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Smart Moves at Destinations International, Fairmont Dallas and More

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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. Fairbanks is appointed as catering sales manager.

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Streamlining event detail management with BEOs

Planning Pod

You probably know that managing a successful event requires meticulous organization and clear communication. But you might not know that one of the most essential tools for event detail management is the Banquet Event Order, or BEO. Food and beverage: Menu selections, bar services, and beverage packages.

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How Planners Can Manage The “Easy Button” in Events

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Read more: Helpful Budget Tips for Event Planners in a Post-Covid World Working with Third-Party Agencies Many third parties provide sourcing only, meaning they will find the destination, and other will assist in sourcing as well as contract negotiations.

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A Breakdown of Post-Pandemic Contract Clauses

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Ty Sheaks, attorney at Texas law firm McCathern PLLC , author and faculty advisor for International Association of Venue Managers (IAVM), joined this week’s Smart Chat Live!, Post-Covid Contract Solutions.”. Local laws can impact your contract and your options for termination, recovery and liability, Sheaks explained.

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Contract Clauses You Need in 2025

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Professor Tyra Warner on the latest risk factors in this uncertain year From force majeure to data protection, meeting professionals are trying to cover the unexpected in contracts during what could be a tumultuous year for business and the economy. in hospitality. in hospitality. Warner advises caution.

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Culinary Experience in Vegas Nourished Relationships

Smart Meetings

Accessible, healthy, creative food and the people who order F&B for events took center stage at Smart Meetings Culinary Experience at Paris Las Vegas this week. The Power of Catering Tracy Stuckrath Meeting professional choices about food and beverage orders impact everything from sustainability, engagement and inclusivity to budget.

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Event Planning Has Risen in the Ranks of Most Stressful Jobs

Velvet Chainsaw

Event planners are experiencing sticker shock from rising costs for audiovisual, food and beverage, and other direct meeting expenses. For larger conferences, planners can’t wait until the last 30 days for a convention services or catering manager to be deployed against their program. Price increases.