MeetingsNet

APRIL 15, 2024

Every meeting element—the budget, the agenda, the food and beverage, the production, all of it—will go through several iterations as the planning goes on. That was the message from Huong Nguyen, CEO and founder of Shiloh Events. She told the GMID audience that building out business events “means there will be constant change.

Food and Beverage 115

Food and Beverage Contracts Transportation Venues 115

GEVME

JANUARY 27, 2020

And everybody loves enjoying a day, an evening or perhaps a weekend with lots of food, drinks, discussions, connecting with other people, exchanging ideas, workshops and/or other activities. . Food and beverage. Transportation . Transportation (to and from the venue for those staying in hotels). Meeting Venue.

Sustainability 194

Sustainability Food and Beverage Transportation Events 194

SmartMeetings

JULY 31, 2020

Contract and Pre-event Communication. Before the event, make certain your venue contract clearly specifies sanitation and safety responsibilities and has trained its staff on COVID-19 protocols. For more on contracts, see here.) Transportation. Consider staggering mealtimes to avoid long lines. For more, see here.).

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Contracts Transportation Venues Events 115

SmartMeetings

JUNE 3, 2019

Food and beverage is an essential element of any gathering—and it is also one of the costliest. It’s unfortunate that copious amounts of food go to waste, but event professionals need to ensure there is something for everyone and that there is enough. With VR, planners can cut out travel, hotel stays and transportation expenses.

Food and Beverage 86

Food and Beverage Contracts Negotiating Financial 86

Social Tables

NOVEMBER 23, 2017

That’s because: Each element—from promotion and decoration to food and entertainment—becomes décor. Food and drink lie at the core of a positive guest experience. Then you can really stretch your catering funds by: Making food experiential. Use food as entertainment. Click To Tweet. Keeping Catering Costs Down.

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Event Ideas Food and Beverage Social Media Entertainment 156

Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

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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Negotiating Management Contracts 2028 98

Event Industry News

OCTOBER 7, 2019

The industry is all too aware of the environmental damage caused by everything from plastic and non-recyclable branded materials, food wastage, excessive travel, generators, transporting goods, long hours on-site or in the office to ‘get the job done’ and sleepless nights and stress.

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Sustainability Food and Beverage Transportation 2015 106

Social Tables

OCTOBER 5, 2022

In addition to outlining how much you have to spend on the event overall, breakdown the budget for your party into various categories, including: Venue rental Food costs or catering services Alcoholic/non-alcoholic beverages Entertainment Decorations Guest transportation Party favors. Diagram your Halloween party with ease.

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Food and Beverage Entertainment Venues Transportation 29

MeetingsNet

MAY 16, 2019

An online reseller of contracted meeting elements launches a week ahead of its industry rollout at the IMEX show in Frankfurt. When meetings are canceled, the group that signed the contract is typically responsible to pay either a flat fee or a percentage of the revenue they were to bring to the contracted supplier. I doubt it."

Meetings 89

Meetings Contracts Food and Beverage Hotels 89

Planning Pod

AUGUST 12, 2019

In addition, if an event contains two or more “sub-events” that have their own unique setup, schedule and/or food-and-beverage requirements, the venue or caterer will likely create multiple BEOs for the same overarching event. Food and Catering. Beverage Service. What Details Are in a Banquet Event Order?

Food and Beverage 109

Food and Beverage Contracts Venues Transportation 109

MeetingsNet

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

Make sure you understand the AV contract. F ind cost savings tips for F&B, ground transportation, and venues, here. • Don’t just accept that you must use the in-house AV vendor ; ask if the venue’s in-house vendor contract is on an exclusive or preferred basis. Ground-Transportation. Want more?

Event Tech 122

Event Tech Tech Food and Beverage Contracts 122

SmartMeetings

APRIL 3, 2020

Negotiation is more essential than ever for achieving cost savings, and planners should work closely with partners — including DMCs, hotels, speaker bureaus, and food and beverage vendors — to identify creative opportunities for doing more with less. Work with Partners—and Haggle. Keep F&B Simple.

Financial 95

Financial Insurance Meetings Food and Beverage 95

SmartMeetings

JULY 25, 2019

The cost is normally cheaper for the company and as guests don’t have to buy their own food and drinks, there are fewer out-of-pocket costs for them. During your two- or three-night site inspection and prior to signing a contract, Wendell’s smart tip is “ negotiate, negotiate, negotiate. The pros center around cost.

