Category: Event Coordinator

Fun Event Content to Drive Traffic on Social Media If you are planning a large social gathering with Elite Events, you want people aware it is happening. Social media is an integral part of your event planning strategy to promote your event and ensure as many as possible hear about the celebration. Social media is a powerful tool to use as part of your event planning.  We have put together some creative ways to use it and increase the awareness of your event. ...

We are all human, we all make mistakes. We envy that person who seems to have it all together, ALL the time. How do they manage to look so put together after a day full of work, family duties, errands, and everyday life?! Upholding this type of demeanor takes practice, but is achieveable. Event planners are great examples of this type of behavior. Outlined below are three qualities we find to be the most beneifical in the event industry. Proactive First off, no day is ever the same! A phone call, an electrical issue, each could cause a mishap in a matter of minutes. An event cou...

Guest Approved Special Event Catering - How do you please the masses? Gluten free, vegan, dairy free, vegetarian, peanut free. . .  It’s all Greek to you!  You’ve heard these terms before, but truly understanding the needs of your event guests can be overwhelming.  At some point when feeding large groups of people, you have to draw a line between reasonable accommodations and items you just can’t make happen.  It’s inevitable that some guests will have food limitations that you will need to accommodate with your special event ...

Advertising an Event – How to create a buzz for your next special event! You are finally done planning your special event. The DJ has been booked, food ordered, activities scheduled, party rentals secured and volunteers organized.  Now, how ...

Party Rentals - How to select the RIGHT party rental vendor for your next event. Whether you choose Elite Event Services or another special event company for your next event, be sure to ask the right questions and get the right answers!  Not all party rental vendors are created equal and the behind the scenes items can make all the difference in choosing your next party rentals. Here are a few items to consider: Do they have a contract to guarantee that they must show up and that they must bring the party rental equipment you have ordered? What is...

Team Building:  What's all the bonding about anyways? Any business owner worth his salt will tell you that team building is one of the most important elements in any effective company. Making sure that all of your departments and employees are capable of working together effectively is crucial to the financial and overall success of your business model. Team building activities act as a way to improve communication within your company walls, strengthen efficiency and bring your team to an understanding of how to increase productivity by working together. While there are a number of...

Elite Event Services is Ready to Serve You Hello and welcome to Elite Event Services - Edwardsville, IL. We are your premium event service provider. This expertise will be used to create a memorable experience that you and your guests won't forget. Our event management team is dedicated to providing you the best service for all your special event needs in the area. Elite Event Services is a family-owned and operated business with our focus on the customer's needs. We are committed to meeting and exceeding those needs and expectations every time. Who is behind Elite Event Service...

Picnic Planning - What you need. Below are some simple points to consider in picnic planning. Do you really need a theme? Employee picnic ideas can range from the very simple to the blow-out extravaganza. It is nice to have a theme in mind to keep your basics inline and create an overall event design. Considering the theme and entertainment, this makes it easier to plan the food and activities. Choosing a different theme each year for your company picnic ...

How do you find a location for your company picnic? The Company Picnic is a beloved tradition at many organizations. It is a great opportunity for team building and for employees to feel sense of pride for their company. A well planned company picnic with appropriate activities and accommodations can reinvigorate the staff for the coming year. There are general considerations that should be observed when planning for this exciting day. The Who, What, When, Where, and How can consume the decision-making process. One of the most difficult of these decisions can be the Where. Here are s...