Smart Meetings

JANUARY 22, 2025

Las Vegas Is on the Up and Up Since Previews beginnings in 2022, Jeremy Aguero, principal analyst at Applied Analysis, has been there to provide an overview of Nevadas economic state. For some, Sphere is the greatest live music venue in the world, Walshe said. Now in the third year, he (and the state) did not disappoint.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

Another notable example is The Collegiate Esports Commissioner’s Cup, held in May 2022 at the Gateway Center Arena. Read More : Negotiating and Cost-saving Tips for Real Meetings. Labor shortages are significant factors on the planner and venue side. In many ways, there is a trend toward self-sufficiency.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 12, 2024

Englander takes on the role of account manager as well, and will assist with all aspects of site selection and contract negotiation processes. Aguilar Bultman joined Destination Madison in 2022 as partnership development manager. She previously served as a global sourcing manager at Bishop-McCann.

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Prestige Events Magazine

APRIL 5, 2022

Richard Smith, Sales Director, Wyboston Venue Management and Wyboston Lakes Resort. There is a logic that says that, now that pandemic restrictions have been lifted, the work of Business Development Managers (BDMs) in hotels and venues would naturally return to what it was before the pandemic.

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EventMB

JUNE 8, 2022

Event industry trade shows such as IMEX in Frankfurt present a unique opportunity to showcase new venue openings. Politicians and policymakers are keen to discuss their visions for attracting delegates to their destinations, while planners seek out the latest and most impressive new venues. The (CNCC-II) will feature 4.5

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

2022 is going to be our best year yet; we’ve embraced exciting new event technology and hybrid events as the way of the future! In a world of lockdowns and social distancing, virtual platforms took over the function of event venues (and then some). The 22 Best Event Platforms To Use In 2022! The result?

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Event Industry News

JULY 20, 2022

Three quarters (75%) of respondents expect their organisation’s 2022 travel volume to eclipse 2019 levels, with more than a third (32%) citing they expect volumes to “increase significantly”. These insights can help hoteliers better understand their buyers and prepare for more successful negotiations. Changing programme priorities.

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Prestige Events Magazine

APRIL 2, 2024

Following the pandemic, in 2022 Natalia decided to start her own business as a Freelance Event Manager. Venue sourcing and management: The team secures the perfect location, negotiates contracts, and oversees logistics. Her client portfolio includes HSBC, Samsung, NHS Improvement, and Penguin Random House.

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Event Marketer

JULY 17, 2023

If you’ve noticed a recent uptick in dog-friendly events and venues, you’re not alone. Celebrates Pet Ownership Subaru Carves Out Micro-events, Adventure for its 2022 WinterFest Tour In Valuska’s opinion, not all so-called “pet-friendly” environments are created equal. A tidal wave of pet adoption gripped the U.S.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 29, 2021

During this webinar, Ludwig shows the many advancements meeting professionals may come into contact with in the near and distant future, such as second-floor public transport, futuristic venues and self-driving luggage. Harness the Power of Negotiation to Master Your Post-Covid Events Career. Post-Pandemic Clauses You Need to Know.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

Underwood shared that, overall, hotel rates are up 38% since before the pandemic and properties are less likely to negotiate day rates or minimums than pre-Covid as they are under pressure from increased labor and operating costs. — JT Long (@SmartMtgsJT) August 29, 2022. Inflationary Realities. Fast, cheap, and good is gone.

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 4, 2023

Sheaks, attorney, author and faculty legal advisor for International Association of Venue Managers to break down the major legal challenges meeting profs should be aware of in 2023. In 2022, Soundings began running compliance-first classification compliance checks.

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

More than simply stretching our pre-existing 2022 budgets thin might be required in this climate. Hold your event in the daylight hours or outside venues (and get an extra point for COVID compliance). Book venues with renewable energy sources like solar panels. This will ensure you have enough time for price negotiations.

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SpotMe Blog

AUGUST 25, 2022

These are events where all speakers are physically present at the event venue. These are events where all speakers are physically present at the event venue. These are events where speakers and attendees are physically present at multiple venues (i.e. Multiple venues with strong internet connection. Live hybrid events.

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Eventtia

JANUARY 11, 2022

It’s no secret that hybrid event has made it big throughout 2021, and is here to stay in 2022 and forward. A hybrid event is designed to give event organizers the best of both worlds, and in this guide, we will help you figure out all you need to know about hosting and managing a hybrid event in 2022. Easier evaluation and analytics.

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SmartMeetings

AUGUST 31, 2023

In the 2022 Incentive Research Foundation Report (IRF), “the percentage that found group incentive travel to be ‘extremely’ or ‘very motivating’ increased to 91%.” We have the expertise to know what resorts and venues will work best for their specific needs, as well as our negotiating clout and global connections.

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Prestige Events Magazine

DECEMBER 1, 2021

Have you got the perfect venue? When booking a venue for a charity event, logistics need to be considered, such as: ‘Is there enough room for parking? How many guests does the venue hold? Staging is available for hire if your venue does not facilitate it. How much will it cost?’. What entertainment will you have?

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SmartMeetings

AUGUST 8, 2022

Hotels are now less likely to negotiate rental fees and other typically negotiable line items. Venues are booking up quickly and the preferred options are likely not going to be available—or what’s left will cost a premium. Post pandemic, meeting planners have to give venues more flexibility for deliverables.

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Eventscase Blog

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Coinciding with our anniversary, negotiations began to achieve this latest round of investment that we have made public this week. LAST ‘WHAT’S UP’ EVENT OF 2022. ANNIVERSARY SURPRISE FOR ETL 2022. We are hosting representatives from event agencies in Spain and we’re flying them to London to attend Event Tech Live 2022.

