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. The post Top Legal Issues Meeting Profs Should Be Aware of in 2023 appeared first on Smart Meetings.

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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.

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PCMA Convene

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Business event planner respondents to Convene s 31st Annual Meetings Market Survey shared their biggest work challenges in open-ended responses, which fell into similar categories as the 2023 responses, but with budget woes taking the lead. Event logistics last-minute registrations continue to add to the pressure of executing events.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 20, 2024

Read More: Top Legal Issues Meeting Profs Should Be Aware of in 2023 What To Leave Out Cohen has a few suggestions for the things you leave on the negotiation room floor of your contract: Your own personal liability for any issues caused by a guest, such as room damage, and noise complaints. Work with the venue if a problem arises.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 14, 2023

“Day-to-day operations will remain business-as-usual and Cvent will continue to operate as a separate and independent public company until the transaction closes, which is expected mid-year 2023, subject to satisfaction of customary closing conditions,” according to a statement from Reggie Aggarwal, Cvent CEO and founder.

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MeetingsNet

APRIL 4, 2023

The latest MPI Meetings Outlook survey reports outstanding prospects for business in 2023, but the trials of a hotel seller’s market and staffing issues aren’t going away. 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.

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Event Industry News

MARCH 8, 2022

The event – which brings together leading national and global brands with the UK’s independent wholesaling industry to negotiate deals and network – will increase from 5,400m2 to 8,100m2. It plans to return in 2023. The event welcomed 43,000 visitors when it took place at the venue in November.

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SmartMeetings

AUGUST 31, 2023

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. Prepare to Research : When looking for the “perfect” boutique property or unique venue, traditional search methods may not be enough.

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SmartMeetings

JULY 28, 2023

As soon as you know meeting registration is not meeting original forecasts: Negotiate with the hotel to release back some meeting space (if possible). See what the same venue would give you for booking again for the next year. This article appears in the May/June 2023 issue. You can subscribe to the magazine here.

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Skiddle

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Header: Matchstick Piehouse / Facebook.com Beloved grassroots venue, Matchstick Piehouse, based in Deptford, is set to reopen in early 2025 thanks to the efforts of a workers cooperative and support from the Music Venue Trust (MVT). The reopening marks a new chapter for the Piehouse, but the road to recovery isnt over.

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SmartMeetings

JUNE 16, 2020

For those sourcing events in the short-term, distancing and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines are being built into the RFP, and it is believed there is more room for negotiation now than in future years. These situations are being handled more on a case-by-case basis.

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Stova

MARCH 17, 2023

The Event Planner's Guide to Venue Sourcing and the RFP Process This guide examines a shift event professionals are experiencing in negotiation power with venues. We'll show you how to get the most out of strategy, opportunities, and tools available to strike the best deal with venues.

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Eventtia

APRIL 12, 2023

By the end of this article, you’ll have a clearer idea of which event management software is the right fit for you and your next event in 2023. Venue sourcing: find the perfect venue for your event on Cvent’s interface, using its database of over 300,000 venues and hotels worldwide. Collect attendee feedback with surveys.

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Social Tables

DECEMBER 27, 2018

For venues and planners, that means looking into the crystal ball to get ahead of event trends and expectations. This leaves hotels and venues in a pickle, as taking these bookings could mean missing out on higher-value events later. Key Takeaway for Venues. Key Takeaway for Venues. Click To Tweet. city-block pop-ups).

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SevenEvents

OCTOBER 19, 2022

january is now only 3 months away, so if you haven’t started planning your 2023 kick off, now is the time! seven events are a full-service event management agency, here’s how we can support you every step of the way: venue sourcing. our team have a wealth of knowledge when it comes to uk venues, especially london and the west midlands.

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Prestige Events Magazine

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Its partnership with LM Media Worldwide allows clients to take advantage of a global purchasing power that is able to secure exclusive rates, availability, and promotions across hotels of all price points; in 2023, LM Media Worldwide sourced, contracted, and negotiated over 400,000 hotel room nights globally.

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MeetingsNet

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

How to stretch your event budget for food and beverage, event tech, ground transportation, and venues. Somehow, though, they don’t seem to understand that those same pressures are raising costs for almost every line item in the 2023 meetings budget. Avoid the Venue Budget-Busters. Plus some big-picture ideas to reign in costs.

