A must listen for DIY Brides...Andy Kushner of Kushner Entertainment and host of The Wedding Biz Podcast joins Laura to talk about planning weddings.  

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Wedding Planning -- Andy Kushner

Laura Alotaibi, from Venues N More, sits down with Lauren Billings from Billings Productions (AKA The Dinosaur Company).  We talk all things dinosaurs (of course), creating and scaling a business and party planning tips.  This episode also features Sarah, a realistic puppet dinosaur, who joined us for the recording.  Lauren's excitement for dinosaurs and business will leave you inspired.  This is a do not miss episode!     To view party packages offered by The Dinosaur Company via Venues N More, check out the link below:  https://www.venuesnmore.com/en/thedinosaurcompany

Billings Productions -- Lauren Bilings

Laura Alotaibi from Venues N More sits down with Doug Turner from Nomad Productions.  This episode is a do not miss episode for novice DIY wedding planners to professional party planners.  Doug translates his experience in the party industry to excellent, never before shared tips.  Doug's company, Nomad Productions can help you with any party you are planning, with a worldwide reach.  Listen, learn, and be entertained!   Are you enjoying Party Planning Radio?  Leave us a rating on iTunes or give us a shout out on Facebook (www.facebook.com/partyplanningradio).  

Nomad Productions--Doug Turner

Laura Alotaibi, from Venues N More, sits down with Hope Hunter from Black-Tie Babysitting to talk all things entrepreneurial.  Hope shares how she has grown Black-Tie from an accidental business idea to a thriving service for brides in the past ten years.  Black-Tie Babysitting provides on-site care for the kids during events of all types.  Black-Tie brings in talented, organized staff to keep the littlest guests of your party busy.     Hope also shares so many valuable tips about incorporating kids into wedding receptions.  These tips are an amazing asset to any bride planning the wedding of her dreams.   There are so many takeaways from this podcast: from tips to the entrepreneurs to tips to the everyday party planner to tips to brides.  This episode is a do not miss episode! 

Black Tie Baby Sitting

  Laura Alotaibi with Venues N More sits down with Andrea Klema with Brick and Minifigs franchise.  Andrea owns three Bricks and Minifigs franchises in the DFW area and gives lots of advice to budding entrepreneurs and party planners alike.  Andrea shares her story of transitioning from a military family to business owner.  Here are some resources that can help military families looking to transition:  Franchises that offer Vet Discounts: https://www.entrepreneur.com/article/251658 Boots to Business: https://www.sba.gov/offices/headquarters/ovbd/resources/160511 Dress for Success (for business clothes): https://dressforsuccess.org For Texas Vets: https://www.texvet.org/ Job Postings: www.vaforvets.va.gov Help from SBA: https://www.sba.gov/business-guide/grow-your-business/veteran-owned-businesses#section-header-0 Boots to Heels Program: https://www.attitudesandattire.org    Do you have any resources to add to our list?  Email: Laura at admin@venuesnmore.com   Andrea also discusses why moms must take time to care for themselves so that their business can grow.   This episode is a do not miss episode!           Laura Alotaibi Founder, Venues N More and Party Planning Radio  Follow us on: Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram  

Transitioning from Military to Business World with Andrea Klema from Bricks and Minifigs

Laura is joined by 2  top party planners Naima Moore and Ashley D'Amico

Party Planning Roundtable

Laura Alotaibi (of Venues N More) sits down with Lisa Evano from Bubble Bus in this amazing episode.  Lisa talks all things entrepreneur, entering a franchise, making personal sacrifices while building her business, and bubbles (of course).  This episode is a must listen for party planners and entrepreneurs alike! 

