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Company retreats are often the easiest way to bring team members together and focused on a specific cause. They are also often the best way to strengthen team bonding. Well-planned and organized company or board retreats can help boost camaraderie and communication between members, and they often provide an increase in productivity.  The My Big Day Marketing & Events team can help you plan and execute the perfect retreat or team-building experience from beginning to end! How My Big Day Can Help Your Team Connect As your retreat planning partner, My Big Day can help with everything from venue location to itinerary planning. Here is what we can offer:
 There is a lot that goes into planning a successful company retreat - logistics, travel, transportation, activities, and itinerary. Let our team help you build lasting relationships and success. We will help you with all of the details so you can focus on the purpose of your gathering and what your company is trying to achieve by bringing people together. Follow My Big Day on Facebook and Instagram to learn more about our services. You can also find retreat planning inspiration on our dedicated and curated Pinterest page.  We love our events, and they will always be part of our business, but we are also passionate about providing outstanding marketing services for our clients. As a team, we’ve been building the marketing side of our business over the last several years, and we are excited to share with you our updated marketing packages.  Each of our new packages is designed around your business goals. We also provide a la carte options to suit your needs and budget. Drumroll, please… Maintenance Package
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 MBD Marketing & Events recognizes that not everyone has the budget or know-how to put their business 'out there.’ In a world of thousands of messages and ads being put in front of us every day, it can be difficult for business owners to figure out the best method of marketing without blowing their budget or having to hire additional employees. Grow your small business with My Big Day Marketing & Events, and you’ll have a team behind your brand – on budget. Read more about our business marketing services and contact My Big Day to develop and expand your business. Our talented team of women comes from a variety of educational backgrounds with decades of experience in the marketing, communications, and event planning industries. For all types of event and marketing tips and ideas, follow My Big Day on Facebook and Instagram.  Small Business. Big Impact.
As a connected collective of experts, My Big Day specializes in the creative touches so many marketing campaigns & events these days are lacking. With superior organization, marketing experience and original ideas, we pull off amazing events and campaigns! Allow us to WOW you and your guests! As purveyors of fun with My Big Day, we support businesses and individuals in the growth of their ideas, events and marketing strategies. Our creative aptitude allows for unique ideas. Our passion for perfection makes every client a priority! Contact MBD Marketing & Events Small Business. Big Impact. Phone: 970-613-1455 or 303-886-3068 Email Us We serve the entire Front Range; Denver, Southern Wyoming, the CO Mountains, and Northern Colorado: Loveland, Fort Collins, Greeley, Windsor, Berthoud, Estes Park, Lyons, Longmont, Boulder, Wellington, Johnstown, Evans, Severance, Timnath, Mead, Frederick, Firestone, Milliken 
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It’s pretty simple - smart Small Businesses rely on Referral Programs to bring in leads. Referral Programs are effective tools in converting leads and expanding your loyal customer base. What is a Referral Program for Small Business? A referral program is a word-of-mouth marketing strategy that turns your most satisfied customers into brand ambassadors. To simplify - your customers do a lot of your marketing for you! Referral programs let satisfied customers share their brand experience with partners, colleagues, and friends - providing a much larger communication web than your business could do on its own, at a fraction of the cost! The purpose of a referral program is to acquire leads and build credibility. When you ask your customers to consider others who might benefit from your product or service, they will forward leads that are already a good fit for your brand. It means you will spend less time and money on acquiring new customers - these referred clients will come in already with exposure to your business. For many, a Small Business Referral Program produces images of punch-card programs or discount coupons. These are low-budget tools that can produce results, for sure, but even small businesses can expand their reach by collecting and using data and creative communication.  How to Start Your Own Referral Program There are a variety of referral program software systems that you can research and utilize in setting up your own referral program. You can also utilize a variety of templates connected to your current CRM that allow you to create a bank of referral request emails, referral follow-up emails, social content about your business, and tools for creating a positive customer experience. That all sounds like a lot of work, but it is actually quite easy. After setting your referral program goals, start by:
