Buy Direct and Regularly - The negotiating power that comes from booking talent directly with the artist or their personal management and not layers of agents and middle buyers cannot be duplicated in any other way. Vast expertise in the negotiating process gets the the largest name for the entertainment dollar. The importance of having an advocate working for you, in a world where there are no "set prices" is vital. There is however, normal pricing given to qualified  talent   buyers who book artists regularly and directly.

The Time to Discuss a Celebrity Performer is During Your Venue Selection  - Most wish lists of Celebrity performers immediately shorten based on the venue selected. That's a shame. Experienced planners consult with us prior to contracting the venue so that the entertainment and production options can be addressed simultaneously.  Being limited in your entertainment choices because of space, stage, rehearsal and/or set-up time not being available are usually avoidable issues when addressed early on.

Be Realistic  - Booking a major name for your event should be an exciting experience. No doubt the anticipation throughout your organization make the stakes very high. Expectations will be huge. But,  please don't demand Seinfeld have dinner with the CEO the night before the event. Please don't     demand the day of show that Sheryl Crow agree to be filmed during her performance holding your product and to say a "few nice words".