2023 Contracts Negotiating 
Smart Meetings
DECEMBER 22, 2023
Over the last year, Smart Meetings wrote about contract and budgeting tips and trends this year for the event planner who wants to keep on top of their financials, so they can keep creating memorable experiences. Tips for Negotiating Your Next Big Event Contract Cheryl M. In short, think big.
Smart Meetings
MARCH 20, 2024
Force m ajeure and clauses to keep in your next contract Watch the full webinar here. Contracts are the life blood of the meeting industry. Keep Relationships in the Details One key aspect that is sometimes overlooked in the contract process is relationships. Make sure [the service charges are] written into the contract.
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.
Smart Meetings
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
After the 2023 event in Austin, the planners from Event Strategy Group (ESG) looked towards the Pacific Northwest for the 2024 gathering, “Smarter AI for All.” By working with Visit Bellevue, the planners for Lenovo Tech World 2024 show the transformative power of partnership.
Smart Meetings
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
Read more: Helpful Budget Tips for Event Planners in a Post-Covid World Working with Third-Party Agencies Many third parties provide sourcing only, meaning they will find the destination, and other will assist in sourcing as well as contract negotiations. We try to source as local as possible to maybe cut down on shipping costs.”
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. You can’t get out of your contract under the force majeure clause.” “The Sheak continued, “The short form is usually not advisable.
Velvet Chainsaw
MARCH 15, 2023
According to a study by the World Scholarship Vault , event planner stress levels are hitting a new high — the third-most stressful job in the world for 2023. Planners are charged with making the problem go away but have little to no negotiating power. But things have changed. Tough times require creative thinking.
Smart Meetings
NOVEMBER 15, 2023
Samantha Jordan, a futurist and consultant with Future Today Institute, led a discussion with industry leaders and explained that companies, including major retailers, are already using the tool to negotiate contracts. The post FICP 2023 Empowered Members for a Future Beyond the Horizon appeared first on Smart Meetings.
Expert insights. Personalized for you.
264 
Let's personalize your content