 Referral Program Examples You can reap great benefits from a strong and well thought out referral program. Offering your customers an official way to spread the word about your business and rewarding them for their efforts is the name of the game! There are many creative ways in which you can launch a successful program:
There are many ways to engage with your current customers to build a quality program that will benefit your bottom line. You can increase your visibility, expand your audience base, and grow closer to your current customers, for a fraction of the cost of paid advertising. Something to consider when creating your business and marketing plans!  Small Business. Big Impact. As a connected collective of experts, My Big Day specializes in the creative touches so many marketing campaigns & events these days are lacking. With superior organization, marketing experience and original ideas, we pull off amazing events and campaigns! Allow us to WOW you and your guests! As purveyors of fun with My Big Day, we support businesses and individuals in the growth of their ideas, events and marketing strategies. Our creative aptitude allows for unique ideas. Our passion for perfection makes every client a priority! Contact MBD Marketing & Events Small Business. Big Impact. Phone: 970-613-1455 or 303-886-3068 Email Us We serve the entire Front Range; Denver, Southern Wyoming, the CO Mountains, and Northern Colorado: Loveland, Fort Collins, Greeley, Windsor, Berthoud, Estes Park, Lyons, Longmont, Boulder, Wellington, Johnstown, Evans, Severance, Timnath, Mead, Frederick, Firestone, Milliken  Whether you’re just starting your small business or are well-established, a communications plan is crucial for your business success. Here are four reasons why you need a small business communications plan – and how My Big Day can help.  What is a communications plan? A communications plan or strategy is a system through which businesses communicate news and marketing messaging within the company and externally. Internal communication may occur between colleagues, human resources staff, and company management. Information may be communicated externally to the public, news media, clients, suppliers, and other businesses. The goal of a communications plan is to ensure your business’s messaging remains consistent, no matter who is receiving information and from which representative of your company. Communications plans are designed to be proactive, but are absolutely necessary in a crisis. A communications plan may address not only what message should be broadcast, but through which channels (for example, that certain types of messaging should be communicated through email, over the phone, or via internal memos).  Why do I need a communications plan for my small business? Company Image A standardized, professional method of communication with the public lends your business credibility. Consistent communication builds external trust in your business, and trust is paramount to success. It is important to know which message(s) you want to convey to specific target audiences, which is where marketing comes into play. Conflicting information released by different parties sporadically conveys an image of disorganization, which degrades trust. Having a unified communications strategy that everyone in the company is aware of prevents confused messaging. Crisis Management Some sort of reputation crisis, whether big or small, is inevitable during the life of your small business. It may be one disgruntled client or a newsworthy catastrophe that affects a wide audience’s perception. Either way, having a strategic communication plan in place will reduce uncertainty for you and present your company as a unified front under scrutiny. Community Relations Engaging with and supporting your community is essential to your business’s image. Your company’s public reputation is enhanced by giving back, including support of nonprofits, local initiatives, and other businesses. Staying abreast of industry happenings helps you make better business decisions, and positive relationships with other businesses build trust and mutual respect. Internal Business Objectives and Employee Morale Having everyone in your company on the same page is essential to efficient operations. Everyone in your company should understand their roles and tasks and have the information necessary to carry them out. Missing or inconsistent information frustrates employees and decreases performance. Trust, loyalty, and transparency are cultivated through a consistent internal communications plan between employees and management.  How do I create a small business communications plan? Creating an effective small business communications plan requires knowledge of branding, measurable goals, target markets, media relations, communication channels, campaigns and events, and evaluation of measurable communication analytics. Executing a strategic communications plan is a big job, and most small businesses don’t have a marketing or PR professional in-house. Internal communications plans, particularly for small companies, can be managed by an owner, president, or manager. External communications are best managed by professionals trained in marketing or public relations. At My Big Day, we offer a long list of small business services, including strategic communications planning, in conjunction with:
