12 Things Every Event Planner Needs in their Planner Bag

In this episode of Event Tech Pull Up, Tess Vismale and Keith Johnston take a fun and practical dive into the essential items every meeting and event planner should have in their travel bag. Drawing from their years of experience in the events industry, they share a curated list of 12 must-haves, from a trusty USB-C hub and portable monitor to a sleek hydro bag and versatile gaff tape. Each item is discussed with humor and real-world examples, ensuring you know not just what to carry but why it matters. Whether it’s keeping your devices connected, staying hydrated, or tackling on-the-go challenges, Tess and Keith have you covered. Tune in as they explore how these tools can make site inspections, events, and meetings seamless while sharing personal anecdotes and practical tips. They also discuss how planners can balance functionality with style and convenience—choosing the perfect water bottle, finding the right multi-tool, or staying germ-free with a stash of cleaning wipes. This episode is a lively mix of humor, insight, and indispensable advice for event pros always on the move. Don't forget to check the show notes for links to their recommended gear! The products we mentioned during the episode: USB C Hub Anker 555 USB-C Hub (8-in-1), with 100W Power Delivery https://amzn.to/3UXNpj8 Good Headphones Beats Studio Pro https://amzn.to/4eBZmSO SHOKZ OpenRun Pro 2 https://amzn.to/4hUuzmY Portable Webcam Logitech Brio 101 Full HD 1080p Webcam https://amzn.to/3ARGKQP Good Water Bottle Owala FreeSip Insulated Stainless Steel Water Bottle with Straw https://amzn.to/3YSPf6d Yeti Rambler 36 oz Bottle https://amzn.to/3OhqQ5l A Bag for the Water Bottle Original HydroBag Handle Collection https://amzn.to/40TAq5O A Multitool GERBER Dime Micro Tool https://amzn.to/3YSPY7r Sharpies Sharpie Permanent Marker Variety Pack https://amzn.to/40VxaH3 Silver Sharpie https://amzn.to/4eCVQHB Flashlight Maglite Mini LED Flashlight https://amzn.to/3OfI572 Gaff Tape Amazon Basics No Residue, Non-Reflective Gaffers Tape https://amzn.to/4fTo3eu Portable Monitor ARZOPA Portable Monitor, 15.6" https://amzn.to/4fTojKu Cheap Flash Drives 10-Pack Enfain 16GB USB 2.0 Swivel Flash Drives https://amzn.to/3ARIHN9 Wipes Lysol Disinfecting Wipes Bundle https://amzn.to/4fxg0nS The Honest Company Sanitizing Alcohol Wipes (Grapefruit) https://amzn.to/4hTtk7v