Smart Meetings

JUNE 27, 2023

Payne, CMP, CMM, strategic partner at INNOV8 Meetings + Events , to get her take on the current marketplace and its impact on meeting planners, and some helpful tips and tricks planners should be looking at when drafting up a contract with a hotel or venue. Negotiate the Details Prepare for pushback on all fronts, Payne advised. “I

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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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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. , The venue, which boasts 179 guest rooms ranging from king suites designed to look like a fishing lodge to bunk rooms, is now accepting reservations for winter 2025.

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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 focus on integrating inclusive practices at every stagefrom venue selection, programming and communications to execution.

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SmartMeetings

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

Contract tips to keep in mind A quarter century into the second millennium, there are several things that remain constant: humans need food, water and shelter to survive; the law of gravity is still in play; and event contracts are still a necessity between meeting professionals and hospitality venues. Why should they negotiate?

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Event Marketer

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

And for the opening night concert, which takes place off-site, Salesforce team members meet up with first-timers to guide them to the venue. And at the 2025 eTail Palm Springs retail conference, organizers split up first-timers into small groups that convened before the show officially began. Here’s my hack.

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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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SevenEvents

JANUARY 28, 2025

They understand the complexities of creating a flawless event, from budgeting and venue selection to vendor coordination and timeline management. 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.

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SmartMeetings

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

Focus your budget on experiential event elements that will provide the biggest impact, like AV equipment and lighting, unique venue spaces, or standout dcor elements, and minimize spending on less critical items like custom-branded products or luxury gift bags. Often, the more sought-after venues hold dates for their partners first.

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

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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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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? Look for an EMS solution that handles registration, venue sourcing, attendee tracking, analytics, and reporting. Streamline venue sourcing.

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Eventtia

JANUARY 28, 2025

Or worse, your venue suddenly becomes unavailable. Venue Setup and Final Checks : Turn your venue into the event space by focusing on decor, signage, technology, and overall logistics leave no room for last-minute panic. Step 3: Choose the Perfect Venue The venue can make or break your event. Whats your game plan?

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SmartMeetings

OCTOBER 20, 2016

Experts also discussed the trend towards increasing collaboration between venue and planners as delegates’ appetite for a customized experience grows, as well as the need for “white space” in between sessions for relaxation and networking. said Karen Ruiz from Au Courant Events, who attended the session.

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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. Markel offers event liability insurance to hosts and honorees, protecting from incidents such as property damage to the venue or injury to a guest. 2025 Markel Service, Incorporated. Policies start as low as $75. All rights reserved.

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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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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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