 Our talented team of women comes from a variety of educational backgrounds with decades of experience in the marketing, communications, and event planning industries. Reach out to find out how we can help you grow your small business! For business marketing and event tips and ideas, follow My Big Day on Facebook and Instagram. Visit our Small Business Marketing Pinterest board for more from your local small business experts!  This month kicks off our 15th Anniversary Year celebrations and acknowledgments. My Big Day Marketing & Events started as a hobby and past-time for President Christine Forster, and has flourished and grown over the past 15 years to a hustling and bustling events and marketing agency. Let the Celebration and trip down Memory Lane begin! Little known fact -- Christine filed the paperwork with the State of Colorado, recognizing My Big Day as a business on June 14, 2007. The “go-to” party planner for her group of friends, Christine took her dream and made it a reality when she signed on the dotted line and set up My Big Day as a full-fledged business, recognized by the State of Colorado. First My Big Day Event The very first My Big Day event that Christine took on was Adult Prom! She had the help of a planning committee -- her closest friends, and together they pulled off an 80’s/90's inspired night to remember.               My Big Day Grows From there, My Big Day grew to incorporate some now, long-running MBD staples -- Easter Keg Hunt & Sloshball. These fabulous favorites soon became known as My Big Day Signature Events. These events were created out of a desire to gather a group of friends together for some fun, and they have grown to some of the largest Northern Colorado premiere Community Events! The NoCo Easter Keg Hunt and Sloshball have been hosted for 13 and 14 years respectively!
My Big Day Marketing & Events over the years With the vision and leadership provided by Christine, My Big Day has grown -- not only in the number of events that are curated each year, but in staffing, in partnerships, and in scope! Over the years, My Big Day has gone from My Big Day Company to My Big Day Marketing & Events. Forced to pivot to a more marketing-driven focus during the 2020 pandemic, My Big Day has risen to the challenge of balancing small business growth while keeping the same fun and glittery feel that was present at the beginning. A staff of one and a committee of friends has grown into a team of 9 women entrepreneurs. Over the years, this collective of creative thinkers has produced over 250 weddings, developed and implemented over 33 custom events for clients and the greater community, and built partnerships and grown client accounts, managing over 29 fundraisers annually! The marketing side of My Big Day manages over 35 websites and social media accounts for clients and organizations.  The Future is Bright 15 years in business is no small accomplishment! Growth has come from the dreams and vision of a skillful leader, a dedicated creative team of professionals, a forward-thinking internship program, and the support and partnerships of many organizations, businesses, and event-related networking groups --Partners that take a leap of faith and are excited by creative planning, and clients who trust the larger visions will be met with the fine details in event planning that the MBD team excels at. We are grateful to all of our clients and event partners. As we embark on a year of memories and celebrations, we also look with our glittery eyes towards the future. We can’t wait to see where the next 15 years take My Big Day. And hang on tight -- because a full team of event planners is bound to plan and execute an anniversary celebration to remember!  Contact MBD Marketing & Events Small Business. Big Impact. Phone: 970-613-1455 or 303-886-3068 Email Us We serve the entire Front Range; Denver, Southern Wyoming, the CO Mountains, and Northern Colorado: Loveland, Fort Collins, Greeley, Windsor, Berthoud, Estes Park, Lyons, Longmont, Boulder, Wellington, Johnstown, Evans, Severance, Timnath, Mead, Frederick, Firestone, Milliken  MBD Marketing & Events celebrates the big 1-5 in June – fifteen years of fun, dynamic, groundbreaking events powered by a team of outstanding women. We’re ready to start celebrating our achievements for the remainder of this year, so we’ve come up with a list of 15 (see what we did there?) ideas for celebrating a business milestone. Keep your eyes on MBD’s social media and website for our upcoming 15th anniversary celebrations, and in the meantime, enjoy these ideas for celebrating work milestones with your employees, coworkers, bosses, and customers.  