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Unique Venues

MAY 19, 2021

AEG Presents Special Event Venues (AEGSEV) Are Springing Back to Life. progresses forward in the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic, live event venues are getting ready to reopen. The talent buyers, general managers and sales team all work together to make mutually beneficial decisions for the venues and the clients.

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MeetingsNet

APRIL 4, 2023

The Bad with the Good The strong return to live events is reviving meeting departments and the venues they work with, but along with that comes challenges. In fall 2022, 16 percent said the market was balanced compared to 21 percent in the most recent survey. The report quotes Richard Miseyko, CMP, CMM, president of Site Search Inc.,

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Eventtia

DECEMBER 16, 2021

While hybrid events have been relatively popular in the past half-decade or so, it’s no secret that the COVID-19 global pandemic has further accelerated its popularity throughout 2020 and 2022. In this guide, we will discuss all you need to know about how to plan your first hybrid event in 2022, including: What actually is a hybrid event?

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Eventmobi

JULY 5, 2023

Maybe it’s venue rental, marketing expenses, speaker fees, technology requirements, accessibility support, or catering costs. According to a 2022 survey by The Partnership Professionals Network and Dynamic Benchmarking , one reason sponsors’ objectives aren’t achieved is because associations don’t know sponsors’ goals. Going virtual?

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Bizzabo

AUGUST 25, 2021

Venue Contracts. One of the best ways to protect your event and your budget is to pay close attention to your venue contracts. But more than that, the current state of the industry and the world also gives you room to negotiate. Event organizers are going to help venues know what to invest money in.

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Nunify

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

Learnings from the course:- The course will prepare you to better understand the client’s requirements, choose event venues, identify the technology and equipment to be used, refine your negotiation skills,and master every little nuance of organizing an event. International Event Management Courses.

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The MICE

JUNE 3, 2022

And now with live events returning and many companies rescheduling events which had been postponed in 2020, 2021 and 2022, and planning for 2023, this timely interview focuses on providing tips on how to plan an incentive trip with confidence, and with safety protocols built into it. So we negotiated, in case we also have other challenges.

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Social Tables

JUNE 29, 2023

Double the Donation , a leading donation matching tool, reported that Americans gave almost $500 billion in donations in 2022. Provide a budget outline that breaks the total down into specific categories like venue costs, presentation tech, F&B, entertainment, decorations, and security.

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Event Industry News

AUGUST 17, 2022

Hire Space and Event Tech Live (ETL) have partnered to showcase London’s leading High-Tech venues at ETL London on November 16 th & 17 th at the show’s new home of ExCeL London. Hire Space is an event technology and services company which operates hirespace.com , a marketplace of over 100,000 venues globally.

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All Seated

OCTOBER 4, 2022

“In New York, we have seen clients spend double what they spent for the exact same event pre-pandemic, and that would be inclusive of venue, food, AV, and other expenses,” says Liz King Caruso, CEO at techsytalk. Inflation has been dominating the news headlines not just in New York but all over the globe. inflation rate. Be Transparent.

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Eventsforce

AUGUST 8, 2024

We set early bird deadlines because venues and caterers need to have a good idea of final numbers well before the event – otherwise, you run the risk of ordering too little or too much. If the packages aren’t exactly suitable, can we negotiate? What do you want to get out of the event? Speak to me!

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Socio Events

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Inspecting venues to ensure they align with expectations. In fact, more than two-thirds of events in 2022 were either hybrid or had the option to attend remotely, according to Skift. In fact, according to Skift’s 2022 event tech report , the majority of planners would invest in more technology if their budgets increased in the future.

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All Seated

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

However, it’s also an opportune time to revisit new year plans to determine what is left to accomplish this year and begin planning for 2022. International Association for Venue Managers (IAVM): Public Assembly Facilities Recovery Guide. United Kingdom: COVID-19 Guidance for Mass Gatherings. Guidelines from the U.K.

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PCMA Convene

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

A Perfect Storm’ — “Rising costs have been a persistent issue since late 2022, and our latest survey reveals that higher accommodation, F&B, and AV rates are among the top challenges for today’s planners,” Global DMC Partners President and CEO Catherine Chaulet told Convene via email. Finding availability 3. Budget management 4.

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SmartMeetings

MAY 17, 2022

That is how Flok CEO Harris Stolzenberg describes what his year-old company will be providing for about 150 companies in 2022. He looks for destinations that are within an hour of a major airport, warm weather and rich in unique venues. This article appears in the May 2022 issue. The more we ask for, the more we will get.”.

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Conferences that Work

JANUARY 15, 2024

Clearview AI , an American facial recognition company, maintains a database of 20 billion matchable facial photos, many scraped from social media networks, which until 2022 was available not only to government agencies but also private companies. Some can also track attendee movement inside a venue.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 31, 2023

3, however, many canceled their plans and venues were moved after a July 19 letter from Unite Here Local 11 to APSA Executive Director Steven Rathgeb Smith called for the group to cancel or relocate their event. These negotiations are a fluid situation that changes daily. ” Costs were estimated at $2.8

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 3, 2025

Featured venues range from five-star resorts like Atelier Playa Mujeres and Banyan Tree Mayakoba to tranquil retreats such as Habitas Bacalar and Be Tulum Beach & Spa Resort. Many, such as Nik Smith, vice president of Park City Professional Ski Patrol Association, are surprised that negotiators for Vail Resorts havent reached a deal yet.

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