All too often, companies see event marketing as an expense rather than an investment, especially during economic crises. In today's industry, event marketing is being used to assist in reducing the overall cost of running a business. Even if your marketing budget is small, planning an event is a strategy that generally produces a high return on investment (ROI), ensuring brand awareness and 'top of mind' status.

Here are some cost-cutting tips to keep in mind when planning an event: 

Slow down. Take time to really plan and promote a successful event while being mindful of your budget. The more time you give yourself, the more creative cost-saving options you are able to explore.

Team up with vendors. Co-marketing is key and will, in turn, help you save while resulting in referrals for both parties.

Explore unique venues. Consider hosting your event at locations that cooperate with your budget while offering its own decor - one less obstacle you have to overcome.

The key to recession-survival is opportunity. Your contemporaries' hesitation to stage an event is your chance to take optimum advantage of their marketing blunder.

Step-out and get noticed; companies who continue strategic marketing practices during tough times will find themselves far ahead of their competition.  

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