The Vendie Blog
Expert advice on event planning, vendor management, permits, marketing, and growing your event business.
🏪 vendor tipsFeatured
Venue Owners: How to Fill Your Calendar with Vendie
List your venue, manage bookings, and use syndication to get discovered by event organizers looking for the perfect space.
By Vendie TeamApril 2, 20262 min read
📣 marketing
How to Promote Your Event with AI-Powered Syndication
Learn how to use Vendie's Social Syndication to distribute your event across 88+ channels on Reddit, Quora, Nextdoor, Medium, and more — with AI-generated posts tailored to each platform.
Vendie TeamApr 22 min
📖 guides
5 Ways to Maximize Your Rep Earnings on Vendie
Reps and affiliates can earn serious commissions on Vendie. Here are five proven strategies to boost your ticket sales and grow your team.
Vendie TeamApr 22 min
📋 permits legal
Event Permits Made Easy with the AI Permit Wizard
Navigating city permits can be overwhelming. Vendie's AI Permit Wizard looks up your city's requirements, generates applications, and connects you with city liaisons.
Vendie TeamApr 22 min
🏪 vendor tips
The Vendor's Guide to Growing Your Business on Vendie
From setting up your store to finding leads and syndicating your listing — here's how vendors can maximize their success on the Vendie platform.
Vendie TeamApr 22 min
📖 guides
Welcome to Vendie — The Event Commerce OS
Vendie connects event organizers, vendors, venues, sponsors, reps, and service providers on one powerful platform. Here's everything you need to know to get started.
Vendie TeamApr 22 min
📖 guides
Add a Collab: How to Co-Host Events on Vendie with Team Invites
Running an event alone is hard. Vendie's Build Your Team feature lets you add co-organizers, invite vendors, recruit street team reps, and manage your entire crew from one dashboard. Here's how to build your event dream team.
Vendie TeamMar 315 min
📣 marketing
5 Ways to Use Vendie's Text Invite Chain to Sell Out Your Next Event
The text invite chain is Vendie's secret weapon for event promotion. Here are 5 proven strategies to maximize your viral coefficient and fill every seat without spending a dollar on ads.
Vendie TeamMar 313 min
📣 marketing
The Viral Text Invite Method: How to Fill Your Event Using Just Your Phone
Forget flyers and Facebook ads. Vendie's Text Invite Hub lets you send SMS invites that spread like wildfire — each guest can invite their friends, who invite their friends, up to 5 levels deep. Here's how one organizer filled a 500-person event with zero ad spend.
Vendie TeamMar 314 min
📣 marketing
How to Use Vendie's Referral System to Grow Your Event Business
Learn how Vendie's referral tracking system works — create referral links, track signups, and measure the impact of word-of-mouth marketing on your events.
Vendie TeamMar 312 min
📖 guides
The Complete Guide to Vendie's CRM: Manage Contacts, Broadcast, and Grow Your Audience
Learn how to use Vendie's built-in CRM to manage contacts, import CSV lists, segment your audience, and send broadcast messages to grow your event business.
Vendie TeamMar 312 min
📰 industry news
New on Vendie: Auto-Scheduling, Growth Intel, CRM Broadcast & More
A roundup of everything new on Vendie: auto-scheduling for syndication, growth intelligence dashboard, CRM broadcast messaging, enhanced analytics, and more.
Vendie TeamMar 313 min
📣 marketing
Vendie's Conversion Tracking: See Exactly Which Marketing Channels Drive Revenue
Vendie now tracks the full conversion funnel from UTM click to signup to booking to ticket purchase, with revenue attribution at every stage.
Vendie TeamMar 313 min
📣 marketing
How to Use Vendie's One-Click Social Syndication to Promote Your Events
Learn how to distribute your event content across Reddit, Quora, Nextdoor, Medium, Twitter, and Facebook Groups with a single click using Vendie's AI-powered syndication engine.
Vendie TeamMar 313 min
📰 industry news
Vendie Platform Update: Everything New in March 2026
A comprehensive overview of all features added to Vendie in March 2026 — from social syndication to conversion tracking to mobile improvements.
Vendie TeamMar 313 min
📋 permits legal
The Complete Guide to Event Insurance: What You Need and What It Costs
Event insurance protects you from lawsuits, property damage, and cancellations. Learn what coverage you need, how much it costs, and where to get it for your next event.
Vendie TeamMar 293 min
🏪 vendor tips
How to Start a Food Truck Business in the Inland Empire
The Inland Empire is booming for food trucks. Learn how to start your mobile food business, get the right permits, and find events to vend at in Riverside, San Bernardino, and beyond.
Vendie TeamMar 293 min
📅 event planning
How to Book Vendors for Your Event: A Step-by-Step Guide
Finding and booking the right vendors can make or break your event. Learn how to source, evaluate, negotiate with, and manage vendors for any type of event.
Vendie TeamMar 293 min
📖 guides
How to Sell Event Tickets Online: The Complete 2026 Guide
Want to sell tickets to your event? This comprehensive guide covers everything from choosing a ticketing platform to pricing strategies, promo codes, and maximizing ticket revenue.
Vendie TeamMar 293 min
📅 event planning
Top 10 Event Ideas for Riverside and the Inland Empire in 2026
Looking for event inspiration in the Inland Empire? From night markets to wellness festivals, here are the top 10 event concepts that are selling out in Riverside, Corona, Temecula, and beyond.
