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Conference Go/No-Go Decisions in a Pandemic

Velvet Chainsaw

The Conference Board has the best we’ve come across so far: May Reboot – quick recovery. Summertime V-shape – deeper contraction, bigger recovery. Fall Recovery – Extended contraction. In the beginning of this crisis, organizers of major conferences and trade shows were canceling with very little lead time.

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NCBMP 2024 Brought History, Culture and Education to Alabama

Smart Meetings

One of them, “Must Have Contract Clauses,” was led by attorney Joshua Grimes, who touched on the latest in contract negotiations, such as force majeure clause changes, F&B cost increases, security issues and new laws ahead. Joshua Grimes, photo by On The Run LLC “Those words are gone from most hotel contracts,” he says.

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Smart Moves at Destinations International, Fairmont Dallas and More

Smart Meetings

She brings over two decades of experience managing high-profile conferences across various industries, spending the last decade of her career as president of events at Digiday, where she oversaw a team responsible for producing some of the media industry’s most influential gatherings.

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Barbican and Searcys celebrate 35 years of catering partnership with contract renewal

Prestige Events Magazine

This milestone highlights the strength of a relationship built on shared values, innovation, and an unwavering commitment to delivering outstanding culinary experiences across one of the leading arts and conference venue. We look forward to continuing this journey together.

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Best of 2023: Event Contracts and Budgeting

Smart Meetings

Over the last year, Smart Meetings wrote about contract and budgeting tips and trends this year for the event planner who wants to keep on top of their financials, so they can keep creating memorable experiences. Tips for Negotiating Your Next Big Event Contract Cheryl M. In short, think big.

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Key Takeaways from MPI Northern California ACE 2025

Smart Meetings

With fewer daycare services available, many of the remaining providers are priced beyond affordability for hospitality employees. Hotels will likely give less room for discounts or concessions, and early contract negotiations will be crucial to locking in favorable rates. Here, Smart Meetings brings you the key takeaways. #1

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FICP Annual Elevated Conversation Around Meaning

Smart Meetings

To meet these evolving challenges, a record number gathered at the reimagined Sheraton Denver Downtown for the 2024 FICP Annual Conference this week. More than 1,000 weekend food bags with messages of encouragement were filled to donate to the children at the Boys and Girls Clubs of Metro Denver.

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