Hiring the right vendor can make or break your event. Beyond the basics like pricing and availability, we asked Desai and other event profs to share the deeper questions they ask before signing on the dotted line. The best vendors don’t just quote a price; they show flexibility, creativity, and honesty. Key likes to ask for examples of projects that really tested a vendor's creative and logistical skills. "I do my research, I ask the right questions, but then I use my intuition and 17 years of experience to determine whether the vendor is the correct fit for that specific event or project.”