Bubble Bus -- Lisa Evano

Today's guest is Susie Martin from It's for Charity gives you all the details on Goat Yoga Classes.   https://www.venuesnmore.com/en/listings/753270-happy-goat-yoga-parties

It's For Charity -- Susie Martin

Looking for a unique activity for your next party? Look no further! Plant & Sip offers plant your own succulent garden party! What's Included: Plant & Sip provides tablecloths, aprons, plants, containers, decorative accents and instruction from one of our party hosts. Instruction runs for 1.5 hours and your guests are expected to arrive 15 minutes before the official start time of the event to get their food and drinks (if available) and find a seat. Our events are a unique way for your group to get together and get their hands dirty while we take care of the logistics. At both public and private Plant & Sip events, guests get to create a tabletop garden that they will want to show off! If you're looking for an OUT OF THE ORDINARY way to celebrate special occasions such as birthdays and bachelorette parties, Plant & Sip is the perfect fit! We can incorporate nearly any theme into an event.

Plant and Sip

  Jumbo Wars is an Outdoor Game Rental Company, with emphasis on the Jumbo!!! Magnify many of your household games, we've managed to find the biggest outdoor/home games such as Checkers, Jenga, Connect 4, Chess, Cornhole, and even Plinko to name a few! This package includes 3 jumbo games and 3 jumbo junior games. Catering to any event, using Jumbo Wars for School Events, Family Reunions, Work Socials, etc are just the beginning of the endless amount of things you can do by booking with Jumbo Wars! To book a party just visit:  https://www.venuesnmore.com/en/listings/680321-jumbo-yard-games

Jumbo Wars -- Jarvis Chambers

Taste Buds Kitchen Specializing in fresh and unique cooking events Taste Buds Kitchen is a custom-designed Kitchen Event Studio.   The mission is to be the top culinary entertainment experience for kids, families and adults by engaging and delighting our budding chefs in the kitchen

Culinary Party

  What happens when Laura, from venuesnmore.com, interviews a Poker legend?  Listen to find out!  Clonie Gowan, a former professional Poker player turned entrepreneur, gives tips for poker players and party planners alike.  This episode is a must listen! 

Poker Legend Clonie

Megan McGee and Juan Lechuga of DFW Selfie Mirror join Party Planning Radio DFW Selfie Mirror offers the first of its kind photo booth in North Texas with countless options including custom photo frames to match your theme and a touchscreen mirror to text and print unlimited photos. You get EVERYTHING: *DFW Selfie Mirror *Unlimited photo prints and texts in high resolution *Choice of 1 or 3 photos per frame *Option to view and retake photos *Fun Props and entertaining booth attendant *Choice of red carpet or green ivy carpet *HD camera and monitor *Setup/takedown *Copy of photos from event on USB or Google Drive *Gold sequin backdrop available upon request

DFW Selfie Mirror

In this 10th Episode of Party Planning Radio, we take  a look back and give you a glimpse of what's ahead.

Back to the Future

Laura, from Venuesnmore.com, interviews David The Critterman!  The Critterman has taught and educated thousands of kids around the DFW area.  He even brought two special animal ambassadors to the interview.  David also answers questions from Facebook.  Thank you: Amiee, Minette, and Bridgett for your questions.     Critterman’s passion for animals of all types is evident in this interview.  Listen for tips on hiring an animal ambassador for your next event, party planning, and advice to entrepreneurs.   Listen today and find out what special guests were in Friedonation’s studio —————————————— Voted Best Children's Entertainer by D Magazine Editors and Readers! Our programs are presented in a fun, educational, show-and-tell format and are perfect for your party/event. We use stories, skits, and plenty of audience participation to teach our audiences in a fun way! If you have any special requests, needs, or would like a customized quote for our services, please message us here on Venues N More!   https://www.venuesnmore.com/en/listings/633571-critterman-and-critterwoman-live-animal-programs

Critterman

Party Planning Radio was created to highlight the amazing business owners who have a listing on Venuesnmore.com. Laura Alotaibi, the owner of Venuesnmore.com, interviews a different party industry business owners on each episode. Venuesnmore.com is an online party marketplace that automates the booking process planning and booking parties. Party Planning Radio is all about planning the perfect party, talking about the entrepreneurial journey, and having great conversations with local business owners.

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