Chapter 52

Event Connection Service

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Connect event organizers with venues and vendors

Difficulty: ●●○○○ | Time Investment: 20-30 hours/week

Visual Flow

[EVENT NEEDS] → [MATCH RESOURCES] → [FACILITATE BOOKING] → [COMMISSION FEES]

Quick Stats Box

- Startup cost: $100–$300 - Time to First Sale: 1-2 weeks - Revenue potential: $1,000–$4,000/month - Scalability: High

What You Need:

- Event industry knowledge - Network of providers - Negotiation skills - Organization abilities

What You Do:

1. Build vendor/venue database 2. Understand event requirements 3. Match and recommend options 4. Facilitate introductions 5. Follow up on bookings

How You Charge:

- Finder's fee: 10-15% of booking - Flat consultation: $200–$500 - Package deals: $500–$1,500

Launch Checklist

- [ ] Day 1: List 30 venues and vendors - [ ] Week 1: Connect with event planners - [ ] Week 2: Make first connection - [ ] Month 1: Close 5 bookings - [ ] Month 2: Build referral system

Success Story

"Patricia connects corporate events with venues, earning $3,200/month in commissions"

Pro Tip

Focus on one event type (weddings, corporate). Specialized knowledge yields better matches and referrals.

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