Minneapolis is a fun city, and one that I’ve been to a few times. First, during the Connect conference in August of 2023, next for a walkthrough with the Client in January, and finally for the event in May of 2024. I have a few places that have stuck with me in a positive way - and not all are vendors I worked with or venues I held events in. Here are some of my recommendations if you find yourself in Minneapolis:

Last year, I was on the planning team for a multi-day nonprofit conference and in charge of, among other things, site and vendor selection. With little firsthand knowledge of the city, I was grateful to have partners like the HelmsBriscoe and Destination Cleveland teams who helped to narrow down a wide variety of options and select vendors that were right for us. Below are my top 3 vendors I highly recommend from my time working in Cleveland, for anyone looking to plan an event there in the future:

As a seasoned event planner renowned for exceptional skill in curating unforgettable experiences, Beth Lawrence has been at the forefront of the industry's latest trends. From orchestrating multi-day conventions and innovation festivals to organizing fundraisers, incubator programs, and statewide historic site tours – in-person and virtual – her expertise spans various event types.

I’m thrilled to announce that I’ve just signed a new client: Chopper’s Hatchet House in Cherry Hill, New Jersey!

Chopper’s Hatchet House was referred to me by an industry partner, who told me they were looking for someone to assist with their brand launch, grand opening, and attracting event planners to their new experience venue, all while educating the general public on the safety and overall fun of axe throwing.