Endless Events

MAY 10, 2018

Finding a conference venue is a lengthy and detailed process. The planning can begin up to a year in advance. From securing sponsors to organizing the AV and production needs, the planning process seems endless. From securing sponsors to organizing the AV and production needs, the planning process seems endless.

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Master the Event

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Today there always seems to be someone stating that they have they latest and greatest conference planning guide to help you do your meeting planning job. Of course, many of the larger conferences have planners that know their way around a convention center – or at least they had better know their way around.

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Master the Event

JANUARY 12, 2024

A clear and concise conference planning checklist will not only contribute to the success of your event, but will also help keep you organized and sane…both definite musts in successful conference planning! The best way to an organized event is an uber organized event planning checklist.

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Velvet Chainsaw

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Credit: iStock Event organizers are feeling the pinch as industry suppliers, venues and transportation companies rebound from the pandemic. Transportation providers from airlines to shuttle bus providers to shared ride services and taxis are all raising fees. Travel costs are rising due to strong demand (led by the leisure sector).

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Master the Event

APRIL 5, 2022

Conference Planning Software – Is It Right for You? There are several different options for planners to look at when considering conference planning software. There are some softwares available that can help you plan your entire conference, every little detail, from a to z.

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SevenEvents

MAY 26, 2022

As conference organisers, there is a lot to consider when planning a large-scale event. Deciding on your conference space is a big decision when working in corporate event management, as the space needs to work for your event brief. Below are 3 top tips to consider when choosing your next conference space.

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Master the Event

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Often a conference is marked as successful (or not successful) by the first and last things that touch a delegate. More often than not, that’s convention planning services , and in particular transportation. Generally the conference tone is set by that first impression. I have been on both sides of the equation.

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Coterie Spark

JUNE 28, 2021

Overwhelmed by fall conference planning options? Well partner, what’s it gonna be: a virtual, in-person, or hybrid conference this fall? COVID-19 has changed the world, and has shifted how events and conferences are imagined/planned, it’s a new frontier! Virtual Conferences. In-Person Conferences.

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Coterie Spark

OCTOBER 4, 2021

As we continue to navigate what the “new normal” means for in-person gatherings around the world, we remain in what we call the Wild West of Conference Planning. With that in mind, here are a few things to consider when planning your next conference: Government Mandates and Venue Requirements .

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Coterie Spark

JULY 25, 2022

It’s been a busy summer for Coterie Spark — our team is racking up the travel miles across North America for conference site visits. These trips are essential to producing a well-planned meeting or conference, which is why we often visit multiple times in advance of an event.

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Boomset

AUGUST 5, 2018

If you are chosen to be a conference organizer, you should take it as an opportunity to give back to the society. In case networking is not your thing, conference planning should be a chance to share your talent with the guests. Do you want to know how to plan an efficient and effective conference event?

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Canadian Special Events

MARCH 17, 2024

The Canadian Dam Association Annual Conference is a heavily volunteer-led initiative. Most of the 14-person Conference Planning Committee were based in the conference destination, St. The planning committee was excited to bring in new staff to help with their upcoming in-person conference.

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InitLive

NOVEMBER 25, 2021

Whether you’re a nonprofit event planner , association membership manager, event director, or convention planner, this guide will help you plan the most effective, engaging convention possible for your audience members. 11 Steps to Plan a Successful Convention. 5 Convention Planning Best Practices. What is a Convention?

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Master the Event

APRIL 1, 2022

As a result, City Planning Conferences are happening with an increased frequency to address this growing issue. (no City Planning Conferences – The Numbers are a Little Surprising. On conferencealerts.com there were over 100 meetings, conferences and events scheduled in “Urban studies, architecture and related fields”.

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Master the Event

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

When setting out to plan a conference, it’s often said that choosing the right venue is the most important task. I find planning a conference is like playing cards, pick a card any card. They all hold weight and are equally important to the outcome of the conference. I remember my first time. Costs are important.

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Master the Event

DECEMBER 13, 2023

In this post I’m going to show you why the budget planning process doesn’t have to be the toughest part of an event proposal. The Budget Planning Process is a Key Component to an Event Proposal For most conferences or events, it’s the social functions that can add to a planner’s overall budget.

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QC Event School

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

Alternately, if you focus more on corporate events, your niche would be businesses holding meetings and conferences. Why Event Planning Niches Are Important. Corporate event planners – businesses holding meetings and conferences. Event planners for trade shows – companies that organize trade shows and conferences.

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Capterra Event Management

JANUARY 23, 2018

Smartsheet Event Budget Workbook and Conference Planning Worksheet. Associated housing and transportation costs. Excel templates grant users far more flexibility than printable budgets, making them ideal for complex events with multiple moving parts. Microsoft Office Official Template 1. Microsoft Office Official Template 2.

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Expo Logic

DECEMBER 27, 2019

The typical conference attendee will throw away over 4 pounds of waste per day, according to Event Manager Blog. For a small three-day industry conference of approximately 1,000 attendees, that translates into over 12,500 pounds of discards — about the same as four compact cars producing 530 metric ton equivalents of CO 2.

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Expo Logic

DECEMBER 27, 2019

Clear visual pathways are even more pressing at professional or educational events, such as conferences, expos and industry seminars with hundreds of registrants. With a successful floor plan layout, you have the room to perfect every detail in your event's design, assuring that "wow" factor when guests arrive. Test Sightlines.

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Expo Logic

DECEMBER 27, 2019

Online registration and early bird check-ins can dramatically reduce registration lines at the onset of conferences, expos, certification courses and similar events. Planning a conference? Pre-Registration and Early Check-In. These tools help simplify the end-to-end administration of major event components. Event Apps.

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Expo Logic

DECEMBER 27, 2019

As an event manager, it's up to you to curate an easy check-in process, one that ideally makes guests forget the more tedious logistics of attending a conference, camp or community event. Parking and main entry info: Guide guests to exactly where they need to be and give them information about parking or transportation logistics.

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Expo Logic

DECEMBER 27, 2019

Sample previous work: Sample your speaker's previous work — including their talks, books or conferences — to get the best feel for their message and abilities. Maintaining an open line of communication through each step of the planning process is the most effective way to manage conference speakers. Trust Your Speaker.

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Endless Events

AUGUST 8, 2018

When it comes to planning a conference, location is key. Today’s conference attendees expect more. And that all starts with a great conference location. . A conference is more than just the convention center. Cities can start to run together on the conference circuit. Planning a conference?

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