12 Things Every Event Planner Needs in their Planner Bag

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The Event Tech Pull Up

Keith Johnston/Tess Vismale

46 episodes

1 day ago

We want to cut through the event tech bull that meeting and event planners encounter across the meetings and events industry. Our episodes cover topics from event registration and AI to the latest gadgets and gear. We even throw in some event design trends and comment on the industry's ridiculousness.

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12 Things Every Event Planner Needs in their Planner Bag

The Event Tech Pull Up

23 minutes 12 seconds

1 year ago

12 Things Every Event Planner Needs in their Planner Bag

In this episode of Event Tech Pull Up, Tess Vismale and Keith Johnston take a fun and practical dive into the essential items every meeting and event planner should have in their travel bag. Drawing from their years of experience in the events industry, they share a curated list of 12 must-haves, from a trusty USB-C hub and portable monitor to a sleek hydro bag and versatile gaff tape. Each item is discussed with humor and real-world examples, ensuring you know not just what to carry but why it matters. Whether it’s keeping your devices connected, staying hydrated, or tackling on-the-go challenges, Tess and Keith have you covered.

Tune in as they explore how these tools can make site inspections, events, and meetings seamless while sharing personal anecdotes and practical tips. They also discuss how planners can balance functionality with style and convenience—choosing the perfect water bottle, finding the right multi-tool, or staying germ-free with a stash of cleaning wipes. This episode is a lively mix of humor, insight, and indispensable advice for event pros always on the move. Don't forget to check the show notes for links to their recommended gear!

The products we mentioned during the episode:

USB C Hub

Anker 555 USB-C Hub (8-in-1), with 100W Power Delivery

https://amzn.to/3UXNpj8

Good Headphones

Beats Studio Pro

https://amzn.to/4eBZmSO

SHOKZ OpenRun Pro 2

https://amzn.to/4hUuzmY

Portable Webcam

Logitech Brio 101 Full HD 1080p Webcam

https://amzn.to/3ARGKQP

Good Water Bottle

Owala FreeSip Insulated Stainless Steel Water Bottle with Straw

https://amzn.to/3YSPf6d

Yeti Rambler 36 oz Bottle

https://amzn.to/3OhqQ5l

A Bag for the Water Bottle

Original HydroBag Handle Collection

https://amzn.to/40TAq5O

A Multitool

GERBER Dime Micro Tool

https://amzn.to/3YSPY7r

Sharpies

Sharpie Permanent Marker Variety Pack

https://amzn.to/40VxaH3

Silver Sharpie

https://amzn.to/4eCVQHB

Flashlight

Maglite Mini LED Flashlight

https://amzn.to/3OfI572

Gaff Tape

Amazon Basics No Residue, Non-Reflective Gaffers Tape

https://amzn.to/4fTo3eu

Portable Monitor

ARZOPA Portable Monitor, 15.6"

https://amzn.to/4fTojKu

Cheap Flash Drives

10-Pack Enfain 16GB USB 2.0 Swivel Flash Drives

https://amzn.to/3ARIHN9

Wipes

Lysol Disinfecting Wipes Bundle

https://amzn.to/4fxg0nS

The Honest Company Sanitizing Alcohol Wipes (Grapefruit)

https://amzn.to/4hTtk7v