Q1 LinkedIn Recap
Q1 LinkedIn Recap Thank you to our incredible talent network for an incredible 2024. There’s nothing like meeting live and in person! Event Technology is on the rise, but how can you maximize its value? What does an event freelancer look like in 2025? Europe Say Hello to Plannernet! 🌟 Celebrating Innovation & Service Excellence! 🌟 Plannernet proudly celebrates Global Meetings Industry Day! The clues all pointed to an unforgettable night! 🕵️♂️✨ 📣Reminder: The California Freelance Worker Protection Act (CFWPA) has been in effect since January! We are thrilled to celebrate Tiffany Dougherty, who has earned a well-deserved spot [...]
The Event Industry’s 2025 Women to Watch
The Event Industry's 2025 Women to Watch Plannernet's very own VP of Enterprise Solutions, Tiffany Dougherty, made the event industry's 2025 Women to Watch awardees list! This accolade is a testament to Tiffany’s unwavering dedication, exceptional leadership, and the impact she continues to make—both within the industry and here at Plannernet. Don’t miss the chance to celebrate these inspiring women—read the full list here! Back to Hub
Celebrating Innovation & Service Excellence!
Celebrating Innovation & Service Excellence! We’re honored to announce that Plannernet has been awarded the Service Excellence Award for Innovation by BCD Meetings & Events. This recognition underscores our commitment to redefining the status quo with customer-centric solutions in the Meetings & Events industry. This achievement wouldn't have been possible without our incredible team, whose dedication and hard work consistently push the boundaries of what's possible. Their relentless pursuit of excellence allows us to deliver solutions that exceed expectations, improving efficiency, operations, and customer service at every turn. A special thank you to BCD Meetings & Events for [...]
Plannernet expands into Europe!
Plannernet expands into Europe! We have officially launched our new European business unit! 🚀 Building on our strong legacy of supporting businesses across Europe with a network of talented freelancers spanning 70+ countries, we're taking things to the next level. In collaboration with Elina Jutelyte, our European Market Strategist, Plannernet will bring region-specific expertise to key markets, including Belgium, Germany, Spain, and the UK. Curious about how our commitment to quality, reliability, and compliance is driving innovation in event talent solutions? Check out our press release for more information! Back to Hub
Q4 LinkedIn Recap
Q4 LinkedIn Recap Plannernet attends Invitation, a BCD M&E Experience, in beautiful Victoria, BC STEPtember Results Plannernet attends Site Nite in Las Vegas Our thoughts remain with everyone affected by Hurricane Helene We’re excited to join forces with Reposite to bring a new era of event planning to life 'Everyone deserves a fist bump when entering a company meeting...' Governor Newsom has signed the Freelance Worker Protection Act Team Plannernet gets together in Chapel Hill, NC Employee Spotlight: Lizette Escobar Plannernet's RAFT Award Winners Kristina Albright, our Senior Director of Finance, marks 20 years with Plannernet Back to Hub [...]
Q3 LinkedIn Recap
Q3 LinkedIn Recap Please join us in congratulating Tiffany and Bruce on their exciting new roles! Plannernet's COO, Sasha Smith Recognized at SIA Event Say Hello to Evailable! Why Event Professionals are Choosing Freelance The Freelance Worker Protection Act of Illinois is now in effect! Plannernet Partnership with MUSE Join us as we partner with Gender Fair to turn aspirations into action Thank you to Eryn Peters for her shoutout in this week’s issue of #weeklyworkforce Plannernet's COO, Sasha Smith, has been recognized for another prestigious 40 Under 40 list Back to Hub
Q2 LinkedIn Recap
Q2 LinkedIn Recap Top 5 Skills Supported in Q1 Why Midsize Markets Have Big Appeal for Meetings and Events BizBash 2024 40 under 40: Sasha Smith How Plannernet Rapidly Sourced Audio Visual for Top Pharma Co 2023 Freelancer Survey Report! How to Navigate the Freelance Economy There's nothing quite like a great first impression 22% of Freelancers Experience Late or Non-Payments! Katy Budnick's Recommendations For Using Freelance Talent Plannernet Featured in Matthew Mattola's latest Forbes Article Back to Hub
The Event Industry’s 2024 Women to Watch
The Event Industry's 2024 Women to Watch Plannernet's very own VP of Operations and Customer Success, Simone Lovell Stone, made the event industry's 2024 Women to Watch awardees list! All highlighted leaders in this list "are compassionate, strategic, gritty, creative, resilient, strong, kind, empowered, and authentic. They are the women who make the meetings industry - and the world around them - better." Read More Here! Back to Hub
Happy 2024 from Plannernet!