Update company branding A big anniversary is a great time to implement updates to your company logo, website, tagline, and even name to better reflect your company’s current image and goals. If you haven’t noticed, MBD’s own website and logo have undergone some updates this year, and there’s more to come! Create a timeline to show off business achievements A timeline of business achievements is a great way to reflect on how far your business has come and remind longtime customers of (and introduce new ones to) your company’s history. Looking back on growth is a morale booster for employees and owners and shows current and potential clients that your company is constantly developing, expanding, and achieving goals. Buy anniversary-branded company swag Dress up your employees in some new company swag (think: anything from pins to t-shirts) with a special-edition logo. This could include additional logo elements, like anniversary numbers, new or additional colors, and/or decorative accents. Offer anniversary-themed, short-term offers or discounts For companies that offer buy-it-now products, a discount percentage or amount to match the anniversary is a fun offer to retain customers and attract new ones. For example, a mattress company might offer 20% off a new mattress to celebrate a 20-year anniversary. Businesses that provide services can still find fun ways to incorporate anniversary numbers into offers; a home cleaning service might offer the fifth cleaning free to celebrate a five-year anniversary. Give out humorous and/or sincere employee awards Smaller companies especially can create a fun, morale-building night out of hosting an employee awards ceremony. Awards can be humorous (i.e. “always wears the coolest glasses to work”) or serious, or both.  Take a commemorative photo If your company doesn’t take a yearly team photo already, an anniversary is a great time to do so. For small companies, one photo can capture the entire team – larger corporations can divide employees and supervisors by department for a group photo. We especially love this commemorative customer appreciation “Thank You” photo collage, which is social-distancing friendly since it can be done remotely.  Involve customers in a company trivia game Engage with customers in a social media-friendly game of company trivia. Start by compiling a list of fun company facts, then create a question for each fact. These can be multiple choice or open-ended. Offer a prize, experience, or discount for the trivia winner, and post one question per day on social media for a predetermined number of days or weeks. If you’re worried about missed posts or participation on social media, another option is to have people opt-in to play by email. Design a commemorative logo This one takes some design investment, but a commemorative logo can translate to a full marketing campaign and is useful for a variety of digital and print goods – employee t-shirts, pins, website decoration, social media profile images, email marketing, etc. “A Look Back” infographic by the numbers This fun infographic follows the “before and after” format with two columns: one for the year your business began, and one for the anniversary year. You can choose which items to compare: number of services provided, number of happy customers, number of employees, etc.  Have a “Do Good Day” Giving back is a great way to highlight a company’s years of positive impact in a community and continued emphasis on community contribution. Volunteering doubles as a valuable team-building exercise, and has been shown to increase morale and self-esteem of participants. It’s important for companies to align with and support causes and demonstrate value to a community outside of the products and services they provide. MBD has made it a point for 15 years now to contribute something to our community with every event we create. Display company awards and accolades Take this milestone opportunity to remind current and potential customers of any awards or accolades your company has received over the years. These could be displayed in a front office, listed in a social media post or blog post, or (if they aren’t already) featured on your website. Share and celebrate your company’s achievements! What was popular in your company’s first year? This equal-parts-funny, equal-parts-nostalgic infographic highlights popular music, movies, slang, fashion items, you name it – all from the year your company was founded. You can ask employees to contribute their favorites from that year, or use a research tool to find the biggest pop culture phenomena by the numbers. Share with customers for an amusing, relatable experience.  Record a video message or interview with the company president This could be directed toward employees, customers, or both, and can take a lighthearted or serious approach. Ideas include a thank-you video message, a business-centric interview, or a personal or humorous interview (with questions like: What is your favorite guilty pleasure TV show?) Feature your video in a blog post or social media post for followers to enjoy. Host a celebratory anniversary event In the age of Covid, this may mean a small get-together in someone’s backyard or a larger, virtual meeting or team-building activity or class online. Virtual cooking classes and virtual escape rooms are just two of the many options available for safe, morale-boosting work events. If you’re a NoCo local, consider an after-work party in the work parking lot or someone’s neighborhood with drinks from a local bar like On the Rocks. Compile fun facts Create an infographic or list of fun facts unique to the services or products your company provides. Fun facts can include business items – for example, gallons of lemonade served or number of a product sold – and/or personal items like “number of shows binge-watched by our employees during lockdown.” Visit My Big Day’s anniversary celebration Pinterest board for even more ideas to celebrate a company anniversary or milestone. Celebration is our business, and we look forward to celebrating 15 years of memories and achievements with you!  Contact MBD Marketing & Events
