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EVENTECTIVE VS. ZOLA

Your business is bigger than just weddings

Zola keeps you focused solely on weddings, but Eventective opens doors to every type of celebration. We provide the professional contract and payment tools you need to actually simplify your booking process and manage your business well beyond the wedding season.

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What you won't get from Zola

Find planners ready to book with you

People planning all types of events

Fill your event calendar with more than just weddings. We have it all.

Manage all your paperwork

Simple, all-in-one booking tools

Get contracts e-signed and manage events payments.

Easy payment scheduling

Zero commission fees on your bookings

Keep 100% of your bookings without worrying about any extra charges.

Keep a tidy inbox with maximum leads

 Real leads delivered to your inbox

Access our curated marketplace for more opportunities in your area.

The full side by side

Zola stops at wedding leads. Eventective fuels your entire event business with a multi-event marketplace and a full suite of business management tools.

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Free Direct Event Inquiries
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Public Business Profile (Pricing, Photos, Calendar, FAQs)
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Inbox Tools (Templates, Tasks, Automation)
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All-in-One System for Leads and Bookings
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Dedicated Account Manager and Assisted Onboarding
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Lead Market Access
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Reporting Tools
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Booking Tools Access (Contracts, Payments)
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Discounted Trial Option
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All Event Types (Weddings, Parties, Meetings)
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Flexible Plans With Free Option
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No Booking Commission Fees
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*Dedicated Eventective Account Manager for venues only. A subscription is needed for lead access.

β€œThe platform consistently delivers high-quality leads, and the visibility it gives our venue has directly translated into bookings.”
Shawna, Green Pond Country Club
β€œWe are very happy with everything. Great tool to streamline your process.”
Krista, Aspirations Winery
β€œWe love working with Eventective! They are professional, efficient, and the leads are authentic.”
Toni, Firelight Barn

Trusted by thousands of event businesses

Green Pond Country Club
Green Pond Country Club

How Shawna manages 400+ yearly events

Hint: it involves a consistent follow-up process and a little help from our trusted Lead Market.  Learn More β†’

SouthPark Church
SouthPark Church

How Jenni easily saves 10-15 hours per week

As a part-time staff member juggling many hats, Eventective gives Jenni more time back.  Learn More β†’

Bella Rosa Venue
Bella Rosa Venue

How a family-run venue manages their entire business

A heartfelt mission, supported by Eventective. Read the story of the Bell family’s venue.  Learn More β†’

Jamestown Hospitality Group
Jamestown Hospitality Group

How this hospitality group turns templates into profits

Four different properties, many events. See how this group manages their busy calendars.  Learn More β†’

The 2100 Venue
The 2100 Venue

How Jurga avoids her biggest fear: double-booking events

A one-hour task now takes Jurga β€œliterally five minutes” and she sleeps better. Win-win!  Learn More β†’

Stars on the Concho
Stars on the Concho

How this family-run ranch venue stays booked

Kari knows she can count on Eventective to stay organized and respond quickly.  Learn More β†’