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Into the Wild(erness Risk Management Conference)

PCMA Convene

While these questions might sound like the premise of the latest action-adventure blockbuster, for the outdoor enthusiasts and professionals who attended the 2017 Wilderness Risk Management Conference (WRMC), they are the daunting — and very serious — considerations they have to prepare for. How do you get home safe?”.

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Meetings Industry Association unveils essential Martyn’s Law guidance for business events sector 

Prestige Events Magazine

Working in partnership with leading security and risk management experts GSA Global, the trade association has compiled a step-by-step roadmap to help the sector stay ahead of the potential requirements, so it is ready when the law is enacted. Figen Murray, the driving force behind the legislation, has endorsed the guide.

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How to help people in effective networking at the event – case of the Yacht Racing Forum 2017

Eventory

We talked with Bernard about the case of The Yacht Racing Forum 2017, which took place on 27-28th of November in Aarhus, Denmark. Bernard Schopfer – founder and CEO of MaxComm Communication, with 20 years of experience within media, television, sponsorship and event management. Is there a lot of events like that?

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What Did You Do Differently Last Year?

PCMA Convene

We are moving to a larger venue for 2017. We have implemented a risk-management manual to our events and we have purchased more event insurance for better protection. Increase in what we budget for food and beverage, and managing other costs more closely. •Focused on non-dues revenue. • Lowered meeting costs.

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An Events Pro Finds the Future at CES

MeetingsNet

Another event-planning pain point is moving attendees throughout a venue or experience, whether it’s for check-in at the entrance, or for moving around a city for a multi-venue conference (like CES). Wi-Fi hacking is a real vulnerability at conferences and should always be part of risk management planning.

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What One Thing? Safety First: Protecting Your Attendees and Your Event in a Risky World with Kevin Coffey

Smart Meetings

One of the simplest is to conduct a walk-through of the venue before the event. Some venues allow open access, and without clear identification, it’s hard to know who belongs in the room. Next, communicate with the venue about their emergency procedures. Do you see the meetings industry becoming more aware of these risks?

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6 Emergency Response Tips for Meeting Planners

SmartMeetings

Regardless of who is responsible for handling security at hotels and other meeting venues, professional planners should prepare for worst-case scenarios—whether it be a power outage, an active shooter or the many other types of situations that develop. Make copies of the room and venue floor plans.