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Negotiating Contracts Transportation Insurance 81

SmartMeetings

OCTOBER 28, 2020

Some of those costs may be offset by fewer people attending in person, meaning less food and beverage, hotel rooms and travel costs will be incurred. Alternative plans covered in the contract also need to include the possibility that a group may outgrow a venue if social-distancing guidelines make the space unworkable.

Insurance 85

Insurance Financial Meetings Food and Beverage 85

Event Industry News

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

Creative teams briefed and contracted for sustainable sourcing and reuse for all sets, props and costumes used on the pageant. Independent Food Producers supported through “Mighty Small” 12,500 water bottles avoided through reusable bottles and water refill usage. Food Salvage. Food Composting. 675 t CO2e.

Sustainability 72

Sustainability Food and Beverage Transportation Events 72

QC Event School

DECEMBER 30, 2022

Coordinating logistics and transportation. The goal is to secure $5,000 in sponsorships to help cover the costs of venue rental, food and beverage, decorations, audio/visual services, transportation and other expenses associated with the event. Coordinating logistics and transportation. Creating their wedding menu.

Sponsorships 105

Sponsorships Food and Beverage Transportation Risk Management 105

Event Leadership Institute

OCTOBER 29, 2020

And if so, what components should the contract include? How will plans be modified if an infection rate is low at contract signing/booking and increases leading up to the event date? What can be done to keep groups from congregating together – such as during registration, meal breaks, or waiting for transportation?

Food and Beverage 79

Food and Beverage Insurance Contracts Transportation 79

Guidebook

JANUARY 20, 2024

With a laundry list of expenses, it can be tempting to skip the planning and jump right into signing contracts with your vendors. For example, if after evaluating your previous event, you realize you overspent on food, you can go into your high-level plan with a better understanding of how you’ll need to adjust your budget.

Food and Beverage 78

Food and Beverage Contracts Sponsorships Event Apps 78

Endless Events

AUGUST 30, 2018

Arranging a hotel block and finalizing the contract is one of the most important parts of planning an event. Without a firm hotel contract, everything else is up in the air. Food and beverage needs. Transportation. In general, don’t ever sign the first version of the contract. Why Negotiate a Hotel Block?

Negotiating 75

Negotiating Hotels Contracts Food and Beverage 75

Guidebook

JANUARY 20, 2024

With a laundry list of expenses, it can be tempting to skip the planning and jump right into signing contracts with your vendors. For example, if after evaluating your previous event, you realize you overspent on food, you can go into your high-level plan with a better understanding of how you’ll need to adjust your budget.

Food and Beverage 78

Food and Beverage Sponsorships Contracts Event Apps 78

Bizzabo

AUGUST 13, 2018

Before determining the location, ensure that transportation is readily available to the venue so that attendees can easily arrive by air, rail or automobile. However, if you have found the perfect fit for your event, ask if they would consider lowering the cost in exchange for a multi-year contract. Food and Beverage: Parched throats?

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Venues Conference Food and Beverage 2014 115

Social Tables

JANUARY 26, 2023

If you’re planning a retreat in a different location, booking in the off-season could save your company a significant chunk of change on venue rental, hotel rooms and transportation costs. Allocate portions of your ultimate budget to cover different expenses: event venue, accommodations, food, transportation, and other event fees.

Transportation 78

Transportation Food and Beverage Travel Speakers 78

Guidebook

JANUARY 8, 2024

Research and Vendor Contracting Research potential venues to come up with a shortlist. Look into associated costs like food and beverage, AV, and parking – are these included, where can you negotiate? Check their availability and start working on a contract. Load/arrange transportation of all event items and equipment.

Event Planning 78

Event Planning Food and Beverage Social Media Speakers 78

Guidebook

JANUARY 8, 2024

Research and Vendor Contracting Research potential venues to come up with a shortlist. Look into associated costs like food and beverage, AV, and parking – are these included, where can you negotiate? Check their availability and start working on a contract. Load/arrange transportation of all event items and equipment.

Event Planning 78

Event Planning Food and Beverage Social Media Speakers 78

Eventmobi

FEBRUARY 3, 2021

Extra expenses include: Venue rental, stage setup, lighting, and AV recording equipment Onsite staffing and supply costs (catering, cleaning, security, PPE) Travel and transportation. At a hybrid event, pre-mailed event kits can allow virtual attendees to share food and beverage experiences with their in-person counterparts.

