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Yahoo
5 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Introducing Emma: The AI Event Planner from Events in Minutes
Begin with a quick call; Emma does the research, pricing, and availability checks, then hands you a concise shortlist so you can choose—minus the hassle. San Francisco, CA , June 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Events in Minutes, the AI-powered marketplace trusted by PayPal, Google, LinkedIn, Uber, and Meta, today launched Emma, a conversational AI Event Planner that takes the grunt work out of organizing gatherings of any size while keeping the host firmly in in Minutes introduces Emma, AI Event PlannerHow Emma Works Call +1 (415) 634-4617 and describe the event you have in mind—whether it's a ten-person workshop or a thousand-person conference. Emma searches reviews, verifies quality, and checks real-time availability and pricing across a rigorously screened vendor network. She delivers a concise shortlist (2-4 best options per category) so you make the final calls without drowning in research. Approve and book through Events in Minutes; contracts, receipts, and messages live in one tidy dashboard. Why It Matters 'Planning an event shouldn't feel like a second job,' said Hojr Pisheh, Co-Founder & CEO. 'Emma handles the scouting, vetting, and scheduling so hosts can focus on creative choices, confident they're choosing from the best, most reliable vendors.' Any event, big or small: professional planning isn't just for large budgets anymore. Time saved: Emma replaces hours of Google searches and phone tag with one streamlined conversation. Quality assured: only vendors meeting strict reliability and review thresholds appear on your shortlist. All-in-one checkout: pay once, track everything, skip the paperwork chaos. A Market Ripe for Reinvention The global events industry tops $1 trillion annually, yet booking remains fragmented and manual. By adding AI automation with a vetted vendor marketplace, Events in Minutes compresses what used to take weeks into a painless, guided workflow. About Events in Minutes Founded in 2023 and headquartered in San Francisco, Events in Minutes is an AI-native marketplace that makes booking events as easy as ordering take-out. The platform pairs event hosts with top-tier vendors through transparent pricing, real-time availability, and one-click checkout—delivering a delightful planning experience for every occasion. Media Contactpress@ in Minutes Introduces Emma, AI Event Planner A video accompanying this announcement is available at in to access your portfolio
Associated Press
07-02-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
San Francisco-Based Startup ‘Events in Minutes' Aims to Revolutionize Event Planning
Backed by Industry Leaders, Tech Entrepreneurs Are Transforming Event Planning with AI-Powered Innovation. San Francisco, California--(Newsfile Corp. - February 7, 2025) - Event planning remains a slow and inefficient process. Whether it's a corporate offsite, a team-building activity, or a personal event, the process remains outdated and time consuming-countless emails, endless vendor calls, price negotiations, contracts, payments, and last-minute chaos. George Pisheh (CEO) of Events in Minutes is on the left. Kevin Edraki (CTO) is on the right, are shaping the future of event planning. (Photo: Limoo Photography) A new Silicon Valley startup, Events in Minutes, is on a mission to change that. Built by an ex- Googler and an automation experts, Events in Minutes is an AI-powered marketplace that enables companies and individuals to book and manage events seamlessly. With just a few clicks, users can find top-rated vendors with transparent pricing and real-time availability. The vision is to make event planning as simple and instant as booking a ride or reserving a short-term stay online. A Market Ripe for Disruption The event industry, valued in the hundreds of billions, has been slow to embrace automation. The process is fragmented, manual, and frustrating for both event hosts and vendors. For event hosts, the challenges are universal: Time-consuming vendor search - Finding reliable vendors requires hours of calls and emails. Unclear pricing & availability - Event organizers struggle with vague costs and last- minute cancellations Complicated coordination - Managing logistics across multiple vendors is overwhelming. For vendors, the struggle is just as real: Inconsistent business flow - Skilled vendors often struggle to secure regular bookings. Ineffective platforms - Many existing marketplaces sell leads instead of guaranteed bookings. Time-consuming admin work - Up to 80% of vendor time spent handling marketing, quotes, inquiries, follow-ups, contracts, and payments instead of delivering services. This is where Events in Minutes comes in-leveraging AI to automate vendor discovery, pricing, payments, and logistics in a single, streamlined platform. The Events in Minutes Advantage At its core, Events in Minutes is on a mission to replace the tedious back-and-forth of event planning with intelligent automation. Instantly book high-quality vendors - No more endless research or waiting for quotes. Transparent pricing & availability - No hidden fees, no surprises. AI-powered coordination - Automates follow-ups, logistics, and vendor communications. Backup vendors on standby - Eliminates last-minute event disasters. Effortless planning, start to finish - A stress-free experience for both event organizers and vendors. A Proven Solution for Seamless Event Planning Since its launch, Events in Minutes has become a go-to platform for seamless team-building event planning. Designed to simplify the booking process, the platform enables businesses to quickly connect with high-quality vendors while ensuring transparent pricing and real-time availability. With its intuitive design and automation capabilities, Events in Minutes streamlines the entire event planning process—from vendor selection to final execution—eliminating the inefficiencies of traditional coordination. The platform is recognized for its ease of use, high vendor quality, and efficiency, making event planning faster and more reliable. By automating key logistics, providing instant booking options, and ensuring smooth transactions, Events in Minutes enhances the experience for both event organizers and vendors, helping businesses execute memorable events with minimal effort. Starting With Team Building-Expanding to Everything Initially, Events in Minutes is focusing on corporate team-building events, where HR teams and executive assistants frequently struggle to find vetted, reliable vendors. Over time, the platform aims to expand into broader event categories, including offsites, private dinners, and personal events. 'Our goal is to become the default way people organize events-whether it's a corporate offsite, a wedding, or a private dinner,' says Dr. Pisheh, CEO of Events in Minutes. 'This industry is massive, yet no one has cracked the code. Events in Minutes is on a mission to change that.' Now Available: Book Top Team Building Events in Minutes Events in Minutes is now available and actively serving corporate clients for team-building events in the San Francisco Bay Area. Companies looking for effortless event planning can visit to book top-rated vendors today. Meet the Founders George (Hojr) Pisheh, Ph.D. - Co-Founder & CEO With over a decade at Google and its subsidiaries spanning product, engineering, and operations, Dr. George Pisheh specializes in using technology to streamline complex processes. His expertise in operations and innovation drives Events in Minutes ' mission to simplify event planning at scale. Kevin Edraki - Co-Founder & CTO A seasoned software engineer and automation expert with 16+ years of experience, Kevin Edraki has built impactful, scalable systems. His deep expertise in automation, system reliability, and innovative solutions ensures Events in Minutes delivers a seamless experience for both vendors and event hosts. Events in Minutes About Events in Minutes Events in Minutes is a cutting-edge, AI powered event marketplace that simplifies corporate event planning. By connecting event hosts with top-rated vendors, the platform offers transparent pricing, real-time availability, that can be booked instantly. Initially focusing on team-building events, it plans to expand to cover a broad range of corporate and personal events worldwide. Events in Minutes solves major problems. It saves time on vendor searches. It also simplifies coordination and handles logistical challenges with ease. [email protected] 1 (628) 587-3235 1 (628) 587-3235 1800 Owens st, San Francisco, CA 94158
