SmartMeetings

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

A 7-Step Process A true process will go beyond RFP sourcing and site selection, contracting and negotiations. By definition, procurement is the structured process through which organizations acquire goods and services from suppliers. Read More : Year of the Sustainable RFP Let me connect the dots for you.

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Conference Site Selections Negotiating Contracts 98

GEVME

NOVEMBER 7, 2018

Take care of any legal issues and contracts. Information on the drafting of contracts is usually available in the General Terms & Conditions section. If this is the case, you will definitely save time and money by not serving at each table. Food is something that you definitely need to take care of in advance.

Food and Beverage 166

Food and Beverage Venues Transportation Contracts 166

Eventinterface

JULY 11, 2017

So, this book has definitely helped me in this area,” states Owens. Patton, Bruce, to be very helpful when it came to negotiating contracts,” shares Maxine Viktor with Prismatic Event Planning and Public Relations.

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Meetings Negotiating Risk Management Contracts 149

Canadian Special Events

DECEMBER 26, 2018

As an event planner, you need to sign a lot of contracts and let’s face it, some of them can be confusing, particularly the AV contracts. Luckily, Jon Trask breaks it down what you need to know to get through a long and complex AV contract. . If you breach the contract, they keep the money. This is not uncommon.

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Contracts Insurance Government Travel 51

Planning Pod

JANUARY 10, 2021

Whether they’re responding to new prospects, following up with them for contract signatures or chasing down clients for payments or vital input for their event, there is rarely any free time in their schedule. Everything is there—invoicing, contracts, floorplans, BEOs, you name it,” Olivia said. “It Sign up for a free trial!

Hotels 148

Hotels Event Management Management Contracts 148

SmartMeetings

MAY 11, 2020

Once in-person mass gatherings were restricted, virtual conferences and meetings immediately became the only viable option. They are the driving force behind the virtual conference production. Virtual Conference Platform Specialist: Manages the tool used to create on-demand sessions and live events. The future is hybrid.

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Sponsorships Speakers Tech Conference 130

PCMA Convene

AUGUST 13, 2021

Over the next year or so, conference organizers will need to define their responsibilities for duty of care when it comes to their events. Over the next year or so, conference organizers will need to define their responsibilities for duty of care, as well as what is expected of those who choose to attend your conference in person.

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Risk Management Contracts Consulting Conference 105

Attendease

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Moreover, having crystal clear goals and objectives means you have a definitive blueprint to revisit if disagreements or hurdles pop up during planning. Make sure you have signed contracts in place at least three months out. It also enables you to say no to ideas that don’t align with the established vision.

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Corporate Events Food and Beverage Social Media Event Management 195

SmartMeetings

APRIL 17, 2020

Industry professionals showed the true definition of #HospitalityStrong in 280 characters or less to continue the #GMID20 conversation started on Tuesday. Some are putting their diverse skills to use, such as those at Conference Care Package, who have been planting tomatoes to give to those in need. Here are the highlights.

Contracts 91

Contracts 2020 Healthcare Hospitality 91

Event Industry News

JULY 15, 2019

We all need to speak the same language,” Parker stated, explaining that one person’s definition of ‘free WiFi’ may be different to someone else’s. Sometimes, [venues] have to stick to expensive legacy contracts with data providers,” Caleb explained. Conferences. Areas of interest. Brand Events. Concerts & Tours. Exhibitions.

Social Media 85

Social Media Contracts Education Tech 85

SpotMe Blog

APRIL 27, 2022

London-based Cavendish Venues specializes in hybrid conferences and events throughout London. Because of a successful event history, Cavendish has been able to secure contracts with big players like BBC, Wells Fargo, and the Crown Estate. Check out The Best Mobile Conference and Event Apps for Your 2022 Events.

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Hubilo Blog

OCTOBER 15, 2021

Negotiate contracts with various vendors, hotels, caterers, and speakers. Event planning contract template. Event planning contract templates. Event planning contract. Sign long-term contracts with suppliers so that you get a good deal. Conferences. Decide the theme. Coordinate transportation. Trade shows.

