Choose vendors who give you ideas and help, NOT ones who just go thru the motions to get paid. You want to get vendors who are passionate about what they do and are experts!

Event costs have gone up! Remember that labor & overhead costs are increasing, so think when budgeting. Always keep a 10% buffer available for going over budget!

Remember getting the cheapest deal doesn't always means it's a good thing. Going with the most expensive is also not the right thing. You should engage the vendor and see if you mesh with them and trust what they have to say.