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.
Renee Black
Lesley Brandt
Alyssa Zabawa
Bailee Sanford
Beth Rohling
Caitlin Gruis
Camille Adair
Emily Zetterman
Erin Sweeney
Jessica Haiar
Katie Sullivan
Madison Arrowsmith
Marin Grehan
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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We love supporting woman-owned businesses like Wax Buffalo.
The planit inc. team had a wonderful time learning about their company, and, of course, making amazing-smelling candles!
Meet Maggie!
📌 Title: Event Producer
✨ Specialty: She's cool as a cucumber. If you need someone to keep a level head in a stressful situation, Maggie's your girl.
🛥️ Fun Fact: Her bucket list vacation is cruising along the Almafi Coast. Bellissimo!
Last month our team executed 10 events over the course of 9 days in 10 cities across the country with Orion Advisor Services!
We managed attendee registration, email communication, and name badges, along with printing and shipping signage and collateral. Learn more about what we do at: https://bit.ly/3Lc3Wse
Wishing our clients, friends, and family a Happy Father's Day!
We love assisting our clients and traveling to events like the USGA US Open!
We're on-site in Boston, MA to serve up the WOW factor for the next couple of days and wanted to share some behind-the-scenes.
Meet Josie!
📌 Title: Event Producer
✨ Specialty: Adaptability. Josie knows things can change at the drop of a hat, but she's ready to take on the challenge.
🧣 Fun Fact: She's a Swiftie and claims she can name nearly every T. Swift song.
Meet Michaela!
📌 Title: Director of Operations
✨ Specialty: Michaela loves the challenge of finding new ways to make ideas come to life.
🎥 Fun Fact: Her mind's a steel trap. Just ask her to quote one of her favorite movies from start to finish – she can!
Our team was thrilled to assist with the Elevate22 event.
We worked behind-the-scenes to help manage streaming to seven virtual locations. How can we help you next?: https://bit.ly/3yGKMIp
Last month our team had the pleasure of assisting Special Olympics Nebraska with their Summer Games Opening Ceremony. Our staff was thrilled to be back on-site at one of our favorite events!
While on-site at the worlds largest pillarless ballroom, we were able to visit the Marriott’s new construction project, Magnolia Ballrooms in Orlando, the date after opening!
Remembering and honoring all who have served.
The planit inc. offices are closed in observation of Memorial Day.
Our events are always hands-on and made to match your needs, even when they're virtual.
We created a custom digital event platform for the American Heart Association that engaged attendees from across the country. Learn more about how our team can bring the WOW to your next event at: planitincevents.com.
Meet Sara!
📌 Title: Director of Brand & Event Marketing
✨ Specialty: Creativity, attention to detail, and a genuine passion for giving her clients the best event possible.
💃 Fun Fact: Sara participated in competitive baton twirling for 18 years and is now a coach!
Fore! 🏌️♂️
Did you know we can plan an entire golf outing for your event? We excel at assisting our clients with offsite (or on, if you really want to be near the green) activities that soak up your location's natural beauty. Learn more about our services at our website. Click "What We Do" in the bio link.
We're on-site at ICAN's annual Women's Leadership Conference!
ICAN is one of the largest women’s leadership conferences in the country – and the largest in the Midwest, going nearly 30 years strong! We're over the moon that we get to be a part of this amazing gathering. #ICAN2022
Meet Caitlin!
📌 Title: Vice President, Events & Development
✨ Specialty: Caitlin gets stuff done, period. She once flipped a ballroom conference for 3,000 people to a Pat Benatar concert in five hours.
⛰️ Fun Fact: She wants to visit every National Park (and state) in the U.S.
The demand for outdoor events is greater than ever!
We can help create a memorable experience that will have your attendees racing to tell their friends and family all about it. Learn more about our services by checking out "What We Do" in our bio link.
When it comes to coordinating an event, planit inc. provides the expertise and support to bring the WOW factor.
Take our partnership with the Nebraska Academy of Family Physicians. For their annual spring meeting, we provided a full range of event strategies, from budgeting to food and beverage to AV and scripting. Let's work together to customize your event. Check out the link for our Contact page in our bio link.
We had a tee-rific time assisting multiple clients at the Masters last month.
The planit team did a little bit of everything, from hotel contracts to transportation, offsite dinners, and hospitality. Creating un-fore-gettable experiences is our specialty. Learn more by clicking "What We Do" in our bio link.
Every day is Mother’s Day when you’re a team made up of powerful mamas!
We hope all our clients and friends had a wonderful Mother’s Day celebrating with their families