Angela Burdick-Valenza
About Angela
Angela Burdick is the founder and CEO of VIP Bachelorette. She has a diverse professional background that includes 16 years of business experience in Human Resources and Training but has always had and entrepreneur vision. In 2003, Angela redirected her focus to event planning, specifically centered on the concept of having ‘Bachelorette Parties with Class’. She started VIP Bachelorette and began putting together all inclusive packages for the brides’ last night out as a single woman. Her ability to turn ordinary events into incredible celebrations was recognized among her clients and business would continue to grow. Angela’s ambitions pushed her even further and eventually sparked the creation of the parent company, VIP Chicago Parties, the hub of VIP. She now owns and operates VIP Bachelorette, VIP Bachelor, VIP Birthdays and several other businesses including her own online party supplies store, VIP Bachelorette Supplies.
Posts by Angela:
- 5 bars at Rush and Division with no cover, express entry, drinks, shots and champagne $15.00 a person and the guest of honor is free!
- $20.00 off Pole Lessons or Burlesque Lessons
- Half Price Bottles at Bevy Nightclub
- $5.00 off the Silver Male Revue Show Package
- River North Clubbing Special- Four nightclubs, no cover, express entry, drinks, champagne, and shots, includes the pre-party with a gift bag, photo-shoot and more. $20.00 a person and guest of honor is free!
- Five bars at Rush and Division with no cover, express entry, drinks, shots and champagne $15.00 a person and the guest of honor is free!
- Free one hour open bar at Brandos Speakeasy with any package booked
- The Guest of Honor is FREE with the “Ultimate Girls Night Out” package
- Boudior Photos- Guest of honor receives a free mini accordion book
- Silver Clubbing Package – One Free Club and the guest of honor is free and so is the person who books the package
- $50.00 of the “Save The Date” Package
- The Guest of Honor is FREE with the “Ultimate Girls Night Out” package
- Boudior Photos- Guest of honor receives a free mini accordion book
- Silver Clubbing Package- One Free Club and the guest of honor is free and so is the person who books the package
- 5 bars at Rush and Division with no cover, express entry, drinks, shots and champagne $15.00 a person and the guest of honor is free!
- $20.00 off Pole Lessons or Burlesque Lessons
- Half Price Bottles at Bevy Nightclub
- $5.00 off the Silver Male Revue Show Package
- River North Clubbing Special- Four nightclubs, no cover, express entry, drinks, champagne, and shots, includes the pre-party with a gift bag, photo-shoot and more. $20.00 a person and guest of honor is free!
- Five bars at Rush and Division with no cover, express entry, drinks, shots and champagne $15.00 a person and the guest of honor is free!
- Free one hour open bar at Brandos Speakeasy with any package booked
- The Guest of Honor is FREE with the “Ultimate Girls Night Out” package
- Boudior Photos- Guest of honor receives a free mini accordion book
- Silver Clubbing Package- One Free Club and the guest of honor is free and so is the person who books the package
- $50.00 of the “Save The Date” Package
- The Guest of Honor is FREE with the “Ultimate Girls Night Out” package
- Boudior Photos- Guest of honor receives a free mini accordion book
- Silver Clubbing Package- One Free Club and the guest of honor is free and so is the person who books the package
- Does he have a girlfriend? No, I Don’t. I used to when I first started with VIP , but it didn’t work out. She had a problem with girls calling me in the middle of the night asking me “where are you?” Obviously, these were VIP Bachelorette clients, but in the end, she didn’t care.
- Is this his personal cell phone on our itinerary? Yes, that is my personal cell. Feel free to text me whenever you are looking for a good time in Chicago!
- Can he watch my liquor that I left on the party bus while I have dinner? I wouldn’t trust me with it. Your VIP Drivers are a little more responsible when it comes to not drinking on the job.
- Can I call him when I get to every venue so that he can walk us in? I would love to walk every party in, but there is only one Rob to go around. If you want to meet up at a club, shoot me a text and let me know where you are at. I am infamous for dropping by a club unexpectedly to check on my parties.
- How can I get him to sing to the bride? Well I usually sing to the Bride’s to be at the preparty to make sure you check me out there. If you miss me there, and you really want me to bust out a song at your party, I will try my best to work that into my schedule for the night.
- Can I pay him for a personal host? You can, but let’s remember what the term “host” means. I am not a stripper. (I like to think I have a little more class than that) but this doesn’t mean lap dances are out!
- Can he do a shot with us? I cannot drink with any bachelorette party. It’s in my contract with VIP Bachelorette. I can have an occasional shot near the end of my shift but I usually try to steer clear of drinking with my girls. When I mix business with pleasure, it get’s messy.
- Why do you like party hosting for VIP Bachelorette? I like to see people having fun
- What do you do in your spare time? I work. I guest bartend at a lot of the bars and clubs that VIP works with.
- What are your tips for girls the night of their party? I actually have a couple of tips.