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2021 Speakers Sponsorships Events 223

Socio Events

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Also, consider factors such as Wi-Fi, liability insurance, parking, transportation, security, and accessibility (all these details will affect your budget). ? Finalize vendor contracts. The final steps on your event planning checklist are: Confirm outside vendor contracts (if necessary). Organize your finances. Let’s dive in! ?

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Event Planning 2023 Sponsorships Insurance 96

Expo Pass

JULY 2, 2024

Educate yourself to ensure it has everything you need, including public transport, restaurants, and other amenities. Venue selection factors Attendee interests Budget Public transport (is it nearby?) Its large bus lanes make transporting attendees to the main venue and throughout the city easy.

Travel 78

Travel Transportation Contracts Hotels 78

Planning Pod

AUGUST 12, 2019

In addition, if an event contains two or more “sub-events” that have their own unique setup, schedule and/or food-and-beverage requirements, the venue or caterer will likely create multiple BEOs for the same overarching event. Food and Catering. Beverage Service. What Details Are in a Banquet Event Order?

Food and Beverage 60

Food and Beverage Contracts Venues Transportation 60

Endless Events

MAY 18, 2021

. “We took all of our customer’s input and created this program to provide our customers with confidence that they could come back to safe and socially responsible events with flexible contract terms. They were looking for new setups and new food and beverage guidelines.” ” How They Do It At Hilton.

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Food and Beverage 2020 Events Hotels 79

Cvent: Event Marketing

MAY 21, 2019

What negotiating with hotels boils down to is synchronized value – in other words, you have what they want (occupied guest rooms, meeting space and food and beverage revenue), and they have what you want (a great hotel at a desirable location). Food and beverage. Food & Beverage (F&B). Meeting Rooms.

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Negotiating Hotels Food and Beverage Venues 39

Social Tables

JANUARY 26, 2023

If you’re planning a retreat in a different location, booking in the off-season could save your company a significant chunk of change on venue rental, hotel rooms and transportation costs. Allocate portions of your ultimate budget to cover different expenses: event venue, accommodations, food, transportation, and other event fees.

Transportation 60

Transportation Food and Beverage Travel Speakers 60

MeetingsNet

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

Negotiate multi-year contracts with the same venue or hotel chain. Find cost savings tips for AV and production, ground transportation, and F&B, here. • Remember that everything is negotiable, until the contract is signed. Ground-Transportation. . • Know your must-have and nice-to-have amenities before you negotiate.

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Venues Negotiating Food and Beverage Contracts 52

Milestone Events Group

OCTOBER 21, 2021

There are a lot of moving parts that go into your perfect day- dress, colors, food, cake, guest list, etc. Be sure to ask about food and beverage minimums (such as cash bar or open bar), site fees, and other components of your package you will get billed for. Transportation. The Essentials For How To Pick A Wedding Venue.

Venues 98

Venues Food and Beverage Insurance Travel 98

Eventtia

JUNE 2, 2023

Catering: all costs related to food and beverage Decoration: pretty self-explanatory Entertainment: speakers, talents, performers, exhibitors, and so on. Don’t forget all the details like required contracts, insurance policies, permits, and the logistics of each different element. For virtual events, you can skip this.

Sponsorships 91

Sponsorships Insurance Social Media Food and Beverage 91

Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 12, 2022

ballroom, a 90,000-square-foot theater, a 25,000-square-foot Meridian Garden, 57 meeting spaces, 3,700 guest rooms and 27 different food and beverage outlets on the 25-acre property, soon to be announced. Fontainebleau will also be opening a Las Vegas location in 2023, boasting 550,000 sq. of meeting space, including a 105,000 sq.

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2022 Airlines Hotels Tourism 117

Planning Pod

AUGUST 16, 2022

To determine this number, you’ll want to tally the cost of food, venue, staff, decorations, tech, rentals, speakers, performers, your hours, etc. If you are planning something that has a large luncheon or requires planning to a specific headcount, you’ll want to stop additional registrations before you place your final food order.

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Food and Beverage Insurance Apparel Trade Shows 103

Plan Your Meetings

JUNE 27, 2016

Manage contracts. Depending on your meeting location, it may be necessary to travel with or contract security teams. Then communicate expectations, set deadlines for deliverables and secure contracts. Secure contracts and communicate expectations. Coordinate food and beverage services. Manage critical path.

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Meetings Food and Beverage Risk Management Contracts 62