Small Business. Big Impact. Phone: 970-613-1455 or 303-886-3068 Email Us We serve the entire Front Range; Denver, Southern Wyoming, the CO Mountains, and Northern Colorado: Loveland, Fort Collins, Greeley, Windsor, Berthoud, Estes Park, Lyons, Longmont, Boulder, Wellington, Johnstown, Evans, Severance, Timnath, Mead, Frederick, Firestone, Milliken If you’ve visited MBD Marketing and Events’ About Us page lately, you know how important community is to us. Throughout the years, MBD has focused on not just our own business, but supporting others. In honor of Black History Month and ongoing discussions about racial injustice in our country, we’ve compiled a list of our favorite Black owned businesses online and on the Front Range.  Boss Blend Coffee MBD’s President, Christine Forster, loves supporting Boss Blend Coffee, a Black/Latinx owned coffee company that ships their delicious beans nationwide. Check out the limited edition “Lover’s Rock” Valentine’s Day-inspired brew.  Lawrence + Larimer Clothing and Supply Co. Lawrence + Larimer has self-designed clothing lines for adults (kids coming soon) as well as a line of candles and a screenprinting service. Their brick and mortar location is in Denver’s City Park, but goods are also available for shipping in their online shop.  Bibamba Artisan Single Origin Chocolate Husband and wife-owned Bibamba produces their chocolate in their Denver shop. The couple owns and manages fair trade, sustainable farms in Cameroon, where they source the cocoa, plantain, and coffee materials that go into their artisan products. Order online for nationwide shipping.  Be a Good Person As the company name implies, Be a Good Person operates with a focus on promoting positivity and encouraging a brighter future. Their clothing lines for kids, men, and women (including a collab with Colorado favorite Lululemon) are stamped with this positive message. Visit their Denver location for pickup or order online.  Smith + Canon This Denver-based shop specializes in artisan ice cream (10 decadent flavors to choose from, including combos like cinnamon roll and cheesecake) and micro brews. Shop coffee beans and ice cream for local delivery or stop in for pickup.  Bar Helix Westword Denver winner and 5280 “Best New Bar” Bar Helix has a popular signature drink menu (complete with saucy names) and branded merchandise. As an all-women team, we’re inspired by owner and sommelier Kendra Anderson, whose goals include spreading love and “throwing a party every night” (now that’s something we can get behind). Anderson believes “we could all use a little bit of extra TLC right now,” so DM your email address to Bar Helix and look for a surprise in your inbox.
 Godly Gorgeous Godly Gorgeous offers products for the boss babe in each of us, with beautiful pens, planners, and office decor and clothing with messages like “Priorities: Love. Espresso. Laughs.” We can’t get enough of owner Andrea George’s fun, elegant wares.  xNStudio xNStudio is based out of Brooklyn, NY, and offers up home and lifestyle accessories “inspired by a globe without borders.” Products include furniture, textiles, decorative pottery, and accessories. Spice up your mask collection with xNStudio’s African print cotton face masks.  Lingua Nigra Owner Alicia designs and handcrafts jewelry from materials like brass and gold with an emphasis on sustainability. Her nature-inspired designs have earned her a large following and rave reviews. Shop Lingua Nigra for a truly one-of-a-kind jewelry gift. MBD Marketing and Events encourages you to shop small and support the Black and Latinx business owners who contribute to the vibrance and business creativity of our local and global communities.  Contact MBD Marketing & Events Small Business. Big Impact. Phone: 970-613-1455 or 303-886-3068 Email Us We serve the entire Front Range; Denver, Southern Wyoming, the CO Mountains, and Northern Colorado: Loveland, Fort Collins, Greeley, Windsor, Berthoud, Estes Park, Lyons, Longmont, Boulder, Wellington, Johnstown, Evans, Severance, Timnath, Mead, Frederick, Firestone, Milliken After over 20 years in the industry, we have noticed a trend... coaching is a vital ingredient to success. MBD Marketing & Events was thrilled when we met Katie. Her years of experience and incredible education is both a benefit to our team and to our clients. Katie works with clients both privately, and as part of overall service packages with MBD. Please inquire to learn more! 