Vendie TeamMar 293 min
📅 event planning
Best Pop-Up Event Venues in Riverside, CA: A Local Guide
Looking for the perfect spot to host your next pop-up in Riverside? From downtown lofts to outdoor parks, here are the top venues that event organizers love in the Inland Empire.
Vendie TeamMar 293 min
📣 marketing
How to Create an Event Flyer That Actually Sells Tickets
Your event flyer is your first impression. Learn design principles, copywriting tips, and distribution strategies that turn flyers into ticket sales machines.
Vendie TeamMar 293 min
🏪 vendor tips
How to Make Money as an Event Vendor in 2026
Vending at events can be incredibly profitable. Learn how to maximize your earnings, find the best events, price your products, and build a sustainable vendor business.
Vendie TeamMar 293 min
📋 permits legal
Event Permits in California: City-by-City Requirements for 2026
Planning an event in California? Every city has different permit requirements. This guide covers permit rules for Riverside, Los Angeles, San Diego, San Bernardino, and more.
Vendie TeamMar 293 min
📣 marketing
How to Promote Your Event on Social Media: Proven Strategies That Work
Social media is the most cost-effective way to promote events. Learn proven strategies for Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and Twitter that actually drive ticket sales and attendance.
Vendie TeamMar 293 min
📖 guides
Everything Vendie Offers — The Complete Platform Guide
A comprehensive guide to every feature on Vendie — from event creation and vendor booking to street team sales, venue management, AI tools, and more. Learn how every role earns money on the platform.
Vendie TeamMar 298 min
Vendie Is Here: The All-in-One Event Commerce OS That Changes Everything
📰 industry news
Vendie Is Here: The All-in-One Event Commerce OS That Changes Everything
From ticket sales and vendor marketplaces to AI-powered marketing and real-time analytics, Vendie is the operating system the event industry has been waiting for. Here is what we built, why we built it, and where we are headed.
Vendie TeamMar 298 min
📅 event planning
How to Plan Your First Pop-Up Event: A Step-by-Step Guide
Planning a pop-up event can feel overwhelming, but with the right tools and a clear checklist, you can launch a successful event in weeks, not months. Here is your complete roadmap.
Vendie TeamMar 213 min
📖 guides
The Complete Guide to Vendie for Event Organizers
Everything you need to know about using Vendie as an event organizer: from creating your first event to managing vendors, selling tickets, and getting paid.
Vendie TeamMar 213 min
🏪 vendor tips
How to Stand Out as a Vendor: 10 Proven Strategies
With hundreds of vendors competing for the same events, standing out is essential. These 10 strategies will help you get more bookings, better reviews, and higher revenue.
Vendie TeamMar 143 min
📰 industry news
The Future of Event Commerce: 5 Trends Shaping 2025 and Beyond
The event industry is evolving rapidly. From AI-powered planning to hybrid experiences and creator-led events, here are the trends that will define the next era of event commerce.
Vendie TeamMar 143 min
🏪 vendor tips
Vendor Booth Setup Guide: From Basic to Show-Stopping
Your booth is your brand. Learn how to create a vendor booth setup that attracts customers, tells your story, and maximizes sales at every event.
Vendie TeamMar 142 min
📖 guides
Venue Owner's Guide: How to List and Rent Your Space on Vendie
Own a space that could host events? Learn how to list your venue on Vendie, set pricing, manage availability, and earn passive income from your property.
Vendie TeamMar 112 min
📖 guides
How Vendie Reps Earn Money: The Complete Affiliate Guide
Vendie's rep and affiliate program lets you earn commissions by promoting events. Learn how to sign up, get your promo code, and maximize your earnings.
Vendie TeamMar 102 min
📣 marketing
Event Marketing 101: Fill Every Seat Without Breaking the Bank
You built an amazing event. Now you need people to show up. Learn the proven marketing strategies that successful event organizers use to sell out their events.
Vendie TeamMar 33 min
📊 case studies
Case Study: How a First-Time Organizer Sold 500 Tickets in 3 Weeks
A real-world example of how a first-time event organizer used Vendie's tools to plan, promote, and sell out a community food festival in just three weeks.
Vendie TeamMar 33 min
📅 event planning
The Ultimate Event Budget Template: Track Every Dollar
Most events fail not because of bad ideas, but because of poor budgeting. Learn how to create a bulletproof event budget that accounts for every expense and maximizes your ROI.
Vendie TeamMar 22 min
📋 permits legal
Event Permits Explained: What You Need and How to Get Them
Navigating event permits can be confusing and stressful. This guide breaks down the most common permits, how to apply, and how Vendie's Permit Wizard can help.
Vendie TeamMar 23 min
📖 guides
Understanding Vendie's Escrow System: How Your Money Is Protected
Every dollar on Vendie flows through our escrow system. Learn how it works, why it exists, and how it protects both buyers and sellers in every transaction.
Vendie TeamMar 13 min
📖 guides
The Complete Guide to Vendie for Vendors
A comprehensive walkthrough for vendors on Vendie: setting up your profile, finding events, managing bookings, getting reviews, and maximizing your earnings.
Vendie TeamFeb 283 min