PCMA Convene

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Negotiation coach Alex Carter will lead two PCMA Business School sessions during Convening Leaders 2025, on Jan. Negotiation coach Alex Carter starts off her April 2024 TEDx talk, “How to Ask for More — and Get It,” by saying the most important things she knows about negotiation she learned in a kayak. I’m steering.”

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 22, 2025

Naturally, this increase in F&B and airline fares reaches into meetings and events as well, creating a strain on meeting professionals as they try to negotiate their way around higher prices in most sectors. The post Preview Las Vegas 2025: A Capital of Multitudes appeared first on Smart Meetings.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 27, 2023

All the way out to at least 2025 right now, maybe even 2026, depending on your group size, or the destination, or the hotel that you want to be in.” Negotiate the Details Prepare for pushback on all fronts, Payne advised. “I The post Tips for Negotiating Your Next Big Event Contract appeared first on Smart Meetings.

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Prestige Events Magazine

MARCH 25, 2025

Manage budgets effectively Event planners are being challenged to do more with less in 2025 as a squeeze on budgets and rising costs sweep across the sector. The approach to take here is a methodical one as you need to negotiate with vendors, prioritise high-impact elements and establish robust contingency buffers.

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SmartMeetings

JANUARY 17, 2025

Tyra Warner, assistant professor and department chair of Hospitality and Tourism Management at College of Coastal Georgia, has seen hotel negotiations from every angle. Since Covid, hotels have been negotiating hard, and that will probably continue, she begins, then moves straight to what contract negotiators can do to manage that reality.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 10, 2024

When these resources support additions to their strategy, this becomes a part of their RFP process, negotiations, and the services they partner with the destination on. Planners can take what they learn to pivot negotiation requests and strategize for enhancing ROI.

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SmartMeetings

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

Despite the event contract process being rushed, since the height of Covid, Grimes says things have relaxed a bitand its better to stay relaxed and negotiate a good contract than to be in a hurry and sign a bad one. Why should they negotiate? This article appears in the January/February 2025 issue. They have no incentive.

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Event Marketer

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

And at the 2025 eTail Palm Springs retail conference, organizers split up first-timers into small groups that convened before the show officially began. Ultimately, the experts agreed that attracting, and catering, to first-time attendees is non-negotiable. Here’s my hack. Here’s what I think is best, Preiss says.

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Smart Meetings

JUNE 21, 2023

Louis in 2025 in the expanded convention center campus. VanDeventer suggested planners looking into all-inclusive campuses either negotiate a solution for access or communicate robustly about the rules in advance—or both. Your contributions have created lasting memories and will continue to shape the future of our industry.

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SmartMeetings

MARCH 7, 2025

Expert negotiator tips for managing policy changes in uncertain times Other than expensive, unreliable Wi-Fi, there are few things meeting professionals hate more than uncertainty. We asked experienced contract negotiators how they are negotiating today and what clauses they are asking for to protect their clients.

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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).

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MeetingsNet

JUNE 14, 2024

Favorable hotel deals are appearing for event groups willing to gather in hurricane-prone areas in late 2024 and 2025. While such terms are sure to catch the eye of many planners—and perhaps cause some planners to negotiate harder with properties in the southeastern U.S. The official hurricane season ends on November 1 each year.

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MeetingsNet

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Jan Freitag, national director of hospitality for hotel-industry analyst CoStar, said in this article from SmartBrief that although further growth is expected in hotels’ revenue per available room in 2024 and 2025, hotels are worried about increased expenses. Labor costs are a significant driver of overall expenses.

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MeetingsNet

JANUARY 13, 2023

Let’s face it, being on either side of the table in hotel-contract negotiations is tough these days. Even if your negotiation tactics are the best in the industry, you might want to direct your focus on managing client expectations rather than stressing yourself senseless trying to squeeze concessions from a frozen turnip.

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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. Some participants were booking events as far out as 2025. Budget Considerations.

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SevenEvents

JANUARY 28, 2025

For example, they know how to secure permits for certain venues, negotiate with vendors for better deals, and ensure that all logistical details are accounted for. Their expertise means they can anticipate potential challenges and provide solutions before issues arise. Do not hesitate to get in touch with SEVEN to find out more today.

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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 is set to return twice a year until 2025. The event welcomed 43,000 visitors when it took place at the venue in November. Comic Con Liverpool.

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SmartMeetings

MARCH 7, 2025

Expert negotiator tips for managing policy changes in uncertain times Other than expensive, unreliable Wi-Fi, there are few things meeting professionals hate more than uncertainty. We asked experienced contract negotiators how they are negotiating today and what clauses they are asking for to protect their clients.

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SmartMeetings

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

Read More : Contract Clauses You Need in 2025 What questions should first-time planners be asking? What are a few major considerations new event planners should keep in mind during the contract and negotiation process? What should new event planners consider from the hotels/venues side of the contract and negotiation process?

