Visually Map Your Vision
Planning an event is like telling a story—you’re setting the tone, building anticipation, and creating a meaningful experience from the first invitation to the final farewell. But before the florals are arranged, the linens are pressed, or the playlist is queued, it all starts with one thing: the vision. Enter the mood board—an essential tool… Read more
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What an Event Planner Really Does (That You Don’t See)
Planning an event can look glamorous from the outside: tasting cakes, choosing floral arrangements, walking through dreamy venues. But behind the scenes, event planners are orchestrating an incredibly complex production—often under pressure, on tight deadlines, and with a hundred details in motion. If you’ve ever wondered what an event planner really does beyond picking out… Read more
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Ten Tips on How to Choose the Perfect Venue for Your Event
Choosing the right venue is one of the most critical decisions you’ll make when planning an event. Whether you’re organizing a wedding, corporate retreat, product launch, or private party, the venue sets the tone, impacts logistics, and often takes up a significant portion of your budget. With so many options out there—modern lofts, historic buildings,… Read more