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2024 Contracts Playbook

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What to watch For Contracts don’t sound exciting. But if you look at them another way, event contracts are a dynamic landscape that can either serve as a solid foundation for your event, or a swampy marsh full of lurking danger! The post 2024 Contracts Playbook appeared first on Smart Meetings. Be an early bird.

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Contract Clauses Planners Need in 2024

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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.

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Caution for Planners: Hotel Rates Set to Rise in 2024

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Skift Take: Hotel rates will rise globally in most locations next year, something to keep in mind when negotiating meeting contracts. Andrea Doyle Read the Complete Story On Skift Meetings

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Event Contracts: Agree to Be Agreeable

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Negotiation experts share tips for building win-win event contracts The ROI is in the details when drafting a vendor contract. A win-win contract allows everyone to feel that their biggest risks are covered and they can partner in good faith to execute confidently while working creatively to deliver the best event possible.

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Small is the new big—for meetings!

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From eSpeakers ‘ report on IMEX America 2024 : “ Small is the new big. ” —Dave Reed, Joe Heaps and Roxy Synder, eSpeakers ‘ report on IMEX America 2024 Why is this happening? ” — Freeman Trends Report Q1 2024 , Winter 2024 Freeman Syndicated Survey of Event Attendees.

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Navigating Event Contract Negotiation with Finesse

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A Guide for Event Profs in the Age of Rising Costs Welcome to 2024, where contract negotiations continue to be a critical but dreaded aspect of event planning. As always, negotiating contracts remains a crucial component of success, allowing organizers to maximize their return on investment and deliver exceptional events.

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The 9 Best Mobile Event & Conference Apps for 2024

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Once you’ve chosen a platform, make sure the contract clearly outlines the terms and expectations of your partnership with the app vendor so everyone is on the same page. The 9 Best Conference Apps to Consider in 2024 So, based on these recommended features, what are our top picks? Make a decision. Implement and onboard.