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PCMA Convene

OCTOBER 13, 2023

Adrian Ott (from left), Clare Melton, and Ori Lahav discuss the rising costs associated with planning conferences and events at Convening EMEA 2023. 21 at Convening EMEA 2023 in Copenhagen — proof that the challenge of dealing with increasing expenses is among the most pressing event professionals face.

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SmartMeetings

MAY 16, 2024

Read More : Risk Management: Events are Risky Business Extra costs could also show up indirectly in hotels showing less flexibility for what can be charged to the bill post-program, or just overall less “wiggle room” because the venues are trying to cover their own higher costs. The obvious effect could be lower levels of service.

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MPI

OCTOBER 14, 2024

adults completely abstain from alcohol, according to a July 2023 Gallup survey. Another route is negotiating to bring in your own items if the food and beverage menu can’t accommodate the requirements and putting the proper language in the contract. Some 38 percent of U.S.

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MeetingsNet

MAY 23, 2023

This is according to the hundreds of planners who responded in late March to Meeting Professionals International’s Spring 2023 Meetings Outlook Report, which was released this week. Even meeting space—a line item that was ripe for negotiation before the pandemic—is far tougher to get at favorable cost.

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Stova

MARCH 16, 2023

That means you will know the most efficient way to source your meeting venue, what event software to use, how to properly budget for your event, and finally how to measure your total meeting spend and return. Here’s how to source a meeting venue that is perfect for your attendees, budget, and organization.

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Eventtia

APRIL 12, 2023

By the end of this article, you’ll have a clearer idea of which event management software is the right fit for you and your next event in 2023. Venue sourcing: find the perfect venue for your event on Cvent’s interface, using its database of over 300,000 venues and hotels worldwide. Collect attendee feedback with surveys.

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Stova

MARCH 17, 2023

Facility Expenses Facility expenses include money spent on acquiring the venue. Your ability to estimate how much this will cost will depend mainly on the venue of your corporate event. Improve Budget Over Time Researching expenditures, for instance regarding a choice of venue, may take time.

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Endless Events

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

As we continue to transition out of the pandemic and into 2023, the effects of economic downturn, layoffs, and budget cuts are felt across the tech industry. In this episode of the Event Tech Podcast , Will and Brandt consolidate years of advice into eight tips event professionals can take into 2023. It isn’t going to work.

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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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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. This support will allow us to move forward with a new acquisition strategy that is expected to materialise in 2023. A networking lunch will soon follow to cap off the day’s agenda.

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Social Tables

AUGUST 10, 2023

They may help with everything from choosing the venue and selecting vendors to coordinating the ceremony and reception. Find out what’s trending in 2023! Learn how to negotiate contracts. Develop strong negotiation skills that can help you secure higher salaries and better benefits packages when working with a company.

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Eventtia

OCTOBER 20, 2022

Avoid any national holidays and any big events in the area (especially if you are planning an In-person event.) ( For in-person events) Select your venue. Shortlist potential venue selections. Determine your must-have needs from a venue before negotiating and committing to a venue. Develop an event master plan.

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ePly

MARCH 26, 2024

In fact, the independent educational resource World Scholarship Vault (WSV) named event planning as the third most stressful job in 2023. Select a Venue With a rough budget and time frame for your event in mind, you can begin to plan for the necessary logistics and infrastructure.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 14, 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.” There were opportunities for us to buy out different destinations and evening event venues that we might not have had access to in a larger city.” It was fine.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 7, 2024

ASH collaborated with government agencies, airlines, venues and partners to advance medical science based on robust data When the goal is to produce the 66 th anniversary of the premier event in classical and malignant hematology, then doing whatever it takes to get the best in the world to the general session is job one.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 14, 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.” There were opportunities for us to buy out different destinations and evening event venues that we might not have had access to in a larger city.” It was fine.

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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.” There were opportunities for us to buy out different destinations and evening event venues that we might not have had access to in a larger city.” It was fine.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 14, 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.” There were opportunities for us to buy out different destinations and evening event venues that we might not have had access to in a larger city.” It was fine.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 14, 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.” There were opportunities for us to buy out different destinations and evening event venues that we might not have had access to in a larger city.” It was fine.

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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. Start Fresh for 2023. Inflation has been dominating the news headlines not just in New York but all over the globe.

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