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What Meeting Planners Want: Understanding Their Needs & Pain Points

Smart Meetings

Unexpected cancellations, attendance fluctuations, and travel restrictions have made rigid contracts a dealbreaker. Reliable internet, A/V capabilities, and streaming options are non-negotiable. Are you ready to connect with more meeting planners and showcase your venue or destination?

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Event Contracts: What to Watch in 2025

SmartMeetings

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.

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Smart Moves in Mexico, Atlanta and More

Smart Meetings

Englander takes on the role of account manager as well, and will assist with all aspects of site selection and contract negotiation processes. Najera has honed his skills in marketing throughout his two decade career, working across various sectors, including advertising and hospitality.

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Event Speakers: How To Find, Introduce and Thank Your Guests

Eventmobi

Post a call and advertise it. If you’re open to applications, post a call for event speakers and advertise it widely. Get contracts signed. A signed contract helps protect both parties and outlines expectations clearly. Now it’s time to negotiate! Local and industry publications. Confirm booking.

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How to Develop an Event Budget for Your Meeting

Eventmobi

In order to cover expenses, different revenue avenues can be leveraged, for example: Advertising revenues (event program, internet web site). Grants and contracts. Technology income (from advertising). Negotiate speaker contracts carefully and be clear about expenses speakers can claim. Donations / Philanthropy.

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Things to Consider Before Starting an Event Partnership

GEVME

In an ever-changing industry market, expensive advertising tools are being replaced by effective analogues of marketing communications. Disadvantageous event partnership contract, terms, and other issues. Be ready to negotiate and research. Be prepared for lengthy contracts. Signing a contract.

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9 Proven Steps for Planning Successful Events

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For each budget line item, you should account for the following: Estimated amount (how much you want to spend) Negotiated amount (the agreed upon price with your supplier) Actual amount (invoiced amount) Amount paid to date Amount still owed Payment due dates w/ amounts due. Event Income. discounting (early bird, referrals, etc.)