we plan events. we deliver wow.
Our Story
For over 23 years, planit inc. has been delivering exceptional meetings and events. Our portfolio includes Fortune 500 firms to emerging small businesses. We are a client-centric firm that provides unmatched service and professionalism. Our event expertise, creativity, work ethic, and event producers are second to none.
While proudly located in the Midwest, our crazy-talented event team works from New York to L.A. and beyond. Our Midwest work ethic follows us as we work with clients and suppliers across the country. Clients and vendors alike claim our levels of customer service, polished competence, and event execution are unmatched. We plan events of all sizes, in all budgets, and in all business silos. Our industry reputation is exemplary.
We are the wow experts. Wow can be anything from being on-time, on-budget and on-point. Our version of wow brings the best products and practices to the event planning process and ultimately to the attendee’s overall experience. Our clients know that we understand their objectives, their corporate culture, and simply will work tirelessly on their behalf. As an extension of your team, your goals are our goals. planit inc.’s team of wow experts will exceed your expectations.
Who We Are
planit inc. employs the most talented and hard-working meeting and event producers in the industry. We structure a carefully crafted team for each of our clients’ events according to specific event needs and are a consistent support throughout the process. Our energetic team boasts over 110 years of combined tenure at planit inc.
Lesley Brandt
Renee Black
Alyssa Zabawa
Bailee Sanford
Beth Rohling
Caitlin Gruis
Camille Adair
Emily Zetterman
Erin Sweeney
Jessica Haiar
Josie Kratzenstein
Katie Sullivan
Madison Arrowsmith
Maggie McGowan
McKenna Parks
Michaela Proper
Olivia Downing
Sara Tefft
Sydney Oehm
What We Do
Meeting / Event Services
Meeting / Event Services
- event risk management / attendee journey mapping (meet well. meet safe. program)
- customized emergency action plan (EAP) / pandemic response plan (PRP)
- agenda and onsite script consulting
- event content / presentation / graphic design
- contract writing / force majeure and event cancelation best practices
- event strategy plans / event portfolio planning
- international event assessments
- social media event strategy
- event budgeting (pre-, onsite and post-show)
- event sustainability
- executive management team serves as hospitality and event speakers / panelists
Hotel / Convention Center / Property Management
Hotel / Convention Center / Property Management
- location and property search / sourcing
- event design / event layout management
- food and beverage planning, budgeting and design
- corporate video and photography sourcing
- group housing / hotel management
- vip experience programs
- onsite reception design / coordination
- check in services
Show Management
Show Management
- production, show flow and a/v management
- general session creative / stage design
- event build-outs plus furniture design / rental
- breakout management
Speakers / Entertainment
Speakers / Entertainment
- speaker and entertainment sourcing
- speaker and entertainment management including onsite meet and greet services
- speaker kits including all a/v requirements and rehearsal guidelines
Destination Management
Destination Management
- offsite activities, wellness and reception ideation and execution
- staffing
Transportation / Travel
Transportation / Travel
- vip experience programs for ground / air
- ground transportation management
- air travel management
Marketing / Branding
Marketing / Branding
- branding, theme development, meeting and event design
- signage and collateral design
- event gifting program design and execution
- meeting boxes for virtual and hybrid events
Exhibitor / Expo Management
Exhibitor / Expo Management
- pre-event exhibitor and sponsor contracting management
- booth design / booth enhancements
- sponsorship branding
- sponsor benefits ideation
Digital Events / Event Technology / Registration
Digital Events / Event Technology / Registration
- attendee marketing strategy / data analytics
- event marketing websites, registration systems and mobile app development
- registration / email commands center with support teams
- virtual event design and agenda / content guidance
- hybrid event design and agenda / content guidance
- livestream events
- on-demand name badge printing
- check in services
Contact Us
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Earlier this month, we welcomed two new faces to the planit inc. team!
Say hello to Gina and Jackie, our newest event assistants. We can't wait to make them into the next WOW experts. 💚
Last week, we were on site at The Ballantyne, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Charlotte.
This beautiful property will be Charlotte's new home for culture, creativity, commerce, and community. Its reimagined urban, walkable environment is evolving and becoming a hot destination!