Meet Coach Katie Katie has over 10 years of experience working with non-profits, for-profits and government agencies to create and support teams that focus on the whole person to achieve the highest results. She strategically approaches problems with a focus on solution-based ideas that fix the true problem not simply create another short-term solution. She brings this approach to her coaching by creating an environment for clients to bring their whole selves and their deepest desires for the life they want, while asking bold questions, listening deeply, and supporting compassionately. She truly wants clients to live the adventure that is their life. Katie has her master’s degree in organizational leadership and is obtaining her certification in professional coaching.  Contact MBD Marketing & Events
Small Business. Big Impact. Phone: 970-613-1455 or 303-886-3068 Email Us We serve the entire Front Range; Denver, Southern Wyoming, the CO Mountains, and Northern Colorado: Loveland, Fort Collins, Greeley, Windsor, Berthoud, Estes Park, Lyons, Longmont, Boulder, Wellington, Johnstown, Evans, Severance, Timnath, Mead, Frederick, Firestone, Milliken MBD Marketing & Events is proud to introduce you to our newest client, On The Rocks CO. These guys have an AMAZING concept and beautiful product - a custom mobile bar perfect for any type of gathering! Here is a bit about them:  We are Mike and Kate, and we are On The Rocks: the only mobile bar based in northern Colorado. Our renovated horse trailer, Pearl, is the third member of our team, and she has been through quite a journey. The Beginning We were married in 2013 at Gull Point State Park in Iowa at a beautiful lakefront lodge. Like many couples, we spent months searching for a beautiful, unique venue that would provide the flexibility we were looking for within our budget. It was a stressful experience that had us visiting dozens of golf courses, hotels, and event centers, ultimately finding that the more the venue charged, the more freedom we lost. We created Pearl to provide a flexible, elegant, unique, and affordable all-in-one bartending solution for anyone planning a wedding or other special event. Open bars shouldn’t cost thousands of dollars for limited options. We believe in an affordable experience, tailored to be exactly what you want. Pearl’s Journey Pearl is a 1960s horse trailer who spent a decade sitting in an open field overlooking the foothills of northern Colorado. In her past life, she hauled a young girl’s horse around the state for 4-H and other competitions. We saw her on our way to work one day, and immediately started dreaming of the possibilities. A full-body sandblast, metal-fill, custom weld work, and trim and body paint gave Pearl a new life. You can see Pearl’s renovation journey here [https://ontherocksco.com/gallery/]. With a self-serve four-tap “keezer” cooled draft tower on one side and a live edge bartender service window on the other, Pearl is ready to bring your event to the next level. Why On the Rocks? With Pearl, you can have an event anywhere – we’ll bring our luxury bar to you. Whether you’re a couple getting married, a company planning an employee retreat, or a concert organizer, customize your drinks, service, and even Pearl’s décor for a unique event experience your guests will be sure to remember. Not sure where to start? Check out our packages https://ontherocksco.com/reservations/or contact us https://ontherocksco.com/contact/ for a custom quote.
MBD is assisting Pearl with her website, messaging, marketing, social media, blogs and event connections! We love helping businesses launch!  Contact MBD Marketing & Events Small Business. Big Impact. Phone: 970-613-1455 or 303-886-3068 Email Us We serve the entire Front Range; Denver, Southern Wyoming, the CO Mountains, and Northern Colorado: Loveland, Fort Collins, Greeley, Windsor, Berthoud, Estes Park, Lyons, Longmont, Boulder, Wellington, Johnstown, Evans, Severance, Timnath, Mead, Frederick, Firestone, Milliken |
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