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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SmartMeetings

DECEMBER 24, 2020

In speaking with Ty Sheaks, attorney at McCathern , LLC, we found out how meeting professionals and venues are reacting to the fluctuating legal landscape of safety protocols and signage, as well as what questions we should be asking moving forward. Waiving Responsibility. We’ll have to watch that closely,” he says. Who keeps that data?

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SmartMeetings

JUNE 13, 2020

You’re supposed to be negotiating one complete document rather than a contract and an addendum. Will the onus be on venues and hotels to follow and enforce physical distancing guidelines put in place by the state or province they’re in? How do you advocate for clients when hotels and airlines will not waive cancellation fees?

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Event Industry News

JULY 20, 2022

Whilst this increase is partly attributed to rising airline and hotel costs within the sector, corporate travel managers also cite other considerations including business travel being recognised as an instrumental way to expand sales – therefore increased budget is required to help achieve targets. Changing programme priorities.

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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

MARCH 17, 2017

The app lets users browse curated, local hotel venues as well as choose food, beverages and other amenities for groups of up to 40 people. The app offers already-negotiated prices and same-week bookings. Got a last-minute meeting? Bizly provides instant booking for meetings in major cities.

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SmartMeetings

JANUARY 3, 2018

Weather advisories being issued from Florida to Maine have prompted airlines to offer re-accommodations, and planners to consider their options. She suggests negotiating for lower attrition thresholds —70 percent rather than 80 percent, for example. Venues in cold climes are anxious for your business. How cold will it get?

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SmartMeetings

JULY 8, 2020

Regional travel that supports local venues could be more popular than ever. How can we turn worries about the venue into a positive message? For flights, choose business class if possible, or book airlines which are leaving middle seats empty in economy class. The concept of incentive as CSR is hugely motivating, he says.

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Event Industry News

SEPTEMBER 24, 2018

Despite ongoing Brexit negotiations for the UK to leave the European Union casting uncertainty over how the deal will play out for airlines, visas and border control, the popularity of London as a destination is undiminished for now. Meanwhile, secondary UK cities like Birmingham, Manchester and Liverpool continue to see growth.

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Eventsforce

AUGUST 18, 2021

The event venue is one part of this ecosystem. For example, if you are encouraging your attendees to use a certain airline or train service, you will need to be clear on what the carrier requires before your attendees board. You may wish to make some rules non-negotiable. This event ecosystem is like an ecosystem in nature.

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The MICE

JUNE 3, 2022

So we negotiated client-friendly terms for all cancelled trips under very good conditions, and for all projects which were upcoming, that the payment would be postponed as well. We are not in this business, but everybody is used to negotiating things, to talking about things in online meetings. This will be 30% less for sure.

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Master the Event

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

This provides the meeting planner an opportunity to negotiate with a four or five star hotel where otherwise, say July or August, he or she may have had to negotiate with a three-star property. Off-Site venues (museums, galleries etc.) are also quiet and, therefore, the meeting planner has the upper hand when negotiating rates.

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PCMA Convene

JUNE 30, 2016

I know where my negotiation points are, and where I can bring expenses down to create more value for the company.’”. For meeting professionals who work hard at building relationships and excel at negotiation, requiring sign-off from a procurement team — or even having procurement run the RFP process — can be a hard pill to swallow.

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Expo Pass

JULY 2, 2024

What factors should you consider when selecting a venue? It’s about basing venue selection on attendee interests. Venue selection factors Attendee interests Budget Public transport (is it nearby?) Surrounding amenities A/V & WiFi resources Attendee numbers (is there enough space?) Orlando was built for conferences.

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All Seated

OCTOBER 12, 2018

When it comes to planning outside of the country, AllSeated’s event planning platform has helped to revolutionize the industry and the way destination events can be planned without stepping foot inside the venue. With AllSeated VR technology, you can even virtually tour venues in 360 degrees from wherever you are!

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zkipster

MAY 5, 2022

Our meetings with luxury brands, agencies, airlines, arts organizations and event producers provided fascinating insights into the ways events, hospitality and doing business in Dubai and Abu Dhabi are similar to the rest of the world, and what makes them unique. DANIEL DESSAUGES | CEO | ZKIPSTER.

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EveryEventGuide

MARCH 1, 2018

They are familiar with their own companies needs and employees and likely have preferred vendors to assist them with Audio Visual, Hotels, Transportation, Airline tickets etc. Each type of meeting calls for a different venue. of attendees: Depending on the numbers, some venues cannot accommodate you. Which leads us to point #4.

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SmartMeetings

FEBRUARY 1, 2018

Tenholder equated Marriott’s decision to a price increase, similar to when airlines cut commissions to travel agents, but didn’t lower ticket prices. “The scuttlebutt has been going around for a year. I just didn’t know what form it would take.”. He predicted other hotel brands will do the same eventually.

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Endless Events

APRIL 7, 2020

Something to that effect, some broad language that gives you some leeway” Can A Venue Force You To Rebook Versus Cancel And Receive A Refund? A venue could take a position, that they don’t have to do that. Because the hotels, the venues, they want to keep your money. So they have to refund.

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Connect Your Meetings

JUNE 21, 2017

In 1844, he brought leaders from several tribes to the fine city to negotiate a peace treaty that would open up northeast Texas to the world. The airport is served by more than 25 domestic and international carriers including Southwest, Delta and United Airlines, to name a few. Unique Venues and Event Spaces.

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Cvent: Event Marketing

JULY 31, 2018

Far from frenzied, PSP offers nonstop service from 11 airlines connecting to more than 550 global destinations. Beyond hot deals and negotiation flexibility, summer bonuses mean fewer crowds while basking in the glow of success. Looking for alternative airlines? Summer Bargains: Feeling the heat to meet in the summer?

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Plan Your Meetings

MAY 9, 2018

Event planners have always maintained that they make venue recommendations based on the needs of the client, not due to commissions or personal incentives. Many travel agencies that were dependent on commissions eventually went out of business when airlines eliminated or significantly reduced commissions. The writing is on the wall.

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SmartMeetings

JUNE 2, 2017

For planners, that means inquiring about group-rate extensions when negotiating with hotels. The door-to-door experience includes luxury coach pick-up and drop-off from participants’ hotels and venues, with food and wine dining tours, as well as sightseeing and shopping excursions.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 3, 2025

The Department of Justice took noteand has levied a hefty fine on the airline. Featured venues range from five-star resorts like Atelier Playa Mujeres and Banyan Tree Mayakoba to tranquil retreats such as Habitas Bacalar and Be Tulum Beach & Spa Resort. Several union officials have some potentially encouraging news.

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