Happy 2024 from Plannernet! Happy 2024! As we step into a new year, we are excited to continue our journey with you, our Suppliers. Your commitment and contributions have been integral to our success, and we look forward to further strengthening our collaboration in 2024. Latest Industry Trends The future of the industry is extremely bright, but it is ever-changing, so staying one step ahead is critical and requires paying attention to the trends shaping how work gets done. The below trends are impacting Meeting & Event teams around the globe. Start preparing today for the changes that will [...]
Final Recontracting Reminder
Final Recontracting Reminder! We hope you are well today! This email serves as the final reminder that the 2024-2025 Supplier Agreement is due Wednesday, 1/31/2024. If we do not receive your completed documents by 1/31/2024, your Plannernet status will be moved to inactive on 2/1/2024. If you have any questions regarding the new contract or the re-contracting process, please contact our Supplier Relations Team at suppliernetwork@plannernet.com. We are looking forward to your continued partnership! Plannernet Supplier Relations Team Back to Hub
1099 Communication
1099 Information In preparation for tax season, Plannernet will be submitting electronic 1099-NEC forms to your business for the 2023 tax year by January 19, 2024. You will receive the email from Avalara 1099 (formerly Track1099) to the business email provided within your Supplier Profile. Upon receipt, please accept the 1099 electronically by January 26, 2024. For any 1099’s that have not been accepted or received electronically by this time, a paper copy will be mailed out no later than January 31, 2024. More information on the IRS’ 1099 Non-Employee Compensation form can be found here. A Few [...]
Plannernet Process Reminders
Plannernet Process Reminders - Confirmations & After-Hours Support Confirmations All Engagements must be confirmed the business day before How to Confirm (choose 1) Login to the Plannernet Supplier Portal Respond to the Confirmation email Call Plannernet What to Confirm Engagement Date, Arrival Time & Time Zone Client Deliverables Requested AV Equipment (If applicable) Main Line 919-419-8212 Monday - Friday 8:45 AM - 5 PM EST. After-Hours Line 866-767-6411 Mon-Fri 5 PM - 10 PM, Sat-Sun 9 [...]
Q4 LinkedIn Recap
Q4 LinkedIn Recap STEPtember Challenge Rightsizing your event workforce with freelancers 3 Reasons meetings are good for business Partnering with Plannernet Plannernet's mission to create a Gender Fair environment 4 Takeaways from IMEX 2023 How to Avoid Freelancer Sourcing Fatigue The Best Part about Engaging Event Freelancers Plannernet's Social Responsibility Is now a good time to become an event freelancer? International Demand is Growing! The Most In-Demand Skill Right Now The Top Requested Skills in 2023 Back to Hub
Supplier Recontracting Communication
Supplier Recontracting Communication We hope this note finds you well! It’s that time again – the current Plannernet Supplier Agreements are expiring January 31, 2024, and we need you to sign the new 2024-2025 Plannernet Supplier Agreement. 2024-2025 Plannernet Supplier Agreements are Here and Ready for your Signature! Plannernet remains committed to partnering with our Clients to bring a variety of opportunities to your business and, as our Clients plan for the future, we continue to see a growing demand for your expertise. With the end of 2023 quickly approaching and as we at Plannernet also look ahead, [...]
Freelance Business Month
Freelance Business Month Plannernet is proud to announce our participation and sponsorship of Freelance Business Month, Oct. 1st – 31st, and that we have a special discount of 25% off to offer you! “Freelance Business Month is an event designed to unite the freelance ecosystem and to show the power of growing independent businesses. With the key focus on independent professionals and their supporters, the event will last the entire month and will be the epicenter of cultivating ideas, knowledge, skills sharing and learning new tools that enhance freelance productivity and efficiency.” We encourage you to check [...]
Plannernet Company Meeting
Team Plannernet Back Together! Team Plannernet together again!! Great times were had and even better memories were made at our annual, in-person company meeting. Back to Hub