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Follow-up #2 Manager / Director Small Business

Follow-up #2 for Event Planning & Catering

Targeting manager / director at small business companies (1-50 employees).

Subject Line

What a small events team did differently

Email Template
Hi {{first_name}},

Last note from me on this topic. I wanted to share a quick story that might be relevant.

A small events team I worked with was spending most of their new business time on networking events and referral requests. They decided to test a simple cold email approach targeting local businesses that regularly host client events, team celebrations, and holiday parties. Within three months, that outreach channel was generating more leads than all their referral sources combined.

The event manager who ran the project said it was the first time she felt in control of their pipeline instead of waiting for the phone to ring.

If {{company_name}} could use that kind of predictability, I am happy to share the playbook. If not, I wish you a great event season ahead.
11-15% reply rate
Thursday best day
10:00 AM best time

Personalization Tips

  • Reference the specific types of events their team handles most frequently
  • Mention local businesses in their area that could be potential corporate clients
  • Note any community involvement or local partnerships they maintain

When to Use

Send six to eight business days after the first follow-up, using a relatable story about a small events team to create urgency without pressure.

When NOT to Use

Avoid if they indicated they are not involved in business development or if they are on leave during their off-season.

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