4 Reasons You Need to Hire an Event Planner (Even With an Internal Team)

One of the biggest pain points we hear from our clients is ‘I would love to do X, but we are stretched so thin.’ Even with a dedicated internal team, event impact can fall short, leaving many of our clients seeking support to pull off the engagements they desire. In order for your engagements to have maximum impact, they need to be more than just dinner.

Here are 4 signs that hiring an external event planner could be the secret weapon you need to elevate your next engagement:

The Details Are Drowning You and Your Team

Event planning is a meticulous dance of countless details. From vendor contracts to dietary restrictions, it's easy to feel overwhelmed. An experienced event planner takes the reins, freeing your team to focus on their core strengths. At Acquire, we take care of every detail, ensuring a seamless execution, which allows your internal team to shine strategically.

Innovation Stalled? Fresh Eyes Can Spark Inspiration

Internal teams can get comfortable with established routines. A good planner brings a fresh perspective. They will challenge the status quo and propose creative concepts that align with your brand goals. The result? An event that's not just functional, but truly memorable. At Acquire, we have quite literally seen it all and can offer new insights for achieving your event goals.

Burning the Midnight Oil? Time to Reclaim Work-Life Balance

Planning additional dinners and outside events can easily consume evenings and weekends. An event planner alleviates that burden. They manage the timeline, deadlines, and unexpected hiccups, allowing your internal team to maintain a healthier work-life balance. Your team should be focused on strategy and post-event follow-up for maximum impact, not spending hours on the phone with a local restaurant to pick wine and a menu. At Acquire, we tap our network of Chefs and Sommeliers to create one-of-a-kind experiences nationwide.

Relationship Building Beyond Capacity? A Planner Can Bridge the Gap

Event planners excel at relationship management. They leverage their network and build rapport, ensuring all parties feel valued. Event planners also come with vendor relationships based on experience and trust, which is extremely important for high-stakes events. At Acquire, we have vetted the restaurants we work with, ensuring a seamless experience. We also take it a step further by understanding how to set the tone for your attendees to connect on a deeper level.

Hiring an event planner isn't a slight on your internal team; it's an investment in their success. By taking the reins on the intricate details and logistics, an event planner empowers your team to focus on strategic initiatives and relationship building. The result? Events that exceed expectations, strengthen your brand, and drive meaningful results.

At Acquire, our goal is to bring the human element to the obligatory, making even the most casual of experiences extraordinary. We have also spent our lives in service to others in some of the best Michelin-starred restaurants in the U.S. We take the details very seriously and understand deeply how to make our clients shine. Let us help you take your event to the next level.