Getting into any party, especially great ones, requires that you know someone, regardless of how amazing you are. Maybe a coworker or a friend, but someone ready to throw that next big event, someone to be your key through the front door.

The same principle applies to event bookings. We know you have the capacity, the skills, the staff, and the charm to help groups and organizations host an incredible dinner. Here at Marketing by the C, we’re ready to help connect you with those groups looking for private dining and be your key to more event bookings. This article provides a new look at some of our core fundamentals and is presented as an “event bookings basics” style article.

Locally Grown Marketing
We believe the best foundation for more bookings starts with taking care of your organic marketing: refreshing your website, building your email list, and establishing healthy, best-practice marketing norms. Before anything else, your digital presence needs to reflect the quality of the experience your guests will actually have in your dining room.

Social Media Services
Your next large group or wedding party planner is already scrolling. Event-focused social content puts your private dining space in front of the right audiences at the right time, before they’ve made any decisions. When done well, social media doesn’t feel like an ad; it feels like a recommendation from someone they trust.

Photography & Videography
First impressions matter, and most of the time, that impression happens online before anyone walks through your door. Professional photos and video of your space, your menu, and the energy of a real event give large group planners the visual confidence they need to book your venue. We also offer add-on photography packages specifically for event nights, so your marketing assets stay fresh and relevant.

Email Marketing
A well-timed email to a well-built list is one of the most cost-effective tools in the private event booking toolkit. We build and manage targeted email campaigns that re-engage past guests, promote your event packages, and keep your venue top of mind for planners and organizers who are often booking months in advance.

3D Event Tours and Virtualocity
We’ve said it time and time again: your website is your star employee, but Virtualocity may be a close second. Our Virtualocity 360° and 3D tour services give your prospective guests an immersive walkthrough of your private dining space from anywhere, so your guests can visit without leaving their home and making it easier for planners to say yes sooner.

MC & Spokesperson Services  
Sometimes great marketing means being in the room. Our MC and spokesperson services help your events feel polished and professionally run, leaving the kind of impression that turns a one-time large group booking into a long-term relationship.

Whether you’re just getting started with private events or looking to fill more dates on your calendar, we’re ready to help. Reach out at 408.250.8066 to get the conversation started.