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Event Planning Corporate Events Contracts Social Media 52

GEVME

NOVEMBER 7, 2018

Take care of any legal issues and contracts. Information on the drafting of contracts is usually available in the General Terms & Conditions section. If this is the case, you will definitely save time and money by not serving at each table. Food is something that you definitely need to take care of in advance.

Food and Beverage 120

Food and Beverage Venues Transportation Contracts 120

Eventmobi

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

However, if you’re hoping to encourage more in-depth conversations–possibly leading to a sale or signed contract–consider going for a welcoming living room vibe. This means smiling with lots of eye contact–and most definitely not stuck behind a desk playing on their phone! Just a tall table or bar, and you’re set.

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Trade Shows Event Apps Sustainability Contracts 195

Event Marketer

JULY 27, 2021

We definitely still feel like we’ll be providing both of those things.”. I love it because then you can utilize it not only at a PGA tour event, but you can take it to college football or basketball, or a business conference,” says Casey Hurbis, cmo at Rocket Mortgage. The concept was the first of its kind for the NFL and the brand.

Sponsorships 140

Sponsorships Sports Food and Beverage 2021 140

Eventinterface

MAY 16, 2017

She has planned numerous banquets, conferences, anniversaries, dinner parties, and weddings for the past 5 years, and has now branched into opening her own business. So this book has definitely helped me in this area. She loves being able to work at a unique venue while also running her own business as well.

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Social Media Contracts Tech Conference 113

GEVME

JUNE 4, 2019

For example, if you are organising a conference for technicians focused on solving environmental problems, the goal of your event is to inspire visitors to innovate in the field of environmental conservation. Arrange a media room with high-definition TVs and chic chairs, karaoke rooms, or social walls. What to offer to your sponsors?

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Sponsorships Trade Shows Events Advertising 136

Endless Events

OCTOBER 31, 2018

He will cover the basics of contracts, how the staff is AV union staff is hired, shadow labor and more. This is probably my number one asked question whenever I’m at conferences. Unions have contracts with the venue. Number one is that unions, if you didn’t know, always have their contracts with the venue.

Contracts 79

Contracts Negotiating Venues Education 79

SmartMeetings

JULY 8, 2020

According to veteran incentive planners, the answers are: “yes, with some modifications,” “most definitely” and “absolutely.”. Wherever you stay, Breust suggests taking a long, hard look at the contract before signing. “We We can expect major revisions to all travel contracts after COVID-19,” he says. Damion Breust.

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Travel Contracts Hotels Transportation 119

Endless Events

JANUARY 23, 2020

Planners Salary Survey 2019” And then the last one is “Study Finds One in Four Tech-Conference Speakers are Women” Hurricane Dorian Affects the Bahamas Unevenly. But huge, definitely huge news” “This one was a two-part where the event production giant grows even bigger”, adds Thuy.

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2019 Contracts Sustainability Technology 91

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! Why You Need a Conference Planning Checklist Every event, no matter the size, has an excess of details to contend with.

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Conference Planning Conference Transportation Contracts 40

Social Tables

APRIL 22, 2019

But first, a quick definition. It takes careful planning to pay deposits on time and keep track of contracts. Large events like conferences and trade shows require more planning on their part as well, so you can set them up for success by giving them as much information as you can. What is a long-term event planning timeline?

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Event Planning Food and Beverage Events Speakers 138

Planning Pod

SEPTEMBER 17, 2019

Taking a manual process like hand-drawing event designs and automating it with easy-to-use event floor plan software tools definitely saves time and improves productivity. What are the benefits of event floor plan software? Automation and time savings. It’s the ideal all-in-one software for event design. Compatibility with all devices.

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Event Design Food and Beverage Events Management 141

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. Does Searching for a Conference Venue Overwhelm You?

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Conference Venues Insurance Contracts 40

SpotMe Blog

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

Especially given that 96% of HCPs say they would benefit from more virtual HCP events and conferences (MedData Group). This allows pharma companies to draw up contracts and agreements based on relevant laws and comply with them without any doubts or confusion. But it’s definitely not the only way! On-demand content hubs.

