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Renegotiating Live Event Agreements When All Parties Are Innocent Victims

Velvet Chainsaw

This is the third in a series of blogs posts, written collaboratively by our team, which uncover lessons learned in advising dozens of our clients on their events in the time of COVID-19. Many conference organizers want to change their exhibit contract language or attendee cancellation policies to avoid future losses. Remove Barriers.

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Conference Go/No-Go Decisions in a Pandemic

Velvet Chainsaw

This is the second in a series of blogs posts, written collaboratively by our team, which uncover lessons learned in advising dozens of our clients on their events in the time of COVID-19. Summertime V-shape – deeper contraction, bigger recovery. Fall Recovery – Extended contraction. Scenario Planning.

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Contracting Conference Speakers

Gallus Events

And how many did I ask to sign a contract or any kind of agreement before they spoke? Contracting conference speakers just wasn’t something I did. In fact, I haven’t come across ANY formal speaker contracts in the score or more organisations in which I’ve completed event consultancy. So there is much to gain!

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The Pros and Cons of Crowdfunding Your Next Event

Picatic by Eventbrite

Especially if your main revenue is ticket sales, it can be difficult to get money in time to pay vendor and venue contracts. The post The Pros and Cons of Crowdfunding Your Next Event appeared first on Eventbrite US Blog. If you’re struggling to finance your next conference, party, or concert, you’ve probably considered crowdfunding.

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How to plug holes in your event sales pipeline

Planning Pod

Proposal & contracting Now its time for everyones favorite part: closing deals. You need to make sure your clients can easily understand the details of their contract with you and your team. Our comprehensive platform provides the tools you need to manage your sales pipeline effortlessly, from lead capture to contract signing.

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40 Outstanding Event Industry Blogs to Follow

Endless Events

That’s right – by reading insights shared by industry experts on their blogs, of course! After all, event industry blogs are accessible, provide information about events from around the globe and cover every aspect of event planning. We’re bringing you 40 of the best event industry blogs from across the globe. Eventbrite.

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How Much Should You Tip Vendors on Your Wedding Day?

EventSource

While gratuities are usually built into most vendor contracts, this isn’t always the case. Many catering companies include a service fee in their contract, so double-check before taking out your wallet to tip. Reception Waitstaff : Your contract will usually include gratuity for reception staff.

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