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Best Events Expo NYC – Come See Pogby!

blogby — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 16:30:36 +0000

Make sure to attend the Best Events Expo in NYC on March 16. Some see how Pogby is using technology to enhance productivity and increase business in the Meetings and Events industry.

Here is a link to get an EXPO pass at a steep discount:

http://www.besteventsexpo.com/newyork/
Use Discount Code: FFPOGBY

Looking forward to seeing you! – Josh

“Most” Venues Want to Compete

blogby — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 14:48:30 +0000

I’ve noticed an interesting demand trend in the industry regarding competition for event and meeting business at venues. It’s become very clear that the demand is growing. Most lower and middle tier venues are looking to push their inventory (increase space utilization), but struggle with how to do it cost effectively against the higher tier venues. There is also a small segment of the market(high end) that is quite content with all the business they get and aren’t looking for new competition. Event and Meeting Planners are struggling with challenges associated with a lack of transparency on pricing and availability.

In a recent listening lab with Pogby and professional planners, the frustration was clear – Why is getting basic information(availability and pricing) from a venue so difficult? Most professional planners aren’t interested in seeing a flurry of menu options, they want to understand immediately if the venue is in their range. Planners will lean to venues that give them what they need…rapidly. On the other hand, venues want planners to commit. Requesting a Hold is not the most effective way for venues to do business – venues are looking for a commitment.

Venues have been cutting prices to gain attention and compete with the “Big Guys.” CityView Racquet Club, in Long Island City, Queens, just cut their flat fee rental rates by 75%. Quite impressive for an incredible facility with postcard view of Manhattan and a fireplace that spins its flames in a circular motion(unbelievable to be honest) in the main bar area.

A majority of the venue market is seeking lower cost methods(incentive models) to sell their services. An approach where both parties win…hence, Pogby. Fortunately, the majority of both planners and venues are on the same page. Change in this industry is absolutely needed in order to create a fair playing field for all participants (planners, suppliers, venues, etc). The message is loud (getting louder) and clear.

More on this to come. Appreciate any comments. – Josh

View and Book Event and Meeting Packages on Pogby!

blogby — Wed, 27 Jan 2010 16:55:13 +0000

We are excited to launch the ability to immediately view venue event and meeting packages in our search results and venue landing pages on Pogby! Give it a try and send us any feedback by clicking the “Contact Us” link in the footer of pogby.com.

You’re able to immediately view minimum capacity required, package prices, available spaces for the packages, and more! We’ve received great feedback thus far with much more to come on merchandising Pogby venues to planners eager to find an event place to book.

– Josh

CityView Racquet Club – Long Island City – The name says it all!

blogby — Mon, 18 Jan 2010 18:45:50 +0000

CityView is one of my favorite venues. It not only has tennis courts,
squash ball and a gym, but it also has an incredible rooftop deck and
bar for your event! CityView accommodates all types of events. In
particular, they have a Birthday Party Package that includes tennis,
training with a tennis pro, pizza and a personalized cake. This
specific package can accommodate between 4 and 50 people and is
available daily. Other packages include a Tennis Social that includes
tennis time, open bar and appetizers from $150/per person, Flat Fee
Rental of the Roof Deck (that oversees all of Manhattan – quite
possible the best view from Queens) from $2,000, and they also allow
the rental of the entire facility.

The event planning group at CityView is amazing as well. They will
ensure all of your guests walk away from the event with a great
experience and wonderful memories. Check out CityView and booking
options by going to www.pogby.com. Feel free to make an inquiry,
schedule a viewing, or Book Your Event!

– Josh

Event Horizon: Pogby featured in Cornell Magazine (Thanks CityView Racquet Club for the photo location!)

blogby — Mon, 28 Dec 2009 21:50:34 +0000

Event Horizon: Josh Gooch at CityView Racquet Club in Long Island City, Queens. Thanks to our friends at CityView for the shot!

http://www.johnson.cornell.edu/alumni/enterprise/fall2009/index.cfm?action=department&department_id=5

Pogby December, 2009 Newsletter – Happy Holidays!

blogby — Thu, 24 Dec 2009 17:09:30 +0000

Check out our December Newsletter by clicking here

Pogby’s Advertisement in VidSF

blogby — Wed, 16 Dec 2009 21:25:47 +0000

Check out the attached commercial featuring Pogby and a handful of its venues. A huge thanks to PariSoma, SFSU and VidSF for working with us on creating and marketing Pogby! Feel free to check it out…

http://www.pogby.com/images/POGBY_VIDSF.mov

Click Here to View Video

Pulling together your Holiday Event

blogby — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 13:15:00 +0000

The holidays are the time of year to pull together your friends, family, neighbors, and other important people in your life. Having the right location for your event makes for a great event. Your home is a warm place to have the folks over, but at times it can be a challenge with size of the home, clean up duties, coordinating food and beverage, rental of needed chairs and tables, inconvenient location and more. There are options…

At Pogby, we’re looking to provide alternatives with venues in your area eager for your business and to share their facility. We’re making it easy to bring events out of your home at affordable prices.

An event on Sunday in Dayton, OH at Hope Hotel and Conference Center is $5/per person minimum guarantee. In San Francisco, you can do an open bar event for $26/per person for 2 hours at Element Lounge. In Washington, DC, look at the Textile Museum for extremely reasonable flat fee rentals (from $250/flat fee for 2 hours) in a historic facility that will absolutely leave a wonderful memory. Add a caterer, or bring some of your favorite dishes, and you’re set for a great celebration! In New York, for an event between Sun-Wed, you can rent out Sullivan Hall for $1000/flat fee. An incredible music venue that won’t disappoint you.

Our goal is to provide alternatives for your event or meeting needs. We are here to show you pricing, availability and the key areas you need to understand when booking your event. Most importantly, Pogby is the first, and biggest, website providing you the ability to Book Your Event. Today.

Check out these venues and many more at Pogby.com!

– Josh

New Venues to Book Your Event…on Pogby

blogby — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 12:47:46 +0000

Check out our new venues on www.pogby.com

HELLO from your friends at Pogby. The first and ONLY online venue booking service for smart and savvy event planners.

New Venues to Book Now

New York, NY

Groove Bar
Santos Party House
Therapy Wine Bar

San Francisco, CA

Etiquette Lounge
Triptych Restaurant
PariSoMa

Dayton, OH (New City)

Hope Hotel and Conference Center

Don’t forget about our Venue Referral Program with a CASH BACK perk! Check it out by clicking here. Refer a venue that comes aboard and get $50 Cash Back on your next event booked on Pogby!

Please keep in touch, tell your friends, let us know of your favorite venues, and spread the word! “Pogby makes it easy to book meetings and events online!”

- Josh

Pogby Venue Deals – Book Your Event

blogby — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 12:47:02 +0000

Book your deal on www.pogby.com

New York City:

- We all need a bit of Therapy! $30 for two hour open wine bar at Therapy Wine Bar in Brooklyn
- Now this is Groovy! $25 for two hour open bar in the Village at Groove Bar
- Book the entire South Pole space at Santos Party House for just a $1000! Choose a Bar Package from $20 for 2 hours or go for a Cash Bar!

San Francisco, CA:

- Enjoy a complimentary bottle of champagne for bookings made in 2009 at The Entertaining Space
- Need a great place for a quick meeting for up to 30 folks? PariSoMa has it from $25 per hour.

Are these the types of deals you like to see? What other information would be helpful for us to communicate? Click here to let us know.