We were thrilled to produce the 33rd Annual Commercial Real Estate Summit. We greatly value this long-time partnership!
For this event, our team delevops an industry-leading educational program from start to finish. We love to watch the community gain momentum with the innovative tools and information provided.
Ways to make attendees FALL in love with your autumn event:
🍎 Seasonal gift boxes
☕ Hot cocoa bar
🍂 Fall decor
The experts at planit inc. love to flex our creativity muscles. Contact us and see what we can do for you: https://bit.ly/3CmPSv0
We love working with the Nebraska Athletic Department, especially if it means honoring the 1970 and '71 National Championship teams!
This event is always chocked full of positive energy and, of course, Husker spirit! #GBR
Need a venue recommendation? The pros at planit inc. can assist!
One of our favorite properties is the Rosen Shingle Creek from Associated Luxury Hotels International. With over 250 global hotels and resorts, cruise lines, and destination management companies, ALHI offers our clients various venue locations.
The role of a planit inc. event producer is similar to a mastermind chef in a busy kitchen. 👩🍳
From the flurry of activity, something beautiful is made — a symphony of collaboration that results in an unforgettable experience. Read about our secret ingredients for a successful event on the blog by clicking "Insights" in our bio link.
Our team is full of big-picture people who know how much the little things in life matter.
The details of your event are unique, just like your business, which is why we bring a personalized approach to everything we do. Experience the WOW factor for yourself. Contact us by clicking the link in our bio.
We are closed today through September 5 for Labor Day.
See you next week!
Looking to think outside the box, or should we say conference center?
The pros at planit inc. are here to create an event that has your attendees racing to sign up! Hit the ground running and send us a DM now. 👟
Did you know? planit inc. can manage your event hotline inbox!
This has the doubled benefit of streamlining event communication while making messaging to attendees cohesive. Learn more about why communication has always been, and will always be, the most important aspect of events on our blog by clicking "Insights" in our bio link.
The team's back in Boston and having a blast at @thekimballfarm at our client's event.
We love hosting at this venue because there's SO much to do, from enjoying the driving range to ziplining! It's truly wholesome backyard BBQ-style fun at its finest.
Ideas for a corporate event: get wild! 🦒
We had a blast assisting our client with their event at Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo in the Harper Event Center.
When it comes to bringing the WOW factor, the sky's the limit! What will you dream up?
ICAN's 29th annual Women's Leadership Conference encouraged attendees to forge ahead and rise stronger by exploring the leadership journey and new talent landscape.
Our team executed many services, including attendee registration and communication, venue management, stage production, gifting, and more! See how we can bring the WOW to your next event by clicking "Contact" in our bio link.
Voting for Omaha Magazine's Best of Omaha contest ends tomorrow! 💚
We would be honored to receive your vote. Select planit inc. for Best Event Planner or add in 86682 as the quick vote code. Copy this link into our mobile browser and vote now: https://bit.ly/3o5h3C6
The 13th annual 2022 U.S. Strategic Command Deterrence Symposium was held in our home city, with attendees traveling from across the globe!
The event drew academic, government, military, and international experts to Nebraska. We were thrilled to serve as the experts on this hybrid event.
We brought the full spectrum of our skills and expertise to a client's event in Chicago last month. Our event producer, Olivia Downing, said it best:
"For this event, our team showcased how we can be an extension of our client's team. We brought the WOW factor (and much-needed peace of mind!) by updating the AV deck with any on-the-fly changes. It's important our clients know, we're always in this together!"
We love that our work takes us to so many exciting locations, especially when we get to team up with our partner, Redd Golf!
This week we have clients on-site at four exclusive golf courses in California, including gorgeous Pebble Beach. FORE real, how lucky are we? 😉 🏌️♂️
It's National S'mores Day – and who doesn't love an ooey-gooey s'more?!
Unique offerings for food and beverage are one way to leave your attendees saying WOW, especially when it's a custom s'more station. Find out how we can elevate your next event by visiting our website through the bio link!
Incentive trips are an excellent way for companies to celebrate employee success, increase morale, and show gratitude. And who would want to miss out on views like this?
Ready to give back to your employees with a trip of the lifetime? We can help! Click the "Contact" button in our bio link to get started.