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Stova

DECEMBER 19, 2024

They want more personalized experie nces, compelling content, robust networking opportunities and more.So, how do you save time and money while delivering more in 2025 and beyond? Power negotiations. All the data you need for successful negotiations is in one place, ready to pull up in an instant. Contact an expert at Stova.

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Velvet Chainsaw

APRIL 9, 2025

R1 Universities Recently, the American Council of Education and the Carnegie Foundation published the 2025 Research Activity Designation. In 2025, there are 187 R1 universities. But many R1 universities negotiate the indirect expenses to be much higher 25% or more of the grant funding. This could hit our industry fast and hard.

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Eventtia

JANUARY 28, 2025

Step 6: Choose the Right Event Management Platform Lets be realplanning an event with the wrong technology and software is like trying to navigate with a paper map in 2025. Seal the Deal: Negotiate win-win terms, whether its speaking fees, event exposure, or co-promotion opportunities. Make the First Move: Dont waitreach out early.

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SmartMeetings

OCTOBER 20, 2016

Planning and organizing association meetings and events involves numerous challenges involving clever negotiation, a sensitive approach to cultural differences , and a creative flair to keep formats fresh and engaging for members.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 4, 2024

to Open Field & Stream Bozeman in Winter 2025 The iconic Field & Stream brand’s new branded hospitality platform, Field & Stream Lodge Co. , to Open Field & Stream Bozeman in Winter 2025 The iconic Field & Stream brand’s new branded hospitality platform, Field & Stream Lodge Co. , Field & Stream Lodge Co.

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The Planner's Lounge

MARCH 19, 2025

You can also be certified in contract negotiations and know how to save your clients money. 2025 Markel Service, Incorporated. Think about your background and what unique skills you bring to the table. You may have an interior design degree and can turn any old room into a breathtaking space without breaking the bank.

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Social Tables

DECEMBER 27, 2018

From the proposal through setup, personalization needs to be at the heart of how you communicate, negotiate, and create a meetings product. There is a rising preference for independent, quirky, unique venues that often don’t offer commission and will not negotiate T&Cs.”. billion 5G subscriptions will be active by 2025.

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Event Marketer

JANUARY 6, 2025

As we head into contract negotiations, we want to show Air Canada they need to give their workers the respect and the proper pay they deserve. FUTURECASTING WITH PINTEREST: PREDICTIONS FOR TOP 2025 TRENDS If any brand has an accurate crystal ball, its Pinterest. For 2025, bold forms of expression and maximalism are leading the charge.

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Prestige Events Magazine

JANUARY 31, 2025

Senior recruitment specialist Robert Kenward has shared his analysis of the latest recruitment trends that shaped the final quarter of 2024 and offers his key forecasts for 2025. ESG has become the non-negotiable benchmark, whereas corporates and brands arent really too bothered about checking EDI policies now if you say you have one.”

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 15, 2025

Many have already booked all their 2025 trips and Californias blend of nature, culture and adventure offers multi-generational appeal. German travelers deeply value travel as a cultural and lifestyle necessity, even in uncertain times. But competition is fierce. Destinations worldwide are fighting for this audience.

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Event Leadership Institute

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

We’ve summarized seven actionable insights from our 2025 Business Events Trends & Forecasts webinar to help you thrive. Train your team in advanced negotiation tactics to maximize every dollar. Master the Art of Budget Alchemy With event costs soaring by 30% while budgets remain flat, creativity is more essential than ever.

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MPI

APRIL 3, 2025

Meetings and events are essential drivers of economic growth and innovation around the world, and MPI’s 2025 Global Meetings Industry Day (GMID) broadcast proved it. One of the questions she was asked: “How can I negotiate better rates with hotels?” ” Having pattern or date flexibility also helps, Payne said.

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Arlo Training & Events Software

APRIL 10, 2025

5 The post 9 Gomo Learning Alternatives to Consider in 2025 appeared first on Arlo Training Management Software. When evaluating Gomo Learning alternatives , consider your top priorities: Must-have features (e.g., Pros More than just an authoring tool Ecommerce features for selling courses. 5 Capterra: 4.7/5

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Arlo Training & Events Software

DECEMBER 9, 2024

And were making two big investments to help make that happen by 2025. For example, a sales team struggling to meet targets might benefit from an assessment that highlights deficiencies in areas such as negotiation techniques or product understanding, which can then be addressed through targeted training.

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Arlo Training & Events Software

MARCH 24, 2025

E.g. in a workshop on negotiation one learner could play the role of a supplier, while the other plays a buyer, each having distinct interests to represent and negotiate for. Related Read: How to Make Virtual Training More Engaging: 11 Tips for 2025 9.

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Arlo Training & Events Software

APRIL 2, 2025

The goal is to prioritize whats essential, prompting participants to discuss, negotiate, and justify their choices. Read More: How to Make Virtual Training More Engaging: 11 Tips for 2025 Skill Practice & Application: 11. Read More: 13 Best eLearning Authoring Tools, Platforms and Software for 2025 17.

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