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Competent logistics are the new meeting minimum

Conferences that Work

Read the full article at Conferences That Work The post Competent logistics are the new meeting minimum appeared first on Conferences That Work. The traditional bread and butter of a meeting planner’s job. That’s better than a flawed traditional meeting, of course, but we can do so much better. Image attribution: OISHII~DESU.

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Remote-Work Movement Changing Downtown Atmospheres

MeetingsNet

Should planners add this factor to their site-selection research? For meetings that take place over a Monday or a Friday in a first- or second-tier city, planners might want to consider hosting an on-site evening event rather than scheduling a free night for attendees to roam around the host city.

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Yet Another Job for Planners: Clearing the Air

MeetingsNet

A meeting professional’s expertise can go in any number of directions: marketing, adult education, event design, site selection, contracting, event technology … It’s a dynamic role. The article is addressed to hoteliers but provides meeting planners with some basics on HVAC filtration and some ways to improve ventilation.

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The Art and Science of Event Venue Selection

Event Industry News

We know that site selection isn’t just a quick and easy endeavor. In this article, I’ll lay out all the considerations to weigh, plus I’ll outline some of the must-do steps to turn your venue into a unique, memorable destination. We’ve done hundreds of events in hundreds of cities and locations. So where do you start?

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Is paid influencer marketing ethical in the event industry?

Conferences that Work

” “Are there ways that this participation could influence site selection?” Read the full article at Conferences That Work. ” “In what way could you justify participation to your clients?” ” What do you think? [My

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Event Planner Challenges and Opportunities of the Next Decade

Maritz Global Events

With so many things to consider, site selection will challenge more and more and event planners. Related Articles. . These things may work wonders toward a more eco-conscious practice, but, sustainable event management comes with a whole new set of hoops to jump through, and a lot more checklists to check off.

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‘Tis the Season to Plan Wisely

SmartMeetings

Safety needs to be considered before, during and after site selection. While finding a venue that fits the needs of the client is top a priority, Kleinfeld suggests that planners perform site visits and consider security while evaluating the meeting spaces and other amenities using a checklist or a security consultant.