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Event Technology Technology Contracts Speakers 130

Endless Events

FEBRUARY 6, 2019

So, while it might be your annual conference and you’re willing to do whatever it takes for as long as it takes, a lot of times those planners then get to take a week off afterward. The human body was not meant to work 16, 17, 18 hours a day every day, that’s why we have overtime laws in a lot of the worlds, right?

Contracts 105

Contracts Corporate Meetings Negotiating Venues 105

Bizzabo

JUNE 20, 2018

Although the community started online, it has since grown into the world's hottest conference for business software in the world. There's a funnel and different lead stages and different opportunity stages and SDRs and the whole nine yards, but ticket sales are definitely more of a unique beast to me. Right before this past event.

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Conference B2B B2C Sponsorships 55

Endless Events

MARCH 4, 2020

Because the last thing you want to do is they say, “There are no restrictions,” and it’s not in your contract if there are any restrictions. A lot of times we assume that “Hey, I’m going to sign the contract. I only need it from this date to this date, because that’s when the actual conferences.”

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Venues Contracts Conference Insurance 128

Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Meet the Experts Ellie Hurley, events director at Financial and Insurance Conference Professionals (FICP), has spent the past three years leading FICP’s event-specific approach to sustainability and social impact and also holds the Sustainable Event Professional Certificate (SEPC) from Events Industry Council (EIC).

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Sustainability Event Planning Hotels Travel 87

Endless Events

JULY 26, 2019

If you have ever tried to google WiFi Terms you will find most WiFi terminology blogs are written by engineers and the definitions can be just as confusing as the term themselves. Negotiating allows freedom and preserves negotiating rates BEFORE the contract is signed.

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Negotiating Contracts Venues Wireless 112

Endless Events

FEBRUARY 7, 2019

If you’re putting together a basic conference or corporate retreat, there are likely other solutions that will be a better fit. Reserve integrates with other programs to manage reservations, budgeting, contracts, and more. There’s definitely a learning curve to navigate the program. Image via Social Tables.

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Endless Events

NOVEMBER 16, 2018

A great team definitely makes all the difference. How you design and market a large trade show is much different than how you design and market a shareholder conference. Many teams use contracted labor for duties such as photography and videography. This is especially true when planning an event. You need a team you can trust.

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Event Planning Social Media Trade Shows Entertainment 130

Endless Events

JANUARY 22, 2020

You’re probably already renaming your network to your conference name. And instead of it just saying conference name, the network name or what we call SSID and then the password, maybe say the network name, the password. Again, put a password on your wifi, give it some branding, and turn it into another sponsorship asset.

Sponsorships 135

Sponsorships Events Negotiating Hotels 135

SmartMeetings

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

Definitely connecting early—that’s a big part of it,” says Kate Patay CPCE, director of engagement with Terramar US , a DMC Network Company. During such uncertain times, the safety of attendees should always be top of mind for planners and should be habitual, says Alan Kleinfeld, director of Arrive Conference Solutions.

Site Selections 105

Site Selections Venues Hotels Contracts 105

PCMA Convene

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

CAC member Gretchen Bliss, director of meetings and conferences at Healthcare Financial Management Association, expressed a concern common among planners and suppliers — how a large number of registrants are waiting until the last minute to make a commitment and the domino effect these late registrations have on the planning process.

Tourism 98

Tourism Hotels 2022 Healthcare 98

Meeting Tomorrow

SEPTEMBER 16, 2019

That’s definitely what hotels would like you think, since they typically get a commission when you go with the in-house company. When you work with a nationwide company like us, our top priority is making sure your event runs smoothly, whether it’s in a breakout room in Miami or a conference room in Phoenix.

Hotels 77

Hotels Sponsorships Venues Contracts 77

QC Event School

DECEMBER 1, 2022

Conferences. Here are just a handful of examples: Networking : Attending industry events, speaking at conferences, or joining local business groups can all help you to get your name out there. Q: Does your event decorating business need a contract? PRO TIP: Need help getting your business contract started? Anniversaries.

Social Media 105

Social Media Advertising Contracts Consulting 105