- Don’t sweat the small stuff. Things will come up like rude door guys, jerks at the bar, and girls who bump into while you are dancing. This happens every night at bars in Chicago, but it’s how you deal with it that makes your night. Remember you are there to make sure the bride has a good time. If someone spills their drink on you, although you might be extremely pissed off, just go take a second to calm down and dry off your clothes. If not, the spilled drink can escalate to a bar fight which will get you kicked out, and ruin the bride’s night. It’s not worth it. I suggest that you laugh it off and ask the sloppy person who spilled to buy the bride and you a shot or drink to make up for it. Now you just turned some drama into a funny story you can tell your friends later.
- Take care of your servers and bartenders. The more you take care of them by tipping, the more attention they will give you! In most cases, good tipping will get you free drinks, shots and a discounted bar tab. When you are friends with the bartender, you are also guaranteed to be served first over some girl who just walked up to the bar
- What else can you tell the ladies to help make their night fabulous? Get Dressed to kill! In Chicago it’s all about how you look, so make sure you bring you’re A-Game! There will be a ton of pictures, so make sure you are comfortable in what you wear and you feel sexy. Who knows who you will run into?
- Check if the company is in good standing with the state. Visit the Secretary of State and do a corporate search. The company should be listed as active. Illinois can be found here: http://www.ilsos.gov/corporatellc/
- Is the phone number on the website or company brochure a business line? We know many people use their cell phones for business but every company should have a business line.
- Do they take credit cards as a form of payment? This is important. If a company does not take credit cards and prefers cash, or paypal; it should raise a red flag. Reputable companies will offer their clients various payment methods and can afford to have a credit card processor and be able to pay the fees.
- Look at testimonials. How many are there? Have you looked at yelp? This is an important part of learning about a company. Not only does it tell the client/customers experience but it also can tell you if the company is actually planning parties and events.
- Ask for references. Any reputable company will have no problem providing you with references. Ensure that these people are actually people who have planned an event and are friends with the party planner.
- Talk to their vendors. Have the party/event planning company supply you at least two, and maybe three companies (one being a hotel) and talk with the company. Ask things like “how long have you worked with XO company”
Specials and Discounts
April Specials
April 6th
Rush and Division Bar Crawl
April 7th
April 21st
April 28
Bachelorette Specials and Discounts
Why Pay Full Price & Stand In Line, When You Can Be Treated Like A VIP for a lot less?
APRIL Specials
April 6th
Rush and Division Bar Crawl
April 7th
April 21st
April 28
VIP Bachelorette offers specials for Bachelorette Parties, Girls Night Out, Birthday Parties and more!
Please Contact Us if you wish to book any of these specials, need assistance, or require further information
DetailsLet’s Talk About Boys- Everything you ever wanted to know about ROB!
Many of our clients have asked us questions about our staff including our party hosts. This week, we thought it would be fun to answer some of those questions. This week we will answer questions about Rob. Rob is not only the General Manager, he is also a party host on select Saturday nights. He sings, he dances but most importantly he makes every girl feel like a VIP!
Here are the questions about Rob that the girls asked most frequently and the answers Rob provided:
Yes! We do get asked those questions about Rob! Since he answered your burning questions, I thought it would be fun to make him answer some more. So here you are ladies, the 411 on Rob
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How to Compare Event and Party Planning Companies
Is your party planner reputable? Is the company you’re working with going to ensure things go well? These are valid questions and should be asked when you are choosing a company to plan your event. The selection of an event planning company can make or break your event so we have put together some tips that will help you choose the right company(s)
Don’t be afraid to ask questions. Good companies and business owners will be happy to provide you with the information you need.
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Girlfriend Getaways in Chicago
Girlfriend Getaways
No Boys, no stress, no limits. Girlfriend getaways are becoming more popular with bachelorette parties and Chicago is just the place to have them. Why travel somewhere else when Chicago has everything you need and more? According to a recent article written by Frommer’s, Chicago is one of their top travel destinations for 2012. With everything from five star hotels, celebrity sightings at the hottest nightclubs, and pampering services that will leave you breathless. Chicago is the perfect place to bond with the girls.
Restaurants like The Kit Kat Club that features classic movies on the walls and female impersonators that strut their stuff (The Kit Kat Divas) are packing in groups of girls every weekend. With specialty martinis and the popular coconut crab cakes; they have become one of the most popular places for bachelorettes and girlfriends. Shopping on the famous “Mag Mile” is another Chicago favorite. From trendy little boutiques to high-end shops (my favorite) and world-famous department stores, Chicago shopping is a memory every girl charishes.
We asked our bachelorettes that planned girlfriend getaways with us what they would recommend and here are some of their favorites:
“Sax Hotel- Amazing! We had the best time in that penthouse suite, thanks VIP!” Julie
“We did the weekend package that included brunch at Zed 451. Although the whole weekend was great, Zed 451 was by far our favorite place. We needed those bloody marys and the food is mouthwatering” Tahlia
“I was happy with all the places but my favorite Chicago experience had to be the in room spa services at the Sax Hotel” Cindy
“The night clubs in Chicago are hot! The best part was not waiting in line and of course the beautiful people” Lilya
To see what else our clients are saying visit our testimonial page.
