"Event Planners Association" Rocks!

I found an incredible event planning association that has a lot of amazing programs and features that could help my business tremendously, and I want to share it with those that are thinking about starting their own event business.  The name of the group is the Event Planners Association

On their main page they talk about whom they are and what they have to offer, which is a lot!  To start out, they offer services in ANY type of event you are looking for, from anything to a business meeting and wedding to inflatable games or DJ services.   They also offer a chance for independent event planners to join their association for a membership fee.  The benefits for the membership are well worth the fee.  You can check out the link I provided for all the perks, but I’ll name a few, which are: legal services, insurance service discount, as well as HUGE networking opportunities!  Like I said, those are just a few too!  Not only are there amazing perks, but also they have education seminars to attend so that everyone can keep up with the latest trends in the industry, certification classes, as well as safety classes just in case something were to happen where someone needed medical assistance.  They also have deals with companies that could help an event planner save money.  Some companies give discounts on decorations to members of this association, so that’s one more perk they offer!

They have fun, but also mean business.  If anyone wants to work for them, they have to abide by their Code of Ethics, which are VERY strict but these code of ethics show me that this business and association is taken very seriously.  I’m almost positive this is what has helped build a solid foundation for the company.

I’m in the beginning phases of starting my business and I feel the Event Planners Association is something I’m going to seriously look into for resources.  The fee is a bit pricey but I feel like it would be worth it.  I haven’t really examined in depth the whole membership details, but the ones I did read are perks that could help out a small, independent business owner like myself.  One main reason is for the benefits.  I’m sure I would pay a TON more for individual legal services, insurance, networking, education, etc., but it’s all included in one!  Another reason is for their Internet Marketing.  The internet is a huge deal today, and if a whole association will help me market my business online, or provide more resources to use than the ones that I already have, then I’m all for it! 

If anyone is interested in starting an event planning business, I highly suggest checking out this association.  The Event Planners Association gets 5 stars and a 10 in my book!