DetailsMoms At a Bachelorette Party?
Have you ever wondered why you see the mother of the bride or the groom’s mother at a bachelorette party? Has it made you uncomfortable? Do you feel obligated to invite the bride’s mother? These are questions we hear all the time and today we are answering all you inquisitive party goers.
Bachelorette parties have grown in popularity over the last decades. Gone are the days of strippers and wild nights. Bachelorette parties can be mild, wild, unique, trendy or even a simple dinner. Bachelorette parties are about getting together, sharing past stories and creating new memories. Let’s face it, moms had a big role in the past so perhaps the bride to be would like her included or ….maybe not.
The decision to invite the mom(s) can make or break the event so play it safe and follow these tips:
• It’s the bride to be’s night out. It’s her celebration. Consider how she would feel either way
• If the bride to be and her mother are inseparable and extremely close, the bride may be hurt if you did not invite her.
• If the bachelorette party involves things that will make the mom uncomfortable, it is probably not a good idea.
• If you decide to invite the mother of the bride, you should also include the groom’s mother. Not inviting her could hurt some or all of the family not to mention cause drama.
• If the bride to be has mentioned she does not want her there. Enough said. Don’t do it.
The decision is definitely not easy however; following the above tips may help. If you’re stuck, compromise. Include the mom(s) in part of the festivities. If the bachelorette party is starting off at a restaurant for dinner, have the mom join for dinner. Not only will you make the mom happy but the bride to be will feel you really tried to make her night perfect! After dinner, ensure the mom(s) are taken back home safely and continue on with the bachelorette party.
In 2010 out of 642 bachelorette parties planned by VIP Bachelorette, 41 (that we know of) had mom(s) at the bachelorette party. Of those 41, 8 of those were actually planned by the mom. Our party hosts have even mentioned that they have seen the moms dancing on the bars! Hey, moms are fun too.
Bachelorettes on a Budget
Looking for ways to host a fabulous Bachelorette party without going broke?
Follow these tips and tricks and we assure you will not only save a few bucks but you will get lots of credit from the bride to be!
Make the veil!- Why spend $15-$20.00 on a veil. Have the bridal party pitch in and make a veil. All you need is glue, needle and thread and of course a tiara or some funny items. Most of which you can but at the dollar store. You can attach whatever you like and it is more personable and fun!
VIP Bachelorette offers our clients free games and scavenger hunts that can be printed for free. Ask a representative from VIP for a bundle of free bachelorette games. We will email it offer and you simply print it out!
Don’t walk into a store for bachelorette gear and spend a ton of money! Remember, these items will be used that night only and will most likely be trashed half way through the evening. VIP Bachelorette offers many alternatives to spending hundreds of dollars on bachelorette supplies.Bachelorette Party Kits are a great way to get everyone something fun and memorable at an affordable price. For $10.00 a kit each girl will receive a boa, beads, flashy lights, A VIP Bachelorette button and glowstick jewlery. Best of all, when you get the kits, the brides kit is FREE
FREE Drinks! The Bride usually can get many FREE drinks when she is celebrating her final fling, but what about the other girls? Print out drinking games and dares that says the guy must but a drink for the bride and his friend must buy the girl of his choice a drink. Works every time! Another way is to play the one with the most drinks wins! Guys love when girls come up and ask for drinks, it is a great way to start conversations and meet some new people!
DetailsGirls Just Wanna Have Fun!
So you are in charge of planning the bachelorette party? You have come to the right place. With the best bachelorette party packages in Chicago as well as discounted hotels, dinners limos and even bachelorette supplies; VIP Bachelorette is your one stop shop for all your bachelorette needs.
Choosing Mild or Wild
If you are not sure what type of party to have; consider the bride. Remember this is her event and you want her to enjoy herself. If she is shy and easily embarrassed, dont take her to a male revue show or hire someone that will embarrass her. Although the group may think it is funny, she may really be offended. Remember; bachelorette parties are not always about strippers and liquor. This is a time to celebrate friendships and to honor the bride to be while remembering all the great times together.The most important thing to remember is that this is the bride-to-be’s day. 
It is easy forgotten when many bridesmaids and friends begin helping. Often times, they will want to choose activities that they like.
Here is something you can do to make finding out what type of bachelorette party to have:
Plan a lunch or girls night with the bridesmaids and the bride to be and play a game called “ How well do we know the bride”. The object of the game will be to see who knows the most about the bride to be (or so she will think) Have questions for everyone to answer and the bride can pick the winner. This is a perfect way to get information about her likes and dislikes without her knowing what you are up to.
True or False answers work the best. Here is an example of some of the questions:
Jane Bride loves drinking everyone under the table
Jane Bride will miss dancing the night away
You get the point. Don’t forget to throw a few questions in there from her childhood so she does not know what you are up to such as:
Jane Bride wore braces
Most importantly; don’t forget to collect all the answers so that you can look them over later and decide “mild or wild”.
Happy Planning!
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